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Recent content by MontyChapman
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Huntsman alum outfits?
Are there any Huntsman alum tailors that operate their own shops? I'm looking for shops like Connock & Lockie on Conduit St. when it was under Mr Craig (Huntsman alum).- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Turnbull vs Emma Willis Sea Island MTM
After acquiring a secondhand bespoke sea island shirt from T&A, I've absolutely fallen for the fabric - absolutely lovely thing. Silky and light - the perfect shirt fabric. I'd like to purchase x2 MTM Sea Island shirts (thought about bespoke but I'm not able to splash out on the 5 shirt minimum...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Commissioning Bespoke Oxfords (UK)
I very nearly commissioned a Savile Row suit but my weight has been seriously fluctuating (a constant battle of the classic exercise vs food), so it probably was not a very wise choice to be commissioning my "forever" suit. BUT with the allotted budget, one can indeed commission a very nice pair...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Pakeman, Catto & Carter alternative
P.S. I'm more of a city person, so I'm looking for any good city gentlemen's outfitters.- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Pakeman, Catto & Carter alternative
Are there any other good quality gentlemen's outfitters akin to the late Pakeman firm? I have visited several UK cities/towns and found old shops with history, usually full of disappointing Magee or re-branded Brook Tavener stuff. I believe Pakeman had its own facilities/arrangements and made...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Resoling old Lobbs
I might be acquiring a pair of Bespoke Lobb brogues but the original sole is in need of a full re-sole. I was wondering if there were any good cobblers in London apt for this kind of job?- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Tassel loafer not too narrow.
Sorry to revive the thread but I actually got a pair of Langham IIs (C&J tassel loafers) very recently. Their Jermyn St flagship was selling Langhams at a discounted rate as they are discontinued now. I have wide feet, so accommodated better than their more popular Cavendish model. I'm a EE...- MontyChapman
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2022 Jermyn St. RTW Shoe Brands Ranking
I think Barker also has an Indian production line, which I did not like. The leather was very tough and unaccomodating. Funnily, I've had Indian-made shoes from American dress shoe brands that were miles better!- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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2022 Jermyn St. RTW Shoe Brands Ranking
I meant that some of the previous threads on rankings were conflating a firm's bespoke and RTW sectors, making it a hazy evaluation.- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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2022 Jermyn St. RTW Shoe Brands Ranking
I've read a few older StyleForum threads on English GWY shoes but it seems to be a hazy mix of bespoke & RTW operations, so I thought I would open a thread dedicated to solely the RTW branch of English shoemakers found on Jermyn Street. Please rank them and tell us why? (If possible, please...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Secondhand shoes cleaning ritual?
What would be the best way to disinfect the interior lining of a pair of very nice brogues (without damaging them)? I was told to use a single-use alcohol wipe to give it a quick wipedown. Is that okay?- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Secondhand shoes cleaning ritual?
Whilst I contemplate the idea of purchasing a new pair of Lobbs, I received my secondhand Lobb brogue pair all the way from a German gentleman. It's in pretty good condition but I was wondering if there is a cleaning ritual StyleForum members do for their secondhand shoe purchases? Are there any...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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John Lobb worth spending 1K+?
I’m trying to get Oxfords that look good, of good quality and are comfortable. As much as I appreciated the slightly lesser price jump between a pair of EG and C&J, for me, EG lasts were quite constricting. I have quite wide feet and tried various EE sizes for EG and Lobb but ended up liking the...- MontyChapman
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John Lobb worth spending 1K+?
Last month, I went around Jermyn Street trying out some shoes (C&J, Edward Green and John Lobb). I was very impressed with all three firms and did purchase a pair of loafers from C&J. It cost me around 380 pounds but it was worth it because I have been wearing them regularly: they are...- MontyChapman
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Hong Kong tailors & shirts?
I have a friend based in HK and was informed that they have their own "Burlington Arcade" and multiple Savile Row-esque tailoring houses. I might test the waters by getting some dress shirts. Quite keen to get some nice dress shirts as well. Any recommendations?- MontyChapman
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