There are many tweed patterns to choose from but if you've hit on light green Donegal for your new suit you've picked a classic for country and casual town wear. Here it is seen on André Churchwell as he stands in Nashville's Flying Saucer pub. Notice the touches from Savile Row tailoring: leather buttons on the waistcoat as well as the jacket and the flaps on the waistcoat pockets. The suit is complemented by a brown Trilby and an orange and green checked necktie.
Photo: Michael Thompson
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I feel weird saying this because I personally like clothing that has a slight throwback feel to the '30s/'40s, but Dr. Churchwell, although he dresses spectacular for himself as an individualist, basically only dresses in a late '30s/early '40s style.
Now that in itself is not a problem, he suits it and carries it well, but he also presents himself as a spokesman for the decline in good dressing (and its supposed relation to good manners). I'm wary of any theory that tries to place 'good dress' in a time capsule out of personal taste. And especially one that links the fall of civilisation to the change in popular mass clothing.
On the other hand I like ASW because it isn't locked into any era, just classic style.
Sorry to seem so negative.
Another excellent installment of man in style. Makes me want a new Donegal.
The clothes and the man are impeccable.
I have just a slight criticism of the photo and its setting. Although this restaurant looks mosting inviting, Dr. Churchwell seems to be lost in a sea of browns. He would stand-out more in a different setting.
I rather agree with Roger. The suit is gorgeous, but seems just a little too dressy for the setting. What to wear to be well-dressed for the pub is almost as difficult as what to wear for a dress-down Friday! Also (sorry!), but to my mind any headgear looks out-of-place when worn indoors or in the car.
Beautiful clothing, worn with style. If he were to move to a table, he'd better take the hat off, but it's perfectly acceptable at the bar - and what a great color to complement the suit and tie!
Inspiring!
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