June 2012
“The woollen coat, for example, which covers the day labourer, as coarse and...”
– Adam Smith, The Wealth of Nations (via)
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edwinhu replied to your post: Who is Edwin? Link sends me to your picture.
I am also Edwin.
Here I thought you were Doc Hu.
Anonymous asked: Who is Edwin? Link sends me to your picture.
filipegomes asked: Hi. I have a question and I think you can help me. Do you think that OCBDs with barrel cuffs are casual enough to wear with denim and chinos or do you think they look too formal and should be worn with a suit? Thank you and keep up the great blog.
klinno asked: Dude your blog is super awesome. Keep up the tasteful good work.
May 2012
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elijahlain replied to your photoset: Reggie Penny Loafer — $88 shipped at Topman …
They unfortunately only come in full sizes! Any intel as to whether these run smaller or larger?
I contacted Topman customer support and … they weren’t sure. The rep suggested sizing up, but seemed less than confident in her answer. Might be worth ordering two sizes and returning one.
Something I have noticed.
Seriously.
pindotsandgrenadine:
I keep seeing these looks with absurdly tight pants. I am not going to name names(or reblog examples), but seriously, are you for real?
Some thoughts on this:
1.) Can you sit down in pants like that?
2.) Do you not realize that wearing a properly fitting jacket and too tight pants does not flow well? It just makes you look top heavy…
3.) Where do you put your...
Anonymous asked: It's possible I just don't know what is stylish for shorts, but my natural preference is for a slimmer leg. I'm a tall skinny guy, and it seems like most shorts I try on, even in a place like J-Crew where I can usually find things in my size, tend to have what I would consider too much fabric around the thighs. Am I mistaken? And if not, do you have any recommendations to find...
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zombiecuddle asked: Hey Aliotsy, love the blog. I picked up those DS Dundee flannel cargos when they were on sale at Clad, and I absolutely loved them, until they suffered a large/tragic crotch blowout this week. I also noticed the seam at the hem unravelling. First, any similar quality issues with yours, and any chance of getting a Clad/DSD refund? Second, any intel on repairing this kind of thing? Finally,...
“Uniqlo, the Japanese basics brand, is starting aggressive growth plans at...”
– The New York Times, “As U.S. Retailers Retreat, a Japanese Chain Sees an Opening”
Hat tip to Unrefinery for picking up on this little snippet.
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“A suit tells the world you are ready for business. A jacket tells the world you...”
– Luciano Barbera (via voxsart)
Anonymous asked: Recommendations for a slim inexpensive cotton/linen summer suit? I currently only have a navy wool suit, but am headed to 2 summer OUTDOOR weddings in 100+ deg heat in 4-6 weeks. No seersucker stripes, please. Prefer something local if possible or with quick shipping since I'll have limited time to get it tailored.
Anonymous asked: Do you know where to find a classier iphone cover? Something that is not loud but sets you apart from the crowd. Thank you!
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If, like me, you liked the idea of the Lands’ End Canvas sale I posted two days ago but only really want one garment, not two, you can use code INTHESWIM (PIN 2767) for no-minimum free shipping.
Also, it looks like they extended the 20% off promo code through tonight.
(hat tip to Dappered)
unclebeebo asked: Yo, post a picture of your new suede loafers!
Anonymous asked: Somebody mentioned your saved ebay searches. Can you post some of them? I've never been able to score a treasure on ebay.
thignat asked: Saw you grew up in Kenya. I'm Kenyan also and into Meanswear. Good to meet you!
Anonymous asked: Hi there and thank you for the very interesting blog. I am a short man (5’7’’) that exercises regularly. Therefore if a shirt fits in the shoulders and the chest it is too long to wear untucked. Can a tailor alter the length of a shirt for a reasonable price?
Anonymous asked: I know this question has probably been asked a hundred times but here goes again: I just bought a sportcoat that I like and that fits well (has the right details, fits in the shoulder, sleeve etc.), but that I'd like to get "tailored." What sort of alterations should I look/ask for that will give me that perfect(ish) tailored fit?
Anonymous asked: What happened to all the other blogs at the bottom of your page?
Moonshiners' cow shoes
jkottke:
This is one of a pair of cow shoes worn by moonshiners during Prohibition to hide their tracks from prohibition agents. From a 1922 edition of The Evening Independent:
A new method of evading prohibition agents was revealed here today by A.L. Allen, state prohibition enforcement director, who displayed what he called a “cow shoe” as the latest thing front the haunts of moonshiners.
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Anonymous asked: So I'm a little confused about shoe sizing. Which would be wider, a 8.5 E or a 9 D?
Anonymous asked: Your saved eBay searches for high-quality suits are extremely useful. Could you compile a saved search for neckties?
Should Zuckerberg put on a suit for the investors? He has done recently, and he looked dreadful. However, even if he looked magnificent, that isn’t really what the investors are in it to buy. Zuckerberg isn’t a style icon and Facebook isn’t a suit and tie company. It’s a young company; a company for the future. It even has its own agenda for how it will change the future. Conforming to the ancient...
“I’ve never subscribed to the view that sartorial style must be associated with particular interests or pursuits. I don’t like cocktails. I hate swanky bars. I have no interest in jewellery, dogs, etiquette or classic cars. Polo, horse racing: neither have ever held much attraction.
This probably permanently excludes me from being a dandy, certainly a rake. But then,...
Anonymous asked: Thanks very much for the advice on the higher rise chinos. I'm liking the looks of the Epaulets you suggested. Much appreciated.