Via is a menswear journal that starts at the ground: footwear first, then everything above it. Practical, opinionated guides for men who want to buy less and buy better.https://viaformen.com/en-ushttps://viaformen.com/posts/goodyear-welting-explained/https://viaformen.com/posts/goodyear-welting-explained/What a Goodyear welt is, how it compares with cemented and Blake shoes, what a resole costs, and when a $425 welted shoe beats a $110 pair over ten years.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/jacket-shoulder-fit/https://viaformen.com/posts/jacket-shoulder-fit/Jacket shoulder fit decides how everything below it hangs. Learn the four mirror tests, what narrowing costs, and which alterations are worth paying for.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/raw-denim-year-one/https://viaformen.com/posts/raw-denim-year-one/Breaking in raw denim takes about six months: stiff knees, blue hands, a first soak near 150 wears, and real fades by month twelve. A daily wearer's timeline.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/when-to-resole/https://viaformen.com/posts/when-to-resole/Learn when to resole shoes with three quick kitchen-table tests, what each wear pattern means, and what it costs before a $20 fix turns into a $175 one.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/belt-sizing/https://viaformen.com/posts/belt-sizing/Your belt size isn't your trouser size. How to measure belt size from buckle fold to center hole, the plus-two-inch rule, and which width fits your loops.Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/wedding-guest-dress-codes/https://viaformen.com/posts/wedding-guest-dress-codes/Every wedding guest dress code explained for men, from black tie to beach: the shoes, suit and tie each one calls for, plus what to wear if in doubt.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/first-pair-of-boots/https://viaformen.com/posts/first-pair-of-boots/Buying your first pair of boots? Answer five questions on weather, wardrobe, sizing, break-in and upkeep, then choose between a $160, $230 or $370 boot.Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/trouser-break-guide/https://viaformen.com/posts/trouser-break-guide/Trouser break explained in inches: how much hem should rest on your shoe, which leg openings suit no, slight, or full break, and what to tell your tailor.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/chinos-that-fit/https://viaformen.com/posts/chinos-that-fit/How chinos should fit: a mid rise near the navel, a seat that passes the squat test, and a 7 to 7.5 inch leg opening matched to your shoes. Numbers inside.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/cedar-shoe-trees/https://viaformen.com/posts/cedar-shoe-trees/Cedar shoe trees pull sweat from the lining and keep creases shallow. How they work, what to look for, how to fit them, and why $30 a pair pays for itself.Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/socks-by-fiber/https://viaformen.com/posts/socks-by-fiber/The best sock material for daily wear is a merino blend. Compare cotton, merino, and synthetics by fiber, then match sock thickness to the shoes you wear.Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/job-interview-outfits/https://viaformen.com/posts/job-interview-outfits/What to wear to a job interview in 2026: how to dress one step above the office, which shoes and belt to choose, and a safe fallback when you can't tell.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/four-shoe-rotation/https://viaformen.com/posts/four-shoe-rotation/A four-pair shoe rotation for men: an oxford, a loafer, a suede chukka and a white sneaker for about $1,200, with cost per wear and a rest-day schedule.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/first-suit-navy/https://viaformen.com/posts/first-suit-navy/Navy vs charcoal suit for your first one: why navy covers more weddings, interviews, and shoes, plus the cloth, cut, and budget to ask for in the store.Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/oxford-cloth-button-down/https://viaformen.com/posts/oxford-cloth-button-down/Why the oxford cloth button-down works with jeans, chinos, and a sport coat, and what to check before buying: collar length, cloth weight, hem, and price.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/cream-wax-conditioner/https://viaformen.com/posts/cream-wax-conditioner/Shoe cream vs wax vs conditioner: what each does to leather, the order to use them, how often, and the one mistake that makes polish crack at the creases.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/work-bag-that-lasts/https://viaformen.com/posts/work-bag-that-lasts/How to choose a work bag that lasts ten years: materials, stitching, hardware and empty weight, with real cost-per-year numbers and what to skip in the store.