Let's Talk About Elvis Clothing!

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

You can't talk about Elvis without the conversation of clothing coming up, to that end I would like to start a topic about Elvis' clothes, it can be any era from the 50's right to the flamboyant 70's.............

Include photo's as well (y)


As my log-in name suggests I am a big fan of the 70's style especially the Jumpsuits, I also like the streetware which is very similar in design e.g. the collars and the flares.

I'll comment some more once the topic gets going.........................


Matt

Pictures of Elvis wearing a cheeky yellow ensamble circa 69-70 (y)

[rebby]

oh wow I am totally loving the yellow ensamble, i also love the 70's streetware !! good topic by the way!! :cool: :king:

[Donut]

I think he looked great on his white and black two pieces suits from 69. They were simpl and elegant. But most of all I always have liked his boots :cool:

[VEP]

I liked Elvis' wardrobes from the late 50s , late 60s and 70-72. The Jumpuits from 69- 72 are my faves:D

[GirlHappy19]

Elvis looked good in anything.The pictures bellow are a few of my favorite.He looked fantastic in yellow,red and white.The concha suit was also very beautiful.The one I disliked was the sundial suit.

TCB

MLY

[Sammy4Elvis]

Elvis in his Doctors Tunic pushes all the right buttons for me and so does his Army Uniform, oh and his black 1969 Jumpsuit!! :D :cool: :blush:

[Diane]

Sorry Matt I have no idea of how to scan a photo over to this site but I would like to say that the outfit he wore to see President Nixon is one of my favorites but the one in my avatar and the brown suit similar to it top them all for me.

[amzietamzie]

Love this topic :D...

I think Elvis had to be one of the best-dressed men ever... his style was just so unique and ELVIS... I love his look in the 50s, very daring, and especially around 68-72, particuarly 1969-70.

Well I love LOADS of the clothes Elvis wore, so I'm going to embarrass myself and show that I have no restraint cos I love so many that I feel bad about leaving some out! :blush:

My absolute favourite has to be...

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e359/amzietamzie/singingstraightonttwii.jpg

Other favourites I have attached... and in addition to those, I have to say I also love the stripy t-shirt he wore with Priscilla on that holiday in 68, loads of the shirts he wore (especially black ones, and I love the yellow one Jumpsuit Junkie attached :notworthy), every other version of the 69 press conference 2-piece suit and so many more! Movie-wise... ummmm his red uniform in Frankie and Johnny :blush:, his wooly jumper in Jailhouse Rock, the shirts he wore in Girls, Girls, Girls and more! I prefer the plainer jumpsuits, especially the Concha and others. I could go on and on but I think I've done that too much already :blush:

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

69 is a great year, Elvis could have worn a bin bag and looked cool.

1970 with President Nixon, the top under the jacket is from vegas in 1969 and a picture is attached.

Matt

[graceland123]

he looked cool in every thing he wore
he had such great style, like myself .

[Diane]

I never realized that the top he wore to see Nixon is the one from '69. Thanks for telling us Matt.

[Tom_Jones]

WE WOULD LOOK LIKE CLOWNS THE WAY HE DRESSED, HE LOOKED COOL.

p/s., **OPERATOR OF TCB-WORLD**
Please delete my account, I wish for another nickname.

Thanks in advance!

[Elvisgirl]

definitely the 70's. those jumpsuits...........

[Geert]

69 - 73 stage and streetware. One of my streetware favourites is the MSG-pressconference suit. Favourite jumsuits are the 69 black 2-piece, Aloha, Owl

[STUD]

He looked best in the '68 Comeback clad completely in leather.

That said, I voted for the combination of '60s and '70s cuz I see alot of great '70s styles pictured here, and I also like the jumpsuits. He was dressed great in alot of his movies too.

I also like the pink & black of the '50s. (y)

[Dovey]

There are some rellly great pic's of Elvis on this thread... thanks so
much for posting them.... I love em all!!! Dovey ;)

[Joe Car]

69 is a great year, Elvis could have worn a bin bag and looked cool.

1970 with President Nixon, the top under the jacket is from vegas in 1969 and a picture is attached.

Matt

Thanks for the pics and info Matt. I never knew that underneath that jacket, was the top from 69 live appearances. Just to add a bit here, the jacket that he wore to visit Nixon, he wore during the 68 comeback special, during the nightclub scene.

[Joe Car]

I tell you what, he was the sharpest dresser in his most unique way. There's one pic that I love from the fifties, he's in Memphis, 1956, he's wearing a pink shirt, black pants, pink socks and black shoes, and is standing behind a policeman, picking his pocket, also, another shot of him by himself, incredible. These two pics were shot in color which makes them stunning. Since I don't know how to post pics, can somebody else post them if possible? Only EP could have worn that outfit, and still look cool fifty years later.

[Diane]

Sorry Leroy, I do visit your "stuff" at EPPG but haven't been there lately. I promise to do that again soon and read it carefully.:D

[Joe Car]

Leroy, I go into four different EP forums everyday, therefore I might miss info or forget that you or somebody else has graciously posted this info already, or in a different thread, if so, I apologize. Leroy as far as your contributions go, they speak for themselves. Everybody is fully aware that "you know your stuff" and don't mind sharing your knowledge with us.

[Diane]

Got it Leroy and I apologize for not understanding the first time. I do appreciate what you and Matt are doing and I'm sure lots of other people do too. You both have every reason to be proud of your site. There is none to compare with it!

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

It seems nobody's really reading my stuff......

I have that knowledge through you, it's great that this can be passed on :P I will always give you the credit you deserve. (y)

Matt

[ForeverTheKing]

I'm with you too Leroy....your help is always precious..:notworthy (y)

[Diane]

I thought I had a pretty good eye for detail and was so proud of myself that I could identify every jumpsuit and almost every year they were worn but Leroy you go way beyond that with the mikes, jewelry etc. I'm surprised that you can't tell the year from the tilt of Elvis' head.:D You are great and your renditions are fantastic.

My thanks to both you and Matt for the best Elvis jumpsuit site there is out there.

[Diane]

Boy my timing has been way off lately! Here I was trying to make you feel better and appreciated and you get this post from a sick individual who's probably a failed artist and is jealous of your work. Don't let that person get you down. Sticks and stones you know........

[JDD]

IMO There's Too much of the I hate (fill in the blank) stuff in here lately. Its turning into the I hate forum instead of the TCB world Elvis forum its all about how many people Elvis had in his life people now hate forum . Bummer because this place has a lot of people with good info and resources to offer each other besides hate.

[ForeverTheKing]

An horrible message and I can't understand why he feels so much hate..:supriced: ...don't worry Leroy...for one of these bad persons (n) you have 100 that appreciate your job!!(y)

[Raised on Rock]

Elvis was always the coolest guy when it comes about fashion, since his early days in Memphis when people thinked of him as a weird guy or to much on the black side of the town, stuff that latter became the fashion among teenagers till the early 60?s, british 60's rockers where not only influenced by Elvis music, but they were influences by his looks, the kind of clothes he wear. THen in the 70's he impossed fashion among rockers, one about extreme stage clothes, his attire looked totally unsusual in 1969 and in 1970 when he showed us his first Jumpsuits, by the mid 70's even Mick Jagger copied, "note by note" the style of Elvis early 70's jumpsuits (during The Stones '74 Tous Mick used an hybrid between: "the King of Spades" one and The "I Got Lucky one). In 71' he started using capes, years later, many artist where into that. What about the glasses, the heavy belts, somehow Elvis aways managed to take te various elements of the current fashions, combined them in peculiar way so he looked utlra cool, but yet, not following the fads as everybody, but imposing one. Here are some pics:

[Raised on Rock]

Maybe we should talk about Elvis antifashion side too...

