Keeping it Vintage

How to Get the “Preppy” Look
Once upon a time, “preppy” was a derogatory term. But the days of A.C. Slater nicknaming Zach Morris “preppy” are gone, and in their wake is a revival of what many dub the “preppy” style. What exactly is the preppy style? It’s a fashion movement with roots in New England and the Ivy League, a style that hints at sophistication and good etiquette. But when it comes to actually taking a vague term like “preppy” and putting actual items in your closet, it’s a little difficult to define. So let’s... Read more...
Five Ways To Add Color to Your Wardrobe
“Okay,” you told yourself. “I’m going to build a wardrobe based on versatile colors like grey, khaki, navy blue, and white.” And you did. You built up a nice wardrobe full of shirts, shorts, pants, belts, shoes, and all of the accessories to make you look like a proper gentleman. Now what? Truth be told, it’s one thing to pull off effective style while maintaining the utmost neutrality in your wardrobe. And that’s great to do. But how fun is it? Sometimes, you want to wear something that will help... Read more...
A Guide to Wearing Shorts When the Weather Turns Cool
Shorts are great. You only have to put on a pair like our Sahara Twill to enjoy much more comfort and freedom than you’ll get from any pair of pants. If only there were some way to wear shorts all year long… Of course, everyone knows that’s just a fantasy. Some occasions call for pants. Some weather patterns demand it. But if you know what you’re doing, you can maximize the life of your shorts this season and any season by following a few simple tips for staying warm as... Read more...
How to Pair Socks with Shorts - Without Looking Like a Tourist
There’s a general rule when it comes to pairing socks with shorts, and it goes like this: Don’t. And, to some degree, it’s true. Most people who wear long athletic socks with sneakers over cargo shorts do end up looking like tourists who have no idea how to dress when they aren’t in an office environment. But that doesn’t mean you can never wear socks with shorts. You’ll just want to be subtle about it, learn some interesting tricks, and pay attention when you pick out something to wear from... Read more...
Common Questions Associated with Shorts
If you’re like most people, then you’re overwhelmed by today’s rules of fashion. You’re not sure when to wear what, when to tuck the shirt in, when you should wear socks—and the list never seems to end. And worse, it seems like no one will come out and give you a straight answer to wearing shorts with style. Let’s put an end to all that and answer some of the most common shorts-and-style questions out there. Read more...
Three Situations to Wear Madras Shorts
You’ve heard of this word “Madras.” Maybe you’ve even taken a gander at some Madras shorts and thought, “well, those look sharp—but I don’t know how to pull them off.” Wherever you are in your sartorial journey, the facts are clear: it’s summer, and you want to know how to pull off an interesting pair of shorts in the right situations. The Madras short is a perfect way to stand out from the crowd—but because these designs tend to be a little more ambitious than the usual solid-color short, it... Read more...
5 Signs Your Shorts are Out of Date
  This morning, you woke up, got out of bed, and headed over to the dresser to see what you had good to wear. If you’re like many men, you took one look at that top drawer and rustled through an entire set of clothes, not quite satisfied with what you saw at the top. Sure, there are plenty of clothes there to choose from…but you ignored most of them. Read more...
How to Stand out at Your Next 4th of July Barbecue
We’ll be the first to admit that celebrating Independence Day isn’t about who wins some imagined sartorial contest. But we also live in a country that celebrates independence in more than one way. We’re not a country of uniforms. We’re a country of “wear whatever you like, and be proud of it.” And in our minds, that means that there’s no better time to express your own individual style than on a day in which we celebrate liberty. Or, maybe you just like looking nice at 4th of July parties.... Read more...
Dressing for a Day at the Beach
Dressing for the beach is easy, right? All you have to do is pack a pair of shorts and a shirt, but sometimes you might feel like your look is a little plain. So you start to second-guess yourself, hat or no hat, which pair of sunglasses, the patterns and prints look or would solids be the best choice? The list goes on and on, and as you stand around the house deciding what to wear, you are wasting valuable time spent having fun in the sun. These are the... Read more...
Father's Day Gifts: Three Clothing Gifts for Your Father to Enjoy His Summer
The stereotypical “fatherly” clothes aren’t usually summer wear. If you picture your father, you’ll likely picture something warmer, like a cardigan or sports jacket. And many of your fathers may enjoy exactly that kind of style. But it’s summer on Father’s Day, which means you can’t ignore the fact that the temperature outside calls for a different style of clothes – and a cooler kind of Father’s Day gift. If you don’t want to see your dad’s trademark quizzical expression when he opens your gift, it might be time to... Read more...
Picking Out Shoes for Your Shorts
If you’re shopping at Vintage 1946, it’s safe to say that you have good taste in shorts. You pay attention to your style, and you like picking out the right shorts to suit your personality, and you know what’s in fashion. The problem: one pair of shorts does not make an outfit. You have to have articles of clothing that go with your shorts if you’re really going to make an impression, and the outfit starts from the bottom up. In other words, your outfit begins with your shoes. When... Read more...
How to Store and Protect Your Shorts for Maximum Durability
If you’re going to invest in shorts—and yes, we used the word “invest”—then you’re going to want to take care of them. After all, taking care of your shorts will only help you, ensuring that you can wear the same shorts you bought this year when the hot temperatures roll around next year as well. Taking care of your shorts won’t only help them to maintain their original finish and look but will help make sure that you spend as little money as possible in providing yourself with a wardrobe.... Read more...