Raphael has tough me more than my parents..you are my virtual father..now you even teach us how to iron..i`m about to move on my own know and this definitely helped a lot
I've been making my own spray starch for years, easy recipes are online, and the cost is almost zero. If you are a starcher, try it, you'll probably like it.
I'm fascinated with all this ironing equipment. My family and friends thought I was silly buying an expensive Rowenta iron. Can't wait to hear what they'll say if I get one of those vacuum boards too.
What a handsome man! The most important is the confidence and humbleness of modeling the attire. I really appreciate that 2-colored suit. It's gorgeous. What makes it so handsome is the length of the jacket. I appreciate very much this type of man. Please, Gentleman, continue on this journey of bringing back the real man.
The distilled water fact was pretty interesting, probably will use that in the future. I sometimes get problems with small yellowish build up getting on my clothes.
These videos are SOOO HELPFUL-never heard of a Tailor's Ham or Clapper, who knew!? I am definitely investing in a sole plate, as I iron all the time and often have to guess on proper temps as they are not labelled on many of my garments, it will be a huge help. Thanks very much for ALL of your informative videos, they are just wonderful. You guys are truly the "gentlemens' gentlemen. Much Love from New Mexico USA!
I'm watching your vids out of order. This was the 2nd one I've watched. Great job! You've just about convinced me to go for a vacuum ironing board. Almost there!
Great video, as always. And very timely for me because I've just completely replaced my wardrobe and have been looking at ironing boards and irons to keep my new clothes looking great. Thank you very much. I'll be awaiting the next segment with bated breath
This is a very helpful if not expensive video but did answer so many questions I had on ironing. I hate the job but always wondered how dry cleaners made a good job on my clothes. It’s skill and tools
First of all I want to highly commend you for sharing an abundance of helpful information on how to prepare to iron/press your own clothing watching your video the other day somewhat took me back to my boyhood and watching my grandmother iron clothes she unfortunately did not have the luxury of steam ironing in fact I recall her using one of those irons that look like a solid piece of steel that you heat up and use with extreme care to avoid burning your article of clothing as I got a bit older she passed onto me some valuable tips on how to properly iron clothes some of the things you even mention in this first part series of videos on ironing personally I enjoy ironing my own clothes because for me I find it to be somewhat therapeutic again thanks and look forward to the next video on ironing.
Hi GG... Off topic but here goes. I spent my after school time and Saturday's working for a high end tailor in downtown Montreal (Russel's Fine Mens Wear) on Rue Sherbrooke. Real tailors, nothing off the rack all shirts and suits were hand made, made to measure. They catered to exclusive, high end type customers. I very much enjoy your show, I believe much of what you discuss has been lost through the generations. I do have an observation, more of a personal preference. In you're video, when you show your trousers, I feel they are too short. In the front I prefer to see a slight 'break' in the pant crease near the shoe while the back crease is at the heel (or ever so slightly below). Can you comment on setting pant length. Cheers!
Sprating the clothes with distilled water, rain water, or Niagara spray starch provide outstanding results. If you hand wash your clothes, wash with rain water to use less soap and rinse with regular water.
Very good video, and something I have struggled with, although I recognize the value and necessity of ironing. On the other hand, I would rather have my gentleman's gentleman do this for me, if only I had one.
I'm joining the military soon & a lot of time will be spent washing, drying, ironing & folding clothes. Is it advisable to dry clothes with an iron to speed the process up?
Excellent advice! If I can add one point (as someone who takes great pleasure in ironing my own 100% cotton dress shirts). When choosing a steam iron be sure to buy one that has a steam rating of 1500 Watts or higher. If the steam iron does not advertise the rating it probably does not have enough steam power to iron all-cotton dress shirts. They require plenty of steam to really flatten wrinkles well. I was not aware of the vacuum boards. I'm going to look for one! Thanks!
+Don Peterson It can certainly be an indicator but wattage just tells you how much something consumes. Just because a car uses a lot of gas doesn't tell you if it has a lot of horse power ;)
I stand corrected! Your response prompted me to do a bit more research. The wattage rating is an indicator of how fast a steam iron heats up and how hot it gets. The hotter the steam iron gets the better it is at producing the steam needed to melt wrinkles. There is no rating that indicates directly how much steam an iron produces. There is a general correlation between the price of a steam iron and its ability to produce adequate amounts of steam (with a few value-priced exceptions). As always, I enjoy your videos and the careful research you put into them. Thanks!
