Posts by Icehawk

Quote: Originally Posted by GBR Presumably you want to buy on line and not trouble to try them on in a shop? I'd guess Yoox since they usually have a bunch of Piombo in which case order both sizes and return...

Quote: Originally Posted by trigirdbers I have a solid navy blazer with sleeves that are pretty much at the minimum acceptable length so getting them taken up is not an option. This being the case, is there any way of...

Quote: Originally Posted by lee_44106 doesn't change the fact that they sell junk. I think that is pretty harsh - they offer a wide range of quality. I've been happy with most of my purchases.

http://www.gilt.com/blog/2011/05/16/...eo-kevin-ryan/ Gilt will now be offering full returns if you pay for shipping back - great news in my opinion. They are also going to be expanding what they will accept back to include some of...

Just received this from Yoox: Billtornade (or Bill Tornade) is a French company but I don't know much else. This is labelled a "S" and fits like a narrow 36R with high/tight armholes and very slim (and long) sleeves. ...

Quote: Originally Posted by VelvetGreen I noticed a reference on another thread to the 'elusive' 38L. Is this the most popular men's jacket size? In the past I've had to go halfway across London because only one...

Quote: Originally Posted by SpooPoker Note - I have the 2" version as I prefer it a bit thicker. Oh, reaaaaally? This explains a lot.

Quote: Originally Posted by 888style Tim and Fiona Slack It looks very basic & clean - in a good way. Not a shoe I'd personally wear but I can appreciate it.

I really like the jacket, including lapels & blunted corners. To me that is what shows (aside from fit) that it is bespoke. If I had to make a negative comment it would be to have a different buttonhole style and tighter armoholes.

Quote: Originally Posted by untungl They are made in China though. Bummer, I had thought all of their stuff may have been US made. I don't recall what the theoretical retail on the (US made) sport coat I...