Posts tagged: sweaters

The Classic Cardigan Works

By , November 7, 2012 9:00 am

The cardigan sweater is one of those classics that can suffer from an unfair reputation. Those of a certain generation may associate it with their grandfather sitting in his easy chair (as mine did), or the gentle Mr. Rogers on the children’s TV show.

But like many clothing items, those associations are subjective and tell only part of the story. For the first few decades of its popularity, the cardigan was associated with jocks, worn by collegiate rowers and professional baseball players alike, often with a varsity letter.

Later, in the 50s and 60s, it was a popular choice for executive types, the kinds of characters played by Cary Grant… Continue>>

What To Wear in Cooler Fall Weather

By , September 14, 2011 1:00 pm

Dressing for the elements in winter is easy: No matter how rushed you are, you know you need to grab your top coat on the way out.

But in the crisp autumn months before an overcoat is necessary, things get a bit trickier. You check the weather report, even step outside, then go back in and wonder if a sportcoat will be enough to keep you warm, and if an under shirt might help.

A vest or sweater is a much better option, and are the layering items that snappy dressers look forward to each fall, after a long summer of one-layer sartorial… Continue>>