Author : Jon Floyd

Is Bottega Veneta An Italian Brand?

Bottega Veneta was established in 1966 in Vicenza, Italy by Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro. Crafting artisanal leather goods, the brand developed a distinctive leather weaving design, the Intrecciato, which instantly became Bottega Veneta’s iconic look. What does Bottega Veneta mean in Italian? Venetian shopThe name Bottega Veneta means “Venetian shop” in Italian. Bottega Veneta […]

Do Northerners Say Pants Or Trousers?

Whereas ‘pants’-wearing Northerners enjoy a ‘bap’, ‘bun’ or ‘barm’ for their ‘tea’, Southerners in ‘trousers’ are more likely to tuck into a ‘roll’ for their ‘dinner’, find language researchers at The University of Manchester. Which countries call trousers pants? Pants is the normal word in the UK. There is a difference in use of the […]

What Does Tommy Hilfiger Earn?

The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Tommy Hilfiger is $120,833, or $58 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $119,057, or $57 per hour. At Tommy Hilfiger, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $220,309 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $46,404 annually. How […]

Are Trousers British?

In the UK, we would be embarrassed if people saw our pants. British English American English Trousers Pants Pants / Underwear / Knickers Underwear / panties briefs/underpants shorts/jockey shorts Is trousers a British word? There is a difference in use of the word in different forms of English. In American English, it means what is […]

What Trousers Are In Right Now?

And there’s not a low-slung pair in sight. Tailored Wide-Leg Trousers. Photo: @marisamartins. Pleated Trousers. Photo: @daniellejinadu. Printed Denim. Photo: @emilisindlev. Knitted Trousers. Photo: @abimarvel. Coloured Leather/Vinyl Trousers. Photo: Off-White Jeans. Photo: Animal-Print Trousers. Photo: Retro Flares. Photo: What trousers are trending now? A year at home has seen spikes in sales of jogging bottoms […]

How Do You Wear Dress Trousers Casually?

Pair Your Dress Pants With Quality Clothes Button-Downs. A crisp white shirt designed for a suit will typically not have buttons on its collar, making it a button-up. Sweaters & Cardigans. For cooler weather, try layering your collar with sweaters, cardigans, and the like. Think About Your Shoes. Can you wear formal trousers casually? Formal […]

What Are Spaghetti Tops?

Spaghetti tops are a fancier version of camisoles. They are pretty enough to be worn as outerwear. Spaghetti tops can be paired with denim, shorts or even skirts and are mainly characterized by the dainty noodle straps. Why is it called spaghetti top? It is commonly used in garments such as swimwear, camisoles, crop tops, […]

Are Tank Tops And Camisoles The Same?

They are typically tight-fitting but can be waist length or cropped. One of the biggest differences between these two pieces is the straps. Tank tops have wider straps, whereas camisoles are more delicate and feature straps that are thinner and lighter such as noodle or spaghetti straps. What is tanks and camisoles? Tank tops and […]

Are Jeans Ok For Casual Dress?

When the dress code states business casual, you’re good to go with jeans. Any person who sets a business casual dress code – for an office or an event – is expecting to see jeans. Do jeans count as casual dress? T-shirts, jeans and trainers: all are allowed under a casual dress code. The key […]

How Can A Girl Dress Up Well?

Try these layering techniques to dress up your basic outfits: Wear a jacket or blazer over a t-shirt or blouse with jeans, or wear it over a dress. Wear a vest over a long-sleeved shirt, or wear it over a cap-sleeved blouse. Layer a miniskirt over tights or leggings. Layer a button-down shirt over a […]

What Is It Called When A Guy Dresses Like A Girl?

Cross-dresser This describes a person who wears the clothes usually associated with the “opposite “sex. This is seen as a form of gender expression. The word “transvestite” is not used much these days. And the expression “drag queen” is different, meaning a man who dresses “as a woman” for purposes of entertainment. What do you […]

What Do You Wear Under A Skimpy Dress?

“Generally, a high-waisted brief is a common go-to,” says Brown. This bottom choice ensures your lower half will be covered, but you’ll still be teasing a decent amount of skin. What should we wear under short dresses? What To Wear Under A Dress That’s Too Short? As already mentioned in the first tip, you can […]

How Do You Dress Warm But Not Bulky?

Thin Base Layer Tops (designed to trap heat, but wick away moisture) Wool Blended Sweaters & Cardigans. Flannel Shirts (I use these for when I’ll be taking off warmer sweater layers while inside). Thin, Packable Down Vest (or down alternative if you’re allergic) EXTRA ACCESSORIES: Lined Beanie. Thin Gloves. Scarf. How can I stay warm […]

What Did De Guiche Do With His White Scarf?

De Guiche reluctantly accepts the white scarf from Cyrano. He then waves the scarf to a “useful spy” in his employ, stationed far away (i.e., off-stage). De Guiche explains to the French troops that he’s been using this spy to collect important information about the enemy. What did de Guiche do with his scarf? He […]

What Is A Classic Chanel Suit?

The classic Chanel suit with a twist, it was probably made circa 1960-70. The point in relation to the LBD is that designers buy plain fabric and then make it their own with hand-stitched embroidery, beads, buttons, lace etc. It is not about the expense but the creativity involved in the design. What is Chanel […]