Hello James. When i was younger i used to dress well and i considered myself a gentleman. Then i got depressed and became fat and overweight and stoped caring about my presentation. A few months ago i came across you're channel and you've inspired me. Before i start dressing well again ive got to lose some serious weight but i just want to tell you you've inspired me and i look up to you
Love your channel. I'm 65, and pretty much live by all these standards. My role was my father. I watched him dress and live by his rules...Never leave the house unless your hair is combed, applied a splash of cologne, and you are appropriately dressed. When you enter a room and own it, your competition will give up. Tip well for good service and always be a gentleman. My success is directly related to these rules. I've never had much competition and always left a lasting impression. Keep up the great work. I never miss a video.
@@johnsanzone3965 Thank you very much. Sadly, many young men have grown up without a role model like your father to teach these things. I hope my channel can fill in some of the gaps.
@@Gent.Z personally I find that most people who consume TH-cam content enjoy the content they watch because of the topics but also because of the person presenting the videos. People will watch your videos even if it is slightly off of the typical topic.
About to be 25 this month. I will say the past 2 months, my wardrobe has completely changed. I would mostly wear athleisure, or black chinos with airforces and like a Cuban collared shirt with a tank top under it. Which I think it has its place. Maybe not the airforces as much anymore. I’m getting married in a month. Since I was 18, I wrestled with the question what it means to be a man. And I am more confident that I’m there and will continue to grow. My soon to be wife wants to be a stay at home wife. She’s a gem. Very traditional Catholic values. Her father is a very respectable man. He’s a deacon. and her mother is kind, selfless and lighthearted. And although I disagree with the Hollywood portrayal that a man should be a playboy. I do resonate with the elegant style and dressing as a man should. Your videos have helped much. I do think being traditionally minded, there should be an emphasis on chastity. Cause being a man is about doing things that are hard. And being chaste, is protecting the woman from ourselves. That said, my wardrobe now has a blazer, suit jackets and sports coats, dress shirts, dress pants, chinos, boots, jeans, dress shoes and loafers. I also got the old spice cologne. I had a really good Versace one that I want to save more for special occasions and just got a new cologne from a local men’s store today. Musk. Also it was cool to hear you do boxing. I do boxing some days and then Muay Thai other days and I’ve been lifting for 3-4 years.
Ideals, Mr Jo3K1ng, all I hear is non-negotiable ideals of being truly virtuous! You're onto a fine trajectory many could solely yearn for; all my best wishes for your upcoming wedding! : ) You're soon to be in-laws should be proud.
Definitely worth it if the haircut is better. Occasionally you will find great barbers who don’t know their talent and are still working for $15. I experimented with many different price points in Chicago and settled on a place that does a great cut and experience for $45.
This is where bald guys like me have an advantage. I do my head myself with an electric trimmer and can do it as often as I want. I generally find that every 2 weeks keeps me very clean. James recommends against a buzz cut, and I agree when a man has hair. But when a man is balding and only has a fringe left, nothing looks good except a buzz cut.
I do 2- 20€ haircuts a month. Every 2 to 3 weeks. Obviously, everyone's needs are different but you can find a great stylist for 20 bucks and you never get scruffy
Love Steve McQueen’s style. Top points I took from him are- Started wearing high rise jeans and chinos, took a more relaxed elegance approach to my style, and… got a motorcycle
Ain’t no gentleman like a English man ( at least as a stereotype) but in all honesty you live what you preach, a lot of the stuff you mention are not that hard to obtain, you keep it real and simple. It’s not about looking rich or above others it’s about looking proper. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Thanks very much for your comment. You’re right, the ideal of a classically masculine man is not out of reach for most men. It just takes a little effort and a lot of common sense.
Bond actors really gives me inspiration. Sean Connery's masculine charm etc. I have same haircut as Pierce Brosnan had in 80's (actually his Bond cut but longer)
As I live in a mountain town in Colorado, opportunities or obligations to wear a suit are few and far between. I wear good quality clothing appropriate for this environment - and I avoid flashy outdoor company logos. In this kind of place, manners and etiquette are more important than skin care and a clean shave. So to answer your question, Steve McQueen, Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson
It's a challenging film,but the movie "Tenet",touches on every aesthetic we discuss here. The movie "Oppenheimer" as well. Nolan likes his cast to look good.
Old Spice was my entrance into men’s fragrance! A great starter. I think every man should have a signature smell. A fragrance that reminds women of you whenever they smell it a room. Also I started watching what I eat more when I noticed most men of this era never had a little pudgy gut! They were all slim in the waist. No such thing as “skinny-fat” in those days 😅. My recent masculine role model is young Paul Newman. And you can see he was a fit guy. Another great video, thanks for sharing!
