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[Testudo_Aubreii]

Something that's always bothered me. How was polyester so abundant during the '70s, a period marked by a historic oil crisis?

You might find some answers in Susannah Handley's Nylon: The Story of a Fashion Revolution (1999). Despite the title, it's a history of all synthetic fabrics for clothes, and how they were marketed. I've not read it; but apparently there's plenty on the history of how polyester garments were brought to market and pitched to the public.

 

[mcfly26]

Can anyone help me identify these asics sneakeres?

 

[SirThopas]

Can anyone help me identify these asics sneakeres?

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They look like GT-2160s, although the proportions aren’t quite right to me eye - are they a very small size?

 

[ThomGault]

Can anyone help me identify these asics sneakeres?

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You're in the classic menswear thread. You might get better responses from the streetwear section of the forum.

 

[goalaso]

Looking at this used wool-alpaca overcoat, and trying to figure out if the creases and lines running through the (slightly fuzzy) alpaca-wool blend fabric are just from folding in storage for years, and will go away with pressing or hanging? Or if they are marks that are now pretty much permanent?

 

[SimonC]

@goalaso they look like it’s been squashed into a bag and then hung up. I’d wager they’ll come out with some steam.

 

[acconrad]

Casual corduroy RTW recommendations?

 

[Baked Potato]

All my gloves are rather classic in colour (different shades of brown and black). I saw a beautiful pair of yellow carpincho gloves that I really liked. What do you guys think?

 

[hpreston]

Looking at this used wool-alpaca overcoat, and trying to figure out if the creases and lines running through the (slightly fuzzy) alpaca-wool blend fabric are just from folding in storage for years, and will go away with pressing or hanging? Or if they are marks that are now pretty much permanent?

Agree with Simon C, get it cleaned and pressed and see how it turns out….

All my gloves are rather classic in colour (different shades of brown and black). I saw a beautiful pair of yellow carpincho gloves that I really liked. What do you guys think?

Yellow, yes. Also green. IMHO

 

[acconrad]

Got a holiday party coming up: looking for a sleeveless cardigan color…

- navy sportcoat
- white French cuff shirt
- blackwatch plaid pants
- bottle green tie
- black oxfords

Was thinking light gray sleeveless cardigan?

 

[Veremund]

Casual corduroy RTW recommendations?

Ralph Lauren Polo. I have beige and navy and I love ‘em.

 

[ysc2]

Best RTW suit options in London for £800-£1.5k. Just found out the casual wedding I am going to next Friday is not that casual and I will be sitting on a table with some business contacts.

Haven't bought a suit for ~10 years and none of them work any more.

Not Suit Supply, done with slim fit suits. Would prefer nothing too old manish either though. Looking at Anglo Italian but they are waiting on a delivery of suits which might not come in time.

I need to try on and buy this weekend to get it tailored in time!

All suggestions gratefully recieved.

 

[tarunds]

I have two queries
location: Brighton, UK
Purpose: All purpose

# Jacket
Looking for a top layer for winters in UK?
I am a junior doctor and my work environment is semi formal ie usually odd jacket with smart trousers.

I have a new overcoat I got made in Loro Piana fabric however am realising its a little tough to manage in wet and windy weather.

I also had a burberry puffer jacket which got nicked recently hence i need to replace it.

Some of the options that come to my mind are:
1. Puffer jacket by Rab or North Face
2. Parka: eg by canada goose or similar
3. Some trench coat and layer it underneath with cardigan etc.

Is there a better way to manage UK winters which are not that cold but can be windy and wet.?


# Shoes for work
am also on the lookout for shoes to complement the above environment and attires.
in summers i usually wear C&J Crawford penny loafers almost on a daily basis somehow they don't sound right in winters.
i do have light brown Chelsea shoes from Cheney but the colour makes them look a little casual that go better with jeans rather than trousers.
Thinking on the lines of EG Galaway or Dovers.
happy to hear suggestions?

 

[ysc2]

You could get a Barbour? With a zip in lining they can tackle the coldest weather you will get in Brighton and there is a barbour shop in Brighton.

I like dark brown pebble grain boots with a dainite sole in the winter. I wouldn't wear them with a suit (except perhaps a casual tweed one) but they will go with most other stuff and most UK shoe makes make one.

 

[tarunds]

Thanks for a prompt response.
Could you share 1-2 examples / links from Barbour?
i can see a no of jackets like wax, quilted, parkas etc and sleeveless gilets and liners?