SPIER & MACKAY - Official Affiliate Thread

[jamie411]

Thinking of picking up one of the washed cotton sportcoats, though my typical 40R Slim isn't available - is there that much difference with the 40 contemp? Anything tailoring can't fix?

i usually buy the Slim 40 but have bought some Contemporary from time to time - in both suits and sportcoats. I much prefer the Slim fit overall - the Contemporary feels a bit more roomy throughout. This includes through the chest, waist, and arms. I find these differences a bit more “acceptable” in my suits but have decided not to buy anymore Contemporary. The differences are fairly subtle, but for me at least, they’re enough that I won’t compromise.

 

[Riva]

Ah I see, pretty sure they're horn.
Here is a better image.
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I always have to change the buttons with higher quality horns anyway. You should just order some from Ebay and do the same.

 

[XxLogo]

Ah I see, pretty sure they're horn.
Here is a better image.
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Yea okay, better photo. Looks like that is light horn you got compared to the darn horn. Send Spier an email as they reply more often than Rick on here as he is only on here for few occasions due to being busy a lot. Maybe they can send you some buttons or something if that's the only issue

 

[cr2596]

I have the opposite perspective. I really wish they had an athletic or fuller fit. I have to go up 2 or 4 inches in contemporary just to get a comfortable fit in the thighs and calf. Even contemporary fit feels like a slim fit to me.

If you have thighs and a butt, this is the case.

 

[XxLogo]

Yea I wish there are more extra slim pants offered. The extra slim is more normal slim in other brands which is what I prefer. I've had to taper many SM pants in the past.

I have to agree, comparing these chino's to the chino's of other brands the "extra slim" is definitely more of a traditional slim fit from other brands. However, more of a classic taper from knee down. Maybe the smaller sizes in the future could have slightly more taper from knee down, personally

 

[pmestrad]

I have the opposite perspective. I really wish they had an athletic or fuller fit. I have to go up 2 or 4 inches in contemporary just to get a comfortable fit in the thighs and calf. Even contemporary fit feels like a slim fit to me.

I agree with this 100%. I have to buy a 35 contemporary and then tailor the waist to a 31-32 in order to get them to fit me. Then I usually have to taper the calves a touch as well. Would love an athletic fit. I am sure that Rick has looked into whether or not there is a market for this though.

 

[XxLogo]

So what I am getting from the people that wear the chino's is this, possibly 3 fits: Contemporary, Athletic, and Slim. Maybe adjust the contemporary in some way to suit those that wear it. Athletic is the current slim fit, but with more room in the seat and thigh with slight taper to balance proportions. Then with the current "Extra Slim" becoming the slim fit, maybe with a slight more taper from knee down. Thoughts everyone? @spiermackay

 

[Betelgeuse]

S&M SC, shirt and trousers.

 

[ULCajun]

As much as I’m loving the full traditional seersucker I’m failing to picture the jacket as a separate. I’d obviously wear the trousers more often. Any ideas how to pair it? I’m thinking I should just go with the natural linen jacket instead.

 

[saskatoonjay]

As much as I’m loving the full traditional seersucker I’m failing to picture the jacket as a separate. I’d obviously wear the trousers more often. Any ideas how to pair it? I’m thinking I should just go with the natural linen jacket instead.

Based on geography, I’m sure you have more ideas about seersucker than any of us. Can’t you just walk through the Garden District and take notes? ?

 

[tripreed]

@spiermackay I may have missed it, but are high rise flannel trousers coming for the Fall? I suddenly got a bee in my bonnet for a pair, even though it won't be cool enough to wear them down here for at least 2.5 more months...

 

[shirtandty]

Has anyone requested gold/brass buttons on an MTO sportscoat?

If so, would you please post a photo. Thanks ?

 

[pickergc]

first wear for this jacket. Waist needs let out and trousers (not show ) need work, but I think otherwise it’s decent. I always forget how terribly cotton photographs.

 

[Konnor]

This E.Thomas was a great investment.

 

[cale.robertson]

Bottoli brown slub mix - fresh out of the box picture (ft. S&M denim shirt)

Great fabric, will be very versatile. Here’s a close up shot:

It seems to fit pretty well, just need to shorten the sleeves. However, there’s a bit of extra fabric bunching up behind my upper arm, maybe you all could help me understand this better (ie what can a tailor do to fix it - is it worth fixing.?)
Here’s a picture from behind where you can see the bunching. I’m standing completely neutral:

And here’s a picture without the jacket on, just in case it helps: