The following historical documents were recently forwarded to Ivy Style’s head office. They date from ‘58-’63, back when advertising execs (presumably like the guys on “Mad Men”) would actually use a term like “elegant leisure” to sell penny loafers.







great story. always loved these shoes, especially the non-penny holding style. where did you find these great images?
well done!
and what of all the talk that the new weejuns are poorly made?