By the way, here is a clip from his appearance on What's My Line? If one want see a “timeless” cut…well, most of Fred Astaire wardrobe in 30s,40s and 50s could be in the closet of a bespoke customer of today. I also seem to remember one of the early artist’s impressions created from Fleming’s literary descriptions bore a resemblance to Moore. 89. Well considered and well said (as always) and yes, I agree that “neutral” is a good definition to encompass this discussion! There’s good and bad in every decade, style wise. (00)7 of James Bond’s Suits for Daytime Social Occasions, Roger Moore’s Peak-Lapel Suit on The Dick Cavett Show, 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. You are shifting the goalposts in order to suit your narrative. 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! Casino Royale continues with a similar aesthetic, but with a higher button stance, higher gorge and wide-legged trousers that will more obviously date it to the era. $ 129. Elegance is missing from both of these lightweight suits as well as, from many of the suits currently sold on the market today. Thanks for the another interesting article. The tab collar and tie bar are indeed too fussy, but these are minor quibbles. The vintage Brosnan suit comes with three-button closure, peak lapel, and flap pockets. One can yet see it stretching at his waist, albeit to a lesser degree compared to Skyfall or Spectre. 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. James Bond could be considered as the first ever character that is more famous than anything or any one who has played the character of Bond. AS are known to cut a rather generous sleeve (not my cup of tea). 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. An elegantly tailored suit makes imperfect and elderly bodies appear smooth and look refined. So, I think I am one of those “questioning” the concept of “timeless” as referred to in the first paragraph. I mostly agree but would object though that between neutral and bland, the frontier is quite thin. I’d like to know what you think of Prince Charles’ suit. Bond’s Style Never Overshadows Him. The length is only slightly longer than most of my other shoes, and I sized down in the Tetbury. Brioni made Pierce Brosnan’s suits in The World Is Not Enough to classic proportions recalling this past era, and Die Another Day continues with the same overall style. Almost every Saint episode involves a violent fist fight which is much more realistic and gritty than the embarrassing comedic geriatric martial arts on display in the eighties. Just last week I saw Jill Masterson and Domino’s brother in the same episode. By 2015 the trends had completely reversed. I think its safe to say though, there are some people who could wear a potato sack and make it look great. For this occasion Daniel Craig is dressed in character as James Bond in a black and white Glen Urquhart check suit. Precisely. The overall style from Hayward’s former partner Dimi Major returned, with medium-width lapels and no trouser pleats, but the trouser legs have a more moderate width. Am I right in thinking that the shoulders extend past the natural end of Craig’s? James Bond has two dark navy blue suits of two different weights. Yes. Both dressed very much as believable executives during their respective decades. I am not a fan of that “drape cut” and their soft tailoring style either. My favourite is the early Bond/Sean Connery era from ‘Dr No’ 1962 to ‘You Only Live Twice’ (in Japan) 1967, as I think the suits then (as covered on the website) were just the right classic style. $ 93. The exaggerately skinny fit in Skyfall and Spetre somehow ruin the stuff. It’s a shame Dalton is the only Bond actor not to make it, but they should have actually tailored him in both movies, especially LTK. There is a single vent in the rear of the jacket. The tie clip (also known as a tie bar or tie clasp) is placed at the modern height, which is slightly higher than where it was usually placed during its heyday in the 1960s. According to Fleming himself (who referred to the books a “lark”), the novels were meant as escapism as well – if one wants spy stories or realism, there is always the incomparable Le Carre, and if one wants an “assassin”, yes, Jason Bourne (cinematic version, I can’t speak to the books) sets the standard. I always wondered that about Brosnan and the double breasteds too. I’m a fan of Prince Charles’ suit. 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. The suit in Dr. No only draws attention from its good cut. Keep up the great work! First you said it was orange, now you’re saying it’s too bright of a red. By 2008, full cuts were out but the skinny cuts that would become mainstream a few years later were practically exclusive to the runway. 