One is a tropical lightweight worsted wool serge, the other is slightly heavier and is likely alpaca or an alpaca blend. Bond Suits is an unofficial information resource and is not linked to the official James Bond production companies. Two buttons is now by far the predominant style today, but someone still appreciates the elegant style featured here. However he is the peoples Bond. The jacket’s shoulders are lightly structured and have roped sleeve heads. Yes, this suit is still a bit too tight. I am left to assume that your closet must be the sartorial equivalent of the Library at Alexandria and every time you step out there is not a wrinkle to be had! His style is admired, copied, and adored by men around the world. As these suits are made for him, the model is not the problem, only the fit. Flat caps are seriously versatile: they suit men of all ages and can be worn by guys from all different style tribes (just take a look at the cast of Peaky Blinders for proof of this). Is it called the regent with a turnback cuff? A high-contrast check like this is rather sporty for the office, but we do not yet know the context of Bond’s visit. If Larlarb had any choice in the matter of Bond’s tailored clothing (this outfit may have all been Craig’s doing), she made the responsible choice not to give Craig yet another new look. https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/prince-charles-prince-of-wales-meets-technicians-as-he-news-photo/1151042207?et=DXR1QYoKQn9ylGXPQVfRtA&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bondsuits.com%2Fa-first-look-at-the-bond-25-suit-style%2F&uiloc=thumbnail_more_from_this_event_adp&uiloc=thumbnail_more_from_this_event_adp, https://www.anderson-sheppard.co.uk/bespoke/, Turnbull & Asser Launches an Extended and Revised James Bond Collection, The Goldfinger Suit: A Three-Piece Glen Check, Executive Style – James Bond style: how to dress like 007, The Sydney Morning Herald: Fashion doesn't flinch, DRESSED TO KILL: James Bond – The Suited Hero, Q The Music Show — James Bond Tribute Band. But ‘there are long lasts and long lasts’, to mimic Vesper’s quote about dinner jackets. The films are a masterclass of how to do it properly. Includes discussion of 007 films, novels, product tie-ins, and the people behind the scenes from Ian Fleming to William Boyd and from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig. I wore Highburys myself today, very comfortable they are too – a winning combination. The trousers look slightly too long (which could be the result of sagging) and the jacket’s hips sometimes look too tight. I have not been a fan of the Craig films and have ordinarily despised the look/fit of his suits. James Bond TM 007 and related James Bond Trademarks © 1962-2020 Danjaq LLC and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.. All Rights Reserved. Great post very Informative, also checkout S J Lee's White Tiger Martial, Having read this I thought it was really enlightening. When I wrote my article on James Bond and the tie clip at the beginning of this year, I did not expect it to appear in Bond 25 despite its current resurgence in popularity. Though I think the tab collar is too fussy for Bond, the cocktail cuffs’ return is welcome. James Bond style is most synonymous with tailoring, or more specifically, business formal attire. It is to me very British with (presumably) a vivid Turnbull & Asser tie, a nice pocket square and buttonhole, bengal stripe shirt with French cuffs (just to show how to match stripes between suit and shirt!) A mysterious and dangerous man with the style and fashion sense to put any other man to shame. Daniel Craig is now on his fifth Bond films, and it is not the time to reinvent his style again. One time when I wore the Tetbury someone was commented at how large my shoes looked. Bond’s style – save for the tab collar (not a fan) and the tie clip () are a welcome contrast of sobriety with the Prince’s too crowded style : double-stripes, too colourful and bold tie pattern, not matching the rest, and if that were not enough, a very bold handkerchief (colour, pattern and folding style) and a flower… One has to know / learn to draw a line, I gather. I appreciate you taking the time and effort to put this article together. I bought a light grey Saxony Prince of Wales suit from Richard James’ AW 2018 collection that looks almost identical to what Daniel Craig was wearing. As Mr. Spaiser observes, the Tom Ford O’Connor is still too tight on Craig. When dressing himself off-screen, he follows the golden rules of how any stylish man should dress in his forties. As for Charles, I like the suit, its colour, fabric and cut. Oh, and David Beckham is also a super fan, so you know it's a good idea to grab one. This possibly signifies that Daniel Craig made many of the tailored wardrobe choices for his previous two Bond films since he is still dressing the same without Temime. An elegantly tailored suit makes imperfect and elderly bodies appear smooth and look refined. Why ruin it with a tie clip is a mystery to me…. Rather interesting to see Daniel