FeedFish On: Macy’s Hates The Fat Man, Whole Family, Crocs, Gladiator Sandals
Written by NetBear on June 20, 2009 – 12:37 pm -Does Macy’s hate the fat man?
Late last week I received an email from a reader, we’ll call him “Ken”, which read: “Well as the menswear examiner, you should know that Macys no longer stocks suits larger than 46. This really sucks for those of us who occasionally have to dress like we are employed and don’t have the physique of a 13 year old.”
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From the Whole Family - For the Whole Family
A one-size-fits-all Father’s Day buying guide is a little cold and impersonal. Instead of the best ties, socks, shirts, or the regular what-have-you, this Father’s Day should be different. Give Dad an accessory that can be worn around the neck or stashed in a pocket that won’t end up at the back of his underwear drawer.
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A Crocs Comeback?
For any company that relies on a fickle consumer base that is easily swayed by trends and the next big thing it can be difficult to stay relevant. Without a doubt, Crocs, the company that brought us the most improbably hip colorful plastic clog that makes you look like a cross between a duck and a human, is one such company. Even though at the time I was well aware of the fact that these anomalously popular scuff-abouts were sure to be a flash in the pan, all it took was for me to try a pair on and I was hooked.
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Gladiator Sandals - In or out this Summer?
As silly as the question of “in or out” is, it is a perennial favorite to ponder for those of us that follow fashion. It’s kind of like the “new black” thing that gets tossed around every time the fashion world transitions from one season to the next. What’s funny about all this is, it is not we, the consumer, that has much of any say in this matter. Instead, what’s “in” or “out” is essentially dictated by the big fashion houses and the fortunate few independent designers to garner some public attention.
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Until next week — Got Fish?
By Bruin on Jun 20, 2009 8:32:49 PM | Reply
I had a sandal that looked like that. I wore it when I broke my foot, and again when I had a bunion removed. Who knew they’d become fashionable?