THE

AMERICAN

GENTRY

T H E H A N D B O O K O F

C LASS AN D D I STI N CTI O N

F O R T H E

M O D E RN DAY G E NTLE MAN

At GENTRY, we believe life is lived in the details. The final moments, the finishing touches, the respectful nods to tradition and heritage. These are the characteristics of a distinguished class of Gentlemen known as The American Gentry.

GENTRY is a modern rethinking of classic men’s accessories inspired by the golden era of menswear, a time when attention to the finer points made all the difference. It harkens back to a time when thick plumes of smoke and the aroma of aged brandy effortlessly wafted around the debates and discussions of serious men in slick suits. The accessories found in every GENTRY box provide the sartorial details that push a man from forgettable to timeless.

This is our Handbook of Class & Distinction, a modern man’s pocket guide to the basics of aesthetic refinement. In these pages are notes on etiquette from Gentlemen around the globe on how to apply the polishing touches on your public persona. We are by no means the final word on style. But with a proper education and the appropriately executed accessories, every man can be his own role model.

T H E A R T O F T H E K N OTAlmost as much as the tie itself, the knot speaks volumes to your taste, your demeanor,

your style and your place in the room. Together the necktie and the knot still enjoy status

as the most expressive piece in a man’s wardrobe.

N E C K W E A R

“A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life”

–Oscar Wilde

Prudent, simple and slightly awkward with its

asymmetrical cinch, this is an easy and informal

knot that achieves a deliberately sharp yet

effortless look. Best paired with a collar that has

a smaller spread for casual occasions.

The most elegant knot with an air of Brit dandyism,

this balanced equilateral triangle lends itself to a

neat dimple and trim finish. Best matched with

wide-spread collars and thicker tie materials. An air

of formality and confidence guaranteed.

A smaller, less severe looking Windsor best

paired with narrow collared shirts. This knot is

appropriate for nearly any occasion. If ever in

doubt, this compact knot will reassure everyone

that you know exactly what you’re doing.

“The American Knot,” as it’s often referred to,

works well with light and medium weight fabrics

and should be wide enough to fill the center space

of your collar. Bold and unwavering, this knot is

best donned in formal and business settings.

Master this, and you’ve already arrived. Only for the most dapper Gentleman. The uninitiated need not apply.

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The final pieces a man chooses to finish his wardrobe can prove the most consequential.

It is with those small details that a man effortlessly becomes the object of admiration

and respect. By paying attention to the particulars, a man can speak volumes to his

individuality and style.

A C C E S S O R I E S

C O L L A RC L I P

P O C K E TS Q U A R E

T I E B A R

A staple in the early to middle part of the 20th century, the collar clip is an oft

forgotten piece of utility and fashion. Designed to maintain a crisp and steadfast

collar, this piece adds precision and elegance. Decorum calls for pinning the clips to

the tips of the collar and allowing the chain to hang behind the knot. Best paired with

a sense of entitlement and unshakable panache.

Designed to keep your tie in place, this smart adornment is the de rigueur Gentleman’s accessory, conveying both

style and stature. The tie clip should slide in from the wearer’s right to grip both the tie and the placket of the shirt

around the middle of the sternum. Etiquette dictates the tie clip be worn during the day.

The very subtlety of a keenly executed tie pin will not only maintain a sharply hung tie, but will also imbue its

wearer with an air of personal sophistication. Tack your tie pin about a third of the way down the middle of your

necktie and fasten the T bar through the closest button hole. Etiquette dictates the tie pin be worn at night.

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T H E T I E P I N

A look for formal black tie affairs. Only ½ inch of fabric should stick out of the pocket. The exposed edge should

be razor sharp and flush to the jacket. A nicely ironed press square will never lead you astray.

The most common fold, this method is well suited to complement a necktie and narrow lapel. Certainly the

most appropriate for any dapper Gentleman.

Clean and crisp, well suited for sport coats and casual looks. Best paired with a clean black tie and white

pocket square.

A fold for those who consider themselves flashy by old school standards. Most suited for unconventional, dashing

and impetuous Gentlemen.

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A sartorial man will always have this piece at the ready to complement, or even

substitute, for a necktie. Generally made from lightweight cuts of silk or linen, when

folded correctly, these small squares of fabric will provide a window into the character

and intentions of its wearer.

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