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Forgotten British Textile Labels

October 30, 2017

Forgotten British Textile Labels

We don’t write much about designer clothing, but this season’s Dries van Noten collection is pretty great. For this year’s…

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Q & Answer: When <em>Shouldn’t</em> You Go Bespoke?

June 25, 2013

Q & Answer: When Shouldn’t You Go Bespoke?

Philip asks: I’m considering how I should spend $400 to buy a suit. I can either purchase one from a…

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Now that’s what I call a Madras suit

September 4, 2012

Now That’s What I Call A Madras Suit

Colonel Alexander Gardner, 1864 From Wikipedia: Gardner was involved in numerous gun fights and sword fights during his career. He…

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Q and Answer: What’s the Difference Between Plaid, Tartan and Madras?

February 9, 2011

Q And Answer: What’s The Difference Between Plaid, Tartan And Madras?

Michael asks: I have looked for an explanation of the difference (or relationship) between plaid, madras, and tartan. The results…

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Florsheim Limited Veblen

December 7, 2010

Florsheim Limited Veblen

An anonymous emailer brought these lovely longwings to my attention. They’re from a new venture by Florsheim called Florsheim Limited;…

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Britain’s Prince Charles dances with villagers at Tolasar village

October 11, 2010

Britain’s Prince Charles Dances With Villagers At Tolasar Village

Britain’s Prince Charles dances with villagers at Tolasar village near Jodhpur in India’s state of Rajasthan October 5, 2010.  REUTERS/Sunil…

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