Showing posts from category: vintage clothes
Tuesday, 20 February 2018

The Turner Twins Interviewed: Comparing Old and New Expedition Clothing

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I've written before about my interest in natural and heritage fabrics, cotton and wool cloths, and their use in outdoor wear. I recent...
Saturday, 13 September 2014

Goodwood Revival - everything a man needs

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If I were a perfumer charged with creating a new man's fragrance it would have a base of fresh upland air laced with a sea breeze, hint...
Tuesday, 1 July 2014

Rowing Blazers by Jack Carlson: a book review for Henley

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ROWING BLAZERS is a celebration of the jaunty symbols of team spirit flaunted by rowers at Henley (which starts this week) and other regat...
Saturday, 24 August 2013

My Sister's Wedding - stylish guests and venue

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My sister, Carole, was married this last week. A photographer, she loves vintage and dancing and there were so many stylishly-dressed guests...
Wednesday, 24 April 2013

Cycling jacket nostalgia

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What did cyclists wear in the days before lightweight and breathable rain capes (or waterproof jackets as non-cyclists call them)? A common ...
Monday, 18 February 2013

Vintage oatmeal herringbone Harris tweed suit

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A vintage Harris tweed suit. Pocket square (vintage): Hornets . Tie (many years old): Gap. Shirt: Charles Tyrwhitt.
Saturday, 2 February 2013

Everest - inspiration from vintage images

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These images are from a poorly-printed book of photos of the 1952 Everest expedition. The colour is poor quality, but attractive. The mix ...
Sunday, 6 January 2013

Anoraks - The return of the mountain smock

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A man's tastes in clothes are undoubtedly shaped by the pleasant experiences of life. As a schoolboy I loved mountains (and still do). I...