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Harry S. Truman on his wedding day in 1919

August 10, 2011

Harry S. Truman On His Wedding Day In 1919

Kansas City haberdasher & president-to-be Harry S. Truman on his wedding day in 1919. Note that his suit looks almost…

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“Serious Outfits.”

August 7, 2011

“Serious Outfits.”

I call this one “Serious Outfits.” via Agence Eureka

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Badminton player, photographed Gjon Mili for Life Magazine in 1939

August 2, 2011

Badminton Player, Photographed Gjon Mili For Life Magazine In 1939

Badminton player, photographed Gjon Mili for Life Magazine in 1939. Demonstrating the power of flannel trousers. via Hollister Hovey

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Wearing shorts during the hottest months of the year

August 1, 2011

Wearing Shorts During The Hottest Months Of The Year

Since I moved to Los Angeles from San Francisco, I’ve had to adjust to the idea of wearing shorts during…

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Q and Answer: What Color Shoes Should I Wear With a Navy Suit?

June 9, 2011

Q And Answer: What Color Shoes Should I Wear With A Navy Suit?

Peter writes: I was recently given a fantastic vintage navy blue suit from the ‘70s by my father. The only…

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High summer style, circa 1937

June 8, 2011

High Summer Style, Circa 1937

High summer style, circa 1937, at Gentleman’s Gazette.

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Q and Answer: Why Are Vintage Ties Short?

June 8, 2011

Q And Answer: Why Are Vintage Ties Short?

Eijah writes to ask: For the second time, I found myself with a vintage tie I’d bought online that was…

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Dinnerware designed for use on board the Superchief

May 27, 2011

Dinnerware Designed For Use On Board The Superchief

How wonderful is this dinnerware designed for use on board the legendary passenger train the Superchief? I’m not a train…

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Maximinimus longs for the return of the old Banana Republic

May 15, 2011

Maximinimus Longs For The Return Of The Old Banana Republic

Maximinimus longs for the return of the old Banana Republic. Perhaps he might enjoy the book published by the company’s…

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Put This On Episode 5: Clothing Credits

May 9, 2011

Put This On Episode 5: Clothing Credits

Intro:Tie: Pierrepont HicksShirt: Lands’ EndSweater: Vintage Scottish CashmereJeans: Levis LVC 1947Shoes: GrensonVest: Lands’ End At J. Press:Shirt: CEGO Custom ShirtmakerJacket:…

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It’s On eBay: Vintage J. Press Necktie

April 24, 2011

It’s On EBay: Vintage J. Press Necktie

There is a case to be made for never buying a necktie new. For 90% of men, any tie they…

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It’s On eBay: Circa 1960s Madras Blazer

April 22, 2011

It’s On EBay: Circa 1960s Madras Blazer

Starts at $29.99, Ends Monday

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Great flea markets almost every weekend of the month

April 10, 2011

Great Flea Markets Almost Every Weekend Of The Month

One of the best parts of living in Southern California is the access to great flea markets almost every weekend…

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Andy sends this amazing vintage advertisement

March 28, 2011

Andy Sends This Amazing Vintage Advertisement

Andy sends this amazing vintage advertisement. Apparently it was part of his American Studies curriculum – a segment on the…

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Australian Mugshots from the 1920s from the book City of Shadows: Sydney Police Photographs 1912-1947

March 28, 2011

Australian Mugshots From The 1920s From The Book City Of Shadows: Sydney Police Photographs 1912-1947

Australian Mugshots from the 1920s from the book City of Shadows: Sydney Police Photographs 1912-1947, via Awesome Robo and Patton…

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