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12-13-2012, 07:30 PM
You should actually look at getting a single vent in your new blazers. Single is a bit more casual than double and that makes it more appropriate for a blazer or sportcoat. The problem with going ventless is that the jacket will bunch up when you're sitting down instead of properly flaring over your hips.
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12-14-2012, 10:39 AM
Just to weigh in:
Made in England: Unless your talking finest Huddersfield worsted cloth, this is marketing cache.
You will most probably charge a premium price f or a inferior product that is most likely made by low skilled immigrants, and would be better off buying made in turkey or yes, mad in china.
Globalisation as it is, it's all about quality control, rather then point of origin.
Super numbers- again this is a measure of thread count, and does not mean bigger is better. The better tailors will talk about the weight of the cloth.
This might seem controversial, but ifor 99% of the population buying suits, i would actively discourage going bespoke and sticking to made to measure. It's only worthwhile if you really know what your doing, have the spare time and the money to mind if it doest go right.
Hope this helps.
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12-14-2012, 12:01 PM
Alitarbegshe, care to expand on your insights about men's wear?
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12-14-2012, 12:30 PM
The center vent looks more casual. It's associated with classic, Ivy League suits from the East Coast in the states and the actitivies that are a part of that (hunting, polo, etc.). It's not a hard and fast rule, but the history does give it a more casual appearance - and a sport coat is more casual than a suit coat. All too often a double vent on a blazer can look like you're wearing your suit jacket as a sportcoat instead of an item that's specifically made as such.
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12-15-2012, 10:11 AM
Hear hear.
I'd also like to hear why you think bespoke is a waste of time while made-to-measure is not, and why Huddersfield worsted cloth is the only one worth anything.
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12-17-2012, 07:36 PM
I admit that I only skimmed the thread, so I'm repeating someone just consider this an endorsement, but one interesting piece of advice that I heard is go purchase an ill-fitted suit from a thrift store. Have the suit dry cleaned, and go find out your measurements at a reputable tailor. Then pay whatever the price may be to have it tailored to your particular frame.
Anyway, just my 2 cents.
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01-17-2013, 11:42 AM
Question for AliB and other guys who have gotten custom suits from Kuwait, the ME, SEA, or anywhere else for that matter. Let's say I find pictures of suits online that I would like made for myself. Is it realistic to expect them to track down the type of materials/colors that I request with a short turnaround time?
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01-17-2013, 12:56 PM
Quote: (12-13-2012 09:45 AM)TexasMade Wrote:
Decided to bump this thread. Finally picked up my suit today. Been waiting on me for a week now. First suit, as I tried it on it felt a bit different. After 5 minutes in it I feel good. No place on post in Kuwait to rock it but I'll be back in country within 30 days so I'm ready.
I'm 5'6" 160 pounds. I got measured but he didn't have the measurements when I picked it up just now. Let me know of any adjustments I need please. I'm going to cop another 2 suits and 2 sportscoat/blazers so I need serious critiques. I might hit up Masculine style before my next order to get his opinion. Appreciate the help.
First is the blazer. My next post will be the actual suit. 400 for everything. Suppose to be English cotton. A little thick. I think the material has a great feel to it.
For your build, I think you picked a good blazer and it works well because of the fit. I'm usually not a fan of the high-cut lapels, but you pull it off well.
Edit: That is not a blazer, it's a suit jacket. Buy matching pants and you have an ensemble that looks great.
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01-17-2013, 01:19 PM
Quote: (12-17-2012 01:33 PM)_GQ_ Wrote:
Love Chad's suit:
How do you start talking about a tragic murder-suicide and then go into Chad's personal life?
They ambushed Chad and he handled well. Looking sharp didn't hurt him, either.
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