The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

[Mr_Elusive]

I PM'd DM7 about a few things he posted and he gave me reasonable prices that I had no problem paying. The stuff just wasn't my size.

 

[catside]



Thanks. I got them at Alden of Carmel.

I am so jealous that I decided to get in to a flurry of selling activity of my backlog and after I reach to wherever that price point is to drive to ShoeMart. I'm just afraid I won't be able to get out with just boots.

I personally want to see the pics of what DM found BTW; everybody is selling here anyway. I have gotten to accept the change.

Today all I got is a pair of shoe trees, a woolen Marks and Spencer scarf since I lost my Press cashmere. Oh also a battery operated wine vacuum stopper thingy. Passed Bally loafers bc too small and I have too much of a backlog to sell.

 

[tonylumpkin]

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

I will say this. I have gotten to know DM7 quite well over the past few weeks / months and there is nothing about his activities that indicate he is doing anything different from our own bargain hunting activities. We would all be doing what he is doing given time and inclination. He is a very resourceful bargain hunter no questions asked.
I do not see the same level of criticism leveled to others that offer a proxy. Hilarious!

If another member offered the same proxy deal, nobody would have shaken two ***** about it other than perhaps lukewarm applause and a truckload of PM's. Perhaps the more paranoid amongst us will presume the proxy prices include an implicit markup - although I doubt it in DM7's case. The prices quoted are not bad at all and pretty reasonable.
I got a PM from a fellow that suggested a proxy from TJMaxx involving a Kiton suit in my size. He was not screwing around, showed me pics and everything. Sadly the suit was $1.5K but I still think he was a jolly good fellow for taking the time out to contact me. I think we should appreciate those that do favors, not condemn them. To raise issues like "oh thats not thrifting" or "he is trying to peddle his **** here rather than take a dump in eBay" is not necessary. That is just jumping the gun.
I am well prepared to defend someone whom is willing to cut some folks a deal.
I have had my issues with the concept of reselling at large markup in this thread. I have had severe issues with people overpricing basic thrift finds. I have had major issues with unfair trades of the kind "your good for my ****". I went ape **** and wrote a page of random waffle highlighting my thoughts. I am not saying my essay conveying my random consciousness made any difference, but I have noticed a significant toning down of "I found this beat to **** unvented low gorge 3 button 20 year old dated ugly box cut Kiton, you guys can have it for $400".
The concept of bargain hunting is very simple - getting stuff by hook or by crook for way below what department stores want.
Is going to Saks Off Fifth / last call not bargain hunting?
Is a consignment store not bargain hunting when the said item purchased is 90% below retail?
Is TJMaxx or Marshalls not bargain hunting?
How can thrifting be considered bargain hunting but a high scale resale store liquidation / estate sale / wardrobe clearance operation not be placed in the same category?
Should we proceed and now not count any thrift find costing more than 40bucks as a non bargain and thus non brag-worthy / not esteemed enough for posting here?.
Example: I purchased a pair of monks from none other than Mr Girling himself from a Goodwill for an agonizing $130. Should that find be called non bargain / non thrifting when the pricing cunts at Goodwill exercised more business savvy than I bargained for? I was furious with Goodwill since they had six friggin boxes of donated monks by that British stalwart! I had to leave five pairs behind. Hard cheese for me, but bargain yes or no despite the markup?
I feel this thread is a bargain hunting thread, full stop. That means any purchase well below retail, not from eBay, but from a brick and mortar store is fair game.
This is the thread title folks: The official thrift/discount store bragging thread
Nuff Zed
/ rant

The objections, at least mine, were not of this nature. There was no bragging involved in DM7s post. There were no pictures. It was a straight up request for pricing guidance.

 

[catside]

Hey! What's going on? Frenchy's blog disappeared. The other source, too.

 

[cpmac7]

Anyone know about scarfs? I found these two Hermes, I believe are, scarfs. Then I thought they were ascots but I still dunno. They are different in that the look like a paper fans that are folded like this:

Heres some webcam pics of them (sorry for the poor quality)

Not to take away from the DM7 drama, but if anyone could help me figure out what these are called that would be great.

 

[HansderHund]



Anyone know about scarfs? I found these two Hermes, I believe are, scarfs. Then I thought they were ascots but I still dunno. They are different in that the look like a paper fans that are folded like this:

Heres some webcam pics of them (sorry for the poor quality)

Not to take away from the DM7 drama, but if anyone could help me figure out what these are called that would be great.

Those are called pleated scarves. Hermès makes them, though I doubt I'd be able to verify yours. Good luck and let us know! I'd definitely love to see the patterns!

 

[GMMcL]



Hey! What's going on? Frenchy's blog disappeared. The other source, too.

I just noticed exactly the same thing. Do the mods have power outside of SF? Are we in the Matrix??

 

[cpmac7]



Those are called pleated scarves. Hermès makes them, though I doubt I'd be able to verify yours. Good luck and let us know! I'd definitely love to see the patterns!

Wow thanks HansderHund! I couldnt find anything about those anywhere. They will most likely be going to SPOO but if they dont, they I ll post some (better) pictures of the patterns during my next auction.

