October 2011
127 posts
Coming tomorrow: more closet cleaning
Just a head’s up. Tomorrow I’ll be posting a few more items as part of my winter closet cleaning. I’m photographing them tonight. They’ll include:
Allen Edmonds Kenwood size 10D in tan (bought new, worn three times, not stretching in the toe like I thought they would)
Martin+Osa khaki chinos, 36x30 (marked 34x30, but vanity sizing was too large for me)
MS&Co grey moc...
Acute Style probably won #menswear Halloween →
howtotalktogirlsdialectically asked: Paul Stuart is offering free $50 gift cards via their website, redeemable at either Chicago location. You may already be hip to this.
Ties for sale!
Hey everyone, I’m cleaning out my closet and thought I’d offer up some of my neckties for sale. Prices include shipping in the U.S. (non-U.S. will be extra). I take PayPal. If you want to buy one, then e-mail me first at kiyoshimartinez@gmail.com.
These are all ties that I’ve worn previously, except this purple one below. All are in good condition and there’s nothing wrong...
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$80 at Park & Bond for $40 at Gilt City
Big ups to stylepoints with this tip.
The title says it all. Essentially Gilt is selling Gilt credit. Get it while it’s hot. If you aren’t already a Gilt member (although I can’t imagine anyone who reads my tumblr wouldn’t be) feel free to join using my referral link.
GTFOH, Esquire →
afistfulofstyle:
Seconded. I am a huge Halloween fan and every time I read “just wear a suit” and call it something I want to strangle my computer. That’s just dressing up, not Halloween.
If you don’t want to celebrate, don’t. But be warned, if this is your attitude on an occasion when you’re supposed to be cutting loose:
Sure, you stand out, but at least you don’t look like you were...
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Anonymous asked: Just wanted to tell you that if you taper the 501s from the inseam (like all tailors do, no idea what kind of tailor would taper a leg from the outside seam) you will have a tapered leg and the original width of the selvedge
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Anonymous asked: Gray/Brown/Blue is the classic menswear palette. Are there any guidelines for ways this can or cannot work? I mean, gray wool pants and a brown blazer can look good. What about the reverse though, brown pants and gray jacket? Is there anything like a "pants should be darker than jacket" rule that I don't know?
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Anonymous asked: I have a question about cold-weather wear. I recently moved from Miami to Philadelphia and I'm really cold. I have a great wool overcoat that I got second-hand, but I have a feeling I'll look a little silly wearing it in October. I've been trying to get by with just a sportcoat and a sweater, but I was wondering if you could recommend something in between. (for reference, I too...
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Anonymous asked: I've read that the shoulder seam on a jacket should fall right around where my shoulder ends. My shoulder falls in a gentle slope away from my neck, then hits an abrupt point at the end of my (shoulder?) bone, then curves out. Does my shoulder end where the bone ends, or at the outermost part of the curve just below? (Does that make sense?) Second, when my jacket is buttoned, what's the...
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zombiecuddle asked: Hey man, quick tailoring question. Is $40 to let out the sleeves on a peacoat too much? The guy seems reasonable and I'm willing to pay a little on the high end since I'll probably have more jobs for him in the future and want to develop a relationship with someone who does quality work, but I want to make sure I'm not getting gouged and I remember you had some major work done on a...
enriquedlcm asked: I know you're not so much into parkas, but this is one is perfect and whilst I would love the buy it, I'm low on cash, so I'm sure a follower will love this. 140624559291 on ebay. Enjoy it
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Anonymous asked: Hey Silentist. If you had time can you discuss porportions for proper fit of a jacket? I just thrifted a couple jackets to start messing around with tailoring. To be specific I purchased 5 camel hair sports coats (for 25 bucks!) The top botton (once buttoned) have different place points. Some closer to my belly button some a bit higher. Any advice would really help. - Thanks for the help. Drew
Anonymous asked: Basic question for you. When something has a leg opening of 16", is that the same as 8" just measured differently?
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brian-m asked: While looking on ebay for a heavy winter blazer I've come across a lot of options that end up selling for $10 or less. I am hesitant not because they are cheap, but because it is a brand I don't know anything about. If it is my size and that cheap and I know nothing about the brand but like the look, do you think I should just go for it and cross my fingers?
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rjwellman asked: Any familiarity with G-Star Raw denim? Will it stretch a lot? Wondering if I should size down or be true-to-size...
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Anonymous asked: Getting married in April next year and we are thinking of suits rather than poorly fitted rental tuxes. Suggestions on an appropriate grey suit? I'm 6'2", 185 lbs, 42 long suit size. Would be looking for something that I could continue to wear after the wedding.
Another round, bartender: Q&A open →
Just killing time at work today, again.
Once again, previous posts have been updated with some followers’ responses.
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Anonymous asked: hi there, love the blog! i know you're in support of grey trousers -- particularly flannel or wool. but is there a need for a man to have cotton grey trousers? or i should probably get grey khakis instead? thanks so much!
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Anonymous asked: I just bought my first pair of selvage 501's which I love, but the leg opening is a bit too wide. Can you recommend what to say to my tailor about tapering width? I have zero experience with asking for a taper and I want slim, but not "full-Seinfeld".
Anonymous asked: This is going to sound real creepy but were you at The Aviary last night? If not, someone who looked just like you was there.
