Formal wear for both sexes is firmly back in fashion. The return of timeless chic and tailoring has dominated women's wear during this year's various fashion weeks and runway shows.

Although men's fashion evolves at a much slower pace than women's, largely unaffected by micro trends and fads, it is clear the formal uniform of old has been abandoned in favour of the lazier attire of jeans, t-shirt and trainers.

But despite the largely universal move from genteel to casual wear, the suit, in all shapes, forms and colours is now making a distinct revival in both the mainstream and designer men's markets.

Investing in a quality piece of workmanship that you'll wear for years to come is one of the most appealing attributes of a suit. The same can't be said of most fashion trends, but this particular shift will project you into the world style.

But what styles, cuts and cloths should you be looking for? Read our brief guide to find out.

Despite the absence of an official dress code, the suit is the stable uniform for the modern business man. Our appearance at work is vastly important as it inadvertently exhibits what kind of person we are and how we conduct ourselves.

If you look like a respectable gentleman, undoubtedly you will be treated like a respectable gentleman.

Adding creativity or classical notes to your outfit will show those around you what kind of person you are – a sure fire way to get noticed.

In this guide Favourbrook will be condensing the numerous apparel options available ensuring you have that all important style edge.

London's classic barbers have been shaving the city's gents for centuries, and we at favourbrook know a perfect shave in an equally wondrous environment is hard to beat.

Here we spotlight one of Favourbrook's favorite destinations.

We hope that you enjoy our blog straight from the heart of Favourbrook HQ. We try to bring you an array of fashion news and style notes from the world of genteel dressing.

However, there is a huge selection of up and coming and established bloggers who live and breath style that we the team also love to visit. Here are a selection of our favorites.

With a cast that live in sharp suits and never have a hair out of place, the marketing mavericks of Mad Men and the razor sharp hacks from The Hour ooze old school style, making them the best-dressed TV shows of recent years.

So what is it about the late 50s/early 60s style that always looks so sharp?