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Apr 4
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Gentleman: The Ultimate Companion to the...

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In today's podcast for men, we crack open Bernhard Roetzel's "Gentleman" – the cult classic that reveals why the truly powerful men dress differently than everyone else.

Discover why Savile Row tailors are the "Mecca" of menswear and how they can transform not just your appearance but your confidence. Learn why top businessmen visit John Lobb for $2000 shoes while your colleagues buy disposable footwear. We'll reveal Roetzel's insider wisdom on why brass belt buckles signal refinement while silver screams nouveau riche.

Beyond the obvious, we explore Roetzel's fascinating take on the gentleman's private rituals – from his controversial sections on tobacco and spirits to his almost obsessive advice on packing a suitcase without rumpling your jacket (his technique for "the knack with the jacket" might change your travel game forever).

Most intriguingly, we dissect Roetzel's philosophy that being well-dressed is actually about respect – not vanity – and why he believes most modern men have lost the understanding of how clothes communicate character.

Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or simply tired of looking ordinary, this episode reveals why certain men always command attention when they enter a room – and how Roetzel's guide can help you become one of them.

A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.

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