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The History of Houndstooth and How to Style it

The History of Houndstooth and How to Style it

Houndstooth, or as the French say ‘pied de poule’ (‘foot of the chicken’ - due to its resemblance to a chicken's footprint), is one of the most timeless iconic patterns in...
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What are Tattersall checks?

What are Tattersall checks?

What is a Tattersall Check? Tattersall refers to a type of check pattern created by combining evenly spaced horizontal stripes with evenly spaced vertical stripes. Each stripe has a width...
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Types of Stripes in Men's Shirting

Types of Stripes in Men's Shirting

Stripes are lines that run parallel to one another. Typically, in menswear, you will see vertical stripes on more formal garments such as shirts, jackets, and trousers, whereas horizontal stripes...
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