The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

Klobber · Jan 31, 2013

ATLjon said:
Speaking of, I picked this up as a sportcoat, but now I'm not so sure. SC? Orpahn? It's a nomentano. And how recent is this label? EDIT: it's a 50/50 wool/silk blend, if that helps.

Thats a sport coat. Probably a decade old. Quite a good praiseworthy find. One thing I just want to add about Brioni: What is it and their fits? I get the impression, based on all Brioni finds I have had in the past, they seem to go for the roly - poly types - very unflattering. I avoid Brioni like a plague for myself, how many agree with my sentiment or am I biasing my opinion by basing it on only a few examples?

flatspotting · Jan 31, 2013

vlassis said:
This is the site we use for vintage: http://vintagefashionguild.org/label-resource/gucci/

There is a great listing from A-Z.

Be aware there is also a trend of people taken labels from trashed luxury designer items and sewing them into other items to fake. Ask the store what proof they have for authenticity. They should be able to explain and show using the web. You can also join the Vintage Forum and have them authenticate it. Anything we posted takes about 24 hours to get input from industry insiders.

Ciao, Vlassis

Thanks a ton for that reply man,

I will use that sites forum to ask a couple questions for sure - very greatly appreciated!

....... And now I have an other question.... I found a pair of loafers that are in pretty good shape but the insole markings are worn off - all they have is the markings on the inside - side of the heel, and I couldn't seem to get anywhere from google - hoping one of you pros can help

Here it is

What is it!)

eazye · Jan 31, 2013

Klobber said:
Thats a sport coat. Probably a decade old. Quite a good praiseworthy find.

One thing I just want to add about Brioni: What is it and their fits? I get the impression, based on all Brioni finds I have had in the past, they seem to go for the roly - poly types - very unflattering. I avoid Brioni like a plague for myself, how many agree with my sentiment or am I biasing my opinion by basing it on only a few examples?

It's not just you.

Dolfan954 · Jan 31, 2013

Klobber said:
Thats a sport coat. Probably a decade old. Quite a good praiseworthy find.

One thing I just want to add about Brioni: What is it and their fits? I get the impression, based on all Brioni finds I have had in the past, they seem to go for the roly - poly types - very unflattering. I avoid Brioni like a plague for myself, how many agree with my sentiment or am I biasing my opinion by basing it on only a few examples?

Not just you. I have a wider waist than normal for my body type, and the Brioni fits me better. I'm 6'3 200 but still needed good tailoring to get it slimmed down for me.

DanM · Jan 31, 2013

Klobber said:
Thats a sport coat. Probably a decade old. Quite a good praiseworthy find.

One thing I just want to add about Brioni: What is it and their fits? I get the impression, based on all Brioni finds I have had in the past, they seem to go for the roly - poly types - very unflattering. I avoid Brioni like a plague for myself, how many agree with my sentiment or am I biasing my opinion by basing it on only a few examples?

Speaking as a "roly poly" type, go ahead and send any Brioni in a 44-46R my way kthxbai.

ChetB · Jan 31, 2013

Klobber said:
ATLjon said:

Speaking of, I picked this up as a sportcoat, but now I'm not so sure. SC? Orpahn? It's a nomentano. EDIT: it's a 50/50 wool/silk blend, if that helps.

Click to expand...

Thats a sport coat. Probably a decade old. Quite a good praiseworthy find.

I'll defer to Klobber, but FWIW, if I saw someone wearing it, I would think suit jacket. The pattern is so minuscule that the jacket reads like a birdseye, almost solid. The solid black buttons also say suit jacket to me.

Cotton Dockers · Jan 31, 2013

Some recent finds...

