A Day In Valley Forge Park

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On Sunday TheCuffLink was at Valley Forge Park shooting photos for the blog. The parks picturesque views and landscapes are enough to give any artist inspiration. Here is a preview of some of the photos we were able to capture. … Continue reading

Philly Fashion Week: Day 1

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On Thursday evening TheCuffLink attended its first Philly Fashion Week event. The event was a black tie reception held at a venue not far from northern liberties. The event served as the kick-off to a weekend filled with fashion. From … Continue reading

In The Trenches for Fall

Burberry: Retail $3,950,00

What do Clark Kent (Super Man), Humphrey Bogart, and Inspector Gadget all have in common? If you guessed a trench coat you are absolutely correct. These famous men all wore the classic trench coat.

Humphrey Bogart

 

 

 

 

 

 

The history of the trench coat is a topic debated over time, but the commonly accepted story in the creation of the trench starts with Thomas Burberry who designed these multi-functional light jackets for the British military during world war one.  The coat was dubbed a “trench coat” by the soldiers who named it after the ditches they dug to protect themselves from enemy fire.

Banana Republic: Retail $225.00

Today you can find these practical coats many places at various price ranges.  These coats can be found anywhere from the local thrift stores to higher-end retailers.  The best thing about these coats is that today’s designers are putting their own spin on the classic coat.  This coat is perfect for fall because it is light enough for those cool fall evenings, plus it adds a touch of class to any outfit.

Gap: Retail $118.00

Burberry: Retail $3,550,00