This Brother is a blessing to me bringing back class and style with understanding and reasoning ... The Cleanest man alive !

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Very kind of you Ellis. A warm welcome to AskOkey Sir 😁 PROFF

Waistcoats are incredibly underrated and make boring two piece suits more interesting in my opinion

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

ABSOLUTELY Don 💯 It lifts a 2 piece suit a few notches PROFF

I'm 27 and I'm dressing more formal. I have a very unique style so it's been hard to find things that fit me and fit my style. I love your suits!! I've been trying to get more into formal wear to incorporate that into my outfits more. Love your channel thanks so much for the advice! I thought I was subscribed for 2 weeks but now I am subscribed!!

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

There you go 🙌🏾🔥 Welcome aboard PROFF

I can't afford a suit, and not in shape to wear one well. But your videos are inspiring me to up myself and in the future when I can afford one I feel like I'll have the knowledge i need, and your voice and style is aweome!

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Delightful to have you on board Lord Betty One step at a time good sir! 😁 PROFF

One thing I've noticed about these old clothes with the high rise trousers is how tall they make you look. This is good in terms of respect, as it is built into us to respect bigger more imposing figures from nature. This shows how the suits of the past were more effective at achieving one of the goals of formal attire, make you look strong and respectable.

You epitomize the standard of excellence in class and styles, more power to you .

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

OH BLESS YOU Errol 🙌🏾

You look great, brother. I am just starting to understand the different parts of suits and blazers. Your videos are very helpful. Thank you.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Sheikh Welcome aboard and do stay tuned PROFF

Finally! I good idea to combat the puffy vest madness I see at the office when fall rolls around.

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

Well said Doc

I could totally fall asleep to your soothing voice

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

OH THANK YOU Death Drummer 😅 Welcome aboard PROFF

Wow! Am I ever glad I found this channel? So cool! I'm going to watch every single video. So excited!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Please do Clay 😁 Welcome aboard Sir PROFF

Unfortunately, waistcoats are some of the most underrated attires in a man's wardrobe. They enhance both casual & formal appearances effortlessly with their wide variety of fabrics & styles. I appreciate them specifically as a doctor for their functionality where it allows unrestricted arm movement(unlike a suit), which allows for performing a physical examination on a patient & for dressing a wound without any hindrance.

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

Very well said Doc 🙌🏾 I’ve always said this “WAISTCOATS are a MISSED OPPORTUNITY”

Just found this channel and can’t stop listening. Keep the videos coming… you’re gonna be big with your original style content. If the videos keep coming 👍

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Of course Nooooname 🔥 Welcome aboard 😁 PROFF

These videos have popped into my feed and now I can't get enough okey. Your delivery and expertise is inspiring me to dress well and enjoy it! Keep doing what you're doing, it's fantastic 👌👏. A true connoisseur sharing his years of experience and passion.

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

OH BLESS YOU Dean 🙌🏾 Thank you for the kind words and a warm welcome to AskOkey 🔥

Thank you , got em in my closet. Now I've been taught, how to properly wear them. Thnx again. ❤ your channel.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

With great pleasure David 🔥 PROFF

OMG! I didn't know this channel existed until now!... I just knew immediately that I had to pay attention.., Thank you 🙏

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Of course Bishop 😁 Welcome aboard ✈️ PROFF

Im just starting to dress above chinos and polo shirts. I bought three vests and are wearing them with a shirt and tie. They look great and help elevate my outfit and make me look thinner.

A great insight of men fashion! :D Will do keep this in mind

As usual, you're amazing, brotha-man.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you 😁 And a warm welcome to AskOkey 💯 PROFF

Just subscribed!!! I love your content. Although I am single and never married nor had children (no abortions either), over the years, I have often had my suits tailored as I aspire to be well dressed at all times (I have never worn flip flops in my life), and I very much appreciate others who do as well. I was born the Chinese New Year of the Rooster and a big trait is that we like to dress exquisitely. Some famous people born the Chinese New Year of the Rooster are: Jennifer Lopez Beyonce Paris Hilton Dolly Parton Nicole Zanders ( me) 😊

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

So delightful to read this Nicole. Truly appreciate your audience 😘 Happy to have you on board my dear PROFF

