The claim that older men shouldn't wear denim is, of course, nonsense. Denim has been around longer than any of us and no generation has exclusive right to it. A new book, Denim Dudes, by Amy Leverton and published by Laurence King this month, confirms this. Rarely have I seen so many stylish older men wearing double denim; the style police will be reaching for their smelling salts.
The excellent portraits, shot by a team of photographers, show how widely denim appeals to men of all ages and world-wide: the book's coverage ranges from the US, through Europe, to Japan and Australia.
Denim styles too are diverse. Best battered, often vintage, generally blue, usually unpatterned and always found in a wide range garments and shapes. The attraction of the material is obvious, with links to work-wear, rebellion and informality, denim melds youth and age, appealing to a wide range of independent thinkers. This is style, not fashion. As such denim gets my vote and I highly recommend this book.
This book is for all who have ever worn a pair of jeans, or a denim shirt or jacket. The author, Amy Leverton, is a denim expert who is Director of Denim and Youth Culture at the trend-forecasting website, WGSN. See Laurence King for more information.
So how does one wear a denim jacket (not a sport coat) with corduroy, et al. Can we see examples of this? I have an old Levi's denim jacket I never really wear except under a long-coat. I think that's a neat look, stylish versus a sweater.
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James
A pair of brogues, layer with a checked shirt, a cool jumper, a scarf, and you're away! It would be helpful if the cords were tan.... ish.
ReplyDeleteHello James. I agree with the last comment. Make sure the cords are well-fitting, good length, if possible slimmish in shape. Wear with desert boots or brogues. A scarf or cravat to add colour and interest. A coloured shirt or knitwear under the denim jacket (Fair Isle would look good).
ReplyDeleteI haven't got a denim jacket, or I'd put something together. Maybe I'll see is Sarah Gilfillan can help.
Send us an image if you find a good combination.
GF