"little neglects": a good way of describing Sprezzatura :-) I'm glad a German is explaining the difference between British and Italian style philosophy :-)
@@LeMaqnifique Now I get it. You wanted to say that during the soccer european championsship 2021 you could see that the italian players were fare better dressed than the british? In general the British upper class has some solid style but Italians are way ahead.
Wie erfrischend, mal einen Informatiker zu sehen, der in Mode interessiert ist^^. Die meisten, die ich im Studium kennen gelernt habe, lebten das Klischee
Perfect! Not enough people teach the philosophy of style which is, in my opinion, the most important aspect. From there, everything else flows. And your English is great...the German accent makes it that much better too my friend
Wonderful. I am of English, Irish and Scottish ancestry but live in Canada 🇨🇦 and married an Italian woman who loves Italian style. I tend to lean towards British style. I thoroughly enjoy your videos and content Sir.
The video is wonderfully made and very easy to watch. I never understood Sprezzatura. When one makes these intended mistakes one of two things will happen: 1. One is thought to be ignorant by those who fail to perceive what it is one is trying to do. 2. By those who do perceive it, it would be obvious that much thought and effort were put into the outfit. In both cases. the point is missed. To me, effortless elegance is playing by the rules, but making it look as if one was born with those rules in mind. Intended breaking of rules should, therefore, be subtle in nature and magnitude. not wearing a watch over the cuff in a cry for attention. And yes, I undoubtedly identify with the British school of thought when it comes to sartorialism (and a great many other things).
I have always thought that true Sprezzatura was already misunderstood when they coined the term in that court book. I think that guy who wrote it, tried to conceptualise something ungraspable that he saw in those people who somehow have this "thing". In my perspective, I think Sprezzatura is more of a rhythm, a vibe, a way of walking, a way of behaving, that conveys this feeling of "I don't care". People have tried to put it on the clothing, but I think it's all in the behaviour. I've gotten that ungraspable "effortless" vibe with a couple people, and it's not because they purposely undid a button or wore their watch over their cuffs, but just because they look like they (like you said), just don't know better than to dress stylish, and feel invincible, so they start giving of this aura of "misbehaviour". "You say I need to do this? Whoops, now I broke the rule, what you gonna do." *smugly walks away with two ladies*
Could not agree more with this comment thread. Sprezzatura is indeed a state of mind, and like the gentleman above me said, it is indeed a way of carrying yourself and your body language as opposed to how you wear your clothes. Now, I would further add to the point that sprezzatura is all about comfort, more specifically; psychological comfort in your attire. The graceful vibe of sprezzatura comes when someone has become such a natural at dressing well that the whole habit of being well dressed has become that person's second nature, and because that person has become so natural at style, they have ultimately become comfortable in dressing well. They don't fear or care about being judged, and they don't care about the opinions of others nor do they feel out of place due to the way they are dressed. They've developed a stupendous level of confidence and mental comfort in their clothing due to years of dressing well, and now they convey a certain level of ease, grace and effortlessness in their body language.
To my understanding, Sprezzatura is to men as French Chic is to women. There’s not really a word for it, it’s just that feel of effortless elegance, that to be stylish is just how one is. That being said I’m completely with you- British style makes far more sense to me and is something I just prefer. I don’t even like French chic for myself.
Very interesting video, I had never thought of the philosophy of the styles, but it made me think and elaborate on your thoughts. The English style is more military in that you almost wear a uniform. The structured and neat fits are very reminiscent of military style. Also the the practicality is very military-inspired as well, in that you wear the appropriate clothes and equipment for the appropriate occasion. The Italian style is more focused on personal expression and of course "sprezzatura."
Just found this today and as a first video I applaud: this was done quite well. You may have felt anxious but you did appear rather relaxed in your delivery, for the most part. Your English is very good and the humour was enjoyable. Thank you.
i am not a native speaker either, but i'm learning a little listening you, while at the same time i hear your point of view between these two styles, nice video, go on! and good luck
I really like your approache, it makes so much sense to me to focus on the mentality behind it instead of the details, on the other hand, I am german too so maybe it is a german way of thinking ^^.
@@Vintagebursche thats great though, less intimidating and quite inspireing to get on with it yourself seeing someone else who aint perfect doing it anyway. Someone as effortlessly graceful as Bernadette Banner messing things up and then overcoming that struggle gave me the courage to pick up sewing again shelving it as a teen for it just did not work out and I thought it had. Also, it is very nice to see a male perspectiv there ^^
Just found your lovely channel! I'm so excited to watch all of your currently released videos as well as all the ones you're going to make! Kind regards from Poland! :)
You have a deep knowledge of this topic. You made the philosophy behind suit traditions easy to understand. And your English is already perfect! Thank you for the video
I've noticed that the English tend not to wear a cummerbund with their tuxedos these days as opposed to the Americans who do although it seems to be going away there as well. Looking forward to seeing all your videos.
This is so interesting!!! I think from your video I have fallen in love with the English style much more. As for your first English video. It was absolutely delightful to watch. I could understand you perfectly...but that may be due to me having about 80% of my friends being German!!😅😅. Keep up the good work and I look forward to more of your videos.
Tag... ich bin Schotte, aber als ich ein Kind war gewinnt ich in Guetersloh, in die nahe Bilefeld. Jetzt bin ich in Australien gewohnen. Dein Englischsprech ist ganz besser als mien Deutsch! Viel Gluck mein Herr!
Just saw this. Your English is great and you did not come across as insecure but very professional and knowledgable, thanks for a very informative video. I hope your channel flourishes, best of luck.
