bespoke (adj.): made to individual order; custom-made; one of a kind
unit (noun): a single thing or person; you, the individual
Bespoke Unit’s mission is simple: combine encyclopedic knowledge of classic gentleman’s style with current topical content to deliver the most comprehensive, easy-to-search, approachable men’s lifestyle resource on the web. Our aim is to help men improve their style, broaden their horizons, and live their best lives.
Paul Anthony – Founder & CEO
Paul Anthony is an enthusiast of all things gentlemanly. Unsatisfied with the men’s blogosphere, he was inspired to create Bespoke Unit to fill the void of well-organized, deep content, written in an approachable way.
A firm believer in truly living while you’re alive, his passion for international travel is rivalled only by that for his shoes, of which he owns upwards of 130 pairs. His love of watches and micro-mechanics is boundless.
He writes about watches, suits, shoes, and fragrances.
Read the latest articles by Paul Anthony.
Rafael Dominguez – Editor-in-Chief
A self-confessed watch nerd with professional experience in the industry, Rafael provides unparalleled depth to Bespoke Unit’s content as its chief editor. Rafael holds an equal interest in affordable and luxury mechanical watches from both the contemporary and vintage markets.
Meanwhile, he also produces his own content across all of Bespoke Unit’s categories with a primary focus on timepieces, footwear, alcoholic spirits, and fragrances. Born in Venezuela, Rafael spends his time between Miami, Colombia, and Spain.
See Rafael’s latest work.
Reinhard Pohorec – Sensory Expert
Columnist and consultant for Bespoke Unit, Reinhard has a unique reputation as an emerging and award-winning talent in the world of sensory talent, luxury brands, premium cigars, beverages, and mixology.
With a focus on the multi-sensory, he creates memorable and inspirational experiences and programs to educate epicureans. Based in Vienna, Austria, he’s a contributing author for multiple publications, a tasting panellist, as well as the founder of Light ‘Em Up.
Read the latest from Reinhard.
Other Contributors
Michael Oxman
Philadelphia Correspondent
Michael Oxman is a husband, father, menswear fanatic, pit bull owner, and Asian food enthusiast. Having spent many years in the footwear and custom clothing industries, he’s obsessed with appearance and takes much longer than his wife to get ready in the morning. A veteran musician, he plays bass guitar and sings in a Beatles tribute band when he’s not blogging or playing peek-a-boo with his son.
Read Michael’s latest articles.
Robert Raymond
Whisky Consultant & Editor
Philadelphia born and raised; a lover of life with a penchant for three-piece suits and single malt Scotch. Robert draws inspiration for his style from the cultural renaissance of his hometown, fusing modern design with a vintage vibe. His hope is to inspire style in others and make the world a better dressed, better mannered, and more chivalrous place.
Read Robert’s latest articles.
Damien Currano
West Coast USA Correspondent
Damien is just beginning his journey into men’s fashion. As a producer in the video game industry where the accepted dress code consists of oversized shorts and an old t-shirt, he’s striving to set himself apart and find his own personal style. With some social capital to burn, he’s willing to try new things, even if they don’t work. It’s all in the name of his sartorial self-discovery.
Read Damien’s latest work.
Carlos A. Valdez
East Coast USA Correspondent
Carlos is a cigar lover living out in Portland Oregon. After first joining Bespoke Unit back in 2014 and taking a hiatus to get established in his career as an airline pilot, Carlos is back to review cigars. While not flying Carlos enjoys collecting fuzz guitar pedals, Japanese watches, and watching horror movies with his wife and cat.
Read Carlos’ latest articles.
Charles-Philippe
European Correspondent
Charles-Philippe’s work has covered a broad range of subjects from cigars and fragrances to wine and spirits. Fascinated by how history and culture together form the unique contemporary identities of alcoholic beverages, his articles follow an in-depth exploration of their development through a combination of tradition and innovation.
Read the latest from Charles-Philippe.
That looks a great team producing very well thought though articles. Keep it up guys, some good reads and good advice given.
Thanks, CHB! Delighted that you’re one of our most regular readers. We look forward to hearing from you again soon.
Best,
CP
What are your thoughts on double breasted suites? Are they out of fashion? I’m not so interested in the modern interpretation. The modern versions I’ve seen have very narrow lapels and the jackets seem to be very short.
Thank you for your thoughts.
Bryan
Hi there!
As Yves Saint Laurent was known to say “fashion is fleeting, style is eternal”! Although the current trends do favour narrow lapels and short jackets, we feel that the classics are timeless. You can read our guide to jacket styles to learn more about this!
All the best,
CP
I loved the entire website. It is one of the most informative style / fashion pages on the web.
Thanks, Fergule!
Best,
CP
Hi Just found this site, all a gentleman might require on a cold night, suits,style grooming and more, cant wait to read all the posts with a dram of whiskey (am Irish but love Scotch and enjoy a good single-malt} there is so much here on this its just fantastic,
thanks Gerry
Thanks for the great feedback Gerry, and hope you enjoy our archives of pages and upcoming content too!
Cheers – Paul
Very informative site. Wish I had this information years ago. Keep up the good work and thank you.
