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  1. bch

    What to wear with Alden black cordovan shoes?

    A few years ago, I picked up two pair of shoes in the Plaza last, extended combat sole from Alden of Carmel. One pair is in brown calf, which pairs well with khakis, grey dress pants, and jeans. I have gotten great use from them. The other pair has me stumped: black shell cordovan. Any...
  2. bch

    Who makes "Made in USA" Saks label suits?

    Fabric is Ermenegildo Zegna. Who makes 'em?
  3. bch

    Isaia tuxedo on STP

    A few years back, I discovered that my tuxedo had shrunk in the closet. Ever since, I've been casually looking to pick up a new one, since a guy ought to have one, there being nothing worse than a rental. I accidentally came across this one on STP...
  4. bch

    Barry Birken trousers on STP?

    I decided to try some of these (grey wool flannel and brown corduroys) for < $50 per pair. Anybody have any experience with these one way or the other?
  5. bch

    STP Corneliani Faded Blue Stripe

    Thanks to recommendations on this board, I tried a Corneliani from STP, and I have to say this is a very fine garment. The 52 coat fits perfectly; I usually wear a 42R. It is one of the very few coats I own that will not need to be taken in at the waist. If anybody's looking for a nice summer...
  6. bch

    Allend Edmonds Tent Sale

    Hey guys, my partner tipped me off to the AE "Big Tent Sale," happening on June 9-19th. On a lark, he and I called and they were nice enough to set us up before the sale started. Picked up some AE black shell cord MacNeil's (factory second) for $199, which was an unadvertised price...
  7. bch

    What sport coat with navy/blue trousers

    I noticed a hole in my wardrobe: sport coats that coordinate with navy. I understand that navy blazers are not appropriate with nav trousers. What do you guys suggest?
  8. bch

    Oxxford Experts

    Two questions about altering Oxxford and similarly constructed suits: With 1/4 lined jacket, can a a good alterations tailor typically take a few inches out of the waist? How does the lack of lining affect this alteration aethestically, if at all? Must add'l care be taken in the alteration? I...
  9. bch

    Hickey Freeman Collection suit

    What can you HF experts tell me about this. It's my first OTR suit purchase in several years, having embraced MTM a while back. I've never tried HF before, but the thing fits me like a glove. MAYBE I need to nip the waist about 1" but that's it. Most important, which is a pet peeve of mine...
  10. bch

    Senate opts not to ban droopy drawers

    From: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6948910/ RICHMOND, Va. - Virginia lawmakers dropped their droopy-pants bill Thursday after the whole thing became just too embarrassing. The bill, which would have slapped a $50 fine on people who wear their pants so low that their underwear is visible in "a...
  11. bch

    Question About Jacket Shoulder Width

    I might try picking up a coat or suit on e-bay or mail order. Most of my MTM jackets are about 20 1/4 wide, but I specify my custom shirts at 19.5" (seam to seam, across the shoulders), which fits perfectly. Can anybody give some advice on the shoulder width of the jacket as it relates...
  12. bch

    Jantzen Update

    Ricky's really playing catch-up. This was put up on www.jantzentailor.com: Due to overwhelming demand for our Made-to Measure shirt through our website, we are now working on the backlog orders. We apologize that we are not able to accept any New/Repeat orders of shirt before 18th February...
  13. bch

    Cufflinks / Double-Sided on Chain

    I rec'd some cufflinks as a gift. They're double-sided on a chain. I have a heck of a time putting them in, especially in the morning before the first cup of coffee. Is there a trick to it? Is it something your hand eventually learns to do as second nature? Any tips that do not include asking my...
  14. bch

    Message on Jantzen Website

    This is now posted on the Jantzen website. Hopefully this means that we who wait will wait not much longer.... Announcement: Due to overwhelming demand for our Made-to Measure shirt through our website, we are now working on the backlog orders. We apologize that we are not able to accept any...
  15. bch

    Jantzen Tailor

    I'm not trying to bag on Ricky by this post, just trying to find out how much longer I might be waiting. Ordered 4 shirts in the last week of August, rec'd from Ricky a request (e-mail) for clarification on measurement change about a week later, to which I promptly replied. Have not heard nor...
  16. bch

    Lapel width alteration

    I have a 3 button suit with 4" lapels. I generally wear a 42R or 43R, and I would prefer a 3.25 or 3.5" lapel. Is this a major alteration? Does it involve altering the collar, as well? What would you expect to pay to have this done?
  17. bch

    Suggestions requested

    I own a medium-grey 3-button suit, which came with nearly matching plastic buttons. The fabric has no pattern. The suit is very nice but needs a little contrast, I think; perhaps some dark brown horn buttons. Would brown buttons preclude black shoes & belt? What color button would you recommend?
  18. bch

    Jantzentailor.com password?

    Anybody else getting a password challenge when they attempt to access www.jantzentailor.com? Subpages can be accessed directly, but not the order form. If so, anybody know what's going on?

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