I saw Skytop's products a couple of weeks back (print add), and I would pull the trigger right now for the brief/laptop/iPad combo if it were not so damn expensive.
Looking forward to reading what you think.
I looked at CSS, and was not impressed.
The basic suit made from a wool/poly blend is $595, and the price goes up to $795 for anything remotely decent. Your measurements are sent to mill in China, and the final tailoring is...
Several AE monks over the years have used the same style elastic straps. Frankly the shoe should have been designed slightly different, but all things considered, the new strap is an easy solution.
I have both colors, and love the shoes. My only grip is the rear buckle is a pain to get on or off. I know there is a "fix" of replacing that strap with elastic, but I am hoping to forgo that route.