Should I or shouldn't I buy... (clothing item)?

http://www.flannelsfashion.com/Men/O...il-jacket.aspx
Probably going to buy it, anyone have any experience?

Originally Posted by Fuuma

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That is simply untrue or at the very least very tendentious. For the record Lyon has much better food than Paris and so do many Italian large cities. As for the buys well it depends, maybe for a 44-46 like you or I.
How many France-only brands/releases are there?

Originally Posted by e23

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Worth buying ? http://www.stevenalan.com/catalog/PA...5-c-1004-.html

Anyone know how it fits? Slim? Regular?

My from experience with SA (mostly shirts, but also one jacket, and a couple sweaters) is that they run just a little big -- but not enough to size down. With no return policy, play it safe, and go true to size. That coat looks nice. Though I would expect a somewhat boxy fit as it looks to be the nature of the coat's design.

Originally Posted by gdl203

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Yeah - I'm not going to get into the food debate but when I go to Japan, there is literally nothing I can buy or even try on. Very frustrating to be 6'2, a Eu 52 and 11 shoe size there.

Yeah, I know a few tall/big guys with the same problem. Actually my friend found some C&J (I think) in his size at some point and was like "woohoo, miracle". If he shops in NYC it isn't even an issue (think he's the same size as you).

Nice furniture I dunno but considering where the creative centers are for most companies I like I think I'd prefer the western european or NA choice (I'm sure they have some choice in Japan).

This says nothing about how I can't stand (most? all?) SE asian social structures and norms (no hate, just not for me).

Originally Posted by KitAkira

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How many France-only brands/releases are there?
Why should it matter to me? I was never a sneaker collector and most of these "blabla only" are lame or brands afterthoughts. What is important is how much buyers in brand and general stores know their markets and I tend to fit in the market of a few stores in Paris. The selection is way better in Japan but in reality I don't need that much nowadays beside: -MMM -Lanvin (most of it sucks) -Ann D -RO -some SS -good shoemakers If I'm realistic I'd say Brussells and Antwerp are ideal shopping places for me...best prices and selection and I enjoy being there. For the record what is available is often surprising; the best CCP selection used to be in Moscow...

The reality is that the Japanese do a fantastic job at studying and analyzing Western style and fashion, to then recreate the best classic styles with excellent fabrics, fit and make quality. Obviously "Take Ivy" and the trad style, then followed by American workwear / Americana, are some of the most common influences here. Which makes the whole W&H vs wjk comparison funny in a way. And that trickles down to mass retail as well - what is Uniqlo if not a better made, better fitting interpretation of GAP? But even outside of the realm of SW&D style, a number of Japanese designers draw major influences from European fashion designers, particularly from French fashion and particularly for womenswear. In the MC arena, Japanese style and labels are split between adulation of Southern Italian style and Ivy League / J. Press trad.

It's of course a major generalization and, as such, many holes can be poked in it.

Originally Posted by gdl203

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The reality is that the Japanese do a fantastic job at studying and analyzing Western style and fashion, to then recreate the best classic styles with excellent fabrics, fit and make quality. Obviously "Take Ivy" and the trad style, then followed by American workwear / Americana, are some of the most common influences here. Which makes the whole W&H vs wjk comparison funny in a way. And that trickles down to mass retail as well - what is Uniqlo if not a better made, better fitting interpretation of GAP? But even outside of the realm of SW&D style, a number of Japanese designers draw major influences from European fashion designers, particularly from French fashion and particularly for womenswear. In the MC arena, Japanese style and labels are split between adulation of Southern Italian style and Ivy League / J. Press trad. It's of course a major generalization and, as such, many holes can be poked in it.
One of them being that "french fashion" is usually designed by people from outside of France, including Italians, Americans, etc but I get what you mean. I like the crazy japanese brands though, stuff like this (or many CDG collections): http://www.stylezeitgeist.com/forums...ead.php?t=7478

Originally Posted by gdl203

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The reality is that the Japanese do a fantastic job at studying and analyzing Western style and fashion, to then recreate the best classic styles with excellent fabrics, fit and make quality. Obviously "Take Ivy" and the trad style, then followed by American workwear / Americana, are some of the most common influences here. Which makes the whole W&H vs wjk comparison funny in a way. And that trickles down to mass retail as well - what is Uniqlo if not a better made, better fitting interpretation of GAP? But even outside of the realm of SW&D style, a number of Japanese designers draw major influences from European fashion designers, particularly from French fashion and particularly for womenswear. In the MC arena, Japanese style and labels are split between adulation of Southern Italian style and Ivy League / J. Press trad.

It's of course a major generalization and, as such, many holes can be poked in it.

This is why I don't like most japanese brands.

in the market for boots and can't decide between these Chippewas or Wolverine Ascots Chippewa (same maker of the Katahdin boots that's pretty popular here) Wolverine Ascot

Dijon, I prefer the second ones you posted, but I'm basing that on what would look better on me

Now..What do you guys think of these?

Originally Posted by gdl203

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The reality is that the Japanese do a fantastic job at studying and analyzing Western style and fashion, to then recreate the best classic styles with excellent fabrics, fit and make quality. Obviously "Take Ivy" and the trad style, then followed by American workwear / Americana, are some of the most common influences here. Which makes the whole W&H vs wjk comparison funny in a way. And that trickles down to mass retail as well - what is Uniqlo if not a better made, better fitting interpretation of GAP? But even outside of the realm of SW&D style, a number of Japanese designers draw major influences from European fashion designers, particularly from French fashion and particularly for womenswear. In the MC arena, Japanese style and labels are split between adulation of Southern Italian style and Ivy League / J. Press trad.

It's of course a major generalization and, as such, many holes can be poked in it.

also cars, consumer electronics, etc...

Originally Posted by liamh

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Dijon, I prefer the second ones you posted, but I'm basing that on what would look better on me

Now..What do you guys think of these?

terrible

What do I think of them? I think my eyes just got fucked with a fashion aids dick.

Originally Posted by TheD0n

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I am not familiar with epaulet's site. Could you please link me to these pics?

http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/t...Zip-Car/Detail

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Sizing on diemme?