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/business-casual-office/https://viaformen.com/posts/business-casual-office/Business casual for men, built from the shoes up: suede chukkas and penny loafers, trousers in any color but khaki, and a five-day office rotation.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/leather-vs-rubber-soles/https://viaformen.com/posts/leather-vs-rubber-soles/Leather vs rubber soles for a daily commute: grip in the rain, miles to wear-through, resole costs, and the $40 to $60 half-sole that gives you both.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/alterations-worth-paying-for/https://viaformen.com/posts/alterations-worth-paying-for/Which suit alterations are worth the money: real prices for hems, sleeves, waists, and tapers, plus three costly jobs a good tailor will talk you out of.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/layering-for-fall/https://viaformen.com/posts/layering-for-fall/Layering for fall when the day runs from 41°F to 71°F: three light layers worth about 10 degrees each, the fabrics to pick, and a boot that handles both ends.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/salt-stains-on-boots/https://viaformen.com/posts/salt-stains-on-boots/How to remove salt stains from leather boots with vinegar and water, dry them without cracking, and condition them so the white lines don't come back.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/watch-straps-guide/https://viaformen.com/posts/watch-straps-guide/A watch strap guide by use case: lug width, sizing, sweat and how long leather, nylon and steel really last, with real numbers and a clear two-strap pick.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/carry-on-week/https://viaformen.com/posts/carry-on-week/How to pack a carry-on for a week: which two pairs of shoes to bring, a packing list that fits a 22 x 14 x 9 inch bag, and outfits for work and weekends.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/shoe-sizing-across-brands/https://viaformen.com/posts/shoe-sizing-across-brands/Why shoe sizes vary between brands: lasts, loose grading and toe allowance explained, plus how to measure your feet and size boots, dress shoes and sneakers.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/suit-fabric-weights/https://viaformen.com/posts/suit-fabric-weights/Suit fabric weight in plain numbers: what 8, 11, and 14 ounces mean for heat, drape, and wrinkles, and which weight to choose if you only own one suit.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/white-tee-buying-guide/https://viaformen.com/posts/white-tee-buying-guide/The best white t-shirt comes down to fabric weight, not the label. How 4, 6, and 7 oz cotton compare on drape, see-through, and lifespan, and what to pay.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/keeping-knitwear-alive/https://viaformen.com/posts/keeping-knitwear-alive/Wool sweater care that works: how to remove pills, wash by hand without felting, keep moths out of storage, and darn a small hole before it runs.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/belt-and-shoes-match/https://viaformen.com/posts/belt-and-shoes-match/Matching belt and shoes matters with a suit and relaxes with jeans. A clear rule for color, finish and width, plus the two belts that cover nearly every shoe.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/first-date-outfits/https://viaformen.com/posts/first-date-outfits/First date outfit ideas for men, from coffee to dinner to a park walk: what to wear from the shoes up so you look put together without looking overdressed.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/suede-is-not-fragile/https://viaformen.com/posts/suede-is-not-fragile/Can suede get wet? Yes. How treated suede handles rain, how to dry and brush it back, what a protector spray does, and the few conditions suede can't take.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/sport-coat-vs-blazer/https://viaformen.com/posts/sport-coat-vs-blazer/Sport coat vs blazer, settled: the buttons, cloth, and pockets that separate them, what trousers and shoes go with each, and which odd jacket to buy first.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/weekend-uniform/https://viaformen.com/posts/weekend-uniform/Casual weekend outfits that don't get boring: a two-shoe uniform built from the feet up, with seasonal swaps, cost per wear, and what to leave in the store.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/washing-raw-denim/https://viaformen.com/posts/washing-raw-denim/How to wash raw denim in a bathtub with cold water, when to do the first wash, how much it shrinks, and the drying mistake that sets bad creases for good.