I'm an American born and raised in California, U.S.A. I can understand you much better than I can New York Bronx accent or deep Texas accent. People with those kinds of accents don't even bother to make RU-vid videos cause their accent won't get them any viewers.
Never apologize for your English, its very good and much better than most English speakers German. Great content. Please consider how particular fashion items, example Collars evolved and why over the centuries.
Wunderbares Video! Enjoyable, entertaining, perfect english! Effortless, elegant - and superior content! Und ich halte es mit Harald Schmidt: Deutsche dürfen mit Akzent sprechen und sollten vermeiden, einen Pseudo-Akzent aufzusetzen, um britisch oder american zu klingen. So lange man klar und verständlich spricht natürlich. Und das tust du zweifelsohne. Keep up the good work!
Wearing the watch over the shirt started because one of his custom made shirts did not have room under the cuff for his watch. He wore a lot of ready to wear shirts from Brooks Brothers. Once you copy the "watch over cuff", it is just that, a copy and not a style.
Your English is quite good and you present very interesting points of view. Please do a show about high end men leather bags (office bags, weekend duffel bags, leather computer bags, lawyer bags, etc)… Thanks.
Great video, very interesting and well presented! I’ve watched several of your videos and enjoyed them so have decided to subscribe. Your English is clear and well understood so don’t worry about that!
I just discovered your channel and I love it so much! First of all, I really like vintage clothes and I get mad because I can’t find vintage items very easily here in Italy - especially where I live-, not even online - or maybe it’s me, I may not know where to buy. As an Italian, I personally don’t feel represented by the look of Agnelli. I would never put a watch on my sleeve. Again, I prefer vintage or classic looks. The English style is very nice, the only things I am not a big fan of are those long socks. I am curious to know what is your personal style and why - maybe you’ve done a video on it, but, again, I am new to your channel so I don’t know. Ps. Your English sounds very good! :)
Uhh che bello trovare un altro connazionale con la stessa passione per il vintage ^^ adoro gli anni 20 ma la moda anni 40 la trovo molto più facile replicarla.
Ein schöner Zugang zu diesem Thema und gar nicht so lahm, wie du auf Instagram angekündigt hast. ;) Und es stimmt: Wenn man sich z.B. Simon Crompton's "Style Breakdown"-Reihe auf Permanent Style ansieht, fallen viele angeblich so stark divergierende Details zwischen britischen und italienischen Schneidern gar nicht so deutlich aus. Die wahrgenommenen Unterschiede lassen sich in Summe oft besser aus der Top Down-Perspektive erklären, also den unterschiedlichen "Wurzelphilosophien" in Bezug auf Eleganz. Ein großes Lob auch für die sehr charmante Präsentation. Wir Deutschen cringen ja eigentlich gerne, wenn Landsleute Englisch sprechen. Ist bei dir aber ganz und gar nicht der Fall! Ein kleiner Hinweis (sehr deutsch, ich weiß): Bei "lapel" liegt die Betonung meines Wissens auf der zweiten Silbe. Gruß!
A wonderful video! Very interesting topic, I am very much looking forward to more. Hope you make these style comparisons also with subcategories like shoes, shirts, pants cut etc... Ingeniously intro. As a little criticism: the music a little quieter the next time. Especially with the saxophone it bites with your voice. Otherwise impeccable. Very good length. Greetings from the rainy Taunus. Marvin
thoughts on anglo-italian, both in terms of clothing and thought? its something i think is coming into greater attention these days thanks to broader trends in both clothing and thought
I have German relatives and was married to a German for 4 years almost 40 years ago. He's been in America more than 40 years and his English is far, far better than yours. Your English sounds like that of my cousin from Bielefeld; it's like ASMR (?) for me. Also, I used to teach at Göttingen and Bonn, (an English speakers class on history and foreign policy) and while I was impressed with the quality of my students' English, yours is far, far better. So no need for you to apologise for ANYTHING about your English!
Ich sehe bei "sprezzatura" eine kleine Parallele zu allgemeinem oder korporativem Verhalten. Die Leute, die ihrem Handeln eine Lässigkeit und Mühelosigkeit geben, wirken weitaus "steiler" und souveräner als jene, die steif versuchen auf die Gepflogenheiten der jeweiligen Szenerie zu achten :)
Herr Bursche (sorry, don't know if thats your name nor am I a english/german speaker myself). I was wondering if you or anyone in this community might have a hint, link or idea for a draft of a drape cut suit jacket. I understood the concept for a while but would like to see the difference in the pattern of a drape cut compared to a regular cut. The best of luck and success for the channel, it has quite good content.
6:20 don’t apologise, you accent is fine and to be honest it’s better than most native English accents I hear... it’s kinda sad how I’ve noticed many young (child to 40s can’t speak English properly) (i just realised that isn’t young... that’s most people... that’s slightly sad) so I’d say you are better than most, and take that from a person who has an “posh” accent (I just pronounce things properly instead of skipping half the word like most, it isn’t “posh”)
Canadian Here.. I Wish I Could Speak German I Speak English, And French... You Speak English Very Well.. Not To Worry..Do You Speak High Or Low German?
Is there a German style too? If so, please do a video. My impression of the German style is that it receives more influence from the English than anyone else. But I am sure it’s more nuanced than that.
Well it is audiable that you are not a native speaker, but so what? You are very easely understood, speak free, flutend what more can one expect? Also who am I to complain, I m not a native speaker as well. The only thing curious is how different your accent is in comparison to mine, given we share our mother tongue. I doubt anyone could guess that hearing both of us. I dare say yours is more stereotypical german while mine just . . . all over the place and a huge disorganised mess, but who cares, communication still works ^^
