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April 13, 2013
The Oxford Cloth Button Down Shirt
There is something uniquely special about these “Golden Era” oxfords.
Their particular proportions and collar constructions seem to give them an enviable roll – something like two angel wings - when the collar points are secured. They were particularly comfortable and carefree, but still allowed the wearer to look educated, well-mannered, and professional. It’s a bit hard to tell that just from photographs of shirts hung on hangers, but it’s rather evident whenever you see a photograph of someone wearing a Brooks button down during the early- to mid-century. -- The "Golden Era" Oxfords
Posted by gerardvanderleun at April 13, 2013 12:13 PM. This is an entry on the sideblog of American Digest: Check it out.
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Best way to see those shirts is on your girl, just the shirt.
Posted by: Christopher Taylor at April 13, 2013 1:13 PM
Absolutely the best shirts ever.
Posted by: Fat Man at April 13, 2013 3:35 PM
Christopher Taylor,
+1. Or more.
Although I haveta admit I prefer the addition of panties, preferably full-coverage. The world was simply a better place when Victoria kept her Secrets.....secret.
Posted by: Rob De Witt at April 13, 2013 4:25 PM
Do you think the shirt could help 'Slo Joe' Biden in some manner, any manner?
Posted by: Vermont Woodchuck at April 14, 2013 4:45 AM
I never have less than 4 in the closet. Wear with jeans or with a necktie. Best shirt ever.
Posted by: glenn at April 14, 2013 6:37 AM
My mom bought me those when I was young to wear to school. I always liked them, although at the time I wasn't smart enough to know why. I haven't worn them since high school in the sixties, and am still not smart enough to know why I never wore them again. Slow learner,I guess.
Posted by: drdave at April 14, 2013 7:22 AM
iri,
Of course white. Cotton, too.
Posted by: Rob De Witt at April 14, 2013 9:20 AM
Agree with Glenn. They look good with a tie or open-collared, with a suit, with khakis, or with blue jeans. Still a staple of my wardrobe. And Mr. DeWitt isn't wrong, either. A shirt for all purposes.
Posted by: waltj at April 14, 2013 11:45 AM