[elvislady]

elvis in fury times.
elvislady:D

[Wendy56]

50s fancy clothes were awesome. And were very important (the moment) for the young people dressing style. Also, those 70s jumpsuits are unique. :xmas:

[moondust]

Funny ... I started a similar poll some time ago in another forum (y)

I am equally intrigued by Elvis style in all decades ... each has its specific characteristics and appeal ... I have a general tendency towards the 60ies though ...

As fas as Elvis is concerned I distinguish between ...

1. the 50ies - Rocker -Style

http://img276.imageshack.us/img276/2596/hlulxw0.jpg http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/681/50er12apl4.jpg http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/6108/50er27vn2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

2. the slick 60ies

http://img427.imageshack.us/img427/1694/60er34je6.jpghttp://img150.imageshack.us/img150/9729/60er22kc6.jpg (http://imageshack.us) http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/457/60er3klva8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


3. the Big-Daddy-Flash-Style of the 70ies

http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/8607/70er26akp2.jpg (http://imageshack.us) http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/8864/71purple2fn4.jpg http://img467.imageshack.us/img467/4120/70er29jw4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Wendy56]

"The Big-Daddy-Flash-Style of the 70ies" I like how it sounds. :P

[riley]

I love him in the seventies.

Seventies look was great for everyone;)

[Unchained Melody]

Leory and Matt both provide us with so much info regarding Elvis' wardrobe and its much appreciated guys ! (y)

I personally like Elvis' style in clothes best from the 1970's era. He always looked so dang cool...and the jumspuites...:supriced::notworthy

[ruggishboo]

I used to think I knew a lot about Elvis...before I came on this site! You guys know your stuff and it is most appreciated! I have learned so much by the topics and info you guys have! Keep up the good work and thanks!

[Burning_Love]

I love the 50's and his 'unique' style he had :king:

[polksaladhasie]

I love this "Big Daddy Flash Style" <-- nice word (y) from the 70s. He had such an amazing and unique stlye, thats so amazing!

His cloth were so cool and imho he was just made for it!
These big belts, the Jackets.. his big sunglasses, the complete style is more than :blush: :blush: WOW (y) (y)

[WHITETIGERMAN]

Elvis Had A Great Sense Of Style,everything He Wore Was Cool.50's,60's & 70's Were All Great,but I Will Be Honest And Say I Loved The Late 60's & 70's Style.elvis-forever.

[ajr]

Yep, I love the '70's. Maybe, it's because that's when I met him.. ;)
He looked good in the '68 special though .......:)

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

The Big-Daddy-Flash-Style of the 70ies

Makes him sound like a pimp :P

[jak]

Makes him sound like a pimp :P

No that was George Klein;)

[Miss Clawdy]

He looks great in his black suit with Frank Sinatra in 1960 and I like him in his army clothes as well (y)

[toffe]

I like Elvis style of clothing, i love to see him on TTWII, he used so cool clothes there :king: (y)

[vulcandude]

I loved Elvis clothing from the 70s best. It had style, flamboyance, panache', character and more.My favorites were the red shirt he wore in TTWII, and the outfit he wore while singing "Always On My Mind", I think it was in Elvis On Tour. The early jumpsuits were fine, but I really love the later ones, like the Aloha From Hawaii and Mexican Sundial. I just wish I owned a pair of Elvis style glasses.

[toffe]

I loved Elvis clothing from the 70s best. It had style, flamboyance, panache', character and more.My favorites were the red shirt he wore in TTWII, and the outfit he wore while singing "Always On My Mind", I think it was in Elvis On Tour. The early jumpsuits were fine, but I really love the later ones, like the Aloha From Hawaii and Mexican Sundial. I just wish I owned a pair of Elvis style glasses.

I just wish I owned a pair of Elvis style glasses. : Hehe :king: (y)

[ajr]

does anyone know if Elvis had any input in what design a new one would have ....or did he leave it entirely to the guy that made the suits ??
I heard something today that seemed to suggest Elvis decided the new design.....:hmm: Thanks ....

[vulcandude]

does anyone know if Elvis had any input in what design a new one would have ....or did he leave it entirely to the guy that made the suits ??
I heard something today that seemed to suggest Elvis decided the new design.....:hmm: Thanks ....Going by just what I know because I've known Priscilla for years, I will say this:sometimes Elvis gave input on the jumpsuits, other times Priscilla might come up with an idea, or a jumpsuit design would be suggested to Elvis by someone like Bill Belew. Elvis knew what he liked though, so a lot of the input did come from him.

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

Going by just what I know because I've known Priscilla for years, I will say this:sometimes Elvis gave input on the jumpsuits, other times Priscilla might come up with an idea, or a jumpsuit design would be suggested to Elvis by someone like Bill Belew. Elvis knew what he liked though, so a lot of the input did come from him.

All the Jumpsuit Designs came from Bill Belew up until 1971 and the Gene Doucette from then on! The only input from Priscilla would be minimal as Elvis and Cilla virtually lived separate lives from 1970 on wards.

If Priscilla has said anything to the contrary then it is pure fabrication, Bill Belew would send sketches for Elvis' approval and little or no changes were made from the original sketches!

Any input given was by Elvis and Elvis alone; if any!

Vulcandude: You say you have known Priscilla for a long time? can you please elaborate and tell us when you have met her etc.

[ajr]

Thanks, guys ......that's as clear as mud .;) :)

Somewhere I heard/read that Elvis sent different "messages" with the designs on his suits. I'd heard that before.....but, never really asked anyone that knew that much about the jumpsuits.

IF you all come to a conclusion....just holler .:) TYVM...

[vulcandude]

All the Jumpsuit Designs came from Bill Belew up until 1971 and the Gene Doucette from then on! The only input from Priscilla would be minimal as Elvis and Cilla virtually lived separate lives from 1970 on wards.

If Priscilla has said anything to the contrary then it is pure fabrication, Bill Belew would send sketches for Elvis' approval and little or no changes were made from the original sketches!

Any input given was by Elvis and Elvis alone; if any!

Vulcandude: You say you have known Priscilla for a long time? can you please elaborate and tell us when you have met her etc.Matt, it seems to me we got into it over this very issue last year. All I can say is this: I have known Priscilla since somewhere in the early to mid 80s. And I trust what she tells me. So, you and I once again, will have to agree to disagree here on this topic. 'Nuff said.

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

Matt, it seems to me we got into it over this very issue last year. All I can say is this: I have known Priscilla since somewhere in the early to mid 80s. And I trust what she tells me. So, you and I once again, will have to agree to disagree here on this topic. 'Nuff said.


To simply say that you know Priscilla is a "Big Deal" if you do know her and you speak to her on a regular basis I am sure that you will be able to give details to back up what you are saying! I am sure that you be aware that people have in the past made similar claims and haven't been able to back up what they say?

If you are on speaking terms and she divulges this kind of information it is something we would All like to hear.

I am not having a go or singling you out, I am simply curious to know more of this relationship and any further insights, photo's or proof of such meetings or phone calls that you have had.

To simply say "Nuff said" isn't very insightful.

[Lisarose]

Is it because this is an older post that the "attached thumbnails" won't show? I've clicked on them & nothing. Anyway, it seems that with Elvis - the flashier the better. There would be nothing "simply elegant" in his closet. It would always have his touch - flash. Personally, I love the elegant tuxedo he wore on the Frank Sinatra show - wow! I also love the brown suit he wore - especially when he wore it sans blouse - that just screams pure sex. ret69copy
(tried to paste a photo, didn't come through!)

[vulcandude]

To simply say that you know Priscilla is a "Big Deal" if you do know her and you speak to her on a regular basis I am sure that you will be able to give details to back up what you are saying! I am sure that you be aware that people have in the past made similar claims and haven't been able to back up what they say?

If you are on speaking terms and she divulges this kind of information it is something we would All like to hear.

I am not having a go or singling you out, I am simply curious to know more of this relationship and any further insights, photo's or proof of such meetings or phone calls that you have had.

