SPIER & MACKAY - Official Affiliate Thread

[1st Step]

Trying To Jump Start Spring!

 

[ericgereghty]

Yes spring summer. You don’t like them?

Early on, of course, so too soon to say confidently, but, in a word, no. The bulk of what I’ve seen are immediate passes for me.
That said, big fan of their IG post today. May well be something I wind up ogling (perhaps a bit bold for my boring self) unless/until it hands around until a sale, but TBD. In any event, as mentioned many times, I’m boring, so perhaps it’s no great shock I’m a bit ambivalent.
I will say, neither good nor bad, I’d love to chat with Rick and the team to get their POV on certain styling choices. Primarily, what they decide to “fancify” (Milanese lapel, full canvas, etc) and what they don’t. For the life of me I’ll never understand why something like Quest Cotton suit winds up with the Milanese lapel, whereas the charcoal sharkskin from FW (which I recently bought, FWIW) did not. Not that the latter needs it, but it seems far more suited to the fancier touches than a summer cotton suit

 

[Imperatores]

I will say, neither good nor bad, I’d love to chat with Rick and the team to get their POV on certain styling choices. Primarily, what they decide to “fancify” (Milanese lapel, full canvas, etc) and what they don’t. For the life of me I’ll never understand why something like Quest Cotton suit winds up with the Milanese lapel, whereas the charcoal sharkskin from FW (which I recently bought, FWIW) did not. Not that the latter needs it, but it seems far more suited to the fancier touches than a summer cotton suit

My guess is that they decide based on who they think are the most likely buyers. While I agree that a charcoal sharkskin is more deserving of the "fancier" touches, it's also a pretty standard suiting fabric that will likely attract buyers from all parts of their suit-buying customer base. I'm assuming that the quest cotton offerings are bought almost exclusively by us SF weirdos and similarly minded enthusiasts. People who recognize and appreciate (and are willing to pay for) nicer touches like a Milanese buttonhole or full canvas construction. I could be completely off, though.

I agree that most of the SS stuff they've shown so far have been underwhelming, btw. I kind of like the gray linen blend hopsack, but it's ruined by the peak lapels. Hopefully they have some nice wool-silk-linen blends coming at least.

Edit: That charcoal sharkskin looks damn nice... No idea why I didn't really give it a second look until you mentioned it now. Long gone in my size of course. Enjoy it! Hopefully it isn't too sober for your endless collection of wild shirts and ties.

 

[An Acute Style]

spring/summer?

Presumably Spring/Summer...if so, I cannot echo the sentiment, thus far.

Yes spring summer. You don’t like them?

That makes a lot more sense. I thought he was referring to another brand.

 

[ericgereghty]

My guess is that they decide based on who they think are the most likely buyers. While I agree that a charcoal sharkskin is more deserving of the "fancier" touches, it's also a pretty standard suiting fabric that will likely attract buyers from all parts of their suit-buying customer base. I'm assuming that the quest cotton offerings are bought almost exclusively by us SF weirdos and similarly minded enthusiasts. People who recognize and appreciate (and are willing to pay for) nicer touches like a Milanese buttonhole or full canvas construction. I could be completely off, though.

I agree that most of the SS stuff they've shown so far have been underwhelming, btw. I kind of like the gray linen blend hopsack, but it's ruined by the peak lapels. Hopefully they have some nice wool-silk-linen blends coming at least.

Like I said, neither good nor bad, but would be interesting to know the “why” behind it. Pure speculation, but the Minnis sharkskin is something I’d think would be well suited to the bells and whistles treatment.
Speaking of the Quest suit (also neither good nor bad), if it is presented correctly it is the first Milanese half-canvas getup I’ve seen.

 

[classicoutfits]

My guess is that they decide based on who they think are the most likely buyers. While I agree that a charcoal sharkskin is more deserving of the "fancier" touches, it's also a pretty standard suiting fabric that will likely attract buyers from all parts of their suit-buying customer base. I'm assuming that the quest cotton offerings are bought almost exclusively by us SF weirdos and similarly minded enthusiasts. People who recognize and appreciate (and are willing to pay for) nicer touches like a Milanese buttonhole or full canvas construction. I could be completely off, though.

