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elcome to the fall 2007 edition of British Importers Magazine.
British Importers would like to thank each and every one of our customers for supporting B.I. through its move to the Yates Street location. Hard to believe, but September 1, 2005 marked the opening of our architecturally designed new space with its larger size and scope.
Moreover, through the support and encouragment of our many customers, we’ve continued to grow within the new space.
Womenswear, so new to B.I. two years ago, grew from a corner in the new store, to its own space, in excess of 1600 square feet, for fall
2006. To further enhance the womenswear shopping experience, British Importers is expanding its current womenswear space by almost
forty percent. The new portion is slated to be open September first. This enlarged floor area will allow for the introduction of new our
lines Hugo Boss Woman, Nanette Lapore, Pink Tartan, and Malene Birger, one of Denmark’s premier designers. Fall’s continuing lines
are no less exciting, including L.A.’s Robert Rodriguez, Laundry by Design, Fabrizio Gianni, as well as Norma Kamali, among others.
Whether it’s downtown, uptown, or out of town, B.I.’s keen, knowledgable womenswear staff will have you covered, in style.
For the B.I. man, cool clothes, both business and casual, for work and for weekend, remains a hallmark, and fall ’07 has it all. From the
magic touch of cashmere, whether dressy suits or soft-touch sweaters, to the supple leathers of Andrew Marc, luxury fabrics are a big
hit this autumn. So, too, is contrast. Wallets made from the finest calfskin to spun stainless steel offer tradition and future in one showcase. Men’s shoes has also become a high-demand category. In order to meet this demand, B.I.’s shoemakers, Geox of Italy, Ecco,
Donald Pliner, Hugo Boss, Mezlan of Spain, Kenneth Cole New York, and Cole Haan shine—no pun intended—with a wider selection
of quality and styles to suit the individual.
Please check out our page of events and special items for women, for men, and some for both. As always, allow us to extend an invitation to stop by and be part of the excitement at B.I. for fall 2007.
Best wishes,
All of us at British Importers
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Welcome
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Letter from our staff
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British Importers
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Fall store happenings & events
VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA
V8V 3M3
TEL: 250 386 1496
Getting Your Money’s Worth
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Looking stylish putting money in your wallet
The Secret is Out
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Coppley is in
Made-To-Measure
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Luxury, fit, status, and style
A Well Dressed Garden
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Your personal surroundings—a work of art
Layer It On
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Embrace fall’s hottest look
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Fashion History 101
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The handkerchief is nothing to sneeze at
Ski Dazzle
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Some of Canada’s hottest cold spots
B.I. Fashion Report
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Lots of luxe—ladies’ fall fashion
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Formal Invitation
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The return of the tuxedo
Of Arms and the Man
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Military has taken over menswear
Cary Grant
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And the secrets of the perfect suit
The Story of Selvage
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By Jeff Shafer, President of Jake Agave Denimsmith
Put it in Neutral
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Rich, warm neutral tones for your wardrobe
Bella Macchina
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Owning a Ferrari is a way of life
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Todd Tufts, Editor in Chief, Publisher
Gary Wollenhaupt, Editorial Director
Vence Vida, Art Director
Stephen R. Lewis, Copy Editor
British Importers Magazine is published by
Tufts Communications. © 2007,
Tufts Communications. All rights reserved.
Printed in the USA.
For information on local advertising and
available editorial profiling for local businesses
please contact Todd Tufts:
Tufts Communications • 1201 E. 5th Street
Suite 1009 • Anderson, IN 46012
Tel: 765-608-3081
Email: [email protected]
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STORE HAPPENINGS
Special Promotions and Autumn Store Events
This season’s most exciting in-store events and special promotions….
Menswear Classic Promotional Items :
In-Store Events :
September 15th start – The Classic V- Neck Cashmere Sweater
Soft and luxurious 100% cashmere, 2 ply v-neck sweaters to keep
you warm and well dressed all through the fall and the winter to come.
Available in black, chocolate, navy, charcoal gray, oxford gray, denim
blue and sand.
These classics are also perfect Christmas gifts .
MSRP $298. B.I. priced at 2 for $369 or $199 each.
Wednesday August 29th
Womenswear presents a trunk show for another new line to the B.I.
collection, Pink Tartan. Representative Pam Cook, in-store on this date
with her trunk full of goodies, will clearly demonstrate why the fashion
world loves this line. So, too, do many of today’s hottest celebrities.
Loyal customers like Kate Hudson, Kim Catrall and Victoria’s own
Nellie Furtado make Pink Tartan a must have for Fall 2007. Come down
to B.I., and try on some of the newest, most exciting fashion anywhere.
Enter to win a $100 gift certificate from B.I.
October 13th start – The Classic Cashmere Sport Jacket
From Loro Piana of Italy, one of the world’s finest textile millers,
comes 100% cashmere blazers, made expressly for British Importers
right here in Canada. Tailored in 2 button, side vent style, these luxurious classics are made for the office, for dinner or for a sport shirt and
denims. This is as stylish as it gets.
Available in black, navy, vicuna and charcoal gray.
MSRP $798. B.I. price at $499.
Thursday September 27th
Womenswear presents Malene Birger, distinguished Danish designer. Sold in 32 countries around the world, Malene Birger will host its
first ever Canadian trunk show at British Importers. Canadian representative Paula De Koos will be back at B.I., this time to introduce the
strong personality and sophisticated signature style of Malene Birger.
Come into the store and see Malene’s favourite items from her ready to
wear collection, which she calls her little darlings’ and enjoy a whole
day of fashion experiences.
On the same day, stalwart Laundry will be launching their new label
called Laundry by Design. The edgy looks of Laundry by Design will
mix beautifully into your wardrobe to bring your look forward for Fall
2007.
Enter to win a $100 Gift Certificate from B.I. Please RSVP your
attendance to [email protected].
November 10th start – The Classic Stretch Corduroy Pants
The stretch corduroy pant, made of 98 % cotton, 2% lycra is a perennial favourite. Pinwale cord with a flat front, slightly lower rise, side
pockets tipped with ultrasuede look sharp and feel great.
Washable . Stretch waistband.
Available in British tan, taupe, olive green, indigo blue, dark brown
and good old black.
MSRP $168. B.I. priced at $120 each or 2 for $199.
Saturday September 29th
Menswear presents a Toscano Trunk Show. Toscano is one of B.I.’s
most important knitwear suppliers for men. Come in and try on any of
an array of sport shirts, sweaters, and flat knits, including their famous
extra fine merino knitwear in polo, mock, crew and v-necks. Meet Jeff
Colt, Vice President of Toscano Canada. He will answer your questions
and with over 20 years experience, guide you in the right direction .
Enter to win a Gift Certificate for $300 worth of Toscano products.
James Gibson • B.I Staff
Jim came to Victoria via Montreal, pursuing his work in the broadcasting industry.
Ultimately unsatisfied in broadcasting, Jim
moved to the clothing industry in 1987, working for various clothing retailers including
B.I.’s own Master Clothiers on Fort Street.
Working at British Importers for since 1998,
Jim’s many customers count on him for top
notch service, as well as advice on fit, style
and presentation. You can too.
To contact Jim for a consultation, email
him at [email protected] or call him
at 250.386.1496.
Saturday October 20th
Womenswear & Menswear present Andrew Marc’s Trunk Show instore on this date. Andrew Marc of New York is the reigning King of all
things outerwear: cottons, nylon, wool coats, but especially Andrew
Marc leathers. Mark Boloton, head honcho for Canada, will again bring
along an excellent selection of outerwear and leathers to choose from.
All this in addition to B.I.’s own large selection of Andrew’s best.
Enter to win one Andrew Marc leather jacket, for men or women.
Thursday November 29th ( open to 7.30 P.M. this day only )
Womenswear & Menswear hosts our first ever Couples Christmas Event
Day. This day rolls last year’s separate mens’ and womens’ events into one
big day for everyone. Come into the store and purchase Christmas gifts for
your family and friends. B.I. staff will steer you to gifts perfect for your
those on your list, even if the present really is for you.
Wait … there’s more!
• Gift wrapping will be available to you for a donation to Hospice, a
need felt especially at Christmas time.
• Enjoy complimentary refreshments throughout the day, and after
5.30 P.M., you’re welcome to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or a
Stella Artois.
• Enter to win one of 4 gift B.I. Gift Certificates of $100 each, valid
for your next purchase(s).
• And finally, receive a discount of 20% on all purchases, this day
only !
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getting your money’s
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Survey Says! Looking stylish puts money back in your pocket.
Climbing the corporate ladder takes the right tools. Not
only do you have to excel at your job, you have to look good
doing it. Despite the lingering specter of business casual
dress, savvy business people know that a sartorial suit is
still key for getting ahead. A recent survey confirms that
instinct.
Questions
OfficeTeam advises professionals seeking advancement to ask themselves the following questions when selecting work attire:
Would managers at my company wear this? If the answer is no, it’s
probably not a wise choice for you, either.
