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  1. redjay8

    Opinions on Bespoke suit tailor vs Branded suits (especially in Italy)

    Hey guys, I'm a 20M and I'm in need of a nice suit, preferably a high-end one that'll last me my lifetime. I'm visiting Verona and Venice for 5 days, and am debating whether to buy a suit from a bespoke suit tailor or a branded one. Does anyone have any advice either which one is recommended, or...
  2. Supalerk

    Appropriate width of lapel wide for office?

    Hello Everyone I need an advise of the wide of lapel. At this moment, I want to buy navy cotton suit, Roma fit, from Suitsupply. I wish to always wear this suit in my office and might be occasionally in casual vibe. The lapel width of this suit is 11.5 cm (notch lapel) and it is quite wide, in...
  3. M

    SOLD Carmina Forest Black Wingtip Oxford

    SOLD Brand: Carmina Model: Wingtip Oxfords 813 Size: 8.5UK 9.5US Width: Normal D US Last: Forest Upper: black calf Sole: single leather Price: $195 + shipping Country: USA Condition: Excellent. Light creasing, no wear on heels. Images: Notes: Ignore the box that says 8 - they sent the 8.5 in...
  4. M

    SOLD Carlos Santos Handgrade Reverse Stitch Black Oxfords 8UK/9US

    Carlos Santos Handgrade Black Captoe Oxfords Size: 8UK normal width (9D US) 445 last Upper: black calf Sole: Handgrade Handpainted Closed Channel Leather Sole with metal toe taps. Price: $415 $365+ shipping ($500 new) from USA. Condition: Look almost brand new. Worn three times. 9.5/10...
  5. K_The_Sartorialist

    My perfect wardrobe (ongoing project)

    Hi guys! :) The other day I found myself in a situation that I imagine many of you guys have been in yourselves as I went to my closet to get dressed for the day. I slid the doors open and what met me was shelves upon shelves overflowing with various clothing items in all shapes and forms. Some...
  6. E

    Suit color for funeral

    Hello all. A friend recently passed away, and I would like to attend his funeral. As such, I will be wearing a suit with black shoes and a dark tie, but I’m a bit anxious if my two (applicable) suits are a tad too light in color. I would deeply appreciate it if some of you could express your...
  7. ky16

    Church’s Monk Strap Brogues

    Worn a couple of times by me. I’ve added new rubber soles to the original factory soles. Always kept in shoe trees. No tears to the lining. Crafted on the 100 Last. UK 8 standard width. Creasing within confines of normal wear. No damage to the leather. Always maintained with Lexol. Shoe trees...
  8. sfo423

    Cashmere Top Coat

    OBO on this Saks coat! Purchased (only owner) a few years back and have only worn it a few times. Wrong climate; it does not make it out of the closet. No stains, rips, tears, blems of any kind. Specs: Navy, single breast 3 button, single vent, inner pockets, lining has a slight teal tint to...
  9. KaleidoscopicK

    [SOLD] Saint Crispin's Picasso Three Eyelet Derby Dress Shoes in Light Brown Calf 6 UK

    Available for sale is a pair of Saint Crispin's light brown/tan Picasso derbies, in Size 6 UK (Size 7D US, Size 39 EU) The shoes have been worn twice, and do have some minor creasing. They have had a rubber topy added on the bottom of the soles, and the leather lining inside the heel of the...
  10. JWNGeorge

    Bonobos Floral Jacquard Tuxedo - Never Worn

    This item has NEVER been worn; ended up going with a different option. Pants are 93% wool, 6% polyamid, and 1% elastane to accommodate a comfortable stretch. Jacket is a blend of wool (48% wool, 50% polyester, 2% lycra) to accommodate the floral pattern. Please pardon the harsh office...
  11. AS676

    Tie Color/Pattern for Interviews?

    Recently, I was absolutely awestruck by the Charvet textured "leaves" silk tie featured on both Saks and Neiman Marcus. Starting fresh in a junior position at a IB firm, I figured it is time to refresh my Linkedin profile picture. Although many insist on solid-plain ties, I feel that Charvet's...
  12. R

    Cole Haan Split Toe Leather Shoe 9.5 M Tobacco Brown

    Cole Haan Split Toe Leather Shoe 9.5 M Tobacco Brown is a handsome handcrafted shoe, made in Italy, has contrast stitching, and is in very good pre-owned condition with slight blemish at toe and minor creases from normal wear. Tobacco brown color is rich and full of character. We suggest using a...
  13. R

    Allen Edmonds 'Lasalle' Split Toe Blucher Leather Dress Shoes 9 D Black

    Allen Edmonds 'Lasalle' Split Toe Blucher Leather Dress Shoes 9 D Black are in very good pre-owned condition with faint scuffs and minor creases from normal wear. We suggest using a shoe tree to maintain form. We do our very best to describe and photograph our items adequately.
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  15. Nakedsnake

    Zonkey Boot black cap toe oxford 11 UK / 12 US

    Up for sale is an amazing pair of Zonkey boot oxfords. The construction of this shoe is unbelievable. Handwelted to exacting standards, even the shoe trees are nicer than most shoes. I am in love with these, however I wore them once (exactly one time) and they don't as i'd hoped. I'm a bit too...
  16. Roy_tem

    Help with finding a specific kind of fabric / dress shirt

    I'm looking for a specific kind of fabric or a specific kind of shirt and I can't seem to find any shirt who look like what I'm looking for. Got two reference images of more or less what I'm looking for, they both are a bit low quality but it's all I got. Hopefully you could work this out for...
  17. Meghraj Singh

    HELP on wearing FORMALS

    I am a 12th grade student. Tomorrow it is teachers day celebration and i have to wear formals as i will be a teacher for the day , so i am confused between two pairs , i need help for it ASAP (I am indian) .and i am new to this website . Here are the photos , should i wear orange( it is a bit...
  18. Viral

    **SOLD***.Hugo Boss Collection Tux Shirt SZ 40/15.75 ***T. MASON, SLIM FIT, PLEATED, ONYX LINKS ***

    Brand new tuxedo shirt from Hugo Boss Tailored Collection. This is the ULTIMATE shirt for your formal occasion!! The fabric is Thomas Mason broadcloth - the absolute BEST I've ever handled!! Shirt is slim fit with darts and a pleated bib front. French cuffs with cut-away collar. Exposed onyx...
  19. tweedydon

    Cummerbund! Black with white fleurs.

    Unknown maker, unknown material--but a really lovely cummerbund! NB: I now have a website showcasing everything I have for sale... although things will appear on my Facebook page Waterhollowtweed first! It's: www.waterhollowtweed.com This isn't any more commercial that my offerings here--so...
  20. tweedydon

    Brooks Brothers cummerbund, red with neats.

    Brooks Brothers cummerbund, red with neats. NB: I now have a website showcasing everything I have for sale... although things will appear on my Facebook page Waterhollowtweed first! It's: www.waterhollowtweed.com This isn't any more commercial that my offerings here--so please do feel free...

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