2026 straighten your back
pitter patter, pitter patter.
Even in the middle of summer in July, the weather in London still has its own unique way of going its own way. The continuous rain is covering the sky above the head, and the sunlight cannot penetrate at all. The cold wind seems to be in the cold winter of January, which makes people feel uncomfortable. Pedestrians couldn't help but pull up their windbreakers to block the strong wind. The heat on the skin surface slowly and unstoppably drained away. I really don't know how to describe the abnormal weather in words..
However, such weather only lasted for a moment. A strong wind blew, and the dark clouds gradually dispersed. The sparse sunshine dyed the gray into gold bit by bit, and the gray-blue sky hidden behind the clouds gradually emerged. In the original appearance, the steaming heat began to stir under the soles of the feet. The slow spread of the hot air made it almost impossible to breathe on the surface of the skin, and the dull feeling spread in the chest..
Hooray, hooray.
This is London. You can experience four seasons in just one day. The changes of spring, summer, autumn and winter are hard to predict, but they have also become a unique label of this city..
George Hall was sitting in a Victorian-style smoking room with a glass of whiskey in front of him and a cigar in his right hand. He was chatting with a group of friends, discussing the current situation in Europe, the current economy of the United Kingdom, When discussing the choice of vacation in August, the amount of information in words and deeds seems to be very huge. One keyword can connect to a lot of professional knowledge, but in the final analysis, they are complimenting each other and explaining their own opinions in the seemingly profound information. Brilliant career, recalling one's glorious past, greatly satisfying self-esteem.
“George, I saw a figure in Savile Row yesterday, wearing a mouse gray trench coat. Is that you? I'm always worried that my eyesight isn't working well and I don't dare to say hello easily, but when I think about it afterwards, I always feel like I missed you..”
With such an understatement, all the eyes around him were directed towards him. George's movements while holding the cigar were still skillful and natural, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised..
“Yes, we make a special trip to customize our autumn and winter suits. In the past, we were always used to customizing all our clothes year after year, and only women would update their wardrobes every quarter; but now times have changed, and young people seem to Styles are changing every month. We are no longer young and have been left behind by the times. I still think, maybe, at least I can customize clothes every quarter to avoid being left too behind..”
Is this self-effacing?？
Of course not. The real meaning revealed by George's words is: keeping pace with the times while maintaining the pride of the nobility; also, he can pay for the replacement of customized clothes every quarter. The situation of the Hall family Already out of trouble.
This is the real amount of information.
“I have to admit that I still don't like the suit designs of today's young people, but some of the improved styles on Savile Row still look much more pleasing to the eye. I am trying hard not to look like the old earl. Since the last time the Duke of Hamilton I mistook him for the old count, and that's when I realized it.”
“Sir Norman, George prepares winter suits not just to avoid being regarded as antiques.”
“George, although I have not watched the investiture ceremony for many years, I know that the Prince of Wales still maintains the tradition, which is undoubtedly a kind of respect. So, your customized suit should not be a young man's style, right? Otherwise, you may be in the same situation as Sir Norman and be mistaken for Arthur..”
A roar of laughter.
Although no one mentioned it clearly, the hints inside and outside the words were obvious: they had heard that Renly was about to be awarded the medal..
There are also many gossips and rumors within the royal family, which continue all year round, and now that noble members have appeared on the waiting list for the investiture ceremony, no one is willing to miss such gossip.——
As an aristocrat, through your contribution in the field of art, to finally win a royal medal and truly make a name for yourself is definitely a great feat..
In fact, the hereditary nobles are more or less obsessed with art, because this is an important part of their education, including philosophy, painting, sculpture, music, etc. The cultivation of sentiment through the influence of art also demonstrates literacy and Talented, the current number one Crown Prince Charles is a painting enthusiast. Many of his works have been sold for charity and used for charity, but unfortunately he has not been able to win more praises..
Of course, the profession of "actor" has never been recognized by the aristocracy, and the prejudice still exists today and will continue in the future; but the importance of the Olivier Award cannot be underestimated - it is the highest honor in London's West End, and it is also the highest honor for countless aristocrats. The height of yearning, now Renly can prove his talent and talent in the field of art, and even break the barriers of prejudice and win the recognition of the royal family, which also means that Renly has truly "succeeded".
