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  1. Broadway

    Need Help ASAP for Business Conference

    Ha, yeah. I wouldn't mind avoiding purchasing new shoes, since I'm probably only going to be wearing this stuff once or twice a year. You should give a shot to the shoes at Nordstrom Rack. If you're downtown, the one on State often has a decent selection, if you're not an odd size. That would...
  2. Broadway

    Bespoke Tailors- Chicago

    Have you had work done there? How are the prices? Fair - meaning expensive to mortals, average to SFers, but very much worth it. Amazing fabric selection, old-school tailors. Great attention to detail. Owner is a great guy.
  3. Broadway

    First watch $500 budget

    I have a Hamilton Jazzmaster; C. Ward Malvern chrono; and vintage Omega Seamaster Deville - all were under $500, all are lovely, all are fun to wear, and all elicit many compliments.
  4. Broadway

    Bespoke Tailors- Chicago

    Montopoli is terrific.
  5. Broadway

    Can you recommend a reliable Iron?

    The T-Fal Aquaspeed is very solid. We upgraded to one a few years ago, and we're delighted with it. Heats quickly, glides perfectly.
  6. Broadway

    TM Lewin Casual Shirts - Anyone Have any Experience?

    The NE Collar are fine. On the plus side, I love the fabric patterns, and often receive compliments in that regard. On the negative side, they can be a little flimsy, but the quality varies quite a bit by fabric. One shirt is more like the "luxury" fabric, the other is paper-thin...
  7. Broadway

    Brioni @FB in Chicago?

    At the FB on State there are a few Borrelli shoes on a rack behind the regular dress shirts - $700, I believe. Good assortment of Kiton, Borrelli and Brioni ties for $70. A few Borrelli shirts, some Brioni, D&G and other suits and jackets, although nothing that really caught my eye (except...
  8. Broadway

    Is Mid- to High-End Clothing truly worth the price?

    A very level-headed discussion. For me, the key to a good wardrobe is patience. Find cheap(er) brands that are your style and fit you fairly well, and use that as your baseline to build up a better wardrobe of either items that fit you perfectly and/or expensive items on super sale. That way...
  9. Broadway

    Purple Ties

    Light purple tie with light blue and white dots with blue shirt with light purple stripes; with light gray suit. My wife bought me a lovely heavy Barbera solid bright purple tie that I wear with a white shirt that has a subtle purple and black/charcoal pattern, or with a white herringbone...
  10. Broadway

    Fancy Restaurant Attire

    Speaking from the Chicago scene (Trotter's, Alinea, Everest, TRU), I usually go with a well-tailored sportcoat, french cuffs, and seasonal-colored tie, and not a charcoal or navy suit, and have received numerous compliments. I think it is the best way to dress for formal dining without looking...
  11. Broadway

    Top quality belts

    I agree re: price vs. quality. I have a J Crew belt I bought in a discount store 10 years ago, I wear it 3 times per week, and it looks great and has held up beautifully.
  12. Broadway

    Chicago Bargain Spots

    There's a Filene's Basement on State Street and Madison that's not bad, and decent Nordstrom Rack across State Street from it. Nothing amazing, but I've landed some pretty good deals at both.
  13. Broadway

    T.M. Lewin opinions needed

    I should also mention that there are usually coupons floating around out there, so you can often get the shirts for 17 gpb each, which is a very good deal, IMO.
  14. Broadway

    T.M. Lewin opinions needed

    I have a few of their shirts and like them well enough - the Luxury are pretty decent for $40. Also have a couple of ties - also, not bad for the price, reasonably well-made. Both are good daily workhorses. I am routinely complemented on them. No experience with suits or coats, but should...
  15. Broadway

    Need a stylish, professional(ish) backpack.

    Here is my problem - I'm an attorney, often wear a suit or sport coat, and commute on the El in the city. I need a bag to carry workout clothes, book, Blackberry, and often laptop and cord. I have a killer Tumi ballistic bag (gift from my lovely wife), but have suffered from a back injury over...
  16. Broadway

    Sales in Chicago?

    We recently visted Morris & Sons' new space and were disappointed. Much nicer space, but the prices were higher, e.g. in the old store, Brioni sport shirts were often 3 for $240. Now, they are $140 each and up, which is still 1/2 off retail, but not the amazing deal that made it worth dealing...
  17. Broadway

    Shopping trip redux: He scores!!!!!!

    Glad you liked Morris & Sons! I shop with Mike as well - nice guy, leaves you alone, but is there to help if necessary.
  18. Broadway

    2 button vs 3 button suits

    Again with the black suits! I have a black Boss suit (I'm short and broad, so it fits great), and when paired with a white shirt with broad light purple and light gray bars and a bright light purple Barbara tie, it looks killer at an evening dinner. Don't understand the constant badmouthing of...
  19. Broadway

    Romantic Getaways - Help!

    Some of the out islands in the Bahamas are very romantic. Somewhat deserted, no casinos or any of that nonsense. Depending on what kind of connection flight you can get out of Miami, you can fly direct (skipping Nassau) and save a few bucks. We were in Buenos Aires earlier this year, and it's...
  20. Broadway

    Chicago Boutique Shopping off the mile?

    The area around Morris & Sons is fine. If you walk 20 blocks west, you might have a problem, but the strip by the store is always full of families shopping and eating. In fact, the last three times we've visited, we've driven by huge weddings spilling out into the street - hardly a...

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

  • Definitely full canvas only

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  • Half canvas is fine

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