Is it a distraction? Unless you’re in the fashion, entertainment, or
another creative industry, flamboyant or overly trendy attire can detract
from your credibility. Think it through and look professional.
Fortunately for you, just by purchasing the finest in menswear you’ll be
a leg up on your competition no matter the style.
Dress for success
Ninety-three percent of managers polled said a person’s style of
dress at work influences his or her chances of earning a promotion; onethird said on-the-job attire “significantly” affects an employee’s advancement prospects. Only 7 percent said dress had no influence at all.
The survey was developed by OfficeTeam, a leading staffing service
specializing in the placement of highly skilled administrative professionals. It was conducted by an independent research firm and includes
responses from 150 senior executives at the nation’s 1,000 largest companies.
“The old adage about dressing for the position to which you aspire
still holds true,” said Diane Domeyer, executive director of OfficeTeam.
“A polished appearance lends credibility and may help employers envision the staff member in a role with greater responsibility.”
“Attire is not the only thing workers are judged on, but it is part of
the equation,” Domeyer added. “While a proper wardrobe alone won’t
earn you a promotion, dressing inappropriately could cost you one.”
Does it give me confidence? When you’re dressed sharply, you’ll be
more self-assured. Look for attire that is flattering and makes you feel
good about yourself.
Is it crisp and new in appearance? Even in casual work environments, avoid clothes that are torn, wrinkled, or messy. Sloppy attire may
prompt your manager to question your attention to detail.
Does the suit fit me well? Clothing that fits well is especially important in a business environment. Avoid wearing an old model suit when
meeting with clients or potential employers. Your suit should be contemporary and body conscious. The proper suit should fit you like a glove
and show the proper amount of cuff. Never too big. Never too small.
MAKING THE RIGHT FASHION STATEMENT PUTS
YOUR CAREER ON THE RIGHT PATH.
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The Men’s Apparel Alliance, a group of clothing manufacturers and retailers, says
male executives should almost always wear a dress shirt, necktie, sport jacket or blazer,
and dress-casual business trousers to work.
A classic suit is always appropriate, no matter how the rest of the office occupants
dress. Even the most casually attired employees should don business trousers, business
shirts, and leather shoes.
Wearing a suit to the office, even if the dress code at your workplace is casual, may
boost your professional image, according to a recent survey from TheLadders.com, a job
site that lists executive-level openings.
Respondents included about 2,000 of the site’s members, with incomes of $75,000 or
more. Around 70 percent of the respondents said employees dressed in suits are perceived
to be more senior level, while 60 percent said these folks are taken more seriously.
Casual backlash
In today’s economy, it’s clearly out of style to be cavalier about being employed.
Even if you try to atone for your crimes of fashion by wearing a herringbone jacket, you
may be seen as arrogant if you wear jeans and tennis shoes in a white-collar environment.
“The trend of casualization has gone too far,” said James Ammeen, president of the
Men’s Apparel Alliance, in a released statement. “CEOs who were originally pressured
by their management to institute a casual dress policy to attract new employees and retain
existing ones are now trying to figure out how to repeal this so-called ‘perk’ in order to
increase professionalism and productivity.”
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBERT TALBOTT
Ninety-three percent of managers polled
said a person’s style of dress at work
influences his or her chances of earning
a promotion; one-third said on-the-job attire
“significantly” affects an employee’s
advancement prospects. Only 7 percent
said dress had no influence at all.
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBERT TALBOTT
The dot-com bust shattered the myth of the casual workplace. During the boom
times, the unfettered creativity of gonzo software developers fueled by coffee and sushi
seemed like the antidote to the stuffy ivory towers of American business. Post 9/11, it
was clear that the grownups should be in charge again. Casual wear retreated in many
traditional companies, but survives in some cases on Fridays or during the summer.
Even with years of business casual under our collective belts, it’s disconcerting to
walk into a meeting not knowing what the dress code is. It’s no problem when you’re
the only one in a suit. No one would question that you dressed professionally for a
meeting. But the reverse can be nerve-wracking if you’re the only one in a golf shirt and
khakis. You doubt others’ perceptions of you: Do they know how good I am at what I
do? Will they take my recommendations seriously? A suit preempts all those questions
and puts you in the position of authority.
Traditional business dress is becoming more and more common, especially in the
extrovert professions that deal with the public. Clients and customers want to do business with someone who presents a smart, polished appearance that inspires confidence.
They want to be able to tell the attorney from the intern, the CFO from the junior
accountant.
If you’ve been wearing the casual uniform for the last few years, this year’s classic
styles represent an opportunity to update your business wardrobe. It’s an investment in
your performance and your future that will pay dividends for years. The best counsel for
staying ahead in the corporate world is, ask your clothier for advice. You want to make
sure the statement you make is the right one to put your career on the right path.
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Three steps above the busy city street, at the front of a
carefully restored nineteenth-century industrial building, is an
almost-hidden entryway. In a small display window, passersby
who take the time to look up are treated to a sample of some
of the most beautiful men’s clothing in the world. The sign in
the window says “Coppley.”
The Coppley Apparel Group is the proud parent of the
Coppley Collection. Featuring the finest fabrics from Europe’s
leading mills, the Collection includes an array of garments
renowned for their impressive combination of look, fit, and
feel. “Our goal is to offer customers a true European styling
experience in clothing tailored specifically for the North
American male,” says Coppley president Warwick Jones.
Coppley has been manufacturing fine men’s clothing
behind its unassuming Hamilton, Ontario, front door since a
partnership led by G. C. Coppley acquired the historic facility
in 1883. Successful in its early years, the company really took
off in the 1960s and 1970s when it licensed an impressive stable of American and European fashion brands for distribution
in Canada. In the 1990s, now regarded as forward-thinking
and fashionable, Coppley entered the U.S. market. Purchased
by Hartmarx Corporation in 1998, the company has consolidated its many brands and now offers fashion-forward madeto-measure and ready-to-wear clothing under one name,
Coppley.
Although Coppley has the patina of age, it operates one of
the clothing industry’s most advanced tailoring and manufacturing operations. “We combine old world craftsmanship with
leading edge technology,” Jones says. “While we will never
compromise on manufacturing quality, we give our Europeantrained tailors every advantage they need to improve the quality of our products and the responsiveness of our service.”
The secret is out. Coppley is in!
To create its garments, Coppley purchases fabrics from Italy’s legendary mills. The names
Ermenegildo Zegna, Piacenza, Loro Piana, Barberis, Scabal, Tollegno, Reda, and a discrete selection of
others are a siren’s call to the discriminating man in search of the best. These suiting mills, and the
top European silk and cotton mills, are the foundation of all garments in the Coppley Collection.
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Keeping its retail partners happy is Coppley’s key objective and one
of the most significant reasons the company has continued to grow in
the highly competitive North American men’s clothing business.
“Experienced retailers offer their customers a depth of clothing knowledge and advice that smart buyers value,” Jones notes. “We believe that
if we give these retailers unique high quality garments, and back these
garments with unique and superior services, they will continue to recommend us to their customers. Word of mouth—from retailers to their
customers—is our strongest marketing tool.”
Besides unsurpassed fabrics, Coppley keeps retailers and their customers happy by offering the industry’s leading made-to-measure program. In 1998, Coppley shocked the tailored-clothing world by
announcing that it would deliver made-to-measure suits within seven
working days, faster than many tailors could do alterations.
The company was able to make this unprecedented responsiveness
possible by introducing its Accumeasure fitting program. Accumeasure
is a simplified and automated system that enables retailers to quickly
and accurately measure a customer and send measurements to Coppley
via the Internet. Seven days later, a custom-tailored garment is back in
the store ready for the customer to pick up. “Our made-to-measure program remains the industry benchmark for service,” Jones says.
Fall 2007 marks the first season that Coppley has brought all of its
garment lines together to form a fully coordinated cornucopia of suits,
sportscoats, trousers, tailored shirts, and neckwear engineered and tailored to the highest standards of quality. “The Coppley Collection
brings together best-in-class garments in each clothing category to form
what we believe is the finest selection of men’s clothing available anywhere,” enthuses Jones.
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For fall 2007, Coppley is introducing another tailor-made first:
seven-day custom tailoring for its entire Collection. Everything, including suits, sportscoats, trousers, shirts, and ties, can now be ordered, tailored, and delivered within one week.
Coppley is already known for the impressive quality, fit, and value
of its suits, sportscoats, and trousers. This season’s selections are
anchored by exquisite wool fabrics and feature irresistible, exotic
blends of cashmere, silk, and bamboo—all in the most current colours,
patterns, and textures. Ask your retailer to explain why these garments,
and the fabrics from which they are tailored, are among the best in the
world.
