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New York Fashion Week: Michael Bastian

I admired the European, curated casual look that hit the runway but even more intrigued by Michael Bastian‘s naming his show “The Extra Man”. Here’s the scoop as Style.com tells it: So-called “extra men” have a storied history in polite society: they’re natural-born charmers, called upon to make up numbers at the table, dance with undesirables, and escort other men’s wives to functions when the ladies’ husbands can’t be bothered.  Bastian turned up a 1974 listing of the top 30 the city

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Winner: American Fashion Menswear Book

Question: Who do you think is the single most influential menswear designer and why? Contest Rules: Simply answer the question…. Contest Timing: April 5th – 17th Winner: Patrick….who said “Although not a designer in the contemporary sense, the most influential menswear designer is Beau Brummel (1778-1840). He gave us the suit, the collar and tie and modern trousers.” Note: Thank you to all of the participants for your creative and personally inspiring answers.  We selected Patrick because, indeed, Beau Brummel can

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Contest for Mens Matters!

Across the next couple of weeks, Blueprint for Style will be holding a contest for the gentlemen (although ladies can participate as well).  The purpose of this contest is simply to state your opionion and back it up!!  Follow these simple instructions: Requirements: answer the question, “Who do you think is the single most influential menswear designer and why?”

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