The nobles would not deliberately mention "Hollywood actors", as if they were afraid that Hollywood might tarnish their understanding of art; but they were willing to mention the fact that Renly was awarded the title, because this proved that the nobles were not just a bunch of fame-seeking people. Hypocrites, they also have artistic talents that will go down in history - if the title of "hereditary noble" did not restrict them, they would also be able to win a place like Renly.
That kind of pride and pride made them feel honored, and the recognition from the royal family made them extremely excited, as if they were the ones who had won the medal. If Harvey Weinstein and many celebrities are If you dream of becoming a noble, then the nobles dream of becoming a royal family. The royal wedding a few years ago was the biggest celebration in ten years. Even the hereditary nobles dreamed of being part of it. This kind of class-like circle is a human being. Culture is inevitable and objective in society, and the self-proclaimed aristocrats are also inevitable..
As a result, Renly's conferment became a gossip spread by the upper class, and even Renly knew earlier than Renly that the door to social occasions that had been closed was now open to George and Elizabeth again. Otherwise, How could anyone possibly have noticed George heading to Savile Row? Even if I really noticed it, I'm afraid I would pretend not to see it..
At this time, no one pointed it out directly, but "reservedly" used hints to complete the tacit communication. The slowly flowing excitement and excitement slowly surrounded George..
Faintly, George straightened his back, knowing that his era was not over yet. No matter how cold and distant Renly was, Renly was always a Hall, and he was always his father. Their lives and destiny are tied together in this way. This is an objective fact that Renly can never get rid of..
Just look at the royal family and you will know: Even though Charles and Diana were already strangers, Charles and Camilla's affair was no longer a secret within the aristocracy; but as long as the royal family has public activities, Charles and Diana must continue Acting as a loving couple and appearing in public.
This can be called face, dignity and pride, or image. No matter what words are changed, it ultimately means the same: family, family, this is a community that cannot be separated or broken, and the more noble it is, the more noble it is. The more sublime it is.
Because they have a crown as heavy as a thousand pieces on their heads. They cannot lower their heads, let alone fall. Even panic and fear are prohibited..
“Ha, don't worry, even if I want to use Arthur's style, as you know, no one will accept Robert Bailey's strictness and pickiness. He has his rules, and I don't dare to break them easily. "Faced with the ridicule, George responded calmly..
In an instant, everyone’s gaze changed slightly..
Robert Bailey, this is the top tailor of the time-honored Huntsman on Savile Row. The movie "Kingsman: The Secret Service" is based on this handmade custom tailor shop..
Founded in 1846, Huntsman is one of the most expensive haute couture shops in Savile Row, where land is precious. It is known as the "Queen's Appointed Tailor Shop." The so-called modern men's suits are only a mere two hundred years old. It’s just history. Huntsman can definitely be called a living fossil in the industry. They have customized suits for Prince Charles, President Bush, Prince William and other top figures; and every suit of Gregory Peck in “Roman Holiday” All suits come from here.
Robert Bailey is the treasure of the store. He has superb craftsmanship and reservations are always full. But the advantage is that he is willing to customize suits for all customers. Nobles and commoners are treated equally. The price of a suit is about 9,000 pounds. Right and left, the specific difference lies in the fabric, design and style, etc.; in comparison, the disadvantage is that a custom suit takes six to nine months to complete all production.
George chose to customize his suit now, and his intention could not be more obvious: for the New Year's investiture ceremony..
Needless to say, George just mentioned Robert Bailey's name, and everyone here could understand the profound meaning. Although some were dissatisfied with George's showing off and complacency, the reality is this - Renly was awarded the honor by the Queen, which is also This means that his artistic achievements have been recognized by the royal family. From now on, no one can look down on Renly. Even if they face George's little show off, they will not find fault with him. Otherwise, this will be a disagreement with the royal family. Isn't it?？
“But Robert’s troubles are also well-known. Last time, I ordered a custom-made suit, and he asked me to go to the store to measure my size twelve times. The reason was that he was worried that I would gain weight, God! This really hurts your self-esteem.”
Someone next to him mentioned his experience of working with Robert Bailey, not letting George focus on beauty, and then everyone changed the topic in a hurry..
At this time, the waiter gradually approached, and came to George's side at every opportunity, and whispered, "Mrs. Hall is enjoying afternoon tea next door..”
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