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There's a humble little restaurant in Durham, North Carolina called Magnolia Grill where you can stroll in in shorts and thongs on a Friday night and sit down to the most intense Southern food you've ever had. The great thing about the chef is that just because he's been named best chef of the year by the James Beard Foundation, he is as unassuming and approachable as a neighbor. Ben believes a great restaurant isn't about a dress code or pretentious affectations but about its honesty and soul. Like vintage Bill Blass. An honest designer whose clothes were apprachable and friendly but also worthy of the highest accolades. If he's using cotton poplin, he's going to make it seem as luxe as cashmere. If he cuts a wing collar, he's going to make it so you can stand it up at the back of your neck - like a sailor. Tan cotton trimmed in tan leather - a humble combination that is riche when crafted by Blass. Leather wraps around the armholes and follows the placket, trimming the tops of the deep patch pockets and ending in a punctuation of opposing Bs at the deep turnback cuff on the left arm. A wide sash belt ties at the waist and the coat is lined entirely in champagne faux fur for warmth. One deep vent in back, this was made for his Bond Street label. Bust up to 40", shoulder to shoulder 17", outer sleeve 24.5" and length 43.5". Excellent condition. sold |
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