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. James Bond TM 007 and related James Bond Trademarks © 1962-2020 Danjaq LLC and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.. All Rights Reserved. Matt-you continue to have great insights and a very interesting blog. Bond wears the suit in the Mexico action sequence, underneath the black 'Day of the Dead' festival suit and mask. The Brioni suits from TWINE are definitely nice looking, well-made, and timeless. The most we can hope for with timeless fashions are ones we can look at decades later and think still look good, even if they do look very much of their time. The Tom Ford shirt is white with the tab collar from Skyfall and the “Dr No” cocktail cuffs from Spectre. It makes me think of Fleming’s depiction of the Fabergé expert (Fanning?) Bond wears the suit in the Mexico action sequence, underneath the black 'Day of the Dead' festival suit and mask. Craig wearing suits that fit him is a welcome change and the style and details look classic to me. I feel it would have been so much better had he favored the Tom Ford ‘Regency’ cut as he did in Quantum of Solace. 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. Major has been mentioned frequently on this blog, and one of his suits is even featured in this article! Horrible wrinkling at the back seen while shaking hands. The trousers I wish were higher, so no shirt was exposed beneath the buttoning point. Anyone looking objectively at Hayward’s clothing can see that it’s anything but showy or “flashy”. Whatever the cut and the details, there are certain stylistic principles that go back a few hundreds years (e.g. In the Casino Royale, Bond appears in the Gray linen suits which were designed by Brioni. In today’s age of sportswear people want to “burst out” of a suit to show off their muscles, while back in the 60-90s I’m assuming people used the suit’s cut to make themselves look larger or stronger without having to live in the gym. 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. The flashiest thing I can see is the Winchester shirt with red striped body. Your information will be used in accordance with our. At first, a quite normal outfit… But, looking deeper… A legend, a timeless piece. This is one of the most iconic Bond suits of all time in one of … Learn how your comment data is processed. I don’t see how one era (say of the mid 1980s) is “timeless” but would date Bond if worn in the mid 1970s, but another era is “fashionable” when the same is true of those 1977 suits if worn in 1983. I love the jacket. The film has a fairly unremarkable wardrobe, but that is why it doesn’t look outdated almost two decades later. All fashions come and go, and then they usually return in the future in an evolved form. 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. I suspect that this will not be the only cocktail cuff shirt in the film. The shirt has a placket front. 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. I think it’s why he rarely wears jackets with pocket flaps. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Bond wears both button-two and button-three suits, styles that shared the shop racks and men’s wardrobes for a century until a few years ago when the button-three style fell out of favour. This contrasts with the classic American stripe that is very subtle. Burt Kwouk, George Pastell, Marne Maitland, Julian Glover and so many others from Bond show up in the series as well. 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. As Mr. Spaiser observes, the Tom Ford O’Connor is still too tight on Craig. Dear Matt, What is your opininon on Prince Charles’s suit and tie ? 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!) That said, it was easier to find clothes that fit me in the 2000s…, Sure, I like long lasts myself. 4.1 out of 5 stars 4,337. Would you consider an article looking at how Bond mixes and matches clothing? This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. You can also opt for other dark colors like navy, blue, and black. Recent closeups indicate he’s wearing a new version of an Omega Seamaster on a *shudder* milanese mesh strap. Also, Charles keeps his left hand in his suit coat pocket. The ’00s was a transitional fashion period for menswear. 4.7 out of 5 stars 4. To learn more, you can read about him here: http://www.bondsuits.com/d-major-bespoke-tailors-ohmss-style/, I think Connery has timeless suits in all his films from Dr No to YOLT. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Brosnan in both his last two, TWINE and DAD. About Moore I mean: boldly striped shirts, high and stiff – and sometimes contrasting – collars, vivid colured or striped Regimental ties, high-contrast odd jackets, shiny brass buttons, patterned jackets, a wider and more varied palette of colours, from white to olive to several shades of brown. 