True Classics: Clothes that are Truly Timeless

 

1. The Denim Jean

"Jeans are sexy...jeans are still uncontrived, unself-conscious, telegraphing the fact that we aren't trying to look good - we just do" (Dubin and Berman 2000, 168).

2. The White Shirt

"...symbolise simplicity and effortless style" (ibid, 170).

 

 
3. The Khakis

"...versatile, neutral, well-fitting pants that go with everything...Khakis became the jeans of the late 20th Century" (ibid, 172).
 

4. The Trench Coat

"Today the trench coat remains eminently practical and versatile" (ibid, 174).

5. The Cashmere Sweater

 "...screamed luxury and money and, by association, good taste" (ibid, 176).

6. The Leather Jacket
"...tend to associate the leather jacket with positive virtues from both periods - individuality, courage, and hidden depths of sensitivity" (ibid, 178).

7. The Little Black Dress

"...always simple, elegant, slyly sexy, and unmistakably black...It's magic, and it's been going on for more than 80 years" (ibid, 180).

 

 

 

Reference List:

• Dubin, T., and A. E. Berman. 2000. Vintage Style. New York: Harper Collins Publishers. 
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