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So there I am, standing outside the Gaillard Auditorium waiting for the Spoleto Festival Orchestra concert to begin sipping my Scotch & soda, attempting to mind my business as much as I could. The sublime temperature and dazzling light of an early summer evening in Charleston made me linger a bit longer than usual to take my seat. And boy, am I glad I lingered. Just as the bell began to chime for the stragglers to hurry in, a dashing gentleman comes gliding through the portico of the auditorium on a mint green Vespa. I almost choked upon further examination as the silver-haired man with the navy blazer and light pink pants came to a stop on the sidewalk in front of me. Trying my civil best not to frighten the man, I approached with caution and a look of excitement that would surely alarm any one, but even more so that stylish creature known as the Charleston Dandy.
I introduced myself (and Social Primer) in quick and efficient style. You see, I did not want to miss the chance to photograph him while still on the Vespa. To his genteel credit, Mr. Paul McManus did not run away. He merely smiled indulgently and let a complete stranger take his picture.
This Great Look hits the level of Hall of Fame, I tell you. Congratulations, Mr. McManus. Thank you for your style, your panache and most importantly, for your generosity. Talk about a bravura performance.
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Cooper,
I purchased the navy blazer from Target for my adult son. As soon as they re-stock in my size, I’ll be going back to get one for my own self. Even after paying to have the sleeves shortened, that jacket is a good look at a great price.
Cheers,
Chip
posted on June 9, 2012
Chip Oat
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My dear SP:
I should like to bring to your attention the fact that, on every occasion when your narrative of a “great look” is framed by mention of a drink, you without fail and very nearly declare yourself to have “choked,” “spit out,” or otherwise spewed said drink at the sight of said great look. Now, if the task of imbibing poses so great a difficulty in the presence of the sartorial sublime, might I recommend that you undertake a perambulation of the premises–affording you the opportunity to identity great looks–before taking up a libation.
With best wishes,
George Smith of the Northbridge Smiths
My Dear Mr. Smith,
I did not realize I suffered from such a condition, but if careful reading of past posts reveals such then it must be true. But to forego a healthy sampling of my favorite libation would, in a word, be unthinkable. Plus, and not to be taken lightly, is the fact that liquid courage is what allows one to approach complete strangers in order to snap a photo. That said, I shall endeavor to control my expectorating impulses in future.
Cordially,
SP
posted on June 9, 2012
George
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