To simply say "Nuff said" isn't very insightful.Matt, first of all, I don't llike the insinuation or the feeling that I'm being called a liar. Secondly, I don't have to prove to you or anyone else about my friendship with Priscilla, because I don't lie. My word should be good enough. Thirdly, because Priscilla and Lisa Marie are public figures in the Elvis world, I don't feel comfortable in divulging the specifics you mention above, i.e. the phone calls, letters, or whatever, especially when I long ago promised I would keep those details to myself. They never minded my sharing what info I learned, but other than that, you are going to have to let go of the specifics. I respect what privacy they have, and because of that I've been lucky enough to have known them this long. So before I get really angry and say something I'll either regret or that'll get me banned, once again I will say to you.....'Nuff said.:angry:

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

Matt, first of all, I don't llike the insinuation or the feeling that I'm being called a liar. Secondly, I don't have to prove to you or anyone else about my friendship with Priscilla, because I don't lie. My word should be good enough. Thirdly, because Priscilla and Lisa Marie are public figures in the Elvis world, I don't feel comfortable in divulging the specifics you mention above, i.e. the phone calls, letters, or whatever, especially when I long ago promised I would keep those details to myself. They never minded my sharing what info I learned, but other than that, you are going to have to let go of the specifics. I respect what privacy they have, and because of that I've been lucky enough to have known them this long. So before I get really angry and say something I'll either regret or that'll get me banned, once again I will say to you.....'Nuff said.:angry:

There is quite clearly an aroma............'Nuff said'

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

Matt, it seems to me we got into it over this very issue last year. All I can say is this: I have known Priscilla since somewhere in the early to mid 80s. And I trust what she tells me. So, you and I once again, will have to agree to disagree here on this topic. 'Nuff said.

if you are 37 years of age (as in you profile) in 1985 you would have been 14 or 15 years of age?

So what you are saying is that Priscilla would talk to you about Elvis on a personal level? :hmm:

I am not calling you a liar, I simply find it incredulous that a woman of Priscilla's position communicates with someone from this board who in other threads asks questions I would have thought of as common knowledge.

I will leave this issue alone unless required to respond!

[najial_doombringer]

you know, i havent been following this from the start, and i admit that i dont know alot about EP, but i do know this much... this is a place for discussing EP and other such topics, in this case, his clothes, and i know from previous forum experiences, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and this is exactly what is being said / done here. Someone spoke their opinion, and added an additional comment to it, and when asked to back it up, became defensive about it. It is my humble opinion that if a member doesnt wish to divulge information, he should be respected for that, not shunned, as for some of the other things said, we should all be friends here, not enemies, and this place will grow through friendship, not bitterness

i have now said my piece, and i am not trying to flame anyone here, so if i offended any one, i am sorry ahead of time

[Tony Trout]

you know, i havent been following this from the start, and i admit that i dont know alot about EP, but i do know this much... this is a place for discussing EP and other such topics, in this case, his clothes, and i know from previous forum experiences, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and this is exactly what is being said / done here. Someone spoke their opinion, and added an additional comment to it, and when asked to back it up, became defensive about it. It is my humble opinion that if a member doesnt wish to divulge information, he should be respected for that, not shunned.


I agree...let's drop this and move on....(y) (y)

[U.S. Male]

Check out this sound file from an interview in 1973.....

http://www.elvis.net/interview/DJ%20Tony%20Prince%20talks%20with%20Elvis-summer73.html

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

you know, i havent been following this from the start, and i admit that i dont know alot about EP, but i do know this much... this is a place for discussing EP and other such topics, in this case, his clothes, and i know from previous forum experiences, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and this is exactly what is being said / done here. Someone spoke their opinion, and added an additional comment to it, and when asked to back it up, became defensive about it. It is my humble opinion that if a member doesnt wish to divulge information, he should be respected for that, not shunned, as for some of the other things said, we should all be friends here, not enemies, and this place will grow through friendship, not bitterness

i have now said my piece, and i am not trying to flame anyone here, so if i offended any one, i am sorry ahead of time

All comments are welcome here, however, if you makes comments that are then said to come from someone as close as Priscilla you should expect to be able to give details. I am sorry but just to say my word is good enough doesn't hold much credibility when we are on a forum and I can't see your face?

I'm pretty sure that if you did know Priscilla and LMP you would have a photograph or some sort of proof, this does not mean you are divulging information or breaking trust, just adding credibility. If I offend you by asking for proof I am sorry but "That's The Way It Is"

[Merry]

you know, i havent been following this from the start, and i admit that i dont know alot about EP, but i do know this much... this is a place for discussing EP and other such topics, in this case, his clothes, and i know from previous forum experiences, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and this is exactly what is being said / done here. Someone spoke their opinion, and added an additional comment to it, and when asked to back it up, became defensive about it. It is my humble opinion that if a member doesnt wish to divulge information, he should be respected for that, not shunned, as for some of the other things said, we should all be friends here, not enemies, and this place will grow through friendship, not bitterness

i have now said my piece, and i am not trying to flame anyone here, so if i offended any one, i am sorry ahead of time



Well said.

Jess

[ajr]

All comments are welcome here, however, if you makes comments that are then said to come from someone as close as Priscilla you should expect to be able to give details. I am sorry but just to say my word is good enough doesn't hold much credibility when we are on a forum and I can't see your face?

I'm pretty sure that if you did know Priscilla and LMP you would have a photograph or some sort of proof, this does not mean you are divulging information or breaking trust, just adding credibility. If I offend you by asking for proof I am sorry but "That's The Way It Is"

I agree with you to a certain extent......{ I love for people to back up their claims} That's a big ,big thing for me too. Most of what I think I know has just been taken second or third hand. I've found out much later; some of that has proven to be false.
In which case; I have to agree with doombringer too. :hmm:
This is only a forum ; bringing people with all kinds of info that they've heard or seen. " It is not a court of law" So, I guess I'm saying these things were created to have fun, enjoyment.
Take whatever's said with a "grain of salt." Believe what you will, but don't bet your life on anything you read....;)
None of it's important enough to constantly fight over.....IMO.
Not one of us knows the truth of what went on in anothers life.
It's all hearsay and guesswork......:blink:

[Leroy]

In the Elvis-world there are always two stories; myths and facts. Matt is trying to separate facts from myths, just like I always try to do. It has nothing to do with having an opinion. It just that we are getting sick and tired of all those myths that are being kept alive and taken for granted. Myths that are being spread by people who claim to be of any importance but will not answer the door if you ring the bell.
We're here on this forum, not only to share pictures but also to share information. We like to get to know Elvis a little bit better than we already do. But what is the info worth if you can't rely on the fact that the info is true?

Having an opinion is a good thing. But if you're not able or willing to back it up it's just as hollow as a drum.

[ajr]

In the Elvis-world there are always two stories; myths and facts. Matt is trying to separate facts from myths, just like I always try to do. It has nothing to do with having an opinion. It just that we are getting sick and tired of all those myths that are being kept alive and taken for granted. Myths that are being spread by people who claim to be of any importance but will not answer the door if you ring the bell.
We're here on this forum, not only to share pictures but also to share information. We like to get to know Elvis a little bit better than we already do. But what is the info worth if you can't rely on the fact that the info is true?

Having an opinion is a good thing. But if you're not able or willing to back it up it's just as hollow as a drum.

Leroy.
you always make sense .;) And, I'd love to be able to say I know something for a fact. IF I've talked to the "insider" in question.....I can always say; well, this is what he/she said at the time. Sometimes; in waiting a bit & he/she tells a different "truth" to someone else. :'(

With things we can see with our own eyes or hear with our own ears; I'm more inclined to agree & take it as "fact." Such as the jumpsuits & the music.....all else; seems to be subject to change. ;)

[ajr]

All comments are welcome here, however, if you makes comments that are then said to come from someone as close as Priscilla you should expect to be able to give details. I am sorry but just to say my word is good enough doesn't hold much credibility when we are on a forum and I can't see your face?

