Woolrich: Decades of American

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I thought I would share these two videos with you in lieu of my previous posting about American wear. I stumbled across them on my daily internet browsing, its a good way to avoid studying for this accounting exam I have in 3 hrs. Oh well enjoy.

Ballin' in Style

A couple of weeks ago BC hosted its annual ALC Ball, where people always show up clearly dressed to impress. So I thought I'd highlight some elegant evening wear, which is rarely a point of focus. Feel free to steal some ideas for your next formal event. Enjoy!

DC Chilling

This past week my brother Aaron and I found ourselves in the capitol for our cousin's book signing (Root And Branch: Charles Hamilton Houston, Thurgood Marshall, And The Struggle To End Segregation). The signing was at this laid back and chill spot on U street called Busboys and Poets. The crowd was diverse, the conversation was thought provoking, and the burger wasn't half bad either. The book is about the friendship and relationship between the two great lawyers. It looks at the legal strategy they implemented in order to fight segregation. You guys need to check the book out! Before we left we got some time in hanging out with some DC friends, shopping in Georgetown and GW before we left. Straight DC chillin!

Button Up: Oxford Shirt

Oxford shirts are a staple in every man’s closet. They are the perfect laid back commentary that says I really belong. They are a very comfortable way to make a statement and create a clean look. There is nothing crisper than a well-tailored oxford shirt. I was first introduced to the oxford shirt at an early age by my dad and later perfected wearing them casually through long days of prep school and wild times in the summer heat. You can wear them with a nice repp tie and colorful pants to create that classic go-to-hell look rampant on the campus of New England prep schools or create a more rebellious look through adding a leather jacket, fitted, jeans and some fresh kicks. Either way I know I don’t go anywhere without one.

History:

The oxford cloth button-down shirt, named for the esteemed university, originated as a sport shirt. At the turn of the last century, polo players in England would wear formal, long-sleeved shirts made of oxford cotton—a breathable and sturdy basket-weave cloth. The collars were made with buttons to prevent them from flapping during matches, starting a trend soon adapted for tennis shirts as well. The oxford first appeared in the United States at the turn of the century, and its popularity took off in the 1950s, by which time the look had become associated with classic Ivy League style.

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R.I.P Biggie Smalls

Today is the 13th anniversary of the death of one and only Notorious B.I.G, so it is only appropriate to pay tribute to this legend. Here's the classic Juicy video that I'm sure all true fans have memorized all the words to. "It was all a dream, I used to read Word Up magazine...."