Young Sailor, circa 1919
Tory Burch Grayson Coat, $600
Similarities: both coats are dark colored and have a double row of buttons. The collar and stripes on the Tory Burch coat are reminiscent of other nautical uniforms. Tailored menswear has become a stable in women's fashion lately, with pieces like this cropping up in every designer's lookbook.
Differences: First off, I can guarantee the young boy did not pay anything close to $600 for his coat. His is a little less fitted and proportionally shorter. The quality, presumably, of the Tory Burch coat is higher, but I would also presume that the young boy's coat would last longer without any planned obsolescence.
Background info: Women's fashion has been one of the most visible indicators of cultural change throughout human history. One could argue that up until recently, with the full convergence of men's and women's fashion, that women's fashion was becoming steadily more menswear-influened since around 1900. Nowadays for example, I could go to the men's section of Old Navy and pick out a perfectly cute outfit. (Bernard, K. 2011)
Questions to consider:
1. What other 'classic' nautical influences do you see in fashion today?
2. Do you also think 600 bucks is outrageous for a coat?
3. Why do you think menswear has made such a 'splash' in the fashion industry?
Age: 50
ReplyDeleteGender: Male
Comment:
1. Shoes. Deck shoes are available in both men's & women's styles.
2. Yes. The cost is probably half of that and the companies are making huge profits using cheap labor.
3. The styles are simple and timeless.
Age: 19
ReplyDeleteGender: Male
Comment:
1. Jeans were introduced by hippie's and are now worn daily by millions of people.
2. Hell yes I do. Its a damn scam
3. Men have simple easy styles. They can be transferred easily to women.