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Recent content by cbird
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The Andover Shop
I had some heavyweight tweed pants made there a few years ago. They still look new and fit fine. I am pretty sure they were made on the premises. They also have a store on Andover.- cbird
- Post #11
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Studying In London
London is one place where you will never feel overdressed wearing a suit and tie day and night. For the classroom, though, you could probably get away with anything, but you are a style forum member, so I expect you will make more of an effort than will be expected of you and your classmates.- cbird
- Post #5
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Investing in a new watch
Check out coolvintagewatches.com and Father Time antiques to see other options in vintage watches-you may be surprised at what is available in your price range, even some fine solid gold watches with manufacture movements, such as Lecoultre, Longines, Gruen, Universal Geneve, and Movado (back in...- cbird
- Post #35
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Help me pick a wallet
John Lobb (St. James's) offers superb hand made leather wallets and also offers a bespoke wallet option. With the kinds of skins they have available you could come up with something absolutely unique.- cbird
- Post #17
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Why high quality sunglasses are important (Or: How Maui Jim saved my eyeball)
It is true that cheap sunglasses lenses can increase your eyes' exposure to harmful UV rays. This is because they block enough light to cause your pupils to dilate, yet do not block the UV rays, so you end up with a larger dose of UV exposure than you would have experienced with no sunglasses at...- cbird
- Post #49
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Thoughts on David Yurman watches
1. It is definitely a decent watch, but you can find a similar JLC watch in the same price range and get a premium manufacture movement, better design, and, most likely, much better resale value. 2. 43.5mm size is trendy, but could well be a dated look in a few short years (already looks stupid...- cbird
- Post #3
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Linen Shirts details
They are great for hot weather, but do not wear them around a campfire or beach fire. Flying sparks burn large holes in linen shirts (about half an inch wide).- cbird
- Post #3
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Shirt collar and cuffs don't become clean after wash
Besides the above suggestions, I would recommend that you wash your neck with soap every time you shower. You will notice that your collars will become significantly less soiled if you do this. It also helps to apply detergent directly to the inside of your collars, add water, then work up a...- cbird
- Post #16
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Why no love for BB?
BB is fine. They offer excellent value for good clothes, way better than what most Americans routinely wear, but they seem to aim for great value rather than for true excellence. People who want something truly excellent, and are willing to pay for it, know to look elsewhere.- cbird
- Post #7
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Tuxedo Shoes
On the John Lobb (St. James's) website, in the black and white catalogue from the 1930's, there is a picture of a "Tuxedo Slipper" which is a Norwegian slip-on. I once saw someone in London wearing shoes like these with a Tuxedo and thought it looked good, but have never come across...- cbird
- Post #46
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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khaki/chino quality by manufacturer
Filson's are very comfortable and durable, but not available in as many colors since Ralph bought the company (I am referring to the shelter cloth pants). Schnee's has decent khakis. I have a pair of Loro Piana khakis and they are obviously very finely made and with superior materials to the...- cbird
- Post #12
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Carry On Bags - Wheeled and Otherwise
I would take the Filson over the Mulholland. I have had Mullholland canvas/leather carry on and garment bags and had issues with both (zipper tore loose) after just a few trips, while my Filson bags all hang tough after several years of frequent travel. The Mulhollands are better looking...- cbird
- Post #12
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Cotton Jackets
You should also check out Sierra Trading Post. If you look under Men's Dress coats and search for cotton several will come up.- cbird
- Post #8
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Cotton Jackets
Correction, I meant coatsandhats.com, the outdoor and country store. They do have a couple of jackets like this under the "tailored jackets" section of mens clothing.- cbird
- Post #5
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Cotton Jackets
I have one from Barbour that I bought a few years ago. It is a sort of yellowish cream color and looks more expensive than it was. Hats and coats.com usually has a good Barbour selection on hand.- cbird
- Post #4
- Forum: Classic Menswear