This is something I had to learn....the hard way. I do agree with this statement I always try to "back up my statements" & others I quote from. As Leroy has said.....unfortunately, in Elvis World; there is always fact ,myth & what "someone" says without proof to "make oneself appear 'in the know."
There is also I've found ...."real people " that knew Elvis that will NOT discuss anything on a forum. And, IF you want to remain their friend.....you'd better keep your mouth shut !!
In the long run; I guess if one has "inside info", it's best NOT to post it on a public forum. IMO; it's what a real friend might do......;)
These people I just call up & chat for awhile .....assuring them I won't spread it around ...and I keep my promise .

[vulcandude]

For the last week since this issue came to light again, I became very angry and upset because Jumpsuit Junkie couldn't just take my word as a die hard Elvis fan, and believe what I said was true, especially when others did believe what I said. I have no reason to lie, nor do I lie, and I especially would not lie about the things I stated regarding Priscilla, Elvis, and the jumpsuits. I agonized as to whether I should post again, and even got so angry at Jumpsuit Junkie, that I took my anger out on a friend. I also came very close several times to just deciding to tell him off. But, trying to be the better person, I apologized to my friend, and decided against telling Jumpsuit Junkie off. Instead, as before, I will say this....I know Priscilla and Lisa Marie, I believe what they tell me, I trust them as friends do. I also will say that if you want to believe what I tell you that's fine, if not, that's fine too, and Jumpsuit Junkie "That's The Way It Is".

[ajr]

I can understand your frustration,vulcandude .

It is as you say .....believe IF you want OR don't believe if you don't want . It's not like it's a life or death thing....Shoot, we're not even writing a book. ;) If so, we can leave that part out.


I do understand what JJ means too . I had to break myself from insisting on "proof posiitive" on everything. I had to stop that or else waste my time being involved in a no win arguememt all the time.

[Jumpsuit Junkie]

In the Elvis-world there are always two stories; myths and facts. Matt is trying to separate facts from myths, just like I always try to do. It has nothing to do with having an opinion. It just that we are getting sick and tired of all those myths that are being kept alive and taken for granted. Myths that are being spread by people who claim to be of any importance but will not answer the door if you ring the bell.
We're here on this forum, not only to share pictures but also to share information. We like to get to know Elvis a little bit better than we already do. But what is the info worth if you can't rely on the fact that the info is true?

Having an opinion is a good thing. But if you're not able or willing to back it up it's just as hollow as a drum.

Hi Leroy, it is because of the information you have shared with me that I have leaned so much from you! I trust you implicitly and I am confident the information provided comes from a trustworthy source, if ever I have questioned something that I am unsure of, you with provide the source of your information and will go back and ratify to ensure that your information is kosher. I thank you for your patience and the fact that you never get angry should I question information.



Goes back to, (talking about all opinions given on boards, people can only go on what they read, most of the time, unfortunately) only the people involved know, or if someone was there, as a first hand opinion (which is still not 100% reliable, unless objective).
Jess

Jess, when people make bold statements and quote people in the third person, are we to simply believe what they say as true, when other highly respected individuals have commented to the contrary?

When you throw Priscilla's name into the equation it insinuates that the comment is true, makes the argument look solid to those less informed.


This is something I had to learn....the hard way. I do agree with this statement I always try to "back up my statements" & others I quote from. As Leroy has said.....unfortunately, in Elvis World; there is always fact ,myth & what "someone" says without proof to "make oneself appear 'in the know."
There is also I've found ...."real people " that knew Elvis that will NOT discuss anything on a forum. And, IF you want to remain their friend.....you'd better keep your mouth shut !!
In the long run; I guess if one has "inside info", it's best NOT to post it on a public forum. IMO; it's what a real friend might do......;)
These people I just call up & chat for awhile .....assuring them I won't spread it around ...and I keep my promise .

ajr, although I do not know you personally I have a lot of respect for your comments and the way you handle yourself. I may not always agree with what you say, but when you make a statement I find it credible. We have had our differences, the world simply would not be fun if we were all the same ;)


For the last week since this issue came to light again, I became very angry and upset because Jumpsuit Junkie couldn't just take my word as a die hard Elvis fan, and believe what I said was true, especially when others did believe what I said. I have no reason to lie, nor do I lie, and I especially would not lie about the things I stated regarding Priscilla, Elvis, and the jumpsuits. I agonized as to whether I should post again, and even got so angry at Jumpsuit Junkie, that I took my anger out on a friend. I also came very close several times to just deciding to tell him off. But, trying to be the better person, I apologized to my friend, and decided against telling Jumpsuit Junkie off. Instead, as before, I will say this....I know Priscilla and Lisa Marie, I believe what they tell me, I trust them as friends do. I also will say that if you want to believe what I tell you that's fine, if not, that's fine too, and Jumpsuit Junkie "That's The Way It Is".

I have never, ever questioned you as a fan! I truly believe you are a fan.

I do however have difficulty in believing your relationship with Priscilla and LMP. Why would I believe you, have we earned each others respect in any way? We are both many miles apart typing messages on a Elvis message board......... If you are a friend of the Presley's why would you be angry if I don't believe you..... You have not said one thing to make me believe that you do, of course it is your prerogative if you do not want to share any information that would give you any credibility.

You cannot post in threads claiming this is what Priscilla has told me then claim the 5th when this is challenged.

Quite simply "Put Up or Shut Up" or do not use Priscilla as a safety net!

I am quite happy to eat humble pie and publicly apologise if sufficient evidence is put forward.

Matt

[Diane]

I too dislike it very much if someone just gives a hint that they know something but won't tell you what it is....unfair and frustrating to say the least. If something is supposed to be kept secret as like in a "source", then don't say anything in the first place. To me, that's a power play.

Diane

[Johnny]

I, for one, agree that sources should be mentioned, especially if there is any doubt in someone's mind about the credibility.

[presley31]

I too dislike it very much if someone just gives a hint that they know something but won't tell you what it is....unfair and frustrating to say the least. If something is supposed to be kept secret as like in a "source", then don't say anything in the first place. To me, that's a power play.

Diane

Yep l agree diane(y)(y)

[goodelvisgirl]

hi ok i don't know what going on but i will get back on topic and say i like the elvis style in the 60's and the 70's very flamboyant and flash but can be very simple at times

[Unchained Melody]

Love that photo on the right taken in October of 1976. The time period Elvis was really getting back on the ball so to speak :)

[Princesspixie]

Elvis always looked sharp and extremely unique no matter what the wore what a beautiful human being !

[utmom2008]

So before I get really angry and say something I'll either regret or that'll get me banned, once again I will say to you.....'Nuff said.:angry:


if you are 37 years of age (as in you profile) in 1985 you would have been 14 or 15 years of age?

So what you are saying is that Priscilla would talk to you about Elvis on a personal level? :hmm:

I am not calling you a liar, I simply find it incredulous that a woman of Priscilla's position communicates with someone from this board who in other threads asks questions I would have thought of as common knowledge.

I will leave this issue alone unless required to respond!

So....Priscilla was confiding her personal thoughts at the time to a 14 year old?:lol::lol:
I guess he should have gone ahead and said...it appears the end result was the same!:supriced::lol::lol::lol:

[TotallyInsane]

OK - I have a question here.
If I tell you I've been corresponding with Ginger Alden but won't give you her email address - would you believe me?

[cameron]

OK - I have a question here.
If I tell you I've been corresponding with Ginger Alden but won't give you her email address - would you believe me?