I look forward to the morning suit video and white tie and tails video!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

It’s coming McSnacks 💯 STAY TUNED … PROFF

Very knowledgeable and explains well with supporting reasoning!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Niaall Welcome to AskOkey PROFF

This channel has gained over 7k subs since I started watching a week or 2 ago. and it is well deserved!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Major Mind & Soul 🙌🏾 A Very Warm Welcome to AskOkey😁 PROFF

@m5Yb7Ds

8 ай бұрын

Deserves more.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@m5Yb7Ds AMEN Simon 🙏🏾 PROFF

I wish you lived near me! You dress exactly how I want to dress. Unfortunately I am not coordinated enough to pull off search the look.😅

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Just keep learning. One step at a time PROFF

Waistcoats are great! They've also grown in popularity in ladies fashion. I've styled them up for years with more feminine pieces. Thank you for sharing your expertise!!

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

ABSOLUTELY my dear 😁 They give an outfit that extra HMMPPPHH 🔥

Great job. Thanks for the information .

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Greens 🔥

Great video lots of good information.

You have style and class. I’m 33 and looking forward to a bespoke suit that’s fits properly as intended to hide imperfections and accentuate the figure vs modern style

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you George 😁 A warm welcome to AskOkey PROFF

Hello Proff❤️! Love your videos!!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Rishi 😁 Welcome to AskOkey PROFF

Love it, reminds me of the training I received about etiquette when I was 40 years younger.. As investment manager I had many occasions where this helped to select a good tailor... In practice this type of cloth worked really well in a colder climate. Since we moved to the tropics, its all too much and on board our boat I hardly ever even see long trousers. Would be good to have some advice in the leisure cloth, maritime area.. what other than a decent short and a Polo shirt?

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

That’s a good subject for a future video tutorial Walter 🙌🏾 Thank you and welcome aboard PROFF

I promise I’m paying attention to the knowledge, but I can’t stop admiring the fit of his trousers man. I can’t stop staring at the drape.

Americans today dress up like medieval court jesters with those pencil cuts. Is good you are bringing back the classics.

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

We’re getting them back Senor Reyes 😅

@ricanbrave

3 ай бұрын

the " pencil cut" pants is a classic look popular in the 60s after everybody got done looking like Humpry Bogart... expand your dress portfolio

@TheYRReyes

3 ай бұрын

yeah that's the 60's. That's the era I grew up in. So was the mophead. I don't dress up like I'm left in the 60's. So move foreward.

@AskOkeyInc

3 ай бұрын

@@ricanbrave AHHH I see ..

@Jorvaskrr

Ай бұрын

If you look at pictures from that time, men with slim legs would wear those trousers but men with thicker legs would opt for something wider. Nowadays, you aren't left with a lot of options.

21:33 Gotdamn the beat FINALLY DROP 🙌🏾 😂 I'm glad at sat & listen

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

LETS GO Vic 🔥

Excellent information on the proper fit and types of waistcoats what are your thoughts on accessorizing the waistcoat with a pocket watch and chain versus wearing a wrist watch thanks for sharing this video!

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Well Franky, that can come across as very “affecting” 😅 But hey, if you like the idea, why not PROFF

Thank you for such a nice presentation on style and wear of waistcoats. I would like to know if you have a presentation on wearing bow ties formal and non formal wear.

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Dennis We have a FULL VIDEO on FORMAL DRESS (Evening Wear) Please visit our KZread Channel

Love your channel. Would love to hear your opinion on female suits, which is much less talked about!

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Thank you my dear We’re looking into a Ladies Line (Lady AskOkey) possibly scheduled to launch in 2024 Stay tuned PROFF

@cannedpineapple2702

7 ай бұрын

​@@AskOkeyIncthat would be amazing! My wife and I could wear matching suits!!!!

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

@@cannedpineapple2702 Of course Sir! I look forward to it likewise PROFF

If you have the time, please do a video on Casual Waistcoats. Summer /Winter /Fall, Denim or Gabardine plus which Shoes.

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

Good idea Izak 🔥 Thank you for the suggestion

I follow every video soo amazing .I agree with the wait situation most men do not know the correct waist area for their trousers..please do a women video for us .to give us your secrets .