Great body transformation James I would say Daniel Craig, Tom Ford I have been using as motivation myself But also liked way Viggo Mortensen was portrayed in Eastern promises Always dressed proper in suit
Quite an assorted ensemble, really, for me! Inspired my side part from Prince Phillip (and Charles?). Procured my first (off-the-rack, altered) lounge suit, a shark skin two-piece single-breasted with a typical British regimental strong shoulder, close-to-body chest, and nipped waist influenced by Daniel's Prince of Wales and Glen checks suits from Skyfall and NTTD. I also got my first made-to-measure dress shirt, a crisp white, desired from Rishi Sunak's well-fitting regulars. Lest I forget my dessert boots from Casino Royale and Chelsea from Lewis Hamilton! Next step? Probably, a Spectre-like navy-chalk stripe double-breasted three-piece worn by Ralph Fiennes or a long coat in the likes of Sir Anthony Eden?!
I am totally bald, but I make it work for me. Started losing my hair at 16 (64 now), and couldn't imagine, nor would want to have hair now. I'm in great shape, and have always dressed well. You have to lean into who you are, flaws and all.
I think what he's refering to going bald on purpose like a buzzcut, not by lack of hair. That was seen as "thuggish" back then. Men obviously lost hair just as much as today.
I've been following your channel the last weeks and all I can say is thank you, I've been looking for a good guide on this gent style for the last month and was struggling a little bit because of the amount of information on the internet regarding the topic from so many differente sources, but your channel really has it all sorted, from clothing, manners, etc; and I truly appreciate how you approach it as a lifestyle rather than a fad. Keep up the good work, this content truly is an inspiration for us young men.
Hi gent z, Can you please create a step by step process for becoming zero to hero. Present iam a zero, No fashion sense, No class, Immature, Under confident i want to overcome these things Thank you❤
If I may suggest, while you build your own knowledge: Get QUALIFIED advisors right away. You dont need to make every mistake yourself to learn and there is a reason they are called professionals. Build a team of pros around you. Go to a good hair dresser, ask them for style advice, to give you some options for your type. Then go to a good men's clothing store, ask for personalized advice. Do the same in the gym or sports club with an experienced qualified coach. Same with financial advice. Keep your place and clothes tidy and organized with Mary Kendo. Declutter!! Read books on personal development, time management, public speaking etc. (No need to buy right away... library) Do as good as you can now and once you know better, do better. You dont sound like a zero at all with your straight up self-assesment. All the best for you, mate.
I know you are not wearing any, but I would love a guide on glasses (I need to wear them and I hate lenses) with your usual style. Thank you for the videos. They are great.
Hmm, unfortunately if I walked around here in Bulgaria looking like James Bond in Goldfinger, with the two piece suit, people would laugh and make fun of me. Times have changed, and what is accepted vary from place to place. But the idea of dressing well never goes out of style. Great video. Fantastic advice re. dating. That "take it or leave it" attitude is really the only one that makes sense. Real men do not have the time nor the energy to constantly chase women. We have more important things to do.
Excellent video! I like your nod to Aventus. If you havn’t tried it TRY DIOR EAU SAVAUGE. Its a 60’s scent thats clean and easy to wear but definatly classically masculine. TRY IT!
Great video. I liked the ending where you showcased your outfit. I'd like it even more detailed like GG does it. Close shots of each piece and all that nice stuff. I think you should pay more attention into the outfit showcase. It could be a great way to end every video.
For me, I'd have to go with Cary Grant and Sean Connery. I'm glad my grandparents exposed me to classic cinema at an early age. James Bond is also one of my favorite film franchises.
6:07 Agree on Old Spice for a year-around everyday fragrance. Respectively disagree on Aramis. On me it moderates after a 1 or 2 hour dry down but I ONLY wear it in winter. I routinely get compliments on both.
I wear business casual and dress shirt to work but I change when I come home: I wear jeans and a nice shirt to work. My wristwatch is always on par. I don’t like facial hair so I shave often and I get a haircut every few weeks. I cook well and don’t eat too much these days. I try to not eat after 7:00 pm because I can go to bed satisfied and digested before bed.
Nice work, James. Would appreciate a video or thoughts on balding/bald men -- and the option of hair transplants -- in the context of classically masculine hairstyles. Cheers
My fashion role model is John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Besides the Irish heritage we share. I quite like the Ivy League, East Coast, Preppy style. Have I always dressed this way? No. It’s a huge improvement from the Athleisure look I used to have.
