Posts by mikeber

Quote: Originally Posted by photoguy OK - I'll bite - what specifically makes a trench a trench? I'm pretty sure I know one when I see one, but I get the sense you guys know something I don't. I always wanted one of...

Quote: Originally Posted by Blackhood Best measure = Mathemtics Say a Bespoke pair costs you $3,000 and you wear them 300 times in the first year. Would you be willing to put $10 in a jar every single night when...

Ravazzolo and Chan - apples and oranges. I am always puzzled by members who are quick to suggest taking WW Chan or other traveling tailors route: Ravazzolo is an Italian brand, referred to sometimes as Roman style, same as Brioni, but at...

I would check first with the tailors about fabrics. It may be more convenient and cheaper to use their stock. If for some reason you still have to purchase your material, the size you mention sounds OK if you are of average size....

As with every garment, there is the question of quality. Shearlings and leathers are a whole world and maybe you want to research the different companies and their products before you buy. Unfortunately, these topics are not frequently...

Maybe its cashmere tweed. I am also interested in such fabrics, but think they are woven exclusively for designers. Most traditional tailors and fabric merchants don't have access or stock such materials. As someone mentioned, probably...

A possible solution for high instep is Alden's "modified last". They don't make many models on that last which is quite ugly, but it works well on my feet. With shoes you cannot play around as with suits or shirts. The best or...

Most "affordable" MTM programs are from Asian sources and they only take online orders. Those who offer fittings in NYC, although still made in the Far East, are more expensive. A three piece suit will probably push the price...

Quote: Originally Posted by in fits of print No secret police force with clearly identifiable outerwear can be doing a very good job. But since Yugoslavia no longer exists, after all, maybe she was...

Quote: Originally Posted by dopey My bespoke shoes are similar (though less pronounced). I think it reflects the shape of a last designed for narrow ankles with room for a broader forefoot. The expansion in the...