Adding coordinated shirts and ties to the mix is icing on the cake
for retailers and customers alike. Whether for dress or casual, Coppley
shirts feature world-class tailoring and the finest cotton and linen available. Colours and patterns are chosen to perfectly complement the suiting and trouser fabrics in the Collection, providing elegant accompaniment to the visual melodies of the clothing season.
Coppley neckwear is spectacular! Ties are handmade from the
finest jacquard weaves, fabrics with as many as six yarn colours
painstakingly woven into textured solids, dots, medallions, satin
stripes, and ultra-rich paisleys. Seeing and touching these amazing ties
alone is worth a trip to the clothing store.
So if you have a yen for the very best in European-inspired men’s
garments, garments that are specifically engineered for the North
American man, visit your clothing retailer and take a close look at
Coppley. Touch the fabrics; try them on. But be ready to succumb to
your senses, because you won’t leave the store empty-handed.
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made-to-measure
It’s about luxury, fit, status and individual style...and now is the time!
Now that Monday through Friday casual week is long over, the suit
is not only back but its back with an upscale twist. According to a recent
study of independent menswear stores conducted by MR Magazine (a
fashion industry trade journal), 35 percent
of the volume of suits purchased in 2007
were made-to-measure. There are plenty
of good reasons behind this startling statistic. Over two-thirds of suit buyers say fit is
their biggest issue. The made-to-measure
boom is about more than just suits. It is fragrances and furniture, hats and shoes. Did
you know kids are going on line and
designing their own basketball shoes? The
new way is a very old way, and the benefits
of today’s custom suits offer softer/lighter
fabrics, unwavering comfort and, more
importantly, the ever-present word for this
season: fit.
This is not an old fogy trend. Its patrons
are young and old, ambitious and successful, and that rare thing, the celebrity with
taste. From George Clooney to Dwyane Wade, the current hot trend
harkens back to the days of James Bond (Sean Connery, the real James
Bond) and Cary Grant when suits were meant to look more than good
on you, they were meant to look stunning! Getting today’s trimmer look
is not easy. It’s not always sitting in the right colour, the right shade and
in the right size on the rack. Nothing can give you that “fit” like a custom, made-to-measure suit. Gone are the days of oversized, roomy and
broad-shouldered sack suits for the office.
The assumption is that made-to-measure suits are more for those
seeking a distinctive fabric. The reality is that made-to-measure is sometimes the best solution for guys whose body types simply require it. The
best ready-to-wear suits at our store can still be slightly disproportionate to one’s dimensions. Made-to-measure suits and shirts can eliminate
extensive alterations and ensure a flawless–you guessed it–fit.
But again, do not make any assumptions. It’s more than about fit.
It’s about you being the designer! It’s about you owning a unique item.
It’s about status, luxury, and details unavailable from even the best
designer ready-to-wear suits. Gentlemen, it’s another level and it’s a level
too few of you have taken a look at. On
suits: think working button holes on cuffs,
bright-coloured silk linings, personalized
tags, the right width lapel, cell phone pockets. For shirts, choose from luxurious cottons, several collar styles, button or french
cuffs and maybe add a monogram.
How much time do you spend looking
for the right suit? You want a one-button
in pinstriped grey flannel with peaked
lapels? Just open a custom book in the
store–we have a deep selection of tailormade clothing and shirts–take your pick of
the best fabrics in the world and we’ll have
a handmade garment ready for you in less
time than you might think.
It’s time to take a look at your options.
Time to express your individual style, taste
and, in some cases, step into a more specialized model. Our made-tomeasure program is being utilized by our clients who recognize and
want the very best. Yes, it’s both opulent and refined. Yes, it is for those
who want a perfectly attired appearance. No, it is not out of your reach.
Made-to-measure suits can start out as low as $795. Surprised?
From there you can go up substantially depending on the fabric you
choose. You want exclusive super 200s? They’re available too.
Are you afraid you’ll need several fittings? Roughly 80% of our custom made suits fit perfectly as soon as they are delivered. For the others, we typically make very minor alterations here at the store. After
that first suit, the manufacturer is alerted to any minor changes in measurements...and the next one? Often times it’s perfect. Repeat business
is extremely strong once our clients discover the ease and amazing fit of
a custom suit, trouser or shirt. After a few times, just select the fabric
and we’ll handle the rest.
Tailor-made suits from our pre-eminent sartorial houses are made
from the most refined fabrics with strict attention paid to the
stitching. This will ensure the suit lasts for many years.
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“TODAY, MADE-TO-MEASURE IS THE DEFINING WAY DISCERNING,
PERFECTLY ATTIRED MEN ARE CHOOSING TO SUIT THEMSELVES. A REKINDLED
INTEREST IN ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND STYLE RAPIDLY BEING
EMBRACED BY young AND old ALIKE.”
Phil
Nyren,
British
Importers
2. You choose the fabric and the details.
You will never meet another man with the
same suit as you. Some of our vendors
only have enough fabric of a given pattern
for 20 to 30 suits worldwide. A made-tomeasure suit is made once and once only
for you. As a result, the suit becomes an
expression of your individual style. In collaboration with our staff, you’ll find a suit
that gives you a style that suits you best.
We’ll help you with all your selections and you can add the personal
touches that will make it stand out: pockets, buttons, vents, cuffs, and
linings. Whether you want one, two or three-buttons, a tapered waist,
dark fabric or lighter colours, we’ll walk you through it and offer our
advice. It’s a fun and creative process.
Who is utilizing our made-to-measure
program?
Some are younger than you might think.
They want a sexier, trimmer cut with one
or two buttons, higher button stance, hacking and ticket pockets with flat front
trousers. Others are using it due to body
type whether they be big athletes or simply
carrying a few extra pounds. For the extralarge guy, it important that your suit is neither too tight nor too loose. Smooth, soft fabrics and elongating patterns
complement your physique. A slightly shorter jacket and pleated pants
help proportionate the body. Shorter men need a perfect sleeve and jacket length. Too long or too short can accentuate their stature. Proper
placement of pockets is vital to the balance of a shorter jacket shape.
Large guys look best in subdued colours and vertical pinstripes.
Importance is placed on proper shoulder, waist, and leg proportion in the
suit shape. Round guys need more emphasis in the shoulder of the jacket to help slim the hips.
3. A fitting for the perfect fit.
We take a host of measurements (up to 35 for a suit and 14 for a shirt)
before the pattern is made and the fabric cut. We look at your natural
posture and balance unique to you to be tailored into the suit. Careful
notes and measurements are taken on everything from the slope of your
shoulders to the width of your thighs. We may even take special note of
the thickness of the watch you wear for left sleeve and cuff accomodation. Your measurements are sent to Italy or New York or Chicago and
your custom tailored suit or shirt will come back to us shortly. A finetuning fitting in our store completes the final detailed adjustments. The
result will be a suit that hangs perfectly on your body and/or a shirt that
fits you to a tee.
1. Preparation
Clearly articulate what you are looking for and give it some time. A
great suit is not made overnight, but amazingly you will probably be taking it home within a few weeks. Review men’s fashion journals and tear
out several photos of suits with the details you find appealing (a button
here, a cuff there, a new lapel). Allow our sales staff to help you select
a style that fits your body shape. There is always a difference between
what you thought would look good when you saw it in a magazine and
what actually complements your frame.
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ayering is the most important
cashmere or Shetland wool are
word for Fall and Winter dress this
timeless classics. The black turtle-
season. Layering allows a gentle-
neck and ivory cable-knit never
man to break the traditional rules
fade in and out of fashion. Shawl-
of dressing and still look great.
collared cardigans (think Scottish
The well-dressed man can move
heather) are timeless as well, not
effortlessly from work to play and
to mention argyle cashmere and
back again with a properly layered
Fair Isle hand-knitted sweaters.
ensemble. He can demonstrate tie-
Polos of wool and cashmere are a
less sophistication by mixing and
great look when worn over sport
matching colours, patterns, and
shirts, particularly polos with zip-
textures. Layering is also utilitari-
pered plackets. Hooded zip-up
an and allows him to add or
sweatshirts are a sophisticated and
remove clothing for comfort,
modern look, particularly with
depending on the weather or the
premium denim and in luxurious
preferences of family or friends.
fabrics
Sport shirts this season feature
many styles and colours. Collar
styles will be less structured—but-
layer it on!
Embrace the new season–warm up to fall’s hottest look
such
as
cashmere.