Great vid! I was startled and kind of dizzy at first because I thought my glasses were dirty but I realized it was a video filter, not my favourite effect to be honest, lol
I like fades if well done but it is ultimately his choice. Don’t like hard under cuts or mullets personally either. I enjoy this channel, think it helps a lot of men.
Thank you for this. One should however accept that it depends on in which country one resides and what your lifestyle or passion is. This could mean longer hair and a beard and limited cologne will be fine. Or something…
I love your content, but respectfully disagree on the subject on baldness. Examples being Yul Brynner, Ben Kingsley, Patrick Stewart, Samuel L.Jackson. All that said, love the tips & content.
Sean Connery and his peers like Peter O’Toole, Richard Harris, Oliver Reed, Michael Caine, Richard Burton I could go on OOZED MASCULINITY. Sean especially became ‘thin on top’ by his early 20’s I think but he was still a Sex symbol to me and others Back in 1996 their was a TV drama series on BBC called Our Friends In The North featuring Daniel Craig However I talk about Mark Strong He lost his hair at a young age but he still had has sex appeal 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴😃👍 👍
@@Gent.Z I suppose one thing is his determination and his convictions in what he believed in. He was a controversial football manager in that he had a specific way of doing things and would not budge. He was adamant that football should be played in an attack minded way to entertain. I suppose Pep Guardiola is the modern day Cruyff who is quite popular and unlike Cruyff is something of an style icon. There is probably more but I know him mostly through the autobiography that I read many years ago. I also vividly remember that I was on the bus going home from work when I read on BBC News that he had passed away in March 2016 when it happened. I was quite taken aback. He also did a lot of charity work and I feel he is an interesting character study. His fashion sense does leave something to be desired although he and Humphrey Bogart are the reason for my love of trench coats.
I personally think the completely clean-shaven chest looks good, and some women agree, though as of yet I don't do it myself. But trimming is arguably a good idea if you grow long, unruly chest hair. I agree there was much less pressure on male body image back in the thirties through fifties, women were supposed to go along with that and be demure. Imagine a woman back then being vocal like women on TH-cam today about their preferences regarding trimmed body-hair, not likely. But I rarely ever envy those men. I love that women are increasingly comfortable noticing men's bodies and having preferences regarding them, it makes me feel desired. And since I'm slimming down, I hope to be desired myself in the hopefully not-too-distant future. My personal style, hair included, is a compromise between classic and modern. I love classic pieces, but occasionally allow myself a broader color and pattern palette than men back in the day. Always good to see you suited, and that's a fine knit tie, I need to get a similar one. I love Cary Grant, so it makes me happy that if I took a shot every time I saw him in a video of yours I'd have liver poisoning. Good video, and I'm glad you've started giving a quick outfit overview at the end.
I spent quite a few years in Britain growing up. We basically dressed better. We had tailor made suits. We looked better. Nowadays most people look like they're homeless. Too bad. We had style. It's sad to see style die.
I don't usually give being bald much thought but must confess to being somewhat jealous of the more follically endowed when you talked about hairstyles. Maybe my role model should be Telly Savalis in Kojak!
I love the way that you're dressed, but being overly critical, I would say that you tie needs a wee bit of adjustment...Ideally, the longer end of the tie, should just about touch the top of your pants, where the belt would normally be, but no longer...Thanks for another great video!
While not Gen Z, I am enjoying your videos. The old saying, ‘clothes make the man,’ has some truth. It’s the first impression that you create. You can overdo it which has the potential of coming off as snobbish or pretentious. I’m retired, but signed up to be a poll worker for the upcoming election. I dressed in a classic double vented blue blazer, charcoal gray slacks (sharp creases and cuffs) blue herringbone dress shirt (no tie) and with black cap toe oxfords by Church’s English Shoes. My goal was to appear professional, responsible and respectable. The secondary goal was to set myself apart to be easily identified as an official for the registrar of voters. I believe I accomplished my goals.
The modern acceptance of a shaved head has vastly improved things for us bald guys. As a Gen Xr I grew up around men who formed their aesthetic in the midcentury (and also at a time when shaved heads were the preferred style of neo-nazis) and the proliferation of awful combovers, ill fitting hair pieces etc was something to behold. A much cleaner and more dignified look to get the clippers out and keep it cropped. You can do other things to soften the doorman look, it doesn't need to be intimidating to have a shaved head.
If you are a brown male with afro esc hair . Do not settle for long hair such as dreadlocks . Instead opt for a low top with a high top fade or completely shaven sides such as what we see from Isaiah from Peaky Blinders . This will leave you with a extremely formal / clean look for this hair type .
