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[enarchay]

Which Red Wing boots do you recommend? I went to two local dealers (via the store locations link on the website), but most of the boots looked more work oriented; I'm looking for a dressier boot that is suitable for wearing with jeans, khakis, and the like. I couldn't tell which models the boots were which the stores had to offer (all they said was "comfortforce"). I believe one pair they had were these: http://www.redwingshoes.com/productd...px?prodid=1009

 

[KitAkira]

All RWs are workwear-oriented. The Gentleman Traveler (1911???) is the dressier model but it's still a bulky silhouette.

 

[mlyngard]

Originally Posted by KitAkira

All RWs are workwear-oriented. The Gentleman Traveler (1911???) is the dressier model but it's still a bulky silhouette.

Yeah, I'd start thinking outside of Redwing if you want something dressier. Epaulet (an affiliate - see clickable banner at top of screen) has some really nice boots right now and you might get a SF discount still, but I'm not sure. Those Thorogood horsehide boots look awesome (p2)

http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/t.../23/Categories

Also, check out the 'Streetwear shoes and boots' thread here for more ideas.

 

[enarchay]

Well, I realize they're not extremely dressy. But I've seen a lot of people recommending them/wearing them (in the WAYWN threads) with street wear, and some of them are a bit cheaper than brands like AE. Just not sure which models I should be after.

 

[thenanyu]

What's your price range? Redwings go for $200-300 right? I am sure you can get a decent chelsea boot or cap toe boot in that range.

 

[enarchay]

Originally Posted by thenanyu

What's your price range? Redwings go for $200-300 right? I am sure you can get a decent chelsea boot or cap toe boot in that range.

Well... I'd like to stay bellow $200, preferably $150. The Red Wings I saw at my local stores were going for about $150. But I'm not sure which model they were.

 

[Howell31]

Quick question. please pm me if you think you have a good answer. What are the best options to buy scandinavian brands online? i know oi polloi isn't bad and that acne and whyred have their surplus sites--anything else?

 

[lmaozedong]

how do raf mainline button up shirts fit? im usually between a 36 and a 38 so i dont know which to pick..

 

[sq4you]

Description of suit on website:

Wool blend chaulk stripe two-piece suit: Two-button sport jacket with peaked lapels, chest pocket and slash pockets. Center vent. Matching trouser with front slash pockets and rear welt pockets. 12" rise. 38" inseam. 20" leg opening. Available in Navy. Made in Italy. Wool/cashmere. Dry clean.

38" inseam makes sense since pants are unhemmed. but a 20" leg opening??? what does that mean? does that have to be a typo?

 

[kinetic]

I'm a 7.5 in Quoddy, Usually a 7.5 in most shoes. Regular width. What size should I go for in Common Projects, Achilles? 40?

Thanks

 

[roundheadlights]

Originally Posted by sq4you

Description of suit on website:

Wool blend chaulk stripe two-piece suit: Two-button sport jacket with peaked lapels, chest pocket and slash pockets. Center vent. Matching trouser with front slash pockets and rear welt pockets. 12" rise. 38" inseam. 20" leg opening. Available in Navy. Made in Italy. Wool/cashmere. Dry clean.

38" inseam makes sense since pants are unhemmed. but a 20" leg opening??? what does that mean? does that have to be a typo?

http://www.barneys.com/Chalk%20Strip...efault,pd.html

Did you look at the picture that shows trousers with nowhere near 20" leg openings? Tpyo.

 

[sq4you]

Originally Posted by roundheadlights

Did you look at the picture that shows trousers with nowhere near 20" leg openings? Tpyo.

lol. that's what i thought but i didnt know if maybe the measurement was for some other part of the suit like leg opening up by the crotch or something weird.
thanks

 

[FourFemur]

should you size up on low-rise jeans? Ie if your normally a 32, and you get a pair of jeans that have a 7 or 8 inch rise, should you move up to a 33?

 

[KitAkira]

Originally Posted by FourFemur

should you size up on low-rise jeans? Ie if your normally a 32, and you get a pair of jeans that have a 7 or 8 inch rise, should you move up to a 33?
Not if it's going to mess up other measurements, just get a cut with a higher rise

 

[Supadoo]

I just moved into the Raleigh-Durham area, does anyone know of cool shops to check out here?