February 2012
Anonymous asked: I started looking for good boots, found Wolverine 1000 Mile boots, got a pair of cap-toe Rockfords and now I never ever see them mentioned on any style blogs or forums anywhere. Why?
Anonymous asked: Hi! Any suggestion for navy odd jacket/blazer with soft shoulders and patch pockets? Preferably linen or cotton (or any sort of summer wool). And available online (I'm in Russia). Budget is $250 :)
plywould asked: In your photo from 2/23 (L.B.M. 1911 / Ratio Clothing / Talbott)--can you share some details about that lapel pin? I feel like I've seen it (or its like) from time to time on the tumbles... and something about it really speaks to me every time. So... what's the scoop?
Anonymous asked: Great blog; read it every day. What's the best dress pants I can buy without going over $100?
edwardswords asked: What do you think about a skinny tie with a spread collar? would the spread clash with the skinny tie?
xxtorbearxx asked: Sup, so just picked up some Veblen's and now need a pair of Black dress shoes with a casual lean to round out my basics, suggestions?
Say, does anyone know how the Crockett & Jones 314...
Standard half-size down from your US size (size 9.5 UK = 10 US)? Or full size down?
Anonymous asked: So that Tyrwhitt unstructured sport coat is a good value? What other items would you say compare to that jacket at a similar price point, I'd love to get my hands on an LBM but I don't have the coin for that purchase. (This is a different anon from the one that originally mentioned it)
dolphinsdonthaveknees asked: Hi. I'm after a casual waterproof navy parka for round town. So far the best I've found is Timberland Men's Earthkeepers Waterproof Broadview Raincoat. Anything else in that price range? Thanks
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thesilentist replied to your video: Tom Ford Autumn/Winter 2023. Not really,…
That collar gap though was pretty bad…
Haha, you noticed, too, huh?
Anonymous asked: Over the last year you've recommended the Charles Tyrwhitt unstructrured blazer a few times, I already have a blue summer blazer, how do you feel about the stone one? (or the khaki twill j crew?)
Lands' End Canvas Chinos and Jeans - $29 for Leap... →
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“The conspicuously well dressed man is not a well dressed man at all, but merely...”
– Fashion, August 1899 (via putthison)
Clarifying that last post: I’ve been receiving catalogs from Brooks Brothers and J. Crew for two years or so.
My son was born eight months ago, and in the past week I received catalogs from their respective kids’ lines, Brooks Brothers Fleece and crewcuts. I’m fairly certain I never told either J. Crew or Brooks Brothers that I was interested in their kids’...
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So does everyone get catalogs from Brooks Brothers...
Or are BB and J. Crew flaunting their data-mining prowess?
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Anonymous asked: Having trouble finding a 'fresco blazer' any suggestions for this summer?
thisandpat asked: Where can I get a decent pair of albert slippers for less than $200?
Anonymous asked: If you had to choose between the J Crew twill striped blazer and the Charles Tyrwhitt unconstructed sport coat, which would you choose?
Watchacutestyle:
Jose Lemus of Today’s Tie
Today’s Tie is one of my favorite tumblogs. I’ve been admiring his shirt, tie, pocket square, jacket combo’s for years. It’s nice to see that he is more than just a torso. Great video. Nice shoes.
Favorite of mine, too.
Anonymous asked: When buy a leather jacket is it better to go with a brown or black? Specifically I'm looking to buy the Schott Perfecto 618 or a similar motorcycle jacket if you have any recommendations. Thanks!