NorthofEngland
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For the last 70 years there has been, essentially, two major trends...
The 'smart, businesslike' conformity of the 1950's - which was used as the theme for many of the variations we wore in the 'cash and cocaine'80's
and the 'laid back' anti-establishment casualwear of the Hippy Dippy 60's, the 'let's see if we can catch 4 different types of crabs, all at once' 70's and, to a lesser extent the' I think I'll spend my entire student grant on five weeks of ecstasy fuelled insanity' 1990's.
Uniforms were popular in the 1940's with everything from leather trenchcoats to striped pyjama's, infesting most of Europe for the first half of the decade.
The 'noughties' were, much like the 90's, a decade of minor fads with 'blink and you'll miss 'em' 80' Revivals and other inconsequential 'mini-trends'.
2014 is the year when the movers and shakers of fashion finally stop limiting their 'retro' influences to the 20th Century and style with an older pedigree will finally be seen again on our high streets
The ELIZABETHAN RUFF
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing)
This 16th Century adornment has been threatening to make a comeback for several centuries.
Fashionistas' predict that the streets of New York, Tokyo and Kabul will be crowded with societies A list all wearing RUFFS.
The STOVE PIPE HAT
Owing it's re-emergence into popularity almost exclusively to Daniel Day Lewis, the Stove Pipe Top Hat is aboiut to be a common sight on streets and parks for the first time in 100 years.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Quality-Black-Wool-Felt-Stove-Pipe-Lincoln-Victorian-style-top-hat-fast-post-/161035114940
Particularly enjoyed by the shorter man, Stove Pipe Hats will add a touch of panache to any occasion.
The CODPIECE
A common sight amongst the trendsetters of 16th Century Europe the CODPIECE is designed to accentuate the manliness of the wearer.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Quality-Black-Wool-Felt-Stove-Pipe-Lincoln-Victorian-style-top-hat-fast-post-/161035114940
Although the Codpiece always retained a cult following in places such as Amsterdam and San Francisco, the Codpiece will once again take its place in the mainstream.
By the end of 2014 the Codpiece will be commonly seen on Doctors, school teachers and men of every profession.
and finally...
17th Century WIGS
Nothing shouts CONFIDENT! like a man in a long, flowing wig.
Extremely popular for over a century with everyone from Louis 16th to the Duke of Marlborough, these wigs are on the verge of a MAJOR COMEBACK!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:De_Vermont-Largilliere.jpg
Originally only within reach of the deepest pockets, technological advancements have ensured that every working man can afford his very own wig!
Expected to be especially popular in the South Westeern parts of the USA, mostly so in Arizona.. The WIG will return with maximum force.
The 'smart, businesslike' conformity of the 1950's - which was used as the theme for many of the variations we wore in the 'cash and cocaine'80's
and the 'laid back' anti-establishment casualwear of the Hippy Dippy 60's, the 'let's see if we can catch 4 different types of crabs, all at once' 70's and, to a lesser extent the' I think I'll spend my entire student grant on five weeks of ecstasy fuelled insanity' 1990's.
Uniforms were popular in the 1940's with everything from leather trenchcoats to striped pyjama's, infesting most of Europe for the first half of the decade.
The 'noughties' were, much like the 90's, a decade of minor fads with 'blink and you'll miss 'em' 80' Revivals and other inconsequential 'mini-trends'.
2014 is the year when the movers and shakers of fashion finally stop limiting their 'retro' influences to the 20th Century and style with an older pedigree will finally be seen again on our high streets
The ELIZABETHAN RUFF
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing)
This 16th Century adornment has been threatening to make a comeback for several centuries.
Fashionistas' predict that the streets of New York, Tokyo and Kabul will be crowded with societies A list all wearing RUFFS.
The STOVE PIPE HAT
Owing it's re-emergence into popularity almost exclusively to Daniel Day Lewis, the Stove Pipe Top Hat is aboiut to be a common sight on streets and parks for the first time in 100 years.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Quality-Black-Wool-Felt-Stove-Pipe-Lincoln-Victorian-style-top-hat-fast-post-/161035114940
Particularly enjoyed by the shorter man, Stove Pipe Hats will add a touch of panache to any occasion.
The CODPIECE
A common sight amongst the trendsetters of 16th Century Europe the CODPIECE is designed to accentuate the manliness of the wearer.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Quality-Black-Wool-Felt-Stove-Pipe-Lincoln-Victorian-style-top-hat-fast-post-/161035114940
Although the Codpiece always retained a cult following in places such as Amsterdam and San Francisco, the Codpiece will once again take its place in the mainstream.
By the end of 2014 the Codpiece will be commonly seen on Doctors, school teachers and men of every profession.
and finally...
17th Century WIGS
Nothing shouts CONFIDENT! like a man in a long, flowing wig.
Extremely popular for over a century with everyone from Louis 16th to the Duke of Marlborough, these wigs are on the verge of a MAJOR COMEBACK!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:De_Vermont-Largilliere.jpg
Originally only within reach of the deepest pockets, technological advancements have ensured that every working man can afford his very own wig!
Expected to be especially popular in the South Westeern parts of the USA, mostly so in Arizona.. The WIG will return with maximum force.
