Through the ages Pocket Squares have gone through many a change and purpose, from flaunting your social class to wiping your nose. They started life in China during the Chou dynasty although nothing was known of the pocket square until Richard II stopped people blowing their noses on their sleeve. In this day and age the pocket square has less practical and is now a significant style item seen on the runway and high street

When it comes to selecting your square for your business suit consider the matter of sensitivity, some people hold that it must be white, though blue and pastel colours are considered fine. Your square should not match your tie but contrast with it; it should complement the colour of the shirt. If you’re brave enough, attempt a pattern clash.

The next challenge is deciding which fold looks the best with your suit. We have highlighted our three favourite folds.

Charcoal dinner suit
Whitedress shirt
Greyskinny tie
Whitepocket square with black edge

We know spring should be on its way but we are definitely still feeling the chill at Moss Bros head office.  Keep warm but look cool whichever way you tie your scarf.

2013 proves to be a huge year for Moss Bros online, as you’ve probably noticed we’ve changed the look of our site already! The new design of the site will allow you to navigate through our collections much easier and will improve your journey from start to finish whole heartedly. Our new category landing pages allow you to see our fantastic offers at a glance, as well as the fit and style of the garments, making it easier for you to choose your perfect item! A new zoom tool has been introduced allowing you to see each garment even closer than before, it will feel like you’re actually picking up the product and being able to see the fabric and each and every detail. If there is anything you notice that seems out of place then please contact us, we love to hear feedback from customers, after all its you using the site, not us!

 
From Peckham to Bosnia! We now ship internationally and you can even browse our site in Euro’s, American Dollars, Australian Dollars & British Pounds, we offer an unbeatable price internationally. We still offer Free UK returns and we have introduced a new Free Click andCollect Service to 114 stores nationwide!
 

Well what other changes can we expect to see your probably asking. Well, we will soon be introducing video to our products, allowing you to see what the garment looks like on the catwalk, new ‘How To’ video guides will be made available, these will give you hints and tips on some of the unwritten rules of style. On a bigger note we will be introducing later this year a fully transactional hire site, it will be truly one of a kind, you’ll be able to start you booking in store and finish it online, making it easier for wedding parties spread across the country!

Happy New Year! 2013 is finally here!

Make your resolution to treat your self to a new suit! Now is the time to do it! Your old suits from last year will not be looking up to scratch, shiny elbows and knees, maybe slightly tight from over indulging over Christmas and New Year (we all do it, its the only time to eat your body weight in mince pies and turkey).

You’d be silly not to but your new suit now in our up to 70% off sale.

Here is our guide to buying the right suit for you this New Year!

With any new job comes the interview but you want a suit that you can wear when you get the job, well for this you’ll need a Blazer suit, prices start at £99 so you wont break the bank. Our Blazer suits are stylish & durable, they’ve been designed with technical innovation that includes crease recovery, water repellence and breathable lining that wicks away sweat. Designed for days in the office & for rushing back and forth from meetings on the tube.

If your a purveyor of luxurious and fine quality then look no further than our great savings on luxury Italian designer suits.

We are offering a saving of up to £300 on our Zegna suits, they are 100% wool and come in a classic fit. Reccomended retail price of our mens Zegna suits are £699 but we are offering them to you for £399.

We are also offering a saving of up to £150 on our luxury Cerruti tailored fit suits, made from 100% italian wool and exclusive to Moss.

With our rich history within occasional menswear, the Moss Bros SS13 range has given a nod to our heritage, whilst providing quiet flamboyance and a sophisticated flare.

 
Blazer

Being picked as a ‘Best Man’ is a huge compliment- you have been selected by your friend as the best man for the job, to be his side kick- his number 2 during the run up to the biggest day of his life- No pressure then?

With the role comes a number of responsibilities, but we feel delivering a first class stag party is definitely a priority.

