Ooh, it’s a bit chilly today, Johnny. Better put another sweater on.
From the earliest age, English men are tricked into the idea that layers are but for warmth. Often the indoctrination comes in youth, at a time when they are prepared to piss in the face of the wind and damn the consequences.
They grow to scorn layers. How many are you wearing today? If you’re around London and the south of England, probably not many. The weather is glorious, as it has been for the past week. In such climes – indeed most climes – the modern young English gent sports a tried and tested T-shirt and jeans combo.
Nothing strange about that. It’s internationally approved male casual attire and there are many superb T-shirt designers out there.
Still, while the designs may be pretty, the fundamental outfit often looks extremely staid. Answers on a postcard…
