the semiotics of the mustache
The Private Investigator
This species is best worn in the company of other men. The man's man's mustache. Only the gentleman of leisure who's main interests are unnecessarily loud shirts, borrowed cars, helicopter rides and part crime solving need apply for this. Although why any sane person would crave their privates inspected closely is clearly quite drunk or possibly French.
The American
Quite unacceptable in a ladies presence. This abomination may be all the rage at the pony club but leave to our transatlantic cousins to make this sartorial faux pas.
The Divine
Doff your lobster to this king of men. Why sport half cocked? If one must mustache... then aim for the stars. Not suitable for courtship.
The Lunatic
Made popular on his european tour of '39-'45, a simple painter from austria made this blighter famous. Tends to lean towards the preposterous if worn without full iron fisted control of at least 3 or 4 reluctant sovereign states. Fist aloft optional... but a must have accessory.
The Official
Sometimes a chap can brook no discussion of a matter. If one is required to be firm, when talking to your children perhaps... then this is the one for you. Can you look at these handsome devils and pick an argument with any confidence? no... we think not.
The Sinister
If suddenly found in the dilemma where you want to hold onto your prized collection of second hand cars then this beauty is your poison. A civilian would not dare purchase an oriental knick-knack or even accept a gin and tonic from this cad.
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