How to extend the life of your suit: 7 mistakes to avoid
If you often wear a suit and in a way or the other you want to take care of it, you should know that little attention could ensure your suit a longer life and will save your money! There are some little mistakes that could not only damage your suit, but also ruin the overall look. This post will help you to identify and avoid them. So, here is a list of what you should avoid if you do not want it to get damaged: 1. Leave your pockets empty The keys of your car, the smartphone, the wallet… all men leave some stuff in their pockets, but it is time to stop! This habit could damage the cut of your suit and the seams in the long term! If you want to do without a briefcase, you can always choose a small pouch, which is more practical and smaller. 2. Unbutton your jacket Before sitting, don’t forget to undo all the buttons on your jackets, especially of your double-breasted one, and gently hitch up your trousers, if you don’t want to stress the fabric and the seams. 3. Hello, Hanger When you are at the office you might want to put off your jacket, especially on summer. If this is the case, don’t hang it up on a common hanger, use a good one instead (padded or wood hangers). 4. Brush it Use a soft-bristle brush, so that the fibres of your suit won’t get dirty and it will be in good condition for a long time. But be careful to gently use your brush, otherwise you will damage the fabric! 5. Pens are not allowed The world is digitising, we know it very well, yet for some reason you are desperately looking for that pen, once a day at least. Can’t do without it? Put it in your pencil case if you don’t want to damage the fabric and the inner lining of your suit. Pens are not allowed in the pockets of your suit! 6. Don’t dry-clean it frequently Are you obsessed with cleanliness? Then have a break and find a more appealing activity. Even though you could brush your suit everyday, don’t abuse dry-cleaning, because it could damage your garment. So, don’t dry-clean your suit more than twice yearly! 7. Rotate your suits Even if you love that suit, because it perfectly fits you and you feel comfortable with it, it is time to show your other pieces of clothing and stow your favourite one! Don’t wear the same suit...
Breast pocket: yes or no?
Is a shirt better with or without breast pocket? If you use to wear shirts, you have probably asked yourself this question at least once. The shirt is a garment that can be worn in any context. Therefore, it is certainly one of the fundamental pieces that every man should have in his wardrobe. All the available customizations, such as the collar, buttons, cuffs and pocket, determine the casual or formal look of the garment. For this reason it is important to always choose the most suitable ones. The breast pocket on the shirt is a detail that appeared quite recently. This was especially to meet some practical needs that emerged with the fall into disuse of the waistcoat. Consequently, you can simply solve the doubt "Breast pocket: yes or no?" by considering your needs, your tastes and the context of use. For example, if you use to carry certain items with you, such as business cards, pens or banknotes, a pocket shirt may be the ideal solution. On the other hand, if you are looking for a garment to wear in a formal context, the version without a breast pocket is preferable. Here there is a series of easy tips to help you better understand in which occasions you can choose the breast pocket and in which, instead, it is better to give it up. Shirt without breast pocket: when you should choose it The shirt without breast pocket is the most formal. The smooth, sober and clean front makes it ideal for all formal events, such as ceremonies, but also conservative workplaces. In fact, if you need to take off your jacket during a meeting, the presence of a pocket could damage the symmetry created by the shirt and tie combination. Therefore, in these cases, you should always wear a shirt without breast pocket. Shirt with breast pocket: when you should choose it A shirt with breast pocket has a more casual and sporty cut. It is perfect for occasions where you can enjoy more freedom for a more spontaneous style. Even though breast pockets are not often used, they will add some depth to the shirt and also give a more dynamic look. In this regard, we can distinguish two different types of shirt pockets: the round pocket and the pointed pocket. Round breast pocket The round breast pocket is the least informal solution and the most suitable for a working context. It is...
HORN: Quality, elegance and durability.
Horn buttons became popular in the mid-1800s. In those years their function shifted, from an aristocratic symbol of wealth and opulence to a useful and practical accessory for everyday life. Thanks to the smoothness and variety of shades given by the material, it confers a natural elegance and enhances the quality of the garment. The manufacturing process Going through the manufacturing process, and following its natural structure of it, we can obtain two kinds of final products: The bovine horn is naturally empty for most of its length, except at the nib. After being manufactured, the so-called “Horn's Tip” is obtained. On the other hand, the widest part goes through a process of evaporation, then cutting and stretching. This process gives us the “Crust” Horn Buttons have strong wear resistance. This places them in the highest position when it comes to quality, elegance, and durability. These kinds of accessories, despite years and trends pass by, stay among the most requested in the Fashion Industry, both in Italy and around the world. Discover Cadini's garment selection, according to your and your client's taste....
PITTI UOMO JANUARY 2023
Cadini confirms the participation to the Pitti Uomo in Florence from 10th to 13th January 2023 with the presentation of the new Fall/Winter Collection 2023/24. Come and meet us at the Fantastico Classic-Central Pavilion Ground Floor -Booth D/9...
How to wear a tie: the mistakes to avoid
Formal accessory, emblem of virility and elegance, the tie is the perfect detail to not go unnoticed. It seems easy, but wearing a tie is not easy at all. You have to pay attention to a lot of things: the combinations, the type, the color, the fabric, the occasion...