I'd believe you, Gail. Why would you lie?
Besides, I don't care what she has to say . :blink::P

[Unchained Melody]

It's not that its hard to beleive that someone here was a friend of Priscilla's I just would find it hard to beleive she had deep personal conversations with a 14 year old kid about the personal life of Elvis. :hmm:

[TotallyInsane]

However, there are some who wouldn't believe me cause I wouldn't "prove it" to them!!
After all, it can't be found in a book!!! :lmfao::lmfao:

[Unchained Melody]

However, there are some who wouldn't believe me cause I wouldn't "prove it" to them!!
After all, it can't be found in a book!!! :lmfao::lmfao:

I would beleive you ;)

[cameron]

However, there are some who wouldn't believe me cause I wouldn't "prove it" to them!!
After all, it can't be found in a book!!! :lmfao::lmfao:
:hmm:I believe the next order of business would be to write a book then--and give them away !!! :lmfao::lmfao:

[TotallyInsane]

Like many things that have happened with Elvis - no picture, no recording, no believing!!! But, read it in a book and it's the gospel! And, you might be a little surprised to find out what she says too!!

[cameron]

Like many things that have happened with Elvis - no picture, no recording, no believing!!! But, read it in a book and it's the gospel! And, you might be a little surprised to find out what she says too!!
Since I've heard so little from her, I WOULD like to hear what she has to say.
I was one of her biggest supporters at one time, because she didn't write a book !

[utmom2008]

OK - I have a question here.
If I tell you I've been corresponding with Ginger Alden but won't give you her email address - would you believe me?

What is that old expression.....stranger things have happened....:lmfao::lmfao::lmfao:


I'd believe you, Gail. Why would you lie?
Besides, I don't care what she has to say . :blink::P

Well that's not a very nice thing to say Cameron.;) Anyway....who would want to talk with the last person to see and speak with him alive?;););):lmfao:

[Unchained Melody]

Anyway....who would want to talk with the last person to see and speak with him alive?;););):lmfao:

I know I would. And any fan too if they had the chance.

That's just what they say now :P;)

[cameron]

[B][COLOR="DarkRed"]Well that's not a very nice thing to say Cameron.;) Anyway....who would want to talk with the last person to see and speak with him alive?;););):lmfao:
Now, you know that was Aunt Delta. I would love to have met her .(y)
I guess you didn't read that darn book.;)

[Getlo]

Now, you know that was Aunt Delta.

The last person to speak with Elvis when he was alive was Ginger. His last words - "Okay, I won't" - were directed to her.

[Unchained Melody]

The last person to speak with Elvis when he was alive was Ginger. His last words - "Okay, I won't" - were directed to her.

Correct ;)(y)

[TotallyInsane]

I guess ya'll didn't hear that he called me from the bathroom that morning, did you? :lmfao::lmfao:

[cameron]

The last person to speak with Elvis when he was alive was Ginger. His last words - "Okay, I won't" - were directed to her.
I guess you missed that one too !! :lmfao::lmfao:

[cameron]

Correct ;)(y)

You boys need to keep up !!
:lmfao::lmfao:

[presley31]

http://www.elvis.am/fashion.htm

Elvis' wardrobe

[Unchained Melody]

You boys need to keep up !!
:lmfao::lmfao:

Seems so :blush::P

[mistymorning]

I found this in an elvis fashion site, from his backstage wardrobe , can you imagine elvis wearing this ?! Is any pic of him wearing this outfit?!

[TotallyInsane]

I hope not!!!

[Diane]

There is a black and white photo of Elvis wearing one of his kimonos in the gallery. Try the 1975-1976 Candids.

Diane

[goodelvisgirl]

i hope elvis did not wear that as that would have been a fashion disaster

[KPM]

I found this in an elvis fashion site, from his backstage wardrobe , can you imagine elvis wearing this ?! Is any pic of him wearing this outfit?!
Listen don't we all like to scrounge around the house in something like this?:lol:

[utmom2008]

I found this in an elvis fashion site, from his backstage wardrobe , can you imagine elvis wearing this ?! Is any pic of him wearing this outfit?!

This goes right along with the pics of him wearing the turban. Can you say "fashion disaster"? What a faux-pas!:lmfao::lmfao::lmfao:

[midnight]

I wonder did he ever wear a Scottish Kilt? You don`t wear any underwear under those things. I would love to see Elvis in one with a good gush of wind!!!!

[mistymorning]

Listen don't we all like to scrounge around the house in something like this?:lol:

Of course , sometimes we all like to test something totally different ! ;)atleast at home ! I'm sure elvis would look like an eastern prince in this !:)

[mistymorning]

I wonder did he ever wear a Scottish Kilt? You don`t wear any underwear under those things. I would love to see Elvis in one with a good gush of wind!!!!

You are naughty !:) I'm sure elvis wouldn't dare to wear a Scottish kilt knowing the women !lol !;)what do you think ?!!

[Diane]

The turban in my mind is the only really bad faux pas that Elvis made. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw that picture.:lol:

Diane

[TotallyInsane]

The turban in my mind is the only really bad faux pas that Elvis made. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw that picture.:lol:

Diane


Yes, that was quite a shock!!!!

[Tony Trout]

I found this in an elvis fashion site, from his backstage wardrobe , can you imagine elvis wearing this ?! Is any pic of him wearing this outfit?!



That's actually a robe and not a 'backstage' outfit. He wouldn't have dared wear that in public, I'm sure.

[goodelvisgirl]

yup i think if he wore that in public there would have been something said that would have been a huge fashion disaster but i think his style and clothing always looked great but from the later 60's into the 70's his style was way cool very stylish he was ahead of his time when it came to fashion

[presley31]

I found this in an elvis fashion site, from his backstage wardrobe , can you imagine elvis wearing this ?! Is any pic of him wearing this outfit?!

isn't this one of the outfits that ginger was selling??

[goodelvisgirl]

http://www.elvis.am/fashion.htm

Elvis' wardrobe

just took a look at this site i hope elvis did not really wear this jumper/sweater its like something my papa might wear on a bad day but in saying that i saw this jacket and it just looks fantastic i remember seeing pics of elvis wearing it and he looked great in it just can't find the pics of him in it at the moment look at the rings our man sure had style

[goodelvisgirl]

i also saw this on that same site this one is in green he must have liked this outfit to buy two

[presley31]

just took a look at this site i hope elvis did not really wear this jumper/sweater its like something my papa might wear on a bad day but in saying that i saw this jacket and it just looks fantastic i remember seeing pics of elvis wearing it and he looked great in it just can't find the pics of him in it at the moment look at the rings our man sure had style

here is one picture of elvis wearing that jacket

[Diane]

Sorry guys but there is a picture of Elvis wearing one of those "robes" and getting into a car. It looks like he had just finished a concert and was leaving. Check the gallery again....that picture is there in the candid section.

Not sure what year he wore those robes but from the picture I would guess anywhere from '75 to '76.

Diane

[presley31]

Sorry guys but there is a picture of Elvis wearing one of those "robes" and getting into a car. It looks like he had just finished a concert and was leaving. Check the gallery again....that picture is there in the candid section.

Not sure what year he wore those robes but from the picture I would guess anywhere from '75 to '76.

Diane

I know what picture you mean diane, just can't find it yet, but l'am pretty sure lots of these clothes ginger was selling.

[utmom2008]

just took a look at this site i hope elvis did not really wear this jumper/sweater its like something my papa might wear on a bad day but in saying that i saw this jacket and it just looks fantastic i remember seeing pics of elvis wearing it and he looked great in it just can't find the pics of him in it at the moment look at the rings our man sure had style

The night I kissed him in Vegas he was wearing that horseshoe ring. That's the hand that I took hold of. Let me tell you....up close...that ring was breathtaking.:notworthy:king::notworthy

[goodelvisgirl]

waw you lucky lady you got a kiss and a look at the bling up close and people i am gonna try to find that pic of him in those robs cos i won't beleive it till see it they are just so wrong

[utmom2008]

waw you lucky lady you got a kiss and a look at the bling up close and people i am gonna try to find that pic of him in those robs cos i won't beleive it till see it they are just so wrong

:lol::lol: The ring was breathtaking, but it could not hold a candle to the face it belonged with.(y)(y):king::king::king:

[goodelvisgirl]

i would not have seen the ring for looking at the face lol

[Diane]

Me either goodelvisgirl, I didn't get to kiss him and no scarf but by gosh I don't think my eyes left his face during the whole concert...wow!

