Posts by Eustace Tilley

That being said, I can't imagine how or why Chittleborough & Morgan allow Michael Brown to do this on the side (and very visibly at that).

It's an interesting question, and I'd be curious to learn the answer myself. If I had to guess, it's some combination of CATD being satisfied with lower margins (relative to other bespoke operations) and hoping to make it up in volume,...

The blue and navy look nice. Is that Acorn?

Quote: Originally Posted by comrade  That's close. But as one who actually lived in that era and went to an Ivy League school, it's a bit more subtle. Pastel clothing as such was not widespread in the late 50s early...

Quote: Originally Posted by comrade  Hmm. Negative references to NSM denote insecurity?   In the manner put forward by you, probably.

Quote: Originally Posted by comrade  Compared to whom? NSM? I would take it any time over Mina's confections.   So sensitive. No one even mentioned Mina but you felt compelled to take a...

Just a silly question I was thinking of. I'm guessing they're very similar, with the Trads focused on formal clothing from the 50s / 60s, with the prep look based on pastel colored casual clothing.   Anyone?

Quote: Originally Posted by Axelman 17  That reminds me. Sorry for the low picture quality. Just received my navy suit in 12oz W. Bill linen. I hope that isnt an NSM bump on the shoulder.     That...

Quote: Originally Posted by Cantabrigian  That suit would benefit from a little shape in the chest, or at least a little definition at the waist.   +1 - it's quite rounded to begin with, so I'm surprised...

Already have a suit in the 520, and I think it is a spectacular cloth. That being said, it's not the best choice for a conservative navy blazer.