The Style and Charm of JFK

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  • @laminage
    @laminage 6 місяців тому +8

    From the time he was a student at Choate, Harvard or even Oxford in England, JFK always had swag. Even when he was relaxing, he always looked great.

  • @Swedishpolymath
    @Swedishpolymath 4 місяці тому +2

    Nice. I love JFK. I recently saw Oliver Stone's RFK movie.

  • @josephcrangle4669
    @josephcrangle4669 6 місяців тому +70

    Isn't it remarkable that JFK still resonates as a leader and style icon six decades after his death? In his time, he was probably only upstaged by his glamorous wife Jackie, which he joked about publicly.

    • @Gent.Z
      @Gent.Z  6 місяців тому +18

      It is remarkable, indeed. Dying young certainly memorializes people to an extent, but you cannot deny the star power and impact Kennedy had during his presidency

    • @rykerblade_snb
      @rykerblade_snb 6 місяців тому +6

      Heros get remembered, but legends never die

  • @patrickavondale8653
    @patrickavondale8653 6 місяців тому +2

    Wonderful video! Worthy of note.. he was a real hero prior to taking office. Look into the PT109… he talked the talk and walked the walk

  • @TeisteBrito-r4k
    @TeisteBrito-r4k 6 місяців тому +16

    You forgot to mention his love for penny Loafers shoes , another timeless wardrobe classic that can truly upscale our style.
    And Jockey Club smells really good , is a scent I can recommend with no hesitation to men over 30s.
    Great video indeed , thank you !

    • @richardnash1079
      @richardnash1079 6 місяців тому +2

      Caswell-Massey is great stuff. I have chosen to use their Newport scent.

    • @TeisteBrito-r4k
      @TeisteBrito-r4k 6 місяців тому +2

      @@richardnash1079 another great scent , my friend.Good choice

  • @nikes4ever
    @nikes4ever 6 місяців тому +4

    I think the late 50's - 1960s was the greatest era for timeless mens fashion. Not a whole lot of gimmicks . Lots of simple understated pieces like collared shirts/polos. Great video on JFK. I very much enjoyed the intertwining of culture and historical background. Would love to see some videos on the icons from that era (People like Steve McQueen, James Garner, Paul Newman, Clint Eastwood, Elvis Presley, and Marlon Brando etc)

  • @pensivepenguin3000
    @pensivepenguin3000 5 місяців тому +2

    JFK proves the point that classic mens style isn’t just about wearing suits all the time

  • @Carl-x8y3c
    @Carl-x8y3c 6 місяців тому +8

    Im old enough to remember the 1960s. I liked the style then. Men wore narrow peg legged trousers , and it was very smart compared with what was to come in the 1970s with flared trousers. I wore both.

  • @itsmeGeorgina
    @itsmeGeorgina 6 місяців тому +2

    Great video!
    His well chosen leisure style was an example to look up to for all men ❤

  • @scottg2946
    @scottg2946 6 місяців тому +31

    Extremely interesting! At the risk of creating a "presidential series," I'd also be interested in your take on President Obama. Stylistically, he's probably not quite the icon JFK was, but I think his inner confidence is second to none. He's well read, smart, urbane, witty, and with a fantastic sense of timing in delivering humorous retorts. As someone born the year after JFK was assassinated, I feel like President Obama is my generation's JFK, and his confidence and persona are what I aspire to more than anyone else in the public eye.

    • @Gent.Z
      @Gent.Z  6 місяців тому +13

      Thank you, Scott. I agree with you regarding Obama. And I think it is possible to discussion politicians without being polarizing. There is something to learn from every great man, regardless of your political affiliations.

    • @vice4134
      @vice4134 6 місяців тому

      No! Obama is pure evil!