Cardigans and vests are making a
comeback this season in wool and
cashmere. Many are ribbed or
cable-knit, and double zippers are
ton downs, hidden button downs,
and soft points, many with one-piece collars. If you choose to throw on
a popular feature. For pattern matching, it’s best to stick with solid lay-
a sweater after work, remove the collar stays lest you appear over-
ers over patterned shirts and vice versa.
dressed. Colours will be the traditional Fall mix of deeper earth tones
Overshirts are prevalent this season and are another sophisticated
and purples, browns and grays. You’ll also see a lot of jewel tones to
way to add a layer over a sport shirt. Overshirts are worn outside of
brighten up this Fall’s clothing. Fabric makers continue to improve the
trousers and are made of heavier fabric than a sport shirt. Some styles
breathability and comfort of clothing against the skin. This season is no
this season are military influenced, complete with epaulets. Others have
exception, with soft cotton, cotton-synthetic blends, and luxurious flan-
a western influence, with pearl snap sleeves and suede yokes. Fabrics
nels. Patterned shirts look best if you intend to layer on a solid sweater
run from lined Harris Tweed to soft cotton. Colours for overshirts seem
or overshirt. Solids are best for patterns or plaids.
to be a bit more subdued and in familiar neutrals. Solid overshirts pair
best with patterned sport shirts. And don’t forget your scarf!
A classic sweater never goes out of style. Sweaters in gray or navy
Like anything else, layering takes practice. Experiment and
enjoy trying a different look. If you’re hot, take the layers
off; if you’re not, leave them on. Dress well, play more, and
work less this season. You’ve earned it, haven’t you?
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BY
LESLIE
C.
SMITH
fashion history 101
S
the handkerchief is nothing to sneeze at
counterparts in the mid-nineteenth century. They could not understand
why anybody would want to carry wadded-up nasal mucus about on their
person. It was far more sensible to employ throwaway tissue papers, as
the Japanese themselves had been doing for centuries. The concept, however, took its sweet time catching on. Kleenex wasn’t officially “invented” until the 1920s.
Late in the nineteenth century, the lounge
suit’s advent at last gave handkerchiefs a
place to call home. Whereas before they had
been jammed in pants pockets or stuffed up
the sleeve of one’s coat, they now sat serene
and pristine in their position of honour, the
jacket’s left breast pocket.
Newly visible, they became more than a
functional adjunct or fashionable fribble.
They now were integral to the finished look
of a man’s tailored ensemble. And, like its
now-distant cousin the necktie, the handkerchief’s less-structured lines and ability at
times to flaunt both colour and pattern
added some much-needed piquancy to the
overall somber appearance of industrial-age
male attire.
Today, there are two sorts of pocket handkerchiefs. The first is commonly called the pocket puff. It is a coloured or patterned silk square. A
bit free-spirited, it works best with a less dressy ensemble, such as a sport
coat and slacks. To arrange a puff, merely grasp it in the middle, fold it
in half, and bung the whole lot into the breast pocket.
For a more formal look, pick a pure-white cotton (or better yet, linen,
since it is crisper than cotton) handkerchief featuring hand-rolled or handstitched edges. Such a square may be easily arranged in diverse shapes.
There is the triangle, for instance, which is created by overlapping two
opposite ends of the cloth and folding it in half so that only a triangular
tip is revealed in the pocket.
The multiple-point style sees the handkerchief folded diagonally to
form a slightly uneven triangle with both points showing. The two
remaining ends are then folded diagonally, one over the other, so that four
crisp points are left on view.
Finally, there is the TV fold, so called because early television cameras could not contain the bright flare given off by an overexposure of
white fabric. To achieve this style, simply double the handkerchief up on
itself and tuck it into the breast pocket, leaving only a half inch of squared
material on display—a perfect way, when you think about it, to pay tribute to such TV pioneers as, well, Rod Serling.
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ubmitted for your consideration, as sci-fi host Rod Serling used to
intone, the humble handkerchief.
This small, economical square of cloth, used for centuries to provide
just the right finishing touch to a gentleman’s wardrobe, has of late existed in a strange type of twilight zone, along with such other forgotten
fashion accessories as hats and spats, boutonnieres and Brylcreem.
It seems that man has become simply
too lazy to be bothered with folding up a
small strip of linen or cotton, or a slip of
silk, and stuffing it into his suit breast pocket. That’s a pity, because nothing spiffs up
a suit, sport coat, or even tailored overcoat
so well, and with so little expense and
effort, as the handkerchief.
All that, however, is slated to change
this fall. Pocket puffs and squares have
returned, bringing with them that certain
touch of class, not to mention the additional arcane pleasure of being able to act the
big man when the little woman dissolves
into tears. Is there a more chivalrous gesture than offering a lady your pristine handkerchief with which to dry her eyes?
Somehow, a balled-up hunk of Kleenex just doesn’t cut the same swath.
Fashion and functionality have long been associated with the kerchief. From Roman days onward, in fact, this cloth was used by both
sexes as a head-covering on hot days. Its very name derives from the
thirteenth-century French term couvrechef, literally meaning “head
cover.”
Later Anglicization gave us two distinct subclassifications: neckerchief,
for a kerchief that tied around the neck (also known as a “cravat,” this style
grew into our modern-day neckwear), and handkerchief, for a kerchief carried in the hand, often used for effect when gesturing gracefully.
Handkerchiefs grew in importance in the sixteenth and seventeenth
centuries as polite society learned to stop wiping their noses on their
sleeves—and then took up the messy habit of ingesting snuff tobacco. By
the eighteenth century, handkerchiefs were available in a large variety of
shapes and sizes, prompting Marie Antoinette to persuade King Louis
XVI to outlaw any that were not square and in the regulation sixteen-toseventeen-inch width. (Such frivolous preoccupations would soon cause
the downfall of both the king and his fashion-conscious consort.)
Although they had their decorative uses, handkerchiefs were
by then mainly meant for nose blowing, a fact that disgusted Japanese
trade representatives when they first made contact with their Western
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BY
TRAVEL
BARBARA
E.
COHEN
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Canadian Rockies charm Hollywood’s hottest skiers.
Photo by Henry Georgi
A few days before she was set to meet her estranged husband in
divorce court last January, former model Christie Brinkley took to the
slopes at the Fairmont Banff Springs Celebrity Winter Sports Invitational,
hotels and resorts owned and operated by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts in
looking radiant in the crisp mountain air.
“Everything is so beautiful, it’s like a storybook setting,” she told
Alberta. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hosted the celebrity winter-
celeb-blogger Entertainment Tonight Online. “Pulling up to the hotel last
sports event in 2006, and early reports suggest Banff Springs will roll out
night, I felt like I was arriving at Hogwarts. It really has that dreamlike
the red carpet again in 2008 for Nordic obstacle course races, dual racing
quality here just removed from time.”
down the giant slalom run, hilarious snowshoe competitions, and a
“Everything is so beautiful, it’s like a
storybook setting. Pulling up to the
hotel last night, I felt like I was
arriving at Hogwarts. It really has
that dreamlike quality here—just
removed from time.”
—Christie Brinkley
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff National Park
Photo Courtesy of Travel Alberta
Brinkley joined other Hollywood A-list celebrities, such as Alec
Baldwin and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., at the Canadian resort to raise $1.3
million for Kennedy’s Waterkeeper Alliance Charity, which supports
clean-water programs around the world. Dozens of international stars
joined Brinkley in toboggan, biathlon, and giant slalom races. Past participants include Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Meg Ryan, Dan
Aykroyd, and Martin Sheen, all of whom cavorted within view of the public in Banff’s Sunshine Village.
Last year’s celebrity shindig was held at one of three remarkable
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Off the slopes, take in Banff’s
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spa and fitness centre at the Fairmont
Banff Springs will ease any kinks that
broomball tournament. Both resorts offer access to superior alpine
have crept in after a day on skis or snowshoes.
slopes and other winter-sport trails in Canadian national parks. In addition, the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers access to skiing in Jasper
Elsewhere in Alberta, a variety of upscale resorts at Lake Louise,
Jasper and Fernie offer terrain for skiers at every skill level.
National Park. All welcome snow bunnies and ski dudes who want to
experience the glam for themselves.
Similar adventures await you in British Columbia too. Whistler
Blackcomb, ranked repeatedly as the number one mountain resort by a
“We have fabulous ski resorts in the Canadian Rockies,” said Judy
variety of sources, has over eight thousand acres of skiable terrain at a
Love Rondeau, the American travel media representative for Travel
vertical rise of 5,280 feet on over two hundred trails. The staging area
Alberta International. “But keep in mind that the majority of our skiing is
for the 2010 Winter Olympics, Whistler’s two soaring mountains offer
in a national park, so there are no lodges on the mountain. In other words,
deluxe skiing with a variety of nearby lodging. Variety takes the shape
ski resorts in Alberta don’t offer ski in–ski out accommodations.”
of three half-pipes ranked in the top three by Transworld Snowboarding
At Banff, Sunshine Village has one of the longest ski seasons in the
and a snowboard cross venue, where you can try the motocross-like
region and is spread across three mountains with 103 runs accessible by
sport that made its Olympic debut in Torino. Celebrities like Pamela
downhill skiers and snowboarders. Twelve lifts transport skiers from run
Anderson, Justin Timberlake, and Cameron Diaz have been spotted at
to run. Nearby, Mount Norquay is known for its diverse terrain, with
Garfinkel’s in Whistler, where the party scene is as wild as the slopes.
five chair lifts and 25 runs. Nakiska, with 28 beginner and experienced
Just watch out, because the paparazzi might catch all your dazzling
runs, was built for the 1988 Winter Olympic Games, with 70 percent of
moves on tape. With the likes of Kevin Costner, Marcia Gay Harden,
the terrain classified as intermediate. Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial
Meg Ryan, Peter Fonda, Julianna Margulies, Pierce Brosnan, Ed
Park, another site for 1988 Winter Olympic events, offers forty miles of
Begley, Jr., and Robin Leach already scheduled for the Celebrity Sports
Nordic and cross-country trails, as well as mountain bike trails that
Invitational in January 2008, almost anyone could be swishing by you
make this a popular destination year-round.
