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MTB-85 said:

I know the shoes are below SF standards -

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I would have liked a better sole, but I really like the design, and the future mrs. said that they were the best of the ones I had to pick from... Out of which some were suede... and most were cap toes or wingtips..... 


The belt is the correct width for a "dress" belt. It is not "streetwear" size...

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wrong colour...

MTB-85 - yes I think it's too matchy matchy, and too much navy. If you're having a green theme, how about this green seersucker bow, and maybe just a plain white ps. Also, I'd go for black shoes and belt.

Any thoughts...

I've tried on alot of suits the past few weeks and even had one Made to Measure.
From Brooks Brothers, Armani, Joseph Abboud, Z Zegna, Boss Black... And I even bought a Made to Measure Thick as Thieves suit which came out incredibly wrong beyond repair and unwearable but they were nice enough to REFUND my money. The owner took my measurements in person so it was their fought. I was extremely disappointed because I was so looking forward to this suit, but at the very least I want to GIVE Thick as Thieves PROPS for refunding me. THANK YOU!!!

That being said... I know everyone here for the most part does NOT like Boss suits... but the Suit that so far fits me best is the Boss Black Jam Sharp.

And at this point I want to buy it (it will be on sale for about $500) but everyone keeps saying don't buy Boss. Any thoughts?

Also there Boss Black has a similar cut suit called the Hour / Sharp (Dark Grey) that is normally $1,000 on sale for $660.
http://store-us.hugoboss.com/mens-suits/traveler-collection/hour-sharp-two-button-suit/hbna50219894,en_US,pd.html&cgid=21100#!i%3D5%26color%3D021_Dark-Grey

And I like the Hour / Jam even more then the Boss NAVY since I'm looking for Dark Grey / Charcoal.

So does anyone have a good Boss story that could re-assure me to buy it or should I just run away from Boss?

What I'm thinking is BOSS makes really good fitting suits and good style... but perhaps the quality is NOT good and doesn't last?
Is that why so many do NOT like BOSS?

Thanks~

I recently bought a pair of suede loafers from BM, which were half a size too big (compared to my usual size UK6) but they fit snugly when purchased. Now, especially after I have put in shoe trees (woodlore's ultra S), they have expanded to the point of being uncomfortable. My other shoes (leather loafers from moreschi) have also experienced the same expansion, though not as severe. Other than utilizing insoles, is there any way of 'shrinking' the shoes and prevent the heel area from expanding or will they adapt to my feet as time goes by?

Thanks in advance.

"boat shoes" do these need to be worn with socks?

I've got sweaty feet so soles get destroyed but even with socks, it seems even worse.

That's not the purpose of my post but I wanted to mention that too in case someone had a fix.

Should you wear socks or not?

Gratzi



ivyshaw said:

I have a question here. Maybe someone would not mind to give me a hand? What's the difference between bespoke suits and made-to-measure garment? Any help is appreciated.

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MTM just plugs your measurements into modifying an existing pattern or into a computer drafting system then produces the entire garment from that pattern. Bespoke is a much more involved process which involves drafting a pattern from scratch by hand, and basting the fabric together for at least one fitting (sometimes more) and making adjustments to the fit before finalising the garment. Bespoke also tends to use more handwork and higher quality construction, rather than industrial/factory methods, though this is not always the case (some MTM is very high quality).

Hey guys, I can not decide which shoes should I buy. Priorities - versatility and it should be mostly for casual wear. I have two shoes in my scope, please check it and let me know what you think. Thanks a lot.
http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/men's-sho...rby-shoes?q=gbpdefault||MF057STN|||||||||||||

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/men's-sho...gue-shoes?q=gbpdefault||MD009NTL|||||||||||||



SlimJohny said:

Hey guys, I can not decide which shoes should I buy. Priorities - versatility and it should be mostly for casual wear. I have two shoes in my scope, please check it and let me know what you think. Thanks a lot.
http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/men's-sho...rby-shoes?q=gbpdefault||MF057STN|||||||||||||
http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/men's-sho...gue-shoes?q=gbpdefault||MD009NTL|||||||||||||

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The first ones are very casual ..

The second pair is more versatile..

What do you want them for?

I will go for numero due..



lasbar said:

The first ones are very casual ..
The second pair is more versatile..
What do you want them for?
I will go for numero due..

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lasbar said:

The first ones are very casual ..
The second pair is more versatile..
What do you want them for?
I will go for numero due..

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I'd probably say the opposite tbh. They are both pretty casual, but the mid-brown colour of the first is pretty versatile, whereas the stone colour and red soles of the second pair would be less versatile.

Thanks a lot for the comments. Well, the shoes should be for everyday wear - mostly to school. I usually wear chinos or jeans, paired with shirt or polo (in colder weather sweater or jacket). Until now I used black oxfords as my main shoes, but it is not very comfortable and way too formal, so I need some casual yet stylish alternative.

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/men's-sho...on-Derby-shoes?q=gbpdefault||MD004BRN|||||421,||||||||



Stone34 said:

What I'm thinking is BOSS makes really good fitting suits and good style... but perhaps the quality is NOT good and doesn't last?
Is that why so many do NOT like BOSS?

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That's basically it - the quality doesn't approach the retail price tag. There is plenty on this if you search through the older threads. I actually own the Jam/Sharp model myself, but I don't feel too bad because I didn't know better and it only cost me $350. I still get occasional use out of it, but the quality is laughable compared to suits I could have paid modestly more for. I would urge you to dig through some older threads, such as this one.

I recently bought a pair of suede loafers from BM, which were half a size too big (compared to my usual size UK6) but they fit snugly when purchased. Now, especially after I have put in shoe trees (woodlore's ultra S), they have expanded to the point of being uncomfortable. My other shoes (leather loafers from moreschi) have also experienced the same expansion, though not as severe. Other than utilizing insoles, is there any way of 'shrinking' the shoes and prevent the heel area from expanding or will they adapt to my feet as time goes by?

Thanks in advance.