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boff · Feb 6, 2013

cciss said:
I'm a sydneysider that's new to the whole 'nice clothes' game and I've been trying to fill out my wardrobe. Thank god for styleforum. I've bought some nicely fitting suits and a rotation of fairly robust shirts/ties/PS, but now I'm rather lacking in pants.

If I was looking for pairs of rather slim trousers in white/dark grey/tweedish grey, where should I be looking? I would be happy to drop about 150$ on them, hopefully in more hardy fabrics so they can be worn a little casually. Cotton instead of things like wool perhaps?

Additionally, I bought a pair of Loake 1880's and they are great, despite being sliiiiightly too big. I'm going to by some olfe last Meermin oxfords and if anyone has any experience with a size comparison, I'd be appreciative. Would an 8 in Loake transfer to an 8 in Meermin?

r.e. Trousers - why not get them made up? Then you can specify exactly how you want them cut, fabric, etc.. As well as a couple of bespoke suits, I have had some lovely trousers made up at Matthew Lawrence's place in Paddington. Think I paid around $180 a pair. Also try a decent tailors. I have a suit in for alterations at M&R Tailors on York St at the moment and he seemed very knowledgeable (but I haven't got my suit back so can't vouch for them yet).
You will want to start a relationship with a good tailors, so getting a pair of trousers made up is a decent way to start.

Loake 1880's - They run a little large for me too. Can't comment on Meermins.

lachyzee · Feb 6, 2013

CHECKstar said:
Sounds great - I'm sure the free drinks will entice more then a few of us Melbourne members who regularly catch up. Speaking of which, we probably should organise another one for Feb, no?

On another note, I hit up the Melbourne MJ Bale 'lane-way' sale this morning before stepping into the office, here's the run down:

Suits started from $399. Most suits were $450, although I was told there was 'a couple' floating round for $350.

Heaps of odd jackets, starting from $250 of varying styles (generally the majority had flapped pockets) - plenty of the green Xavier jacket's, plus a few of the summer light blue jackets from this season.

Not much in the trouser department, only a couple of styles that I can't imagine going down too well here.

Polos were $30 each, $50 for two and $70 for three. T-shirts were similarly priced (maybe slightly cheaper).

Yes I also went down, I don't have much to add other than I was hoping for a slightly better discount than the $450 for most suits, which isn't much of a saving over the 2 for 1K deal, or the recent 30% off sale they had.

I think the $250 jackets are the best thing there.

Marbles · Feb 6, 2013

Hi Guys,

WRT a Melbourne Meetup, I am in town all week starting the 18th so would be keen to meet you all - I am playing the Australian Open so don't know what point I will be occupied with that until, but later in the week would be great if you could be so kind as to accomodate me.

Cheers,
Rob

Pink Socks · Feb 6, 2013

boff said:
r.e. Trousers - why not get them made up? Then you can specify exactly how you want them cut, fabric, etc.. As well as a couple of bespoke suits, I have had some lovely trousers made up at Matthew Lawrence's place in Paddington. Think I paid around $180 a pair. Also try a decent tailors. I have a suit in for alterations at M&R Tailors on York St at the moment and he seemed very knowledgeable (but I haven't got my suit back so can't vouch for them yet).
You will want to start a relationship with a good tailors, so getting a pair of trousers made up is a decent way to start.

On a similar topic, has anyone ever been into Emmanuel Dakis on Chapel Street, Melbournet? I wonder if it might be a good place for this sort of thing and would love to hear of any experiences. It is just up the road from me so I should really front up and visit myself but he is usually shut when I pass on the weekend.

This is the man himself here - http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-the-tailor-of-chapel-street-melbourne/

Geoffrey Firmin · Feb 6, 2013

boff said:
r.e. Trousers - why not get them made up? Then you can specify exactly how you want them cut, fabric, etc.. As well as a couple of bespoke suits, I have had some lovely trousers made up at Matthew Lawrence's place in Paddington. Think I paid around $180 a pair. Also try a decent tailors. I have a suit in for alterations at M&R Tailors on York St at the moment and he seemed very knowledgeable (but I haven't got my suit back so can't vouch for them yet).
You will want to start a relationship with a good tailors, so getting a pair of trousers made up is a decent way to start.

Loake 1880's - They run a little large for me too. Can't comment on Meermins.

what type of fabric and cut did you get in the trousers from Matthew Lawrence? this is the tailor in Williams st Paddington?

lachyzee · Feb 6, 2013

lachyzee · Feb 6, 2013

JimmyHoffa · Feb 6, 2013

Pink Socks said:

Is it just me, or is that a high button stance on what is, a short jacket?

Dusty Brogues · Feb 6, 2013

Michael Sy said:
Is it just me, or is that a high button stance on what is, a short jacket?

He could have an abnormally high belly button...

Romp · Feb 6, 2013

Michael Sy said:
Is it just me, or is that a high button stance on what is, a short jacket?

im not into it

but its the origami opera house in his pocket that I find annoying

boff · Feb 6, 2013

Geoffrey Firmin said:
what type of fabric and cut did you get in the trousers from Matthew Lawrence? this is the tailor in Williams st Paddington?

Yes, Williams St. Really nice chap.

Standard flat front suit type trousers, belt loops, no cuffs. I'm a bit funny about pockets, but hard to describe. I guess I like them big enough to take my wallet, nothing more, but just long enough that it doesn't fall out if I happen to slouch when sitting. Lightweight worsted (can't recall details), a brown and a grey. Summer trousers for when I can't bring myself to wear a suit.

I'd like a pair with fishtails made up next....

Purpletiesto · Feb 6, 2013

Hey all fellow Aussies. I've got a pair of Bally Scribes up for sale to fit US10.5-US11D. Wore them for 1 hour, they're basically brand new. Asking $250 including shipping in Australia.

http://www.styleforum.net/t/333551/250-not-350-as-new-bally-scribe-richard-bluchers-fit-us10-5d

Purpletiesto · Feb 6, 2013

Retail for $1200

Petepan · Feb 6, 2013

Purpletiesto said:
Hey all fellow Aussies. I've got a pair of Bally Scribes up for sale to fit US10.5-US11D. Wore them for 1 hour, they're basically brand new. Asking $250 including shipping in Australia.

http://www.styleforum.net/t/333551/250-not-350-as-new-bally-scribe-richard-bluchers-fit-us10-5d

These are really nice, unfortunately not my size. Solid no nonsense high quality and elegant, like wearing an Audi/Benz on your feet.

md2010 · Feb 6, 2013

Purpletiesto said:
Retail for $1200

Rrp don’t mean a thing.

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