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Category: Master Craftsmen

Ignatious Joseph’s 2014

Posted on January 6, 2014June 3, 2015 by OTC

Ignatious Joseph, while the consummate gentleman, is not at all a subtle man.  The designer, known for his colorful, elegant, and distinctive style of dress, particularly his ubiquitous red shoes, makes some of the finest dress shirts available.  As we enter 2014, he is also poised to introduce an expanded line of custom clothing founded…

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H&B London’s Holiday Gift – 25% Discount

Posted on December 28, 2013December 28, 2013 by OTC

British luxury goods maker and OTC friend, H&B London, is offering Off the Cuff readers a special promotion. As his post-holiday gift to you, founder Stephen Brister will take 25% off your order from now until Monday, January 6, 2014. Just use the code offthecuff at checkout to receive the discount on your entire order….

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H&B London: Exceptional Handmade Wallets

Posted on October 24, 2013October 25, 2013 by OTC

H&B London is the kind of brand you might expect to find in England.  Small and smartly turned out, the firm produces exclusive luxury goods in small batches.  Launched this year, they currently offer two styles of mens wallets – breast pocket and billfold – and a range of geometrically unique sterling silver cufflinks.  …

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Smart Style: Shoe Recrafting

Posted on September 6, 2013September 6, 2013 by OTC

One of the true hallmarks of that storied East Coast Ivy League lifestyle known as “preppy” is its practitioners’ predilection for thrift. The longevity of a shirt, sweater, favorite pair of khakis, or treasured sport coat is in many ways more prized than anything else.  While those committed to mere preppy fashion may stuff their…

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American Made. Global Market.

Posted on July 4, 2013June 3, 2015 by OTC

Frank Clegg has become the face of American leather craftsmanship.  Seemingly overnight, he has surged in the consciousness of high-end customers, style bloggers, Madison Avenue editors, Fifth Avenue retailers, and Made-in-America aficionados. His brand, Frank Clegg Leatherworks, is built around the fact that he is more than just a name, he is also a maker….

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From Ready-Made to Bespoke

Posted on May 30, 2013May 30, 2013 by OTC

Jon Green is a celebrated New York-based bespoke clothier well-known to readers of Forbes, The Financial Times, and American Express’ ‘Departures’ magazine. He is also a good friend of OTC and occasional contributor. Here, Jon provides us with a useful breakdown of the various forms that tailored clothing can take, from ready-made to bespoke. Bespoke…

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Frank Clegg, Welcome to the White House

Posted on May 14, 2013June 3, 2015 by OTC

Brand building is a tricky business.  Try too hard and people don’t trust you, try too little and they won’t even know you exist.  Brands with history, and a history of doing something well, have a big advantage.  “Authentic” brands possess the quality of longevity and substance – particularly in today’s market. In an attempt…

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Luxury Clothier Jon Green Talks ‘Bespoke’

Posted on April 19, 2013April 19, 2013 by OTC

Jon Green is a celebrated New York-based bespoke clothier well-known to readers of Forbes, The Financial Times, and American Express’ ‘Departures’ magazine. His loyal and exclusive customers who typically operate in a rarefied air of luxury and quality, can demand, and receive, the best. Jon, a true gentleman and passionate craftsman, is a good friend…

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OTC Recommends: New West Knifeworks

Posted on November 21, 2012March 25, 2013 by OTC

As we careen towards the holiday dining and shopping season, it is important to pause, take a deep breath, and remember that even during times of consumer excess a focus on quality and craftsmanship is still important. While we are, of course, a resource for style and personal expression, OTC firmly believes that such a…

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How to Tie a Sette Necktie

Posted on October 31, 2012March 25, 2013 by OTC

The dashing gentleman in this wonderful little video from Sette Neckwear, is the owner of the Como, Italy, mill that produces the silk for Sette’s outstanding handmade ties. Watch and learn.  And, if you are able, invest in a Sette or two.  They are some of the finest ties you can buy – and worth…

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