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A handsome knitwear garment the American Alpine Cardigan reflects the formative years of alpine sport—when Scandinavian sensibilities and fledgling American skisport converged at the birth of organized competition in the early 20th century

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As sharp in appearance as the edges on which they carved their turns

rich suede elbow overlays and a gentlemanly quarter zip neck-line

creating fashionable alpine sportswear ensembles during mountain get-aways

Touring Flannel TouringVest A handsome knitwear garment theThe 30s, 40s and 50s were decades of smart wardrobes comprised of posh layers of collared shirts, knitwear, and woolen trousers that differed in only a minor manner from the high street fashions of the times. Within the alpine sports clubs of the day, classic skiing ensembles often included an oxford shirt with cuffed sleeves which conveyed skiings then leisurely nature and the handsome appearance of its well to do enthusiasts. Crafted of soft Italian