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Lady AskOkey coming in 2024 🔥 PROFF

Thank you Prof for this very helpful video. I just have a little query that is that possible to have a big gap ( from the shirt collar down right to first button of the waistcoat, I don't really know how to call that haha) for the waistcoat, especially for a double breasted waistcoat?

I would love a video on short sleeves! I live in Miami where it gets so hot long sleeves are not comfortable at all. I'm sure you can relate Proff. I just feel like ties and waistcoats dont look good with short sleeves so i feel like my outfit "ends" there. Maybe a necklace or a hat but i dont know what to add.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Something to consider for a future video 🔥 PROFF

Instant like 👍 , in anticipation Actually im wearing a vest right now

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard Roger.

I started wearing them again, just 2 weeks ago.

@AskOkeyInc

26 күн бұрын

Good on you

Would you mind sharing your height? Your stance and how you position yourself is very elegant. You have convinced me to have a custom made waistcoat in my collection and I have learnt a lot from your videos! Thanks!😁

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Vinayak, I’m about 6’ 1” tall Thank you and a warm welcome 😁 PROFF

Always try for a three piece..keeps everytbing together and makes one look more put together even with the jacket off.

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

ABSOLUTELY 💯 A vest is a wise addition to a suit

I truly love waistcoats but the weather is always too warm for it. I don't get particularly cold winters either.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

You don’t need extreme cold weather to pull of a waistcoat. Wear it in the right fabric as an accessory 😁 PROFF

How do you feel about wearing a Cardigan as an alternative to a traditional waistcoat, to convert a 2 piece suit into something resembling a 3 piece suit? I admit that I don't own a complete 3 Piece Suit. Although in the fall/winter I'll often wear a fine knit Merino Wool Cardigan under my suit jacket, mostly just for some extra warmth... I feel it's at least a better option than the slightly tragic 'Siskel & Ebert' Crew/V-Neck sweater look.

How did you begin your journey with fashion? What was your first suit experience? Are you familiar with Ozwald Boateng?

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Of course I know Oz 😁 Pls watch my intro video PROFF

Those two little pleats are just fantastic and really create that effect you're talking about. Are they some kind of informal feature? I've never seen them in movies or photographs from 30s

@AskOkeyInc

3 ай бұрын

Just our own idea Mateus

@mateuszsobczynski5066

3 ай бұрын

Wonderful idea : - )

@AskOkeyInc

3 ай бұрын

@@mateuszsobczynski5066 Thank you Sir

Interesting, what are some tips you would give to newly started tailors which don't relay have any understanding of the profession but won't to learn.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Find a tailor that offers apprenticeships. Listen and learn! That's all you can do.

Each to their own but I'm anti waistcoat I have bought Suits in the Past that came with a waistcoat but I never wore the waistcoat. To me less is more when dressing.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

That’s OK too 😅 PROFF

I am planning to get a waistcoat made for me so can you tell me what the diff is between a waistcoat with lapel and without lapel (what occasion is to wear the non lapel one at)

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

There really his no functional difference Sahil Collared waistcoat in my view make for a better ODD WAIST COAT to be worn alone without a jacket

@SAHILKHAN91972

6 ай бұрын

​@@AskOkeyInc Thanks for clearing up the doubt PROFF!😊

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

@@SAHILKHAN91972 Of course Sahil 🔥

Anton, 34 y.o. Russia. The waistcoat is my favorite item of clothing. Its elegant and practical. Personally, I strongly against waistcoats with collar. Collar on shirt, on waistcoat, on jacket - for me this is too much. Waistcoats with lapels are fine. But you need to be careful - lapels on waistoat and lapels on jacket can look cluttered. I adore waistcoats: singlebrested, no lapels, no collar, hiegh closure, four welt pockets, linen back, dark colour.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

ALL VERY GOOD POINTS Anton I had to remove the collar on some waistcoats for this reason. Especially thicker tweeds PROFF

is there any rules related to the lapel of the suit jacket and the lapel of the waistcoat?

