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Recent content by Haute In Cali

  1. Haute In Cali

    Crazy idea for a DB odd jacket

    I agree on the elbow contrasting. Brown might be too "look at me." A bright blue DB is pretty wild as is. What about blue gator elbow patches? Add the detail but with a bit of subtlety.
  2. Haute In Cali

    College Graduate - New Suit for Job in Manhattan

    For a really cheap suit, I might check out Bonobos. They only recently started making suits, and I've never tried one on - but their chino pants fit great, so I'd try their suits if I was looking for something at that price point.
  3. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    Made in LA, huh? That's interesting. Any idea where? I recently talked to an American shoemaker who has a factory in LA. And, on a retail level, American Apparel is made there too. I'm surprised that I haven't really heard of any top tailors from LA.
  4. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    Andy is a great alterations tailor (in my experience), but this list is not intended for MTM. I know that I mentioned my experiences with two MTM outfits - Astor and Black and Tom James (I suspect Wilkes Bashford is also MTM) - but only to share my experiences in custom. I am certainly not...
  5. Haute In Cali

    What do you guys wear for spring jackets?

    I've always been a fan of a shortish pea coat (or even a leather pea coat) with a dress shirt - something with a cut similar to a regular suit jacket
  6. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    I agree that there is actually no such thing as the "best" clothier in America, but this post is exactly why I started this thread. If I lived in La Jolla this would be gold.
  7. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    Mr Despos appears to be quite talented! His suit shoulders look so fluid. I will definitely bookmark him for future Chicago trips. Thanks again!
  8. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    Go Giants, yessir! And, thanks, Dempsy. I'll keep that in mind. And, please, keep the suggestions coming! Who's the best custom tailor/clothier in YOUR town?
  9. Haute In Cali

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

    I commented in this thread a few months ago that my least comfortable pair of shoes are Allen Edmonds. However, I recently realized that my MOST comfortable pair of shoes are ALSO Allen Edmonds. I don't know what that means... But I thought it was worth mentioning...
  10. Haute In Cali

    I bought 3 Tom Fords and I feel terrible about it.

    Suit looks great to me. You can definitely find a custom tailor to make you a suit cut like Tom Ford. And you'd probably save a couple thousand dollars per suit. Check my "Best Custom Clothier in America" thread for my experiences (and several recommendations from other users) with...
  11. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    I founded the company and I don't expect to leave anytime soon, but that is certainly something to consider! I'm a big Giants fan and I'm considering a "game night" sport coat with an orange and black lining, but that's probably about as far as I'll go with the crazy personalization.
  12. Haute In Cali

    I bought 3 Tom Fords and I feel terrible about it.

    I have a Tom Ford tuxedo jacket that I LOVE. I'm pretty new to custom suiting too, and I'm pretty much learning the same things. I have a Brioni and a Kiton that I love - but I recently bought my new favorite suit from a custom tailor at about half the price. With Tom Ford, you are...
  13. Haute In Cali

    Best Custom Clothier in America?

    UPDATE: I have been on a mission to upgrade my wardrobe and have tried a few clothiers since posting my question. Here is a quick synopsis of the results. William Fioravanti (New York City): This was a great experience. Mr Fioravanti is an extremely charming elderly man and the shop...
  14. Haute In Cali

    Obama at work

    He has got to be the most stylish president since JFK. Let him wear derbies!
  15. Haute In Cali

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

    While I do appreciate the look and style of Allen Edmonds, I have only bought one pair of their shoes and they are, without a doubt, the least comfortable pair of shoes that I own.

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