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 ? It’s bound to return. But that is simply one man’s opinion. I have to say that Brosnan in DAD are much more timeless then his 1990’s suits, but they weren’t over done for the era. Fortunately the the average bondfan won’t notice. Daniele may be referring to things like the contrast collars, although that style is a facsimile of the traditional City of London uniform of a tunic shirt with a starched white collar. The lapels are a medium width and the trousers no longer have pleats. 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. I always laugh when I hear the 70’s dismissed as “the decade style forgot”. But I have to admit this looks pretty damn good. The sad thing is that we’ve been trained to think people are “out of shape” just because they aren’t unrealistically shredded or huge, which most people can’t attain even if they exercise an hour a day, six times a week. 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. I always interpreted that as Connery’s and Brosnan’s Bonds being the ones who took their cover story of being a sucessful account man at Universal Exports most seriously. Pink shirts, and pink striped shirts, worn with red ties are still tasteful. Sean Connery was one of those unique people. I believed it then, I believe it now. Regardless of our own individual opinions on what a secret agent should or should not wear. Men's Peak Lapel Wool Blend Dark Navy Two Button Spectre 3 Piece James Bond Outfit. Do you have any observations as to why the O’Connor cut was chosen above the Atticus? The biggest clothing highlight of Dalton was the dinner suit with a Q Branch-approved velcro throat latch! Great blog Matt. Why ruin it with a tie clip is a mystery to me…. 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. 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. $84.99 $ 84. Not dandy whatsoever. Yes, they go slightly past the end of his shoulders, which is necessary because his arms are large. What is your opinon on the crease he has on his sleeves to match the trousers ? Is it due to canvassing ? 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. Crockett & Jones have some elongated lasts that makes the shoes look bigger. The closest he comes are some reds, and a red tie is a classic wardrobe staple. The trousers are pleated and taper to a trim hem, but they aren’t overly narrow. Styles have always changed throughout history, in men’s fashions from decade to decade and in women’s fashions from season to season, so nothing is ever entirely timeless. To me, that’s not elegance, apart from the fact that it’s not realistic and not faithful to literary Bond. That makes their suits, especially those in ligthweight cloth, always look a bit rumpled (the picture of their staff all wearing AS suits illustrates that). On the contrary, Moore is too dandy (and sometimes can look even ridiculous), Dalton too flat and unrefined, Brosnan too conventional and unimaginative, though very dapper. Wrong on many levels and NO DECADE has a monopoly on this, Agreed with David. Suits made by Savile Row firms like Dege or Huntsman have a “cleaner” and – IMO – more elegant look. Bond, even Ian Fleming’s Bond, while a man of patriotism (about his only “traditional” value), is also a man of the moment, which is why his appeal has endured for 60 years. 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. It’s pretty clear that Craig is calling the shots regarding how Bond should dress. © Cocktail Cuffs LLC, 2010-2020. 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 suit is a navy three piece with a widely spaced, subtle pinstripe. We have our first look at Daniel Craig’s tailored style from the still-untitled Bond 25, and there are few surprises. The Prince of Wales himself wore a blue pinstripe suit for the occasion. James Bond TM 007 and related James Bond Trademarks © 1962-2020 Danjaq LLC and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.. All Rights Reserved. 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. He is not elegant at all. Not only does this add realism to the films it also shows the versatility of the garments and how wardrobe minimalism can actually prove beneficial. 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. In 1969 the narrow proportions of the decade were no longer cutting edge, and the newly fashionable airplane-wing lapels and bell-bottom trousers were for the young counterculture—George Lazenby’s generation—and not yet a part of mainstream fashion. These are the suits Bond wears 90% of the time, forming the foundation of his wardrobe. From shop ChloeSimoneGoods. Only in the 1970s, when very wide lapels and flared trousers were in fashion, would the Dr. No cut have looked outdated, at least to those who preferred the contemporary fashions. Fashions ebb and flow between trimmer and fuller cuts and fits, and larger proportions and smaller proportions. Neither Larlarb nor the film’s stylish director Cary Joji Fukunaga