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[Red Kahina @RedKahina]

@VocalPolitics1 This babytalk is deployed as a defense of comprador henchman and transnat partners carrying out imperial class war, e.g. Abbas, Lula, Tsipras, MBS, Putin, Zelensky, Rodriguez even Jolani.

[SPIES&VESPERS @SpiesVespers]

Brit humor.

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

it's so funny to me that if you achieve the biggest thing in chess, you have to be totally still and quiet

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

What I appreciated most about Bourdain was the way he deconstructed the social hierarchies around food. As Pierre Bourdieu noted, cuisines like French, Italian, and Japanese are often used to signal status. I was moved to see Bourdain treat Vietnamese food with the same reverence

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

Sometimes transmasc people ask me how they can dress in a way that minimizes their hips. I shared some thoughts about this in an earlier thread, but my friend Kiyana just wrote a post about it. I like her style, so perhaps you'll enjoy her post. Link below

IG kiyanaknits

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

Would like to raise money for this org that helps hundreds of cats per year. If you donate at least $10 and post a screenshot in my replies, I'll answer a style-related question for you. Their donation info is linked at the end of their thread (promise no nasty pics in there).

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

There are quality craftspeople in every country, but also hucksters, fraudsters, and pretenders. Atelier BRIO Pechino in Beijing makes fully bespoke clothes that I think surpass any luxury ready-to-wear brand, such as The Row or Loro Piana.

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

André Leon Talley's suit here was made by Morty Sills, a famous NYC tailor that combined traditional British and American tailoring. Gordon Parks was a longtime client and when he signed Richard Roundtree for the role of John Shaft, he took him to his tailor.

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

Parks was an incredibly sophisicated dresser who wore double-breasted blazers, turtlenecks with tweed, and Westernwear. Tremendously elegant throughout his entire life, even when in something as simple as a v-neck with a collared shirt. He understood visual language.

[ZEGNA @Zegna]

MOCASSIN: HOW TO WEAR YOURS

The Italian way of life has shaped ZEGNA’s journey from the very beginning, and the unmistakable essence of Italianità is at its heart.

Born in Italy, crafted for today, inspired by generations, and rooted in tradition.

#MOCASSIN
#ZEGNASUMMER25

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

urban lumberjack aesthetic is a recession indicator

[SCARPISSIMO @ArtediSCARPISMO]

@dieworkwear Oh pardon me. The British Crown Colony of Hong Kong.

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@dieworkwear There was the transparent upper breast pocket for press card and various hooks and bits of netting.

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@dieworkwear Is he wearing Asahi sneakers

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

Some men can wear dainty items like Belgian loafers—which feature a little bow—and look *more* masculine. Others can wear the same item and look a bit feminine. How gender is expressed through style is complex. It's not just about the item; it's also about body and personality.

[SCARPISSIMO @ArtediSCARPISMO]

@dieworkwear If you haven't yet read A Pattern Language by Alexander, I'd strongly recommend it

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@dieworkwear @Sububran_Cowboy Depends on whether the collar rises away as you prod the fire with the poker.

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@dieworkwear @WizzleDean On my phone it looks more cobalt.