Ivy Style

By Matthew Longcore Needlepoint is a longstanding preppy pastime and very much a part of the traditional Ivy League look. The handmade character of needlepoint has provided a means of self-expression for generations of preppies. For gentlemen, the needlepoint belt is often one of the most beloved items in their wardrobes. It is sentimental and

Ivy Style editor and publisher Matthew Longcore had the opportunity to interview Davey’s CEO and owner Patrick French. Here is the transcript from the interview. Matthew Longcore: Welcome and thank you for taking time to talk with us today. Let’s begin with heritage and continuity. Back in July, the Ivy Style article on the revival

By Matthew Longcore Trunk shows are a charming vestige of the past that have thankfully continued into the digital age, at least for a select group of clothiers. They originated in the United States during the late 19th century when  manufacturers began to showcase their latest clothing collections directly to customers through a traveling suitcase

Editor’s Note: The following article is by Dan Covell, friend to the site, was originally published on July 3, 2023. Dan is the author of Managing Intercollegiate Athletics which you can buy here, and The New England Small College Athletic Conference which you can buy here. “In 1959, staff writer Alfred Wright, an elegant Yalie

By Bill Thomas Bill Thomas is the entrepreneur who founded Bills Khakis in 1990 and PennBilt in 2022.  It all started with a pair of original WWII khakis that Bill found at an army surplus store down the road from his college. Today, PennBilt is a continuation of a life’s work, blending the best of old