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Have our bodies changed shape in the last century?
23 Nov 2016

Have our bodies changed shape in the last century?

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, History of fashion | 17

Ever since Terri the Tailor drew my attention to it, I have been wondering about the changing shape, through history, of the male physique. There are two things at stake here. Firstly there is the actual changing body shape due … Continued

1900s, 1920s, 1940s, 1960s, 1980s, 2000s, men's style, mens bodies, menswear
Men’s style analysis – Gus
12 Oct 2016

Men’s style analysis – Gus

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice, SWAP | 8

I promised to create a SWAP wardrobe for my son Gus. I have precious little experience of designing or making clothes for men. I love looking at menswear. And men! But I haven’t branched out into making clothes for the … Continued

angular body, body line, men's style, menswear, style advice, Swap
Mens’ style -100 years of Beards
13 Mar 2015

Mens’ style -100 years of Beards

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Style advice | 7

An interesting exhibition of Brock Elbank Beard photographs currently running at Somerset House. On display are some glossy portraits of men (and the odd woman) with luxuriant facial hair, often paired with fisherman’s jumpers, tattoos, piercing eyes and pipes. Yes, … Continued

1970s, beards, men's style, Mr Elbank
Male Pattern Baldness
6 Mar 2015

Male Pattern Baldness

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 7

OK. This is a post for male readers. It was proposed by a man. If he had not suggested it I would not have done the research – which has really opened my eyes. First what is MPB? This is the normal … Continued

ageing, baldness, hair, men's style
Obama wears beige – what is going on?
30 Aug 2014

Obama wears beige – what is going on?

by fabrickated | posted in: Colour Analysis, Style advice | 5

Karine from France kindly brought this outfit to my attention – President Obama giving a press conference on the need for an aggressive response to ISIS. It has caused something of a stir in the States where Jared Keller refered … Continued

beige, men in politics, men's style
Men’s style – Is it OK to wear jeans for work?
2 Aug 2014

Men’s style – Is it OK to wear jeans for work?

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 5

I have never worn jeans for work. Except maybe the day we had a spring clean in 2010. Since my time in the Girl Guides I always follow the old BP motto Be Prepared. If a customer, board member or … Continued

denim, jeans, men's style, menswear, workwear

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