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Issue 12; Not Just for Pandas


by T W Coombs

I live in two pairs of sunglasses, a simple square aviator style and a classic brown tortoise shell pair of Rayban styled specs.  But they have one thing in common, they are of classic design and colour.  So, when you want to brighten up your face what do you do? 

Issue 12; The White Short Directive

by T W Coombs

The UK has been hit with ridiculous temperatures and even though they have slipped over the last few days it is still summer.  And a favourite of this season is the white chino short, but they cause a problem if you are new to the white sort.  And I’m not talking sitting on Grass, which is a no no by the way.  I am talking about what to wear with them.