Posts by Matt S

I prefer the double hook extended tab without the button. When I unbutton my suit jacket I don't want any buttons to be visible on the trousers.

Grey glen-plaid trousers are great with navy blazers.

Quote: Originally Posted by a tailor you need at least 4" or more in the seat circumference. I noticed this right away. But everything else looks pretty good. Hopefully it won't shrink too much.

Most of the outlets have mostly made-for-outlet clothes. Occasionally I'll find a couple Polo suits, trousers or sports coats, and even less BL or PL. Woodbury Common has an outlet specifically for BL and PL.

I'm a big fan of one-button jackets, and I like them to have notch lapels as long as it isn't for formal wear. It looks a bit tight across the chest in front. The lack of vents calls attention to your behind. What that jacket needs is...

Try Pakeman, Catto & Carter or David Edward. David Edward's Morning Wear range is the one to look at. Choose the horn button, not the cloth covered.

There's no way we can tell without a picture. Taking in the waist may or may not make the pockets pop out. It depends on how the seat is altered. If the pockets don't pop out with a larger waist, a good tailor will make sure they don't...

You are size 38 in BB if you are 40 in RLBL. As long as the wedding is black tie, the double-breasted is a good choice as it is not as formal as a single breasted "tux." Just make sure you wear a turndown collar and not a wing...

Search the forum for blazer buttons and you will find many suggestions. Navy buttons on a navy blazer usually make it look like a suit jacket.

Quote: Originally Posted by joshman 56 inches long ties. Who're gonna buy them? My ideal tie length is 55 inches, so 56 isn't far off.