Pedro Mendes

A list of my recent articles, features and radio pieces.

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One of a series of interviews I did on 18 CBC Radio morning shows across Canada on why more men should watch Downton Abbey and my attendance of butler school.

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I tried on a deceased stranger's custom suits and his story changed my life. CBC Radio documentary, originally aired October 5, 2014.

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My roundup of Toronto Men's Fashion Week and what it means for your wardrobe. Originally aired on CBC Radio One's "Fresh Air", Saturday, August 16, 2014.

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World Cup 2014: Where Sport & Style Collide - Inside the CBC - CBC Connects

"We've turned to Pedro Mendes, CBC Radio's men's style and issues expert, to get his take on the winners of World Cup style."

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CBC Radio The Current: Is it time for a dress code for parents?

Debate on the importance of dressing well, featuring a few of my thoughts in the last few minutes.

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What the touring exhibition of Downton Abbey dresses and suits says about our under-appreciation of menswear.

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My review of British menswear brand Without Prejudice, which while very modern also shows its traditional English tailoring DNA.

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Lost in Cuba

Personal blog about Cuban culture, cigars, music, news, people and whatever else interests me.

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How to be a gentleman in the 21st century

A blog not just about how to be a better man, but why.

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My interview on Sharp Magazine's first episode of their SiriusXM show. I discuss my bespoke tailoring internship at Walter Beauchamp, and the whys and hows of getting a good tailor.

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Metro Morning | Handmade Shoes

The story behind Peter Feeney, one of Toronto's only bespoke shoe makers, including his internship in Florence, Italy.

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"Man Up" CBC Radio One column

Weekly column/podcast on CBC Radio One, about being the best man you can be.

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Metro Morning | Is The Hat Back?

"Matt Galloway spoke with the CBC's Pedro Mendes. He recently ordered a dress hat from Leon Drexler. The person behind it is the last craftsman in Canada who exclusively makes men's custom dress hats."

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Recent appearance on CBC Live, helping CBC Radio 2 Morning host Tom Power improve his wardrobe.

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Aired September 2013 on CBC Radio One's "Living Out Loud", documenting the making of my first bespoke suit.

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Toronto Life: how I put an end to my extended adolescence

What the making of my first made-to-measure suit taught me about manliness and fatherhood.

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Personal essay about my family's trip to Disneyworld when I was 12 years old and what I learned about my father. Originally aired on CBC Radio One's "The Sunday Edition", April 2006.