Posts by hpreston

Quote:Originally Posted by pocketsquareguy I wear some combination of these on most days. They are truely my essentials. What are yours? [[SPOILER]] 1) Blue Blazer- this one is a cashmere herringbone from Napoli Su Misura2) White Oxford...

Quote:Originally Posted by NewYorkRanger For me today: [[SPOILER]] Nice start by the Rangers btw...Nice look. Is that a J Crew shawl collared cardigan? I got a very similar (if not the same) sweater in navy for Christmas.Also, who...

This particular sport coat was a recent purchase off of B&S, the seller didn't say anything about shiny spots. Oh well, lesson learned.

Quote:Originally Posted by Unrefinery Sorry, man, the only cure is to get a new sport coat. That is what I was afraid of... Quote:Originally Posted by 12345Michael54321 If it's just the elbows, you could put leather or suede...

Are there any cures for older fabric on a sport coat that has become shiny in the heavy wear areas, elbows etc? Or am I just doomed to thrift it?

Quote:Originally Posted by blackstone Sorry to hijack this thread, but if the germal consensus is black with a grey suit, what would be suggested for a navy suit? i have two weddings coming up and want to wear grey and one and navy...

I second what JLibourel said, I recently got married and went with gray suits for me and all of the groomsmen. I went with a black captoe from Alden. The AE Park Ave, or Fifth Ave are going to be good choices.

Quote:Originally Posted by Diversification On a personal note, I'm going to be attending a house party this year.  I don't think there's really going to be a dress code, and I have a feeling a suit would be over the top for...

Quote:Originally Posted by Scotty You were asking about the tie, right ? Yep, I was asking about the tie, either gray/silver Brioni or Hober Grenadine, The rest (suit, shirt, shoes) is pretty much decided Thanks for your input.

Need some opinions, and I thought this thread was the best place to go. "Semi-Formal" dinner party with my wife's company for their holiday party. Like I said, the invitation says semi-formal (who know what that means, because I dont...