Outfits

The Navy Blue Spring Summer Suit

The Navy Blue Spring Summer Suit

by on March 19, 2011

After our recent introduction of the paddock coat, we will now continue the series with another spring suit as shown in Apparel Arts 1939.  [more…]

Downton Abbey & Huntsman

Downton Abbey & Huntsman

by on February 19, 2011

Lately, we had the opportunity to watch the first season of Julian Fellowes’ period drama Downton Abbey. It is set mostly in and around the fictional Downton Abbey, a 1,000 acre estate which is inhabited by Robert Crawley, the current Earl of Grantham, his family and servants. [more…]

Informal Country Style – Apparel Arts  1938

Informal Country Style – Apparel Arts 1938

by on January 30, 2011

Today we are taking a closer look at informal country and horse race outfits by the famous fashion illustrator Laurence Fellows. [more…]

The British Warm Overcoat

The British Warm Overcoat

by on January 20, 2011

Today, I  will discuss all you need to know about the famous British Warm overcoat, including the history, [more…]

Winter Sports – Apparel Arts 1932

Winter Sports – Apparel Arts 1932

by on January 8, 2011

While some people decide to spend time at a warm weather destination during the winter, others prefer winter sports like [more…]

Resort Wear: PF Flyers Canvas Shoes

Resort Wear: PF Flyers Canvas Shoes

by on December 29, 2010

The idea of writing about a canvas sneaker in the middle of a freezing winter might seem out of place. However, those very [more…]