Craig’s Glen Urquhart-patterned suit, ‘fashionably’ tight, contrasted with Prince Charles’ full-cut A&S bespoke pinstripe. If you have any questions about Bond’s clothing feel free to contact Matt. The James Bond character is one of the most iconic male cinema characters in the last 100 years. It still has the ‘triangle of shame’, a.k.a the one that leaves shirt+tie visible above the waist line. Evidence that money can’t buy taste. What is your opinon on the crease he has on his sleeves to match the trousers ? There’s good and bad in every decade, style wise. It looks like that this outfit may be featured in a scene at M’s office, and after Skyfall and GoldenEye this is only the third time that Bond wears a checked suit to the office. It’s pretty clear that Craig is calling the shots regarding how Bond should dress. Read more about Bond … Matt Spaiser is a graphic designer located in New York. I think it’s why he rarely wears jackets with pocket flaps. After years of research, he founded Bond Suits in 2010, creating the ultimate resource for James Bond style and the first catalogue of all of 007’s outfits. It looks just about the same in natural light as it does on scree ... Matt, does the TND "diamond" tie look too gold to you? Is it due to canvassing ? It is a rather fussy detail for Bond, but it goes along with the mid-century American look of the tab collar. Learn how your comment data is processed. Keep in Touch. The fit of the jacket from these photos is difficult to judge because Craig is always posing with his hands behind his back. Judi Dench: 'Daniel Craig is a James Bond for today', Daniel Craig's best Bond movie isn't Skyfall, Naomie Harris: 'Massive, massive surprises' in No Time To Die, Brunello Cucinelli shearling jacket, £5,990. Even a perfect body like Craig’s should appear smooth and without buldges and wrinkles in a well made suit. Pleats would be nice too, since they add shape and cause the trousers to flare out from the waistband, which I think matches nicely with the flare in the skirt, but that is probably too much to ask for in 2019. One can yet see it stretching at his waist, albeit to a lesser degree compared to Skyfall or Spectre. You have entered an incorrect email address! Bulging above the belt on the right side. We have our first look at Daniel Craig’s tailored style from the still-untitled Bond 25, and there are few surprises. As you so aptly mention, the fit of the suit is visibly improved, such as in terms of its length and the width of the shoulders. The navy repp tie from Spectre has also returned, and it appears to be the same 7.5 cm width. Prehaps by the time Bond 26 is filmed pleats will have again become fashionable and Bond will again be wearing them. I’m a fan of Prince Charles’ suit. The length is only slightly longer than most of my other shoes, and I sized down in the Tetbury. The suit’s fit is not perfect, but it is a tremendous improvement over the suits in Skyfall and Spectre. The trousers have a mid rise, flat front, slide-buckle side adjusters, narrow straight legs and turn-ups. Moore gets a lot of criticism online for his flared 1970s trousers, but as far as fashion fads go, I personally think flared trousers were a lot nicer than the ‘triangle of shame’ (as you put it) that is currently fashionable. I feel it would have been so much better had he favored the Tom Ford ‘Regency’ cut as he did in Quantum of Solace. I wish the lapels were a more traditional width, but overall I think he looks good. Why Tenet’s clothes are sketchy as its plot. This contrasts with the classic American stripe that is very subtle. James Bond has two dark navy blue suits of two different weights. When away from official duties, there's one item that defines Daniel Craig's wardrobe: the flat cap, a mainstay whether he's off-duty in London or travelling. These shoes have a long last. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Matt Spaiser and Bond Suits with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. However, in an unusual on-screen/off-screen parallel you'll find what he wears out of character is just as credit-worthy. He is not elegant at all. He is not at that level. Wrong on many levels and NO DECADE has a monopoly on this, Agreed with David. Hi Matt. Although, Craig’s suit is clearly tailored well. Horrible wrinkling at the back seen while shaking hands. