Posts by minervau

I would say walnut Strands and black Park Avenues are a good place to start. Think about getting a dark brown shoe next, maybe something like a monk strap (the new Neumora is a good looking shoe) to add another wrinkle to your shoe...

Both jackets seem quite short. You don't necessarily need to size up in the chest size and shoulders, which look really good. But you're a tall guy, are you putting on a Regular? Try a Long if they have them.

Well, it's an extremely modern look, much more so than the conventional wisdom around these parts. I'm fine with the fashion forward thing, actually, but I think this is a bit too extreme in that: 1) The jacket length is very short....

Maybe try using a half-windsor knot instead? I know it's not the standard knot for a casual tie like a knit but it actually doesn't produce a very bulky knot if you cinch it tightly to start, and it takes up a bit more fabric than the...

Quote:Originally Posted by MCanavan6 After speaking with Luisa she recommended me getting a size 8 UK based on my foot measurements. I'm hesitant getting an 8 UK because I usually wear a 9 US. Is going a full size down common with...

Quote:Originally Posted by aravenel +1. Fantastic for the price. Jamison, glad to hear from you, and hope you're feeling better. Apologies if some of us were a bit impatient, we just like your products so much Sorry to hear about...

Sorry if this is a really silly question, but I'm wondering what happens to the extra material when an item like a suit/sport coat is shortened (I know, I know, not supposed to do it!) or when an overcoat is shortened. Does the tailor...

Obviously not everyone here can afford to trick themselves out in bespoke Gaziano & Girling or $5,000 suits every day. I'm intrigued as to members' take on what the gold standard for any given clothing item is, and then what they...

While I think some of the stuff they advertise in GQ is definitely a little ridiculous, it pays to invest in a good wardrobe, particularly given how long good clothing lasts when you take care of it. Overall, I'd say: Casual shirts -...

Just picked up a pair of black oxfords from the benchgrade collection. They are beautiful, high-quality shoes so far -- I'm glad I picked them up!