Here are Stag Weekend experts- The Stag Company’s guide to organising a first class stag do:

Be Organised

When planning a stag do it is essential to be really organised. Give yourself plenty of time to arrange it, if planning a weekend abroad remember that the earlier you book flights the better the discount you will receive. The more organised you are the better, it will save you a lot of stress if you contact a stag weekend organiser, they can advise you on where and what to do and also guarantee that your group will get into the bars and clubs, it is quite common for all male groups to be turned away.
Communication is Key

It is vital to communicate. Initially when you are asked to be best man, remember to ask a few important questions: what sort of stag do would he like, who would he like to invite, when he wants to do it? Once you have got all of the details that you need you can then start the planning. Throughout the planning it is essential to communicate with everyone, keeping everyone updated avoids conflict and problems occurring.

Set a budget

Once you have discussed the stag do with your friend, decide on an action plan- starting with a realistic budget, will the stag do be in the UK or abroad? If its a stag do abroad it will be slightly more expensive due to flights but dependent on where you go it could be cheaper to go out.

Get a guest list

The next stage is to get the guest list sorted, make sure you have everyone’s contact details so that you can get in touch and find out definite numbers.

Pick a Date

Pick a date for the stag do, I would suggest picking one that isn’t too close to the wedding. The average stag weekend usually takes place about 1 month to 3 weeks before the big day- this enables the groom to be free for any last minute wedding tasks.

Pick a Venue or Destination

There is a huge choice of places to go to in the UK and abroad. Pick a place that isn’t too hard to get to, if you decide to do it abroad, it is important to select somewhere that you can get to with minimum fuss, so make sure you can fly there from most airports, this will ensure that travel time is kept to a minimum. Alternatively there are some great party cities in the UK: Newcastle, Bournemouth, Manchester, Brighton & Edinburgh Stag Dos are all really popular.

Pick a Daytime Activity

Picking an activity to do in the day is a great way to get the group to mix. Stag weekends usually consist of a number of different friendship circles- work, uni, family etc and everyone will not necessarily know each other, a fun activity can definitely break the ice. Some popular activities include: Paintballing, Go karting, rally driving, the dogs and quad bikes to name a few.

Pick a Night time Activity

The fun part- picking what to do in the evening. There are lots of things you can do in the evening, what you decide to do will depend on what the groom likes to do on a night out and also who will be attending. Some activities that The Stag Company offer are:
Casino
Bar crawl
Comedy Club
Lap dancing club

Travel

Once the destination and activities are confirmed, its a good idea to let everyone know the travel options- flights or train times etc. Group travel bookings need to be made in advance.
 
Payment

Dependent on whether you are planning a stag weekend independently or have the assistance of a company, the money side of things can be a bit of a headache. The best thing to do is be really organised and make a note of how much everything costs and who has paid, if you would prefer for the payment side to be taken care of The Stag Company offer a great
online payment scheme which enables you to pay for the weekend in instalments- this saves a lot of time and stress chasing people for money.

Stitch the Stag Up

All that is left now that you have everything covered is to pick a fancy dress costume for the stag, this is a great way to stitch your best pal up. There are some hilarious outfits, a pick of the best are: Borat mankini, big baby, pimp, gimp and oompa loompa.

To speak to the stag party experts contact: The Stag Company 01273 225 070 www.thestagcompany.com

Whether it’s a first kiss, your support crew or a private smile, we are looking for the photos that truly capture the moment.

Email your photo along with a short description of your defining moment to yourmoments@moss.co.uk. Entries close 31 December 2012.

Terms and conditions
Entries close 31 December 2012. By submitting images, applicants thereby confirm that they have the consent of those photographed as well as the photographer to reproduce and circulate the images enclosed therewith. Images must feature products procured at Moss, Moss Bros, Moss Bespoke or Savoy Taylors Guild. Winners will be notified by email within 28 days of closing date. winning image(s) will receive £500 worth of travel vouchers.