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  1. squelchy451

    Is there a "if x then y" guide out there on suit fit?

    What I mean is "if you have narrow shoulders, make such-and-such" adjustment or "if you are shorter than average, then make sure your armholes/lapels/etc is this way rather than that" (I'm just throwing sartorial terms). I'm a car nerd, so it's easy for me to talk to my alignment guy on...
  3. squelchy451

    Custom suit in Southern California under $1000

    Anyone know if there's a tailor that would be able to do a very basic navy suit for under $1000?
  4. squelchy451

    Shining shoes--should I get some chamois cloth or stick with old shirts and elbow grease?

    Hi everyone. I recently got my first pair of Allen edmonds and want to take better care of those than my old Rockports. I've usually shined my shoes using a tin of Kiwi and an assortment of old t-shirts and bath towels. Is investing in a chamois cloth worth the cost or can I get comparable...
  5. squelchy451

    Does anyone have experience with the following tailors in Pasadena?

    Hi. I picked up a nice wool suit from Goodwill. It fit pretty well but cut too baggy for my taste. I've looked through forum posts, online reviews, etc. and narrowed my choices down to Sam Hart, Paris Tailors, and South Lake tailors. Anyone here have any experience with any of them? If not...
  6. squelchy451

    J. Crew small-medium shirts

    Hello all, I am scaling back in my wardrobe and I have these J. Crew shirts in great condition. I can provide references as a seller on eBay and elsewhere as well as more information about the shirts I am selling. Prices include shipping to anywhere in the US. All of them are small and long...
  7. squelchy451

    How stiff should a garment brush be?

    Hi. I recently got a job where I have to wear a suit basically every day. I've decided to invest in a garment brush. Here's my question: For a wool suit, how stiff should the bristles be? I have one that is made of "real bristles" and is as stiff as a new shoebrush. I also have one that is...
  8. squelchy451

    Suit care quick questions

    Hi. I recently bought two new suits and started a job where I wear them every day. I bought this brush http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003B3YESC/ref=s9_simh_gw_p328_d0_i4?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-1&pf_rd_r=12JY0ZXR1MBK3PZYR0DE&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2079475242&pf_rd_i=deskto...
  9. squelchy451

    Need haircut suggestions

    Hi. Here are my questions 1. What is my face shape? I am thinking maybe oblong or rectangular 2. Since my face is longer than it is wide, some online guides said that i should go for a style with bangs (as to reduce the visible length of my face) or something that adds width. What are some...
  10. squelchy451

    5'10" and 31" inseam...do I have short legs?

    I couldn't really find any info on average height vs inseam. Is wearing 31" inseam considered short-legged for a guy who's 5' 10" Thank you
  11. squelchy451

    WTB size 11/11.5 black dress shoes

    Hi I need size 11/11.5 dress shoes. Black leather. I prefer really simple designs. No tassels. I've seen shoes with holes in decorative patterns. None of that. Clean and simple. Below $70 USD please. Thanks!
  12. squelchy451

    New suit help

    Hi I am interested in buying a "custom" suit (one of those internet things where you enter your measurements and you get a suit (ex. Indochino)). Is Indochino good? My budget's pretty limited (no more than $400). Thanks!
  13. squelchy451

    shoes forum?

    Hi My brother has this friend who knew this forum for shoes. I tried searching the web but the only one i found was this australian one and living in the US, it's not very helpful. I need to buy some shoes and I'd appreciate it if any of you could tell me of a shoes forum where they have a For...
  14. squelchy451

    Non-adjustable bow tie

    Hi Does anybody know where I can get bow ties that are NOT adjustable? I usually wear them with tuxedo shirts so that all of the bow tie is exposed and I do not like those buckles that come with the adjustable ones. Looking for solid black, neck size is around 15 Thank you
  15. squelchy451

    Levi's 511 cords

    Hi Are Levi's 511 cords warm enough for winter (think upstate NY Tompkins county) Levi's is having a 30% sale on skinny jeans today so please answer promptly Thanks!
  16. squelchy451

    Softer wool coat

    Hi. I bought a wool peacoat, and the outside material is too scratchy for my taste. I can't return it and I really dont feel like selling. Is there a way to make wool coat softer? Thanks!
  17. squelchy451

    Winter cologne for college student

    Hi Looking to buy an affordable winter cologne (I'm in upstate ny) Any recommendations? I have a bottle of Cool Water by Davidoff...would that be OK as a winter cologne? Thanks! Some of the colognes I saw on sale on SF include Gucci by Gucci, Gucci II, and The One by D&G. Would those work?
  18. squelchy451

    How to know if boots are right size (i.e I can't read: "POST QUESTION HERE.")

    Hi I have not worn boots in 9 years. I just bought a pair. I usually wear size 11 (not converse, just regular sneakers / jack purcells) so I bought timberland 6 inch boots in size 11. It seems a bit large, but I was wearing just regular socks opposed to thicker winter socks. How can I know if...
  19. squelchy451

    Shoes for rainy weather

    Hi I need some shoes that I can wear on days that it is not raining but are good on rainy days (so no boots..) looking at below $100. BTW is suede ok for snowy/rainy weather if I use some sealing material? Thanks!
  20. squelchy451

    Best socks for winter

    Hi Moved to Ithaca from Los Angeles. Need a pair of boots and socks. For boots, I've been told to avoid suede/nubuck and crepe soles, but is nubuck OK if I use some waterproofing product? If not, I'll look for boots made of leather and lug soles. Also, is sno-seal the best product for...
  21. squelchy451

    Shoes for snowy weather

    Hi Recently moved to upstate NY from Los Angeles. Need shoes designed for snowy days but are somewhat aesthetically pleasing. Thanks!
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