Links: Ivy League in Japan, Italians in New York, American Shoes in Milan

• It’s natural to turn to the comforting style accessories at these times of year. Velvet slippers are one obvious example.

• And while I’m sure few people can afford it, he’s right that Domenico Vacca is a consistent source of inspiration.

• Meanwhile, The Trad has been doing some good work scanning old copies of Ivy League books from Japan.

• Chapter 2 is here.

• Tintin’s translator, Heavy Tweed Jacket, posted a great list of scenes from films recently. Watch out for the sack suits.

• And fleece-lined khakis? These were back in the day when Brooks Brothers did more than just straightforward menswear.

• A commentator on that very blog is worth a look for his own site. Particularly these Allen Edmonds shoes.