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[sean anon]



Shetland wool is from shetland sheep. AFAIK, all "donegal" means is the fiber has flecks in it.

Most wools are going to be a little softer than shetland, but my understanding of the terminology means that a donegal shetland isn't impossible.

Wear a thicker shirt with the shetland. I wouldn't want to wear mine with anything too thin -- though the oxford I have on under it as I type works well.

Thanks. I though Donegal denoted origin

 

[YRR92]

Thanks. I though Donegal denoted origin

No problem. It is a place, after all.

 

[n2da2nd]

What's the dress code for semi-formal? I'm going to an event at school at night and the dress code is semi-formal. This is what I have in mind.

 

[random-adam]



What's the dress code for semi-formal? I'm going to an event at school at night and the dress code is semi-formal. This is what I have in mind.

"Semi-formal" issued from anybody who isn't up on his Emily Post is meaningless. It could conceivably mean anything from a polo shirt to a tuxedo. Ask a male organizer what he's planning to wear and dress accordingly. Since you're asking in Classic Menswear, you'll probably hear that a tie is mandatory. If it were me and I had no other context I'd wear the nicest suit I own with a white shirt and a textured black necktie. Better overdressed than underdressed.

 

[CLiang]

Hi,

I plan to get some cedar shoe tree because I heard it will keep my shoes in good condition. However, I never bought one before so I do not know what size should I get. I am a size 8 to a 8.5 US size. Should I get a medium size cedar shoe tree?

 

[Kid Nickels]



What's the dress code for semi-formal? I'm going to an event at school at night and the dress code is semi-formal.

If it's at school just ask someone. You'll probably be fine with suit no tie, but can't hurt to be overdressed with tie as Random suggested... although I have no idea what a semi-formal tuxedo might be in this context. I can't imagine anyone will be wearing one so don't worry about it.

 

[WickedKlown]

Hi,

I plan to get some cedar shoe tree because I heard it will keep my shoes in good condition. However, I never bought one before so I do not know what size should I get. I am a size 8 to a 8.5 US size. Should I get a medium size cedar shoe tree?

Small (8.5d) or medium (8.5E) at Allen Edmonds or Jos A Banks

 

[acinod]

Any stores in NYC that stock grey flannel trousers?

I'm after a pair similar to Epaulet's Rudy-fit (room in seat but tapered leg opening) but I can't afford to wait weeks for it to be made. Need to try in-store and buy right away.

 

[Veremund]



"Semi-formal" issued from anybody who isn't up on his Emily Post is meaningless. Since you're asking in Classic Menswear, you'll probably hear that a tie is mandatory. If it were me and I had no other context I'd wear the nicest suit I own with a white shirt and a textured black necktie. Better overdressed than underdressed.

+1. Wear a black suit, white shirt, black tie, white pocket square. If you're so overdressed that you feel uncomfortable, just take off the tie.

 

[Veremund]



... although I have no idea what a semi-formal tuxedo might be in this context.

Traditionally, a tuxedo is semi-formal. Tailcoat and white-tie is formal.

 

[LEgoiste]

Anyone know where to get this quilted coat (or similar)?

Thanks in advance.

 

[TM79]

Lots of places are doing quilted jackets now. Barbour has tons of options, some of them pretty close to the picture you posted:

http://www.barbour.com/All-Collections/Mens/Quilted-Jackets/c/mens-quiltedjackets?breadcrumbs=mens

 

[plainnerd]

I'm looking for a decent quality brown/orangy cord blazer that comes in smaller sizes (32 or 34). Trying to find it in time for Christmas, anyone have any ideas?

 

[n2da2nd]

"Semi-formal" issued from anybody who isn't up on his Emily Post is meaningless. It could conceivably mean anything from a polo shirt to a tuxedo. Ask a male organizer what he's planning to wear and dress accordingly.

Since you're asking in Classic Menswear, you'll probably hear that a tie is mandatory. If it were me and I had no other context I'd wear the nicest suit I own with a white shirt and a textured black necktie. Better overdressed than underdressed.

The Emily Post helps a lot. Thanks for pointing out.

If it's at school just ask someone. You'll probably be fine with suit no tie, but can't hurt to be overdressed with tie as Random suggested... although I have no idea what a semi-formal tuxedo might be in this context. I can't imagine anyone will be wearing one so don't worry about it.

The hostess contacted me back and say that as long as I don't wear jeans, I'll be fine. I also looked at the photos of previous event and noticed that no one donned a whole suit. Mostly they wore sweater over a shirt or just shirt and tie. Guess I'm gonna go with either the posted photo or without the blazer.

 

[JonML]

If I bought this suit for my wedding, can I re-use it (is it still appropriate to wear) for other functions? Like a holiday party, or even to a client or professional association (financial planning) meeting?