Sartorial Delights

John Slamson, a French writer, translator and jazz buff sharing his sartorial explorations. Contributor at www.parisiangentleman.fr

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A stroll in Paris inevitably lands the sartorial amateur @chez_ammar for conversation about tailoring, style and sociology (and no less inevitably leads to picking some choice pieces). Jazz singer #sarahthorpe joined me in this haven of stylishness.

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Wonderful bespoke work by @albertovoglio , an incredible Neapolitan trouser-maker whose craft is entirely about hand-made work, down to each travetto, each detail and who can accommodate your style and personal likings like a true professional. I love this cavalry twill, the drape, strong belt, pleats and perfect ease. Well done, maestro!

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Solaro time... Great fabric by @standeven1885 The elusive colour, which looks beige on the picture, actually shimmers with hints of green and red. The jacket could do with some alterations but I don't always bother.

The pocket pen by @hightide_japan is cute and writes very well but the downstep from the barrel is too sharp for a long writing session and the clip feels flimsy. Still a good looking and efficient writer.

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French bespoke has a special stylistic signature. It is often overlooked in a sea of Italian marketing overkill but its precision and sharp elegance are highlights of contemporary tailoring.

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Starting the year with a mug of tea... Have a great 2022, full of essential and minor pleasures! "The real secret of the game is to make life swing" (Ralph Ellison).

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Taking a break from writing and seriously sampling Christmas cake, just to make sure.

Wonderful soft tailoring from #zegna , great writing experience with #montegrappa and snug protection for your calves with the wool range designed by #meschaussettesrouges

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How quaint have basics become in less than a generation... Fountain pens, suiting, leather shoes? They have become heirlooms from a distant past that happened only ten minutes ago. And people rant about durability while there's no guarantee the objects around us will even exist in ten years. Think of what happened to owning music or films...

The shift from familiarity to quaintness is also a shift from craftsmanship to mass production of disposable commodities.

At least wearing this cashmere #zegna jacket (formerly owned by @dirnelli) I know I can enjoy it for many years. Using the wonderful soft F nib of #falconpilot is knowing it should outlast my own life (btw, it's a very precise nib with nice flow and luscious feel in a sober yet distinctive design).

Black shoes and bespoke grey trousers? Another combination that keeps working for me.

And I'll keep using all of those tried-and-tested creations because, whatever the trends, they're never going out of style in my book...

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Visiting the world-class shop of @meschaussettesrouges in Paris. The proud founders, Vincent Metzger and Jacques Tiberghien, are keen on promoting the very best there is: cashmere, wool, lisle cotton, blends... All in a stunning variety of patterns and colours. Their "super-solid" models and the stock of @bresciani1970 socks offer a plentiful supply to choose from. www.meschaussettesrouges.com

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Double-breasted Donegal tweed with wide lapels and Italian flair works well with the texture of shantung silk... Suit formerly owned by @dirnelli

Boots by @caulaincourtparis are very stylish and can be paired with suits. The suede, initially blue, was reworked into a brown hue by @quenteu

Magnetic @monteverdepens_official is very practical, it's a wet writer with a hint of scratchiness.

Featuring my favourite hand-painted Limoges coffee cup...

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A quiet day at the desk.

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This is a unique double-breasted wonder from 1971, my latest haul from @chez_ammar

I haven't had the heart yet to tear away the "légion d'honneur" from the lapel. This bespoke beast needs cleaning and minor alterations but the feel is incredible with very high armscyes and a heavy cloth. The shoulders, French-style buttonhole and numerous handmade details are impressive!

The massive #stdupontpen Line D seemed a decent match for such a stately jacket. The medium gold nib with smoothness and flex is a delight.

@savilerowbespoke : swipe for label!

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First impressions of the #gioia fountain pen are excellent: it's a girthy, substantial pen with solid presence. The line is truly fine and the flow is quite satisfying. It wrote straight out of the box. I have to use it more before I can make my mind, as it doesn't really pop for me yet. Beautiful shimmering resin!

The #dipietro suit is a pleasure to wear: soft Italian tailoring without any excess.

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Caramel shades today... No name handmade cashmere coat, possibly vintage #chesterbarrie, no name French bespoke jacket with typical Parisian notch.

The vintage #waterman with inlaid gold nib is a bit thin for my hand but a delightful writer.

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It's always a special treat to visit #aubercy a family business with integrity, stylishness and craftsmanship at the heart of their identity. They have been at the forefront of Paris style since 1935. The sheer invention of their designs is incredible!

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The wonderful eye and taste of Luigi Dalcuore live on through his creations. This bespoke double-breasted was designed by Luigi about 5 years ago and stands the test of time. A premium feel with a lot of character.

The same could be said of the N32 Montblanc dating back some 30 years ago... Wonderfully soft gold nib.

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Self-tipped and many-folded silk tie with a fantastic drape. It may be slightly old-fashioned but it is in line with the green cashmere and flannel trousers...

The #aubercy oxfords are so comfortable and so stylish in burgundy leather that they've become my go-to choice.

The fountain pen is a cheap imitation of a famous brand with poor material and lousy machining... but surprisingly good writing experience and striking colours!

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Self-tipped and many-folded silk tie with a fantastic drape. It may be slightly old-fashioned but it is in line with the green cashmere and flannel trousers...

The #aubercy oxfords are so comfortable and so stylish in burgundy leather that they've become my go-to choice.

The fountain pen is a cheap imitation of a famous brand with poor material and lousy machining... but surprisingly good writing experience and striking colours!

#classicstyle #mensweardaily #menstreetstyle #mensfashion #stylewriting #stylish #parisiangentleman #tailoring #stylewriter #menswardrobe #sprezzatura #instafashion #pittiuomo #gentlemanstyle #menwithstyle #menwithclass #whatiweartoday #elegance #ootd #neapolitanstyle #igfashion #parisianstyle #styleblogger #vintagestyle #secondhandfashion #fountainpen #fountainpenaddict #cashmere

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