٭٭٭ No Man Walks Alone - Official Affiliate Thread ٭٭٭ (a.k.a. I shouldn't have slept on it)

[jet]

frank, did you find the sleeves to shorten with wear due to the creasing? sleeves are long on me and i'm hoping they will

great coat

 

[Thanks SF (a new me)]



I have the taupe Casentino and sized up one. This makes for a very snug fit over any kind of
layer beyond a shirt. Looking at the polo coat measurements I would consider sizing up two.

i think i should take chance sizing up 2 with the taupe casentino. per frank's exp, it looks a very slim cut.thanks

 

[Ambulance Chaser]

The sizing of the Casentino is a bit wonky. I went against conventional wisdom and did not size up, and am happy with my decision. (I am a slim 40R, or true 39R, and went with the size 50.) I can wear it over a medium-weight knit or a sportcoat/suit jacket that is on the thinner side. I confirmed at the trunk show that the size 52 was way too big for me. I would caution against sizing up two unless you like wearing your overcoats on the baggy side.

 

[gdl203]

Next stop Firenze!

 

[in stitches]

HANJOY!!!!

 

[europrep]

I can't picture the double breasted Mackintosh coat in action. I have the single breasted version (Waverly, I think)

Can somebody post some real life version pictures of it being worn?

Wore mine out tonight, so had the wife snap a couple pictures when we got home. For reference, I am 5'10", 170lbs and usually wear a size 40R suit. I have short arms so always need suit sleeves taken up. This jacket is a size 40. I don't own any double breasted jackets or suits, so I wasn't sure of it when I opened the gift. I must say that I like it as a nice change of pace.

 

[in stitches]

Love that coat.

Nice kitchen btw.

 

[MacktasticGDogg]



The sizing of the Casentino is a bit wonky. I went against conventional wisdom and did not size up, and am happy with my decision. (I am a slim 40R, or true 39R, and went with the size 50.) I can wear it over a medium-weight knit or a sportcoat/suit jacket that is on the thinner side. I confirmed at the trunk show that the size 52 was way too big for me. I would caution against sizing up two unless you like wearing your overcoats on the baggy side.

I'm also a true 39R and got a couple of the casentino DB coats at size 50. I can get an Inis Meain toggle shawl collar sweater under it pretty easily, but not a size 40R Southwick jacket. I also own one LBM 1911 sport coat at size 48, after getting one initially at size 50 and found it to be a bit large for me.

So I guess I sized up one compared to the LBM 1911 sport coat, but otherwise took my standard size for the casentino DB coat.

 

[europrep]

Thanks Stitch

 

[The_Foxx]

What a great necktie, Stitch! Wow, the perfect color.

Gdl, I'm placing an order today-- What size Farnese elastic belt should I purchase? I'm a size 33 - 34" waist (size 34 in slim incotex trousers). I'm working overseas again, and no access to a tape measure or other examples of civilization, can you advise me?

Drakes grenadine. Thanks, guys!

 

[in stitches]

Thanks, foxxy.

 

[FrankCowperwood]



frank, did you find the sleeves to shorten with wear due to the creasing? sleeves are long on me and i'm hoping they will great coat

Not that I've noticed. Have you had a chance to wear yours in SoCal much? Seems as if it would be a workable weight for cooler nights there.

Wore mine out tonight, so had the wife snap a couple pictures when we got home. For reference, I am 5'10", 170lbs and usually wear a size 40R suit. I have short arms so always need suit sleeves taken up. This jacket is a size 40. I don't own any double breasted jackets or suits, so I wasn't sure of it when I opened the gift. I must say that I like it as a nice change of pace.

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Looks great. And I think your kitchen is a little nicer than the one in the background of my shot from last night.

 

[teddieriley]



I see what you're saying, thanks for the feedback. I'm 5'10" ~205-210lbs so sizing is an issue sometimes, I thought I may of had to size up to a 56 if anything.

Not sure if the 52 would have been too snug in the shoulders, which is usually the problem for me.

I would wear a size 50 in this style of jacket, and you got over 40lbs on me, so a 52 may very well be too snug in the shoulders for you. A 56 would have definitely been too big. Looks good though. Enjoy it. Valstar makes a sweet jacket.

 

[europrep]



Not that I've noticed.

Have you had a chance to wear yours in SoCal much? Seems as if it would be a workable weight for cooler nights there.
Looks great. And I think your kitchen is a little nicer than the one in the background of my shot from last night.

Outdoor lighting pics are always appreciated.

I believe a couple people asked a while back about the collar. It stays up nicely on its own and has good height for colder days.

 

[quar]

Anyone planning to attend the Formosa Trunk Show? I am in the process of sorting out an appointment time.