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Astaire’s style

September 5, 2014

Astaire’s Style

Much confusion arises about Astaire’s style because his style changed subtly over the years: his coats were tighter in the…

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How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Wear

March 6, 2014

How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Wear

Like anyone who feels guilty about how much they’ve spent on their shoes, I’m fairly good at taking care of…

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Q & Answer: Can I Wear A Button-Down Collar Shirt With A Suit?

April 16, 2013

Q & Answer: Can I Wear A Button-Down Collar Shirt With A Suit?

Timothy asks: In the pictures accompanying your post “That Enviable Roll,” several of the gentlemen appeared to be wearing suits….

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Fred Astaire

April 13, 2012

Fred Astaire

This photo of Fred Astaire in a pair of true natural waisted trousers (trousers that come up to your natural waist)…

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PTO Man: G. Bruce Boyer

March 7, 2012

PTO Man: G. Bruce Boyer

In this special bonus preview for Season Two of the menswear series Put This On, writer G. Bruce Boyer talks…

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Steven Hitchcock shows off one of his high armholes

March 3, 2012

Steven Hitchcock Shows Off One Of His High Armholes

Steven Hitchcock shows off one of his high armholes. Such armholes will allow you to lift up your arms without…

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Be yourself - but don’t be conspicuous

December 26, 2011

Be Yourself – But Don’t Be Conspicuous

Be yourself – but don’t be conspicuous. Fred Astaire’s style philosophy

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Fred Astaire on the Ivy League look

December 24, 2011

Fred Astaire On The Ivy League Look

The unpadded shoulders, the three-buttoned long and boxy coat, the too-short, thin pants, and the thin ties with striped buttoned…

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Vanity Fair’s The “Thriller” Diaries

June 25, 2010

Vanity Fair’s The “Thriller” Diaries

It was Deborah Landis’s job to play up Jackson’s masculinity while dressing him in hip, casual clothes that were comfortable…

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