Posts by Jmm003

Quote: Originally Posted by theyare  Bump - how would taking the lapel measurement change (or would it) if you were doing for a peak lapel?   Also, anyone know the width of RLBL peak lapels?

I received my BL suit in the mail yesterday, August 22. I have not yet steamed the suit, nor do I have a friend on hand to take legitimate photos. When I have both, I will post photos. In the meantime, I'll note my initial...

Quote: Originally Posted by evolved  THey quoted me +$200 for a full canvas sport coat......for a suit, I think it would be worth it, but for a sport coat I'm not so sure.      Canvassing...

Quote: Originally Posted by MeasureOfMan  Got my Blue Sharkskin suit today, and immediately hit the "return Items" button.  They totally ignored my instructions.  Armholes you could drive a truck through!...

Quote: Originally Posted by PsylentStorm    I recently completed the process to the point where I'm happy as I can be with the suit, having to go through a remake (a few of my friends also had remakes,...

I went with Black Lapel because of the half canvas and full canvas construction. Perceiving all other things to be equal, this was the tie-breaker for me. I really like a few of the Reda fabrics offered by Indochino in their Vincero...

I placed an order today (8/7/12) for a fully canvassed Charcoal 2-piece suit. To have the suit fully canvassed cost an additional $200, and requires an extra week or so to make. The standard construct/delivery time is approximated at 3...

Quote: Originally Posted by jbernard  The best thing is if you don't like it, they will remake it and make sure you truly love it. It not let them know and they will fix it. Plus they are based in new York not china...

Quote: Originally Posted by jbernard    Your saying the Vincero was better correct? You said it, but you are definitely comparing apples to oranges. Those 3 are all Black Lapel's Super 110s fabrics. you...

I received sample swatches in the mail a few days ago from Black Lapel. I requested swatches for the Solid Cool Grey, Solid Charcoal, and Solid Navy Blue suits. The cloth seems quite superb.   Compared to the Indochino...