Thanks again!

 

[Jpmorris]

It was DM7's site, he probably got pissed and took it down. By the way, WTF is wrong with anyone trying to hook us up with stuff at a good deal? I really like that the person who initiated it later asked about an Isaia suit... For the record, if anyone has an opportunity like DM7 presented and doesn't want to post it because of douchebags, feel free to drop me a PM.

 

[HansderHund]



Wow thanks HansderHund! I couldnt find anything about those anywhere. They will most likely be going to SPOO but if they dont, they I ll post some (better) pictures of the patterns during my next auction.
Thanks again!

No problem. I'm sure there are Chinese fakes out there of them, but far fewer in number than the normal scarves. Therefore, yours are likely to be real based on that (assuming they are Hermès to begin with). Good luck with, I keep up with Spoo's stuff so I'm sure I'll see them!

 

[cpmac7]



No problem. I'm sure there are Chinese fakes out there of them, but far fewer in number than the normal scarves. Therefore, yours are likely to be real based on that (assuming they are Hermès to begin with). Good luck with, I keep up with Spoo's stuff so I'm sure I'll see them!

While I am no expert, I did compare the tags to the ones selling on Ebay and I am 99.99% sure that these are real. Either way it was worth the risk at $7 for both

 

[IRKSM]

I sincerely hope this is utter sarcasm.

I really thought it would be more obvious, I guess sarcasm doesn't transfer well to text, I guess I could have put it in italics

 

[capnwes]

Reversible tweed vest, pre-dibsed for Catside.......
AVAILABLE...measures 40" Chest (20" pit to pit)

 

[staxringold]



Thrift fit w/ new boots

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

J Crew Merino sweater thrifted by me
Brioni shirt from goneAwol
60's vintage Oscar de la Renta tie ($30 price tag still in it) thrifted by me
BB blackwatch flannel pants, thrifted by me
Alden #8 shell cordovan boots
spare tire, earned the old fashioned way

Not 100% on the pants, but love it overall!

 

[Evil Abed]

I will say this. I have gotten to know DM7 quite well over the past few weeks / months and there is nothing about his activities that indicate he is doing anything different from our own bargain hunting activities. We would all be doing what he is doing given time and inclination. He is a very resourceful bargain hunter no questions asked.
I do not see the same level of criticism leveled to others that offer a proxy. Hilarious!

If another member offered the same proxy deal, nobody would have shaken two ***** about it other than perhaps lukewarm applause and a truckload of PM's. Perhaps the more paranoid amongst us will presume the proxy prices include an implicit markup - although I doubt it in DM7's case. The prices quoted are not bad at all and pretty reasonable.
I got a PM from a fellow that suggested a proxy from TJMaxx involving a Kiton suit in my size. He was not screwing around, showed me pics and everything. Sadly the suit was $1.5K but I still think he was a jolly good fellow for taking the time out to contact me. I think we should appreciate those that do favors, not condemn them. To raise issues like "oh thats not thrifting" or "he is trying to peddle his **** here rather than take a dump in eBay" is not necessary. That is just jumping the gun.
I am well prepared to defend someone whom is willing to cut some folks a deal.
I have had my issues with the concept of reselling at large markup in this thread. I have had severe issues with people overpricing basic thrift finds. I have had major issues with unfair trades of the kind "your good for my ****". I went ape **** and wrote a page of random waffle highlighting my thoughts. I am not saying my essay conveying my random consciousness made any difference, but I have noticed a significant toning down of "I found this beat to **** unvented low gorge 3 button 20 year old dated ugly box cut Kiton, you guys can have it for $400".
The concept of bargain hunting is very simple - getting stuff by hook or by crook for way below what department stores want.
Is going to Saks Off Fifth / last call not bargain hunting?
Is a consignment store not bargain hunting when the said item purchased is 90% below retail?
Is TJMaxx or Marshalls not bargain hunting?
How can thrifting be considered bargain hunting but a high scale resale store liquidation / estate sale / wardrobe clearance operation not be placed in the same category?
Should we proceed and now not count any thrift find costing more than 40bucks as a non bargain and thus non brag-worthy / not esteemed enough for posting here?.
Example: I purchased a pair of monks from none other than Mr Girling himself from a Goodwill for an agonizing $130. Should that find be called non bargain / non thrifting when the pricing cunts at Goodwill exercised more business savvy than I bargained for? I was furious with Goodwill since they had six friggin boxes of donated monks by that British stalwart! I had to leave five pairs behind. Hard cheese for me, but bargain yes or no despite the markup?
I feel this thread is a bargain hunting thread, full stop. That means any purchase well below retail, not from eBay, but from a brick and mortar store is fair game.
This is the thread title folks: The official thrift/discount store bragging thread
Nuff Zed
/ rant

+1

Having gone thrifting with DM7 more than once, I can tell you a good majority of his finds come from hitting the shops. Things practically jump off the rack towards him as he walks by. Well, not really, but he's a great example of what's possible when you're in a target rich environment and know what you're looking for. He has deep knowledge of brands and a keen eye to spot them. I'm sure anyone else that has hit the racks with him would agree.