Neapolitan Style: Why Men from Naples Are So Dapper

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00:00 Neopolitan Style Introduction

In menswear today, Neapolitan style is famed for its effortless sprezzatura and handwork, lightweight, airy fabrics, and casualness. At places like Pitti Uomo, it’s closely associated with dandies and flamboyant gentlemen. Typically, it features bold statements and colors; and it’s just the reminiscence of fun and Southern Italy.

02:13 Why Does Neoolitan Style Matter?

It has gotten quite famous. It is cited many times in brochures, online, when people talk about things, and so, as someone interested in classic menswear, it’s really important to understand.

03:55 The History of Neopolitan Style

In 1861, Naples joined the Kingdom of Italy, which, of course, today is a republic. While the area around Naples used to be well-known for its agricultural impact, it also developed to be a hub for clothing.

The late-19th and early-20th centuries, Naples was known to produce high-quality garments. The clothes produced followed styles of other nations; had influences from Vienna, from England, and from France.

07:30 General Hallmarks of Neopolitan Style

Typically, Neapolitan style means bolder colors. The fabrics are certainly open weave. So, while a British blazer is maybe made of a surge fabric, the traditional Neapolitan will be made of a hopsack.

Neapolitan tailoring is not about accuracy – it’s more about comfort, it’s about the visible handwork, and something that is stylistically and aesthetically pleasing.

12:38 Neopolitan Clothing: Jackets
16:54 Outerwear
17:30 Trousers
19:05 Shirts
20:11 Shoes
21:24 Accessories

So, in conclusion, I hope we have shown that we’re not o’ guappo ‘e cartone – meaning “a braggart made of cardboard” – when it comes to Neapolitan style.

23:33 Outfit Rundown

[D_Jilla]

I have to say, I really appreciate all the B-roll, illustrations, and photos you guys edit to the videos. It really helps me understand and contextualize all the vocabulary of classical menswear. And, of course, it's visually pleasing and inspiring to see all these well-dressed men and how they express themselves through style.

[andrewharris]

Great video. I’m a Scot who used to live in Naples. I still go back regularly and get all my clothes there. Bespoke suits are so accessible and reasonable. It’s very difficult to find a bad tailor.

[avySeal]

Thanks for your videos and research/history of Neapolitan style. A style that I’ve come to appreciate & love wearing.
I’m also open to other styles as well, so any European style videos are welcomed. 😃🤙🏾

[voltgaming]

Can you talk about other mainland European style from countries like Germany and Netherlands and other countries in that region

[SpamMouse]

My best man was native to Naples, he was always a man of style and great hospitality.

[DavidKasan]

Great video. I seem to remember that you come from a colder climate, but you seem to appreciate the soft, comfortable lines of Neapolitan attire. And nobody better to explain this wonderful style that Raphael!

[regsantotomas]

I have a visit with Rubinacci in their Milan store and am excited to experience my first true Italian suit. This video could not have been more timely for me. I'm hoping for a suit that can be worn in warmer/milder weather here in Northern California as well as Italy.

[k]

The diffrent of Milanese, Florentine and Neapolitan style would be an interesting topic.

[williamkazak]

Outstanding video. Very detailed explanations and visual examples. Thank you.

[davidconklin]

I have the exact same problem with the no-show socks. I can't wait to see what you guys come up with.

[oliverdelica]

It sucks that my father doesn't appreciate my linen shirts but man they're a lifesaver 💯

[xMicRobx]

That distinguish gentleman visible in the photos at 0:54 and 1:10 is actually a Pole, his name is Jan Adamski and he is one of the best authorities in the field of classic menswear in Poland. In the 1:16 on the left side there is another Pole - Albert Borowiecki. It's funny to see them being identified as Naples men. :D

[misteroz]

Great video gents, thank you - particularly in love with the bow tie at 17:17.
Also great to hear you're looking at no-show socks - I wear them all the time, but if I don't put my toe through them after three wears, they sag very quickly.

[krunoslavkovacec]

23:56 Raphael flexing his art nouveau radiators.

[killaq]

I'm fairly new to Gentleman's Gazette...Raphael, your vids are very informative AND entertaining sir, that's rare on YouTube 👍

[bw]

My local tailor is from Italy and I have to argue/negotiate with him to not cut my jacket lengths crazy short, i.e. close to the wrist 😂. He hates pleats too.

[sonnycorleone]

Gentlemans Gazette, Love your channel for the well-dressed man! Sadly, I hardly see men, where I live in New Jersey, wear Double breasted suits anymore. Unless I go to next door to New York City in Manhattan. Where I am not alone wearing my nice double-breasted suits. Thanks for the upload! ☺

[mesovogue]

Great video! And I’ll be waiting on those no show socks, I could really use them

[CookiesEnthusiast]

Thanks for all the help with character design

[samclemens]

I have a jacket made in the same material and colors as that second jacket. Was my first bespoke piece, all my others are from eBay lol