have put their stamp on this outfit. I probably would have swapped FYEO with Octopussy, but they are pretty similar, but with more browns in the earlier film. Charles has always had the habit of keeping his hand in his jacket pocket. The same is true for you, the clothes shouldn’t be wearing … Matt,i hate awfully the 70s. He should have left after QOS. The breast pocket is Tom Ford’s usual curved ‘barchetta’ shape, and the hip pockets are gently slanted with flaps. He does not seem a serous businessman, nor even a spy, because he is too standing out in the crowd, too noticeable. Green Suit (Skyfall) At first glance, you may not see the green color imbued in the … 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. I wish the lapels were a more traditional width, but overall I think he looks good. He never should have been Bond. I think that's the suit from the dinner with Goodnight scene. The grey suit isn’t a pinstripe as well, it’s just a simple solid flannel. By the way, here is a clip from his appearance on What's My Line? white shirts, silk decorative neckwear, certain patterns and color combinations, dark leather shoes, etc). The cut is less exaggeratedly 1960s. Much better than the last two films. I never cease to be amazed at how the production of OHMSS seems to have taken place at the in the perfect Goldilocks Zone of men’s tailoring, at least for my tastes. The only clear mark of the 1980s is the low button stance on the jackets, which was fashionable at the time. Written by Matt Spaiser: http://bit.ly/2IkboBb More great articles at Suits of James Bond James Bond is known for his suits and his gadgets. It’s a classic British pinstripe. Despite this film being over a decade old now, the fashions hold up exceptionally well. With traditional British features such as dual flapped pockets, lapelled waistcoat, and inverse pleated pants, this eye-catching suit will follow you through all your secret missions. Daniel Craig’s Tom Ford suits in Quantum of Solace have a trimmer cut, but they’re not too tight. Men's James Bond 007 Spectre Daniel Craig Slim-fit Style Black Suede Leather Jacket with a Complimentary T-Shirt. James Bond. Name as you like it, but it is not burgundy nor a “classical” red, it shouts: “Hey, look at me! 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. I think it worth considering how different this discussion would be had Roger Moore been cast in 1962. No, from the moment when Bond first appears on screen to when Bond announces that his suits came from... Suits in Limited Colours and a Variety of Materials. Now this is what I’ve been looking forward to seeing. But i must admit that many of the suits that Roger More dressed in “The man with the golden gun” are rather classic and timeless. Thanks for the another interesting article. One could argue that the cut reflects the ideal physique of the era, rather than how the suit itself would flatter them. I hope this to be true and look forward to seeing more. I have never heard of “Hayward’s former partner Dimi Major”. – just an enthusiastic amateur!) The lapels are moderately narrow, just like in Spectre. Bond 25 has a new costume designer, an American named Suttirat Anne Larlarb. Agreed: a huge improvement. But I think that’s just a matter of personal preference. They are very subtle here, and subtle on all the suits in the film. I think the Atticus is too bold in a suit for Bond, but maybe it will feature as a dinner jacket. 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. The suit’s fit is not perfect, but it is a tremendous improvement over the suits in Skyfall and Spectre. I’m astound about the proportions,and the cut of Astaire’s suits. It is a rather fussy detail for Bond, but it goes along with the mid-century American look of the tab collar. Though I think the tab collar is too fussy for Bond, the cocktail cuffs’ return is welcome. I’m not crazy about the sleeve crease, and I think it’s just a poor press job. They certainly were. The 1930s and 1940s is often held as the gold standard of modern tailored menswear and considered to be the most timeless because of the balanced proportions. Yes, this suit is still a bit too tight. Most people here would agree that Brosnan’s TWINE suits are beautiful and timeless yet I remember others were pointing the fact these suits just looked bland and unremarkable/uninteresting. For exemple the chalk stripe double breasted,the cream dinner jacket,the royal blue mohair two buttons suit, the checked sport jacket. I think the brighter blue colour is flattering and helps him look less stodgy than a navy blue would. Prehaps by the time Bond 26 is filmed pleats will have again become fashionable and Bond will again be wearing them. Bond Suits is an unofficial information resource and is not linked to the official James Bond production companies. 