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  1. Jay687

    Is this crease a defect (AE Strands Walnut)? These are new and my others in same last don't have this

    The inside of the arch on one shoe has a pretty heavy crease. I have fifth avenue and park avenue in same size and no issue. The outside edge in the same spot also has a bit more of a crease than expected. Heck, my other shoe does too but part of my wonders if it's that extra heel leather...
  2. Jay687

    AE Park Avenue in Black - what is the "appropriate" formality to pair with them?

    I'm looking to get some AE and thought black PAs were a good choice. My others were going to be Merlot fifth avenue and bourbon strands. I like the 3 color choices and that each is a different style. However, I want to make sure the PAs aren't too formal. I do always wear a jacket and a tie but...
  3. Jay687

    "Tall" Collar and Short Neck?

    I am not sure what to do. So I am a short guy... only 5'4". I have a short neck (not just because I'm short but just short proportionally too). I have some custom shirts that I've enjoyed for years and the collar height I suppose was always a bit on the high side. I never paid attention to the...
  4. Jay687

    Steam Iron Purchase - Help!

    I can't settle on a steam iron or steam generator to get. I'd pay $300-400 if it was something I could rely upon. However, the reviews just aren't there for anything they sell in the US. You have Rowenta but every review I read seems to say these are not reliable anymore. Even the ones made in...
  5. Jay687

    Charcoal socks are too "blue" for charcoal pants?

    I struggle with socks. I have small feet and the only company that really fits well has been Viccel. Reasonably priced too. Unfortunately, I'm not sure what to do with their charcoal grey socks with certain pants. For instance, I have some charcoal/black plaid wool pants (it's subtle, looks...
  6. Jay687

    Where should the NARROW end of the rest in relation to wide end?

    I've always felt that my ties were too long as the narrow end rests almost perfectly in line with the wide end. I really only prefer "nicky" (similar to Pratt) knot so that won't change but I can't do a four-in-hand even if I wanted to. The issue I have with them being the same length is that...
  7. Jay687

    Duffel/Weekend Bag: Pockets or No/Less Pockets

    I'm looking to get a Duffel Bag and I'm considering two options from Frost River: 1. With Pockets Option: Laurentian (2,400 cu in / 40L -> split between the main and side pockets) https://www.frostriver.com/shop/laurentian-luggage-2/ (carry-on size is smallest) 2. Without (Well, Less) Pockets...
  8. Jay687

    What companies sell jackets with narrow shoulders and roomy chests?

    I can't seem to find any jackets with ~17" shoulders that fit my ~38" chest. Unfortunately, most size 38 jackets all have 18" shoulders. Even size 36 jackets are nearly that usually. I know MTM is a route I could (and perhaps should) go, but not looking to spend $500+ on sportscoats, blazers...
  9. Jay687

    JCrew Alpaca Fair Isle Rollbeck Sweater XS

    I am selling my Jcrew Alpaca Rollneck sweater that I have worn once. I hate turtlenecks and thought rollneck would be okay but didn't like it. I wore it once last winter and then put it away with my other wool stuff (keep stored in canvas material box)...
  10. Jay687

    Are Black Shoes Necessary?

    Outside the most formal occasions (i.e. conservative interview) when one is wearing either a charcoal (or black for funeral) suit, when would you need to wear black shoes? It seems like fairly formal environments where a suit is necessary (work, wedding, etc.), you could often change black shoes...
  11. Jay687

    Nexus 10 Tablet (32 GB) w/ Kensington Cover/Keyboard, Spare Screen Protector, and Micro HDMI Cable

    Looking to sell my Nexus 10 tablet along with the Kensington Keyfolio Pro 2 (black), Spare Screen Protector, and 25' Micro HDMI cable. I am getting rid of it due to lack of use. I thought I'd make more use of it, but I just never did. It is great for what it is though. Beautiful screen. Quick...
  12. Jay687

    J.Crew 1" Cotton Braided Belt (S/M 40" Long) - Cream

    Shipping costs are on you.
  13. Jay687

    J.Crew 484 Fit Cords (30x30, color: stormy sea), Levi Jeans (2 pairs 29x30, color: light and washed

    They were all worn multiple times.They were only ever washed in cold and hung dry. $60 for all or priced individually as follows: In Stormy Sea ($35): http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/denim/484/PRDOVR~20582/20582.jsp Levi - Light Denim 100% Cotton ($20) Levi - Regular Washed Denim 98%...
  14. Jay687

    J.Crew Bowery Slim Pants (29w) - Cotton (3) and Wool (2)

    I'm looking to sell 5 pairs of J.Crew Bowery Slim Pants. All are size 29 waist and tailored (no cuff) to 27.25" inseam. There is an extra ~2.5" of fabric in all the pants (might be able to lengthen to at least ~29 inseam) They were all worn multiple times. The wool pants were dry cleaned twice...
  15. Jay687

    Small Laptop / Tablet Bag

    I'm looking to get a small laptop / tablet bag. Or at least some sort of small over the shoulder bag that would fit one. Ideally, it'd also be big enough to fit a notebook/folder. So, dimensions of at least 10 by 12 or so I suppose. Something casual that can cross over into business casual...
  16. Jay687

    Does this jacket fit?

    I'm curious as to what you guys think. From the side, I like it. However, the chest seemed to bow out a bit, making me feel as if it was a bit small for my chest. It fits my shoulders perfectly. I have this problem with a lot of size 36 jackets. They fit my shoulders perfectly, but my chest is...
  17. Jay687

    Change Color of Contrast Stitching

    I am looking to get a pair of snow boots (http://www.zappos.com/kamik-pearson-gaucho~2) and I like them, but not the contrast stitching. Is there an easy way to change the color of the stitching without messing with the leather? I have Odenaufs for my LLBean Katahdin boots, but that's not...
  18. Jay687

    Winter Boots - Which Ones?

    I'm looking to buy some winter boots and Sorel caught my eye. I was wondering if anyone had experience with them? People seem to like them (even if their newer ones made in China ones are not as good as the older made in Canada ones). I was looking at the following: 1. 1964 PAC - full grain...
  19. Jay687

    Rain Coat - Types

    So, what are all the rain coat types? Which do you like best? You have the Trench, which is double breasted, belt, epaulets, raglan sleeves. You have the Balmacaan, which is single breasted, beltless, raglan sleeves. You have the Generic Rain Coat, which is single breasted, beltless, regular...
  20. Jay687

    Field / Barn Coat...

    I'm looking to get a field coat or barn coat and narrowed it down to the following options: LLBean Original Field Coat: http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/18214?feat=593-GN1&page=original-field-coat-cotton-lined LLBean Signature 1947 Field Coat...

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How important is full vs half canvas to you for heavier sport jackets?

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