Working in menswear for much of my career, I've picked up the nuances regarding terminology and the key distinctions between classic garments: jacket (blazer) vs jacket (outerwear), chinos vs khakis, ...

When I was a lad I was a devotee of the style of clothing known as Ivy League. I liked Brooks Brothers, but when it came to button-down collar shirts I preferred those made by Gant. Gant was founded ...

There may be no acronym more studied—or scrutinized—in menswear than “OCBD.” Shorthand for “oxford cloth button-down,” it refers to the casual sports shirt that was first introduced by Brooks Brothers ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Working in menswear for much of my career, I've picked up the ...

Q In a recent question, you referred to " button-down shirts." I am not exactly sure what kind of shirts you meant. A This is one of several men's clothing terms that is confusing either because it ...