January 2012
160 posts
Anonymous asked: I copped the grey jersey jacket on sale at Tyrwhitt, but the button stance is very high -- pretty much half-way up my torso. Anything I can do about this, or should I just get my money back? Have you seen any flannel sport coats at a similar pricepoint?
lookyoungspeakold asked: Thoughts on the nailhead oxford blazer from LEC? Obviously for s/s casual wear. Thanks for answering all the questions, keep up the great work!
Anonymous asked: Man - you are on a roll responding to questions. thanks for all your help. I'm in need of upgrading my suits (frankly I don't have 1 that fits, last time I bought suits I was much bigger). I work in a pretty casual office but still something for occasional 'step it up' meeting...what do you think of dark grey wool suit? (Found a Calvin Klein one for $440, can't tell if...
sodrunkicantfeelathing asked: Recommended suit for $250-500 budget? Preferably in navy...? Thanks!
Anonymous asked: Can AE Park Aves be worn casually with jeans? I noticed you said the 5th Aves are more formal, how do you determine which shoes are formal or can be worn casually?
Anonymous asked: Hi, I'm the anonymous who asked about the BB Fitzgerald on Jan. 13. I just wanted to say thank you to you and jacobdenfield for the advice. It was reassuring and very helpful. Also, thanks for your blog and all the "heavy lifting" that you (and your readers) do for the rest of us. Thank you!.
Anonymous asked: Look for old army "M's" (I think type-2), just be sure they're all cotton or all wool. They aren't very slim from the knee down (kinda like Bill's khakis m3s) but can be tapered. Very high rise. Enjoy your tumblr.
johnleedraws asked: Seeing those AE Elgins reminds me: recs for a good "beater" brogue that's a true brogue/derby and not a balmoral like those AE. Like the Commando Sole Tricker's brogues but not uh, 500$.
broken-bones asked: Is 17 years old too young to wear suits? On dates, to uni etc?
Anonymous asked: Hi, I'm 19 just started college recently and my whole life I've worn "skater/scene" clothes, I want to change that. Can you recommend where I should start or articles and such that will teach me the basics of style and what not? Thanks.
Anonymous asked: Hey, just thought I'd respond to the previous question, as I've had some experience with them: slim fitting pants that sit high on the waist are frankly uncomfortable to move around and sit down in. It's also not the most flattering look, tight pants with like a foot of front rise present a big flat crotch area. If he's still interested, old pre-vietnam amy khakis (made in...
Anonymous asked: Any suggestions for a nice navy blazer/sport coat for under $60? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
waitingforgoddard asked: Just a quick tip for Apple users that are following through RSS. Use a piece of software called Reeder. It's brilliant for Tumblr RSS feeds.
Anonymous asked: Hey man, quick question. Why don't companies make slim pants that sit above the hips?
Anonymous asked: Any recommendations on a slim overcoat that hits above the knee? Preferably in blue or grey.
Anonymous asked: A quick question related to your post about Allen Edmonds lace-ups. What are your thoughts on the AE "Rough Collection?"
hyvaslide asked: You're doing the Lord's work digging through Clad Men, but what did you think of the quasi-cargo pocket on those DS Dundee trousers? I was tantalizingly close to pulling the trigger until I saw that detail; now I'm just not sure what I'd wear them with. That weird pocket makes them a little too casual for the office.
Anonymous asked: Quick question - you seem to have experience with the LL Bean New Traditional Twill...going to take the plunge - blue, khaki or light khaki? blue seems a bit faded. thinking full suit for summer / spring. thanks!
Anonymous asked: Hey, first just want to say how much I enjoy following ur blog and how much it's helped me in recent months. Ive recently started to upgrade my dress and casual shoes and started with some loafers than a Lombard wingtip by Allen Edmonds and I love them. I'm now looking for wingtip boots and I'm looking at the dalton by Allen Edmonds. They are going for $375 but I've them new...
Anonymous asked: Hey, quick question about the Lands End tailored fit button downs you were raving about the other day. Is the fit really that good? I've been afraid to order one for fear if it being too blousey.
tacotambien asked: hey man love the tumblr, I am looking into getting my first brown lace ups. I really like the fifth avenues by Allen Edmonds in the Walnut, I was wondering if these would be a good pick up for my situation if so do you know of any other shoes similar to these that I could check out (maybe a little cheaper). If not do you have recommendations for other brown lace ups?
Anonymous asked: Hey man, Regular reader and you are doing one heck of job. I bet I am not the first one to say that. Would you have any suggestion for a cotton/canvas/waxed canvas/cotton pea coat ? I am thinking around 200$ - thanks - D
openingattheclose asked: in that case, it's their bad, and all the better for you. You're right though, people should move quickly on that, because I doubt it'll last long
openingattheclose asked: Just as a heads up, I'm pretty sure the promo code won't work on the boots. I work for J. Crew, and the "sale items" qualifier only applies to prices that end in $.99. Otherwise it's considered a "promotional price" and isn't included in things like the 40% off. I know, it seems pretty arbitrary, and should definitely be made clearer on the site.
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Anonymous asked: Hello, it's the briefcase guy again. I'm looking to spend less than $300.
Anonymous asked: So I love what you do and I read every single post so this isn't a complaint by any means. But I get the RSS feed in my Apple Mail program (I'm sure many people do) and the questions people ask appear as the subject line. Because the subject line can only be so long, I have to open almost every one of your posts on the web to read it. Is this something that can be easily changed? Again,...
Anonymous asked: As a soon to be lawyer with plenty of work time under my belt, you can never go wrong with solids, reps, and boring geometric patterns. If color isn't your thing, stick with navy.
thingsthatpleaseme asked: For anything law firm related, I stick with rep ties or really basic patterns. Wale gets some awesome stuff in the firm door, but I think he's in a better position than us clerks/new hires. You'll not go wrong with a rep no matter what, though, and having 10 of them is easy to do via ebay/AAAC/SF. Once you establish yourself more and can pull off a nice Drakes grenadine or cashmere, you...