[Photo of G7 Summit Leaders can be seen here] What connection does a haberdashery have with the G7 summit? If I were Harry S. Truman before he was President (and just making a living as a haberdasher), advising the previous President and staff, then the connection would be clear.… Read the Rest

Ken’s Custom Week! Why consider a custom-made item? There are numerous reasons why the haberdashers might suggest various custom items in lieu of choosing clothing from the rack. The obvious answer is a unique fit. Each man’s body is different, and some truly need the choices that come with a custom garment.… Read the Rest

Ken’s Italian Suits & Sport Coats Our efforts were worth it! Our newest collection of Ken’s private label suits and sport coats have just arrived! The suits are from the Guabello mill and are a Super 150s cloth. Everything was made in Italy.… Read the Rest

New Dates for the Samuelsohn Custom Event! The weather last week wreaked havoc upon many businesses and individuals. Because of this we altered our plans for the Samuelsohn event. Perfect timing too, as the swatches for the event didn’t arrive until Saturday morning!… Read the Rest

What do I wear now? This is the single biggest question we are hearing so far in 2022. The C-levels, V-levels, M’s, and even the entrepreneurs are all asking!  We’ve got the appropriate answers for everyone – it just takes a phone call, email, or text to get started on the right path!… Read the Rest

Easy as 1-2-3… ONLINE shopping for gifts and stocking stuffers! Your haberdashers have curated items from the sales floor, along with other gems we found while at the markets, and created a selection for our online shop. This year our online shop is part of our new website – no more being rerouted to a third party. … Read the Rest

2021 is the antithesis of 2020 This time last year the retail community had a plethora of merchandise leading into the holiday season – so much so that sales and promotions were popping up well before the usual Christmas rush. This year, exactly the opposite has happened.… Read the Rest

Partners Card is coming, and so is our Partners Card Preview Party! SAVE THE DATE! This year, to celebrate Partners Card, we are changing up the brands…Reps Adam Sitzman from Stenströms, Jim Ferrell from Johnnie-O, and Suzanna and Christina from Beauty by Apothecary will be in-house.… Read the Rest

Welcoming New Team Members We are pleased to announce the hiring of Kramer Morgan! He will be focusing on serving our wedding clients in both our custom and rental departments. Kramer hails from 75230 and is a graduate of Hillcrest HS.… Read the Rest

Introduction Meet Thomas and Priscilla. I am pleased to say they are now happily married.  This year we are all starting to find some normalcy again in our lives. The couples who waited until after 2020 to get married are overjoyed to plan their weddings in 2021.… Read the Rest

The world continues to work in magical ways… We all have moments in life where our gut feeling says to stop, or look out, or just be open to what the universe is trying to tell us, if we are listening well enough.… Read the Rest

So you made the appointment with a Ken’s haberdasher for your wedding. Here are some of the questions you can expect us to ask at your consultation: The date, location, and time of your wedding. Your budget for the groom and for the groomsmen.… Read the Rest

Overview & Purpose The point of this exercise is to create a closet that is functional, organized, and a bit fun! The goal of a closet is to set you up for success, help you save time by being organized, and promote your personal style.… Read the Rest

Today we’re excited to launch Live Live Supply at Ken’s! Kory spent a few minutes chatting with owner and designer Mario about the ethos and inspiration for the brand, the key Live Live pieces for the new season, and of course a lightning round of “hot or not”!… Read the Rest

From PPP to SSS this Holiday Season Your haberdashers have been preparing for your holiday visits. We are still encouraging our clients (and selves) to be extra cautious this December while getting items for family and friends. Here are our suggestions for “Socially Safe Shopping” this holiday season at Ken’s.… Read the Rest

Lessons Learned I was on a retailers’ Zoom call with stores across the country. At the end of the conference call one of the members asked the group, “what have we all learned from Covid?” There was complete silence as we absorbed the question that lingered like a right cross to the jaw.… Read the Rest

