The Graduate (1967) is one of my favorite movies and possibly my favorite film of the 1960s. In the last 20 minutes of the film, the protagonist, Benjamin Braddock, wears an eggshell white hooded windbreaker (see above) as he races up and down California to win over Elaine, the daughter of the wife (Mrs. Robinson) […]
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Since today is Memorial Day in the US, let’s talk about military dress. In these photos, you’ll see hints of some of the key dimensions of men’s clothing – color, cloth, multiple levels of formality (not just one!) and the peaceful coexistence of utility and ornamentation (e.g. regarding accessories). Why is all of this
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I haven’t had a chance to chat with my shirtmaker Freddy Vandecasteele in several months. But it goes without saying that he’s probably been busy making both men’s and women’s shirts. Recently, women’s fashion blogger Kristopher Dukes became a customer of Freddy and gives her review here.
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I came across Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round (1966) late one night and missed the first half hour or so, which was a pity. Don’t miss it if you are a student of 1960s design and style or a fan of the lanky and accomplished James Coburn. He’s a smoother, more rugged version of Jimmy
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If you’re in Amsterdam this month, don’t miss the exhibition “At the Russian Court: Palace and Protocol in the 19th Century” at the Hermitage Amsterdam museum (ends January 31). This inaugural exhibition of the museum recreates the sumptuous materiality of courtly life in 19th century tsarist Russia. For the sartorially inclined, there’s an extensive display
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This post is severely overdue but better late than never, right? Includes photos of London (Savile Row, Kensington) and Bath (Fashion Museum). Kensington: Hornets, Michael German Antiques Savile Row Bath: Fashion Museum The following are shots of some of the Fashion Museum permanent collection: Chanel & Topshop Mary Quant / Ossie Clark / Missoni 1970s
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Ah, the 1970s – it was the best of times and the worst of times. In terms of good clothes and decent style, it was perhaps more of the latter. While I suspect many would agree with this assessment, the 70s were not a complete loss. Take the slowly disappearing art of the roast. Style
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It appears the 2008 discussion thread of the year enjoyed a brief revival since my post last month. This generated additional discussion that, in turn, has led me to award the 2008 post of the year to Styleforum member DocHolliday. He writes: I find the quality comparisons of high-end RTW interesting in that they focus
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