When is the Next Brooks Brothers Sale? - Page 216

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Originally Posted by anakin 


If you don't mind my asking, what is your body type and what sizes did you get?

I'm about 6'2" and 180-185lbs (depending on the day). I have what I would describe as a fairly slim build (I'm a runner, not a lifter), but far from the emaciated-hipster-musician look that you see in some young men. I ordered the 16-36 with ainsley collar (i.e. BB's partial spread collar) and they are pretty much perfect for wearing buttoned up. If I was only ever going to use them unbuttoned (i.e. sans tie), I may even drop down to a 15 or 15.5 neck. I find that the 16 neck is a tad big for wearing unbuttoned, although I still do it anyway. But a slightly smaller collar (with buttondown) would be better for wearing open, IMHO.

Also, it's probably worthwhile pointing out that I have long legs but an average-length torso. It's possible that someone with a very long torso/arms may find the shirttails a little too short (i.e. come untucked too easily). They work very well for me, though.

I find that it's hard to find decent-fitting shirts with long arm sizes. I guess OTR shirtmakers don't tend to cater to orangutans like me.

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Originally Posted by Firefox 

I'm about 6'2" and 180-185lbs (depending on the day). I have what I would describe as a fairly slim build (I'm a runner, not a lifter), but far from the emaciated-hipster-musician look that you see in some young men. I ordered the 16-36 with ainsley collar (i.e. BB's partial spread collar) and they are pretty much perfect for wearing buttoned up. If I was only ever going to use them unbuttoned (i.e. sans tie), I may even drop down to a 15 or 15.5 neck. I find that the 16 neck is a tad big for wearing unbuttoned, although I still do it anyway. But a slightly smaller collar (with buttondown) would be better for wearing open, IMHO.

 

Also, it's probably worthwhile pointing out that I have long legs but an average-length torso. It's possible that someone with a very long torso/arms may find the shirttails a little too short (i.e. come untucked too easily). They work very well for me, though.

 

I find that it's hard to find decent-fitting shirts with long arm sizes. I guess OTR shirtmakers don't tend to cater to orangutans like me.

Interesting. I'm probably about 5'9" and 165lbs, and 16 is my neck size. I've had success with 32/33 and it seems like judging by your experience, 33 would probably fit me well.

The partial spread probably isn't for me but I think I'll walk in on Boxing Day and try to pick up some ESF dress shirts.

I'm totally the opposite, arms are often too long for me - not for dress shirts but for other long sleeves. And if I scale down the overall size, then the length gets too short. I remember those days in high school wearing A&E and Hollister - lmao the sleeves were at times long enough for me to slap people with. Good times, good times.

Thanks for the detailed answer!

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Originally Posted by clarksdb 


Last year the 40+20% applied to everything (I think).

Did the discount apply in-store (in Toronto) as well?

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Originally Posted by clarksdb 


Last year the 40+20% applied to everything (I think).

No, it was 40% off coats, sweaters and other things seasonal, but only 30% off suits and 25% off shoes and most other accessories.  Shirts and ties were the usual buy 4 shirts/2 ties to get a 40% discount.  20% kicker was then added on for December 26th.  I assume the discounts will be the same this year, but the kicker could be either 15% or 20%.

I have the BB calfskin belt in burgundy that retails for $128 and like it very much.  Thought I would add the chocolate one as well, but it's too dark for what I'm looking for.  So, looking at the $98 dollar belt, which also says it is calfskin.  http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Leather-Dress-Belt/854C,default,pd.html?dwvar_854C_Color=BRWN&contentpos=3  Does anyone know what the difference is?