Diane

[TotallyInsane]

i would not have seen the ring for looking at the face lol

I couldn't tell you which rings he had to save my life!!!!

[presley31]

August 14, 2007 Edition > Section: Style > The King of Fashion BY GABRIELLE BIRKNER August 14, 2007 URL: http://www.nysun.com/article/60490

Elvis Presley, who died 30 years ago this week, didn't have one signature look — he had many. There was the gold lamé blazer he wore while on tour in 1957, the all-leather suit he donned for his 1968 "Comeback Special," and, of course, the jewel-encrusted, wide-collar jumpsuits he sported onstage in Las Vegas and Hawaii in later years.

As a fledgling performer, the man who would become "The King of Rock 'n' Roll" favored colorful, flashy attire, and completed his look with plentiful gold jewelry.

Though he was pictured in jeans in the 1957 films "Loving You" and "Jailhouse Rock," he eschewed denim when the cameras weren't rolling. "They reminded him of the poverty of his youth," the author of "Elvis Fashion: From Memphis to Vegas" (Universe, 2004), Julie Mundy, told The New York Sun."He took great pride in the clothes he wore. Even though he was a very humble person, it was the one place in which he showed off his wealth to the world."

In the early 1960s, after serving two years in the U.S. Army, Elvis's wardrobe took a more conservative turn that befitted a silver-screen star of the era. He opted for pale sports coats paired with crisp dress shirts — often unbuttoned almost to his ribcage.

These relatively restrained designs gave way to increasingly outrageous ones when Elvis returned to the stage and began performing regularly in Las Vegas. "Elvis evolved through the '60s and '70s," Ms. Mundy, the London-based editor of an Elvis appreciation Web site, said. "He certainly didn't try to evoke the feeling or the look of the 1950s. He felt it was an era gone by, and he should move with the times."

During the 1970s, Elvis appeared in concert in form-fitting embroidered and bejeweled jumpsuits with wide, gilded belts and studded capes. A special exhibit, "Elvis Jumpsuits: All Access," comprising 56 of these ornate costumes by designer Bill Belew, is now at Elvis's Memphis estate, Graceland. "Bill created this look for Elvis that, somehow, didn't compromise his masculinity," Ms. Mundy said.

Despite Elvis's drastic fashion evolution, there were some elements of his style that remained with him throughout — namely, his affinity for standout colors, bright linings, and jewelry. Much of Elvis's jewelry featured a lightning bolt and the letters "TCB" — for the star's motto, "Taking Care of Business" — and was designed by a Memphis jeweler, Harry Levitch, who often accompanied the star on tour.

"He was blinged out from the very beginning, and only got more so as he got older," the author of "The Girls' Guide to Elvis: The Clothes, The Hair, The Women, and More!" (Random House, 2002), Kim Adelman, said in an interview with the Sun.

But all of the jewelry aside, it was Elvis's long sideburns — tailored in the 1950s and thicker in the 1970s — that remain his most iconic accessory.

Elvis's earlier looks have impacted the costuming of other performers, such as the rocker Jon Bon Jovi, who wore a gold lamé suit on the cover of a 2004 album. Ultimately, though, it was the King's 1970s jumpsuits that would change way Las Vegas performers dressed, with dinner jackets giving way to more experimental attire, and inspire countless tribute artists.

"You could put anyone — any age, sex, or color — in that style of jumpsuit, and you know it's an Elvis takeoff," Ms. Mundy said.

source: http://www.girlsguidetoelvis.com/newaronelfas.html

[Diane]

Here is the picture I think Elvis may be wearing one of his "robes" in public. What do you all think?

[Unchained Melody]

Here is the picture I think Elvis may be wearing one of his "robes" in public. What do you all think?

1977 January, Ginger Alden's Grandfathers funeral I do believe.

[jeanelvisgirl]

Great thread...I have always been fascinated by Elvis' Style .... he was so cool throughout his life, a trendsetter, a guy who could wear the most outrageous styles and get away with it .... they sell a copy of the black leather jacket from 68 at Graceland with the high collar.....it just looks great on Elvis but it looks ridiculous on any one else who buys it.....

Bill Belew and Gene Doucette don't get enough credit imo for being so hugely important in terms of Elvis' style.....they had a perfect guy to design for! Versace once said he wished he could have designed for Elvis!

We love Elvis Razamatazz .... all the superfly type jackets, that great leather jacket with the long multi coloured fringes, but also the simple classic outfits which show how perfect he was....the 69 stage ghis and the black 69 Press Conference suit.....Concha and Chains suit......

[epmoodyblue]

:hmm:elvis clothing..nothing much to say really elvis knew how to dress...incredible outfits ...:hmm:but it seems he forgot how to dress onstage i would say from 75 to 77......sure there were some beautiful stage outfits then ..my personal fav most beautiful jump is the indian feather jumpsuit worn in 75...but like i was saying elvis forgot how to use logical choices for those years i mentioned..he should of gone simply and only two pieces suits..various colors different decoration on them but always two pieces suits for 75-77 it was the only sensible way to go........lets face the facts to wear a jumpsuit like he always used to you have to have the slim body he once had in the good old days lets say like he had up to 73.......if you dont then u shouldint be wearing them..especially for elvis from 75-77 ,,jumpsuits simply shouldint of been used.... two pieces suits would of nicely hidden to acertain point his weight problem during those years...i could imagine elvis a two piece suit in 77 i bet he would of looked really good..go back to the jackson 75 benefit concert elvis was not well and overweight but in that white 2 piece outfit he looked amazing stunning beautiful ..and it was one wild performance (y)(y)(y):king::newyear:

[renapap05]

I really like this thread...:blush::)
I like every clothes he wore...He really had a fantastic style.The only clothing he wore that i don't like is from the movie "Frankie and Johnny"...Those clothes didn't suit him IMO.:hmm: But my all time favorites are his clothes from 1969-1970...(y):wub::wub: And ofcourse the Jumpsuits!Oh,man i really love them!I think(for the Jumpsuits),the simplest the better(y)(y);)

[Ematt]

In my opinion you never see a pic of Elvis in the 50`s were he does`nt look cool, he even looks good in the 60`s not counting his film clothes. But in the 70`s he wore some truly awful outfits eg.....Always On My Mind from On Tour, the Burning Love out-take from On Tour.

[epmoodyblue]

In my opinion you never see a pic of Elvis in the 50`s were he does`nt look cool, he even looks good in the 60`s not counting his film clothes. But in the 70`s he wore some truly awful outfits eg.....Always On My Mind from On Tour, the Burning Love out-take from On Tour.:hmm: u probably mean that horrific v neck jump and penguin suit used in 75..both a joke:lmfao:(n)(n) both never should of been used onstage .....:hmm:.well mabye elvis could of used the v neck for a pyjama :blink:..blah...........def the 2 most hated jumpsuits by elvis fans

[shelley.m.]

Elvis in his "cat clothes."

[Genie]

You can't talk about Elvis without the conversation of clothing coming up, to that end I would like to start a topic about Elvis' clothes, it can be any era from the 50's right to the flamboyant 70's.............

Include photo's as well (y)


As my log-in name suggests I am a big fan of the 70's style especially the Jumpsuits, I also like the streetware which is very similar in design e.g. the collars and the flares.

I'll comment some more once the topic gets going.........................