    • @pensivepenguin3000
      @pensivepenguin3000 5 місяців тому

      JFK and Obama are probably the two classiest presidents of the modern era, no question

  • @jamies9710
    @jamies9710 6 місяців тому +4

    Very interesting video. I’ve been diving deep into the world of fragrances thanks to you and RMRS/ Scenteno, and to learn that I have that Original by Eight & Bob worn by JFK was a cool factoid I didn’t think I’d find this weekend. I’ll be sure to wear it even more now

  • @salemslotandmore8278
    @salemslotandmore8278 6 місяців тому +3

    Thank You for the Video 😀

  • @anthonywalsh2164
    @anthonywalsh2164 6 місяців тому +6

    Choosing a barber in 2024 would be a great video. It’s hard to find a good one.

  • @thecapone45
    @thecapone45 5 місяців тому

    Wow! Love your look here! Great jacket and tie!
    You’ve continued to put out great videos, man. Awesome work, keep it up. They just get better and better.

  • @ronaldpoppe3774
    @ronaldpoppe3774 6 місяців тому +20

    JFK wa also a WWII Navy officer. And commanded PT 109 torpedo patrol boat. He received the Navy Marine Corps medal for heroism. The highest non combat medal for heroism. Cheers Ron

    • @bgrelek6311
      @bgrelek6311 6 місяців тому

      he also gave his wife jackie many sti's contracted from his numerous affairs, and also took the virginity of a 20 year old intern at the white house after getting her full of booze!

  • @gioeleformica5053
    @gioeleformica5053 6 місяців тому +3

    I'm reading his biography, he was amazing person

  • @alphamaleallure
    @alphamaleallure 5 місяців тому +2

    I am old enough to remember JFK and read a ton about him. His style was fabulous. The only thing is men hardly wear suits these days. Perhaps copying some of his casual style would be more enlightening.

  • @gunghovagabond
    @gunghovagabond 6 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for at least subtly hinting at his adultery. Most people try to keep that under wraps and we shouldn't let it stop us from recognizing his multitude of achievements and influence.

  • @SusanP674
    @SusanP674 6 місяців тому

    Great video, thank you for putting the information out there.

  • @MoneyMotiveYT
    @MoneyMotiveYT 6 місяців тому +1

    He might have worn those scents but his signature scent was definitely America One (31) by Krigler. This is well documented. When you go into Krigler's shop at the Plaza Hotel in NYC, there is a sizeable photo of him. His wife Jackie's signature scent was Patchouli 55 by Krigler. Krigler isn't cheap by any means but they were wealthy beyond measure so I'm sure it didn't put a dent in their pocket.

  • @andrewpalim1978
    @andrewpalim1978 3 місяці тому

    Plus he wore a beautiful stroller for his inaguaration. W JFK!

  • @RandomActsOfBlindness
    @RandomActsOfBlindness 6 місяців тому +7

    A few months ago, I came across a 1920s Gillette new style deluxe razor like the one Kennedy used. His recently sold at auction for way more than I can afford. Nevertheless, when I shave with it, it always seems to be a more productive day. It’s a little ridiculous, but it keeps me going. Thank you so much for doing this video! I really enjoyed it. Be well!

    • @alexmarques2398
      @alexmarques2398 6 місяців тому +1

      RMRS says shaving equals to 2 hours sleep. Something from his military days... I'm not sure. It may have an effect, on some at least. 🙂

    • @RandomActsOfBlindness
      @RandomActsOfBlindness 6 місяців тому

      That’s awesome. I’ve never heard that before, but I think there’s something to it. Be well! @@alexmarques2398

    • @TeisteBrito-r4k
      @TeisteBrito-r4k 6 місяців тому +1

      @@RandomActsOfBlindness classic shaving with a safety razor/straight , badger brush and a soap or cream truly enhances my day.

    • @evegurney8368
      @evegurney8368 6 місяців тому +1

      I am a woman and a trained beauty therapist. I can thoroughly recommend that men use a badger brush as part of their shaving routine. It gently exfoliates and massages the skin.
      My father used a badger brush until he died at the age of 89. He had wonderful skin right to the end. He also resembled Steve McQueen, which was a bonus. Lol. My father always dressed well too. He was quite a head turner.

