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Dec 10, 2015 21:18:53 GMT -6
Post by devastitis on Dec 10, 2015 21:18:53 GMT -6
How do you like the Crosby? I thought about ordering one of those as their other fit just seems absurd. I particularly don't like how there is barely a breast so the top of the torso's look like 1/3 shirt. As expected with Crosby, they're bigger in the chest, waist, and shoulders, while being the same length in body and arms, which is perfect for me. I'm not slim by any means. |
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Dec 10, 2015 22:21:02 GMT -6
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Post by DigDug on Dec 10, 2015 22:21:02 GMT -6
Could use some input on suit styling.
I've revamped my work wear over the past few years. Got rid of the Carhartt look and now wearing a modern vintage styles/details (triple needle stitching, chain stitch runoff, with old school fabrics wabash, hickory stripe, HBT, chambray, etc). Now would like to revamp my suits.
My question - how can I get or what am I looking for to get a modern take on old school suiting?
What era (30,40,50's, Dust bowl, greatest generation?) What style? What fabrics (Tweed, seersucker,cotton/linen) And so on.
And better yet, how can I get it on a budget? Is thrifting the way to go?
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 10, 2015 23:35:12 GMT -6
Could use some input on suit styling. I've revamped my work wear over the past few years. Got rid of the Carhartt look and now wearing a modern vintage styles/details (triple needle stitching, chain stitch runoff, with old school fabrics wabash, hickory stripe, HBT, chambray, etc). Now would like to revamp my suits. My question - how can I get or what am I looking for to get a modern take on old school suiting? What era (30,40,50's, Dust bowl, greatest generation?) What style? What fabrics (Tweed, seersucker,cotton/linen) And so on. And better yet, how can I get it on a budget? Is thrifting the way to go? What do you wear suits for? I feel the old suit styles from the golden age really look like costumes. I really think a grey and navy with medium lapels, tailored but not tight. Not chopped in the tail, decent rise and you are good to go. |
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 10, 2015 23:35:28 GMT -6
Oh and DigDug my best suits were thrifted. |
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Dec 10, 2015 23:47:15 GMT -6
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Post by DigDug on Dec 10, 2015 23:47:15 GMT -6
brentkuz I wear them at times for court but mostly Church (yes I'm a bible thumper). I definitely don't want a costume look. But I'm tired of wearing a blue,gray,brown worsted wool suit. Been wearing that for 40 years. So I guess it's more of a change of fabric that id like and where to find that. TJMaxx, JCPenny, Macy's, BR, JCrew, the local suit shop..... All the Same stuff.
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 10, 2015 23:50:09 GMT -6
I always felt wearing a tailored suit wasn't about standing out it was more about being subtle and refined.
Tweed, flannel and wool are both great for winter
Linen cotton and tropical wool are great for summer.
Patterns I like pinstripe and glen plaid. I like bold chalk stripes but don't have one.
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Post by DigDug on Dec 10, 2015 23:57:27 GMT -6
It hard to explain but I'd like to look not so refined or businessman like.
A suit that has that stuffy edge taken off. I'm thinking that a fabric with some texture would help.
And also give me a winter (tweed, camel hair) and summer (cotton, linen) wardrobe.
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Post by Winterland on Dec 11, 2015 0:03:41 GMT -6
I love seeing someone dressed up in vintage suits. I see quite a few being worn around Minneapolis areas at certain bars, also weddings, events and casual. Musicians also.
Of course modern suits look great too.
They all show someone took the time to look good.
The opposite of sweatpants at Walmart.
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Dec 11, 2015 0:06:36 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 0:06:36 GMT -6
It hard to explain but I'd like to look not so refined or businessman like. A suit that has that stuffy edge taken off. I'm thinking that a fabric with some texture would help. And also give me a winter (tweed, camel hair) and summer (cotton, linen) wardrobe. have you checked out either SuitSupply or Brooks Brothers? |
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Dec 11, 2015 0:10:05 GMT -6
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Post by DigDug on Dec 11, 2015 0:10:05 GMT -6
It hard to explain but I'd like to look not so refined or businessman like. A suit that has that stuffy edge taken off. I'm thinking that a fabric with some texture would help. And also give me a winter (tweed, camel hair) and summer (cotton, linen) wardrobe. have you checked out either SuitSupply or Brooks Brothers? No. I've avoided BB assuming they would be to expensive. And just recently heard of Suit Supply. But I haven't spent much time looking/surfing (been busy deciding on the TS shirt  |
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 11, 2015 2:06:09 GMT -6
Stay away from Brooks 346 line. Fused and over priced.
Edited: 100% that outlet brooks brothers 346 line is garbage. They are all over thrift shops.
