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"Sunday Runway, Take Ivy . . . "


Greetings,

Do you have your own copy of the book Take Ivy yet?  Seriously, it's already a regular guide for my fashion inspiration!  Originally published in Japan in the mid-60's,  the slim book documents the collegiate style of the Ivy League schools of that era.  The book had been out of print for ages - even after a small-run printing in 2006 that sold out almost immediately - but, is now available again.   If you're a fan of classic 'trad' mens clothing (as clearly I am!) - it's a must have!

Enjoy a few images - clearly inspiring for a warm holiday weekend . . .





Take Ivy.  Inspiration awaits . . . 

Cheers,
Scot
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The Devoted Classicist said…
I have an older brother who was "Best Dressed" in high school in the mid-60s, so I remember bleeding madras, ivy loops, and penny loafers!
July 3, 2011 at 8:01 AM
Karena said…
Scot,Always a classic look!! Every image you have shown is perfect!

xoxo
Karena
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July 3, 2011 at 9:09 AM
Angela Duke said…
Classic! Got my first copy when it was finally published stateside last year. Love it!
July 3, 2011 at 11:53 AM
quintessence said…
LOVE Take Ivy!! Just come visit here in CT - it's a living image of it!!
July 3, 2011 at 3:55 PM
Curtains in My Tree said…
Love the look

and did while in school I was always having a school girl crush on the good looking ivy penny loafer dressed kind of guy

I also think the older men look good today dressed like that ( my dream man LOL)


back in the day in high school it was the preppy look
July 3, 2011 at 5:42 PM
The enchanted home said…
A great book for anyone who loves the style, which I do. Such a great American classic look that will never get old or go out of style. Lovely book!
July 4, 2011 at 4:50 AM
ZoeB said…
This is how my English 15 yr old son likes to dress in the summer.He is playing Lacrosse in Rhode Island over the summer. Think he'll blend in?!!
July 4, 2011 at 6:19 AM
Laura said…
great photos! is there a similar book for ivy league ladies of this time period?
July 4, 2011 at 7:55 AM
The French Maid said…
Thanks for the tip! This is a great addition to my style library and I know my guy will like to looke thru it. We are about 4 hours from Charleston, SC, where the men still wear alot of this look. My favorite is a gentleman in a seersucker suit and straw hat...ahhh.
July 4, 2011 at 8:49 AM
Anonymous said…
Very cool -- check out "The Trad" blog, he interviewed the authors of Take Ivy last year and it is very interesting. Donna
July 5, 2011 at 7:25 AM
SHERRY HART said…
Popped over here from Tobi's blog. You got yourself a nifty little gig going. Love your content! I'll be back....
July 6, 2011 at 5:50 AM
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