Thank you, David! We greatly appreciate your support!
All the best,
CP
I’ve just bookmarked you.
Thanks, Alexander! Hope that you enjoy our work!
Best,
CP
Gentlemen,
Stumbled on the website after finding your YouTube channel looking for cigar storage options. Really enjoying the content very much. Keep up the great work. I consider your work an excellent reference for many things necessary to today’s man. Thank you !
PS: would love to see more golf articles / links, etiquette, course reviews, golf travel sources, etc….
Dear Anthony,
We greatly appreciate your kind words.
As the golfer of the group, I surely hope to move in that direction when time allows!
All the best – Paul
I just came across your website and I have to admit that it’s a great source of information. You have just the perfect amount of needed information. I love the watch section! I sent your link to most of my colleagues in the office, some need it more than others. ????. Keep up the excellent work.
Hi Lou,
Great to hear that you’ve enjoyed our content! We appreciate you sending it to your colleagues too!
Best,
CP
Just read a wonderful article on Indochino here; thank you for all of the information. Your article, however, has prompted a question: seeing that you ordered a tweed suit, do you have any experience with Walker Slater and, if so, what are your thoughts?
Thanks, Andrew! Unfortunately, I don’t have any experience with Walker Slater. That said, we would like to give them a go one day!
Best,
CP
I am a newbie at BU. I just love this site!! I like to do things ‘just so’ and the British way works for this U.S. consumer. Everything is done just right. The photos are composed beautifully–works of art–really. The jovial back-and -forth is so much enjoyed by this gent in training.
The fragrance reviews are so precisely set up with each flacon and a beautiful water glass for each side of the table. The guys look sharp with nice tweeds. I love sport coats and herrringbones and windowpanes. I ramble.
So perfectly done. It is so relaxing to find a business that really likes to do things right–and beautifully!!!
Hi Norman,
Thanks for the kind words, it’s much appreciated! We’re grateful for your support!
All the best,
CP
Hello,
My husband was in the Royal Navy and he has anon pleated cummerbund. Would this be Navy uniform and where can I find one for my son. My husband seems to think that they are the up to date ones to get for my sons black tie.
Please advise.
Thank you
Sascha
Hey there Sascha,
Unfortunately, I’m not too familiar. However, I know that most everything can be purchased online! Have you tried searching sites such as eBay to see if you can find more information or another example of your husband’s cummerbund?
Rafael
I found BU while researching English Leather. I had purchased two bottles of older (Mem) from eBay, and a current (Dana), and one 1 oz plastic bottle that didn’t say Mem, but did have Northvale, NJ on it. I believe Mem was associated with this address at one time.
I have not looked at much of your site but I am interested in the categories, as my two brothers are. I will be seeing them tomorrow, Easter/2022
best wishes to all and regards,
Louis
Wow, since i landed on this site, i can’t spend a day without passing by. At 38 years i love the classic dress style. woolen and checkered pants does it
Thanks Don! It’s great to hear that you’ve enjoyed the content we’ve put together – it’s taken many years to build.
Rafael
Well I have to say I am floored,this pack of wolves bend towards the coolest lifestyles.I am impressed!
Thanks for the kind words!
Rafael
I was enjoying your site until I saw you not only had a “philadelphia correspondent” but two contributors from this vile, execrable city. New York is the capital of fashion, art, media and money, yet you have a “philadelphia correspondent” and no one from the center of the universe? This is like a British fashion magazine and having a “Newcastle correspondent” and no one based in London.
philadelphia is filled with boorish, violent drunks who are the exact opposite of the type of man you are trying to reach. Their idea of style is putting on their one iggles jersey that isn’t covered in mustard stains and dried blood.
Goodbye
Completely disagree with your take regarding Philly! But I found your comment to be rather amusing and I think other readers will too.
Rafael
Hi, I noticed you recommending CigarPage and I’m trying to figure out if they are a legit operation… They don’t charge an excise tax for Indiana (where I live) but all my research says they are supposed to. It’s not like I WANT to pay this stupid tax but just curious how they get away with that. If anyone on here knows? Thanks!
Hey Luke,
I can personally guarantee that CigarPage is legit as I’ve ordered from them numerous times. I’m in Florida and I’ve not been charged taxes other than sales tax, so I can’t really speak to which taxes they should be charging you. I know they are in PA so it might have something to do with the fact that they’re shipping from outside Indiana. You could try reaching out the their support and see if they can provide any insight.
Rafael
I was looking up different attire for several events I assumed that creative black tie you would be allowed to wear a colorful tuxedo but that’s not the case even though I not a man I still like to know about the different kinds of attire for different events because I know men who might need some help.
Hey there Kat,
Love to hear that you’re digging into the details and helping others navigate dress codes!
You’re right that creative black tie allows for some flair, but it’s usually more about subtle individuality (like a velvet dinner jacket, patterned bow tie, or colorful pocket square) rather than a fully vibrant tux. Still, it’s one of the more flexible formal codes, so there’s definitely room to play.
If you’re still curious, we’ve got a full guide on it here: https://bespokeunit.com/suits/dress-codes/creative-black-tie/
Rafael