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. I am not a fan of that “drape cut” and their soft tailoring style either. This Blog is dedicated to discussions surrounding the character and culture associated with James Bond. Do you think Daniel Craig will sport more cocktail cuff shirts in Bond 25? There is a single vent in the rear of the jacket. Simple theme. Creased below the right pocket and on the right arm. But so what, it was still worthwhile!bjj gi weight, Anyone who is familiar with the novels or films featuring the, Copyright 2013 World of Bond. The Fighting Style of James Bond Anyone who is familiar with the novels or films featuring the James Bond character knows that although 007 is an unmatched sharpshooter with his Beretta and later, his famed Walter PPK, he is also very capable of defending himself in an unarmed, hand to hand situation. Considering what he wore in the Oscars, I thought Bond 25 would stick to the Atticus cut with wide lapels, also taking the more “mature Bond” concept into account. The black Crockett & Jones Highbury three-eyelet derby shoes from Skyfall return. © Cocktail Cuffs LLC, 2010-2020. The lapels are moderately narrow, just like in Spectre. Neither Larlarb nor the film’s stylish director Cary Joji Fukunaga have put their stamp on this outfit. Recent closeups indicate he’s wearing a new version of an Omega Seamaster on a *shudder* milanese mesh strap. James Bond is one of the world’s most famous fictional characters. Great readLloyd Irvin BJJ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Thanks for sharing. The James Bond character is one of the most iconic male cinema characters in the last 100 years. They certainly were. Yes, they go slightly past the end of his shoulders, which is necessary because his arms are large. But that is simply one man’s opinion. He never should have been Bond. I’d like to know what you think of Prince Charles’ suit. This is a silver tie clip, and he wears it at the same height as his pocket square. Thanks, Matt, Even I have to agree on the jacket’s cut improvement. Tom Ford calls this pattern a “Prince of Wales” check, which is a popular name for this type of check whether or not is has an overcheck. Not only can you wear them all year round, getting a pair will also allow you to keep your best black monk straps aside for more formal events. Like you, I’m not a fan of the tab collar or the tie clip, but if that’s it, I think we have a winner here. Bond 25 has a new costume designer, an American named Suttirat Anne Larlarb. Larlarb is a frequent collaborator of Bond 25’s original director Danny Boyle and was hired for Bond 25 when he still was to helm the film, and she stayed on with the production after Boyle’s departure. Prince William is also a noted lefty. It’s quite a flattering look, and it’s one that works with his body and doesn’t downplay his muscle like the narrower shoulders did. Matt Spaiser is a graphic designer located in New York. James Bond has always been the reference standard for masculinity, charm and style. – just an enthusiastic amateur!) The suit is made of a black and white Glen Urquhart check reminiscent of Sean Connery’s first checked suit in From Russia with Love. Aristocracy and royalty should not synonymous with grey, monolithic, conformist, joyless boredom, but to me all this is too much flamboyance. Is such a cut acceptable? The suit has black buttons to match the black in the Glen Urquhart check. Film. After years of research, he founded Bond Suits in 2010, creating the ultimate resource for James Bond style and the first catalogue of all of 007’s outfits. The shoulders look wide enough, the jacket length covers his buttocks, the sleeves can drape cleanly and comfortably and the trousers are not clinging to his legs. He’s got a particular predilection for really great jackets, from his blue biker-inspired Harrington to a hooded Canada Goose. It is well enough cut in that it allows enough material not being displaced by his ‘signature’ left-hand-in-the-pocket. Yes. Maybe the costume designer or Craig himself has been taking notes from your blog, Mr Spaiser! And I am not referring to the gorilla . Charles’ suit is undoubtedly bespoke A&S, and Craig’s Tom Ford, say what you will about it being an American fashion brand, may be even higher quality in terms of construction! After years of research, he founded Bond Suits in 2010, creating the ultimate resource for James Bond style and the first catalogue of all of 007’s outfits. The key to getting it right is to keep everything south of the hat up to date if you want to avoid looking like a 1920s paperboy. I believed it then, I believe it now. Here you can see the pros and cons of Prince Charles suit: https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/prince-charles-prince-of-wales-meets-technicians-as-he-news-photo/1151042207?et=DXR1QYoKQn9ylGXPQVfRtA&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bondsuits.com%2Fa-first-look-at-the-bond-25-suit-style%2F&uiloc=thumbnail_more_from_this_event_adp&uiloc=thumbnail_more_from_this_event_adp. Now this is what I’ve been looking forward to seeing. He should have left after QOS. With regard to HRH’s habit of keeping his left hand in his jacket pocket, it’s long been rumored that he, like his grandfather George VI, is naturally left-handed but was taught to use his right hand, so he may have developed this habit as a way of reminding himself which hand to use. A mysterious and dangerous man with the style and fashion sense to put any other man to shame. I tend to agree that lightweight fabrics do not wear as well as heavier ones, but your criticism is pretty harsh considering we’re not talking about off-the-peg suits from a high street brand. Though Charles’ suit is classically proportioned, next to Craig’s suit he could look