1:38 Denim! I never expected that. No criticism, just surprised me. I love your work and channel. I'm grateful for everything I've learned from you. Best wishes. However.......whilst you do hold mentor/ sage status, should this go any further (hoodies, track suits etc) thumbs down are not "off the table" lol!
Great video but you can’t under estimate the value of a quality iron. A professional grade iron is magic. It really makes the ironing experience much better with a great result. I use a Philips PerfectCare Elite Plus Limited Edition Steam Generator Iron. It’s very expensive, but well worth it.
in my opinion this haircut is the best for you , far away better than the usually i see in your videos which, personally, i didn't like , so thanks for your high level videos , you are the different one from the others
EPIC VIDEO. i remember when you had less than 5k subs..........damn i should have started a youtube channel back then. i had just bought i am dandy book and now look at you. making amazing vids with a massive following. PEOPLE FOLLOW YOUR HEART HE DID IT AND NOW HE IS HUGE!
And if anyone ever melts something synthetic onto their iron I can tell you that turning the iron on and rubbing the stain with paracetamol (panadol, Tylenol, etc) will clean it off really nicely just watch your fingers!
I have the vacuum board and the steam press but I only use the steam press for my dress pants because it makes for a WONDERFUL and quick ironing very professional but I'd never use it on anything but pants because shirts and the other things are much more complicated to iron.
Nice video, I spent $90 on a good iron and $65 on a decent board, I thought I was close to good. Watching this video I see I gotta buy like 10 other things. I don't even think I own $500 worth of clothes any more. I wonder if buying a $499 vacuum board would be overkill? lol. Until this video I had no idea they existed, now I feel I need one.
The manual on my Rowenta iron says to never use 100% distilled water because it can cause the iron to spit and leak. Does this apply to all irons? Or just Rowenta brand? 5:41
I bought a vacuum ironing board in Egypt but there was no instruction manual with it, just a 2 page leaflet in Arabic which I don't understand. Where can I learn more about how to get the best out of my vacuum board please?
Could you please include a link of where to buy your sleeve board in the info section below the video? I can’t find it online and your link in the video to it is not working on my iPad, thank you in advance
Is there an optimal shape of tailor's pressing ham for menswear? I'm going to go with a wool of some sort on one side cotton on the other. Mainly for suits, sports jackets.
+MrDosonhai there is no such thing as a non-iron shirt. Most so called non-stop iron shirts are treated with formaldehyde. The fabric feels weird and the stuff that helps to prevent wrinkles comes off after you wash it for 8-10 times. Erin has a proprietary formula that makes it easier and quicker to iron but the shirts cost close to $300 off the rack...
Thank you for the useful advice and techniques for iron men's clothing! Very helpful! (Yet your ensemble in this video is distracting. The bottom button of the double-breasted suit jacket should not be button; buttoning both buttons looks a bit like a sausage casing. If you are wearing a real or fabric flower buttonhole, the pocket square is excessive--buttonhole or pocket square, not both. The patterned trousers are attractive but the cuff looks oversized. The matching cufflinks and ring look as if you are trying too hard. I love bow ties but this tie with pointed ends is visually disconcerting with the flat loop above one of the pointed ends.)
Hi Raphael, Do you have any advice on the size of clapper to buy? I have seen ones varying in size from 8 to 11 inches, even with the same brand. Are there benefits to longer ones?
Thyworm I would try to flush out the iron with a mixture of distilled water and a very mild acid which doesnt have a scent. Of course after that you should flush out your iron again but this time only with distilled water to prevent the acid from harming your garment. Please excuse my english im a non- native speaker.
+Thyworm use distilled water and a splash of clear, colorless l, filtered vinegar. Put the iron on the hottest setting and full steam. Wait until it is hot. Now use the steam button
Great video with lots of good info. However, I've heard that steaming your suits can result in seams coming undone and other deformations happening - is this something to worry about or is it just a myth?