We had a great time over the weekend with our three-day Ken’s Elevated Casual Event! Kory had a chance to speak with Nick from NN07 about his journey in the clothing world, the latest NN07 looks, and some hot takes on this season’s trends.… Read the Rest

Denim Jackets are back! Ken’s teamed up with Good Man Brand to bring in our favorite jacket of the season! A simple 4-way stretch denim and microfiber jacket in a contemporary fit. This is the perfect item to pair with: BRAX trousers and 5-pocket pants Meyer stretch cotton khakis Meyer patterned cotton trousers SMN denim Complete the outfit with a  tee, v-neck, polo, or patterned shirt.… Read the Rest

Our representative from Samuelsohn, Mike Kern, stopped by today to talk about our made-to-measure program. … Read the Rest

Sometimes you just get a feeling when something is going to be special. We knew this would be the case when we first began selling Brax pants, and time and time again they have proven to be a great option for our clientele.… Read the Rest

Can you feel it? Things are beginning to shift below the surface, energy building for a new season. Yes, spring is about renewal, growth, and shedding off the winter.  Yet September is a time for reflection and preparation, and that’s another kind of fresh start. … Read the Rest

I love looking through the “hall of frame,” our scrapbooks at Ken’s. Imagine the 55 years of history that we have compiled!  It is rich in tradition with the marketing and advertising, the people and personalities, but especially the clothing history.… Read the Rest

Accessories for men have become sophisticated and nuanced, and belts are a big part of that. Just as the tie and pocket square or circle don’t need to be an exact match anymore, neither do the shoe and belt strap. That said, there are some rules. … Read the Rest

The haberdashers at Ken’s get weekly questions about travel-friendly clothing, especially clothes for work travel. We all jump on a flight, and most of us just take carry-on luggage to bypass the hassle of airport baggage claims. The questions we get range anywhere from how to fold a garment for travel, to how to create more packing space, to what clothing pieces are best to take along on business trips.… Read the Rest

As summer approaches, many companies will be relaxing their dress codes a little bit, perhaps not requiring ties during the hottest months of the year. That said, a “no tie required” stipulation doesn’t mean that it’s going to be an endless sea of Casual Fridays – you still need to find a way to look like you mean business while you’re at work.… Read the Rest

A lot of guys daydream about the wardrobe they’ll have after they’re successful, but that way of thinking is kind of like putting the cart before the horse. The clothes you wear can be the very thing that leads to success, or at least it can give you a good head start.… Read the Rest

Samuelsohn clothing has been making large strides in the men’s fashion industry these past couple of years. Their new design team is at the heart of the revival. It is about design, comfort, and feel with “love” woven in each and every piece.… Read the Rest

We live in a world where we can choose our style. Style promotes our image, our image gives us confidence, and the confidence brings success. The current men’s style for the coming summer will once again be changing out the dress shirt and tie and in exchange for the polo knit.… Read the Rest

The first quarter of the year is a great time for getting back to a better shape physically and mentally. It usually takes a minimum of three months to see noticeable differences in your shape, plus understanding that this is a “lifestyle” change, and not just another diet.… Read the Rest

Spring Trend Report We are right around the corner from another great season! Spring trends continue to emerge each day and week within the shop. Here are some items to keep an eye on to stand out this spring! Samuelsohn is all about the fabrication within the garments for Spring 18.… Read the Rest

So you popped the question, and she said “yes,” but before we get to the “I do” part there is a lot of planning. Quite honestly most of it will be with your fiancé and family sorting through details of location, dates, parties, catering, reception, the guest list, etc.… Read the Rest

So, you have decided to get married and now have the task of planning the wedding with the love of your life? While this may seem like a daunting task, this should be a time of growing as a couple, making decisions for your lives together, and planning the day that begins it all.… Read the Rest

Gents, I have been doing this a long time and have seen many mistakes. The classic one is monotony in ones closet. Go ahead and buy another solid blue shirt, or another flat gray slack without any texture or design. Will you get comments or compliments on it?… Read the Rest