The Official-ish DC Thread

[CollingsD2H]

Is Jack Ryan worth a watch?

 

[smittycl]

Did you pull the trigger on the NMWA-SC linen suit?

I kept the browser page open all weekend. Still thinking about it.

 

[Easily Amused]

I kept the browser page open all weekend. Still thinking about it.

Same here about the gunclub check jacket...

 

[smittycl]

Same here about the gunclub check jacket...

It would be easier if I was actually wearing suits now. I’m guessing the current situation will hold all summer and then we’ll ease back into a more normal situation in the Fall or completely shut down again if the pandemic worsens. Ugh.

 

[Joffrey]

Any thoughts on "luxury" pens? I've run out of my pre-covid supply at my apartment and starting to consider buying some high quality pen (hopefully something I remember not to lose). I'm thinking max $25 which isn't luxury per se but certainly not your typical corner store purchase. I'm literally penless right now so I guess a cheap purchase is in the offing tomorrow to tide me over. Would appreciate any suggestions or purchase guides especially since I may have to purchase online (i'm considering farhney's downtown if I do stop in somewhere). I am open to fountain pens although I do not have experience with them.

 

[bmoredcstyle]

Any thoughts on "luxury" pens? I've run out of my pre-covid supply at my apartment and starting to consider buying some high quality pen (hopefully something I remember not to lose). I'm thinking max $25 which isn't luxury per se but certainly not your typical corner store purchase. I'm literally penless right now so I guess a cheap purchase is in the offing tomorrow to tide me over. Would appreciate any suggestions or purchase guides especially since I may have to purchase online (i'm considering farhney's downtown if I do stop in somewhere). I am open to fountain pens although I do not have experience with them.

not a suggestion but just bought 2 of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ORK0TI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

as I do not think any of my pens mirror the rest of my professional ensemble:

Interview Etiquette: What Type of Pen is Best?

What type of pen is best to take on a job interview? Etiquette Expert and Modern Manners Authority Diane Gottsman gives advice.

dianegottsman.com

I may or may not whip these pens out depending on what type of job I'm interviewing for.

 

[dc_slicker]

I like mine...

https://www.amazon.com/Zebra-29411-Ballpoint-Retractable-Pen/dp/B002L6RB80/

 

[smittycl]

Same here about the gunclub check jacket...

I’m thinking hard about the tobacco linen suit vs commissioning a sport coat in Derek’s summer tweed. Not sure I need both but the summer tweed is a little more subtle and work-friendly.

Getting to NYC isn’t happening anytime soon, though.

 

[mak1277]

Any thoughts on "luxury" pens? I've run out of my pre-covid supply at my apartment and starting to consider buying some high quality pen (hopefully something I remember not to lose). I'm thinking max $25 which isn't luxury per se but certainly not your typical corner store purchase. I'm literally penless right now so I guess a cheap purchase is in the offing tomorrow to tide me over. Would appreciate any suggestions or purchase guides especially since I may have to purchase online (i'm considering farhney's downtown if I do stop in somewhere). I am open to fountain pens although I do not have experience with them.

For $25 my recommendation is a Parker Jotter with an upgraded ink cartridge.

 

[Easily Amused]

Yup, for me jackets are much easier (and more fun) to wear, both when I was going in to the office and now "full-time" teleworking.

I'm also thinking about commissioning a Ring Jacket MTO with The Armoury, but like you, NYC ain't in the cards for the near future...

 

[Easily Amused]

Any thoughts on "luxury" pens? I've run out of my pre-covid supply at my apartment and starting to consider buying some high quality pen (hopefully something I remember not to lose). I'm thinking max $25 which isn't luxury per se but certainly not your typical corner store purchase. I'm literally penless right now so I guess a cheap purchase is in the offing tomorrow to tide me over. Would appreciate any suggestions or purchase guides especially since I may have to purchase online (i'm considering farhney's downtown if I do stop in somewhere). I am open to fountain pens although I do not have experience with them.

Not sure if these are luxurious enough, but if I were going disposable fountain pens, I go with the Pilot Varsity. If you're going for something permanent at that price point, check out the Lamy Safari.

 

[dc_slicker]

Not sure if these are luxurious enough, but if I were going disposable fountain pens, I go with the Pilot Varsity. If you're going for something permanent at that price point, check out the Lamy Safari.

A Primer on Fountain Pens

If you’ve always wanted to see what it’s like to literally get the ink flowing with a fountain pen, this guide offers the basics you need to get started.

www.artofmanliness.com

Lamy Safari seems like a solid choice according to above article

 

[bmoredcstyle]

not a suggestion but just bought 2 of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ORK0TI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

as I do not think any of my pens mirror the rest of my professional ensemble:

Interview Etiquette: What Type of Pen is Best?

What type of pen is best to take on a job interview? Etiquette Expert and Modern Manners Authority Diane Gottsman gives advice.

dianegottsman.com

I may or may not whip these pens out depending on what type of job I'm interviewing for.

I know fountain pens do not fulfill the 2nd criterion if you want one for a job interview:
Do:

• Do select a pen that is reliable and does not skip or leave smudge marks on your finger
• Do write with a fine point or roller ball as opposed to a cartridge pen that could possibly leak in your purse or pocket

 

[jonathanS]

Is Jack Ryan worth a watch?

i thought it was good

 

[blagden.boy]

Hi friends,

I just joined, live in Great Falls, spend entirely too much on Billy Reid, japanese denim, and vintage boots. In fact, I have a pair of Vibergs, never worn, that are too big and available: https://www.reddit.com/r/Shoeexchange/comments/hlqn6z/wts_viberg_service_boot_1052030_bnib/

Happy to join this community and look forward to getting to know some of you.