@@thomashilmersen711 That’s a great idea, but as a younger man, it’s not my expertise. I recommend The Chap’s Guide or The Gentleman’s Gazette for that.
Hello sir just great video as usual just asking what if i have same hair style like mr jason statham i have the same skin color like him and i saw a picture fo mr daniel craig old one he had same hair style with clean beard shave thanks a lot
I always feel so over dressed when I dress like I like. I like a leather shoe, khaki pants and a RL polo (small pony). Nice but every here I go literally that simple outfit I feel way over dressed
Great vid! Do you (our anyone in The comments) have any ideas for classic masculine Haircuts for Black men? I usually just go with a buzzcut buy im open to new ideas🙂
Hello James. When i was younger i used to dress well and i considered myself a gentleman. Then i got depressed and became fat and overweight and stoped caring about my presentation. A few months ago i came across you're channel and you've inspired me. Before i start dressing well again ive got to lose some serious weight but i just want to tell you you've inspired me and i look up to you
Hello Louie, thank you for commenting and sharing this with me. I’m honored to have helped you in this way. Good luck with the rest of your journey
@@Gent.Z I'm very grateful of you're reply and I look forward to possibly meeting you one day at one of you're gentleman's meet ups
@@LouieHodgson-sg4nuthat would be fantastic. Which city are you in?
@@Gent.Z I'm from the isle of man. Its a British isle in the middle of the Irish sea between England and Ireland
@@LouieHodgson-sg4nu If you are able to make it London next time we do a meet up, it would be great to see you
The importance of what you are doing with this channel cannot be overstated , I applaud 👏 you young man…
Thank you very much, Charles. I’m glad to have your support
I always liked David Niven - Smooth, sophisticated, but always with a comedic edge... :)
Love your channel. I'm 65, and pretty much live by all these standards. My role was my father. I watched him dress and live by his rules...Never leave the house unless your hair is combed, applied a splash of cologne, and you are appropriately dressed. When you enter a room and own it, your competition will give up. Tip well for good service and always be a gentleman. My success is directly related to these rules. I've never had much competition and always left a lasting impression. Keep up the great work. I never miss a video.
@@johnsanzone3965 Thank you very much. Sadly, many young men have grown up without a role model like your father to teach these things. I hope my channel can fill in some of the gaps.
The channel evolution is remarkable. Love the content
Refreshing to bring back timeless classic masculinity in a directionless upside world
One little detail that you have exactly right. Standing up, your jacket is buttoned, sitting down it’s unbottoned. Exactly right.
My classically masculine role model is without a doubt Dean Martin; he has my exact personality, and held a lot my ideals.
Cool, calm and collected goes a long way. And Michael Caine is a really übercool gentleman.
Another excellent example, thank you
Roger Moore walking around Harlem in Live and Let Die. Completely out of place with his formal attire but just exudes cool.
Indeed
You're improving your production! Awesome
I’m glad you noticed. Thank you for the feedback 🙏
You have picked classic male film leads to demonstrate how proper any gentlemen can and should be. You are very genuine and a class act, lad.
Thank you very much
BROTHER! Those before and after photos over the past 2 years are fantastic! You should be very happy with the effort you have put in so far!
Thank you very much. Maybe it’s worth making a full video about this?
@@Gent.Z personally I find that most people who consume TH-cam content enjoy the content they watch because of the topics but also because of the person presenting the videos. People will watch your videos even if it is slightly off of the typical topic.
I think a video promoting fitness and how you enjoy staying fit would be great for your audience!
@@kylemazur1447 Thank you
About to be 25 this month. I will say the past 2 months, my wardrobe has completely changed.
I would mostly wear athleisure, or black chinos with airforces and like a Cuban collared shirt with a tank top under it. Which I think it has its place. Maybe not the airforces as much anymore.
I’m getting married in a month. Since I was 18, I wrestled with the question what it means to be a man. And I am more confident that I’m there and will continue to grow. My soon to be wife wants to be a stay at home wife. She’s a gem. Very traditional Catholic values. Her father is a very respectable man. He’s a deacon. and her mother is kind, selfless and lighthearted.
And although I disagree with the Hollywood portrayal that a man should be a playboy. I do resonate with the elegant style and dressing as a man should. Your videos have helped much.
I do think being traditionally minded, there should be an emphasis on chastity. Cause being a man is about doing things that are hard. And being chaste, is protecting the woman from ourselves.
That said, my wardrobe now has a blazer, suit jackets and sports coats, dress shirts, dress pants, chinos, boots, jeans, dress shoes and loafers.
