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Brands that are coasting off their reputation
Another brand that has become sadly overrated - Oxxford Clothes. New ownership may have hipped it up a bit but quality has suffered. N.K.- N.K.
- Post #69
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Brands that are coasting off their reputation
I take issue with Rolex. While the meaning behind buying a Rolex has changed (it used to be a watch you needed, rather than a luxury item), I would argue that their build quality has not deteriorated in the least, and that it is equally well made as ever. It is, however, just another status...- N.K.
- Post #68
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Brands that should have a better reputation...
Belstaff. While they made a lot of jackets for movies, I don't think it's a well known brand - at least not in the Netherlands and I don't read a lot about them here. This is an interesting one. More of a mixed reputation really. Older, real U.K. Belstaffs are considered classics. When the...- N.K.
- Post #22
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Chicago Loop Alterations Tailor (redux)
Or maybe it depends on the individual's ability to differentiate good tailoring from bad. Albert is quite the salesman (having started out young at his family's Red Hanger Shops) but tailoring knowledge is not his strong suit, at least that's my impression after spending a half hour with him...- N.K.
- Post #24
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Chicago Loop Alterations Tailor (redux)
I disagree, I was deeply disappointed with Albert at Richard Bennetts and they "forgot" to do alterations they billed for and promised a lot and didn't meet any of their promises. I would never use or recommend them. I would search the forums for other people whom have terrible experiences with...- N.K.
- Post #21
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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How many hats do l need?
HAH! but I would venture that you fail to accord enough weight to Alphonse de Galurin' seminal treatise (1882, republished with additions 1914 and 1922) which states, inter alia, that the number of hats must closely agree with the number of outfits (let us say suits, in the interest of brevity)...- N.K.
- Post #7
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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How many hats do l need?
Flegl's lengthy treatise on this subject, published first in 1941 and renewed in 1987, alludes that the correct number is seven without saying it outright. Armbaster, whom we must remember suffered greatly in his native land for his beliefs, went to his grave proclaiming four the correct number...- N.K.
- Post #2
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Classic Style magazine
This magazine isn't still around is it? N.K.- N.K.
- Post #76
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Matt Deckard Apparel
I think you're doing a lot of things right. For my tastes the second suit is the belle of the ball. It's more unusual and frankly a better representation of what you're trying to do. the first suit is pretty nice but rather ordinary. And the vest is straight out of the nineties. You should...- N.K.
- Post #30
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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The $10,000 dollar Panama hat
For what it is worth one definitely should not go overboard on one of these hats. It is only a hat and hats take a beating in the wearing of them for sure. This is why when it comes to straw I only wear the ordinary ones. Sure a nice Panama is a great hat but as has been stated earlier they...- N.K.
- Post #29
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Chicago Loop Alterations Tailor (redux)
There are a couple of good tailors in downtown Chicago. the guys at Albert Karroll's/Richard Bennett's do a very nice job. Interestingly, even though the tailors are old Italians their cut of suit is very American. They understand the Italian cut though if you want it more tailored. Paul...- N.K.
- Post #17
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Ventless Help
Ventless suits are fine option and as acceptable as any other type. A good tailor will steer you in the right direction. For example, certain types may love double or single-vented suits but not look that great in them. If you have a large rear end or any kind of spinal curve that pushes your...- N.K.
- Post #7
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Are 'Men's' magazines doing the 'rest of us' any favors?
I don't want a magazine to tell me "how to dress correctly". I actually like the way they do things currently, with sometimes absurd outfits that are oftentimes overdone, but contain elements here and there that someone could incorporate into their own style and make look good. It's like those...- N.K.
- Post #21
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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New Issue of Classic Style
I guess you are as stupid as your postings suggest. I clearly stated that you are free to criticize the magazine to your heart's content. You are not free, however, to insult me because I happen to like it. Oh, and buy a dictionary shitbird. It's puerile, not peurile. Is there an option to...- N.K.
- Post #37
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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New Issue of Classic Style
Don't know why you've gotten such a rise out of people... Though I'd disagree about the good-ness of the clothes in GQ or Vogue, I think you're more correct than people give you credit for. I enjoyed Manton's article on Peter Mole and the Savile Row one as well. Wasn't able to make it through...- N.K.
- Post #23
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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New Issue of Classic Style
Um...let's see. Blow me. If you want to *********** on the magazine that is your business. I happen to find its enthusiasm and integrity appealing. I like it because it is not so polished and bland like Men's Vogue or blatantly whored out like GQ. Just because you do not find the magazine...- N.K.
- Post #21
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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New Issue of Classic Style
I really enjoyed the issue. I have read it multiple times riding the Metro. Things are definitely improving, each issue seems better than the last. I heartily applaud the decision to switch from FL pictures to the monthly "Bombshell" feature (at least I hope it will be a regular feature) at the...- N.K.
- Post #12
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Best place for custom shirts in LA?
Thanks Gentlemen for the suggestions. I'm very interested in a couple of them and will check them out further. much appreciated, N.K.- N.K.
- Post #7
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Best place for custom shirts in LA?
I'm looking for a L.A. shirt maker. Anyone know of anyone good? N.K.- N.K.
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- Forum: Classic Menswear
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What kind of crap do you wear?
Some Kenneth Cole shoes (disposable trendy fashion) Target socks, t's, underwear Some Banana Republic Some vintage leather jackets and boots Some really old and sad looking (but comfortable) Brooks button downs Some Target casual shirts N.K.- N.K.
- Post #73
- Forum: Classic Menswear