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Friday, November 14th, 2008

NYT | Dress Codes | Plaid

Selectism - NYT | Dress Codes | Plaid

New York Times’ Fashion & Style section published a great photo essay, “Dress Codes | Plaid” covering the latest looks in plaid wear. Check for blazers from RL, wool Burberry pants, and much more. View the full photo essay at NYT.…

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Steven Heller on “The Best Buttons of 2008″

selectism - Steven Heller on "The Best Buttons of 2008"

With the election over it is time to focus attention squarely on the future. That said, peaking back to the sea of promotional and propagandist material that swirled around us in 2008 has merit. Steven Heller, author of the excellent…

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Friday, October 31st, 2008

Looking Good: The Sequel

selectism - Looking Good: The Sequel

Assessing trends in menswear has, perhaps, never been easier. The number of trackers, media outlets and blogs (we all know) is staggering. Contextualizing trends and drawing comparisons between eras is less common. Thanks are due, then, to the New York…

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Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

NYT | The Fashion Report of 1920

Selectism - NYT | The Fashion Report of 1920

A sure sign that workwear is about to the mainstream is a mention in a major newspaper. Though the New York Times may not be the first NYC based newspaper to pick up on the theme of workwear (see the…

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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Zaha Hadid’s Chanel Pavilion

selectism - Zaha Hadid's Chanel Pavilion

Much noise has been generated over Zaha Hadid’s Chanel Pavilion. Located in Central Park, the structure is designed to house a pop up exhibition of art inspired by the 2.55 handbag. Entry is free, but requires advanced RSVP. The event…

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Friday, September 26th, 2008

The Moment | T’s Fall Design Issue

The Moment | T’s Fall Design Issue

The new Fall 2008 Design Issue of the NYT’s T Magazine is available now. "The issue looks at the renewed interest in clean, functional furnishings; checks out the design scene in Philadelphia; visits a cutting-edge artist who works in…

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Thursday, July 31st, 2008

NYT – Shorts Crack the Code

NYT – Shorts Crack the Code

NYT’s Guy Trebay brings to the masses a story regarding the trend of above the knee shorts and their surge as part of the businessman’s casual Friday look in the workplace. "The bare ankle migrated from country-club Saturdays to meeting-room…

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Thursday, July 24th, 2008

NYT’s on Provincetown’s Changing Fashion

NYT’s on Provincetown’s Changing Fashion

Ptown; known for decades as Cape Cod’s Mecca for gay and lesbian summer outings is now beginning to shed its fashion negative looks. NYT’s Mike Albo describes "the sporty college jock look has been a reigning summer style for guys…

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Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

Gear Test, Waterproof Backpacks

Gear Test, Waterproof Backpacks

The NYT times spent some time with waterproof backpacks recently. They examinedand reviewed a stack of them in their latest product slideshow which can beviewed online here.

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Thursday, May 8th, 2008

NYT: Men in Plaid do Mix

NYT: Men in Plaid do Mix

David Coleman explores the touchy world of clashing wardrobe combinations on men for NYT. “To someone learning English, or learning how to dress, it is not the four-syllable words or the obscure necktie knots that provoke the most confusion. It…

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