A Reader Question: Updating the Preppy/Ivy/Sloane Lifecycle Chart

A Reader question:

Good morning, my memory lane guru and tour guide.  

One of my favorite posts remains your 2017 introduction to the "Life Cycle of Preppy Companies."  ("Many peddle aspirational vulgarity." Brilliant.) 

I was wondering if you plan a 'ten years on' update - I think it would be well received! 

All the best from this New Englander in his Mid-Atlantic exile,

So, with the goal of filling in an updated chart:

From your experiences, focused on clothing and accessory companies that fall roughly in the Preppy/Ivy/Sloane lane, and for Men and Women, which companies would you include on the chart today, and in which category?

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At the Harbor Today

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Foods, Summer Fresh

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Mercer Shirt Refresh

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Nothing is as refreshing as a Mercer refresh.  Broadcloth, of course. 

• Mercer 3MM Nile Blue Bengal Stripe <https://mercerandsons.com/collections/stripes/products/3mm-nile-blue-bengal-stripe>

Midsummer Along the Coast

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A Reader Question: Hand written letters? Fountain pens?

 A question from a reader:

Hi Muffy,

May I ask a question which I hope is pertinent to the blog.

Do people, other than me, use fountain pens? My father gave me my first fountain pen when I was eleven years old and I've used one ever since. I always carry one to appointments in case I need to sign my name and at home I use one exclusively as I did when I was working prior to retirement. Obviously most correspondence is by email nowadays, but I still prefer sending hand written notes and letters.

Am I alone in this?

Kind regards

A Question from a Reader: Best Trousers for a Business/ Business Casual Workplace?

I received a note from a reader asking:

What are the best trousers for a business or business casual workplace?

Reader Question: Favorite Outfit When the Temperature Reaches 90+? (repost)

From a Reader:

I have a question for this intelligent community. When the temperature reaches 90++++ what is your favorite outfit? I prefer white and creme linen and cotton with flip flops and a straw hat. I'm wondering if both males and females have other useful suggestions. Hats and foot gear suggestions appreciated! Love the warmth but enjoy being comfortable

A Blue Brown Betty

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