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Fashion Of Men Reflects Economy And Era Shifts
Oscar Schoeffler, former Esquire fashion director, edits a 21st Century Men's Fashion Encyclopedia noting how postwar and economic shifts shaped menswear. He recalls the 1940s to 1950s lean silhouette, single breasted suits, and the rise of casual wear, while today’s fabrics and colors reflect global influences and evolving tastes.
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Esquire Magazine
Spit Schoeffler
Columbia
Wos
En’s Wear
Schoeffler
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Duke of Windsor