October 2011
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September 2011
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Anonymous asked: I need some denim advice. I would love to get a new pair of jeans that dress up well, but of course, could be worn casually. Is raw the way to go?
steezncrackers asked: No, not at the meetup. I'm down South. Sounded like fun though. Your WIWT are getting better and better though. Keep it up!
Anonymous asked: Does it ever get creepy when random Internet folk compliment your physique? Or, being a hunky man, do you feel it just goes with the territory?
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steezncrackers asked: Hey,you are lookin a bit more fit! What did you change?
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WIWT: 09-30-2011
At last night’s meetup, several folks wore some variation of this outfit: grey tweed jacket and dark denim (including myself). It’s a woefully easy combination to pull off and is a simple base that you can make alterations to change it up every so slightly.
This particular jacket is a herringbone pattern, but you could easily do this with donegal tweed, too. For a shirt, the white...
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muteboy72 asked: I have a problem. I hate umbrellas. Not for other people, as long as they're reasonably sized (golf umbrellas are the Hummer of the sidewalk). I don't like carrying them, losing them, dealing with them wet, dealing with wind and so on. What I would really like is a raincoat with a hood that would go well with a suit. Does such a thing exist? Or perhaps some form of longline rainproof...
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Anonymous asked: I'm looking for some outwear (it is the time of year) and I'm not sure which way to go. I have been looking at a cream and a navy parka, but don't know which I like. Also, I don't even know if a parka is what is best for me. Any thoughts?
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deonteblue asked: How was the meet-up last night?
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Anonymous asked: I'm a student (on a budget around $300) looking to play dress up for a job fair. Is Jos. A. Bank any good?
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bestdressedcra asked: WIWT: 9-29-11. Did you get those LE flannels cuffed from the factory or did you have them cuffed yourself? I just ordered the same ones (on back order until 10/14) and got them cuffed. I just want to know what to expect. Thanks!
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WIWT: 09-29-2011
Sack-styled, undarted jacket? Trousers with cuffs and break in them? Black shoes? Subtle difference to the uniform today.
Fit details after the jump:
Jacket: thrifted
Shirt: Brooks Brothers ESF white dress shirt
Tie: Zegna contrast fabric and color blade silk knit (I gotta take pictures of this tie at some point, it’s really neat)
Square: Made by “sonlegoman” on SF/BS
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filipegomes asked: Hi. You never got around to reviewing the Charles Tyrwhitt boots. Would it be possible to give your opinion about it regarding fit, build quality and leather quality? Thank you and keep writing this great tumblr.
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I've updated my post on Brooks Brothers' exchange... →
Long story short: Their customer service behind their Twitter team is pretty danged good.
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Rainwear: What I wear to stay somewhat dry
One of the priorities I set for myself recently over the summer was to get my rainwear squared away. Slowly, I picked up each piece and finally consider that part of my wardrobe complete.
The obvious first step was a coat. I don’t think it particularly matters if you have a trench or “mack” overcoat, but keeping your chest and the upper half of your legs dry is pretty...
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Shipton & Heneage has a new website →
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How good is Brooks Brothers' exchange policy?...
Scenario: I ordered an ecru OCBD from them in my usual size (15.5/35) and the sleeves were 37” before washing. Previous OCBDs I’d ordered from Brooks Brothers had longer sleeves than the stated length, but experienced shrinkage after going through a warm water and normal drying cycle.
So, I first tried a cold-water wash and then low tumble dry. Barely shrank at all. Then I tried a hot...
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steezncrackers asked: What do you recommend for a workhorse white OCBD?
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WIWT: 09-28-2011
Long live the pink OCBD! I really like this shirt a lot, especially when combined with this tie. Truth be told, I bought this pink OCBD long before I ever purchased a white one or a blue one. Why? Well, I give you two examples
First, there was this comment from Michael Bastian while talking about OCBDs:
The pink one, which I call the hangover shirt and is my own trick for days when...
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Anonymous asked: Hi, silly question time. Where do you measure the width of a tie? At it's widest point? And do you think a 4" tie at it's widest point is too wide to wear with 3" lapels? Thanks.
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Anonymous asked: I'm in the market for some rain/snow boots. I live in North central Indiana, where the weather is very similar to Chicago. I'm leaning towards 8" Bean boots. Any suggestions? If I do get Bean boots, would you advise me to get the ones with a lining or not? If so which one (thinsulate, shearling, wool)?
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enriquedlcm asked: I hope you could give us some insight. What's the deal with those slippers I've seen Kanye wear and also on CB's picture. What's all the hype about? Is it one of those pretentious things about "fashion"? What's up with the price? I think you get my point.