Matt

Pictures of Elvis wearing a cheeky yellow ensamble circa 69-70 (y)

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;) This is always a nice subject because it relates to how well and how hard a youngman unknown and still in school would have the ability and courage to work side jobs to help his parents and to also dress nicer than most.
His tase in clothing then was incredible, almost impeccable...for that year.
Although I admit those very sexy (mostyly white) jumpsuits came into style, with the Karat'e play theme.. I did not care for the capes... I felt it was without any use whatever, besides to hold some portions of his weight in check...
I liked the loving you scene where Elvis is earing what he hated, plain Jeans, cuffed for that era...
I think he had a few pairs of black levis, that he messed about in, played footnball, but I didn't get close enough to read a label..they might have been mere sweat pants...his black slacks, and jazzy jackets were very fine indeed!
All in all I have seen Elvis in only a few items that I didn't think did him justice.
A plain brown suit or light blue...just wasn't who he was.. some of the stage clothing chosen for him in Viva las Vegas I am referring to...
I think his wardrobe suited him fantastically in flaming star, and Charro.
I don't believe he looked overly sexy in swim suit, but who cares about this part anyway? Arnold he wasn't...but in every other respect he was undeniably better looking than what is considered beautiful today..such as the star called "The Rock" you'd have to be blind not to see the handsome man....Elvis was more like a Russle Crowe in build..and it served him well, one smilee, one laugh..and his famoususe of ... "uhhhhh, well, hummm" melts the hearts of women to this day, robe, or tuxedo.(y)
God how I love this man!

[Merry]

I think his wardrobe suited him fantastically in flaming star, and Charro.
I don't believe he looked overly sexy in swim suit, but who cares about this part anyway? Arnold he wasn't...but in every other respect he was undeniably better looking than what is considered beautiful today..such as the star called "The Rock" you'd have to be blind not to see the handsome man....Elvis was more like a Russle Crowe in build..and it served him well, one smilee, one laugh..and his famoususe of ... "uhhhhh, well, hummm" melts the hearts of women to this day, robe, or tuxedo.(y)
God how I love this man!



I loved Elvis in anything, including swimsuit, lol. I love Elvis' build, lol. Me biased? lol naaaahhhhhhhhh :D:D

http://www.amazing-animations.com/animations/mouth20.gif

[goodelvisgirl]

i think 60's and the 70's he always had great style and was way ahead of his time he made his own style he made sideburns and glasses look cool he knew what suited him and how to make the cloths work for him

[GIORGIA]

I Love the Combination from 60'-70'!
Elvis is So Awesome!
http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/1828/user7586pic129331247509s.jpg (http://img22.imageshack.us/i/user7586pic129331247509s.jpg/)

[elvispresleytheking]

I love the jumpsuits and two-piece suits of the 1970s.

[GraceeD1970]

His style was great now matter what.

[WHITETIGERMAN]

He looked so good in anything he would dress in.He had such a great sense of style.
As one lady who is a friend of the family said once after looking at some pics of him.....he sure was a fashion plate.

[debtdbruno]

He had an innate sense of what suited him. He really was a trend setter.

There is nobody, and I mean nobody..........who could do as much justice to those leathers though, Awesome!!!!!!

[May]

Elvis in his Doctors Tunic pushes all the right buttons for me and so does his Army Uniform, oh and his black 1969 Jumpsuit!! :D :cool: :blush:

I could not have said it better myself! (y)(y):D

[May]

i think 60's and the 70's he always had great style and was way ahead of his time he made his own style he made sideburns and glasses look cool he knew what suited him and how to make the cloths work for him

That is very true. He didn't follow fashion, he made fashion! :king::cool:

[LISY]

He was a fashion trendsetter for sure....He was Fashion, in any era, but the yummiest for me was 60/70..have to have the drool bucket handy for those any of those pics;)LOL

[beckelvis]

I LIKE ALL THE EPOCHS,ELVIS TO HAVE AN INCREDIBLE STYLE(y)(y)
http://i393.photobucket.com/albums/pp12/BECKELVIS/87_elvis_198526.jpg
http://i393.photobucket.com/albums/pp12/BECKELVIS/elvisdewey_804424.jpg
http://i393.photobucket.com/albums/pp12/BECKELVIS/50s_family_025.jpg

[beckelvis]

:jawdrop::jawdrop::jawdrop:
http://i393.photobucket.com/albums/pp12/BECKELVIS/1969TheReturnTommy3.jpg
http://i393.photobucket.com/albums/pp12/BECKELVIS/elviscilla_482665.jpg

[molokai123]

I think he looked great on his white and black two pieces suits from 69. :cool:

great choice

[Pacerstar]

Elvis looked good in anything.The pictures bellow are a few of my favorite.He looked fantastic in yellow,red and white.The concha suit was also very beautiful.The one I disliked was the sundial suit.

TCB

MLY

Elvis was gorgeous in light blue.(y)(y)(y)(y)(y)(y)

[Pacerstar]

Sorry Matt I have no idea of how to scan a photo over to this site but I would like to say that the outfit he wore to see President Nixon is one of my favorites but the one in my avatar and the brown suit similar to it top them all for me.

I noticed the peacock in your avatar. Have you seen the Shop Elvis catalog
that just came out? They have an outfit for sale with the peacock from this
jumpsuit on it. I love it!(y)(y)(y)(y)(y)

[KPM]

The early 70s style (not quite so over the top) was excelllent as far as look taste etc....IMO I liked some of the really over the top clothes but think he looked more with it and masculine in the type clothes he wore on stage and off in the early 70s.

[mistymorning]

He really looked gorgeuos in every style and clothing ! he had a special taste for choosing right clothes ! He looked very stylish in suits and ties , very graceful in jumpsuits and etc. But I specially like him with sport wearings like this :

[riley]

he could get away with everything.

[dennis hauser]

As a King, Elvis knew how to dress the part! The high collar style he liked, came from the Napoleon era uniforms. Sounds fitting to me!

[Jailhouse Rock]

like my name states I prefer the 50s styles becuase i like the styles, fabrics and that where Elvis got his start and it looks cool to see what taste Elvis had in clothing from the 50s to 70s. Plus Im a vintage type person I love all the old original clothing, if I could find it today I would wear it. The colors are carefully picked, and each outfit looks great and havs its own unique style.

[my boy]

I love the 1970s clothes – look at this beauty

[TCB81975]

I think the coolest clothing that E wore was during the 1970's. The "Superfly" period where he wore the signature Italian leather zip up boots, crushed velvet bell bottomed suits, the huge belts with the chains and jewels on them and two fist full of rings. You can guarantee that he was strapped up too with pistols all over him.

[jackie]

elvis had great taste in his jumpsuits and hes the only person looked great back then in a jumpsuit!!jackie myers...

[TCB81975]

Good point Jackie. He certainely did.

[dstrattenfan]

God in heaven knows I absolutely adore Elvis but........ my my my his taste in cloths sometimes was just hedious and the turbans what was up w/ the Turbans lol

[RustyWells]

I loved his styles from the 50's and the 70's, he wore what he wanted, didn't care what others thought and made it all look great

[dstrattenfan]

or maybe he was high and thought it was cool:blush: I'm sorry some of his choices was just terriable;)

[elvis1608]

60 and 70 years i liked the most the color red my favorite

[Dany]

I voted in a combination 60 and 70, is more beautiful for me.
;)

[Dany]

I love him that way:
http://i654.photobucket.com/albums/uu263/Memelpresley/elvis-1.jpg

[charlotte*elvis*]

doesn't matter what he was wearing he he always looked HOT!
i vote for 60's and 70's.
i liked him the most with jeans on like real tightly.:blush:

[Lisarose]

couldn't agree more, Charlotte, and the outfit he's wearing in your avatar is pretty hot, IMO!

[Diane]

I love him that way:
http://i654.photobucket.com/albums/uu263/Memelpresley/elvis-1.jpg

I totally agree. This is the ideal Elvis to me.

[elvia7]

I love him that way:
http://i654.photobucket.com/albums/uu263/Memelpresley/elvis-1.jpg

Yes !!! Dany You have right I agree with you http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=39253&d=1235571595(y)

[Tigerman1975]

http://www.terrymike.com/Elvis%20White%20Stutz.jpg

Thats what I'm talking about. You cant see his pistols, but he's probably got about 10 on him. I'm digging the Borsalino pimp hat.

