sartorial beginnings

[jase12]

lets say you've got $2,500 to spend on starting your new wardrobe. what do u spend it on and why?

 

[J Simulcik]

1. Find a good shirtmaker. This is the easiest way to improve the way you dress. 2. Flannels, gabardines, and chinos. Two pair each in basic colors. Because, um, you need pants. 3. Gray suit or Navy suit. You need one of each, but one can wait until later due to budget. 4. Half a dozen ties. Use the guidance found at: http://asuitablewardrobe.dynend.com/...be-part-1.html http://asuitablewardrobe.dynend.com/...be-part-2.html Other than the shirtmaker, ebay and the B&S forum are your best bet to get good quality while staying below budget.

 

[academe]

What industry or profession do you work in? Which country?

 

[Golf_Nerd]

Originally Posted by academe

What industry or profession do you work in? Which country?

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3-4 shirts for about 400
4 ties for about 150
2 suits with alteration for about 900
3 pair of shoes for about 300 each, sum 900

then 3 pocketsquares, t-shirts and socks for about 150

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I would also spent money on a haircut!

 

[JordanH.]

if you got bespoke shirts and suits by jantzen then you'd be able to buy a lot more but i'm not sure about the quality of his stuff. you can find AE shoes from $100-$300 a pair.

i'd get maybe 10 shirts from the jantzen guy, a navy blue suit and a gray one, a pair of black sheos and a pair of brown ones, i'd get at least 5 pocket squares and i don't know how many ties. maybe 5 pairs of socks too.

 

[jase12]

Originally Posted by academe

What industry or profession do you work in? Which country?

i'm a financial adviser in australia

 

[jase12]

+1

Fill in your profile.

3-4 shirts for about 400
4 ties for about 150
2 suits with alteration for about 900
3 pair of shoes for about 300 each, sum 900

then 3 pocketsquares, t-shirts and socks for about 150

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................................................................................2.500

I would also spent money on a haircut![/QUOTE]

1. done thanks for the tip.
2. i'm bald so thats not an issue!