Vintage Esquire Spread | Proper Footwear for the Gent.

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The Nordic — Character in Shoes

With its square front and rugged styling, the Nordic reflects its ancestry.  Adapted from a Norwegian Ski Boot — and the sensation of Continental Resorts —  Taylor-Made Craftsmen have added an unusual comfort.  Smart with flannels and all sports attire, it fits into any man’s wardrobe.

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Square-Toed Blucher Oxford

green with white, adobe with sand, all white, brown or blue with white, sand with copper, and all grey.

Sandal with “Lastex” — (Tractor Tread Sole)

natural, blue, green adobe

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I Like the Cut of Your Jib, Sir. | Vintage Menswear Illustrations

 

“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn.”  —Gore Vidal

 

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Esquire 1950 | The Original Mr. “T”

Mr. “T’

Esquire’s Trim New Look Take Over

A fashion tornado has swept the country ever since Esquire’s premier showing last month of the new Mr. T fashions that will dominate your wardrobe from now on. Here’s exclusive chapter #2.

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Short Attention Span | Esquire 1956

Esquire menswear magazine’s fashion spread on top shorts for the summer of 1956.

 

The shorts story is longer than ever before, in terms of style and fabrics. Ever since Esquire made the first break ( in the March, 1953, issue ) the fashion has taken off and now is winning in a breeze.  Time was you could find one store in town had a pair in grey flannel.  Now look them over: in cotton, pleatless front; India madras; short cords for action, wash and wear; blend fabric in stripes.

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