I’m not trying to be rude ,but, I’ve noticed that in some of your videos you mention Donegal Tweed, it’s actually pronounced “Dun-ee-gol” tweed. It’s not a problem I just thought I would let you know
Quick question. What are called shirts that are coloured/striped/whatnot but keep a white collar ?? I really fancy those but so hard to come by. Thanks
Interesting video and great ideas. However, I suggest that you get more practice in ironing a shirt. You appear to iron around the potential wrinkles instead of flattening the shirt front out to iron the pockets.
I've been ironing my whole life with my mom, but I'm nowhere near as good as her and I'm already in my 20s. The hardest part is ironing my skirts and we don't have an ironing table, just some unused bed sheets and a large dining table
One thing i have observed in most of ur vdos, that ur pants are always folded at the end... why this is so? Is there any specific reason to fold pants at the end?
Andrew Mair as I’m sure you can tell by the way Sven is dressed his channel is not about latest men’s fashion, he’s all about classic men’s fashion from the golden age
Andma Amam You can leave now, thanks. A staple of his channel and his general beliefs that he has repeated time and time again is the idea of fashion vs style. Fashion is trendy and comes and goes. However, your own personal style can stay as long as you want it to. You keep following silly trends, and we will keep following our own silly style which neither knows nor cares for trends. We like classic clothes here and always will. So again, thanks for your opinion and bye.
I really like your videos, very great quality. The only downside for me is that you have your lights to bright. This reallt makes the video hard to see
When I was a teenager, my Best Friend's MOM (Italian) taught me how to properly iron. I have never, ever forgotten her wonderful lessons!
Raphael has tough me more than my parents..you are my virtual father..now you even teach us how to iron..i`m about to move on my own know and this definitely helped a lot
+Ciobanu Marius Constantin wow, that a serious compliment, thank you.
Watching Gentleman's Gazette & Jordan Peterson will make a man whole. 100% confirmed facts.
True words, JP and Gentleman's Gazette have taught me much.
@@gentlemansgazette no problem, dad
Raphael is so wonderful! such a gentleman!
I've been making my own spray starch for years, easy recipes are online, and the cost is almost zero. If you are a starcher, try it, you'll probably like it.
My wife is out of town this weekend and thus, here I am.
I didn't know G-Eazy is such a skilled ironer
I'm fascinated with all this ironing equipment. My family and friends thought I was silly buying an expensive Rowenta iron. Can't wait to hear what they'll say if I get one of those vacuum boards too.
What a handsome man! The most important is the confidence and humbleness of modeling the attire. I really appreciate that 2-colored suit. It's gorgeous. What makes it so handsome is the length of the jacket. I appreciate very much this type of man. Please, Gentleman, continue on this journey of bringing back the real man.
The distilled water fact was pretty interesting, probably will use that in the future. I sometimes get problems with small yellowish build up getting on my clothes.
You have no idea how long I've been hoping for a guide on Ironing! Let alone a multiple video series on the topic!! I'm very excited :)
These videos are SOOO HELPFUL-never heard of a Tailor's Ham or Clapper, who knew!? I am definitely investing in a sole plate, as I iron all the time and often have to guess on proper temps as they are not labelled on many of my garments, it will be a huge help. Thanks very much for ALL of your informative videos, they are just wonderful. You guys are truly the "gentlemens' gentlemen. Much Love from New Mexico USA!
I'm watching your vids out of order. This was the 2nd one I've watched. Great job! You've just about convinced me to go for a vacuum ironing board. Almost there!
Great video, as always. And very timely for me because I've just completely replaced my wardrobe and have been looking at ironing boards and irons to keep my new clothes looking great. Thank you very much. I'll be awaiting the next segment with bated breath
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This is a very helpful if not expensive video but did answer so many questions I had on ironing. I hate the job but always wondered how dry cleaners made a good job on my clothes. It’s skill and tools
I just bought an iron and ironing board. Gonna get my shirts looking perfect.
Good video, while i likely won't use all the suggestions, i will certainly use some. Thank you! Clothes make the man!
Tips please to remove wrinkles or puckers from upper shoulder where sleeve connects to jacket.