I also got the old spice cologne. I had a really good Versace one that I want to save more for special occasions and just got a new cologne from a local men’s store today. Musk.
Also it was cool to hear you do boxing. I do boxing some days and then Muay Thai other days and I’ve been lifting for 3-4 years.
Ideals, Mr Jo3K1ng, all I hear is non-negotiable ideals of being truly virtuous! You're onto a fine trajectory many could solely yearn for; all my best wishes for your upcoming wedding! : ) You're soon to be in-laws should be proud.
@@guganesan.ilavarasan wow thanks for the comment. Very kind of you. Brought a smile to my face. It’s all because of the grace of God.
Sean Connery but i also like the swagger and presence of Clark Gable
Clark Gable is another great example. I may explore him more in future videos
@@Gent.Z please do. That man wore a cartier reverso in the jungle for mogambo
Went from 20$ haircut once every other month to prioritizing hairstyle choosing a 50$ haircut every month. Huge difference.
By skipping the alcohol at bars and clubs, you can easily pay for it.
Definitely worth it if the haircut is better. Occasionally you will find great barbers who don’t know their talent and are still working for $15. I experimented with many different price points in Chicago and settled on a place that does a great cut and experience for $45.
This is where bald guys like me have an advantage. I do my head myself with an electric trimmer and can do it as often as I want. I generally find that every 2 weeks keeps me very clean. James recommends against a buzz cut, and I agree when a man has hair. But when a man is balding and only has a fringe left, nothing looks good except a buzz cut.
I do 2- 20€ haircuts a month. Every 2 to 3 weeks. Obviously, everyone's needs are different but you can find a great stylist for 20 bucks and you never get scruffy
@@Gent.Z What is the place in Chicago? I have a decent place but pay significantly more than this
Excellent video. Congrats. Sharp, focused, straighforward.
Daniel Craig in Skyfall or Spectre Is my inspiration for classically masculine. I have tried to get in better shape because of it.
Love Steve McQueen’s style. Top points I took from him are-
Started wearing high rise jeans and chinos, took a more relaxed elegance approach to my style, and… got a motorcycle
James… The world needs more of what you are providing!
Ain’t no gentleman like a English man ( at least as a stereotype) but in all honesty you live what you preach, a lot of the stuff you mention are not that hard to obtain, you keep it real and simple. It’s not about looking rich or above others it’s about looking proper. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Thanks very much for your comment. You’re right, the ideal of a classically masculine man is not out of reach for most men. It just takes a little effort and a lot of common sense.
Bond actors really gives me inspiration. Sean Connery's masculine charm etc. I have same haircut as Pierce Brosnan had in 80's (actually his Bond cut but longer)
Wow dude! Amazing transformation!
Thank you very much
As I live in a mountain town in Colorado, opportunities or obligations to wear a suit are few and far between. I wear good quality clothing appropriate for this environment - and I avoid flashy outdoor company logos. In this kind of place, manners and etiquette are more important than skin care and a clean shave.
So to answer your question, Steve McQueen, Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson
Yes, smiles freely, comfortable, at ease…
I actually saw a video of a woman expressing that they appreciate hygienic men, so I'm certain you are absolutely correct.
James Stewart is the G
Great example
It's a challenging film,but the movie "Tenet",touches on every aesthetic we discuss here.
The movie "Oppenheimer" as well.
Nolan likes his cast to look good.
The tailoring in Tenet is not to be underestimated!
Old Spice was my entrance into men’s fragrance! A great starter. I think every man should have a signature smell. A fragrance that reminds women of you whenever they smell it a room. Also I started watching what I eat more when I noticed most men of this era never had a little pudgy gut! They were all slim in the waist. No such thing as “skinny-fat” in those days 😅. My recent masculine role model is young Paul Newman. And you can see he was a fit guy. Another great video, thanks for sharing!
Paul Newman was indeed in great shape. Do you wear a signature scent or do you prefer to wear a variety?
@@chadbailey7038
Paul Newman in
The Verdict
Your production looks great!!
Thank you Ben
Carry Grant was my fav, he just exuded style and class!
I think long hair can still be pulled off well but it depends with the persons face shape and how they do the hair
I really like and appreciate the outfit breakdown at the end. Please do that every time :)
Yes I second that.
Great body transformation James
I would say Daniel Craig, Tom Ford I have been using as motivation myself
But also liked way Viggo Mortensen was portrayed in Eastern promises
Always dressed proper in suit
Thank you, Martin. I completely agree that Craig and Ford are two good modern examples. I’ll have to look into Mortenson further
@@Gent.Z I would say in that film back in 07 he best dressed
"Eastern Promises" is a great film.
