SPIER & MACKAY - Official Affiliate Thread

[spiermackay]

To you Spier & Mackay pros, has anyone that commissioned a more structured suit from S&M would be willing to share some photos of his results?

I'm interested in trying them out for some work suits but stereotypical British-style (e.g. structured, roped) suits look best on me and I haven't really seen many examples of this from them so I'm a bit hesitant.

This is SF. Shoulder pads don't exist around these parts. Lol. FWIW, I personally am a huge fan of the English style. A strong shoulder and nipped waist in heavy cloth for that suit of armour look.

Any one else around here interested in something like that?

 

[masernaut]

This is SF. Shoulder pads don't exist around these parts. Lol. FWIW, I personally am a huge fan of the English style. A strong shoulder and nipped waist in heavy cloth for that suit of armour look.

Any one else around here interested in something like that?

I would be, but for MTM. With my build a soft shoulder RTW is much more forgiving.

 

[spiermackay]

Hey Rick, quick question. I have been looking for quite some time for a suit in blue or dark blue windowpane with the windowpane being white or cream colored. Something like the picture here in a linen or linen blend. The only ones I can find are more structured than I would like or have lapels too thin for me. Do you have any fabrics that I could order MTM that are similar to this?

I'd have to dig, I'm sure there is something. @SpierTeam can we get on this.

 

[dhizzy123]

To you Spier & Mackay pros, has anyone that commissioned a more structured suit from S&M would be willing to share some photos of his results?

I'm interested in trying them out for some work suits but stereotypical British-style (e.g. structured, roped) suits look best on me and I haven't really seen many examples of this from them so I'm a bit hesitant.

I have a non MTO with padded shoulder and a MTO on the way with them as well. The shoulder padding is very soft and creates a similar effect to the natural shoulder on an American sack suit from a manufacturer like Southwick or Hickey Freeman. I like it as it doesn’t come across too formal, but still provides some structure to the shoulder, which I think works best on a narrower frame.

 

[JustinW]

This is SF. Shoulder pads don't exist around these parts. Lol. FWIW, I personally am a huge fan of the English style. A strong shoulder and nipped waist in heavy cloth for that suit of armour look.

Any one else around here interested in something like that?

Yes! I’m up for an English suit. Maybe even hacking pockets and a ticket pocket.

 

[jcep]

This is SF. Shoulder pads don't exist around these parts. Lol. FWIW, I personally am a huge fan of the English style. A strong shoulder and nipped waist in heavy cloth for that suit of armour look.

Any one else around here interested in something like that?

I've noticed that trend but I've given the soft shoulder look a try and, while extremely comfortable, it doesn't look as flattering on me as a more structured suit, particularly when it comes to a business suit intended for more formal/serious environments.

To add some context, I was referring specifically to MTM for a commission w/ you guys. In regards to the shoulder, I'd be shooting for something similar to the RLBL Anthony/RLPL Gregory (i.e. extended, structured, lightly roped - the body would also be fully canvassed to keep the formality) not something extreme a la Tommy Nutter.

 

[konoyaro]

Let it out. It can be let out at the waist and seat more than 1" easy.

Indeed, they are already at the tailors.
Just providing a data point for would be buyers. If I have to alter the waist, I prefer taking in to letting out due to grater potential of exposing a rough seam, etc.

 

[JustinW]

I’m a little surprised the Angelico Navy & Blue check is still available. I may need to buy it while it’s on sale ... are there any real world pics out there?

 

[spiermackay]

Indeed, they are already at the tailors.
Just providing a data point for would be buyers. If I have to alter the waist, I prefer taking in to letting out due to grater potential of exposing a rough seam, etc.

Well noted sir.

 

[Rugger]

Which of these would you consider more of a staple for someone who doesn't have any brown coats? Fox Brothers Brown Check vs Abe Moon Brown Herringbone? And while neither might be all-season, which could be worn more outside of fall/winter?

Fox Bros. - Brown Check - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li>100% Merino Wool Flannel from Fox Brothers & Co.</li> <li>300 gsm. Three Season Cool Weather Weight. </li> <li>Half Canvas Construction</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Patch Pockets</li> <li>Neapolitan style, unpadded shoul

www.spierandmackay.com

Abraham Moon - Brown Herringbone - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li><span>100% Shetland Wool </span>from Abraham Moon & Sons.</li> <li>375 gsm. Cool Weather Weight.</li> <li>Half Canvas Construction.</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Wide Notch Lapels (4" on Size 40)</li> <li>Unpadded, Spalla

www.spierandmackay.com

 

[VJ01]

Nothing. I wear a 32 contemporary, and all I do is have the leg opening narrowed.

 

[drfwtx]

Which of these would you consider more of a staple for someone who doesn't have any brown coats? Fox Brothers Brown Check vs Abe Moon Brown Herringbone? And while neither might be all-season, which could be worn more outside of fall/winter?

Fox Bros. - Brown Check - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li>100% Merino Wool Flannel from Fox Brothers & Co.</li> <li>300 gsm. Three Season Cool Weather Weight. </li> <li>Half Canvas Construction</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Patch Pockets</li> <li>Neapolitan style, unpadded shoul

www.spierandmackay.com

View attachment 1320484

Abraham Moon - Brown Herringbone - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li><span>100% Shetland Wool </span>from Abraham Moon & Sons.</li> <li>375 gsm. Cool Weather Weight.</li> <li>Half Canvas Construction.</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Wide Notch Lapels (4" on Size 40)</li> <li>Unpadded, Spalla

www.spierandmackay.com

View attachment 1320485

I’d say the fox bro’s jacket as the pattern is very subtle and flannel can dress up or down a bit easier than tweed IMO.

 

[VJ01]

A more structured shoulder creates a great profile for guys with larger stomach.

 

[DonRaphael]

Which of these would you consider more of a staple for someone who doesn't have any brown coats? Fox Brothers Brown Check vs Abe Moon Brown Herringbone? And while neither might be all-season, which could be worn more outside of fall/winter?

Fox Bros. - Brown Check - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li>100% Merino Wool Flannel from Fox Brothers & Co.</li> <li>300 gsm. Three Season Cool Weather Weight. </li> <li>Half Canvas Construction</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Patch Pockets</li> <li>Neapolitan style, unpadded shoul

www.spierandmackay.com

View attachment 1320484

Abraham Moon - Brown Herringbone - Neapolitan Cut Spier & Mackay

<ul> <li><span>100% Shetland Wool </span>from Abraham Moon & Sons.</li> <li>375 gsm. Cool Weather Weight.</li> <li>Half Canvas Construction.</li> <li>3 Roll 2 Button Front</li> <li>Wide Notch Lapels (4" on Size 40)</li> <li>Unpadded, Spalla

www.spierandmackay.com

View attachment 1320485

Fabric wise, I'd say the former. Colour and pattern wise, the latter although the former is versatile as well. Overall if I had to chose in the basis of versatility, I'd go with the former because of the fabric. I own the latter.

 

[norMD]

@spiermackay

As you have mentioned several times there is a +/- 1 cm production margin on RTW. Is MTO made with the same specs or to a higher degree of accuracy?