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Fashion today transcends just one
look. A multitude of trends reflect
influences and flavors from around
the world. Today’s consumer is well
traveled and fashion savvy. The latest fashion images are literally at her
fingertips, and she is no longer satisfied with the cookie- cutter looks of
the past. She now has the freedom
to express her own individuality.
Today we are taking better care of
ourselves through nutrition, exercise,
and, yes, maybe a little medical procedure every now and then. This new
youthful attitude can also be reflected in the way we present ourselves
at work and at play this season!
chic
Luxurious coats, menswear
influences, neutral tones, colorful accents, and modernized
femininity both strong and sexy.
’40s
glam
Sometimes girls just want to be comfortable. This fall, comfortable clothes
make a comeback. Look for beefy knits
with a charming lack of pretension to be
worn with opaque dark brown or black
tights. The layered look is strong, punctuated with the broad belts that are one of
the accessories that will define this year.
Especially hot is a cardigan sweater with a
tailored pant.
Fluffy popcorn knits and enveloping
cable knits separate this inviting casual
wear from the back-of-the-office chair
cardigan. Some of the sweaters have massive ribbed collars or cuffs. Pair chunky
knit sweaters with delicate dresses or finegauge sweater-knit skirt suits instead of
the standard woven fabrics like denim or
twill. Draped and oversized knits in neutrals like ivory, gray, and black are the new
go-with-everything over-garment.
Casual themes include such staples as
cashmere vee-neck sweaters in bold
colours and dark premium denim.
Dresses are going glam and glitzy,
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with jewel and feather details in shimmering
shades of orange, red, and shiny neutrals.
Influenced by the ’40s, body-conscious dresses with puffy short sleeves and pencil skirts
hitting at the knee with high waists are in
vogue. This curvy silhouette is all Hollywood!
Fur is everywhere! Fur-trimmed coats and
bright fur jackets add bold colour and get
plenty of nods of approval. Wear with trim
black trousers or tights for a modern, sexy
look.
Black leather roars back in more feminine
pleats and ruffles on everything from jackets
to skirts and tops. It’s quilted and refined—not
motorcycle mama.
Military influences are a year old now, but
don’t give up on them quite yet. Mix and
match satin with Shetland wool and silk with
heavy tweeds. Velvet jackets with silver buttons worn with satin-cotton jodhpurs and
ankle boots can do battle with the elements
again this fall. It’s all part of the Anglo-influenced mix of tweeds and plaids in rich burgundy, olive, and navy blue. Immensely popular items include piped blazers, box-pleat
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shine & glitz
Accessorize with exotic leathers and chunky jewels
on bags, shoes, and bracelets.
Snakes, alligators, and lizards, oh my! Studded, quilted, and jeweled skins
in shiny black or bold bright colours like cobalt blue, pink, or tangerine orange
bring your dark ensembles to life this fall. Don’t go too matchy; add contrast to
the entire outfit, including your shoes.
Strut your stuff in techno-age plastic or patent leather pumps in bright primary colours. Open-toed and strappy sandals—usually found in summer—reach
deep into fall this season in metallics and autumn’s deeper hues. Mod ankle
boots go great with tights and big tops. Sliver-wedge boots are both stylish and
irresistibly comfortable. And the sexy pump-boot showing itself is versatile
enough to wear with dresses, skirts, or pants.
Remember the pins from the ’80s? They’re baaack! Silly and fun and full of
faux jewels and gold, they make a boring sweater come to life. Necklaces and
shiny, bangle bracelets (eight or ten at a time) are
chunky and fully on display when worn with
fall’s short-sleeve jackets, blouses, and
dresses.
More glamorous sparkle can be
found in delicate dresses, blouses,
and scarves adorned with sequins of
every colour. Timeless and elegant!
How about a strong, graphic,
cubist print? Mod-inspired and
fashion-aggressive in high contrasting
colours, they look terrific with dark
trousers and a large cuff bracelet. If an
’80s-inspired print is too much for you,
try a tartan plaid in a jacket or skirt to add
texture and pattern.
manly style
Pants from slim to wide-leg paired
with structured, tailored jackets
graced fall’s runways.
Menswear prints, such as houndstooth, plaid,
check, and pinstripe, are perennial fall favorites.
This year, oversized patterns and mixed prints
step up the energy. Concentrate on making a bold
statement with a small dose of plaid or houndstooth, in a hat or scarf perhaps. The patterns are
migrating to casual pieces, such as a draped skirt,
in addition to the tailored items that traditionally
bear menswear patterns. Try a pinstripe jacket or
vest with a crisp, tuxedo-inspired black or white
shirt. Wear it with a high-waisted, nicely tailored
pencil skirt. It will put you in touch with your
masculine side! Or simply soften the look with a
jeweled knit top.
Don’t take it too far though. At the bottom, a
pair of vampy high heels is what separates the
woman from the boys. Autumn’s new high-heeled
oxford goes perfectly!
Fall fashions reflect the
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whimsy thrown in, which
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waistband and give your overall
panache a righteous assist. Buttonedon suspenders, not a belt, go with your
trousers, and you will add a pair of
well-polished, if not patent, dress
shoes to complete the ensemble.
That sigh you hear is one of relief.
After a decade of fanciful formalwear
“options,” which left men more confused than ever, the tuxedo – aka. the
male version of that “little black suit”
Coco Chanel once famously called
the most flattering of all styles – is
back. And it’s back big time.
No more head-scratching over invitational wording, no more secondguessing what everyone else will
wear, no more last-minute “does this
tie look right?” questioning of helpful-but-sartorially-challenged female
family members. Just one, simple,
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Simple, Sexy and Sartorially Elegant –
Ladies and Gentlemen, Please Welcome
the Return of the Tuxedo
You are cordially invited to attend a formalwear revival.
Place:
Anytown, Canada
Time:
Fall/Winter 2007-08
Attire:
Strictly black tie
Past the age of 30, every man should
own his own tuxedo. If he is smart, he
will avoid rental shop sales like the
plague, and purchase his formalwear
from a reputable maker in a reputable
menswear store. Smartest of all would
be to get the tux custom-made, with
plenty of seam allowance where it
counts, so that the suit can be let out or
taken in to adjust for periodic fluctuations in weight.
You do this because you plan on owning your tux for a long time. Wellcrafted, from a good fabric, and looked after with the appropriate amount
of care (dryclean only when steam-pressing won’t do, such as when your
date accidentally spills her glass of wine on it) your tuxedo can last you a
decade or more – quite simply an impossible feat for any rental shop “bargain.” No fear either that your tailor-made suit will go out of style – at 120
years and counting from its initial inception, the tux is possessed of remarkable staying power.
For it is true that women find this kind of sharp-dressed man appealing.
There is something so steady, so composed about a man in a tuxedo. A tux
signals that its wearer knows how dress to suit the occasion – and his
charming date. That he is in no whit unnerved by having to deal with slightly unfamiliar objects, such as bow ties and shirt studs. And it speaks to generations of good-looking guys who have all looked that much better
because of this traditional mode of attire.
But what if, just for argument’s sake, you do not own a tuxedo, and are so
pressed for time that even a rental shop is not an option? In such an extremity, your best best would be to mimic as much as possible a tuxedo-like formality.
Exactly why the tuxedo has returned this year to such acclaim, from
designers, stylists and men’s retailers alike, is just as easy to understand.
Whether we like it or not, the fact remains that casual clothes have made
great in-roads in both business and after-hours wardrobes. Coats and ties
are, in certain cases and among certain classes and job categories, losing
ground to open-necked shirts and bare sleeves. Most of us no longer dress
up to get on an airplane, go to the theater, or impress a new girlfriend.
Take your darkest unpatterned suit; hopefully, one with uncuffed trousers.
Put it with your whitest dress shirt. Choose your plainest black leather
accessories – a buckle-through belt and lace-up oxford shoes with unperforated caps. Add a pair of black dress socks.
The flipside of this state of affairs is that, when we want to wear something
with a bit more flair, we can now bypass any fair-to-middling alternatives
and head straight to the top: in other words, the
tuxedo.
