Fashionable Fencing ~ "En garde. Etes-vous prêts? Allez!"

Posted by Christine at 11:22 PM
Fencing has been around for centuries, in many forms and many cultures. Evidence of the sport dates back to Ancient Egyptian times with duels that took place in a temple near Luxor, Egypt. The first known fencing manual and techniques were developed around 1471 A.D., in Spain and spread throughout Europe. Popularity grew with the Italians, who began extensive use of the Rapier, the slender, sharply pointed sword used when dueling. Below are several haute couture editorials showcasing the lovely sport. 

 
 
 
Check out sexy Olympic Medalists Tim Morehouse and Jason Rogers below.  I know what you're thinking, you wouldn't mind getting 'fenced' in!
Tim Morehouse & Sean Buckley for Esquire
Jason Rogers
Mmmm, yummy!


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4 comments:

International Citizen [i.CTZN}
May 27, 2010 at 12:29 AM

This is such a great blog! hottest images of Fencing and fashion, I will need to post it on my blog my friend :)

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Christine
May 27, 2010 at 1:14 AM

Thank you ;D

 
EscrimeLiban ng
May 27, 2010 at 7:57 PM

Hi Christine, nice post and beatifull pics.
Have you checked this one?
http://escrimeliban.wordpress.com/2010/03/09/en-garde-prets-defilez-khaled-el-masri/

 
Christine
May 28, 2010 at 12:58 AM

Thank you for your comment, I actually read that post when I was putting this post together! Beautiful work on your post, very inspiring;D

 

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