We hope you don your finest summer dandy gear and enjoy this beautiful day.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Friday, May 28, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Dandy Advertising: Geo. P. Ide & Co. Shirtwaists
From the 1901 men's clothing trade magazine, The Clothier And Furnisher. Are we seeing this correctly, that the suspenders are worn under the shirt?
C.H.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Dandy Events: Big Apple Tweed Ride
We were so disappointed that we couldn't make the Tweed Ride in Brooklyn this weekend. Anyone have any photos to share?
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Monday, May 24, 2010
New School Dandy Profile: Lassi Patokorpi
Since we launched the shop we have been introduced to many amazing people in the virtual world of blogs and social networking. With this post we continue a regular series of profiles of New School Dandies. Up next, blogger Lassi Patokorpi of the blog Flanööri.
Where did you grow up? In short: Finland. I'm not going to bore you with the details of my migration.
Where do you live now? I currently live here surrounded by a lake in inland Finland. Ha! That came out funny.
When did you establish your personal style? Was there a pivotal moment? How has it changed? I pretty much was a run-of-the-mill young man studying in Senior High until I met my current girlfriend. She was one to dress up, unlike myself who barely ever looked in the mirror. After we had started seeing each other she very gently and inconspicuously noted my appearance. I personally hadn't cast even the faintest thought in the matter of clothes: basic jeans and a t-shirt (well, I had some standards.. I always wore solids, no prints never). After getting the hint I began to ponder about it all and decided to buy a new pair of trousers as I was getting tired of the same old rags. So I set out to find some nice ones – and this time with thought! I pretty much knew what I wanted: a pair of brown wool tweed trousers and definitely not jeans. After a hideous search I finally tracked a pair down and after that the whole thing has just gone out of hand... Suits, bow ties, shirts, shoes you name it. It's a slippery slope!
My style has gone back in time quite a bit. At first it was a 50's dad-look with the checked dress shirt, bow tie, suspenders (braces for you Brits) and dress trousers. But after finding out 'bout "the good stuff" I have moved backwards in time to the Edwardian-1930's era. This time period is really the right one for me as I have always loved art deco, industrial design of the 20's and 30's as well as the architecture and cars. When I discovered so much to my liking in the era I just couldn't let go! It simply had all that I hold dear and essential to my sense of aesthetics.
You could say that a woman has put forth the interest but I myself have been maneuvering it. She has no say in what I wear! In fact me getting so into it all I've very much fueled her enthusiasm as well and we are now both fiery vintage-enthusiasts. Though I think she some times regrets that she sparked the interest in me... Yes, It's that bad!
It was just a wake up call. I had never before thought about it all, but when I did I just woke up and saw it in different eyes. In today's world I bet it's safe to say that this kind of realization is fairly common: there rarely is a need to dress neatly. Though it can also be our Finnish culture. In fact, we have a saying here "rumat ne vaatteilla koreilee" which roughly means that it's the ugly people who dandy up. And yes, Finns dress badly.
My style has gone back in time quite a bit. At first it was a 50's dad-look with the checked dress shirt, bow tie, suspenders (braces for you Brits) and dress trousers. But after finding out 'bout "the good stuff" I have moved backwards in time to the Edwardian-1930's era. This time period is really the right one for me as I have always loved art deco, industrial design of the 20's and 30's as well as the architecture and cars. When I discovered so much to my liking in the era I just couldn't let go! It simply had all that I hold dear and essential to my sense of aesthetics.
You could say that a woman has put forth the interest but I myself have been maneuvering it. She has no say in what I wear! In fact me getting so into it all I've very much fueled her enthusiasm as well and we are now both fiery vintage-enthusiasts. Though I think she some times regrets that she sparked the interest in me... Yes, It's that bad!
It was just a wake up call. I had never before thought about it all, but when I did I just woke up and saw it in different eyes. In today's world I bet it's safe to say that this kind of realization is fairly common: there rarely is a need to dress neatly. Though it can also be our Finnish culture. In fact, we have a saying here "rumat ne vaatteilla koreilee" which roughly means that it's the ugly people who dandy up. And yes, Finns dress badly.
