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  1. captainshields

    How should boots fit?

    I just got my first pair of new boots in a long time (Thorogood Moc Toes). I've done a lot of research and info seems to be a little all of over the place on how much room your foot should have inside the boot. Is there a rule of thumb for knowing how much room your foot should have in a boot...
  3. captainshields

    Can anybody identify this shoe company logo? (

    I bought these vintage leather moccasins at an estate sale years ago. There are no other markings other than this logo inside each shoe. It looks like "LA" with wings. Does anybody know what company this is? Thanks
  4. captainshields

    Best hangers for vintage jackets?

    I have some vintage jackets (some leather, some wool, some denim) that I want to make sure I am hanging properly in my closet. Is there something better than a standard wooden clothes hanger I should be using? Thanks in advance
  5. captainshields

    How to tell if vintage Levis 501s are Men or Women

    Recently got into wearing vintage 501s. Mostly 80s era. Im confused how to tell which 501s are Mens and which are Women's. The info I can find online is all over the place. Just curious if anyone knows a sure way to tell which gender older 501s are. Thanks
  6. captainshields

    "Old fashioned" guide to shrinking Levis 501?

    Hey guys. Looking to start wearing some 501s. I'm skinny, so never really had the desire, but I want to give it a shot! I'd like to shrink them the way they were originally meant to be shrunk. Levis instructions on their website are vague. Seems like the "wear in the tub" method is the most...
  7. captainshields

    Cleaning Allen Edmonds

    Hey guys. Picked up this pair of Allen Edmonds used (for a very good price). There is some slight staining of the leather near the sole you can see in this photo. The seller says it might be a salt stain. Is there any safe way to try and remove this, or should I just not bother and use these as...
  8. captainshields

    Help with the fit and colors of this suit

    Hey guys. I'm really slim and want a slim look. A few questions. (this suit is a darker forest/olive green) didn't really come out well in photos. I have the same jacket in 2 sizes. 34 and 36. First pic is 34, second is 36. Do either of these jackets fit? I really want to wear this vest but I'm...
  9. captainshields

    Help with suit fit/color

    Hey guys. I really want to wear a vintage style for my wedding. I have a dark green (olive/forest) suit I am going to wear. I also have an indigo striped RRL vest I would love to pull off. Do you guys think this combination could work? Dark green suit, indigo vest, slightly lighter olive tie...
  10. captainshields

    What kind of tie is this? (stupid question)

    I just bought this RRL tie. It has two wide ends (one slightly narrower). What kind of tie is this? Would this be tied like a normal necktie? Probably a stupid question, I've just never owned a tie that looked like this. Thanks!
  11. captainshields

    Question about suit/vest colors

    Hi guys. I am wearing a dark olive suit for my wedding. The suit I bought does not come with a vest but I would like to wear one if possible. I will be wearing a navy/indigo tie with a navy pocket square. Is it ok to wear a navy vest with this green suit or is that unacceptable? If so, is there...
  12. captainshields

    American made wedding band suggestions

    Hey guys. Looking to get a very simple, very traditional yellow gold wedding band. I would like to buy it from an American company that has history. I'm open to any suggestions! Thanks so much
  13. captainshields

    Recommendations for an olive suit

    Getting married in November and wanting to wear an olive green suit. Ideally wool/tweed fabric. It has been very hard to find. Ideally something reasonably priced (under $500) Does this exist? Does anyone have any recommendations? I'm a skinny guy, so something slim is a must. Thanks so much
  14. captainshields

    Question about Nike Blazer Mid '77 Vintage QS

    Really liking these Nikes. I know basically nothing about Nike. The description on these says "Show your Chicago Pride" Does anybody know what these have to do with Chicago? I talked with Nike and they couldn't help either. Just confused. Thanks!
  15. captainshields

    Floppy brimmed baseball caps

    Hey guys. Stupid question. What is the name for baseball hats that have the floppy, unstructured brims? These are my favorite types of hats and would love to be able to find them easier. Thanks! Here is an example:
  16. captainshields

    Help with hangers to use for Jackets and Shirts?

    Hi, I was just curious what kind of hangers I should be using for my jackets and my shirts. Right now I use plain pine wood suit hangers for everything. I haven't particularly noticed any problems, but I'm just paranoid. Haha. I don't want to damage my clothes or have them warp. Is a coat rack...
  17. captainshields

    Fit pics of any skinny guys in 501s or 501cts?

    I'm 5'8" and skinny. Wondering if I can pull off Levi's 501s or 501cts. Would be awesome if anyone had any fit pics. Thanks!
  18. captainshields

    Levis 511 Rigid Dragon (are they all stretch)

    Hi guys, Looking to grab a pair of 511 Rigid Dragons. Couple questions. Are they all "stretch". I usually try to avoid stretch jeans. Does the butt or anywhere else get saggy because of this? How narrow is the leg opening on these? I prefer pretty narrow (around 6.5") I'm a 29 waist...
  19. captainshields

    American made selvedge with a 6" leg opening

    I'm a skinny guy. I don't like super skinny but I like my leg opening to be around 6" RRL is my favorite brand but even their slims only go down to about 7" at the ankle. Any recommendations for something similar? Really looking for a good pair of slim raw selvedge. Thanks!
  20. captainshields

    Quality American made boot/shoe brands

    Hey guys. Wondering what your recommendations would be for classic, American made boot/shoe brands with a history. E.g. Red Wing, Chippewa, ll bean etc I can't seem to think of any more. Thanks!
  21. captainshields

    I have long hair. Should I go to a traditional barber shop or salon for a cut?

    I have recently been going through the awkward growing out phase with my hair. It's pretty long. About 6" on the top. I just moved to a new area and need to find a new place. Should I got to a traditional barber, or to a salon? In my experience barbers seem to be better with fades that's the...
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