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/thinner-wallet/https://viaformen.com/posts/thinner-wallet/A slim wallet holds six cards and a few bills in under half an inch. How to choose one, what to stop carrying, and what a fat wallet does to your trousers.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/cold-commute/https://viaformen.com/posts/cold-commute/Dressing for a cold commute from the boots up: which boots and socks keep your feet warm below 30°F, how to layer under a coat, and what to change at work.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/chelsea-boot-fit/https://viaformen.com/posts/chelsea-boot-fit/How should Chelsea boots fit? The heel-slip limit in inches, how much toe room you need, how snug the instep should be, and when to size down a half size.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/dress-shirt-collar-fit/https://viaformen.com/posts/dress-shirt-collar-fit/How to measure neck size for a dress shirt in two minutes: where the tape goes, how much to add, the one-finger test, and fixes for a collar that shrank.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/sneakers-with-chinos/https://viaformen.com/posts/sneakers-with-chinos/Wearing sneakers with chinos comes down to the hem: no break, a 6.75 to 7.5 inch leg opening, and the right roll. Exact numbers for low-tops and high-tops.Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/finding-a-cobbler/https://viaformen.com/posts/finding-a-cobbler/How to find a good cobbler near you: signs of a real repair bench, a cheap test job to try first, seven questions to ask, and fair prices for common work.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/tie-width-and-knots/https://viaformen.com/posts/tie-width-and-knots/The right tie width matches your lapel, usually 3 to 3.25 inches. How to pick width, knot and length so your tie, collar and jacket hold together.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/funeral-attire/https://viaformen.com/posts/funeral-attire/What to wear to a funeral as a man: a dark suit, black shoes, white shirt and quiet tie, plus fallbacks for short notice, no suit, or a casual service.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/white-sneakers-over-time/https://viaformen.com/posts/white-sneakers-over-time/How white leather sneakers age over 500 wears: when creases set, how fast the sole wears, what yellows, and the ten-minute routine that keeps them clean.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/matching-shoes-to-suits/https://viaformen.com/posts/matching-shoes-to-suits/What shoes to wear with a suit, by color: a quick chart for navy, charcoal, gray, and tan, plus when to pick oxfords over loafers and how dark to go.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)https://viaformen.com/posts/capsule-wardrobe-math/https://viaformen.com/posts/capsule-wardrobe-math/How small can a men's capsule wardrobe get? The wear-rate math behind 25 to 30 pieces, why under 20 fails within a year, and how many shoes and shirts you need.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTEverydayhello@viaformen.com (Danny Reyes)https://viaformen.com/posts/suit-storage-and-pressing/https://viaformen.com/posts/suit-storage-and-pressing/How to store a suit between wears and for a whole season: the right hanger, brushing, steaming instead of pressing, and how rarely it should be dry-cleaned.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTCare & Repairhello@viaformen.com (Walt Brennan)https://viaformen.com/posts/sunglasses-that-fit/https://viaformen.com/posts/sunglasses-that-fit/A sunglasses size guide built on the three numbers inside the arm: lens width, bridge, and temple length. How to measure your face and check fit in a mirror.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTAccessorieshello@viaformen.com (Theo Lindqvist)https://viaformen.com/posts/dressing-for-heat/https://viaformen.com/posts/dressing-for-heat/What to wear in hot weather as a man: the fabrics that breathe at 90°F, shoes you can wear without socks, and outfits for the office, weekends and evenings.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTField Guideshello@viaformen.com (Sam Whitaker)https://viaformen.com/posts/breaking-in-stiff-shoes/https://viaformen.com/posts/breaking-in-stiff-shoes/How to break in shoes without blisters: a four-week wear schedule, the socks that do half the work, the home tricks to skip, and how to tell stiff from small.Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTFootwearhello@viaformen.com (Marcus Hale)https://viaformen.com/posts/made-to-measure-vs-off-the-rack/https://viaformen.com/posts/made-to-measure-vs-off-the-rack/Made to measure vs off the rack, priced out: what each suit route costs, where the money goes, and the measurements that say when MTM is worth paying for.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTTailoringhello@viaformen.com (Julian Okafor)