The Gstaad Guy Podcast Tom Chamberlin: Editor-in-Chief of The Rake – Wealth Whisperers, Being a Gentleman, Style Codes, & The Spirit of Savile Row
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Oct 1, 2025 In a captivating conversation, Tom Chamberlin, Editor-in-Chief of The Rake and author, explores the essence of being a gentleman today. He discusses the critical role of confidence in style and how personal elegance shapes identity. The dialogue dives into the artistry of tailoring, detailing the unique characteristics of European menswear. Tom also reflects on shifting notions of masculinity and the importance of behavior over mere appearance. With insights on luxury as an escapism, he emphasizes that true refinement goes beyond fashion.
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How British Style Spread
- British menswear emerged from a historical shift toward austere tailoring after the 18th century.
- English tailoring influenced continental taste and became a global standard of gentlemanly dress.
Identify Neapolitan Tailoring
- Spot Italian tailoring by its soft, unstructured Neapolitan shoulder (spalla camicia).
- Look for a relaxed silhouette and unpadded construction in Neapolitan jackets.
Origins Of The Hacking Jacket
- Tom recounts how Huntsman and Edward Sexton's cutter influenced the Tom Ford hacking jacket revival.
- He explains hacking jacket features born from riding needs: higher button, slanted pockets, strong shoulder.
