Vogue, June 1984.
Photographed by Bill King.
Model: Maria Johnson.
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ALAIN PROST discussing qualifying times at the SAN MARINO GRAND PRIX
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In 1985 Gyles Brandreth and George Hostler, owners of the knitwear brand Gyles & George, published Wit-Knits: Lively and Original Hand-Knitting Designs. One of the patterns was for a pullover sweater which read "I'M A LUXURY FEW CAN AFFORD" across the torso, modeled by the artist David Shilling.
During a 1986 vacation to Switzerland, Princess Diana was photographed wearing a pink version of the "I'M A LUXURY FEW CAN AFFORD" sweater, made for her by Gyles & George.
Wit-Knits can be read for free in entirety here, courtesy of the Internet Archive.
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Vintage SWEATER Multi Color Crew Neck Knitted Pullover Jumper Sir William for Big Man 2X 1980s 1990s Cosby Fresh Prince Style Only $18
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Ralph Lauren
Fall/Winter 1982-1983
NOSTALGIA 1. A wistful or sentimental yearning for a return to or the return of some real or romanticized period of the past: For his autumn/winter 1982–83 collection, Ralph Lauren referenced American folk art and crafts. Nineteenth-century needlework samplers, which often featured the letters of the alphabet and the motif of the home, inspired the design of this hand-knit sweater. Lauren’s use of antique patchwork quilts to construct the accompanying skirt reflects his appreciation for handwork. Speaking to a journalist in 1982 Lauren said, "Folk art, for me, represents the integrity that is America."
The MET; Image via W Magazine
Currently on view: In America: A Lexicon of Fashion
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Nothing fills me with the Christmas spirit faster than Gremlins' opening title sequence. With some fake snow and a matte painting, the Warner Bros. backlot is transformed into a winter wonderland while Darlin Love's "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" rings out. It perfectly sets the tone for the 1984 classic's masterful mix of horror, humor, heart, and holiday cheer.
After being impressed with their Freddy Krueger sweater, I was delighted to find a Gremlins Christmas sweater from Fun.com. The design features a trio of caroling Gremlins, a reference to the scene in which they sing for Mrs. Deagle before launching her from a second story window via a supercharged stair lift.
A perfect balance between legitimate outerwear and kitschy "ugly" apparel, the acrylic sweater will make you feel as cozy as the Gremlins depicted on the knit-in design. It features a rib-knit neck, waist, and cuffs, along with a music note pattern. It costs a reasonable $39.99-49.99 (depending on size). I'm wearing a small, and it's true to size.
If you prefer the nice over the naughty, Fun.com also makes a Gremlins sweater featuring Gizmo in a Santa hat. Other officially licensed designs include Friday the 13th, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Pennywise, Scooby-Doo, Beetlejuice, Annabelle, Ghostbusters, and more.
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