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[ryanmkd]

I have an important question for you folks on this board:


I just bought a pair of slim jim dry japan nudie jeans online. They didn't have the style i wanted in any stores so i bought them online. They're 33x34 which is the exact same as my slim jim dry blacks. I put them on and they fit perfect on the leg, but they're a little baggier on the backside than i would have liked.

I wondered if it was just because the jeans are still brand new and stiff that they're not fitting as snug on the caboose as the other slims i have.

I've played football all my life so my legs are pretty big, so i wouldn't be able to size down without it being crazy tight on the legs.

Any advice on what to do? Whatever input anyone has would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[stills999]

Would appreciate opinions if these Allen Edmonds Evans would go nice with jeans. Or would a non-sporty penney loafer or something else be better?

 

[whacked]

Originally Posted by Dashaansafin

Ah I think I may give Thick as Thieves a try. How do I obtain measurments? Professional tailor? Do I give them my raw measurments?

Also which suit would be suitable for work/interview?


http://www.thickasthievesla.com/product.html

Ah, if this doesn't work out, its HM for me, I hear they have excellent slim fitting suits for us 5'9ers

Lastly, I hear no black suits correct? Tweed, navy pinstripe?

Thanks!

I'd first email GetSmart and ask what measurements he needs, then go to a local tailor, or even a seamstress.


For your first suit, I'd rule out black, tweed, or pinstripes. There's a whole mega-thread in MC on the no-black-suit rule, read if you dare

. Tweed would see little use during warmer months, while pinstripes stand out too much; you don't want to be remembered as the guy who wears the same suit everywhere. Solid charcoal / navy blue in all-season weight wool is your best bet.

Originally Posted by joopie

I constantly see references to measurements of suits, shirts, etc. Would someone care to explain what these measurements mean exactly? Eg: from where to where exactly the the "shoulder" measured, etc.

Thanks!

Google is your friend. Hint: for suits measurement, try searching for "A Harris' guide to measurements"

 

[Dashaansafin]

Originally Posted by whacked

I'd first email GetSmart and ask what measurements he needs, then go to a local tailor, or even a seamstress.


For your first suit, I'd rule out black, tweed, or pinstripes. There's a whole mega-thread in MC on the no-black-suit rule, read if you dare

. Tweed would see little use during warmer months, while pinstripes stand out too much; you don't want to be remembered as the guy who wears the same suit everywhere. Solid charcoal / navy blue in all-season weight wool is your best bet.



Google is your friend. Hint: for suits measurement, try searching for "A Harris' guide to measurements"

Ah thank you. I think ill stick to a charcol or navy suit, unfortunately Thick as Thieves is too expensive for me, Im going to the HM in New York to try on a suit. I am 5'9 and 147 lbs, I should go for a 38s or a 36r?

Thanks!

 

[whacked]

Originally Posted by Dashaansafin

Ah thank you. I think ill stick to a charcol or navy suit, unfortunately Thick as Thieves is too expensive for me, Im going to the HM in New York to try on a suit. I am 5'9 and 147 lbs, I should go for a 38s or a 36r?

Thanks!

You're going to try them instore, yet you have to ask

?


I'd say 38S, since the trou fits slim, but YMMV.

 

[Dashaansafin]

Originally Posted by whacked

You're going to try them instore, yet you have to ask

?


I'd say 38S, since the trou fits slim, but YMMV.

You always educate my noobie mind and I often find you are right

Thanks again!

 

[Vernon-Dozier]

What is the function of a fur lined hooded parka? I get that fur is warm (if you're wearing a fur coat.) However, the fur on the jacket shown does not protect the skin or come in contact with the wearer. Is the purpose to keep snow off the face? Just curious because I see this on alot of coats...

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[Notreknip]

^^ This is actually a really good question.

 

[keikun13]

I saw someone today with some cool looking Asics Onitsukas in black with white stripes. I couldn't tell what material they were made of, but it seemed like they had felt at the top of the toe and the underside of the soles were green. Can anybody name these?

 

[indesertum]

why are steven alan single needle shirts called single needle if the seams are sewn with two needles?

 

[FlyinAsian]

Where does the waist on APC NS sit? Is it on the hip or slightly above?

I plan on sizing down 2 but I'm not sure where to measure my waist in order to get the correct measurement.

Btw do tobi or demonbaronline ever have sales on their APC NS besides the style forum code? Or should I just dish out the ~$140ish for the jeans?

 

[welchey3]

If im not able to visit the New York store, where could I find a pair of raw denim Uniqlo's? I havn't been able to find some where online selling them.

 

[JohnnyCrockett]

How best should I wash my Diesel Viker 72D wash?

They are these:
http://buy.ebay.co.th/buying/en/disp...ight-AUTHENTIC

 

[Johnathan]

A hot soak will shrink stretched out knits to their original state, right?

 

[deveandepot1]

I am looking for some cheap, nice wingtips(Brogues). Does anyone have any advice? I am looking to spend anywhere from 50-150. Thanks in advance.