First of all I want to highly commend you for sharing an abundance of helpful information on how to prepare to iron/press your own clothing watching your video the other day somewhat took me back to my boyhood and watching my grandmother iron clothes she unfortunately did not have the luxury of steam ironing in fact I recall her using one of those irons that look like a solid piece of steel that you heat up and use with extreme care to avoid burning your article of clothing as I got a bit older she passed onto me some valuable tips on how to properly iron clothes some of the things you even mention in this first part series of videos on ironing personally I enjoy ironing my own clothes because for me I find it to be somewhat therapeutic again thanks and look forward to the next video on ironing.
Well done. This is valuable to know.
Great video, you explain everything in detail, which is good.
Your Videos are the best ... Dankeschön 😉
Hi GG... Off topic but here goes. I spent my after school time and Saturday's working for a high end tailor in downtown Montreal (Russel's Fine Mens Wear) on Rue Sherbrooke. Real tailors, nothing off the rack all shirts and suits were hand made, made to measure. They catered to exclusive, high end type customers. I very much enjoy your show, I believe much of what you discuss has been lost through the generations. I do have an observation, more of a personal preference. In you're video, when you show your trousers, I feel they are too short. In the front I prefer to see a slight 'break' in the pant crease near the shoe while the back crease is at the heel (or ever so slightly below). Can you comment on setting pant length. Cheers!
Sprating the clothes with distilled water, rain water, or Niagara spray starch provide outstanding results. If you hand wash your clothes, wash with rain water to use less soap and rinse with regular water.
very helpful video! could you please do one on gentleman style for students? (both slightly modern and affordable)
We did 15 tips on how to dress like a gentleman on a budget. Very applicable to students
I didn't know ironing was an art! :O (thank you for the videos)
This came at the perfect time - I’ve been having a hard time finding a professional cleaner that I trust.
Thank you!
Very good video, and something I have struggled with, although I recognize the value and necessity of ironing. On the other hand, I would rather have my gentleman's gentleman do this for me, if only I had one.
Looking for tips on getting wrinkles out of a tie.
I'm joining the military soon & a lot of time will be spent washing, drying, ironing & folding clothes. Is it advisable to dry clothes with an iron to speed the process up?
Excellent advice! If I can add one point (as someone who takes great pleasure in ironing my own 100% cotton dress shirts). When choosing a steam iron be sure to buy one that has a steam rating of 1500 Watts or higher. If the steam iron does not advertise the rating it probably does not have enough steam power to iron all-cotton dress shirts. They require plenty of steam to really flatten wrinkles well. I was not aware of the vacuum boards. I'm going to look for one! Thanks!
+Don Peterson It can certainly be an indicator but wattage just tells you how much something consumes. Just because a car uses a lot of gas doesn't tell you if it has a lot of horse power ;)
I stand corrected! Your response prompted me to do a bit more research. The wattage rating is an indicator of how fast a steam iron heats up and how hot it gets. The hotter the steam iron gets the better it is at producing the steam needed to melt wrinkles. There is no rating that indicates directly how much steam an iron produces. There is a general correlation between the price of a steam iron and its ability to produce adequate amounts of steam (with a few value-priced exceptions). As always, I enjoy your videos and the careful research you put into them. Thanks!
Very nicely done, I shall buy a decent ironing board immediately.
There’s nothing like a freshly aired ironed shirt, many thanks.
1:38 Denim! I never expected that. No criticism, just surprised me. I love your work and channel. I'm grateful for everything I've learned from you. Best wishes.
However.......whilst you do hold mentor/ sage status, should this go any further (hoodies, track suits etc) thumbs down are not "off the table" lol!
Great video but you can’t under estimate the value of a quality iron. A professional grade iron is magic. It really makes the ironing experience much better with a great result. I use a Philips PerfectCare Elite Plus Limited Edition Steam Generator Iron. It’s very expensive, but well worth it.
in my opinion this haircut is the best for you , far away better than the usually i see in your videos which, personally, i didn't like ,
so thanks for your high level videos , you are the different one from the others
Since you’ve got the expensive options for everything else I thought I would mention that seamstresses use silk organza pressing cloths
EPIC VIDEO. i remember when you had less than 5k subs..........damn i should have started a youtube channel back then. i had just bought i am dandy book and now look at you. making amazing vids with a massive following. PEOPLE FOLLOW YOUR HEART HE DID IT AND NOW HE IS HUGE!
Great video. I've had a steam board for years and have had very good results.
