‘British Style’ Category
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The triumph of cloth over silk in men’s clothing
0July 10, 2015 by Ville Raivio
“From the beginning of the [18th] century cloth had been the correct material for day wear; its quality constantly improved …
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A definition of the young fogey
0May 14, 2015 by Ville Raivio
“It is difficult to define the Young Fogey. The most obvious trait in him however, is that he likes to …
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The Tautz lapel
2April 4, 2015 by Ville Raivio
Edward Tautz founded his eponymous tailoring business in the West End London of 1876, later on renamed as E. Tautz&Sons. …
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Drake’s of London accessories
2March 19, 2015 by Ville Raivio
Drake’s of London is a unique accessories maker founded in, incidentally, London in 1977 by Michael Drake with Jeremy Hull …
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Sartorial malaise
0December 2, 2014 by Ville Raivio
“I am frequently asked whether I have an explanation for the truly appalling standards of dress exhibited by men (I …
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