In what ABC’s Nightline would call “a sign of the times,” John Caramanica goes vintage for his latest “Critical Shopper” column in The New York Times. Caramanica’s vintage proprietor of choice is Soho’s recently opened Scout Vintage T-Shirts, which inspires some tongue-in-cheek meditation on the fashionably precarious world of “message” tees. “Did people no longer… Read more »

Ask not what The Beggar can do for you – Ask what you can do for The Beggar! You’ve officially got less than 24 hours to vote for The Beggar in the Guide to Shopping category of Details‘ 1st annual Fashion Blog Awards! If you’ve already voted, then please ask one male friend, family member… Read more »

New Order // Simon Spurr + Timo Weiland from Arcade44.tv on Vimeo. Love ’em or leave ’em, Simon Spurr and design duo Timo Weiland will probably decide what you’ll be wearing in a few years… if not before. Dandification, anglo-fication, post-post-modernization… What would you call their increasing influence? (Keep it kosher, now.)

Key takeaways from The New York Times‘ deep-dive into contemporary consumer culture: The recession has caused a major shift in consumption patterns. People are saving more and spending less than they have in decades. Experts predict this trend will continue long-term. Retailers are offering greater “experiences” and complimentary services. People are happier when they invest… Read more »

The Wall Street Journal gets designer Robert Geller to weigh in on the great shorts debate. For nicer occasions and (policy permitting) the office, “It’s important that there’s a certain weight and shape” to the shorts, Geller tells The Journal. He personally prefers cotton twill for its structure. “If the fabric is a little more… Read more »