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Quote:Originally Posted by Pink Socks Should you then feel guilty for using Henry Bucks as a "try on" service and not supporting Australian business or lament that you you are priced out by the Australian retailer. I can see your...

Quote:Originally Posted by Pink Socks Anyone visit or plan on visiting the Henry Bucks sale? Took a look at lunchtime today. A few SF type characters around including one chap in a grey pinstripe (P Johnson Tailors?) suit with three...

Quote:Originally Posted by I am DIL  I think the seam is pressed open, allowing the shoulder to appear "roped", without any assistance from wadding. The seam allowances are folded in opposite directions and then ironed flat against...

Again, appreciate the feedback fxh and lennier. Will definitely stop by to have a chat with them. Just thought I'd scout ahead Their starting prices are indeed quite attractive. However, I suspect the $1500 starting price will be for a...

Thanks for the info fxh and lennier. Sounds like they are bespoke tailors from what lennier is describing. The 'part-way' done suit is probably the basted fitting. It is standard operating procedure for tailors. In that case, it makes...

I will probably check out this Melbourne based tailor in the near future. Looks interesting. Keen to hear thoughts from any members here who may have used their services in the past: http://www.pinstripetailors.com.au/suits.html

Quote:Originally Posted by jobro Its a message from the clothing gods forcing you to ditch the Sportscraft SC. Or to invest in a suit bag for safe storage.

Quote:Originally Posted by fxh  I know they hate people trying on shoes and then buying online. Still not a good enough reason to give shoddy service IMO, there's just no reason for that sort of behaviour. From personal experience,...

Quote:Originally Posted by tobiasj Hi y'all Has anyone on here ever had a navy (or dark blue) blazer / sport coat made up by P Johnson? If so I'd love to hear what fabric you chose. I'm going to get one soon, and after doing some...

Quote:Originally Posted by md2010 Gents, Need your help on a belt choice. I have purchased a pair of Brogue Shell Cordovan in Dark Cherry(Florsheim by Duckie Brown). I will be picking it form my post tomorrow or Monday . I really...