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[kgmessier]

What sort(s) of pants would work well with this shirt? (click picture for link to details)

 

[runner-guy]

Hey fellas. I recently purchased a tailored fit oxford from Land's End. I ordered a 33 sleeve length and I normally wear a 32/33 sleeve in dress shirts. I was thinking a 32 length would be too short. What do you guys think of the sleeve length of this shirt? Thanks. http://yfrog.com/20img5580vj http://yfrog.com/fvimg5579j

 

[minervau]

Originally Posted by runner-guy

Hey fellas. I recently purchased a tailored fit oxford from Land's End. I ordered a 33 sleeve length and I normally wear a 32/33 sleeve in dress shirts. I was thinking a 32 length would be too short. What do you guys think of the sleeve length of this shirt? Thanks.

http://yfrog.com/20img5580vj

http://yfrog.com/fvimg5579j

Looks fine to me in terms of length. How much cuff do you like showing when you were a jacket over the shirt? Depending on how you have your sleeves tailored, that seems like it could show as much as an inch, but that's alright.

 

[binge]

Originally Posted by imightbechad

I toyed around with that idea, but I balked when trying to figure out different ties for the seersucker.
Unless you're set on bows, check out the linen ties from Howard Yount (SF member chorse123). I have two and they are great summer ties, would be perfect with seersucker.

 

[dah328]

Originally Posted by binge

Unless you're set on bows, check out the linen ties from Howard Yount (SF member chorse123).

I have two and they are great summer ties, would be perfect with seersucker.
A lot of the silk ones look like they'd work pretty wool with seersucker, too.

 

[runner-guy]

Originally Posted by minervau

Looks fine to me in terms of length. How much cuff do you like showing when you were a jacket over the shirt? Depending on how you have your sleeves tailored, that seems like it could show as much as an inch, but that's alright.

Just tried it on with a suit and about 1/2 inch of cuff is showing, so I guess it's about right.

 

[calcio]

I have a pair of Allen Edmonds Strand color Brown Burnished Calf. I've worn them a few times but I have not treated them with anything and need to find out what the best type of products to use are. Cream, Polish, etc. What should I put on now for everyday protection and what products, methods should I use/do for cleaning/polishing?

 

[dah328]

Originally Posted by calcio

I have a pair of Allen Edmonds Strand color Brown Burnished Calf. I've worn them a few times but I have not treated them with anything and need to find out what the best type of products to use are. Cream, Polish, etc. What should I put on now for everyday protection and what products, methods should I use/do for cleaning/polishing?
In the pinned "HOF: Glossary of terms/ Best posts/ FAQ/ Links" thread in the Men's Clothing forum, there is a link to a thread by Ron Rider on shoe care. It has all the information you need.

 

[Gewehr]

How can I spot differences between a man's checkbook and female checkbook [wallet/cover]?
I'm looking for a leather and slim one, that holds the checks and cards that's all.
This are only carried in jacket am I right?

Thanks.

 

[dv_indian]

Is it okay to iron/steam a cashmere sport coat? I recently got one in the mail and the sleeves are wrinkled. I am scared to iron it out of fear of causing damage.

 

[kgmessier]

Originally Posted by dv_indian

Is it okay to iron/steam a cashmere sport coat? I recently got one in the mail and the sleeves are wrinkled. I am scared to iron it out of fear of causing damage.
ironing cashmere

 

[Doxe]

Originally Posted by dv_indian

Is it okay to iron/steam a cashmere sport coat? I recently got one in the mail and the sleeves are wrinkled. I am scared to iron it out of fear of causing damage.

No it is not ok. Hang the coat up and let the fabric relax.

If you doubt this advice do a SF search for "jeffreyd" and steam and you'll find threads talking about the damage you can do by ironing a jacket. Also, do not steam the jacket in the bathroom.

 

[dv_indian]

Originally Posted by kgmessier

ironing cashmere

http://tinyurl.com/cjzr2s

 

[kgmessier]

Originally Posted by dv_indian

http://tinyurl.com/cjzr2s

I like mine better, but yours is quite good.

 

[dv_indian]

Originally Posted by Doxe

No it is not ok. Hang the coat up and let the fabric relax.

If you doubt this advice do a SF search for "jeffreyd" and steam and you'll find threads talking about the damage you can do by ironing a jacket. Also, do not steam the jacket in the bathroom.

Thanks for the reply!