Ties (all frome EBay, all N/A)

Barneys Cashmere NWT, BB Cashmere, W. Bill Cashmere, Polo made in Italy, T&A

Pants

J Press Brown Plaid (32, might be linen), Incotex Inco Chino (38) (both FF and Available)

Jackets

Polo Tweed (N/A)

Zegna MilMil (N/A)

Paul Stuart 1/4 lined Navy Blazer (42, Available)

Recent Zegna Silk/Wool POW (42, Available)

HF Windowpane NWT (42, Available)

Oxxford POW (46, newer tag but from '98, Available)

Minty Recent Lands End Plaid Harris Tweed (46, Available)

Vintage BB Mac (40, it fits, but since I live in LA if anyone really wants it then Available)

Suits

Corneliani Gray Stripe, FF pants, Dual Vents (N/A)

Paul Stuart Navy Pinstripe (42, Available)

BB "Hand Tailored" Brown POW (43/44, Available)

And perhaps my favorite find, a 30-year old Norman Hilton Tux in excellent shape (marked 39, but fits a slimmer 40, Available)

Peak lapels, single button, 4 button sleeves (a few might need replacing), convertible flap/besom pockets, single vent.

So to recap, everything other than the ties, Polo tweed, Zegna Milmil and Corneliani suit are available. Interesting trades considered. Also, cash may be even more considered.

46n2 · Jan 31, 2013

Back from da Bahamas and hit up a G-dub to quench my thirst from being away. Limited Reyn Spooner mele kalikimaka shirt and a 16X41 french cuffed Breee. available

BTW- That Coach jacket is pure dope and looks like da fellas have been killin it while I was away !

Fueco · Jan 31, 2013

46n2 said:
Back from da Bahamas and hit up a G-dub to quench my thirst from being away. Limited Reyn Spooner mele kalikimaka shirt and a 16X41 french cuffed Breee. available

BTW- That Coach jacket is pure dope and looks like da fellas have been killin it while I was away !

What year is the Spooner shirt? I have the 2001 edition... Good stuff!

46n2 · Jan 31, 2013

Fueco said:
What year is the Spooner shirt? I have the 2001 edition... Good stuff!

2002. Wifey no likey though

Fueco · Jan 31, 2013

46n2 said:
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Keep it anyway... You should be able to get $30-40 for it if it's in good shape. I bought mine just before Christmas for $20 from a seller that didn't know what he had (mint condition, never worn).

jcb9 · Jan 31, 2013

New Engladers I need help with a tag. Found this today for real cheap so I picked it up as a gamble. Feels like cotton and has wooden buttons. Anyone recognize this tag?

GMMcL · Jan 31, 2013

Cotton Dockers said:
Some recent finds...

Ties (all frome EBay, all N/A) Barneys Cashmere NWT, BB Cashmere, W. Bill Cashmere, Polo made in Italy, T&A Pants J Press Brown Plaid (32, might be linen), Incotex Inco Chino (38) (both FF and Available) Jackets Polo Tweed (N/A)

Zegna MilMil (N/A)

Paul Stuart 1/4 lined Navy Blazer (42, Available) Recent Zegna Silk/Wool POW (42, Available)

HF Windowpane NWT (42, Available)

Oxxford POW (46, newer tag but from '98, Available)

Minty Recent Lands End Plaid Harris Tweed (46, Available)

Vintage BB Mac (40, it fits, but since I live in LA if anyone really wants it then Available)

Suits Corneliani Gray Stripe, FF pants, Dual Vents (N/A)

Paul Stuart Navy Pinstripe (42, Available)

BB "Hand Tailored" Brown POW (43/44, Available)

And perhaps my favorite find, a 30-year old Norman Hilton Tux in excellent shape (marked 39, but fits a slimmer 40, Available)

Peak lapels, single button, 4 button sleeves (a few might need replacing), convertible flap/besom pockets, single vent.

So to recap, everything other than the ties, Polo tweed, Zegna Milmil and Corneliani suit are available. Interesting trades considered. Also, cash may be even more considered.

Dude, I'm DROOLING over those ties. Nicely selected.

Fueco · Jan 31, 2013

capnwes said:
Bills Khakis - 35/32

Beautiful... I don't think I could wear them at the price you'd want to sell. but if I found them at thrift prices, I'd rock the s$%t out of them...

46n2 · Jan 31, 2013

Fueco said:
Keep it anyway... You should be able to get $30-40 for it if it's in good shape. I bought mine just before Christmas for $20 from a seller that didn't know what he had (mint condition, never worn).

Word. Prolly will keep until Xmas. Just have to remember ! It is minty.

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