And Viggo never looked better.
thank you for your great advice . You are neat and tidy and spot on
I wear a suit and tie every day with cufflink and tie clip or tie tick with fedora with tassels loafers and penny loafers
One to consider is William Powell in the Thin Man movies. He exudes elegance and class and makes it look easy.
Haha...Best line...: "A gentleman tends to his garden...!"
Quite an assorted ensemble, really, for me! Inspired my side part from Prince Phillip (and Charles?). Procured my first (off-the-rack, altered) lounge suit, a shark skin two-piece single-breasted with a typical British regimental strong shoulder, close-to-body chest, and nipped waist influenced by Daniel's Prince of Wales and Glen checks suits from Skyfall and NTTD. I also got my first made-to-measure dress shirt, a crisp white, desired from Rishi Sunak's well-fitting regulars. Lest I forget my dessert boots from Casino Royale and Chelsea from Lewis Hamilton! Next step? Probably, a Spectre-like navy-chalk stripe double-breasted three-piece worn by Ralph Fiennes or a long coat in the likes of Sir Anthony Eden?!
There is a great collection of articles about James Bond from a podcast called The Art of Masculinity.
I’ve been rowing 3 miles a day, weather permitting, for 8 months and can see and feel a difference.
I'm wearing the fragrance Floris 89 as my signature scent at the moment.
A very classic sandlewood type scent.
Seems to be doing the trick imo.
Would be nice seeing more men dress like man vs like high school kid
.I would even say Statham can have some nice classy outfits
I agree
Video production/quality higher, lets gooo James 👍
I have great childhood olfactory memories of Polo eau de toilette. Every time I go back to the States, I pick up a bottle of Old Spice. Love it!
I am totally bald, but I make it work for me. Started losing my hair at 16 (64 now), and couldn't imagine, nor would want to have hair now. I'm in great shape, and have always dressed well. You have to lean into who you are, flaws and all.
I think what he's refering to going bald on purpose like a buzzcut, not by lack of hair. That was seen as "thuggish" back then. Men obviously lost hair just as much as today.
I've been following your channel the last weeks and all I can say is thank you, I've been looking for a good guide on this gent style for the last month and was struggling a little bit because of the amount of information on the internet regarding the topic from so many differente sources, but your channel really has it all sorted, from clothing, manners, etc; and I truly appreciate how you approach it as a lifestyle rather than a fad. Keep up the good work, this content truly is an inspiration for us young men.
Hi gent z,
Can you please create a step by step process for becoming zero to hero.
Present iam a zero, No fashion sense, No class, Immature, Under confident i want to overcome these things Thank you❤
Hello, yes I will make this exact type of video soon. Thank you for your comment
If I may suggest, while you build your own knowledge:
Get QUALIFIED advisors right away.
You dont need to make every mistake yourself to learn and there is a reason they are called professionals. Build a team of pros around you.
Go to a good hair dresser, ask them for style advice, to give you some options for your type.
Then go to a good men's clothing store, ask for personalized advice.
Do the same in the gym or sports club with an experienced qualified coach.
Same with financial advice.
Keep your place and clothes tidy and organized with Mary Kendo. Declutter!!
Read books on personal development, time management, public speaking etc. (No need to buy right away... library)
Do as good as you can now and once you know better, do better.
You dont sound like a zero at all with your straight up self-assesment. All the best for you, mate.
@@eazyt84 Thank you very much brother.
I believe in relaxed masculinity personally. The kind that doesn’t try. It just is.
Nice video.
I see myself as a well dressed man. I have a beard and my hair is like yours.
Sean Connery or Cary Grant. 😀
Shout out to the Fountainhead clip. Exceptional book and movie.
I know you are not wearing any, but I would love a guide on glasses (I need to wear them and I hate lenses) with your usual style.
Thank you for the videos. They are great.
I would happily do that video. I wear contact lenses 90% of the time but enjoy the aesthetic of glasses also
Recommend you find an l eyeglass optometrist that understands style and how it relates to your face and presentation.
Hmm, unfortunately if I walked around here in Bulgaria looking like James Bond in Goldfinger, with the two piece suit, people would laugh and make fun of me. Times have changed, and what is accepted vary from place to place. But the idea of dressing well never goes out of style. Great video.
Fantastic advice re. dating. That "take it or leave it" attitude is really the only one that makes sense. Real men do not have the time nor the energy to constantly chase women. We have more important things to do.
