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Scotty said:

Do you think I have enough trousers/jacket contrast here ?

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There's definitely too little contrast right now as it looks like a mismatched suit. IMO, it's hard to pair an odd jacket in beige linen with trousers.

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Does anyone know where to get vests with lapels like that one? Preferably less than 300?



Scotty said:

Do you think I have enough trousers/jacket contrast here ?

Would a not solid shirt make it more interesting ?

The tie is a medium green knit tie, it looks pretty dark in the picture. Better with or without ?

I know jacket sleeves need to be a little shorter. Soon to be done.

Thanks.

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A more interesting (think, patterned, brighter colored) shirt would really elevate the fit. It's kind of boring at the moment.



dah328 said:

There's definitely too little contrast right now as it looks like a mismatched suit. IMO, it's hard to pair an odd jacket in beige linen with trousers.

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Disagree. The difference in weight and color is enough. My eye picks up on the distinction easily, which is what's important. Too close is when you have to take a little bit of time in order to determine if it's the same fabric or not.

As for the tie, keep it. Looks nice. A nice bit of texture for an already textured outfit. You're right that a striped shirt might make it a little more interesting, but the various subtleties and textures if you leave the tie are enough.

Also, a big on the green knit tie. I have one of those and love it.

Any advice on what to wear with this Tux Blazer? I cannot find any Slimane era pants that fit me. I need some help with what direction to go. Thanks http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/858/dh08.jpg



1337dub said:

Any advice on what to wear with this Tux Blazer? I cannot find any Slimane era pants that fit me. I need some help with what direction to go. Thanks http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/858/dh08.jpg

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If you have to ask....

Can blucher mocs be stretched lengthwise? Is so, how much?

Thanks to all of you.
I'll give it a try though I realize that a little darker jacket would be better. I'll be wearing it to a morning-afternoon event so I expect the sun help differentiate the parts.
About the shirt, would a blue gingham work well with the green tie ? I've got me a blue pin check, I think it looks good.
I'll post results next week.

Thanks again.

cptjeff said:

dah328 said:

There's definitely too little contrast right now as it looks like a mismatched suit. IMO, it's hard to pair an odd jacket in beige linen with trousers.

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Disagree. The difference in weight and color is enough. My eye picks up on the distinction easily, which is what's important. Too close is when you have to take a little bit of time in order to determine if it's the same fabric or not.

As for the tie, keep it. Looks nice. A nice bit of texture for an already textured outfit. You're right that a striped shirt might make it a little more interesting, but the various subtleties and textures if you leave the tie are enough.

Also, a big on the green knit tie. I have one of those and love it.

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dah328 said:

Scotty said:

Do you think I have enough trousers/jacket contrast here ?

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There's definitely too little contrast right now as it looks like a mismatched suit. IMO, it's hard to pair an odd jacket in beige linen with trousers.

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acecow said:

Scotty said:

Do you think I have enough trousers/jacket contrast here ?

Would a not solid shirt make it more interesting ?

The tie is a medium green knit tie, it looks pretty dark in the picture. Better with or without ?

I know jacket sleeves need to be a little shorter. Soon to be done.

Thanks.

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A more interesting (think, patterned, brighter colored) shirt would really elevate the fit. It's kind of boring at the moment.

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What kind of tie knot is this?



Achillus said:

What kind of tie knot is this?

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Four in hand

Besides the obvious, what's the difference in the result between taking in the sides of a shirt at the seams and getting darts put in?

Looks like a 4 in hand.

Is there an MC market for Howard Yount ties? I have two striped knits and one silk repp, and their width is greater than I'm used to dealing with. Lokking to get rid of 'em for pretty cheap



Van Veen said:

Besides the obvious, what's the difference in the result between taking in the sides of a shirt at the seams and getting darts put in?

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From my limited experience and knowing, I think that darts have a more subtle effect because you can't put a lot of fabric in them, they're good to finish taking the back once your sides are ok.

I have had shirts taken from the sides and that solved the blousiness in the belly. Now, if I want the back to be perfect, depending on the shirt, I'll put darts also (i.e. for dress shirts).