How would you describe your style? I can't describe it in one word but I can try my best to put it in a single phrase. I think of my style as very early 30's young Finnish middle-class male. I very much like what Finland had to offer in terms of style in the era and I am getting more and more into it. It's not too busy but elegant and stylish.
Who is your style icon? I can't say I have a style icon. I've never felt it to be me to have someone to look up to but I have to admit that Clark Gable had the best grooming ever. I love the pencil mustache and that's on my list of to-dos.
Do you have a favorite website? I like The Fedora Lounge and the ambassador of classic men's style in Finland: Keikari.
What is your favorite personal item (non-clothing/accessories)? Even if my style is in the past tense that doesn't mean everything I own is (hence me writing this on a computer). My essential every day item is my cellphone. Can't say it's my favourite but I think it's the best I can provide to this question, sorry!
What is your favorite clothing article or accessory? A-ha, now this I can answer accurately! I have to say that I love my Finnish made black dress boots from 1935. I found them at a recycling center for 1 (one) euro! They were in immaculate shape and the best part is that they fit my largeish US 11 feet!
Where is your favorite or dream vacation spot? I would like to visit Belgium. I love Belgian ales and I find the country charming.
Tell us the best kept secret in your city. If I were to live in a city (by international standards or even national) I would gladly tell you. At the moment I reside somewhere that doesn't have any secrets that I'd even want to know.
At which establishments would you consider yourself a regular? If there is one place I go regularly it's a thrift store, recycling center or a flea market. They are pretty much the only places I ever visit if you don't count the groceries.
What would you be doing ten years from now? I will hopefully be teaching English unless my path takes me elsewhere.
What is your current obsession? I. Need. New. Plus-Fours. Exclamation mark.
Currently inspired by? The beautiful and sunny summer. I love that I can utilise my straw boaters!
Currently annoyed with? Stress.
C.H.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Dandy Video: Michael Alden's Be Swell Like Jacques Brel
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Friday, May 21, 2010
Fine And Dandy Shop Tumblr
We're totally obsessed with Tumblr! It's like a cross between a blog and Facebook. We've created a Tumblr dedicated to our visual inspiration. Check it out here.
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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Dandy Press: Shut Up! Magazine
Some Fine And Dandy Shop items appeared in a photo editorial in the June issue of Shut Up! Magazine, styled by our friend Vava.
Photography - Jordan Poling
Beauty - Kalyani Thiruchelvam
Styling - Vava
Hair - Marco Testa
C.H.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Haberdashery Finds: Kuppenheimer 1928 Book Of Styles
Maurice L. Rothschild - The 1928 Spring & Summer Book Of Styles. The House Of Kuppenheimer - Chicago.
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Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Monday, May 17, 2010
The Family (Dandy) Jewels Part 3
I've written here and here about some jewelry and trinkets I've inherited from various male family members. This weekend I received a few more treasures.
A comb on a chain.
A leather covered match holder engraved "Dad - 1926".
A pocket knife engraved with a "G" and a quill key holder.
The remains of an Ingraham Dixie pocket watch.
C.H.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Dandy Accessory: Ascots
On Friday the AP reported on political pundit Roland Martin's affinity for ascots and the response he receives in the sartorially understated DC community. Although we're partial to bow ties in terms of neck wear we love the look of ascots and have been pleased with our recent ascot sales. Perhaps the ascot is the next big dandy accessory. Do you wear ascots?
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Friday, May 14, 2010
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Dandy Accessories: Pantherella Socks
This spring we're offering socks from Pantherella, a 70 year old hosiery company based in England. Here's some information about Patherella's fine English socks.
C.H.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
New Items Added For Summer
Summer is almost here and we've added new handkerchiefs, Pantherella socks, hats, ties, bow ties, pocket squares, and ascots to celebrate.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Illustrated Dandy: Up & Down New York
We've always been fans of Tony Sarg's Up & Down New York, a gorgeous illustrated pictorial book of the hustling and bustling New York City of the 1920's. It was just this weekend when we picked up the book again that we noticed the many dapper men. Take a look.
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