By Lisa Hix — As we reflect on Pearl Harbor Day, here’s something to keep in mind: The “men” who fought and died for the United States in World War II, were just barely out of adolescence, as young as 18 years old—the same age as guys obsessed with "Maxim" and Grand Theft Auto today. The WWII flight jackets painted with provocative pin-up girls, favorite comic characters, or lucky charms are a reminder of just how young these servicemen were. "If this guy wants to paint a naked lady on the back of the...

The Tuxedo Coat That Found Its Way Home

By Veronica Cizmar — I love gentleman's bespoke tailoring and have an affinity for vintage tuxedo coats—in particular, tuxedo tails. A recent acquisition of a 1939 gray wool tuxedo tailcoat was a pleasant surprise. Tailored by J.P. Nugent of Montreal for Mr. Pierre Beullac, I had in my hands a little bit of Canadian history: “Pierre Beullac was a Canadian lawyer, then a judge. His father arrived in Montreal, Canada, in 1874 and established himself as a decorator of churches, then later ballrooms. Pierre...