Now comes the seriously hard part: You must
comb through your necktie collection for something that is just right. A solid black tie, like the
type some actors sport to the Academy Awards,
might do, assuming you owned one. Chances are,
however, you do not; unless you happen to attend
a lot of funerals. So what you are looking for is
something that is even better, something that will
give your outfit not only a sheen of respectability
but a bit of a boost. We’re talking a silk tie with a
small repeating pattern in silver-and-black or, failing that, gold-and-black; “a wedding tie,” as it is
known in the trade, due to its daytime formal associations. In a pinch, such as the one in which
you’ve found yourself, it will do.
This black or midnight blue (blacker-than-black,
and thus better-than-black) premium wool suit
quite rightly holds the hanger of honour in a man’s
closet. It differs from any other tailored clothing
you possess in several small, but tastefully telling,
ways.
Its labels, for instance, which might be curved in a
graceful and unusual shawl effect, are likely faced
with corded silk grosgrain. Its buttons are properly covered by material in the same hue as your
suit. Its jacket pockets will be jetted slits, devoid of
any flaps. Its trousers will definitely be uncuffed
and might feature matching grosgrain trim down
their twin outer seams, a stylistic holdover from
military dress uniforms.
Last but not, for our purposes, least, is the insertion of a white linen handkerchief in your jacket’s
breast pocket. Regardless of whether you have on
an honest-to-goodness tuxedo or more of a tuxedo-esque ensemble, just that little dab of white
peeping three-quarters of an inch above your
pocket slit is enough to let others know you really
care about what you wear. And what you wear is
dignified, even down to the slightest detail.
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A tux’s furnishings also rise above the norm. The
shirt you wear will be crisply white and might
boast a separate, stud-attached wing collar. Studs
too, are usually used in place of plastic buttons.
Your tie should be a black silk bow, not the more
ordinary four-in-hand. A scooped-front formal
vest or cummerbund sash will hide your trouser
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C.
SMITH
Arms
Man
of
and the
The military has taken over menswear—and not a moment too soon
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Great going
The Great War’s greatcoat is a prime example of the enduring popularity of martial menswear. Back in the day, this full-length garment
swaddled the British officer who wore it, keeping him warm and dry in
the muddy trenches with its combination of thick wet-wicking wool fabric, heavy collar, and long double-breasted closure.
Fast forward to fall 2007. Although the overcoat’s shape is essentially the same, tailored to a similar nicety, its material is a lot lighter and
much more technically advanced, while the twin rows of dull bone buttons that made it hard for sharpshooters to target have been replaced by
sniper-friendly shiny silvered ones.
Silver metal, incidentally, represents a recurrent bright relief to this
season’s mainly military-like neutral and dark tones. It crops up time
and again in buttoning, heavy-metal zippers, and belt buckles on outerwear, as well as in men’s jewelry items, such as watches, neck chains,
and ID bracelets.
A nearly identical look, except for its length, is the hip-cropped peacoat, a longtime naval favorite. Made from (what else?) navy blue wool,
this too is a double-breasted cut, set with a heavy-duty collar that can be
turned up in inclement weather. An added bonus this year is how well
the peacoat’s shape fits in with the general trend towards boxy, horizontal silhouettes.
ity the poor men’s-fashion writer. For decades, each fall every
designer used to harp on the same old, tired theme, that of the
English country gentleman. Do you know how hard it is to make
elbow-patched tweed jackets, corduroy trousers, and raglansleeved overcoats sound fresh and exciting every single blessed autumn,
year in and year out?
But lately, we’ve been liberated by an army of military-influenced
looks, styles that do appear fresh and exciting to us, even though, paradoxically, they’re as venerable and time-tested as anything that went
before.
On the European runways, top designers like Burberry Prorsum’s
Christopher Bailey are positively gung-ho about the practical panache
that can be derived from the two big ones. World Wars I and II witnessed
the rise and perfection of such garments as flight and battle jackets,
trenchcoats and greatcoats, epauletted shirts, and artillery knits. All
these and more were trooped down Burberry’s elevated stage this season, and fittingly so, since the company itself has long been associated
with wartime wardrobes.
Modern man, unless he happens to be a devotee of the History
Channel, may be forgiven for not recognizing many of these styles. This
in itself is a good thing, as it allows him to make each piece his own and
not his grandfather’s.
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American designer John Bartlett, who admits to being “obsessed with
the military,” performed his own fall salute to the armed forces, offering
such fashionable oddities as head-to-toe flightsuits and sweaters with
oversized vee chevrons on their sleeves. Neither is recommended for even
the most casual occasion, but among Bartlett’s truly wearable pieces was
that perpetual flyboy icon: the shearling-collared bomber jacket.
No matter what era you exist in, could anything be more masculine
than a dark brown or black leather bomber, fitted at the waist and cuffs,
with a large, shoulder-emphasizing collar lined with wavy-thick curls of
raw wool? Remember too that this is the same jacket that evolved into
our favorite peacetime slice of manly man-ness, the classic motorcycle
jacket. If it was good enough for Marlon Brando, Robert Mitchum, and
Steve McQueen, it definitely is okay with us.
suggestive accouterments this season, particularly shirts with shoulder
epaulettes, navy-worthy knit watch caps, plus sport coats and out-ofdoors jackets set with patch-and-flap ammunition pockets. Last season’s
call to arms, namely uniformly matching shirts and ties in drab brown,
olive, khaki, steel gray, and blue, are still very much with us.
I like big boots
Of course, no salute to the military would be complete without the
dogface’s best friend: a pair of army boots. Heavy-soled, with thickly
lugged treads, sturdy toe boxes, and front laces that reach past the ankle,
these boots are really made for walking.
And walk they did, down nearly every runway across two continents.
While the ordinary businessman might not feel quite comfortable following the lead of the many designers who paired these boots with dress
suits for a surprisingly interesting mix of formal and informal style,
resistance to their use with sportswear will be much, much lower—especially when men rediscover how nice a hefty pair of boots appear when
encircling the cuffs of casual pants and jeans, not to mention how well
their bottom weight balances a top-heavy shouldered jacket.
A final word of caution, however. Because it is so much fun to play
with, a guy could get carried away in his allegiance toward veteran battle garb. But just like real warfare, martial style should be employed
judiciously. One or two pieces worn with otherwise ordinary civvy
clothing is cool. Any more than this, though, and you run the risk of
looking like a raw fashion recruit.
❖
Allied details
Speaking of leather, plain leather belts in matte black (with the obligatory silver buckle) help dress up much of this season’s outerwear.
Though these are just one to two inches in width, they still lend a distinct Sam Browne army-belt aura when cinched around the waist of a
trenchcoat or tailored overjacket. Only one designer went so far as to
play around with leather suspenders, criss-crossing them, bandoleerstyle, over the shoulders. That designer was Alexander McQueen (no
relation to Steve), and you may feel free to ignore his idea.
You will find yourself forcefully drawn, however, to other soldierly-
a british invasion is underway. are we playing polo or entrenched for whatever
fall’s inclement weather throws at us? Either way, bomber-style and
epaulette-detailed jackets and shirts have landed on the runway this season.
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OF
STYLE
BY
RICHARD
TORREGROSSA
CARY GRANT
and the secrets
Is there such a thing as the perfect
suit? Alec Guinness tried to
of the perfect suit
make one in The Man in the White
Suit, the 1951 movie in which he
plays Sidney Stratton, a crazy creator who claims to have invented an
indestructible garment.
“Long-chain molecules stuck
together…amino acid residues,”
Stratton exclaims in the euphoria of
scientific discovery, “cotton and
silk and other natural fibers…we’ve
learned to make artificial fibers
with even longer chains such as
rayon and nylon…you’ve heard of
nylon, haven’t you?...ionic groups.peptide changes…and…presto! I’ve
done it! I’ve done it!”
Of course this throws the entire menswear industry into a panic
because, as the factory boss points out, “This will finish output! Not
increase it!”
Fortunately the scheme backfires and calm is restored to a jittery
industry.
Just a few years later Cary Grant achieved the sartorial perfection in
1959’s North by Northwest that eluded Guinness’s character. But he does
it without any scientific hi-jinks. Grant works his magic by employing the
most low-tech of techniques—good taste. And rather than harm, he helps the
haberdashery industry by inspiring men to dress better, even to this day.
“His secret, or one of them,” says menswear legend Martin Greenfield, who in
his sixty-year career has made clothes for everybody from Cary Grant to Colin
Powell, “is that Grant wore very simple things. You very seldom if ever saw him in
a loud pattern or colour.”
As Grant scales mountains, flees murderous villains in crop dusters, and races
across corn fields his tastefully tailored suit never seems the worse for wear. Like the
suit Guinness tried to invent, it is indestructible.
But it has an added bonus. It is seductively stylish, helping Grant to catch the eye of
blonde beauty Eva Marie Saint.
Grant’s sartorial achievement in North by Northwest has been well documented, but most of
the information about it is wrong.
