On the Question of Dress

(Samuel Beckett knew how to wear clothing)

There are a number of interesting and inspirational blogs out there on street-fashion. I follow a number of them and have this blog linked to one of the best: The Sartorialist. I am all for culture being ordinary but I am opposed to obviousness. All too often I see street fashion blogs paying attention to the obvious attention grabbing dressers who are trying their hardest to destroy the ordinary. Flashiness bothers me because it implies a lack, it implies a disregard or mistrust of the ordinary--to miss the importance and beauty of the ordinary is an unforgivable failure of perception. The ordinary can be expensive or cheap, it can blend in or stand out, and most importantly it can allow you to be seen.

Here are a number of interesting, ordinary, and relatively affordable designers that I am excited by right now.

Dunderdon

Dunderdon does really plain, fitted, durable, and tasteful stuff at a fair price.

L.L. Bean

Old Brands like L.L. Bean, Lands End, or Woolrich make classic clothing at a fair price. I wouldn't ever buy a pair of pants but jackets, sweaters, and shoes are all a go. I like this moccasin because of its structure. It is designed with purpose in mind: leather laces, eyelets, a defined toe, and a waterproof sole. It works year round and in all weather meaning it can age nicely and take on a bit of history. Perhaps it will even replace the done to death boat shoe.

A.P.C.

A.P.C. jeans are simply the best jeans you will ever own. Don't wash them, size down, and wear them everyday.

I will keep up on the fashion/dress stuff as I see fit.