    • @RandomActsOfBlindness
      @RandomActsOfBlindness 6 місяців тому

      @@TeisteBrito-r4k that really is the way to do it. Shaving was never anything special to me, but everything you mentioned makes me look forward to it. Be well!

  • @francesco3380
    @francesco3380 6 місяців тому +2

    Great video! Do one on jfk jr please

  • @Carl-x8y3c
    @Carl-x8y3c 6 місяців тому +1

    I remember also wearing loafer footwear called Moccasins in the 1960s.

  • @MosMunchyBox
    @MosMunchyBox 6 місяців тому

    Could you do a video on pocket squares? I have never worn one before. Love the channel =)

  • @richardnash1079
    @richardnash1079 6 місяців тому +1

    Gent Z: Another superb video. You are really doing great work. I have a question/observation. Please notice that in many photos, including the one you inserted here, JFK buttons both buttons of his suit jacket. Please study then comment on this style choice. Thanks and best wishes to you.

  • @BestYear2016
    @BestYear2016 6 місяців тому +1

    Great content light blue eyes

  • @marleneyanchus4644
    @marleneyanchus4644 6 місяців тому +2

    Your suit is very classy and classic also ! Question what was that air freshener or defuser you received in one of your past home videos???

  • @momotheelder7124
    @momotheelder7124 6 місяців тому +1

    I think the 'white sneakers' are just typical plimsolls for sailing.

  • @FnesSnorlx
    @FnesSnorlx 6 місяців тому

    Here before 1Mill. + subscribers

  • @smacwhinnie
    @smacwhinnie 6 місяців тому +2

    By the time he was Senator he was getting custom suits from Chipp/Winston Tailors in NY. They were rarely solid, but subtle glen checks, stripes, or textured fabrics

  • @scotbets
    @scotbets 6 місяців тому

    The collar tie bar in the portrait at 1:14. Are they ever appropriate these days? Are there dress shirts that the collars are not too wide for them? I have a few in my jewelry box because I'm old.

  • @alexmarques2398
    @alexmarques2398 6 місяців тому +3

    You have a quite consistent style and I quite appreciate that. I do the same. BUT, as a 1-to-1 style consultant, you could make a video showing you are not going to dress everyone like you, but giving advice tailored to the person (environment, wallet, how quick and how much he's willing to change...). 50cent.

  • @Frtrsofmnd
    @Frtrsofmnd 6 місяців тому +1

    Gent Z , what do you think about Mads Mikkelsen as Hannibal Lecter style , a video would be great

  • @davidcattin7006
    @davidcattin7006 6 місяців тому

    A big part of his "style" is just that that's what you wore back then. Yes, his upbringing and social standing played into it but no one of any socioeconomic level would have dared leave the house like people do today-- fat, badly groomed, crocs, cargo pants, sloppy t-shirts, and pajamas! People have no pride and no shame. I wear Eight and Bob's Champs de Provence. Makes me feel like a Kennedy! Now if I only had their money!

  • @phillipmarlowe0525
    @phillipmarlowe0525 6 місяців тому

    I will never forgive JFK for being one of the reasons why men stopped wearing Fedoras. 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡

  • @bruhreallybruh
    @bruhreallybruh 5 місяців тому

    I think JFK's style and mannerism weren't original. I think he had help in everything he did. Everything was for show, even his wife was allegedly picked by his father. You got to understand 90% of Americans owned TV's. JFK was high on drugs for aliments, cheating on his wife daily, and there was s cold war going on that the FBI and CIA were freaking out about because they knew what JFK was doing, but the American people didn't. It was so bad that a Russian submarine almost launched a missile off the coast of Cuba. The JFK conspiracy goes so deep that they think he was cheating on his wife with a Russian spy, but communist Russian sympathizer LHO acted alone. Even he said he was a patsy before Ruby assassinated him.