Here, then, for the first time are the secrets of the suited hero in North by Northwest, some of which
I discovered after researching and writing my biography, Cary Grant: A Celebration of Style, foreword by
Giorgio Armani.
The first misconception has to do with colour. The suit has been described as charcoal or mid-gray. It was not.
It was actually a very subtle and shrewd mix of two distinct tones.
Greenfield agrees. “The colour that Cary Grant used to wear in that era was always a blue with a charcoal
background,” he says. “It’s a perfect colour for any person in the world with any type of skin complexion.”
The second misconception is that the suit is a solid blend. It actually has a very subtle pattern, a glen plaid.
The mistake is understandable, because onscreen it certainly appears at times to be a solid mid-gray, but this
is largely the result of the intense set lighting that softens or at times eradicates fine details.
Another reason for the suit’s gray appearance is that its blend of colours and glen-plaid pattern resolve
in long shots to a luminous but seemingly solid hue in very much the same way the brush strokes in a Monet
painting become less evident and the image more sharply focused when you step back from it.
There has also been some confusion about the button treatment. Is the suit a two- or a three-button?
A close viewing of the film clearly shows that it is a three-button, but the top button is somewhat hidden because of the way the lapel is shaped. “We rolled to the second button then,” says
Greenfield. “Today we do a higher roll, so you can plainly see
the top button.”
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And Grant’s tailor? He was a patron of
Hawes & Curtis, Norton & Sons, and Cordings,
to name a few. But Kilgour, French, & Stanbury
of Savile Row made the suit—or rather suits—
for North by Northwest. Fred Stanbury, one of
the best master tailors to ever work on Savile
Row, did the actual cutting himself.
When Grant was asked how he managed to
remain so crisp and elegant in this actionpacked Hitchcock thriller, he responded with
typical wit: “Six suits and many ties.”
But Greenfield adds a word of caution about
the Cary Grant look. “Everybody thought that
everything he wore was made in England. But
that’s not the way it works. We make the same
looks.
Another important aspect of the suit that
makes it appear impressively elegant is that it is
ventless with a long “skirt,” a feature that flattered Grant’s 6’1” 180 lb. physique. The long
skirt of his jackets accentuated his slimness and
the length of his silhouette, a detail Frank
Sinatra sometimes overlooked.
“Sinatra’s jackets were too short,” Greenfield
states flatly.
And Sinatra on the whole was a thoughtful
and natty dresser. So does this make Grant the
embodiment of sartorial perfection?
A
N
T
•
M
A
N
O
Carlo Brandelli, the current creative director of
Kilgour, at No. 8 Savile Row, must think there’s
always room for improvement. This year he
brought back the Cary Grant North by Northwest
suit, but in an updated version for an exhibition in
Italy called “The London Cut” where tailors from
Savile Row displayed their best bespoke garments. It was the hit of the show and demand has
been brisk. Kilgour is still receiving orders for
what has become know as “the perfect suit.”
Clearly, Cary Grant’s style is as relevant today as
it was more than forty years ago.
F
S
T
Y
L
E
CARY GRANT TRIVIA
Archibald Alec Leach (January 18, 1904–
November 29, 1986), better known by his screen
name Cary Grant, was a British-born film actor.
An only child, he had a confused and unhappy
childhood. His mother Elsie (who had apparently
never overcome her depression after the death of a
previous child in infancy) was placed by his father
in a mental institution when Archie was ten. His
father told him that she had gone away on a “long
holiday,” and it was only in his thirties that he
found out she was still alive and institutionalized.
With his distinctive mid-Atlantic accent, he was
noted as perhaps the foremost exemplar of the
debonair leading man, handsome, witty, and
charming.
Grant was a favorite actor of Alfred Hitchcock,
notorious for disliking actors, who said that Grant
was “the only actor I ever loved in my whole life.”
Grant appeared in such Hitchcock classics as
Suspicion, Notorious, To Catch a Thief and North
by Northwest.
According to Brandelli, “the original suit was
a heavy-weight fourteen-ounce, fully lined, a
ventless three-button.” Brandelli modernized it
by using a lighter cloth and making it into a halflined one-button with short vents.
To complete the suited-hero look in North by
Northwest, Grant wore a white button-down
shirt with a narrow tie. The shirt was off-therack. Cary Grant often bought off-the-rack garments if the fit was right. He was no slave to tailors, proving that elegance is not solely a matter
of big bucks and bespoke.
Finally, the suit is remarkable for one other
reason. It lacks a pocket square, an accessory
that was a staple of Cary Grant’s wardrobe
throughout most of his career. Why he did not
wear one in this film is a mystery, a sartorial
secret that adds to his mystique and teaches us
that a well-dressed man is
never predictable.
❖
Richard Torregrossa is the
author of Cary Grant: A
Celebration of Style, foreword
by Giorgio Armani, afterword
by Michael Kors.
www.richardtorregrossa.com
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In the film A Fish Called Wanda, the character
played by John Cleese is named Archibald Leach,
Cary Grant’s real name. Cleese was born in
Weston-super-Mare, just a few kilometers from
Grant’s birthplace, Bristol.
Grant replaced James Stewart as the hapless ad
man Roger Thornhill in North by Northwest. Years
earlier, Stewart replaced Grant as Rupert Cadell in
Rope, in which another character makes reference
to Grant’s first film with Ingrid Bergman,
Notorious.
Some of his younger fans told him that he looked
just like the comic book superhero Captain
Marvel. (However, cartoonist C. C. Beck in fact
based the superhero’s appearance on fellow actor
Fred MacMurray.)
Tony Curtis used an obvious impersonation of
Grant's distinctive voice when his character is posing as a playboy in Some Like it Hot. This prompts
Jack Lemmon's character to say, “Nobody talks
like that!” The film was set in the 1920s United
States, so he was probably right. Reportedly, after
seeing the film, Cary Grant said of Curtis’ impression, “I don't talk like that!”
While Grant was nominated for two Academy
Awards in the 1940s, he was denied the Oscar
throughout his active career. Grant finally received
a special Academy Award for Lifetime
Achievement in 1970.
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The story of
Selvage
By Jeff Shafer, President of Jake Agave Denimsmith
Selvage…there’s not a man’s magazine
on the stands or many catalogs in the mail
that don’t sell this mythical denim. It’s
become the recent catch-phrase in the premium denim market, yet so few actually know
much about what exactly selvage denim is,
despite it’s popularity. Is it simply another
status level of premium denim, or is there a
story behind selvage?
There is in fact a story behind selvage
denim, but oddly enough, it’s sometimes hard
to describe what makes selvage the “gold
standard” of denim. Simply put, when you
purchase selvage you’re buying a little bit of
old school. You’re buying denim made the
way it used to be made.
All woven fabrics (of which denim is
one) are made on looms. Anyone with a
sense of history knows that hand looms have
been around since ancient times, and they are
still used today by artisan weavers. It wasn’t
until the late 1880s that electric shuttle looms
were developed and used to weave denim.
The fabric itself was narrow—about 29 to 30
inches wide. This means of making denim
lasted until the mid 1960s.
Selvage—or selvedge and self-edge—got
its name from the finished edges of the fabric, and mills used a coloured stripe on the
edge to identify the brand they were supplying. It’s no surprise that the classic selvage
denim was from Levi–Strauss, and their edging was a red stripe. It’s a misconception,
however, that the selvage is what makes the
fabric great or desirable. The selvage is only
an identifying mark. What makes this denim
interesting is that it is made on vintage shuttle looms.
Despite the rapid changes of the 1880s
and the Industrial Revolution, the original
looms were not very sophisticated. They
were, in fact, very slow. The looms were
making work wear, and this required that theyarns be ring spun for strength. The size of
the yarn itself was not important to the finished product and also created a looser
“weave.” Since the yarn sizes were blended
into the finished product (in order to save
money), the fabric was “imperfect” (by
today’s standards) and thus had character.
This raw denim would start out as a super
dark indigo, but as these jeans were broken in
by workers, they showed beautiful colour and
yarn character. Because the weaves were
loose there was also a lot of give (stretch),
and they had a high comfort factor. As with
most things in American pop culture, the
image of the American worker combined
with the great performance of a pair of selvage jeans, created a cultural revolution.
Think James Dean or Marlon Brando, circa
1950s, with the cuffs rolled up.
By the 1960s, Levi’s and denim in general went from being a work uniform to a fashion item for a new generation. This ultimately spelled the demise of selvage denim. In
order to meet the demands of retailers for
more jeans, speed of delivery, and constancy
in the product, the shuttle looms were
scrapped for a wider 60 inch modern power
loom. Gone was the red selvage identifier,
because shuttle looms were not used. Ring
spun yarns were too expensive and would
give way to open end yarns. Gone, too, was
dark indigo denim, as the fashion of the times
favored bleached and faded denim. The shuttle loom selvage became extinct.