Anonymous asked: does the ralph lauren code apply to rugby as well?
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Ralph Lauren sale: 25% off
Ralph Lauren is having their seasonal sale starting on Thursday, September 29, through October 10. The sale applies both in stores and online. Use discount code RLGIVE2011 to get 25% off your order.
I should also point out that 10% of the net proceeds during this sale will go toward their charity fund to fight cancer.
ADDING: It also will apply to Rugby, too. (Thanks to edwinhu for the...
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goingoutgoingin asked: For the guy asking about chukkas, the 3 eye chukka from SeaVees is pretty cool looking. Hadn't seen it until recently, but I think the brass color way is pretty sharp.
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WIWT: 09-27-2011
Predictability! Blazer, flannel trousers, OCBD, repp tie. I swear, I do have other items in the wardrobe beyond navy blazers, but they’re being altered at the moment. Until then, not much is going to change beyond the neckwear and shirts.
Fit details after the jump (plus a blurry photo of my outerwear to fight the rain — better image tomorrow).
Jacket: Navy wool blazer...
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And just like that, Yoox has 10% off starting...
thisfits:
Heads up, everyone! I just placed an order on YOOX for a few full-price items. The laws of the universe dictate that YOOX will now release a new promo code.
I do it ‘cause I love you.
He totally called it. Yoox has 10% off your order when you use code FASHIONPEOPLE@YOOX at checkout.
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filipegomes asked: Hi. I need your help with regards to wool sweater sleeves. Should they be long enough to show a little shirt cuff or can they go beyond the wrist? Thank you for your help and keep up the great Tumblr.
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enriquedlcm asked: In your opinion which knot works better with knit ties and spread collars? Four in Hand or Half Windsor?
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Anonymous asked: Really appreciate what you're doing with your blog. I'm probably close to you in age, on a fixed budget, trying to up my solid style game -- sticking with basics, building the wardrobe slowly, etc. I've haven't made any great progress with shoes, though. For the summer I've got boat shoes, but now that fall is here I still have some old half-sneaker, half-something else...
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nicoleguarascio-deactivated2011 asked: Can I come to this Chicago meetup of yours? I don't think I know anyone attending, but...
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WIWT: 09-26-2011
While I’ve started amassing a collection of navy neckwear, brown neckwear is something I’ve begun to give a lot more thought to — especially in these colder months. I wouldn’t say I’m as enamored with it as much, but it does play well alongside blues. And blue is kind of the key color here.
Also, you might notice the cuffs on the flannel trousers. The reason?...
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angovodo: You Know You're #Menswear When... →
This list cracked me up.
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WIWT: 09-23-2011
Fall is awkward but wonderful. Is it cool or warm? Thank goodness for the ability to layer up and down.
Did a rare thing and went sans tie today, but I felt it would look a bit odd under the tennis sweater and with the OCBD. The jacket isn’t the flannel blazer from yesterday, but the regular navy blazer I’ve been wearing year-round.
I’m a big fan of this tennis sweater. Got...
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peteraxtman asked: Hey, I was in an Allen Edmonds store yesterday and the woman working there said they're going to be having a sale of 15-30% off on Monday. I didn't get any details on whether it was all stores, online or just that one, but I'd guess it's in all stores. This was the one in Rockefeller Center, for any NY-based people.
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WIWT: 09-22-2011
Haven’t done one of these in a while (long story short: Macbook Air died and was what I used to crop/manipulate photos, and my desktop crashed every time I tried to launch a photo editor), but I’m back in business now (new Mac Mini, thanks to those who gave me some info on it). But it’s all well and good. Fall’s definitely here and the wardrobe has begun the changeover.
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Lands' End Canvas Friends & Family Sale →
For those of you on the ramen-noodle budget and find the Brooks Brothers sale still out of your price range, Lands’ End Canvas is having a 25%-off sale right now, too. Use coupon code SAVE25 with PIN 1231 through September 27.
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Brooks Brothers Sale
putthison:
Apparently Brooks Brothers’ sale doesn’t appear on their front page. To get the 25% discount that I wrote about, use 11FRIEND at checkout.
If I could only recommend one thing, then it would be their extra-slim fit OCBDs. Came out to about $57/shirt when I bought three of them (tax and shipping included).
It’s also worth noting that their shell cordovan captoe boots also are...
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Anonymous asked: Ever been to Morris & Sons in Chicago? They have a sick GiltCity deal right now.
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Anonymous asked: I have a wedding this weekend - gray or navy suit?
