Posts by Itsuo

Quote:Originally Posted by East Coaster but to specifications for the US market set by the US market .  Best Cotton shirting is definitely from Europe / Asia No one said it wasn't?

These are great recommendations. Does anyone know a good tailor? I've got a Mackintosh I'd like to have the sleeves shortened on. Thanks.

I have actually gone for no-vent most of the time with my bespoke orders.  I did it at first because I thought it would silhouette better than vents, I read this is why black-tie wear is often without vents.  But in all...

I saw some Derek Rose offerings on Mrporter.com amd they look great. I seem to remember Drakes used to offer some great looking sleep wear but that appears to be over now. I'm new to this and particularly interested in a very warm house...

Quote: Originally Posted by East Coaster    Does the USA have the mindset to make high quality cotton shirting?  The Walmart culture the nation exhibits for mass manufacturing - cheaper is better -...

That's a lot of options.  I used atailoredsuit.com several years ago and I still wear the shirts regularly.  But they're showing their age with very light fraying around the cuff etc.  I'm drawing a blank on what they...

I'm considering the idea of ordering bespoke trousers.  I usually wear the incotex comfortchino but I have so much trouble finding them in a color I want and also in the right size that I might just convert.     Is...

Quote: Originally Posted by AeroCarl  I would also recommend a few books.  Alan Flusser's "Dressing The Man" and Nicholas Antongiavanni's "The Suit" are excellent places to start.  Here's a thread that...

I'm in the same boat,  I have a bit of a wide foot so that adds another layer of difficulty for me.  I'm currently considering the AS Ramsey.  Anyone have any thoughts about those? Currently on sale over at...

Quote: Originally Posted by Joker Man  I don't fly commercial and was wondering whether they supply you with disposible slippers  and seats to change your shoes.And do those TSA workers make sure the floor is...