3 Is one of our favorites, as it provides a rare glimpse of Craig’s Bond in a three piece, and we have a soft spot for waistcoats. Christian, interesting points. The same can be said of men’s suits. (You need a very specialized diet, a personal trainer, AND to cut water for a while.). Bond Suits is an unofficial information resource and is not linked to the official James Bond production companies. 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. Bold doesn’t fit the concept of a mature Bond in my opinion. Bodybuilding and the act of dehydrating for that super-defined, unrealistic-for-pretty-much-everyone, sinewy look prior to competition was more of a niche thing prior to 40 years ago or so, with the exception of things like those Italian-produced Hercules movies. For the first time since Goldfinger we see Bond wearing a tie clip. I find it especially interesting how differently men and women dressed at the time of Die Another Day. in the ‘Property of a Lady’ Thanks again, Matt. Coming to Moore, even his ’80s movies have some dandy touches: for instance, the silk satin orange tie with the grey pinstripe suit… It tells: look at me, I am daring and sophisticated! Hugo Drax even tells him “Your reputation precedes you” or something to that effect! 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. See more ideas about james bond, daniel craig, suits. A great list Matt. James Bond TM 007 and related James Bond Trademarks © 1962-2020 Danjaq LLC and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.. Both classics, but the result is very different. 98. Craig is just a well dressed man. Daniel Craig is now on his fifth Bond films, and it is not the time to reinvent his style again. 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! Brosnan’s not, he is well dressed, but in an anonymous way. A double breasted winter coat would give him better access to the interior of his suit while buttoned than a single breasted would as well, so that’s a thin excuse too if the weather is cold enough to require a greatcoat.. How is Moore’s clothing too flashy or daring in those movies? The fit of the jacket from these photos is difficult to judge because Craig is always posing with his hands behind his back. Octopussy takes place during the next fashion transition period, when the 1970s’ wide lapels and flared trousers were completely out of fashion, and the full-cut, linebacker-shouldered, low-gorge (where the collar meets the lapels) power suit with pleated trousers that was on the rise had not fully taken hold. Each fashion house creates its own “lifestyle”, its own “look”. But I personally prefer the term “neutral.” And Bond has never whole heartedly embraced the fashions of the time (Skyfall, I would argue, excepted) – again, Roger Moore as Bond was dressed in a relatively subdued manner for the late 1970s, just as even Dalton’s 1989 suits avoided the worst excesses of the period (perhaps to their detriment, given them a cheap, half-finished look) and Connery avoided the MOD look of the mid 1960s. James Bond Grey Suit. 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. George Clooney’s suits as Bruce Wayne in Batman and Robin have huge shoulders and a full cut, makes Brosnan’s look tame. Thanks Matt. But there are clearly many improvements in the fit since Spectre. Bond Suits is an unofficial information resource and is not linked to the official James Bond production companies. Moore’s tailored outfits in the 80s draw very little attention. Narrow trousers make the shoes look longer as well. Only 7 left in stock - order soon. Bond wears the navy tie, white cotton shirt matching his handkerchief, … And I am not referring to the gorilla . FREE Shipping by Amazon. 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. Small Details Are Not Small. Besides the tie in AVTAK is some shade of red, it’s definitely not a bright orange. We can’t imagine JB wearing a black shirt with a bright red tie, for ex. I just had a look at all of them here and can’t find what you mean. Staples such as the grey t shirt and navy polo with navy and chinos, jackets and footwear. 99. The cut is well-balanced; the jacket is full by today’s standards but by no means is it baggy. I think that's the suit from the dinner with Goodnight scene. And we see that despite the changes in fashion, James Bond has always been faithful to certain fundamental traditions. Is such a cut acceptable? 4.5 out of 5 stars 633. Evidence that money can’t buy taste. ... COOFANDY Men's Shiny Sequins Suit Jacket Blazer One Button Tuxedo for Party,Wedding,Banquet,Prom. Webster’s defines “timeless” as “not restricted to a particular time or date.” While the suits of say, Octopussy are some of my favorites of the series, they would not look appropriate for 1977 – they would appear out of the current time of 1977, making Bond also look out of the current time. 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