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

No Sonath. There really aren’t any rules when it comes to lapels. Most SB waistcoats don’t have a lapel but are worn with Coats with a lapel PROFF

@sonath558

8 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc tks Proff!, i'm having a DB waistcoat with peak lapel to pair with my notch lapel suit jacket so i just want to check if the suit jacket lapel must be peak also.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@sonath558 That is a classic combination Sonath 💯

@rogerr.8507

8 ай бұрын

How about mandarin collar vest with peaked jacket eh? 😂

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@rogerr.8507 NO SIR 😅

What are your Views on Gurkha Shorts and other types of Shorts? Also will Gurkha Shorts and Short Sleeve Shirts get Featured in this Channel? I know it's Autumn out there but still Hot here in the Tropics.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Admiral, They are very elegant for summer casual wear. We will be unveiling one in 2024 at AskOkey PROFF

@admiralrover74

8 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc Looking Forward for more content Sir.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@admiralrover74 Of course Admiral PROFF

Great for knowledge of fashion, but the 20s look is really an acquired taste. Like the sack suit :).

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

Indeed Alex. An acquired taste

What are your thoughts on wearing a double breasted waistcoat with a double breasted jacket in a 3 piece suit? I'd like the option of going with or without the jacket, and I prefer the double in general.

@AskOkeyInc

2 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with it Sir. No one would know your have a vest on With a SB COAT, it’s obvious

@whythawye

2 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc thanks! Would I always keep the jacket buttoned, or do you ever unbutton a DB jacket?

@AskOkeyInc

Ай бұрын

@@whythawye It should always remain buttoned

@whythawye

Ай бұрын

​@@AskOkeyInc that's what I thought, thanks!

@AskOkeyInc

Ай бұрын

@@whythawye Of course James 😁 Welcome sir

I was surprised when you said not to wear a single breasted waistcoat with morning dress... I thought it was proper and traditional. I have seen many old time pictures of it, or even Prince Philip.

@AskOkeyInc

4 ай бұрын

Alvaro, I’ve seen it done but I think a DB waistcoat is more elegant

The king of drape, or the king of drip?

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

BOTH 🔥😁

The KING of DRAPE has SPOKEN

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

That’s right Inner Grind 🙌🏾 Welcome aboard 😁 PROFF

Im conflicted. Im a black American 30 year old guy, 5'11, 34x34, reasonable fit who love the look of bespoke but live a urban life. Simply dressing business casual to a grocery store, like Target, is _overdressing_ Even very few occupations now adays dont requires or suit. I dont care what others people think however i dont want to feel like im overdressed or "cosplaying" if that make sense.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Leave aside the office for now Marc. Ask yourself, “Who am I and how do I want to be perceived” The dress yourself accordingly PROFF

@du-marcmills2700

7 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc I never thought of asking myself that. Thank you very much

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

@@du-marcmills2700 With great pleasure Marc 😅 PROFF

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Waistcoats fell out of favour due to the depression the depression caused people to just wear what they had and even in the 40s when things started to go up and running alot of people were still fearful of being that poor twice so even if they had decent paying jobs (lower/middle class) a lot of people were still quite frugal in the 50s people wore blazer and trousers in England not full suits you would ask them way back then and they said it’s because blazer and trousers made more outfits three piece suits were for the elite and wealthy but when the windrush generation came and saw how black people dressed the three piece suit started to come back in. But the fall out favour was people wanted to stretch there wardrobe and most people simply couldn’t afford a wardrobe full of full suits even on KZread they always get it wrong by saying the 1900s was the peak of formality it wasn’t how can you dress formal if you have no money? You wear what you can tuxedos were rarely even seen a lot of people didn’t have them or if they had them didn’t wear it often interestingly it was the 1920s onwards that became more formal

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

In other words, they fell out of favor due to war time rationing 😁 Thank you for the mini lecture Sir Lawful Good Morning 🙌🏾 PROFF

@lawfulbeneficiary1731

8 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc Yes and no but even when there was no rationing and the depression and war had long ended a lot of people was just fearful of being that poor again so even if they had money they still always saved the depression ruined a lot of families and homes even long after it was finished.