I agree that most of the SS stuff they've shown so far have been underwhelming, btw. I kind of like the gray linen blend hopsack, but it's ruined by the peak lapels. Hopefully they have some nice wool-silk-linen blends coming at least.

Edit: That charcoal sharkskin looks damn nice... No idea why I didn't really give it a second look until you mentioned it now. Long gone in my size of course. Enjoy it! Hopefully it isn't too sober for your endless collection of wild shirts and ties.

I like the brown houndstooth, and the check from today. I would have most likely bought the grey hopsack if it was a notch lapel. Peak lapel on a causal jacket doesn’t add up to me

 

[aglagl]

Looking at a Spier order after a year or so off of buying work clothes.

Has customer service gotten better? Anyone have tips on how to get a response? i never order stuff I may have to return because these guys just never seem to answer my emails. I want to dial in my size for pants and shirts, which means I’d want to order a few items and ultimately return some of it. Comparing slim to contemp, the kind of stuff you want to try IRL vs measure online.

They just flat out ignored an email I sent them last week, and seemingly ignored my follow up request.

It’s deeply frustrating; I’ve thought about flying up to Toronto to get fitted for MTO but I’m not confident they’d be fun to work with given how bad their CS has been for a while now. I stopped buying suits because I need a trouser swap and they just don’t respond in time before stuff sells out.

Do I just need to call them? Is just this just what we put up with for affordable ‘nice’ clothing? Did I get myself blacklisted somehow? I have a BUNCH of Spier suits and sportscoats over the years, you’d think it would give me some sort of street cred with them.

 

[wilcthree]

S/O to the Minnis charcoal sharkskin that dropped FW ‘22. Copped a couple months ago. Have an event to attend in a few weeks, and soon getting it tailored. I’ve got the slickest black punch toe caps to pair with it, too. Yes, boring, but elegant nonetheless.

 

[DonRaphael]

S/O to the Minnis charcoal sharkskin that dropped FW ‘22. Copped a couple months ago. Have an event to attend in a few weeks, and soon getting it tailored. I’ve got the slickest black punch toe caps to pair with it, too. Yes, boring, but elegant nonetheless.

You won't be disappointed. I had it made MTO last year. It's a solid formal choice. It punches above its weight drape wise.

 

[wilcthree]

You won't be disappointed. I had it made MTO last year. It's a solid formal choice. It punches above its weight drape wise.

Indeed. The 13 oz/370 gsm was certainly a draw!

 

[7_rocket]

Alright, went in the store to return and purchase some items I got online.

@Rassul-3D Is correct that the Donegal cardigan fits one size smaller than the regular shawl cardigan.

I was tempted to purchase more items but the frugal in me prevailed. I briefly tried on some times. I have to say the chocolate suede bomber jacket is really nice and thankful it was not in my size.

I'll try to some some pics of my pickups once I get it back from the tailor

 

[XxLogo]

Alright, went in the store to return and purchase some items I got online.

@Rassul-3D Is correct that the Donegal cardigan fits one size smaller than the regular shawl cardigan.

I was tempted to purchase more items but the frugal in me prevailed. I briefly tried on some times. I have to say the chocolate suede bomber jacket is really nice and thankful it was not in my size.

I'll try to some some pics of my pickups once I get it back from the tailor

Patiently waiting until the spring to purchase the medium brown suede trucker jacket lol

 

[JustinW]

Love the high waisted! For reference, I have stumpy little 29.5” inseam legs and am 6’:

 

[1st Step]

Herringbone Gone Wild...

Addressing The Other Forum;

The Shirt Selection
It's True, But I Wasn't Going Too Iron/Press A Shirt (White/Powder Blu) At 10:30 Last Night, Just To Show-Off An (ugly) Tie. It's Funny, By The Time I Got Home With It, I'd Convinced Myself I Could Make It Work, The Tie, Not The Combo. I Haven't And I Won't Be Going Out In This Shirt, I Hate It, Steel Blue and It A Horrible Fit (boglioli 16 1/2 - 41) More Like A 42, Thanks, The Jacket Needs Tailoring, Basting Still In Place, Lapel, Sleeves and Vents, I was Back And Forth On 42/44, I Agree 100%, Thanks For The Compliments And The Thumbs Up...

 

[1st Step]

Wow! Look'ka Here, We Have A (5) Button DB, I'll Have Too Take This As-It-Is, Sweet!