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Shetland Sweaters for Fall

August 20, 2012

Shetland Sweaters For Fall

I have mixed feelings about Shetland sweaters. On the one hand, they’re itchy, scratchy, and not the most refined looking…

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Q and Answer: Can I Alter a Sweater?

May 10, 2012

Q And Answer: Can I Alter A Sweater?

Hayden asks: Can you alter a sweater? Looking at getting a cashmere sweater on eBay but the pictures make it look…

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J Press shaggy dog sweaters: $108, down from $180

February 29, 2012

J Press Shaggy Dog Sweaters: $108, Down From $180

J Press shaggy dog sweaters: $108, down from $180 People who are curious about sizing can use this as a…

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It’s On Sale: John Smedley

January 18, 2012

It’s On Sale: John Smedley

John Smedley is having their end-of-the-season sale. Sweaters are 50% off and begin at $90. They’re a bit expensive, to be…

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What a Sweater Is

December 22, 2011

What A Sweater Is

tumblr_lwgvxsNcr81qz88ob daveshumka: I’m doing a holiday special for CBC Radio 3.  It airs on cbcradio3.com on Christmas Day at 5pm…

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It’s On Sale

October 29, 2011

It’s On Sale

To celebrate their new store opening on 5th Avenue in New York City, Uniqlo is offering a pretty big discount…

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How to Soften Wool

October 26, 2011

How To Soften Wool

If you happen to have any wool knits that feel too itchy to wear, try this simple solution: Fill a…

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Don't Dry Clean Sweaters.

October 24, 2011

Don’t Dry Clean Sweaters.

Please. Just hand wash them. Every few months, if they need it.

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Q and Answer: Should I Wear a Sweater with a Suit?

October 10, 2011

Q And Answer: Should I Wear A Sweater With A Suit?

Peter asks: As the weather gets cooler, but still too warm for topcoats, do you think it’s appropriate/advisable to layer…

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A Basic Cashmere Wardrobe for Men

September 27, 2011

A Basic Cashmere Wardrobe For Men

It doesn’t get much more versatile than a simple v-neck sweater in a basic, solid color. It doesn’t get much…

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Colors for fall

September 26, 2011

Colors For Fall

Colors for fall, via Stiljournalen.

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Autumn has caught us in our summer wear

September 21, 2011

Autumn Has Caught Us In Our Summer Wear

Autumn has caught us in our summer wear. – Philip Larkin, British poet Fall officially begins on Friday. Before you…

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Brooks Brothers Friends and Family Sale

September 19, 2011

Brooks Brothers Friends And Family Sale

Brooks Brothers’ Friends and Family Sale begins this Thursday. Nearly everything in their stores will be discounted by 25%. It’s…

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J Crew and Loro Piana

September 15, 2011

J Crew And Loro Piana

J Crew uses Loro Piana cashmere yarn for its sweaters. So what accounts for the difference between $1,000+ Loro Piana…

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Brooks Brothers Clearance Sales

August 1, 2011

Brooks Brothers Clearance Sales

Brooks Brothers has some nice things on clearance right now. There are two items in the inventory that I own and…

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