A Blue Brown Betty

Photo by Muffy Aldrich

Made in Pristine, England.

L.L. Bean Catalog, 1994

I had scanned in some pages from a 1994 L.L. Bean catalog that was hidden in our bookcase a handful of years back.  And as I came across these scans today,  I thought it might be interesting to see if any of the items from 32 years ago were still as good today.  I grabbed some links of the same, or similar, items for comparison.

• Women's Premium Double L Polo, Short-Sleeve Relaxed Fit
• Premium Double L Polo
• Men's Premium Double L Polo, Banded Short-Sleeve, Tipped
• Men's Premium Double L® Polo, Hemmed Short-Sleeve with Pocket
• Men's Premium Double L Polo, Long-Sleeve Without Pocket

Steele Canvas - 250th Anniversary Edition

Photos by Muffy Aldrich

Steele Canvas launched this summer their new Icon collection, celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary, and did it brilliantly.  It is made of an especially good shade of Navy, and of the tough all cotton canvas for which they are known. I honestly cannot imagine a tougher canvas duffle bag, with a big rugged zipper, a duffle that will indeed last decades. 

All made in Massachusetts.

• Medium Canvas Tote Bag, 250th Anniversary Edition

• Canvas Duffle Bag, 250th Anniversary Edition

• Full Icon Collection

They also offer this style in two of their popular and useful trucks, including the 3 Bushel truck below. 

• Canvas Elevated Truck, 250th Anniversary Edition 

 

Branford, Connecticut's Thimble Islands (repost)

All Photos of/by Muffy Aldrich

Branford, Connecticut's Thimble Islands, a collection of islands adjacent to Stony Creek, is worth experiencing for its unique geography, structures, and culture.  

Those Lazy, Hazy Summer Days

Photos by/of Muffy Aldrich

 

 

The Cordings of Piccadilly Summer Sale

All Photos by/of Muffy Aldrich

The Summer Sale at Cordings of Piccadilly is on, and as you know, it can be a great time to pick up not only summer items at a reduced price, but there are also a handful of particularly good prices on autumn pieces as well.

Made in Scotland of 90% Wool and 10% Cashmere

Also Made in Scotland of 90% Wool and 10% Cashmere

Yes, that is a Men’s Pink Cricket Jumper. A hefty garment made of 90% wool and 10% cashmere, with cables and a V-neck. Made in Scotland.

• Men’s Rose Pink Cable Cricket Jumper <https://www.cordings.co.uk/us/rose-pink-cable-wool-and-cashmere-cricket-jumper.html>

And also for Men (shown above), the equally luxurious Navy Cable Crew Neck, and also Made in Scotland of 90% wool and 10% cashmere.

• Men’s Navy Cashmere/wool Cable Crew <https://www.cordings.co.uk/us/navy-cashmere-cable-crew-neck.html>

Made in Britain, Blue Suede Deck Loafers for the Ladies

For the Ladies - these awfully comfortable Blue Suede Deck Loafers, made from 100% British suede leather and crafted in Britain. They also come in Taupe. I am wearing them with the Ladies Cordings Lily Jeans.

June on Wheels

Photos by Muffy Aldrich

 

A Reader Question: What goes in your G&T?

 A reader question:

Dear Muffy,

On the assumption that I'm not the only one of your readers that enjoys a gin & tonic, what is their favourite "slice" or for that matter "wedge". I personally prefer lime, but I have a dear friend who likes orange, which is not something I've seen anyone else do. If it's not lime, it's usually lemon. Any thoughts?

Kind regards

Camp Moc vs Blucher Moc vs Boat Shoe