    • @archangeljophiel2019
      @archangeljophiel2019 4 місяці тому

      Do you really think JFK got the time on his hands by hooking up with random women while in office? He would have been impeached like Clinton. The guy was facing pressure by other people if we should go to war in Vietnam, which before he died he wanted to withdraw it. He was facing the missile crisis, the civil rights movement, and the bay of pigs.

  • @dougm659
    @dougm659 6 місяців тому +3

    No doubt JFK was a snappy dresser and had plenty of charisma but he was a deeply flawed man. A constant womaniser, he once confided to a startled old British Prime Minister, Harold MacMillan, that he needed to have sex every day otherwise he got terrible headaches! The famous actress Angie Dickinson once joked that she said to Kennedy “wow Mr President, that was the most exciting ten seconds of my life!”

  • @PatriciaDianneYarrow
    @PatriciaDianneYarrow 4 місяці тому

    Thoughtful presentation. Still, waaaaay to many cuts! Please reduce them. Not every sentence needs a cut!

  • @chrisb9156
    @chrisb9156 6 місяців тому

    Absolutely no gentleman .

  • @heywardfi
    @heywardfi 6 місяців тому

    If you want to dress like jfk just go to brooks brothers

  • @funkymonk5344
    @funkymonk5344 Місяць тому

    Dude you look so uptight though. Relax.

  • @rafaelwilks
    @rafaelwilks 6 місяців тому +3

    Next video: The Style and Charm of LBJ - oh wait

  • @mr.atomic2970
    @mr.atomic2970 6 місяців тому

    I like the Style of Ronald Reagan more. But JFK is most defenitly the Second.

    • @vice4134
      @vice4134 6 місяців тому

      You kidding me???

  • @montybynum
    @montybynum 6 місяців тому +1

    Please Michael Jackson,
    He has the most unique, ostentatious elegance of any American style icon.
    I’d love to hear you delve deeper into what makes The King of Pop such a beloved timeless style innovator.

    • @thelegendofdarius
      @thelegendofdarius 6 місяців тому +2

      I was about to comment that. Michael Jackson for sure, had some classic men’s style on his wardrobe.🕴🏻

    • @montybynum
      @montybynum 6 місяців тому +1

      @@thelegendofdarius real recognizes real a fellow Mike Jack appreciator🥂
      @Gent.Z there’s 4 decades of style with the King of Pop with his most classic and timeless being tuxedo era Michael Jackson in the late 70s

  • @Danielscuriosity2
    @Danielscuriosity2 6 місяців тому +1

    Not a great president but good.
    Though, i like his watches

    • @vice4134
      @vice4134 6 місяців тому

      What are you smoking, huh???

  • @Zamet1
    @Zamet1 6 місяців тому +1

    The guy nearly caused a nuclear war, but we should admire him for taking full responsibility?

    • @jcronin3155
      @jcronin3155 6 місяців тому

      Biden is on a similar trajectory and would never take responsibility.

    • @vice4134
      @vice4134 6 місяців тому

      WRONG! Clearly, you are not studying your history correct. JFK STOPPED it and communicated with Russia. JFK was against war and knew that it would be the end of the world if he listened to what Pentagon & CIA tells him. JFK STOOD up & listened to his instincts instead. That's why JFK is a HERO!!! He even set up a direct phone line to Russia to contact him anytime. The Pentagon hated it. The boss of Pentagon went behind JFK to the Congress and whined about his own boss. Jeez! The CIA hated it. No wonder, they had him killed.

    • @mysteryjunkie9808
      @mysteryjunkie9808 Місяць тому

      He prevented one. His handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis was amazing

  • @Larrylarrs
    @Larrylarrs 6 місяців тому

    dude has run out of topic now at this point