The official thrift/discount store bragging thread - Page 4174

Originally Posted by Randy 

+1 on the positive Z Zegna comments. Zegna's "diffusion" line is head and shoulders above those of others. In fact, I wouldn't quite term Z Zegna "diffusion" so much as a "secondary" line. In that regard, the comparison to "Chaps" wasn't correct at all, imo. I'd say something like this instead: "Ermenegildo Zegna is to Z Zegna what Isaia is to Gianluca." Even though Isaia craps all over Zegna, the logical statement holds, I think.

Originally Posted by FaceOfBoh 

+1
I recently picked up (and flipped) some heavy cavalry twill pants from the Z Zegna line. They were solidly made and I would have kept for my own use if they were my size.

Now what about the Zegna Sport line? I've seen a few pieces but my impression is that the line isn't that good nor quite as easy to flip.

Originally Posted by ChetBakerSings 



I'm not thrifting much lately as I get ready to move but had to get out today. Pained me to leave this behind at the store...had three or four pulls.

Originally Posted by TheODGuy 

Since I was called out earlier stating that I haven't had any "real" hauls, here's some things I've picked up along the way the last 40 pages or so....
Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show) Isaia Blazer
Isaia 7-Fold Tie
GA Tie
RLPL Navy Tie
Billy Reid Coat
Billy Reid Henley
Eton Shirt
Borrelli Shirt
Corneliani ID Shirt
LP Vest
BB Cashmere Sweater

Originally Posted by Timmah 

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Are any of those labels any good?

Originally Posted by Evil Abed 

Had a dream that I was looking through ties and found a bunch of Hermes. What's happening to me?

Originally Posted by ocooney 

These are amazing.

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Originally Posted by Brianpore 

+1 Z Zegna suits sell just fine if you're looking to flip them. I'd pick a Z Zegna up over a old label mainline anyday. The cut of the new Z Zegna I have seen has been very nice.

This suit below sold for $225 and I had the same model "city" cut orphen solid gray jacket sell for $75
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140898793766

Originally Posted by HansderHund 

I thought I'd mention that I did something that I never thought I'd do...start a blog. I have a number of topics I'd like to cover, including traditional Austrian clothing and street shots (both atrocious and tasteful). If there's something you'd like to see, let me know, I'll try to keep it updated regularly.

I received a number of PMs after I posted some photos from my last Viennese thrifting trip, so I'll probably include more photos on the next trip that I take (possibly next week).

Link is in my signature.

Originally Posted by Apollotrader 

Guesses on age etc??

 

Originally Posted by eazye 

Fuck, I've been passing up Z Zegna stuff left and right.
I did as well last year, however, it was before I really knew what was what, so I'll refrain from sharing the link.

On another note, the wife is out of town, I'm having some beers and listening to Coltrain while I take some photos of my Etro jacket I just picked up from the tailors.

Originally Posted by AndroFan 

I've never seen that label before, so I'd say either uber recent or fake.  This is the most recent iteration I've seen:

Originally Posted by HansderHund 

I thought I'd mention that I did something that I never thought I'd do...start a blog. I have a number of topics I'd like to cover, including traditional Austrian clothing and street shots (both atrocious and tasteful). If there's something you'd like to see, let me know, I'll try to keep it updated regularly.

I received a number of PMs after I posted some photos from my last Viennese thrifting trip, so I'll probably include more photos on the next trip that I take (possibly next week).

Link is in my signature.

Originally Posted by grendel 

I found the post:

 

http://tuttofattoamano.blogspot.com/2008/11/collars-dead-giveaway.html

Originally Posted by R01gt 

First post here but have been following this site for a while.  No really great finds other than the standard Alden and AE shoes but ran across this Ferragamo cashmere blazer today that I haven't been able to find anything about online.  Nothing too odd other than no vent in the back.  Is this anything worthwhile?

 

 

 

 

Originally Posted by Cotton Dockers 

Pics of the LP shoes:

 

 

No pics of the lady trying on pants outside of the dressing room, sorry.

Originally Posted by bpa 

Can anyone tell me anything about the Dino Baldini? I bought it because it was 1) Made in Italy 2) Fully Canvassed 3) Had Surgeon's cuffs. It also seems to have a lot of handwork, including handmade button holes. I've never heard of the brand before.



 

Originally Posted by Brianpore 

Found a pair of these a few days ago (dark brown and light subdued caramel). Is there a special name for the high slanted 80 degree pockets?

 

Pretty sure they are both store samples. Look & feel NWTO (you can just tell after seeing 1000's of jackets new and used), front pockets basted, basting thread on rear vents evident (not shut though), evidence of glued on tag that prob read "sample" which was removed but glue is evident. To list or not to list NWOT....that is the question

 

 

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Originally Posted by SpooPoker 

Why couldnt you do it on tumblr