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post #12571 of 14860
11/21/12 at 2:58pm
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Question of the day.....What is the purpose of the 2nd buttonhole at 45* on the western vests? I have theorized to button just one button for work or quickdraw and others said for pocketwatch chain.


Watch chain hole so you don't lose your pocket watch.
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post #12572 of 14860
11/21/12 at 4:14pm
Anyone own RRL suiting? I need a new audition suit and I already have a Black Label suit which is great, and a couple Blue Label Italian jackets so I'm familiar with how RL fits. Obviously RRL is a more classic aesthetic, but how slim are they in comparison to the other lines? And how's the quality?
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post #12573 of 14860
11/21/12 at 4:21pm
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any RL or CM employees want to gift me some shit, and have me gift them some paypal money? DM me!

This is against StyleForums B&S rules, specifically, requesting to send a payment as a 'gift'.
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post #12574 of 14860
11/21/12 at 4:30pm
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Originally Posted by hoit1981 View Post


Hmmm, shame. I would have thought that at $400 it would have been amazing! I was thinking it would be super thick and heavyweight - like a shirt-jacket. I have a chance to get it for $120 - not worth it?

I think the shirt is great ... it is thick but not super heavy.  I live in California and it would be perfect for the winters here.  My problem was that the sleeves were too long for me, which is normally not a problem for me on their regular shirts.  And I tried it on during private sale, so it wasn't hugely discounted.  At $120, I'd probably grab it and roll the sleeves up. 

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post #12575 of 14860
11/21/12 at 4:33pm
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Originally Posted by Opermann View Post

Anyone own RRL suiting? I need a new audition suit and I already have a Black Label suit which is great, and a couple Blue Label Italian jackets so I'm familiar with how RL fits. Obviously RRL is a more classic aesthetic, but how slim are they in comparison to the other lines? And how's the quality?

I would say fit varies on what you are getting. Although RRL suiting can only be bought from a couple of stores. Quality is top-notch - I would say its up to par with RLBL and in some uncommon cases RLPL.
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post #12576 of 14860
11/22/12 at 12:01am
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Originally Posted by Saturdays View Post

I would say fit varies on what you are getting. Although RRL suiting can only be bought from a couple of stores. Quality is top-notch - I would say its up to par with RLBL and in some uncommon cases RLPL.

I'd agree with that. Most are true to size but some are slimmer fitting but not so much that you might have to size down. Depends on your body shape I guess.
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post #12577 of 14860
11/22/12 at 12:04am
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Originally Posted by Jagger_On View Post

I'd agree with that. Most are true to size but some are slimmer fitting but not so much that you might have to size down. Depends on your body shape I guess.


I think its more of the maker of the jacket and the jacket style, rather than your body size, since those are wavering and your body size really shouldn't be wavering too much comparatively...
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post #12578 of 14860
11/22/12 at 5:23am
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Originally Posted by Saturdays View Post

I think its more of the maker of the jacket and the jacket style, rather than your body size, since those are wavering and your body size really shouldn't be wavering too much comparatively...

Yeah, true. I guess where I was coming from is that if you're a wee bit tubby like me a slimmer fitting/cut suit often means you sometimes have to size up to get it to fit properly as your normal size just won't be flattering but that in itself can leave other problems. Having said that, I've always bought the same size in the suits I have from RRL so it sounds like you know more about this sort of thing than I do (which isn't hard to be fair). I was just trying to say that most of the suits I've tried on have been my normal size but a couple have been a bit slimmer in both the jacket and the trousers so its hard to make a generalisation.

I'd also agree that the quality is top notch. The fabrics are always really interesting that you don't really see anywhere else. I did try on the current tweed suit the last time I was in. Almost picked it up, especially as there weren't many left but I think I'll risk leaving it to sale time.
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post #12579 of 14860
11/22/12 at 4:56pm
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Originally Posted by Jagger_On View Post


Yeah, true. I guess where I was coming from is that if you're a wee bit tubby like me a slimmer fitting/cut suit often means you sometimes have to size up to get it to fit properly as your normal size just won't be flattering but that in itself can leave other problems. Having said that, I've always bought the same size in the suits I have from RRL so it sounds like you know more about this sort of thing than I do (which isn't hard to be fair). I was just trying to say that most of the suits I've tried on have been my normal size but a couple have been a bit slimmer in both the jacket and the trousers so its hard to make a generalisation.
I'd also agree that the quality is top notch. The fabrics are always really interesting that you don't really see anywhere else. I did try on the current tweed suit the last time I was in. Almost picked it up, especially as there weren't many left but I think I'll risk leaving it to sale time.

I have a question about the suit jackets.  I have a couple sport coats that were made a few years ago before the more recent suits were made.  When I got mine, they didn't have the fake button holes sewn in, so you could easily alter the sleeves and move the buttons.  Does anyone have experience with moving the buttons on the newer jackets where the fake holes are embroidered on, specifically in removing all that stitching?  I'm worried it might ruin the fabric.  I never could figure out why manufacturers were so hell-bent on doing that, since most people are going to have to alter sleeves somewhat.  

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post #12580 of 14860
11/22/12 at 8:06pm
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Originally Posted by Saturdays View Post

I would say fit varies on what you are getting. Although RRL suiting can only be bought from a couple of stores. Quality is top-notch - I would say its up to par with RLBL and in some uncommon cases RLPL.

RRL suiting fits little bit on the tight side. I usually wear 40R in PRL and RLPL, I had to size up one in RRL and RLBL.

RRL suitings are made by Caruso, which is same manufacturer for RLBL.
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post #12581 of 14860
11/22/12 at 8:35pm
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Originally Posted by Saturdays View Post

I would say fit varies on what you are getting. Although RRL suiting can only be bought from a couple of stores. Quality is top-notch - I would say its up to par with RLBL and in some uncommon cases RLPL.

Do we know who makes RRL suiting? Caruso as well?
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post #12582 of 14860
11/22/12 at 8:48pm
I remember trying on a tweedy RRL sport coat made by Corneliani a couple years ago.
It was definitely slimmer than a similar Corneiliani made for Polo.
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post #12583 of 14860
11/22/12 at 10:05pm
Does anyone have any experience with their Officer Chinos? They look nice and I've been looking for them on sale or maybe second hand but the smallest size I see (including new on their website and complex) is a 30x32. Do they make them in a 28 or 29 waist?
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post #12584 of 14860
11/22/12 at 10:29pm
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Originally Posted by Left Hand View Post

Does anyone have any experience with their Officer Chinos? They look nice and I've been looking for them on sale or maybe second hand but the smallest size I see (including new on their website and complex) is a 30x32. Do they make them in a 28 or 29 waist?

I don't think anyone here is familiar with them, honestly...


But I kid... ofcourse we are.

They are terrific, and the Sz 28/29 does exist, but a bit harder to come by especially after a sale... try to call a few stores, or Customer Service and see if they can help locate what you are looking for.
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post #12585 of 14860
11/22/12 at 10:34pm
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Originally Posted by stu00a View Post

RRL suiting fits little bit on the tight side. I usually wear 40R in PRL and RLPL, I had to size up one in RRL and RLBL.
RRL suitings are made by Caruso, which is same manufacturer for RLBL.

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Originally Posted by gumercindo View Post

Do we know who makes RRL suiting? Caruso as well?

There's your answer. Although you can find some here and there that are not Caruso, the ones that are Made in Italy are Caruso made, and yes do fit tighter.
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