I think I'll have to get a vacuum board.
agreed
I luuuuurrrve my kärcher board.. did you ever get one since the comment is two years old lol
I think I need to invest in better ironing equipment. Thank you for another informative video 😊👔
And if anyone ever melts something synthetic onto their iron I can tell you that turning the iron on and rubbing the stain with paracetamol (panadol, Tylenol, etc) will clean it off really nicely just watch your fingers!
In your misty spray bottle, pop in a tiny drop of fabric conditioner... A nice smelling one.
Does the Gentleman's Gazette agree or not?
Do you have a recommended brand for the ironing pad. It is hard to find one that is padded enough!
Great advice. These items seem to make a real difference in the clothes.
I learned how to iron so good from youtube co-workers and customers always ask do I take my clothes to the cleaners lol
No luck finding an ironing board such as the one in this video on Amazon. Please recommend a brand and/or source. Thank you.
+FC Etier we have all the links is in our guide on the website. Please check it out
I have the vacuum board and the steam press but I only use the steam press for my dress pants because it makes for a WONDERFUL and quick ironing very professional but I'd never use it on anything but pants because shirts and the other things are much more complicated to iron.
Can you tell me where I can learn more about how to use a vacuum board please?
Nice video, I spent $90 on a good iron and $65 on a decent board, I thought I was close to good. Watching this video I see I gotta buy like 10 other things. I don't even think I own $500 worth of clothes any more. I wonder if buying a $499 vacuum board would be overkill? lol. Until this video I had no idea they existed, now I feel I need one.
Here in the Netherlands you can use tap water for ironing, you can even drink the tap water, everybody does it.
The wonders of a civilized society... here in South America you drink tap water and die with dysentery... :(
Same in Scotland, some of the cleanest water on earth, but if you go to London distilled water in the way to go.
quality information, do love my clapper use it on seams when ironing and my Rowenta.
Amazing information sir, I’ll take your words to heart.
The manual on my Rowenta iron says to never use 100% distilled water because it can cause the iron to spit and leak. Does this apply to all irons? Or just Rowenta brand? 5:41
I bought a vacuum ironing board in Egypt but there was no instruction manual with it, just a 2 page leaflet in Arabic which I don't understand. Where can I learn more about how to get the best out of my vacuum board please?
But now I am curious about the advantages and disadvantages of starching a shirt. So it would be great if you could make a Part III about that!
Incredible, thank you!
How does Iron Man iron his suits?
Thank you for this video sir.
Awesome
Could you please include a link of where to buy your sleeve board in the info section below the video? I can’t find it online and your link in the video to it is not working on my iPad, thank you in advance
Great video! Looking forward to the other parts
Is there an optimal shape of tailor's pressing ham for menswear?
I'm going to go with a wool of some sort on one side cotton on the other.
Mainly for suits, sports jackets.
Hi, nice video. Is there any possibilities for mixing perfume with Steam Water
Nice video. What do you think about laurastar ironing boards?
I love watching your videos, SOOO helpful!!!
Thank you!
ITS VERY GOOD
What us the purpose of the spray nozzle on an iron?
What brand starch do you suggest?
I don't think I've ever seen you Sven before wearing jeans :)) Looking good ;)
I would really like the starched shirts video
very informative. you introduced me to somethings I didn't know
What do you think of non-iron shirts? Waste of money or not?
+MrDosonhai there is no such thing as a non-iron shirt. Most so called non-stop iron shirts are treated with formaldehyde. The fabric feels weird and the stuff that helps to prevent wrinkles comes off after you wash it for 8-10 times. Erin has a proprietary formula that makes it easier and quicker to iron but the shirts cost close to $300 off the rack...
Gentleman's Gazette Thank you for your info.
Thank you for the useful advice and techniques for iron men's clothing! Very helpful! (Yet your ensemble in this video is distracting. The bottom button of the double-breasted suit jacket should not be button; buttoning both buttons looks a bit like a sausage casing. If you are wearing a real or fabric flower buttonhole, the pocket square is excessive--buttonhole or pocket square, not both. The patterned trousers are attractive but the cuff looks oversized. The matching cufflinks and ring look as if you are trying too hard. I love bow ties but this tie with pointed ends is visually disconcerting with the flat loop above one of the pointed ends.)
