The unofficial Drake's London Appreciation Thread

[sussi]

I have the blue version.

how is the sizing? Can you compare to current 38/40/42? And how is the fit compared to Drake's Chore? Is it similar fit or maybe slimmer sleeves or anything like that to be worth pointing out?

 

[Kid_Icarus]

how is the sizing? Can you compare to current 38/40/42? And how is the fit compared to Drake's Chore? Is it similar fit or maybe slimmer sleeves or anything like that to be worth pointing out?

I have the large and the half-chest measures 58cm. I’d say it’s a slimmer, slightly longer cut than the current chores. The arms are slimmer, since it’s from a few years ago and that’s the cut that Drake’s (and the world writ large) preferred at that time. It has shirt-sleeve-style cuffs with a functioning button. The twill is lighter and softer than the current Drake’s outerwear twill (it’s a little peachy, even). Some nice details like a striped piping at the interior seams.

 

[nachobarro]

I have bought the Mk II Games Suit in Cotton Canvas Navy size 38, let's see how it fits this time! The Mk. I in Heavy Twill size 38 was a tiny bit slim to my taste and didn't like how it draped on me, and the Mk. II cotton/linen in a size 40 was too big, so will see...fingers crossed.

Btw, I know it's a long shot, but I'm looking for this Raing Raglan Coat in a size 38:

The one that I bought from Kaptain Sunshine is amazing and the quality and craftmanship is top notch but I'm not totally sold on the fit of it, it has a more dramatic shape and the collar is a little big for me. It has a more modern oversize fit if that makes sense.

It's another case of Drake's getting it right, maybe you can buy more cheaper things from other brands or elsewhere, but Drake's fits, shapes and attention to little details is what makes it worth for me.

 

[NassimBandini]

Drake's customer service was really good and they replaced my Archive sale order when I showed them that the measures weren't as displayed on the store.
Still, this operational cost should be taken care of with proper measurements, they must be wasting tons of money on that.

 

[Kid_Icarus]

I have bought the Mk II Games Suit in Cotton Canvas Navy size 38, let's see how it fits this time! The Mk. I in Heavy Twill size 38 was a tiny bit slim to my taste and didn't like how it draped on me, and the Mk. II cotton/linen in a size 40 was too big, so will see...fingers crossed.

Btw, I know it's a long shot, but I'm looking for this Raing Raglan Coat in a size 38:

The one that I bought from Kaptain Sunshine is amazing and the quality and craftmanship is top notch but I'm not totally sold on the fit of it, it has a more dramatic shape and the collar is a little big for me. It has a more modern oversize fit if that makes sense.

It's another case of Drake's getting it right, maybe you can buy more cheaper things from other brands or elsewhere, but Drake's fits, shapes and attention to little details is what makes it worth for me.

If you want another alternative you might look at the Corb models from Coherence. Perhaps a little more modern, but similar in spirit and wonderfully made and detailed.

 

[boujeepeople]

Hi there.

Just a heads up our 15% off for style forum member will end midnight GMT tomorrow 17th march, so best order soon rather then later. It is 15% off all items not just Drake's but we have lots of Drake's and a few little re stocks on some items.

More drake's to come this month so stay tuned

Use code STYLEFORUM15 at checkout, worldwide shipping and we can collect taxes at checkout as well. Express shipping is with DHL

https://houseofhuntington.com/collections/all-mens-products

Take Care
Ethan

 

[feijaocozido]

Does anyone know if the Drake's store in Seoul carries western sizes or if they are sized for the Asian market? The Drake's in Japan (before they closed) carried Japan sizes, which meant very short sleeve lengths.

 

[C_kimlin920]

Does anyone know if the Drake's store in Seoul carries western sizes or if they are sized for the Asian market? The Drake's in Japan (before they closed) carried Japan sizes, which meant very short sleeve lengths.

I’ve tried on a few garments from the Seoul location and didn’t notice any differences.

 

[C_kimlin920]

What is your all time “grail” Drakes piece you have/wish to own?

 

[ikoiko]

What is your all time “grail” Drakes piece you have/wish to own?

I saw one of those staff-only Revue hats on Grailed a couple of months ago for $400, got into a fight with the seller and it disappeared. That would have been a cool one.

But really I would say anything from the St. John's collaboration, especially the cord trousers and chores.

 

[Trevallon]

same here. I really wish I would have gotten the blue st. John chore with the removable buttons and massive pockets on the inside.

 

[Ancestral Star]

I slept on the waxed cotton and linen D-43 field jackets from 2016 and 2017 that were made in England.

 

[bcpc]

What is your all time “grail” Drakes piece you have/wish to own?

A chalkstripe grey or navy flannel suit. I'm not into regular pinstripes but the more spaced out chalk ones they've done just work.

 

[Mavidpark]

Thoughts on mock collar rugbies over regular rugbies?

Versatility? Practicality? Quality?

 

[Mavidpark]

I saw one of those staff-only Revue hats on Grailed a couple of months ago for $400, got into a fight with the seller and it disappeared. That would have been a cool one.

But really I would say anything from the St. John's collaboration, especially the cord trousers and chores.

If you go on the drakes Korea website. They had them loaded up on the site. They’re sold out. Not sure if they ever actually sold them. But I was bummed nonetheless at the idea that these were available at one point.