Barneys Warehouse Sale

Friday, 3/4, to be exact is word this will be the final markdowns. No suiting discounts as of today, but do expect by Friday. Be prepared to brawl and do try to be there eraly as this is the sales last weekend! Happy Shopping!!!

Barneys Warehouse Sale – 255 W 17th St btwn 7th & 8th – 212-450-8400

Queen of Vintage Vol.2: Meow by Rin Tanaka

Rin Tanaka photo journalist and creator of "My Freedamn!", a series of American Vintage Clothing Books concentrating on Vintage T-shirts, 1960's Pop Fashions, Harley Davidson - Book of Fashions, Vintage Beach Fashions, Hippie to Grateful Dead T-shirts, Rock 'n Roll Fashions & King of Vintage No. 1 Heller's Cafe.

http://myfreedamn.com/en/

Also Rin Tanaka just hosted his 2nd Annual My Freedamn! Inspiration "We Insist" Vol.2 Vintage Show held February 11-12 on the famous Queen Mary Ship in Long Beach, California. With over 2500 people attending from the US, Japan & Europe the show was held w/ much success w/ vintage vendors & clothing retailers & manufacturer's from the US & Japan showing. The future looks very bright for Mr. Tanaka & his My Freedamn! Inspiration show. At the show he released his most recent book "Queen of Vintage Vol. 2: Meow featuring Kathleen Schaaf's Curated Vintage Collection. This book is on sale now and can be bought at http://myfreedamn.com/en/

Come back this Friday for a special interview I recently had w/ Rin Tanaka on his published books "My Freedamn" & his My Freedamn! Inspiration Vintage Show!

Queen of Vintage Vol. 2: Meow

Gift bag given out at My Freedamn! Inspiration "We Insist" Vol. 2.

http://inspirationla.com/

Billy Reid - Stetson

Billy Reid for Stetson, another collaboration of a timeless brand of american sportswear & work wear.

http://www.billyreid.com/?action=stetson#505.0801

That's One Small Step For Man One Giant Leap For Preppy!!!

Cole Haan Air Colton Saddle Shoe w/ Nike Air Technolgy. Great color & love these to get you ready for Spring!

http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/pwp.jsp?l=shop,pwp,c-100/hf-10002+70016/t-MEN'S|SHOES

Spectator Wingtip

"Stay Preppy My Friends"

Harris Tweed Vs. Vivienne Westwood

I'm sure there has been a lot of speculation & comparison of these 2 logos of the trademark Harris Tweed and Fashion Designer Vivienne Westwood prominent logo's, but I can not help but notice it every time I look at a Harris Tweed Label I always think of Vivienne Westwood. Not a bad thing at all as I am a big fan of her design and quirky punk-like fashion.
Did she copy the logo? Is is very close!

Well w/ a bit of research on-line I have found her theory and seems to be legit especially w/ her love of tweeds and her logo which was inspired by the Harris Tweed logo. Take a look for yourself above.

"The 'orb' of Vivienne Westwood reflects the orb of the British Crown Jewels but with the addition of the 'planetary' circle around it she gave it a bit of a punk twist. She has always used a lot of tweeds and tartans, which even inspired her logo:
"The infamous Harris Tweed is certified as a genuine by the Harris Tweed Authority. The orb motif was reworked by Vivienne Westwood for her label logo."

And now you heard it here!

http://www.viviennewestwood.co.uk/

Luxury Harris Tweed

Harris Tweed Back Pack

Great Label, Great Logo!!! One of my all time favorites!

Harris Tweed Herringbone Sport Coat

Harris Tweed Tie

Harris Tweed Bucket Hat by L.L. Bean

Harris Tweed is a luxury cloth that has been handwoven by the islanders on the Isles of Harris, Lewis, Uist and Barra in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, using local wool.

Traditional Harris Tweed was characterized by subtle flecks of colour achieved through the use of vegetable dyes, including the lichen dyes called "crottle" (Parmelia saxatilis and Parmelia omphalodes which give deep red- or purple-brown and rusty orange respectively) These lichens are the origin of the distinctive scent of older Harris Tweed.

Happy Valentines Day!!!

"Stay Preppy My Friends"