For all men - and indeed all women who are interested in men's clothes - here is an alphabetical guide to men's fashion written with wit and expert knowledge. From the etiquette of dressing to the meaning of technical terms, Hardy Amies' skilful eye guides you safely through style decisions on everything from blazers and brogues to skiing and sandals. No man can afford to be without this classic style bible. It is published for the V&A's Golden Age of Couture exhibition, opening in September 2007.
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'Written by the good Hardy in 1964, but still holding its shape and force' -- Deirdre McQuillan, The Irish Times, 2007
`An idiosyncratic little hardback, with some great line drawings and period photographs, detailing all the style tips and technical terms any man-about-town needs to know. From Acrilan to Zips, a classic guide to classic style from one of Britain's most eminent traditional stylists' -- Gay Times, 2007
`An invaluable handbook of sartorial - and somehow moral - excellence'
-- Ben Schott, author of Schott's Original Miscellany
`Endearing little pocket-sized friend ... answers all the fashion questions one man could ever think of' -- The Herald, 2007
`More than an indispensable style guide, ABC of Men's Fashion is peppered with witticisms and acute cultural observations ... readers ...will be delighted by this sartorial guide to looking shipshape' -- GQ, 2007
`An idiosyncratic little hardback, with some great line drawings and period photographs, detailing all the style tips and technical terms any man-about-town needs to know. From Acrilan to Zips, a classic guide to classic style from one of Britain's most eminent traditional stylists' -- Gay Times, 2007
`An invaluable handbook of sartorial - and somehow moral - excellence'
-- Ben Schott, author of Schott's Original Miscellany
`Endearing little pocket-sized friend ... answers all the fashion questions one man could ever think of' -- The Herald, 2007
`More than an indispensable style guide, ABC of Men's Fashion is peppered with witticisms and acute cultural observations ... readers ...will be delighted by this sartorial guide to looking shipshape' -- GQ, 2007
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Sir Hardy Amies died in 2003, but his legacy and style continues under his protege Ian Garlant at Hardy Amies Plc. He opened his fashion house in 1945 and became Dressmaker by Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen. Famous for menswear and his keen eye for classic style, Amies had a regular fashion column in Esquire magazine.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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A book that appeals on two levels. Most of the book is timeless good advice on a gentleman's dress, but the book also has the period charm of a book written in the early sixties. Hardy Amies predicts where men's style will go over the forthcoming years, often with great acuity. He may not have predicted how short-lived some changes in fashion were to be but he frequently sees where the late 60's and early 70's were headed.
Enjoyably opinionated but always knowledgeable. One of the classics tomes on men's style.
Enjoyably opinionated but always knowledgeable. One of the classics tomes on men's style.
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I am so pleased this gem has been re-publish by the V&A. I had an original copy back in the 60's and this has a more appropriate cover. I refer to this book often, it is always on my coffee table and I have also given copies as gifts and they have been much appreciated. A good idea for those who are challenged by what to buy for birthday's, Chistmas and Fathers day.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Forget pretenders like Dylan Jones et al, Hardy Amies was the original modfather and coolest bloke ever. This book contains timeless advice for the modern gent and is a must have for any man who thinks he has style, or who needs some.
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Fantastic read
A little out of date but a fascinating insight in to the world of men's fashion. Some really funny stories too such as 'American Fashion'.
Published 4 months ago by Jamako
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Classic book, great for a gift.
This is a perfect gift for a person interested in men fashion. Parts of the book as well as the language are a bit archaic but this adds a specific charm to it.
Published 22 months ago by Jan
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Great Little Book
This is a fantastic little book which though written quite some time ago contains timeless advice on mens' style and the components of a man's wardrobe. Excellent.
Published on 19 Jan 2008 by D. Hart
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