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2/20/12 at 3:19pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by amadar

Passed through my local Marshall's today for the first time ever looking for some Robert Graham currency. $99 each.....no thanks. Dejected, I mozy over to the suit rack. MOTHER OF GOD.
Passed:
Tons of Polo II Made in Italy suits - various sizes - $499 each Good Pass
Ermenegildo Zegna "Resort Suit" (unstructured linen/cotton blend I think) $899 with $2000 retail tags attached. Not worth it
Brioni Tuxedo - $549 with $6500 tag still attached. I snagged this, and then realized the pants were missing. I scoured the floor and the pants rack to no avail (as if I was in a thrift store). Talked to the sales clerk about it....she said she was pretty sure the pants had been STOLEN.

That sucks

Loro Piana 100% cashmere unstructured KNIT sportcoat. About a 40R or 40L. This thing was nuts. No retail price on it, but had a marshalls markdown from $999 to $419......bad pass?
Loro Piana is hot stuff, and $419 is a fabulous price if you intend to keep. If you intend to flip, not worth it. These things struggle to sell beyond $500.

Kopped
Sartoria Partenopea Wool Cashmere SC. Forget the exact listed size, but fit me well so probably around a 41R/L. $300 reduced from $899 with the $2500 retail tag still attached.

Don't know if I'll be keeping it or not. I'll post some pics later. [/B]Decent score[/B]

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2/20/12 at 3:49pm

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Wanted to post this before Mainy embarrasses us all:

Brooks Brothers Khaki Sport Coat (42ish - nice coat for summer)

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Pringle of Scotland Silk/Silk Blend Sport Coat (44)

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First non-sweater item I've seen from them

Older Brioni Solid Navy Blazer

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Here's the real interesting piece - NWOT/NOS Battistoni Sport Coat (for Barneys) from 2004 (Size 50US)

Pockets are all still basted shut, sleeves do not have the buttons sewn on (unfortunately the buttons were nowhere to be found!)

Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

Not Pictured:

- Brooks Brothers Flat Front Gray Pants with $5 in the pocket (they've already paid for themselves!)

- PRL Made in Italy Brown Leather Belt ($2)

Left Behind:

Another Brioni Navy Sport Coat (46) - had a hole, some tearing inside and was missing a number of "Brioni Roma" signature buttons.

Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece Navy Suit (with LP Fabric - 44) - both shoulders were torn inside, missing all the front buttons and it was $45

Kirk Cameron

Also hit up Marshalls/Loehmanns/Ross/TJ Maxx, just picked up this BBGF tie:

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Left Behind:

A number of Missoni & Valentino Ties, plus a Versace (all $50 each)

Rag & Bone Black OCBD-style shirt ($80)

Rag & Bone Denim/Chambray Blazer ($200)

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2/20/12 at 4:41pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

Slowly trying to justify buying those....

Mcallisters are on the #5 last which AE states as being longer and narrower that its standard #1 and #7 lasts. I'm a TTS 12d and #1 and #7 last AEs fit perfectly. I spent over an hour getting a pair of Mcallister AEs to fit before the salesman figured out 11.5 EE.

TL;DR #5 Last is long and narrow--if you don't know how it fits you try it on in an AE store before you buy.

Good luck,
AB

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2/20/12 at 4:46pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mainy

epic finds coming

Enough with the suspense, already!

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2/20/12 at 4:59pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Imhoff

Place called "Well Suited" has some nice stuff usually. It's a consignment store, so prices will be higher than Goodwill/Salvation army type stores.
Was just there today and they have a mint pair of AE McAllisters in Merlot (10D) for $125. Some ties can be had for a good price. But have to sift through a lot of junk.
In fact, here is a link to their website with those shoes.
http://www.shopwellsuited.com/shop/Allen-Edmonds-Size-10-Mcallister-Shoes/

Not my size, but appreciate you posting listings like these, esp. since they ship. Thanks.

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2/20/12 at 5:15pm

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Went out to a couple of spots. Not much out today, but here are the highlights:

1x Brioni Tie.

1x Sulka dress shirt. 17.

1x Pringle of Scotland wool argyle sweater.

1x really nice "Monticello" for Nordstrom made in New England brown leather dress belt. 34. (I don't know a thing about "Monticello," but the belt was really nice and the made in NE is what hooked me.)

All Available.

