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post #16 of 941

8/20/09 at 1:04pm

robin

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I assume Alex is still working on Rogues Gallery (I hope?).

I don't trust that ex Hickey guy.

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8/20/09 at 1:06pm

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Yeah this...!

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This sounds great. Can we pre-order that Marine sweater?

This is great news..I'm looking forward to it.

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8/20/09 at 1:35pm

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Sounds interesting. Though I'm more interested in them getting the details and fabrics right than in slim fit

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8/20/09 at 2:23pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wiru

Sounds interesting. Though I'm more interested in them getting the details and fabrics right than in slim fit

I'm always interested in both myself.

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8/20/09 at 2:25pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wiru

Sounds interesting. Though I'm more interested in them getting the details and fabrics right than in slim fit

I think at the price range that they are shooting for, the slim fit is the most that you can reasonably expect.

post #21 of 941

8/20/09 at 2:34pm

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this is good news imo

post #22 of 941

8/20/09 at 2:55pm

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I used to wear LL Bean all the time when I was a kid but haven't purchased anything from them in years, as their fits are traditionally huge and boxy. At the same time, I would never pay $200 for a plaid shirt; I don't think most Bean customers would, either. A Signature line would occupy a very happy middle ground.

A few thoughts, though ...

1. What the hell took so long? Lands' End has been offering tailored fits for years now, and they've proven popular. Several old-school brands have jumped on the fashion bandwagon a while ago (Woolrich, Wolverine, etc.)

2. Will slim-fit plaid shirts and buffalo jackets prove popular beyond the current Americana fashion trend?

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8/20/09 at 3:28pm

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Sounds great. I would love if he'd tailor up the Chamois Cloth shirts, which is a Bean classic and a personal favorite. An updated version of the original Field Jacket would be fantastic as well.

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8/20/09 at 3:42pm

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Interesting news. I'd be curious if Orvis would be moved to do something similar--they've been around as a company for nearly as long, I think, as Bean. Probably something in the archives they could refresh.

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8/20/09 at 3:43pm

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I'm very excited about this. I have family in Portland, and we visit the LL Bean store (the original one) the 1-2 times a year we're there. Typically there is not much appealing about the clothing selection, but this looks quite promising.

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8/20/09 at 3:46pm