It was the Japanese who brought selvage
denim back to the forefront. In the 1980s,
elements in the young Japanese culture
became fascinated and then obsessed with
vintage Levi’s. It was not just Levi’s the
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name, but rather old Levi’s made in the fashion of old shuttle loom selvage denim.
Obviously these looms had to be found and
refurbished, and once they were, the
Japanese led the way in re-creating the old
vintage Levi selvage denim. By the late
1990s this trend crossed to both the United
States and Europe, where selvage denim has
received a favorable welcome. In fall 2006,
Jake Agave Denimsmith introduced three
styles of authentic shuttle loom selvage
denim called Agave Goldenstate.
Like I said before, it’s hard to describe
what makes selvage denim so much better
than the jeans made on the faster and newer
equipment. Speaking for myself though, I
have five pairs of selvage denim—two Levi’s
reproductions and, obviously, three pair of
Agave Goldenstates. I would wear them
everyday if I could, but I want to keep them
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GARY
WOLLENHAUPT
neutral
All gray was all good this summer but now is the time to add rich and
warm neutral tones to your autumn wardrobe.
For fall, neutral colours take on new prominence, lending an air of sophistication to
casual and business wardrobes.
There is nothing boring about the new rich and luxurious tones of fall. Neutral
colours include shades of black, slate, chocolate, khaki, and even olive. Fellas, you
will enjoy these neutral shades because they make your decisions easier. You don’t
have to worry whether the pink in a tie complements a pink shirt. Neutrals go with
everything! Go ahead and mix and match different shades of the same colour. Go
monochromatic! Wear different textures of the same colour, such as a khaki cotton
shirt with a khaki-coloured wool pant. And layer it! Layer it! Layer it! Shirt under
sweater under sport jacket under scarf!
Neutrals work well with all colours or can be worn together. Try khaki
slacks, a crisp white shirt, and a gray sweater ensemble or maybe olive green
cords with a chocolate cashmere cable v-neck topped by a new suede shearling coat. Look smashing in dark grey wool trousers with a chunky black
turtleneck and a British-inspired grey tweed jacket like that pictured here.
Varying textures can keep your look dynamic even if you’re wearing basically the same colour from top to bottom. Textures and patterns add depth
to neutral colours with subtle shadowing, transforming an otherwise close
range of colours, allowing them to do the duty of a wider spectrum. It’s
an elegant, understated look that will get you noticed for the right reasons.
Chocolate brown has come out of the closet as business wear. It may not be appropriate for the most formal of occasions, but it makes for a slightly more casual look suitable for the office, a fashionable alternative to the traditional dark gray or dark blue
suit. And don’t be afraid to wear a crisp white shirt with it as opposed to tan. Pair it
with a rust/orange based tie and paisley pocket square and you’re in business.
Choosing accessories can cause some uncertainty. A gray suit, for instance, might naturally be paired with a black belt and shoes. But brown accents are not only perfectly acceptable but even preferred for the new season.
❖
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Formula 1 Ferrari has won 14 World Driver Championships, 14 World
Constructors Championships, and more than 180 Grand Prix victories, as
well as other titles.
Racing technology honed since 1947 has found its way into the road
cars, including this year’s model lineup.
Celebrating sixty years as a company, Ferrari has developed a global
brand name far in excess of its automobile production, which numbers more
than 100,000 cars since 1947. By comparison, Toyota turns out about
400,000 Camry models a year from its Georgetown, Kentucky, plant.
Some would see lack of production as a failure. That would be true only
if Ferrari were a company created to build cars, like Toyota. But Ferrari was
founded for one reason: racing.
After serving in the Italian army in World War I, Enzo Ferrari joined
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modern manufacturing discipline in what was previously a handcrafted
assembly process. Today, the company produces about 5,000 cars a year, and
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612 Scaglietti
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some of the most beautiful Ferraris ever.
The 612 Scaglietti’s touch of character is found in its scalloped sides, a
styling cue borrowed from the legendary 375 MM bought by director
Roberto Rossellini for actress Ingrid Bergman.
The front midengine-mounted V12 engine displaces 5.7 liters and
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The 612 Scaglietti offers a six-speed gearbox or an F1-inspired paddleshift
gearbox.
The luxurious cabin can be further personalized courtesy of the vast
Carrozzeria Scaglietti custom-styling program. The 612 integrates technology with tradition, featuring satellite navigation, voice recognition,
Bluetooth connection, and a Compact Flash device that stores music.
Racing improves the breed
How does a small Italian car manufacturer gain worldwide prominence?
By winning.
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599 GTB Fiorano
Continuing the Ferrari tradition of frontengine grand touring machines, the 599 GTB
Fiorano is the most powerful V12 production
car of all time. The car blends the company’s
traditional approach to car design with the best
that technology has to offer. The 599 represents
the latest interpretation of a theme that has seen
such classics as the 250 GT, the 275 GTB, and
the 365 GTB4.
The 599 GTB Fiorano boasts class-leading
power with its 5,999cc V12—derived directly
from the Enzo Ferrari supercar—which produces 620 horsepower.
The 599 GTB’s F1 gearbox cuts overall
gear-shift times to 100 milliseconds by simultaneously performing the steps involved in shifting. The clutch seamlessly disengages and then
re-engages as the power is fed back in faster
than any human could achieve.
All-aluminum construction imparts a rocksolid chassis with weight savings, compared to
past construction methods. The result is better
performance all around, from cornering speeds
to fuel economy.
F430
The F430 is the latest generation of Ferrari V8-powered
berlinettas. All aspects of the car
were inspired by the engineering research carried out at
Ferrari’s Gestione Sportiva F1
racing division. Foremost is the
electronic differential, developed by Ferrari for its F1 race
cars to make the most of the
Ferrari F430
engine’s torque to optimize traction.
Just like a Formula 1 driver, the F430 driver can change the car’s setup using a selector set
on the steering wheel. The manettino, as it is
called by Scuderia Ferrari drivers, is a commutator switch that allows the driver to set the car’s
suspension settings, traction control, and transmission for various road conditions, from icy
surfaces to the race track.
The 4.3-liter V8 is surrounded by an aluminum chassis and is visible through the clear
cover. The car’s shape generates downforce
without wings spoiling the classic lines. The
F430 Spider, Ferrari’s only convertible currently in production, boasts an electric top that takes
up relatively little space when lowered, despite
the uncompromising central-rear engine layout.
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2007 models
Great attention to detail and flawless execution characterize
both Italian fashion and Italian automotive design.
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With one quick glance, it is clear to all, a Ferrari is haute couture on wheels.
Whether they’ve bought a new car straight from the showroom or
drive a classic model, Ferrari owners form an exclusive group, from
Arabian princes to film stars to elite athletes, not to mention successful
entrepreneurs. TV funnyman David Letterman is a noted collector, as is
actor Nicolas Cage. Wall Street guru Lawrence Auriana frequently
shows Ferraris in his collection at Concours d’Elegance exhibitions and
drives his multimillion-dollar collectibles in rallies.
Ferrari encourages the lifestyle with exclusive clubs and events.
Owners can join any number of clubs that bring owners together for
social activities as well as to show off their cars.
The Scuderia Ferrari Club was launched by Ferrari to coordinate the
activities of the many clubs to which the Scuderia’s fans belong.
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The
Ferrari driving experience
One of the unique experiences of Ferrari ownership is an
invitation to the first authorized driving school outside of Italy.
Located at the scenic Mt. Tremblant race track in Quebec, students learn techniques to help control and enjoy their cars at the
limit of their ability in a controlled environment.
The North America Driving School offers instruction corresponding to Pilota Ferrari courses, which take place at the
Fiorano track in Maranello, Italy. For more than ten years, Ferrari
has organized different driving courses in a progressive series of
steps leading up to a true racing course, which is only offered in
Italy.
The school runs from May until September and is limited to
owners of Ferrari cars. Reservations can be made through Ferrari
North America or through an authorized Ferrari dealer. visit
www.experienceferrari.com for dates and costs of the driving
courses.
Official Ferrari Site
www.ferrariworld.com
Ferrari 275 Touring
Members of affiliated clubs enjoy a range of special services and opportunities, including the chance to visit the factory, attend Formula 1 test
days, and even get discounts at the Ferrari Store.
Two large groups, the Ferrari Club of America and the Ferrari
Owners Club, help owners get the most out of their cars through national and regional meetings and publications. Regional chapters often sponsor track days so owners can drive their cars legally at high speeds on a
racetrack to experience the thoroughbred performance of these Italian
works of art.
Ferrari owners and aficianados gather at major shows each year,
such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and Concorso Italiano
shows in Monterey, California, and a plethora of events on the East
Coast, where owners subject their cars to judging based on originality.
More than an expensive car, a Ferrari is a gateway to a new lifestyle
and six decades of tradition.
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Ferrari Owners Club
www.ferrariownersclub.org
Ferrari Club of America
www.ferrariclubofamerica.org
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