Showing posts with label england. Show all posts
Showing posts with label england. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Class is in

Well, being white is cool again. Seems like most of the current trends are taking a cue from the past, that is, the look of old money. I've always loved this aesthetic, regardless of the class implications. In my opinion, though, these kinds of clothes are best worn by those who are able to create a fresher, more contemporary look ... otherwise, it makes for boring dowdiness.

New lines like Rag & Bone, Band of Outsiders, Filippa K, and Trovata all retain wonderful, nostalgic details of older lines like Fred Perry, Burberry, Aquascutum, and Brooks Brothers. I feel like bridging the gap between old and new is key in wearing this look.

Tweed, pocket square, tie, three piece suit on Look Book.

Aspinal Herringbone Merino Scarf

The Fleur de Lys, still popular.

Top Shop's take.

Brooks Brothers Navy Double Breasted Suit Jacket (everyone is ripping this off these days)

Rag & Bone's contemporary logo on vintage style brass buttons.

Rag & Bone blouse
Boy by Band of Outsiders' take on the double breasted suit jacket.

Keira Knightley (whom Aubz hates) in a flawless, classic outfit.

Other old school things I love: tweed, oiled leather, black/navy + gold, unembellished buckles, attachés, tartan, 100% wool, poplin, houndstooth, herringbone, contrast collars, french cuffs, tie blouses, oxfords, wingtips, a-line skirts, sheepskin collars, plaid linings.
- s.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Persistent Plaid

The problem with tasteful trends is that everyone co-opts classy, nice things so much that it becomes hard to discern between wearers with good taste and clueless followers. Plaid and flannel and gingham and tartan and blah blah blah blah is so popular these days. I can't complain because it's now readily available wherever I go that I don't have to search for it. Well, that's not true; I now have to search for really special, unique patterns and colors that would go over the head of the average entry-level alt idiot.

I found this vintage Aquascutum plaid scarf on ebay. I can't afford it, but man, is it beautiful. I love the colors and the tasteful lines/stripes that trim the plaid.

It has now occurred to me that some people may find it confusing that a small asian girl dresses like an old white man.


- s.