- Kristopher Fraser
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The White House Historical Association has just announced a first-ever
collaboration with Brooks Brothers and a new accessories collection online
and in its stores beginning today. The exclusive collection features the
Truman Presidential Seal and includes red, blue and navy ties; a red
double-sided bow tie; a blue double-sided bow tie; and navy bow tie; along
with a multicolored pocket square. Dubbed the Presidential Collection, all
items in the range are 100 percent silk and are crafted in the United
States.
The Truman Presidential Seal was established in 1945 when President Harry
S. Truman issued an Executive Order which officially defined the
Presidential Coat of Arms and Seal for the first time. An eagle’s head,
which originally faced right toward a bundle of thirteen arrows held in its
talons, was turned to face left toward the olive branch it held,
symbolizing peace.
Brooks Brothers, established in 1818, is America’s oldest retail brand and
has the unique distinction of dressing forty American Presidents since its
founding. Price points for this collection range from 55 dollars to 89
dollars and 50 cents. The White House Historical Association will continue
its partnership with Brooks Brothers with additional exclusive collections
introduced later this year.
photo: courtesy of The White House Historical Association