Hi Raphael,
Do you have any advice on the size of clapper to buy? I have seen ones varying in size from 8 to 11 inches, even with the same brand. Are there benefits to longer ones?
Hi Sven, any tips on how to get those minerals out of the iron? Because I have them, brownish, they do stain and how do I get rid of them?
Thyworm
I would try to flush out the iron with a mixture of distilled water and a very mild acid which doesnt have a scent. Of course after that you should flush out your iron again but this time only with distilled water to prevent the acid from harming your garment.
Please excuse my english im a non- native speaker.
+Thyworm use distilled water and a splash of clear, colorless l, filtered vinegar. Put the iron on the hottest setting and full steam. Wait until it is hot. Now use the steam button
+Thyworm just repeat that until you do not see any residue anymore. At the end use just distilled water and steam it out once again
I am chief cook and bottle washer in our house. I’ll teach you. 🤣🤣🤣
What type of sleeve (Sky Blue) ur using in top of ur ironing board?
Great video with lots of good info. However, I've heard that steaming your suits can result in seams coming undone and other deformations happening - is this something to worry about or is it just a myth?
It depends on what type of threads used. COTTON WILL not last as long as polyester.
Thank you for sharing....
Ironing rule No.1: Always iron in your white, sleeveless, preferably Schiesser undershirt.
what is the name of the ironing board in the video?I was unable to find it on the website.
Reliable 500 or 550 on Amazon.
Do you wear the suit also when you walk your dog? 😆
Cool!
Cool video i enjoyed it
i love this
I’m not trying to be rude ,but, I’ve noticed that in some of your videos you mention Donegal Tweed, it’s actually pronounced “Dun-ee-gol” tweed. It’s not a problem I just thought I would let you know
when is the next one of these?
Quick question. What are called shirts that are coloured/striped/whatnot but keep a white collar ??
I really fancy those but so hard to come by. Thanks
+Fiftoufi Winchester shirts
Winchester shirts.
Big thanks !!
Interesting video and great ideas. However, I suggest that you get more practice in ironing a shirt. You appear to iron around the potential wrinkles instead of flattening the shirt front out to iron the pockets.
+Murray Farrell MC this was a video about ironing tools, stay tuned for the how to iron a short video ;)
I've been ironing my whole life with my mom, but I'm nowhere near as good as her and I'm already in my 20s. The hardest part is ironing my skirts and we don't have an ironing table, just some unused bed sheets and a large dining table
One thing i have observed in most of ur vdos, that ur pants are always folded at the end... why this is so? Is there any specific reason to fold pants at the end?
It's called turn-up or cuffs and it is a classic feature in menswear. It also helps to add a bit of weight do the pants fall better.
Andrew Mair as I’m sure you can tell by the way Sven is dressed his channel is not about latest men’s fashion, he’s all about classic men’s fashion from the golden age
Andma Amam You can leave now, thanks. A staple of his channel and his general beliefs that he has repeated time and time again is the idea of fashion vs style. Fashion is trendy and comes and goes. However, your own personal style can stay as long as you want it to. You keep following silly trends, and we will keep following our own silly style which neither knows nor cares for trends. We like classic clothes here and always will. So again, thanks for your opinion and bye.
I really like your videos, very great quality. The only downside for me is that you have your lights to bright. This reallt makes the video hard to see
I learned to iron when I was 5 years old 😂😂😂😂
Where's "Part 2?" I can't find the "How to iron a dress shirt." Thanks.
+FC Etier in the making, stay tuned
Where is his accent from?
did he just say that that ironing board is 400 to 500 3:35
$600 for an ironing board?!?!
Cheaper than having a live in valet.
Home Truth Family Dreem Iron power / Eyes Body Perfume
Avoid saying 'pain in the b***'. A gentleman should avoid such course comments and cliches. M.
Imo, Sven needs a new stylist!
man 3:33 ruins everything really
Who want to see my tuxedo?
I need someone's opinion about it.
kacper oleszko I can give you some advice but idk how much my opinion is worth
reese cripe, I will send you a photo - give me your email, please.
Is everyone watching this video like this crazy fancy, but me
Well...do you really iron your shirts in a stroller jacket?
Jeeves always took his off to don her apron.