Shirt Collars: casual
The shirt has always been one of the most iconic and versatile garments of the men's wardrobe. In the last article we found out which are, according to the type of collar, the most formal and traditional shirt models. Now, let's find out the perfect models for a more casual and youthful look. As first example of a less formal collar, we find the so-called button-down collar. It was the American giant Brooks Brothers, in the mid-fifties, to create and spread it. Its main feature is to button up directly on the shirt thanks to the two buttonholes on the tips. There are two types: the long button-down and the short one. Originally used only for sportswear, it is also suitable for young or informal business looks. It is best suited to a blunt cuff. You can use it especially in free time, without a tie, open and combined with a sporty cut jacket, such as a blazer. The Club collar, with the typical rounded and beveled tips, was very popular in the 20's. It was born as a distinctive feature for the uniforms of an English school. This was a way to differentiate its students. It was considered an elite sign (hence the name “Club”), synonymous with refined exclusivity, but extremely versatile at the same time. This collar is perfect for men with an elongated face; while it goes perfectly with the rounded cuff, and with slim knots and ties. For a more casual style, you can wear the Club collar even open, without any tie. Finally, emblem of an informal and youthful look, is undoubtedly the Korean collar. It finds inspiration in the traditional lines of the Far East. The collar has a very peculiar and characteristic shape. Almost without leaves, it consists of a single "band", about 3 cm high, buttoned up on the front. The design is minimal, suitable for an extremely fresh and youthful look. Talking about combinations, the best choice is the match with rounded cuffs; while it is obviously impossible to wear a tie. Cadini is at your disposal to help you in the choice of the shirt model that best suits your style and your customers....
Shirt Collars: Formal
Men's shirts have always been the distinctive element of every gentleman, a garment with timeless charm and a symbol of social status. The emblem of versatility and style. Which are the perfect collars to achieve a more formal and classic look? The traditional and classic Italian is formal but extremely versatile. With its narrow and elongated tips, it gives a visually slimming effect. This is perfect for round faces and short necks. Talking about combinations, the Italian collar perfectly goes with a beveled or rounded cuff, and small and medium tie knots, such as the simple or double knot. The French, characterized by smaller leaves, is suitable for softening faces with harder and more prominent features. The collar design perfectly combines a straight cuff with a double button and large tie knots, such as the Windsor, the Balthus, the Eldredge, and the Trinity, which fill and balance the collar’s wide cut. For a modern and elegant look, not designed for specific occasions, a great choice is a semi-French. The structure harmonizes most of the proportions. It is a balanced style and has a "universal" shape which makes it particularly suitable for men with oval, long and narrow faces. The double beveled cuff is perfect for a semi-French collar; while, for the tie match, medium-large knots are preferred, in particular the Half Windsor. To conclude, the undisputed symbol of formality and elegance is diplomatic, by definition the "bow tie collar". It is characterized by very small leaves, pronounced only on the front. With this type of collar, cuffs for cufflinks are mandatory, both in the double cufflink and in the rounded version. The bow tie should be preferably in silk. No tie should be used with this type of collar. Cadini is at your disposal to help you in the choice of the shirt model that best suits your style and your customers....
Mother Pearl: a style choice that makes the difference.
"Small details truly matter". This sentence fits perfectly when referring to dress shirts. Mother pearl, design choice that is generally overlooked, becomes a style option that makes a difference under an attentive gaze. Mother of pearl buttons is made with a very fine and natural material. Also known as nacre, it is taken from the inner layer of certain kinds of shells. These accessories have been used since the late 18th century on all men’s shirts and cufflinks. As a matter of fact, after 1890, pearl buttons represented half of the entire production of buttons. The manufacturing process At the time, most of the mother-of-pearl buttons were made in Muscatine, situated near the Mississippi River. The city will be later nicknamed the “ Pearl Button Capital of the World”. Today these precious goods are manufactured all over the world: America, China, India, Japan, and the Phillippines. Mother of pearl buttons come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, styles, and qualities, adorning and giving a unique and timeless touch to each garment. Discover our selection of garments with mother pearl buttons....
THE SECRET BEHIND AN UNBUTTONED JACKET
The secret behind an unbuttoned jacket: A detail that escapes the eyes of many or whose true motivation is never known. Let's discover it together....
Corozo, a natural alternative to plastic
What is Corozo? Corozo, also called Vegetable Ivory, is a white natural material, characterized by small grains. It is obtained from tropical plants’ seeds, such as Phytelephas and Macrocarpa, which grows in the verdant and fertile landscapes of the South American rainforests. After going through a natural drying process, the seeds get picked. They then get carved into the shape of a button, soaked into color tanks, and, finally, get polished through a special treatment that reveals the individual grains, making each button unique and special. Corozo not only is 100 % natural, but its harvest produces zero environmental impact; indeed the seeds are ready when the fruits that contain them are riped and eventually drop naturally. There is no need to pick them earlier, as the seed needs to fall naturally to be usable. By waiting the farmers end up causing no harm to the trees. The trees, once planted, continue to produce fruits for about 100 years, making this a renewable and sustainable source. This natural alternative to plastic is what we use for our buttons here at Cadini, being faithful to our values and mission of creating a greater sustainable future for the company. Cadini remains at your disposal, come and discover our selection of Corozo buttons....