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Plus Fours, Argyll Socks
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Plus Fours, Argyll Socks
A gentleman wears a window- pane check suit of PLUS-FOURS, waistcoat & jacket with Argyll socks, as he stands, smoking his pipe, in the garden of Harrowcliffe, Teignmouth
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1932 Argyll Check Englishman Fours Gentleman Pane Pipe Stands Teignmouth Wears
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Timeless Gentleman: Smoking a Pipe in the English Country Garden, 1932" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, as a dapper gentleman stands in the lush, sun-dappled garden of Harrowcliffe in Teignmouth, England. The year is 1932, and the man's impeccable attire transports us back in time. He wears a window-pane check Plus Fours suit, a classic English country costume. The suit consists of a waistcoat and a single-breasted jacket, the check pattern adding a touch of refined sophistication. The Plus Fours, a popular style in the early 20th century, were characterized by their high-waisted trousers that fell just below the wearer's waist. The gentleman completes his ensemble with a pair of Argyll socks, their tartan design peeking out from beneath the hem of his trousers. The Argyll socks, with their distinctive pattern and length, were a staple of traditional English gentleman's attire. As he stands in the garden, the man takes a leisurely puff on his pipe, the smoke curling up into the clear blue sky. The serene setting, with its vibrant flora and the backdrop of a quintessential English country house, adds to the tranquil atmosphere. This photograph is a testament to the enduring charm of traditional English country style, a sartorial tradition that continues to captivate and inspire us today. It is a snapshot of history, a glimpse into a bygone era, and a reminder of the elegance and grace of a time long past.
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