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Dec 11, 2015 8:58:58 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 8:58:58 GMT -6
Stay away from Brooks 1818 line. Fused and over priced. I think it's the 346 line that is fused. |
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Dec 11, 2015 9:02:39 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 9:02:39 GMT -6
The 1818 is half-canvassed.
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Dec 11, 2015 9:03:34 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 9:03:34 GMT -6
have you checked out either SuitSupply or Brooks Brothers? No. I've avoided BB assuming they would be to expensive. And just recently heard of Suit Supply. But I haven't spent much time looking/surfing (been busy deciding on the TS shirt it is pricey, but they do sales frequent enough to drop the price down to SuitSupply prices. |
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Dec 11, 2015 11:24:52 GMT -6
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Post by benjaminpersitz on Dec 11, 2015 11:24:52 GMT -6
Are suit supply suits fused or canvas? I want navy birds eye notch lapel slightly slim fit. JCREW doesn't seem to have that.
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Dec 11, 2015 11:40:03 GMT -6
Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 11:40:03 GMT -6
Are suit supply suits fused or canvas? I want navy birds eye notch lapel slightly slim fit. JCREW doesn't seem to have that. Both half and full-canvassed. |
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Dec 11, 2015 11:46:39 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Dec 11, 2015 11:46:39 GMT -6
Are suit supply suits fused or canvas? I want navy birds eye notch lapel slightly slim fit. JCREW doesn't seem to have that. Both half and full-canvassed. And fused. Their entry stuff is fused, with the option of half and their nicer stuff is half with the option of full. You are correct that BB 1818 is half and 346 is fused. |
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Dec 11, 2015 11:48:53 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Dec 11, 2015 11:48:53 GMT -6
Worth mentioning that STP sells US made Hickey Freeman on the cheap, if you'd like to avoid the dodgy labor factor of SS and BB.
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Dec 11, 2015 11:57:59 GMT -6
Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 11:57:59 GMT -6
Both half and full-canvassed. And fused. Their entry stuff is fused, with the option of half and their nicer stuff is half with the option of full. You are correct that BB 1818 is half and 346 is fused. Hmm..I'm pretty sure the Blue Line is all half-canvas. Read it here: Also, on their website. No mention of fused suits. |
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 11, 2015 12:14:53 GMT -6
Edited the previous post the BB 346 line is trash
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Dec 11, 2015 12:17:23 GMT -6
Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 12:17:23 GMT -6
Edited the previous post the BB 346 line is trash It is their made for outlet version, so it's not gonna be great quality. It's in line with BR and the like. |
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Post by brentkuz on Dec 11, 2015 12:18:39 GMT -6
Edited the previous post the BB 346 line is trash It is their made for outlet version, so it's not gonna be great quality. It's in line with BR and the like. I looked at them new and wasn't impressed. But used I see a bunch at thrift stores and they do not age well. |
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Dec 11, 2015 12:22:45 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Dec 11, 2015 12:22:45 GMT -6
No mention of fused suits. Most people don't come out and say 'we fuse!' Their cheaper, Sevila line is fused, which after their talk about canvassjng rubbed some folks the wrong way. Not a fan, regardless, but they do offer a decent value if the cuts work. |
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Dec 11, 2015 13:00:16 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Dec 11, 2015 13:00:16 GMT -6
No mention of fused suits. Most people don't come out and say 'we fuse!' Their cheaper, Sevila line is fused, which after their talk about canvassjng rubbed some folks the wrong way. Not a fan, regardless, but they do offer a decent value if the cuts work. This is my understanding of half-canvassed suits. That SuitSupply suits are at the very least partially fused, partially canvas. Dappered.com |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2015 20:26:45 GMT -6
Could use some input on suit styling. I've revamped my work wear over the past few years. Got rid of the Carhartt look and now wearing a modern vintage styles/details (triple needle stitching, chain stitch runoff, with old school fabrics wabash, hickory stripe, HBT, chambray, etc). Now would like to revamp my suits. My question - how can I get or what am I looking for to get a modern take on old school suiting? What era (30,40,50's, Dust bowl, greatest generation?) What style? What fabrics (Tweed, seersucker,cotton/linen) And so on. And better yet, how can I get it on a budget? Is thrifting the way to go? I've found a couple decent jackets thrifting but it takes a lot of time unless your lucky. I got a Harris tweed jacket at JCP a couple years ago and after having it taylored it looks good. An era design will look dated for most but you could go with a three piece for a traditional look. Paired with pleated, cuffed pants and a nice tweed or donegal. I think your in NE? If so, I was in Portland ME this fall and there's a shop there with the largest inventory of tweed suits I've ever seen. Not inexpensive but wow. |
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