[debtdbruno]

hahaha......great pic, he was a cool guy

[King Of The Whole World]

I love when he would wear the 2 or 3 piece suits. They looked so cool, of course he always looked cool!

[elvia7]

Hello again! I like all of Elvis costumes, but as you I prefer this from 70.
Please, look.http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51306&d=1304679723http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51291&d=1304538080http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52976&d=1321731602http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=53337&d=1325956007

[elvia7]

Next :D
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52506&d=1317314885http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51292&d=1304538799
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51584&d=1306008723oops:lol:

[Tommy]

Next :D
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52506&d=1317314885http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51292&d=1304538799
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51584&d=1306008723oops:lol:

I think all is clothes were very cool. (y) Thanks so much Evi.............(y) :D

[alex110596]

Next :D
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52506&d=1317314885http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51292&d=1304538799
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51584&d=1306008723oops:lol:
Excellent! Especially the last one! :wub: (y)(y)

[readyseve]

Love the sketches Evi he looks best in skin imo. lol!!

[Tommy]

I personally love this suit.

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//91/e41.JPG

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//85/19697.jpg

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//86/welcomehome_820758.JPG

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/1960CandidTommyTCB2.jpg

I am sorry I can't find a better HQ of this suit.

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/69brwnsut.jpg

[Snake Eyes]

Interesting start to this thread :P, but the pics are gorgeous, especially the ones Tommy put up, late 60s / 70s for me.

[Tommy]

Interesting start to this thread :P, but the pics are gorgeous, especially the ones Tommy put up, late 60s / 70s for me.

Thank you very, very much my friend. (y) :D

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//43/1956PublicityPhotoTommyTCB2.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51293&d=1304539654

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/1956_Candid_Tommy_TCB.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//26/TTWII_re.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//26/ttwii_882657.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=53001&d=1322341942
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52260&d=1314377530
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52225&d=1314176548
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=50980&d=1303483107
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51086&d=1303902299

OK Tommy! I give up! I do not have enough 'material' to compete with you:D

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/1970sCandidTommyTCB4.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid-1_5_.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=53057&d=1322739339
My favorite Elvis jacket(y)

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/press72_299642.jpg

[elvia7]

THANK YOU TOMMY!!!!!!!!!!
AMAZING ELVIS SMILE .:notworthy:wub::wub::wub:
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51203&d=1304498822
Sometimes lost in thought ...

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/front1.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/ep3.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52083&d=1310586265
Is that boy next door? NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid_005.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52501&d=1316937645
It is not always visible at the Guardian Angel wings.

Just look and a nice shirt.(y)

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid225.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data/48/Elvis_19701.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/1970sCandid15.jpg

[debtdbruno]

the only thing I didn't 'get'......was the turban look.....what was he thinking???........lol

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid_.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54854&d=1337459247
"Time to sleep Angel"

[elvia7]

the only thing I didn't 'get'......was the turban look.....what was he thinking???........lol

I do not know ..............None of us knows how he felt that man.:notworthy
It certainly was not impressed. Elvis was always himself!(y)

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid_.jpg

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52260&d=1314377530:D

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data/48/candid22.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54855&d=1337459847:D

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52109&d=1310844553

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/1975CandidTommyTCB.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/538614omalley26200783350PM.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/infocus8july51975.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/houston_2_1.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/houston_1_2.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data/48/candid70_3.JPG

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=52666&d=1318841625:bye:

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid70_36459.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/bell_air_68_3.jpg

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54858&d=1337460594
http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=54859&d=1337460704

[King Of The Whole World]

Thank you my friends Tommy and Ewi, I love all the pictures!! This thread is great, keep it up. Elvis had a style all his own and he pulled it off perfectly. (y)

[Tommy]

Thank you my friends Tommy and Ewi, I love all the pictures!! This thread is great, keep it up. Elvis had a style all his own and he pulled it off perfectly. (y)

Thank you very, very much my friend. (y) :D

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid70_323174.jpg

[readyseve]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/candid70_36459.jpg

Hi Tommy have always loved these shots with this jacket. Any other photos of this? Thanks!!

[Tommy]

Hi Tommy have always loved these shots with this jacket. Any other photos of this? Thanks!!

Thank you so much post 210 above. (y) :D

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid86.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid135.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid60_519696.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid511.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid_133741.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid_0031.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid_210093.jpg

[King Of The Whole World]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/candid86.jpg

These photos of Elvis in the brown suit might be the best pictures of Elvis in his life. He looked unbelievable. Who else could pull off wearing a jacket with no shirt and not look like a complete fool…nobody but Elvis.

[Snake Eyes]

Tommy you're killing me man, I'm at work checking out shirtless Elvis :blush:
Does anyone notice a resemblance to the jacket worn in post 206 by Tommy to that of the jackets worn by Adam Ant as the dandy highway man in the 80s and I've also seen Jacko wearing similar jackets too.

Some very very very beautiful pictures, thank you Tommy :D

[Tommy]

Tommy you're killing me man, I'm at work checking out shirtless Elvis :blush:
Does anyone notice a resemblance to the jacket worn in post 206 by Tommy to that of the jackets worn by Adam Ant as the dandy highway man in the 80s and I've also seen Jacko wearing similar jackets too.

Some very very very beautiful pictures, thank you Tommy :D

lol you are very, very welcome, I thank you so very, very much. (y)

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//47/n100.JPG

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//48/elvisdavidrn2.jpg

[blue suede heels]

I liked his style in the 60's the most. Not just the clothing, but his face seemed even more perfect, and his hair, even more shiny and black. I love his tan too. In pictures from the 60's I notice he wore a lot of suit jackets, and I think he looked extra handsome in them. He just looked really classy and gentlemanly. I also like the outfit he wore in the pictures from when Lisa Marie was born. I think he's the only person I like in a turtleneck, haha. Also, during the '68 Comeback Special...oh man. Every time I watch that I think, he woke up that day and was just the most perfect he has ever looked in his entire life. I'm so happy it's on tape.

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//86/1960WelcomeHomeTommyTCB.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//86/ATommy1960D.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/1956CandidTommyTCB65.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/1957ChicagoPressConferenceTommyTCB.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/50GracelandHQ_682576.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//92/candid70s_003.jpg

[Snake Eyes]

Tommy, Tommy, Tommy, we want more!!!!!!!!!!!!!(y)

[cibetty]

Wow! Great photos Tommy! :notworthy :notworthy :notworthy

[Tommy]

Wow! Great photos Tommy! :notworthy :notworthy :notworthy

You are very welcome, thank you, very, very much my friend. (y)

[elvia7]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//86/ATommy1960D.jpg

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51390&d=1304932137:lol:

[King Of The Whole World]

http://www.tcb-world.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=51390&d=1304932137:lol:

Ewi, that is great. :jawdrop:

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/young3.jpg

[King Of The Whole World]

Thank you Tommy for all the great pictures.

THE KING OF COOL!

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/d7656dc04cefresize.jpg

[readyseve]

Checking out shirtless Elvis is a dirty job but somebody has to do it!!!
Tommy you're killing me man, I'm at work checking out shirtless Elvis :blush:
Does anyone notice a resemblance to the jacket worn in post 206 by Tommy to that of the jackets worn by Adam Ant as the dandy highway man in the 80s and I've also seen Jacko wearing similar jackets too.

Some very very very beautiful pictures, thank you Tommy :D

[King Of The Whole World]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/young3.jpg

Such a cool picture of early Elvis. Pink shirt, black pants with pink stripe, white belt, pink/black socks and black/white shoes. (y)

Elvis you were THE MAN!

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/1956LasVegasTommyTCB6.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/1956LasVegasTommyTCB4.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//46/candid_004.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//23/SonnyElvis.jpg

[Tommy]

http://www.tcb-world.com/gallery/data//20/pub_929456.jpg

[King Of The Whole World]

I would love to have Elvis as my best man in a wedding.