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    current dress trends

    Flicka, I'm not laughing at you, but I think that description was hilarious! I picture something from a Tim Burton claymation film. It perked up my morning, thanks! Floey, my lady also sews quite a bit and she's been considering some linen trousers for me and some wool trousers for herself. I...
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    Questions from a hat newbie

    Which reminds me, I need to pick up one of Bob's $45 Optimo for this summer. The Lounge will ruin me (or at least my pocketbook) yet!
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    Questions from a hat newbie

    All three of those are decent looking hats for the price. As pjt113 noted, there is a Panama hat thread already on here that gives plenty of pointers and examples to consider. You might also try PanamaBob - he's one of our many hat vendors. Do Tony or Art do Panamas? I've already forgotten...
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    Bots Ahoy!

    Interesting. This is a very real concern that should be noted for anyone using online social forums like the FL, Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, etc. If anyone is interested, here are some articles detailing this troubling trend: PC World: Army of Fake Social Media Friends to Promote Propaganda...
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    Whatever Happened to the Western Movie Genre?

    YES! I think this is so important to communicate in a Western. I'm sure there can be other perspectives and methods (such as a very close-quartered Western Boom town, etc.) but a Western ought to focus at some point on the expansive, seemingly-empty "West". That can be acheived in any film of...
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    Formal Wear Primer

    I had posted a poll but it was removed same-day. I have a feeling we're not going to see a new forum. [huh]
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    Whatever Happened to the Western Movie Genre?

    I've been waiting to see that movie forever.
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    Whatever Happened to the Western Movie Genre?

    I disagree with this article. Westerns, as a genre, aren’t declining anymore than cinema is declining overall; and it’s not even that cinema is declining so much as it’s being diluted. Every genre is seeing a dilution of quality as the market is flooded by producers trying to make money with...
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    Polyester?

    In case anyone's interested, here are some trade names for polyester: Avlin, Dacron, Encron, Esterweld, Fortrel, GoldenTouch, Kodel, Quintess, Spectran, Strialine, Textura, Trevira, Vycron
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    current dress trends

    Not to make matters worse, but since we're on the subject, you might find this of interest: Sexy Women in Ads Seen as Objects
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    current dress trends

    ...where is that blasted 'train-wreck' smiley...
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    Burgundy wingtips?

    I agree, I've always liked cordovan/burgundy over black. In any case, yes, you most definitely want to get another pair of shoes - whatever you like - and rotate. Your shoes will last much longer, and your feet will thank you. Also, invest in a couple pair of shoe trees. They are a must. Don't...
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    The Yoga Pants trend

    Why?! WHY?!
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    current dress trends

    It's not news that unrealistic expecations are placed on women to look "right". Fashion industry has forced unrealistic image on women, says leading designer Size 4 model: I was fired for being too fat Kelly Clarkson Photo Retouched to Make Her 'Look Her Best' [note the difference in...
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    The Yoga Pants trend

    Agreed. Men - start sporting those Yoga pants!
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    Cleaning ties at home?

    You might try reading through the following link: Making Homemade Laundry Soap I've used this mixture on silk ties, poly ties and rayon ties with no ill effects. In fact, I've completely cleaned some "beyond repair" ties and some really nasty stains. There is one caveat - silk doesn't...
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    current dress trends

    Stand back and think about this business model for a moment: ACME Clothing Company makes stylish new clothes for the modern consumer. * Vanity sizes are used so as to differentiate ACME's line from other brands, but the sizing has no actual bearing on fit; in fact, the clothing fits poorly...
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    Weird and Forgotten Movies

    You beat me to it. Let me also mention Magic (1978), which is a splendid film starring Sir Anthony Hopkins. The great thing about Magic, besided Hopkin's usual ability to absorb a character so thoroughly, is the cinematography. Lot's of shadow play and double-personality metaphor in the...
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    Subverting Technology -- Golden Era style

    Lizzie, tell me if I'm understanding you. You're looking for examples of using modern technology against itself, more or less, as opposed to repurposing a vintage item, or mocking up a modern item to look vintage. This would include using vintage items for their intended purpose and...
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    Customer Service in the old days versus now.

    Wow, in all my years working customer service, I must say that I've never seen such an unprofessional response. I understand both points of view (yours and theirs), but I have to say I find that in VERY poor taste on part of Air Canada. Their job is to serve you, period(.) What should have...

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