positively baggy to the untrained eye (not that I’m ‘trained’ at all! Charles is basically 99.99% flawless; though I concede it’s a matter of taste if the creases resulting from a full-cut are aesthetically optimal. For this occasion Daniel Craig is dressed in character as James Bond in a black and white Glen Urquhart check suit. From block colours to flat caps, take a look at the easy-to-copy ways you can dress like the sharpest 007 to date. Bond wouldn't be Bond if he wore Army fatigues in every movie. Well, to each his own…! I think the Atticus is too bold in a suit for Bond, but maybe it will feature as a dinner jacket. in the ‘Property of a Lady’ Thanks again, Matt. and Union Jack cufflinks (quite appropriate). The old shirt is now 'REGENT COLLAR AND 2-BUTTON COCKTAIL CUFFS'. SPECTRE improved the fit of Craig’s suits over Skyfall and it seems as if Bond 25 is moving yet another step in the right direction. , Who Is Your Style Inspiration? something is still ‘rotten in the kingdom of designers’, which makes me long for the cut of Moore’s trousers in the Persuaders, for instance. The shirt has a placket front. Here it competes with the pocket square, a problem that could be solved be wearing the tie bar slightly lower. At the beginning of Quantum of Solace, there is a close up of Craig’s shoes, and it is there that I saw the disproportionate aspect of them. Yes, it looks like a Windsor knot to me and it’s a bit bulky for the tab collar. Crockett & Jones have some elongated lasts that makes the shoes look bigger. GQ Recommends. Though Jany Temime, the costumer designer from the previous two Bond films, did not return for Bond 25, many of the styles that she established for Bond are still present. From the recent pictures, from Sunday’s shooting, it looks a lot like a double Windsor knot, what is your educated guess on this matter? Daniel Craig may be best known for a run of stellar Bond films – from 2006's Casino Royale to this year's No Time To Die – but that’s not to say he’s a one-trick pony. The suit seems very light in construction ? I always have to laugh at takes like this. For the first time since Goldfinger we see Bond wearing a tie clip. The cuffs have four buttons with only three fastened, and the last buttonhole is longer than the others. Tom Ford, the suit brand from all of Daniel Craig’s Bond films except Casino Royale, has returned for Bond 25 and many styles from Skyfall and Spectre return for this film. The lighter suit surprises me. I’m not crazy about the sleeve crease, and I think it’s just a poor press job. I suspect that this will not be the only cocktail cuff shirt in the film. I used to own a 1920s full dress coat which had them and have seen a few other vintage jackets with them as well. It’s a classic British pinstripe. By Teo van den Broeke 9 September 2020. Elegance is missing from both of these lightweight suits as well as, from many of the suits currently sold on the market today. 2. Whether you go for the same hue up top and down below, or mix and match your denim as Craig has done, we can't recommend the Canadian tuxedo enough. That said, it was easier to find clothes that fit me in the 2000s…, Sure, I like long lasts myself. The trousers I wish were higher, so no shirt was exposed beneath the buttoning point. He could still wear the Regency made to the same size as this suit. Don't get me wrong here — James Bond's wardrobe must be costing the British government more than some departments of their civil service. Interesting. Prince Charles paid a visit to the Bond 25 sets at Pinewood Studios on the 20th of June, and the press came with him to take many photos of the occasion. James Bond only wore a tie clip once before: with his brown barleycorn tweed hacking jacket in Goldfinger. For me, I think the blue is too bright and the stripes too loud. Even though there are entire blogs and channels dedicated to the style of James Bond, it’s not that easy to copy his look because on the one hand, you need a lot of dough, and on the other hand, you may not look like James Bond. See https://www.anderson-sheppard.co.uk/bespoke/. Suits made by Savile Row firms like Dege or Huntsman have a “cleaner” and – IMO – more elegant look. It seems His Royal Highness is moving away from double breasted suits to single 3-button suits but still with jetted pockets where he often puts his left hand. Almost every single tailored jacket I can find him wearing has those sleeve creases, all the way back to the 1970s. Charles looks less than elegant, in his poorly fitted, wrinkley and creased jacket. I like the new direction. Do you have any observations as to why the O’Connor cut was chosen above the Atticus? When he’s not suited up on the red carpet, Craig sticks to a uniform of jeans and casual snappy outerwear. Also: why is Craig wearing shoes that always look too long, and whose (over)size is emphasised (no pun intended) by the mostly too narrow trousers ? I got the new shirt and neckties today. The breast pocket is Tom Ford’s usual curved ‘barchetta’ shape, and the hip pockets are gently slanted with flaps. While Craig will always be synonymous with James Bond, he's also starred in The Girl With A Dragon Tattoo, Cowboys & Aliens and The Adventures Of Tintin. Fashion James Bond Daniel Craig Celebrity style Style Advice. If this is a sign of things to come then we’ll be in for a number of pleasing articles as production progresses and the film is released! These are the suits Bond wears 90% of the time, forming the foundation of his wardrobe. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Want to copy his style? It really depends on the lighting. I have never seen that before. Matt Spaiser is a graphic designer located in New York. The tab collar and tie bar are indeed too fussy, but these are minor quibbles. fashion. This consistency in the tailored style is a welcome change for Craig’s Bond, who wore three different tailoring styles designed by three different costume designers throughout his first three Bond films. But there are clearly many improvements in the fit since Spectre. At, Eleven face masks for glasses wearers to avoid the fog. Keep In Touch * After years of research, he founded Bond Suits in 2010, creating the ultimate resource for James Bond style and the first catalogue of all of 007’s outfits. Fortunately the the average bondfan won’t notice. Dear Matt, What is your opininon on Prince Charles’s suit and tie ? I think the brighter blue colour is flattering and helps him look less stodgy than a navy blue would. The Prince of Wales himself wore a blue pinstripe suit for the occasion. Now, all is a question of proportions. I love the jacket. The Suits of James Bond. At, Bottega Veneta monk strap shoes, £775. Function and Style Can Coexist. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Double denim is tricky to pull off without looking like you've come straight from the rodeo. I don’t care for that look either, but it is one that Prince Charles seems to have always preferred. Also, Charles keeps his left hand in his suit coat pocket. They still have the old Dr. No shirt, but it's no longer called "Dr. No". Below you can find a selection of clothing items that were worn by James Bond in the movies.If you have any questions or suggestions, don't hesitate to contact me here.Click here for clothes seen in SPECTRE.Click here for clothes seen in NO TIME TO DIE. They’re referred to as a “military creases” on Keikari, but I can’t find any modern uniforms that crease their jacket sleeves and it’s doubtful any of the Prince’s tailors did this by default. Well, this is much more like it! Narrow trousers make the shoes look longer as well. Despite black shoes having become unfashionable in the last few years, it is a relief to see that Bond is still wearing them in a London business setting, where brown shoes will not do, especially not for a traditional military man like Bond. The Tom Ford shirt is white with the tab collar from Skyfall and the “Dr No” cocktail cuffs from Spectre. This one look like it is the same shade as the tie from Q’s lab in Spectre. It makes me think of Fleming’s depiction of the Fabergé expert (Fanning?) Charles has always had the habit of keeping his hand in his jacket pocket. I wonder how this website would be if Benz and Bond had the same tailor… Now that is a reason to die…. Daniel Craig demonstrates that brown should be your colour of choice. | 59 Sharp Dressed Men To Emulate, Winged Collar Dress Shirt | A Man’s Guide To The Black Tie Dress Shirt, How To Make Interesting Small Talk (Even If You’re An Introvert), Resilience In Crisis: How To Bounce Back (Stress Management). Agreed: a huge improvement. Craig is just a well dressed man. If you're going to copy Craig, do as he's done and make sure that the jacket sits on the hips and that the sleeves don’t hang down further than the base of the wrist. The tie bar or the tabbed collar are fine on their own own, but put together they look a bit messy, and too fussy for Bond – especially with the Windsor knot. AS are known to cut a rather generous sleeve (not my cup of tea). The key to his style success? James Bond has always been the reference standard for masculinity, charm and style. However, once you nail it you'll see why the likes of Versace, Dsquared2, Celine, Loewe and even the Manchester City football team are all for it. If you have any questions about Bond’s clothing feel free to contact Matt. It’s only a little tight and short, and the hourglass shape is beautiful. Your information will be used in accordance with our. I hope this to be true and look forward to seeing more. But this suit does not appear to be bursting at the seams, and the suit does not look inappropriate on a more mature Bond. That is, he frequently dons a full suit with a simple colour palette and conservative details. Craig’s suit is the same as his Tom Ford O’Connor suits from Spectre with a button two, show one jacket fastening, also called a “three-roll-two” because it has three buttons but the lapel rolls to the second button like on a button two suit. One that stands out to us is the chocolatey leather jacket he threw on for the promotional tour of Knives Out.