Excellent video! I like your nod to Aventus. If you havn’t tried it TRY DIOR EAU SAVAUGE. Its a 60’s scent thats clean and easy to wear but definatly classically masculine. TRY IT!
Everyone wears that
Great video. I liked the ending where you showcased your outfit. I'd like it even more detailed like GG does it. Close shots of each piece and all that nice stuff. I think you should pay more attention into the outfit showcase. It could be a great way to end every video.
For me, I'd have to go with Cary Grant and Sean Connery. I'm glad my grandparents exposed me to classic cinema at an early age. James Bond is also one of my favorite film franchises.
Great video. I look to Cary Grant, mainly, for clothing style. With that I admit I also like the Peaky Blinders look as well as the Don Draper look.
6:07 Agree on Old Spice for a year-around everyday fragrance. Respectively disagree on Aramis. On me it moderates after a 1 or 2 hour dry down but I ONLY wear it in winter. I routinely get compliments on both.
Pierce Brosnan was an excellent dresser and had great style is all of this tv shows and movies
I wear business casual and dress shirt to work but I change when I come home:
I wear jeans and a nice shirt to work.
My wristwatch is always on par.
I don’t like facial hair so I shave often and I get a haircut every few weeks.
I cook well and don’t eat too much these days. I try to not eat after 7:00 pm because I can go to bed satisfied and digested before bed.
James should be the next Bond
Definetly
He’s already got the first name! And the style!
Not smooth enough
Call me anytime, Eon
Needs to be a bit older...
Hidden scars
Nice work, James. Would appreciate a video or thoughts on balding/bald men -- and the option of hair transplants -- in the context of classically masculine hairstyles. Cheers
Robert Mitchum & Humphrey Bogart are two rolemodels of mine from classic Hollywood
maybe it’s my ignorance but for the first time can see silver youtube’s prix. congrats James ! well deserved.
My fashion role model is John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Besides the Irish heritage we share. I quite like the Ivy League, East Coast, Preppy style.
Have I always dressed this way? No. It’s a huge improvement from the Athleisure look I used to have.
Great vid! I was startled and kind of dizzy at first because I thought my glasses were dirty but I realized it was a video filter, not my favourite effect to be honest, lol
I like fades if well done but it is ultimately his choice. Don’t like hard under cuts or mullets personally either. I enjoy this channel, think it helps a lot of men.
Thank you for this. One should however accept that it depends on in which country one resides and what your lifestyle or passion is. This could mean longer hair and a beard and limited cologne will be fine. Or something…
I love your content, but respectfully disagree on the subject on baldness. Examples being Yul Brynner, Ben Kingsley, Patrick Stewart, Samuel L.Jackson. All that said, love the tips & content.
Sean Connery and his peers like Peter O’Toole, Richard Harris, Oliver Reed, Michael Caine, Richard Burton I could go on OOZED MASCULINITY.
Sean especially became ‘thin on top’ by his early 20’s I think but he was still a Sex symbol to me and others
Back in 1996 their was a TV drama series on BBC called Our Friends In The North featuring Daniel Craig
However I talk about Mark Strong
He lost his hair at a young age but he still had has sex appeal
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Fred Astaire. Always impeccable.
Steve McQueen from the "Thomas Crowne Affair"
Sean Connery from "Goldfinger"
Cary Grant from "North by Northwest"
I haven't really thought about it but I would probably say Alain Delon or Johann Cruyff.
I wasn’t familiar with Cruyff before your comment, so thank you. What do you admire about him?
@@Gent.Z I suppose one thing is his determination and his convictions in what he believed in. He was a controversial football manager in that he had a specific way of doing things and would not budge. He was adamant that football should be played in an attack minded way to entertain. I suppose Pep Guardiola is the modern day Cruyff who is quite popular and unlike Cruyff is something of an style icon.
There is probably more but I know him mostly through the autobiography that I read many years ago. I also vividly remember that I was on the bus going home from work when I read on BBC News that he had passed away in March 2016 when it happened. I was quite taken aback.
He also did a lot of charity work and I feel he is an interesting character study. His fashion sense does leave something to be desired although he and Humphrey Bogart are the reason for my love of trench coats.
