‘Reading’ Category
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Why do the Japanese spend so much on clothing?
0February 19, 2016 by Ville Raivio
“For example, why have the Japanese been so interested in fashion — arguably far beyond other cultural fields? As Japanese …
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Some notes on dress at Eton College
4February 10, 2016 by Ville Raivio
“Some notes on dress at Eton College by an Eton pupil Dress regulations It is interesting to note that here …
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A definition of style
0October 29, 2015 by Ville Raivio
“Style is what happens when a person bends fashion to his personality.” – G. Bruce Boyer in his recent interview …
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Baldesar Castiglione’s definition of sprezzatura
0September 29, 2015 by Ville Raivio
“Therefore, whoever would be a good pupil must not only do things well, but must always make every effort to …
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J.H. Thornton’s Textbook of Footwear Manufacture
2July 8, 2015 by Ville Raivio
The Honourable Cordwainers’ Company is an American non-profit organization for all shoemakers who care about the Gentle Craft and its …
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