Recent Purchases (Classic menswear - formerly Men's clothing)

[ethanm]

Does a Russian reindeer smell like Santa Claus and happiness?

 

[bourbonbasted]

Given the nature of the product, I'd think Santa Claus and death is a closer descriptor. Also vodka.

 

[ethanm]

Given the nature of the product, I'd think Santa Claus and death is a closer descriptor. Also vodka.

 

[in stitches]



I initially fell for a beautiful, ridiculously light Isaia "trench", but at $1800 it was well beyond my budget for an outerwear piece, so I set out to find something "close enough".
My criteria were: casual but-not-too, lightweight, navy (preferred) or black, rain resistant or waterproof, fitted, long enough to cover a jacket. This fits the bill perfectly. It's made out of Gore-Tex so it is completely rainproof - I'm not a big fan of Barbour's oiled canvas offerings, especially in a work environment.

awesome. its a great feeling finding something that meets exactly what you want.

i did the same quite recently. more when it arrives.

They are made by Poulsen, Skone & Co (aka N&L). They are RTW. Cleverley has first right of refusal of the hides, and from what I have heard has sold off a lot of what they initially purchased. So, while rare, there are a few out there to be had. Still a cool story and the leather comes with an unbelievable feel, smell and patina fresh out of the box.
Stitchy, I didn't pay anywhere near retail. Nabbed them off the 'Bay, unworn, for a great price. Tip of the hat to member summej2. I'm still deciding whether to keep or flip.

well done sir. i want to smell your shoes.

 

[imatlas]

well done sir. i want to smell your shoes.

+1. I checked out the reindeer leather at a Cleverly trunk show, it's lovely stuff, with a beautiful and unique grain - and it smells very, very nice.

 

[Kaplan]



Veilance? Had one of these but didn't like the fit

Yup. Was yours the insulated one or a shell?

 

[in stitches]



+1. I checked out the reindeer leather at a Cleverly trunk show, it's lovely stuff, with a beautiful and unique grain - and it smells very, very nice.

i want its smell to resemble that of a cedar closet. very fresh, rustic and pleasantly aromatic.

 

[imatlas]

+1. I checked out the reindeer leather at a Cleverly trunk show, it's lovely stuff, with a beautiful and unique grain - and it smells very, very nice.

i want its smell to resemble that of a cedar closet. very fresh, rustic and pleasantly aromatic.

I'd say that's not too far off - they were treated with birch oil, and a little bit of that spicy woodiness is part of their scent. Seriously, it would make a great cologne.

 

[in stitches]



I'd say that's not too far off - they were treated with birch oil, and a little bit of that spicy woodiness is part of their scent. Seriously, it would make a great cologne.

Now i want a pair, just to smell.

 

[jrd617]



Yup. Was yours the insulated one or a shell?

Shell. It had really tight shoulders. Maybe I should have taken the large instead of medium

 

[Kaplan]

I see. The insulated one I got actually has pretty wide shoulders. If there are any fit issues (for me) it's with the very high armholes...

 

[forex]

Bourbon, If they fit, you should keep.

 

[ljrcustom]

Three pairs of Tod's. Brown driving loafers. light blue suede driving loafers, and brown suede boat shoes.

-LR

 

[in stitches]



Three pairs of Tod's. Brown driving loafers. light blue suede driving loafers, and brown suede boat shoes.
-LR

sounds great, when can we see them?

 

[aaconteh]

Just bought a pair of brooks brothers strands at the Leeds, Alabama Allen Edmonds outlet on sunday. Brown factory-firsts for $110. The sales clerk told me they had an email come in about the sale, just as I was about to lay down 200 bucks. Glad I went to church that day!