Thanks, -M-

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2/20/12 at 5:33pm

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I think I speak for everyone when I say...

MAINY, POST ALREADY, I CAN'T TAKE THE SUSPENSE

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2/20/12 at 5:34pm

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Way too short . Thanks anyhow.

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Originally Posted by Cotton Dockers

Your prayers were answered, Andro. Found the rarest of all birds today - 2 pair of zanella flat front khaki dress pants, one 32x29, the other 36x29, both with about 2" to add in length. Of course, when I measured the larger ones I noticed two small holes. I blame the lack of pleats.
Also found an olive Donegal tweed sportcoat that smelled like pot. All available.

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2/20/12 at 5:34pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dichosa

Mcallisters are on the #5 last which AE states as being longer and narrower that its standard #1 and #7 lasts. I'm a TTS 12d and #1 and #7 last AEs fit perfectly. I spent over an hour getting a pair of Mcallister AEs to fit before the salesman figured out 11.5 EE.
TL;DR #5 Last is long and narrow--if you don't know how it fits you try it on in an AE store before you buy.
Good luck,
AB

This is actually really good to know. I've noticed that my AE size is all over the place. This must be why. Thanks!

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2/20/12 at 5:36pm

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Yeah, always consult their last chart: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/AllAboutLastsView?langId=&storeId=1&catalogId=40000000001

And here's a great resource for finding what last a particular shoe is on: http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/forum/showthread.php?64989-Allen-Edmonds-Styles-vs.-Lasts

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

This is actually really good to know. I've noticed that my AE size is all over the place. This must be why. Thanks!

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2/20/12 at 5:44pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by AndroFan

Yeah, always consult their last chart: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/AllAboutLastsView?langId=&storeId=1&catalogId=40000000001

And here's a great resource for finding what last a particular shoe is on: http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/forum/showthread.php?64989-Allen-Edmonds-Styles-vs.-Lasts

I was thinking the same thing after trying on some Hales at Nordstrom Rack this morning. Thanks, Andro!

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2/20/12 at 5:44pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Cotton Dockers

Wanted to post this before Mainy embarrasses us all:

Brooks Brothers Khaki Sport Coat (42ish - nice coat for summer)
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

Pringle of Scotland Silk/Silk Blend Sport Coat (44)
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

First non-sweater item I've seen from them

Older Brioni Solid Navy Blazer
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

Here's the real interesting piece - NWOT/NOS Battistoni Sport Coat (for Barneys) from 2004 (Size 50US)

Pockets are all still basted shut, sleeves do not have the buttons sewn on (unfortunately the buttons were nowhere to be found!)
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

Not Pictured:

- Brooks Brothers Flat Front Gray Pants with $5 in the pocket (they've already paid for themselves!)
- PRL Made in Italy Brown Leather Belt ($2)

Left Behind:

Another Brioni Navy Sport Coat (46) - had a hole, some tearing inside and was missing a number of "Brioni Roma" signature buttons.
Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece Navy Suit (with LP Fabric - 44) - both shoulders were torn inside, missing all the front buttons and it was $45
Kirk Cameron

Also hit up Marshalls/Loehmanns/Ross/TJ Maxx, just picked up this BBGF tie:
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

Left Behind:

A number of Missoni & Valentino Ties, plus a Versace (all $50 each)
Rag & Bone Black OCBD-style shirt ($80)
Rag & Bone Denim/Chambray Blazer ($200)

Kirk Cameron?

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2/20/12 at 5:46pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bytor13

I was thinking the same thing after trying on some Hales at Nordstrom Rack this morning. Thanks, Andro!

Yup, these are my dilemma. They are stretching naturally, but slowly.

Quote:

Originally Posted by toscano_adottato

Kirk Cameron?

If the Rapture is that satorially swanky, count me in.

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2/20/12 at 5:55pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Shiny

Not my size, but appreciate you posting listings like these, esp. since they ship. Thanks.

No prob.

The store actually offers way more than what is shown on their website. I almost want to walk in there and help them get their online sales up and going.

Ties like Hermes and Charvets(sometimes as low as $17.50!) that they could easily unload online.

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2/20/12 at 6:01pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Imhoff

No prob.

The store actually offers way more than what is shown on their website. I almost want to walk in there and help them get their online sales up and going.
Ties like Hermes and Charvets(sometimes as low as $17.50!) that they could easily unload online.

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