Page 6 Portland Observer, March 18, 1982
Fashion Page
FOR M EN ONLY
Returning from S.F. with staffs in attendance at the West
Coast Beauty Trade Convention, we reflect on what was seen
fashion- and beauty-wise on the streets and stores of the city.
Fashions galore, a bit early for Portland, Spring outfits with the
strongest statement on the “ Crispness of white.’’ Short skirts
ladies.. .tone up legs, the style is definitely back. The shape is
short and lean or long with softness. Looking and feeling good
into Spring, shapes our attitude for Summer. White from head to
toe, fabrics light weight and airy, the illusion and touch of soft
ness.
Gauze and silk headline fabrics for Spring into Summer. The
importance of »he fashion season when buying is thinking out
total concept, the combination of the brights and the determina
tion of Blacks.
Although Europe highlighted flatter shoes two years ago, the
newest rage in S.F. was flatter shoes worn with colored legs. The
allure of the sheerness of cellophaned le g s.. .is a refreshing
change. . . .
But the surprise of men’s wear was dominant. Nine-to-five at
tire was basic but with an upbeat of new tones.. .colors as men
tioned above and mauve tones, grey with black, rust and orange
with hint of heather and the stability of the sharp white shirt...
adding a splash of bold color at the neck.
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Among the designs featured by Black designers are:
Arthur McGee has designed this full circle cape with bias back and center
vent for more fullness. Worsted wool is from Scotland. Bias cut wool dress
is set off with men’s overcoat buttons in elkhorn. Two-inches-higher-than-
regular waist is belted with braided leather.
(Left) Formal black 100 per cent leather suit by Carl Davis for LeMans
Designs is single-breasted and features peak satin lapel, besom pockets and
no vent.
(Right) Carl Davis has also designed this 100 per cent silk, double-breast
ed quilted jacket with shawl collar for LeMans Designs. The two-button to
one-button styling, besom pockets and no ven, create a distinctive flair.
Black silk slacks complete this elegant look.
Photography by Errol Sawyer.
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What I enjoyed seeing was the statement of total grooming for
men. Many men will spend extra money to buy a quality suit, but
then will refuse to go the extra grooming limit to get the kind of
hair cut or chemical process that complements the suit. Well cut
and styled hair, well-cared-for skin properly shaved face or
groomed beard, make the total statement. Dressing in fashion is
an outward process and there is enormous satisfaction to be had,
but remember, you wear the clothes—don’t let the clothes wear
you. Don’t be a fashion victim. Your wardrobe image could be
the link to positive reaction in that first visual contact for job ac
ceptance.
It is not possible, men, to take things for granted. Now you
must compete for the approval of women not only in the romantic
area but in business as well. The projection of the air of confi
dence is essential to fashion. Looking good is not an accident. It
requires a certain knowledge. Women have always been domin
ant in this area. Men on the other hand have adhered to what
other men decide they should look like. Taking your basic gar
ment and personalizing them with accents of accessories is worth
noting.
In conclusion it was pleasant to see the individual touches of
men’s attire.
The emphasis of the collarless tuxedo shirt, soft light-toned
pleated pants with narrow ankles for leisure after-five wear. Sure
ly you will have to have a great deal of confidence in footwear to
experience some of the new forms and colors seen in the tradi
tional styles of shoes and they arc unmistakenly pleasant.
We women admire you men in your timeless classic traditions,
but the new man’s attire worthy of a second glance consists of the
total look of humor, style and total grooming. Next week: the
“ how to’s’’ of grooming from head to toe._____________
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