Lightweight Rain Coats Show Varied Styles and Fabrics
The piece reviews three raincoat types Oiled rubberized and weather proofed noting oil fabric coats as ideal for government uniforms and laymen. It discusses venting weight full cut bellows effect and color ranges amber sea green brown black dark blue and pattern options like checks and herringbone. It compares rubberized versions from England and the United States with dark and light shades and university and business wear preferences.
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England
Hat Styles Show Personality From Snap Brims To Tyrolean Crowns
A fashion column notes hats reveal a man’s character through fit and finish. It surveys snap-brim and welted brim styles, bound edges, Tyrolean designs, chamois tails, and color trends from medium browns to grays, with tips on face types and cocked angles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyrol
Homburg
Semi-Homburg
Ascot leather watch guard styles noted
The piece describes lapel watch guards for Ascot attire using a button loop or metal bar attachment. It notes leather varieties including solid-smooth grained buckskin and braided options, highlighting smart style.
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Ascot
Pleated Trousers and Fashion Details Influence Era Style
The piece notes Edward VIII popularizing high waist pleated trousers and slide fasteners, citing comfort and fit. It credits the Prince of Wales and Edward VII for influences like the homburg hat and color trends, while advising cautious adoption of bold evening colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Edward VIII
London
United States
Homburg
Edward VII
Hamberg
Germany
Hamburg
Foulard
Tweed and Shetland Caps Gain Gaiety in Spring Styles
Caps in bold patterns and district checks surge this season as drivers and golfers embrace colorful headwear. Early spring favors tweed and Shetland patterns, with tan and brown overchecks and white linen mesh variants offering airier options.
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Shetland
Pointed End Bow-Tie Adds A Spring Touch
As May flowers bloom bow-ties flutter in spring breezes signaling sartorial changes. The pointed end leads fashion with square ends lingering, foulards and polka dots in various colors and patterns gain popularity among men away from campuses. Lightweight wools and chalks with printed figures suit the look. Striped rep ties maintain a medium width with dark tones.
Proper Garters Fit Explained By Survey
A survey finds most men wear garters incorrectly with the pad outside or over the knee bone. The correct wear places the pad on the inside of the leg, reducing discomfort and improving fit.
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Edmund Lowe
Adolph Menjou
Alps
Kresge’s
First Avenue SE
Shagbuck
Weder’s
Iowa Theatre Building
Glenhaven
Our Men’s
Grayco
Killian Company
Krall Shoe CO
First Street
Killian
Killian’s
Glenhavens
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