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  1. JohnG

    Shoes with higher arches

    Mr Shuman,   Have you ever considered going with custom made orthotics please?   You would not be hampered in your choice of shoes to styles or brands specifically with higher arches nor will you have to "retire" your present shoes.  Due to an inherant problem of my wifes...
  3. JohnG

    Lands End - Alfred Sargeant Shoes

    Maybe you gentlemen can help me out please. A friend recentally told me he read that Land's End now offers Alfred Sargeant shoes. I did a search, ( he wasn't sure if he read it on this site or another.) but could not find anything pertaining to the topic. Firstly, is this true? Secondly, I...
  4. JohnG

    trench coat/rain coat

    Mr newyorkbuck,  I truly feel every person IS entitled to their opinion sir. But stating : JMHO - but I think itd be hard to see one these days w/o thinking Columbine.
  5. JohnG

    Quality of Golden Trumpeter Suits?(H,S&M)

    I noticed Mr "johnnynorman3's" comment about price and thought i would clarify it. I apologize if it seemed misleading.  In my demographic area the Gold trumpeters range between 730 and 850 depending on material naturally.  But when visiting a friend in San Deigo last year the...
  6. JohnG

    Quality of Golden Trumpeter Suits?(H,S&M)

    You are talking two completely different classes of suits ( or three). The Oxxford is the top of the line for american made suits. It has full canvas lining, hand stitching, hand cut, etc. The H.F would be next as it has a free floating canvas ( or some have half canvas linings )etc. It is...
  7. JohnG

    trench coat/rain coat

    I am just curious about the black leather trench coat? Is it still considered stylish or outdated now please? I have one that I still wear (or used too, possibly depending on overall replys and possible links to them now being passe' ) Resepctfully, John G.
  8. JohnG

    Bracelets for men

    Firstly, hello everyone. It has been a while. I feel it all depends on the comfort level of the person snd the individual item. Too, as long as a person adheres to the "7 focal point" rule- does it really hurt? I personally have worn a midsized figaro link bracelet ( gold solderred...
  9. JohnG

    Buying bespoke or made to measure shoes

    I should have clarified that the shoes are what many sellers "advertize" as bespoke, which I assume actually mean custom. For example the "bespoke purple label shoes" ( if I recall) that was recentally on Ebay. I know many refer to Bench made with custom fitted shoe trees...
  10. JohnG

    How to shop for quaility used goods

    I have debated for a good while on posting this but decided -  what the Brell. I realize many people feel this is secret or priveleged information, especially with all the competiton on Ebay. But then I will also  bet the "competition" uses many of the same sources as well. I also...
  11. JohnG

    Need input from alden wearer's

    Thank you Mr. Bengal-Stripe. The web site I looked through was the  "Alden's Shoes for Men Specialists" that is : WWW.SINCE1884. Com This and your info helps a lot sir. Respectfully,  John EDIT> Is it common to be able to go down just 1/4 size? I.E> CAN one buy a 9 3/4 shoe size? Or is this...
  12. JohnG

    Buying bespoke or made to measure shoes

    From time ot time the mtm or bespoke shoes by Church, C&J, Lauren  etc show up on Ebay.  Some are new in box and some are used, naturally. More than once I have started to bid on them but ended up abstaining.   Naturally the only time I was going to take a chance regardless fit  due...
  13. JohnG

    Need a cordovan belt

    If leather is ok Allen Edmonds makes both a merlot colored and a cordovan colored belt in more than one style. If time is not important, Ebay has many discounted for a buy it now price of around 50.00 or less on the A.E.s. Also, if you have a T.J. Maxx store nearby try there. I have gotten...
  14. JohnG

    Need input from alden wearer's

    Maybe you all can help me out please. Where may I find size info on the different alden lasts please? Also, if one just knows the model number  will a current catalogue tell which last it is built on? ( I only briefly browsed the Alden website btw.) At present, I am looking at 2 pair of...
  15. JohnG

    Matching shoes and belt

    Mr Houston, If I recall, in one of Mr. Flusser's books he mentions it is acceptable to go one shade darker for your belt in comparison to your shoes. It is not acceptable to go with a lighter colored belt in comparison to your shoes. I think Mr Flusser even mentions that a darker colored...
  16. JohnG

    Are my shirts odd or am i?

    Evening gents.   While running my mouth and not paying attention I managed to get coffee ( naturally the nice dark strong Arabaic kind) on  one of my French Cuffed shirts last night. It was on the cuff and placket of the left sleeve To make a long story short I didn't get it soaked out...
  17. JohnG

    James spader on 'boston legal'

    BUt Cap'n Kirk is STILL a class act- even as a nut case attorney. For a heavy man wardrobe does make him look good. ( Mr Bill Shatner)
  18. JohnG

    What to wear the next few seasons

    While catching up on some work, the BEST part of me ( hey its our anniversary today I have to li.... er be honest ) called me into the family room to catch the style section on a hollywood entertainment/ info show. My apology. I have no idea of the actual name of the show. I do not watch...
  19. JohnG

    Ralph lauren polo - italian

    Maybe you gents can help me out please? Are ALL italian made Ralph lauren Polo sportcoats and suits canvased please?This includes BOTH Blue label and Green labels. I know that Corneliani makes the suits for Lauren but I am not sure if this is only a specific color of label. I did a...
  20. JohnG

    Cashmere sweater

    Pehaps some of you can suggest sweaters that will properly fit someone needing a size large and 36 inch cleeves? I know of only Land's End where I can get large long and a local store CAN special order them but ithe price is always (overflated ) full retail. I refuse to pay the price of a 4...
  21. JohnG

    Essentials for a basic wardrobe

    Mr BlvdDandy, If I may suggest- purchase the book by one of the gentleman that post here: The Men's Clothing Guide - by Steve Brinkman (about 19.95) There is a link to the website to order the book if you do a search of posts. Perhaps there will still even be a slight discount. I sugggest this...
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