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On a different note entirely...
Because I'm a sheep who does more or less what the internet tells him, I recently bought a couple of pairs of cotton-linen trousers on sale (you really can't start planning for summer too early). They were the ones touted here:


Have you got them yet, because I'd be interested in the fit. I considered getting a few pairs, but was a little concerned about the fit due to past experiences with Lands End.
 

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Thoughts? Insults?

For light pair of pants, preppy RL/Hilfiger look:
Light brown/tan brogues
Brown light brown suede monks
Blue Gingham/checked shirt, light blue oxford/chambray,
Blue linen blazer/Chocolate, dark brown, burgundy blazer
 

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Have you got them yet, because I'd be interested in the fit. I considered getting a few pairs, but was a little concerned about the fit due to past experiences with Lands End.


Yep, got them and the fit is fine/slim (I'm a 30" waist fwiw). Leg opening is on the narrower side, which I think is good for lighter summer shoes. Slightly higher rise might be nice, but it's also fine.

Only mild point of concern is that the sand coloured pair are a little see-through. White jocks are probably a necessity :embar:
 

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On a different note entirely...

Because I'm a sheep who does more or less what the internet tells him, I recently bought a couple of pairs of cotton-linen trousers on sale (you really can't start planning for summer too early). They were the ones touted here:

http://thesilentist.com/post/27054605380/its-on-sale-lands-end-linen-cotton-trousers

...And they look like this (I got a navy pair as well):



Any thoughts on what to wear these with? I'm a bit scared of the light-coloured pair; they're nearly white. I'd like to wear them to work (I work for the govt so no dress code to speak of) and also for smart casual.

Here's what I'm thinking for work wear:
- Suede or mid-brown loafers
- Tan bluchers
- Socks (no me gusta formal shoes without socks)
- White or light blue oxford, preferably BD
- Casual tie perhaps
- Light linen or wool odd jacket, nothing too hard-finished

And as casual wear:
- Boat shoes (no socks of course)
- Driving mocs (no socks of course)
- Striped/patterned (madras?) shirt, cotton or linen
- Polo shirt at minimum
- No jacket or tie

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I'd probably stay away from linen pants and coat together, something just doesn't smell right. But the informality of linen lends itself to something unlined, with patch pockets for a jacket. Shoes, something with some brogueing, and suede would be my choice.
 

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^^ One of those light cotton jackets can be alright.
One of those canvas sneakers can work with linen pants too.
 

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On a different note entirely...
Because I'm a sheep who does more or less what the internet tells him, I recently bought a couple of pairs of cotton-linen trousers on sale (you really can't start planning for summer too early). They were the ones touted here:
http://thesilentist.com/post/27054605380/its-on-sale-lands-end-linen-cotton-trousers
...And they look like this (I got a navy pair as well):

Any thoughts on what to wear these with? I'm a bit scared of the light-coloured pair; they're nearly white. I'd like to wear them to work (I work for the govt so no dress code to speak of) and also for smart casual.
Here's what I'm thinking for work wear:
- Suede or mid-brown loafers
- Tan bluchers
- Socks (no me gusta formal shoes without socks)
- White or light blue oxford, preferably BD
- Casual tie perhaps
- Light linen or wool odd jacket, nothing too hard-finished
And as casual wear:
- Boat shoes (no socks of course)
- Driving mocs (no socks of course)
- Striped/patterned (madras?) shirt, cotton or linen
- Polo shirt at minimum
- No jacket or tie
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i dont believe there is too many right/wrongs. but i can see variations of the following

work - id mix up the material and go with a straight navy cotton jacket with MOP buttons or a wool with texture/twill. Tobacco suede or lighter shoes. Shell plain loafers or perhaps NST. Shirts I reckon sky blues. Otherwise you can go a dark chambray or navy shirt and lighter jacket? They are quite a casual pant if very soft so id go tie-less, playful pochette.

casual - chambray shirt, bright linen popovers, L/S polo shirt, roll sleeve, plain white T with unbuttoned madras?, shoes can go adventurous with white and get some colours - Tod's colour wheel for inspiration:)
 

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EXCELLENT suggestions Romp and others
no worries

ps saw this jacket on tumblr for texture reference .. ignore the pochette....

 

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David Jones has their Jimmy Choos on clearance still. Seems like no one wants to buy them - not at their retaill price of nigh 1000 not even at the current price of 370. As supposedly well finished as they are (I do like rubbing the soles) they all suffer from a serious case of chubbies.
 

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big ups for Jason aka Henry Carter for quality wrapping of goods and personally signed note. customer service at it's highest!
 

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Anyway, on another note, after the initial run of interest the SF wiki has been forgotten. Please check it out and contribute what you can. I think if everyone here put in a favourite store or tip we'd be golden. It only takes a few minutes to sign up. I've already learnt about a few stores I didn't know about just from looking at the Melbourne page.

Link is in my signature.


+1. I'm mentally composing a couple of entries.
 

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Was at Myer Sydney at lunchtime today and all new stock for Rhodes and Beckett is 25% off.

It's not really to my taste although their suits seem reasonable for the money?
Is the R&B 70% off sale on in Sydney? Still a couple of days to go in Melbourne, with some suits around $300-350.
 
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