Monthly Archives: October 2012

Classic Gray Flannel Pinstripe

Posted on October 30, 2012 by LW

Natural shoulder, slightly shaped coat with front darts and notched lapels, flapped pockets, flat front trousers with belt loops and two inch cuffs. This is the classic “winter” business striped suit. “Winter” is in quotes Bruce flannel used to be … Continue reading →

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How To Wear It: Patterns vrs. Solids.

Posted on October 26, 2012 by LW

(A sharp alternative for evening. Too much? Consider the solid suit in a lux fabric.) We’re big fans of chalkstripes, Prince of Wales plaids, pinstripes, broken stripes, windowpanes, Glen check, Houndstooth, nailhead, and just about any other pattern you can … Continue reading →

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Links to the Past: Guinness is Good for You.

Posted on October 2, 2012 by LW

Guinness Promotional Cufflinks, probably from the 1930’s, enamel, rare  $125.00.[wp_cart:Guinness Links:price:125.00:end] “Arthur Guinness brewed his first stout in Dublin in 1759…” I used to win drinks by being able to recite the back of the bottle. This was before the … Continue reading →

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