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  • January1st

    Crazy About Boyfriend Blazers

    Posted in: Vintage

    A blazer is generally a double breasted jacket that was initially worn by men and boys of the 19th century. Blazers were very popular in England. The name blazer comes from the bright colors that composed the early jackets. However, today we find many women who wear vintage blazers. These usually come in neutral colors. In earlier days, blazers were bright in color and came in striped patterns.

    Earlier one would find boys in private schools wearing blazers that were teamed up with short length pants and long socks. Today, even girls who attend private schools and boarding schools have blazers as a part of their uniforms. The fabric that composes a blazer may differ from linen to woolen to flannel, etc.

    It was not until the late 1970s that vintage blazers were widely worn also by women. The film Annie Hall triggered the fashion for women to wear blazers. One could also see that even through the film Working Girl, there is a clear concept of the eighties style of womens blazers. By the eighties all women would be wearing blazers to their respective official work places. Blazers came in different colors, had buttons and big shoulder pads. Women usually wore vintage blazers made of wool flannel, cashmere or lighter fabrics such as cotton, polyester or rayon. Womens blazers were more fitted than mens blazers. Today we find that women usually wear jackets that are either short in length or are fitted. The jackets that are long in length are not easily available, but one can be sure that designers will soon get them back in the fashion world.

    Like vintage leather coats, now a days we find that mens leather blazers are becoming more and more popular. They have shifted from the eighties scene and have become an easy way of both comfort and style during winters.

    Blazers also make a statement on the person who is wearing it. It gives out an impact that could be either positive or negative. The cut and style of a particular blazer could reflect on the characteristics of the person wearing it.
    Blazers can be worn with any sort of clothing. One can wear it with a shirt and a tie or even without a tie. Blazers look smart with denims or trousers.

    Then again, blazer types also change according to professions. Mens leather blazers come in different styles if they have worked in the navy, police force or the army. Blazers are also worn as a part of a sporting uniform such as cricket, tennis, rowing, etc. Men can also reverse their leather blazers and use them as raincoats.

    Thus, as we can see, the blazer has evolved through generations. Its use is made widely and is appreciated by both men and women. Some vintage blazers have lived through many years, others have been newly created or recreated, while other have lost their touch during certain time frames and then re-emerged in the fashion scene once again.

  • December13th

    Peacoats: A Lifetime Investment

    Posted in: Vintage

    Vintage peacoats are short wool jackets that are made in styles that were adopted for wear by European sailors. The traditional coat is a deep navy blue in color. You can tell that a jacket is a peacoat by the broad lapels and double breasted style. A double row of buttons is used to fasten the jacket. It also comes with slash-style pockets.

    This style was first worn in the 18th century, and the look has changed very little since that time. A longer version of the peacoat, called a bridge coat, was worn by naval officers. When a peacoat is outfitted with epaulettes and and gold buttons, it is known as a reefer. Only officers would have been allowed to wear this garment.

    The first peacoat was worn by a young man who joined the British Navy. The recruits father, who was a Dutch farmer, had made a jacket to keep him warm while serving at sea. The wool for the coat came from the young mans three favorite sheep on the farm. The sheep had been dubbed Pauline, Eleanor, and Andrew. For this reason, the son had referred to it as his "P.E.A. coat."

    When the new sailor reported for duty at Brighton, a petty officer on duty noticed the coat and asked where he had gotten it. The petty officer, Jeffrey Stanislaus Fox, liked what he saw, and the British Navy ordered a supply of 400 of vintage peacoats from the farmer. From that point on, Naval officers were issued this garment as part of their uniform.

    Vintage peacoats continue to be popular fashion items for both men and women. They can be bought from military surplus stores as well as brick-and-mortar and online stores. You can choose a classic design or go for a more updated look. Some designers have reinterpreted the peacoat for evening wear for women by adding ruffles and making the silhouette more fitted. Look for the peacoat in soft cashmere with a fur collar to wear after 5 p.m.

    Women like to follow fashion trends, from jackets to vintage cardigans, we watch as styles come in and go out. It is often difficult to find staples that withstand the test of time and the ever changing trends of the day. The womens peacoat is one of those staples that we can count on to remain a classy, stylish fashion without fear of being out dated. You can now find vintage vintage peacoats in numerous colors and shades, made from wool or tartan. Now women can wear these coats over casual jeans, dress slacks and even over skirts. They can be belted, double or single breasted with features including removable liners making them great for all seasons.

    The womens coat has stood the test of time and continues to be a staple in womens outer wear. Women from all walks of life can be seen wearing pea coats. They add glamour, style, class and flexibility to any womans wardrobe. Their popularity will remain as the womens vintage peacoat has never been and will never be just a fashion trend, but rather a fashion staple.

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