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post #3121 of 6393
4/16/12 at 6:13am
I should start wearing pants to my fittings then.
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post #3122 of 6393
4/16/12 at 5:22pm
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I should start wearing pants to my fittings then.

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post #3123 of 6393
4/25/12 at 8:27pm

Quick question on the Minnis 0500. I know some folks have funded their liabilities on this, but I'm only halfway through the thread right now so not sure how these turned out. I'd appreciate some views whether light permeability is a big issue. I'm grabbing some 0500 this weekend and contemplating how lined should the jacket and trousers be.

 

Given the casual nature of the cloth, am thinking 2 patch blazersuit... Maybe elbow patches if feeling dandy.

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post #3124 of 6393
4/25/12 at 11:35pm
stocking up on flannel for the winter
the green is not flannel though. impulse buy

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post #3125 of 6393
4/25/12 at 11:45pm
Where are the flannels from? Fox?
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post #3126 of 6393
4/25/12 at 11:52pm
no, most are dormeuil, although one doesnt have a selvedge.
one of the selvedges also reads mink and cashmere flannel. probably not ideal for trousers
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post #3127 of 6393
4/26/12 at 12:13am
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Originally Posted by lysandar View Post

Quick question on the Minnis 0500. I know some folks have funded their liabilities on this, but I'm only halfway through the thread right now so not sure how these turned out. I'd appreciate some views whether light permeability is a big issue. I'm grabbing some 0500 this weekend and contemplating how lined should the jacket and trousers be.

Given the casual nature of the cloth, am thinking 2 patch blazersuit... Maybe elbow patches if feeling dandy.

The idea of fresco is that it is an airy, open cloth. Too much lining will ruin that.
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post #3128 of 6393
4/26/12 at 2:25am

 

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The idea of fresco is that it is an airy, open cloth. Too much lining will ruin that.

 

I agree. I'm in Singapore, so airy and open weaves are necessities for regular wear. Am inclined towards unlined jacket (sleeves-only) and half-lined pants. However, I do recall reading somewhere in this thread about linings and canvassing showing through the weave under strong light. I suspect the issue is overstated, but always good to err on the side of caution and solicit views from folks with Minnis experience.

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post #3129 of 6393
4/26/12 at 2:40am
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I agree. I'm in Singapore, so airy and open weaves are necessities for regular wear. Am inclined towards unlined jacket (sleeves-only) and half-lined pants. However, I do recall reading somewhere in this thread about linings and canvassing showing through the weave under strong light. I suspect the issue is overstated, but always good to err on the side of caution and solicit views from folks with Minnis experience.

I gather you can get round that by making sure dark canvas is used (assuming the suit is a dark one).
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post #3130 of 6393
4/26/12 at 2:43am
500 is a very light grey, normal canvas should not be a problem. Don't use bold linings and you should be fine.
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post #3131 of 6393
4/26/12 at 3:57am

Thanks ETF, RogerC - much appreciated.

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post #3132 of 6393
4/26/12 at 4:04am
I should add I have a suit in 0516 (I think) navy blue. Don't know if the tailor used dark canvas (I forgot to ask), but I've never had any problem with it showing through. And it's quarter lined in pale blue - I haven't noticed that showing through either. I think people have mentioned that the problem occurs mainly in photos, especially when a flash is used, which is why it gets noticed on here. But IRL you'll be fine.
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post #3133 of 6393
4/26/12 at 12:34pm
I get everything lined. They make different weights of bemberg lining too, I use the lightest. My navy Minnis fresco in ~9oz you can see right through, my tailor used black canvas in it. Also, even with the lining if you hold the jacket up you can see through the lining and the fabric, that is how light it is.
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post #3134 of 6393
4/26/12 at 12:40pm
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Originally Posted by E,TF View Post

I think people have mentioned that the problem occurs mainly in photos, especially when a flash is used, which is why it gets noticed on here. But IRL you'll be fine.

If the sun is behind you, those in front will see the outline of your legs within fresco pants.

If your legs are buff, this is not necessarily a problem.
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post #3135 of 6393
4/26/12 at 12:46pm
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Originally Posted by F. Corbera View Post

If the sun is behind you, those in front will see the outline of your legs within fresco pants.
If your legs are buff, this is not necessarily a problem.

Prove it.
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