Suits and the City

March 27 2012: Henry Stimler and Menachem Senderowicz, financiers (at Phoenix and Harthaven Capital, respectively) turned restaurateurs. I spotted Henry and Menachem, both Upper East Siders, in SoHo, New York where they are opening a new restaurant called Jezebel. They describe their style as ‘dressing for the occasion’ and note that if you look good, you feel good and you are productive in your work. They state that they are in the ‘business of meeting people’ so it's important to stand out with their own unique styles. They say their style is very British (Henry is British, while Menachem is originally from Belgium). They live by the motto ‘Dress British, Think Yiddish’ and their business is appropriately named B&Y Hospitality. Sartorially, both say the details are the most important part of an outfit. Menachem (left) adds that he has never worn a jacket without a pocket square

March 27 2012: Detail shot of Henry Stimler's suit jacket and accessories. Henry says his style differs from his business partner Menachem's in that he is more rock ‘n’ roll; he doesn't mind being a little less conservative

March 27 2012: Detail shot of Henry Stimler's watch and cufflinks. Henry's favourite place to buy suits is from New York City-based suitmaker Frans Nieuwendam

March 27 2012: Detail shot of Menachem Senderowicz's cufflinks and watch. Menachem says that his style differs from his business partner Henry's as he goes for a more Italian, tailored look

March 27 2012: Detail shot of Menachem Senderowicz's suit jacket, tie and pocket square. Menachem says his favourite place to buy suits is Eredi Pisano in Rome

March 27 2012: Detail shot of Menachem Senderowicz's shoes, which he had custom made in Italy