Apr
Howard Yount 2012 summer jackets — More info here.
Apr
Spring-summer blazers on the ramen noodle budget
I’ve been getting a few questions about where one can get a cheap jacket for spring and summer that won’t break the bank, so I’ve found a few options that should make a good portion of you happy. For those of you on the ramen-noodle budget, this list is for you:
Lands’ End Canvas chambray blazer: $21.97 — My roommate actually owns this and it’s pretty nice. Lightweight and has the appearance of washed denim. Goes great with white denim.
Lands’ End Canvas nailhead oxford blazer: $24.97 — Looks like a bit of an improvement over the chambray blazer with lining only in the shoulders and sleeves.
Lands’ End Canvas vintage chino khaki blazer: $53.97 — Given it’s fully lined in polyester, it might not be the best choice for summer, but early spring and fall it could be a decent buy.
Onassis poplin 3-button blazer: $98 — Available in navy, grey, stone and red colors. Definitely cut shorter, so might be better suited for people on the short side.
Onassis double-breasted blazers (Adger & Sidney): $168 — Available in cotton-linen sateen or cavalry twill.
Life After Denim Oak Lawn blazer: $128 (here and here) — A lighter 76/24 cotton-linen blend in both desert and navy.
Feb
Green tea ice cream blazer from Brooks Brothers — Not sure how I feel about this. But I do want some green tea ice cream.
Jan
Got a Brooks Brothers gift certificate from my wife for my B-Day and I am looking to buy my first Navy Blazer. I want to keep it versatile and on the casual side. Any recomendations?
I guess it depends if you’re a fan of brass buttons (ie: like a traditional navy blazer would have), how much you’re willing to spend in total and what you define as casual.
Brooks Brothers’ “blazer” section has got a whole selection that’s pretty much what you’d expect. I think the most casual one is the Social Primer blazer, because of the patch pockets and the fun lining and contrast fabric under the collar.
But you could also maybe go with the Cambridge blazer, cut in a sack-fit, 3/2-roll and non-brass buttons. More of sport coat, in my opinion. No patch pockets though.
You could also wait a little bit longer and see what comes out for the full spring-summer line. You’ll likely find a few jackets in more casual fabrics (cotton, linen, etc.), although who knows if they’ll be more odd jackets than blazers.
Keep in mind that with all the blazers, you can always buy a button set and swap out the brass if you feel like they make the blazer too formal for you.
Jan
Sorry about Anon status - too lazy to create an account. Anyway, I just got a vintage brown Harris Tweed blazer with leather buttons. Should I swap those buttons out for something else? If so, what color/material? Thanks!
I kind of like the leather buttons and think they match the aesthetic of tweed.
If you were to swap them out, I’d just go with genuine horn.
Jan
Hello, I'd like to start off by saying that I enjoy your blog a whole lot. That being said, can all three button single-breasted jackets be worn as a 3-2 roll or is that only an option for some? Thank you.
Thanks. Not all 3-button jackets are meant to be 3/2 rolled. Lots of those suits you see sportscasters wearing are meant to be buttoned at the top — frankly, I think they look bad.
You might be able to have a jacket like that re-rolled/pressed into a 3/2 roll, but I’ve never tried or had someone try it for me. I just avoid wearing and buying such jackets.
Jan
hi kiyoshi, ive slowly added a couple great blazers/sportcoats to my closet, but i have a hard time creating looks with them. something just looks off when i wear them with my current jeans, any recommendations you have for jeans/pants to create the casual blazer look?
I tend to wear mine with dark denim, white denim, trousers and chinos.
If you want more daily inspirations, check out acutestyle, afistfulofstyle, survivalofthefittist, unclebeebo, funkypresident and acollectedgentleman. They tend to do WIWT posts on the daily that showcase a lot of different ideas, whereas I have a very static uniform nowadays.
Dec
Hello sir! I recently acquired a camel hair houndstooth blazer by Brooks Brothers from Goodwill. Fits perfectly, soft as can be, and warm as well. I'm averse to mixing brown and black—and I know you are, too—so here's my questions: would you wear this blazer with anything brown? I don't have any non-brown shoes, so I'm stuck. I feel like this jacket might be able to work with brown or chestnut, but I'm not sure. From a distance the jacket seems gray. Your thoughts?
Tough call. I think that when you look into patterns like glen plaids or micro-houndstooth checks, then you get an overall look that looks more grey than black and white. So, brown does look more acceptable.
But it’s really more about how you feel wearing it. I’m sure hardliners would say you’re doing it wrong and it should only be with black shoes, but if you like the way it looks and look sharp pulling it off, then why not?
I’ve seen some people do black with brown and I’m amazed they managed to not look terrible. But it’s usually because they really have some thought put into their look and how it fits — literally and metaphorically.
Dec
Been reading through your archives. Pure GEMS man. Keep up the good work. So you bought a Howard Yount jacket I saw. Is there a "rear" bias I've been reading about on SF where the front of the jacket is shorter than the rear? Thanks.
I’m not sure about that, as I haven’t taken a measuring tape out and compared. But I think given the fact that the jacket (the one I have at least) has open front quarters, it’s bound to seem shorter because of how the quarters are constructed. If you don’t like open quarters, then you might want to avoid the jacket. That said, I happen to like the cut.
Nov
Damn Sid - well done.
Made in Italy, this jacket is incredible. It has been created with a full canvas construction — the sine qua non of tailoring. The canvas has an easy feel and the shoulders are natural. Tailored for a slim fit with a slightly shorter body — if in doubt, size up. We think it’s pretty special.
Sid Says: “This jacket functions like a briefcase… I carry my wallet, my datebook, my phone, my keys, and various sundries, and it still looks great — it’s a workhorse.”
“La la la la / Wait ‘til I get my money right”
I can think of how to blow a month’s salary at Sid Mashburn’s online shop, easy.
Nov
Howard Yount navy summer blazer — Hands-on review coming soon.
Nov
CLAD x Caruso navy travel blazer — Probably will cost more than the plane ticket you’ll use to travel while wearing this. Still, it looks pretty great.
Nov
Fall-winter blazers now at Howard Yount — That blue with red windowpane jacket is probably my favorite. If you were looking to buy one of these, then you’d better act fast. Sizes tend to run out quick.
Oct
Wondering if you know where i can find herringbone blazers in 34 chest (5'7-125lbs). Price range $100-$350-400ish.
I’ve seen others mention before looking to Brooks Brothers’ or Ralph Lauren’s boys line. Cheaper and still made to the same quality (at least from what’s been said about RL). I think a size 18 in RL is equivalent to a 36S or so.
ADDING williamstelmach said:
RL boys is different jacket to jacket. I have tried sizes 16 thru 20 and XL. They all fit different. I have had the best luck with Brooks Brothers though. Loro Piana Super 120 fabrics for around $50
Thanks for the intel. That’s a stupid low price for Loro Piana suiting.
Oct
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 thrifting (ebay). What should I look for? I do have a navy unstructured blazer though.
I’d say a navy wool blazer would be up high on that list for me. Something mid-weight, 1/2 or 3/8 lined and with the kind of pockets inside and out that you prefer.
Then I’d try to find a good summer jacket. Unstructured and unlined would be the way to go, maybe in linen or a linen-cotton blend. Or madras, if you’re feeling colorful.
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