Alain Delon is one of my favorites
I personally think the completely clean-shaven chest looks good, and some women agree, though as of yet I don't do it myself. But trimming is arguably a good idea if you grow long, unruly chest hair. I agree there was much less pressure on male body image back in the thirties through fifties, women were supposed to go along with that and be demure. Imagine a woman back then being vocal like women on TH-cam today about their preferences regarding trimmed body-hair, not likely. But I rarely ever envy those men. I love that women are increasingly comfortable noticing men's bodies and having preferences regarding them, it makes me feel desired. And since I'm slimming down, I hope to be desired myself in the hopefully not-too-distant future. My personal style, hair included, is a compromise between classic and modern. I love classic pieces, but occasionally allow myself a broader color and pattern palette than men back in the day. Always good to see you suited, and that's a fine knit tie, I need to get a similar one. I love Cary Grant, so it makes me happy that if I took a shot every time I saw him in a video of yours I'd have liver poisoning. Good video, and I'm glad you've started giving a quick outfit overview at the end.
Btw washing with soap is not bad depends on what kind of soap you use i use dove and my skin is clear as in the 90s when they used soap
I spent quite a few years in Britain growing up. We basically dressed better. We had tailor made suits. We looked better. Nowadays most people look like they're homeless. Too bad. We had style. It's sad to see style die.
I don't usually give being bald much thought but must confess to being somewhat jealous of the more follically endowed when you talked about hairstyles. Maybe my role model should be Telly Savalis in Kojak!
Crash Davis (Kevin Costner) in Bill Durham. Perfection.
Neil Armstrong was wearing a spacesuit for his activity, but a formal suit and tie for press conferences. Perfect.
I think Gregory Peck could be added to this list. He always looked put together, had a great voice but didn't over speak and moved with confidence.
I love the way that you're dressed, but being overly critical, I would say that you tie needs a wee bit of adjustment...Ideally, the longer end of the tie, should just about touch the top of your pants, where the belt would normally be, but no longer...Thanks for another great video!
While not Gen Z, I am enjoying your videos. The old saying, ‘clothes make the man,’ has some truth. It’s the first impression that you create. You can overdo it which has the potential of coming off as snobbish or pretentious.
I’m retired, but signed up to be a poll worker for the upcoming election. I dressed in a classic double vented blue blazer, charcoal gray slacks (sharp creases and cuffs) blue herringbone dress shirt (no tie) and with black cap toe oxfords by Church’s English Shoes. My goal was to appear professional, responsible and respectable. The secondary goal was to set myself apart to be easily identified as an official for the registrar of voters.
I believe I accomplished my goals.
Is it fine if I have curly hair if I'm trying to be classically masculine?
King of cool, Steve.McQueen.
The modern acceptance of a shaved head has vastly improved things for us bald guys. As a Gen Xr I grew up around men who formed their aesthetic in the midcentury (and also at a time when shaved heads were the preferred style of neo-nazis) and the proliferation of awful combovers, ill fitting hair pieces etc was something to behold. A much cleaner and more dignified look to get the clippers out and keep it cropped. You can do other things to soften the doorman look, it doesn't need to be intimidating to have a shaved head.
Great vid, but I think it’s easy to get carried away with the fragrances. None is better than too much.
If you are a brown male with afro esc hair . Do not settle for long hair such as dreadlocks . Instead opt for a low top with a high top fade or completely shaven sides such as what we see from Isaiah from Peaky Blinders . This will leave you with a extremely formal / clean look for this hair type .
I adore a gentleman like Roger Moore the Saint!
Here is an idea for another video. How can older guys look gentlemanly?
@@thomashilmersen711 That’s a great idea, but as a younger man, it’s not my expertise. I recommend The Chap’s Guide or The Gentleman’s Gazette for that.
@@Gent.Z Thanks. I already subscribe to the Gentleman's Gazette, but will check out the Chap as well.
Great content. Following
I'd have to say, the seriously smooth Roger Moore ...
Good video and a beautiful suit! Bond . . . James Bond.
I would say Sean Connery, and Thomas Crown just behind
Hello sir just great video as usual just asking what if i have same hair style like mr jason statham i have the same skin color like him and i saw a picture fo mr daniel craig old one he had same hair style with clean beard shave thanks a lot
5:40 what about aqua di parma colonia essenza ?
I always feel so over dressed when I dress like I like. I like a leather shoe, khaki pants and a RL polo (small pony). Nice but every here I go literally that simple outfit I feel way over dressed
I shave every other day
Can you review the fashion of Frasier and Niels Crane?
Great vid! Do you (our anyone in The comments) have any ideas for classic masculine Haircuts for Black men? I usually just go with a buzzcut buy im open to new ideas🙂
Sidney Poitier always looked sharp
@@4879daniel Indeed, def one Of my gentleman inspirations, thanks
If you look up stills of John David Washington,Denzel's son,you may get some ideas.
Loved Nat King Cole’s waves
Glad to be named after the 007 franchise a two piece suit is simple yet classic