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Accessories for Modern Gentlemen: Bow Ties

Earlier when I traced the history of the modern necktie I deliberately did not mention one particular development – the bow tie. The bow tie shares the same origins as the necktie. It was Pierre Lorillard who made the black bow tie a standard piece of formal attire for gentlemen. This designer is credited with creating the tuxedo which was named after Tuxedo Park (located … Continue reading Accessories for Modern Gentlemen: Bow Ties

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Fashion and Lifestyle

Trousers or Pants? You decide.

Image may be subject to copyright.  Last Tuesday I saw a rather embarrassing scene while watching the European Champions League match between Bayern Munich and FC Porto: Pep Guardiola had a nice size tear in his pants. Sorry Pep, but all that gesticulating in that Slim-Fit dress pants was bound to end in disaster. Good thing Bayern won.The Americans say “pants” while the British call … Continue reading Trousers or Pants? You decide.

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