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slothbearwolf asked: as far as ramen budgeting goes- the one thing that i'd likrecommend is 501s as replacement for serious jeans (quality denim is like the single most expensive piece of a non-suiting wardrobe in my experience) is tailored 501s. Besides maybe gap 1969 (which i've no first hand with), most mid ranged price denim (jcrew etc) is terribly marked up and generally not worth it. 501s tend to be of...
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brian-m asked: I know it is almost winter, but maybe that means it is the right time to buy white pants. I had a pair, but they were horrible so I got rid of them and want to upgrade. Any suggestions? Gilt has some Acne white jeans for around $80 I think.
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Anonymous asked: Hey this is the anon in Taiwan. Thanks for the help! I was wondering if you could help me out with outerwear too, since it gets cold where I'll be. Also, what about pants other than jeans? Thanks again!
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17lettersfromark asked: Wondering if you know where i can find herringbone blazers in 34 chest (5'7-125lbs). Price range $100-$350-400ish.
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prodigal-punk asked: Have you tried any of the Uniqlo sweaters? Supposed to be good quality, but the fit is of concern as they would have to be bought using that new shopping service website, so returns could be tricky.
Anonymous asked: yeah my life is pretty hard for style. My eye says "get it" and my body says "GOOD LUCK TRYING TO FIT ME LOLOLOL" anyways, do you have any recommendations despite those measurements? some college kid could afford? (I feel like you get asked that a lot, sorry) Thanks man!
Q&A office hours in session →
Got questions? Ask ‘em now because it’s probably going to be a long day of not a lot going on at work.
I also went back and updated some of the questions that were asked last night, so take a look at that, too.
Finally, I’m working on that ramen-noodle budget post in between lusting after those suede ROTM dub monks.
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Anonymous asked: I noticed you suggested in an earlier post that an about to be grad student should start wearing ties. I know you later suggest wearing a jacket, but what are your thoughts on shirt, tie, without the jacket? At Put This On it's one of the 25 rules you don't break. However I (also a student) have been recently prone to wearing well-fitted shirts with skinny ties, and was wondering how big...
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enriquedlcm asked: Hi again, after having a solid tailored navy & charcoal suit, and a tuxedo what should I be looking after? Considering the fact that a classic wardrobe is on my mind. I'm about get a tweed jacket and add suede elbow patches. I have a game plan for trousers, shirts and outwear but I am lacking on the jacket department, while there's no pressure I think it's time to start...
lifeintheexitrow asked: What do you think about this Lardini double breasted? (search "Lardini Double-Breasted and it's the one available in 38/40 in dark blue) I am dying for a DB in navy, but I'm not sure about the 4x2 and the contrast stitching...
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brian-m asked: What do you think of the sole on the new ROTM double monks? I've been postponing my first pair of double monks for a while, and am wondering if these are the ones.
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Anonymous asked: What's a good year-round goto pair of shoes? Or howabout something more focused: what's the goto winter shoe?
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Anonymous asked: What would you recommend to wear to a Fall wedding with a late afternoon to evening setting?
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bestdressedcra asked: Have you ever tried Howard Yount flannel pants? I have Lands End tailored fit, but would be willing to shell out more cash for an infinitely better item.
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brian-m asked: Also, I'm looking for footwear assistance. I spend a lot of time on my bike, and it rains a lot in the winter months here but never too hard and it doesn't snow. What would footwear would you suggest for this situation that still looks good?
Anonymous asked: Recommendation on a Blazer that fits a 35 chest, 38 arm? Also, i'm trying to look into a goto winter jacket, any recommendations? thanks man
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trixmix asked: Please tell me how a girl can pull off a bow tie look!!
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Anonymous asked: Basically, I'm a college student without a lot of money. I'm really looking to step my game up in fashion. Any tips on websites that sell quality stuff for not such a big price?
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brian-m asked: I'm looking to get a gift for my brother, and I've decided a nice winter coat. Not a top coat, but a bit more casual. To wear with jeans or chinos and doesn't go too far past the waist. Maybe a pea-coat, but not sure. Looking for either grey or brown. Any ideas?
Q&A time →
I’m literally sitting at work with nothing to do and no idea when I’ll be able to head home (that’s government for you). So, if you’ve got a question, then you might as well ask it.
EDIT: OK, finally done and headed out, but if you leave a question, then I’ll get to it tomorrow when it’s slow.
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Anonymous asked: Hey, love the blog! I'm studying in Taiwan right now, but when I return I'll be at a top grad school. I'll be a TA/TF, and I've heard that a big challenge (especially in humanities departments, vs. business or law) will be distinguishing myself from the undergrads. I need to dress like a grown-up, but at the same time I don't want to look like my 60-something year old...
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Anonymous asked: What are your thoughts on carrying a tote/bag with you to an interview?
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Anonymous asked: Looking for a everyday wallet I can use for the rest of my life. Nothing to bulky nor a single pocket. I work for the DOE so I carry around 10 cards in my wallet. Looking for something slim made out of leather. Can you help me out?
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New feature: Read posts by tag →
As previously promised, I’ve gone back through all 1,398 posts I’ve done and tagged them so you can go back and read by tagged topic.
This took a lot longer than I imagined it would, but hopefully it’ll end up being useful.
Some things of interest would be “best of”, “personal style”, “wedding attire”, “business casual”,...
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"gotta eat less so i can buy more clothes"
canarycoal:
not gonna lie, i have said this at least a million times
“Eat ramen, stay crispy.”
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