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    Pocket Squares: A Discussion Thread, Questions, Opinions, Suggestions.....

    Not sure about Q1. The answer to Q2 is: zero.
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    Bamboo fabric for a sports jacket?

    Thank you, gentlemen. This has been very helpful. I'm going to look for something other than bamboo.
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    Bamboo fabric for a sports jacket?

    Thanks. I'll be sure to inquire about the weave.
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    Bamboo fabric for a sports jacket?

    Thanks for your response. Since this would be for a jacket only, I guess not holding a crease wouldn't be an issue. Interestingly, the consultant at the tailoring shop said just the opposite about heat--that the jacket would be cooler than wool would be. I'll look into it further. Thanks again.
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    Bamboo fabric for a sports jacket?

    I was looking at some fabrics for a new sports jacket, and my tailor showed me a nice brown check in a bamboo fabric. I never knew that bamboo cloth existed! Has anyone had experience with bamboo for tailored jackets, and if so, could you comment on the pluses and minuses as compared to wool...
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    Single-breasted blazer with peak lapels?

    As a matter of fact, to order this garment I walked into a brick-and-mortar tailor shop in Los Angeles, one I've been using for years, and picked out the fabrics myself, including the lining. Everything is tailored right there on the premises--this is not a phone-it-in-to-Hong-Kong clothier. And...
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    Single-breasted blazer with peak lapels?

    Thanks for your advice, gentlemen. I pulled the trigger on the peak lapels and should get the blazer shortly. Maybe I'll post a pic.
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    Single-breasted blazer with peak lapels?

    Gentlemen, your advice, please: I just ordered a single-breasted navy blazer. Flap pockets, side vents, mother-of-pearl (as opposed to metal) buttons, working button holes, ticket pocket, blue paisley lining. I'm confident about all of those choices. But I'm wondering if I was correct in...
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    No, but I've heard good things about him. Thanks for the recommendation.
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    Pocket Squares: A Discussion Thread, Questions, Opinions, Suggestions.....

    Your silk batik squares are smashing. Well done indeed. Is batik on silk very common? When I was in Malaysia and Indonesia, all I saw was batik on what I assumed was cotton.
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    What I've learned from Styleforum (or, a guide to not wasting money / avoid buyers remorse)

    This ad popped up at the bottom of my screen, which made me think of your post. Interesting that BB is currently doing 7-fold satin ties for $175. But your points are well taken. From the pics, the ties aren't overly shiny, and the mouse-overs indicate some subtle surface interest. As an...
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    A $17,000 suit? Really?

    A New York Times article on the men's luxury fashion market mentioned that at Brioni, suits can go up to $17,000. Not that I'm considering such an acquisition, but I wonder if anyone more knowledgeable than I can explain what kind of suit you get for $17K, and why it might be worth the money.
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    Thanks. I'll check him out. Sounds like Koreatown is an L.A. mecca for tailoring.
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    Thanks for the tip. I wasn't aware of Robert. As for Richard, several years ago he made me a couple of 3-pc suits I was quite satisfied with, and I wouldn't have a problem going back to him. But I'm also interested in checking out other options. I take it you've used Robert for bespoke. Any...
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    Thanks for this, comrade.
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    Thanks. I'll add Caruso to my list. I've since discovered a previous thread on this subject with additional suggestions, like Giacomo Trabalza and Jack Taylor. Useful information.
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    What I've learned from Styleforum (or, a guide to not wasting money / avoid buyers remorse)

    DT aside (it being axiomatic that anything with his name attached is to be avoided at all cost), I'm wondering about the source of the scorn. Is it A. Such ties have always been in wretched taste. End of story. or B. They were OK in their day, but they were overdone and acquired unsavory...
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    Bespoke in Los Angeles

    I'm interested in options for bespoke tailoring in Los Angeles and environs. I'm already aware of Richard Lim and Johnathan Behr, but I suspect there are other resources I'm not familiar with. Any thoughts among the cognoscenti here on who's available and how they compare?
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    Introduce yourself.

    Hi all. I'm Paul, a retired professor. I enjoy fine tailored traditional clothing. Hope to learn a lot here.
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How important is full vs half canvas to you for heavier sport jackets?

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    Votes: 85 37.3%

  • Half canvas is fine

    Votes: 87 38.2%

  • Really don't care

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