What 'Boardwalk Empire' Got Wrong (Menswear Expert's Review)

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00:00 Boardwalk Empire Meanswer Review Introduction
Among the most well-acclaimed gangster TV shows is Boardwalk Empire, and as menswear enthusiasts, it’s more fun to watch because of the clothing of male characters.

Set during the prohibition years in the US, “Boardwalk Empire” is an HBO TV show that spans the 1920s era of bootleggers. The series first aired in 2010, starting at the eve of Prohibition in 1920. The show aired over the course of four years, carrying a period for 11 years up till 1931 in 56 episodes or five seasons. During this time in history, menswear saw a transition from the sober, formal dress of the previous century to a more relaxed outfit.

The Men and Their Style:
03:37 Enoch "Nucky" Thompson (Steve Buscemi): Suits
06:32 Nucky's Shirts & Collars
09:28 Nucky's Shoes, Boots, & Socks
11:14 Nucky's Ties & Accessories
12:47 Jimmy Darmody (Michael Pitt): Suits & Shirts
16:58 Jimmy's Boots, Socks, Accessories
18:36 Chalky White (Michael Kenneth Williams)
20:43 Richard Harrow (Jack Huston)
23:30 Gyp Rosetti (Bobby Cannavale)
27:11 Lucky Luciano (Vincent Piazza)

If you’re looking for actual wearability in the modern age, we think Lucky Luciano pulled it off the best, most likely because of his understanding of color combinations.

At the end of the day, Boardwalk Empire is like a lot of other series. It’s great fun to watch. It’s interesting as a menswear enthusiast. But, historically, it’s not really accurate. If you really want to know what men actually wore in 19-teens, we recently made a guide for that, and we have an upcoming one about the 1920s.

That being said, we applaud any television show that focuses on classic menswear because it exposes that style to a broader mainstream audience. And we firmly believe that because of these shows, new people want to learn more about it, maybe wear a suit, maybe wear a collar pin or a tie after all, which is great for our cause in general.

29:59 Outfit Rundown

[seancolin]

A Part 2 would allow for the expansion of other notable characters such as Arnold Rothstein, Mickey Doyle, Nelson van Alden, Eli Thompson, etc.

[freddecker]

My favorite outfit in Boardwalk Empire is one of Chalky White's three piece suits. The fabric of the jacket and pants is a dark blue or purple with a bold rust orange windowpane check. The waistcoat is solid rust orange to match the color of the check pattern in the jacket. That combination knocked me out!

[freddecker]

Boardwalk Empire is a gorgeous looking show. I love the suits as well as many of the sets (particularly the interiors)
where the show was filmed. Thank you for reviewing this show!

[behnamkalantari]

Now a Babylon Berlin review would be great to complete the collection !

[blakemcnamara]

I always thought that some characters looked believable but others were just way too stylised for the era. I must say, though, that the round collars that point inward on Nucky's shirts were so intriguing to me that I actually had a shirt made like that for myself. It's a really sleek design.

[Pembroke]

I never got around to watching Boardwalk Empire, but I will now, thank you folks are awesome

[CoolChevere]

This is by far my favorite genre of videos that you do. I love how well you explain the period accuracy. I do have to say that Boardwalk Empire was one of my favorite shows and I loved how the clothing fit each character’s personality. Well done sir!

[ElJorro]

I have a big wedding coming up and this channel is already becoming a big help.

[arrow]

I am a little disappointed that you found that Boardwalk Empire wasn't that accurate since I LOVED the costuming but I thoroughly enjoyed your review! I hope you do a pat 2!

[Boselaphus]

Critical videos should be educational and spreading awareness, and this is one of the best example of one.

[rimlandrealist]

good stuff. you guys should do an episode on 'Road to Perdition'

[antilogism]

Great idea to introduce the Boardwalk Empire at t he outset. Most people in the US don't have access to it, like me, so it made this video much more approachable and very entertaining. Those button boots look nice!

[FrothyFawn]

Another note about Richard’s suit:
Formal Military uniforms, especially Army Pinks and Greens and Marine Corps Service Alpha uniforms feature action backs, so that also harkens to Richard’s military background.

[amadejpesko]

30:01, this has to be one of the best scenes in Gentleman's Gazette history. 👌

[maisumthiago]

I would love to see u guys reviewing Hannibal's outlooks from the series.

[KathBorup]

Great video! I forgot how many amazing actors were on that show including my all time favourite Micheal K Williams (R.I.P)!

[edwardkopp]

Martin Greenfield just passed the other week. I live less than a mile from the factory and have the distinct pleasure of owning a couple few of them.

[BelarnRoma]

I really enjoyed watching. Maybe you can do more episodes like this one also about peaky blinders par exemple. Love your channel keep going.

[jamesR]

I enjoy that I get to "cheat" in the boutonniere dept as my wife is a flower farmer so I can pick them fresh

[jigsawking]

I hope that if you do a part 2 to this video you cover some of the other characters styles. Especially Arnold Rothstein. A stand out character of the show with eye catching style. King of both New York and the bow tie. His blue covert coat and grey homburg hat look has always stayed with me.