@lawfulbeneficiary1731

8 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc and grand risings to you🙏🏾

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@lawfulbeneficiary1731 That’s an interesting view Sir Lawful Thank you PROFF

@lawfulbeneficiary1731

8 ай бұрын

@@AskOkeyInc yeah I feel like what you can learn from is don’t believe everything you see and if it says it was the peak of formality you have to question for who for high society yes definitely but for the rest they wore what they could the sack suit for reference was seen as very casual and a middle/upper class man would only wear it to really casual outgoings but a lot of poor people it would’ve been there Sunday best (best suit) some people back in those times couldn’t even afford a shirt collar because shirts were detachable collars to save on laundry it makes sense because the neck is the only part that gets dirty even if the shirts clean so instead of washing the whole shirt you just change the collar

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@user-jo2zh3br9x

5 күн бұрын

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Can you wear a waistcoat under a double breasted suit?

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

OF COURSE Sir I do it all the time

Your pants are always hilarious

@AskOkeyInc

6 ай бұрын

OH ABSOLUTELY 😅 Just the way we like em’ 🔥

What about big guys

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

Eric pls see our FULL VIDEO on that subject below this one on our KZread channel The title says “Difference between European, English & American Cuts” PROFF

Are you a fan of spearpointed collars?

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

I’m not sure what those are Adam. But I’m a big fan of the “Point Collar” To my eye, they look much more tactile and elegant than the Spread Collar PROFF

@rogerr.8507

8 ай бұрын

Me, i just hate spread collars. Spearpoint Is very long and downward pointed like a vampire might wear

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

@@rogerr.8507 A moderate point collar for me Sir Roger 😁 PROFF

@adamsansom4822

8 ай бұрын

@rogerr.8507 I like a slight point in mine, not too pointed, but just enough to notice. Butt yes, I hate spreaded collars... eww. Lol, plus I am also not a vampire.

I personally dislike waistcoats although they can look good on other people.

@AskOkeyInc

8 ай бұрын

I can understand that Supersonic. But if you wear high rise trousers, waistcoats are A MUST They bring out the BEST in HIGH RISE TROUSERS PROFF

"Panache".

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏾 PROFF

Do a little more research on your morning dress. It was quite acceptable to wear a single breasted waitcoat with morning dress. The only exception was if you were part of a envesture or other highly formal event where the only attire was the black morning coat, than yes a double breasted was expected.

I'll never have money to dress well. 😔

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Is that right?? 😅

half these things were so friggin ugly. I'm glad he's enjoying them but I couldn't imagine dressing in them

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard Yaakov 😁

Sorry to tell you but double breasted waistcoats don’t necessarily only come with lapels. I have one that does not. Do a bit more research before stating something as fact.

Stop wearing those baggie trousers. Wear smart cut trousers like normal people.

@AskOkeyInc

5 ай бұрын

AH OK Sanjeev’s 😅

This is the channel I didn’t know I needed in my life. 🫡

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Now you know Hardly 😁 Welcome aboard PROFF

Just for you guys to know why we in Britain have our last waistcoat bottom button undone: Leaving the bottom button of your waistcoat undone is the ultimate style myth. The tradition likely dates back to the early 1900's, when King Edward VII first started the trend. Apparently, he grew to be so rotund and fat that he was unable to fasten the bottom button on his waistcoat😂😂😂.

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

So goes the story Safarel 😅 Thank you PROFF

@gosafarel

7 ай бұрын

​​@@AskOkeyIncHey mate I do apologise for some of my posts...I love classic style as well and look but could not stop my mind philosophising regarding reality of today's society where a booked is only judged by its cover but that's the world we live in. It was not personal. Otherwise when time allows would you be able to make an episode about suspenders and butterfly or bow ties.. Thanks you in advance and good luck Sir...

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

@@gosafarel No worries Safarel 😁 We already have several videos on neckties right here on out KZread channel. However nine specifically aimed at bow ties Something to consider for the future PROFF

Can I be a model for your company here in America...

@AskOkeyInc

7 ай бұрын

Perhaps the future Donald 😁 PROFF

Double breasted waistcoats are not always with a collar and lapel, that is untrue. I have one without a collar and lapel./

@AskOkeyInc

Ай бұрын

As you wish but I wouldn’t do that