Surfing has not only impacted the sports world but also fashion significantly. With changing times, surf fashion has evolved remarkably from functional beachwear to a global phenomenon. The Polynesian Heritage Surfing finds its roots in Polynesian culture, where it was an integral part of life. The early surfers of Polynesia wore loincloths or tapa cloths, crafted from plant fibers which offered both practicality and protection. This simple, functional attire laid the foundation for surf fashion and its future growth. The start of modern surfing's golden era was in the 1950s and 1960s, marked by Southern California's Beach Boys culture. Surfers adopted a relaxed style reflecting the carefree beach lifestyle. Hawaiian shirts, baggy shorts, and boardshorts symbolized the surfing community. As...
Linen textiles can be traced back thousands of years. Learn how linen was first used, see how it's evolved over the years, and find out why it's the textile of choice for many today.
Grandpas are F..ing stylish, and if you haven’t noticed that by now, you need to respect your elders. Over the past few years, particularly as we’ve moved more and more into a post-streetwear world, it’s become clear that instead of nabbing some items from your dad’s wardrobe, you need to be raiding your granddad’s. All across Social Media, videos breaking down different types of grandpa style ‘eclectic grandpa’, ‘coastal grandpa’ and ‘desert grandpa’, have been popping up. But, it’s not just on your FYP that we’re seeing the trend. on the WWW Searches for ‘Grandpa core’ and ‘Grandad style’ are up 65 and 60 per cent respectively. Why dress like a grandfather you might be wondering? There’s a considered...
The Chore Coat has its origins in 19th century France - (Image by Heddels) Explore the world of menswear, whether in the present or at origin of it, you are bound to encounter the chore coat. A cross between a workman's overshirt and a simplified blazer, the chore coat has its roots in 19th century France. There, a cotton drill or moleskine shirt with spacious pockets was dyed using benzoate-based blue, effectively hiding stains from physical labor. Originally known as bleu de travail or "blue work," it has become a staple for farmers, laborers, railway workers, and those who lead a rugged outdoor lifestyle. By the 1920s, French brands like Vetra (short for vetements de travail or "work clothing"), Le Laboureur, and...
Comfortable, cosy, warm, woollen, knitted, patterned, intricate, authentic, stylish, designer and textured are but a few words that can be used to describe an Irish Aran sweater but what is an Aran sweater? It is a style of sweater, also known as a fisherman’s sweater, which originated in the Aran Islands in Connemara, off the west coast of Ireland. These sweaters were traditionally knit in the natural colour of sheep’s wool, an off-white or cream colour. The natural sheep's wool retained their oils making these sweaters waterproof and perfect for the Irish weather. Originally these sweaters were knit by mothers and wives for the islander men who worked as farmers and fishermen but they have since become a fashion statement...
