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i really didn't know much about Tom Ford & i found this article so interesting. especially how he saw himself as a designer, and his business acumen. https://www.gq.com/story/men-o.....-interview
The whole "shoes-on or shoes-off" at home debate continues to be an interesting one, especially when it comes to asking what your guests should do. As someone who needs to wear supportive shoes all the time because of foot issues - it can be a tricky conversation! This article covers both sides of the debate reasonably well.
Fascinating story on how the Tyrian purple pigment was seemingly lost for centuries and recently rediscovered. Hopefully, Tyrian purple will not succumb to the ravages of pollution and climate change.
J. Crew is 40 and better than ever! I've been appreciating their return to some higher quality fabrics and some updated classics this year. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/1.....ocked_arti
I've purchased 3 of their cotton garçon shirts, several roll neck sweaters in cotton, a pair of Kate trousers, and a cotton Breton stripe tee since March. I had not bought so much from them in years!
My local McDonald's gave me warmth whenever I missed the bus. Therefore, I would highly consider supporting their latest venture, a sweater for the season. https://www.thedailymeal.com/1.....days-2023/
Okay, so I have to share my friend Merja's recreation of one of the Fortuny "Delphos" dresses, from 2019. She baked the material in the oven to set the pleats, over a curved surface; she says when she does it again she will modify the technique somewhat. Fortuny took the secret to making the pleated silk to his grave, so all recreations of these dresses are having to invent the technique themselves.
https://thevou.com/fashion/sloane-ranger-style/
I found this an interesting take on the items and inspirations that go into a classic style type (there are others too: Northern Preppy, Southern Preppy, Equestrian, the French BCBG...)
The approach is very prescriptive (You must buy these brands...) which doesn't appeal to me at all. But the information is useful... Why gingham, why quilted vests, etc.