A. Hands down - the navy blazer. The possibilities are endless. You can wear them with slacks or chinos and jeans for a more relaxed look. Pair it with mocks or polos or for an updated more casual look try a bold striped shirt (untucked) with your favorite jeans.

A. Wearing multiple patterns is perfectly fine provided the scale of the stripes vary in size and the colors are complementary.

A. Generally speaking, leaving the top button open allows greater comfort and ease and makes a stylish statement. For more of a business look, button the top button. In all instances leave the bottom button unbuttoned.

A. Why not own both? The two-button suit is very a traditional look, but the three-button suits have been very popular in recent years. The longer silhouette of the three-button model is a must for taller or leaner men, it doesn’t mean shorter or larger men can’t wear it well. But if tailored to fit correctly, the larger man can easily wear a three-button suit with style and poise.

A. Except for jeans, formal wear or sometimes heavier tweeds, a man should always consider cuffs. While the standard cuff measurement is one and one-half inches, that varies slightly with taller men and shorter men.

A. Pure wool is the mainstay of a man’s wardrobe and will stand up to several years or more of normal wear – if maintained properly. To begin with, wear your suits in rotation. After each wearing, empty all the pockets. Pure wool is a natural, living and breathing thing, and it’s best to limit its exposure to cleaning fluids. A good quality suit only needs to be cleaned twice a year. In the event of a spill or a spot, take it to the dry cleaners, but be sure to bring the jacket and pants to avoid uneven color fading.

A. I must stress the importance of cedar shoe trees for every pair of dress shoes you own. This small investment will preserve the shape of the shoe and remove most heavy creases. The cedar will make them smell better, too.