Flusser explains how clothing can manipulate visual perception. Long necks require higher shirt collars. Broad faces need elongated collar points. The width of a jacket’s lapels must always complement the width of the man's shoulders.
The central thesis of Dressing the Man is the concept of . Flusser argues that classic male dressing is not an art of constant reinvention, but a refined discipline rooted in architecture and portraiture.
According to Flusser, there are several key principles that underlie the art of dressing well. These include:
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Men with fair hair and fair skin, or bald men with light skin tones. Flusser advises these men to opt for tonal, low-contrast combinations—like a medium gray suit with a light blue shirt—so the clothing doesn't visually overpower the face.
