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Originally Posted by iamthedude
Hello! Newbie here

I got a white shirt I really like at nordstrom rack 2 years ago. It cost me $30 + $34 for altering. Shirt fits really well but its now falling apart and I need to get a new one. I checked the local nordstrom rack but they didn't have what I'm looing for (size 17" neck, 36" sleeve, white, NO pleats or darts, straight collar, long sleeve, 100% cotton, preferably barrel cuff [but will accept french cuff] shirt). I checked ebay and they have a few shirts that may fit what I'm looking for but I'd really like to get an inexpensive shirt.
So where can I find a shirt with the specifications I'm looking for for cheap?


tl;dr: I am looking for size 17" neck, 36" sleeve, white, NO pleats or darts, straight collar, long sleeve, 100% cotton, preferably barrel cuff (but will accept french cuff) shirt for cheap. The fit doesn't make too big of a diffence because I will get it tailored to a very slim fit. Where can I find this?

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edit: shirt will be tucked in, not left out



Any particular brand of shirt you're looking for or any white shirt with your specifications will do?
 

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Originally Posted by Souper
I have an overcoat with extra fabric. Is it possible to add a breast pocket? How much fabric will I need?

I would think that would throw off the look of the coat but not entirely certain. Hopefully Despos could answer that.
 

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Originally Posted by Nicola
Suits are based on your chest. So in theory a 40 chest means a 40 jacket. Start with that then try things on.

IMO, the shoulders would take importance
 

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Are these boots leather? Plastic? Is it a stupid question to ask just by looking at that picture?
 

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Originally Posted by Trungtastic
boots.jpg


Are these boots leather? Plastic? Is it a stupid question to ask just by looking at that picture?


Looks like corrected grain
 

iamthedude

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Originally Posted by dragon8
Any particular brand of shirt you're looking for or any white shirt with your specifications will do?

Any brand is fine.

thanks for the reply
 

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Originally Posted by Trungtastic
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Are these boots leather? Plastic? Is it a stupid question to ask just by looking at that picture?


From this image, they seem to be in leather. The way they shine though could indicate some patented leather.

Adrian
 

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Originally Posted by iamthedude
Any brand is fine.

thanks for the reply



I'd go look at Bloomingdales and Barney's and buy on sale because they have what you're looking for.
 

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Originally Posted by onix
Looks like corrected grain

I think you're right, they look like leather but with an almost plastic quality. Hrmph, might be returning these
 

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There are a couple of shirts - mostly two-ply. I'm trying to understand the analysis of whether it is worth spending $50-75 to have the yoke reduced, shirt taken in, and the sleeve trimmed. As mentioned, they are two-ply nearly all from Bloomingdales msrp around $100. Thanks. If needed, pictures can be posted ;P
 

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Anyone know how Sebago sizes compared to fx. Vans, Converse, Toms, Tiger of Sweden or Schmoove? I am looking at a Sebago dockside boat shoe.
 

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Originally Posted by Abliss
Anyone know how Sebago sizes compared to fx. Vans, Converse, Toms, Tiger of Sweden or Schmoove? I am looking at a Sebago dockside boat shoe.

I don't wear any of those other brands, but Sebago docksides fit true to size. I wear loafers in 8D and my Docksides are 8M (D & M being the same width)
 

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