€œThe Prince of Wales€�: The quintessential masculine pattern. Commonly
known as the Houndtsooth, it has its origins on the garments used by
Scottish shepherds. Then popularized by Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor and
Prince of Wales, it was adopted by upper classes as a symbol of status.
During the 20th Century, designers like Christian Dior, Moschino and
Chanel have used the pattern in their collections.
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