The Ultimate Toronto Thread

[EditedWords]

Anyways...some decent deals on fragrances at Harry Rosen. 15% off, plus $50 kicker if over $500.

In lieu of the kicker, if you use the code RMN75, you get $75 dollars off.

Lastly, Rakuten is offering 15% cashback for Harry Rosen.

Lastly lastly, if you buy a $250 gift card, you get a $25 bonus gift card.

And absolute last:

I commissioned a Samuelsohn MTM a while back, and the result was great. Peak lapel flannel navy chalk stripe with single buttoning point (I was going for the Huntsman look). Will post pics once it's back from alterations.

I've tried MTM and MTO through various makers, and Samuelsohn has the most extensive customization options out of all of them. You can specify the width of the lapel and lower/raise the buttoning point by 1cm - no other major brand (that I know of) offers that. That's in addition to things like adding a ticket pocket, after-dinner split, etc...

But if you're going to try Samuelsohn, make sure you try on the different fits first to get a sense of what works best for your body type. Cosmo for example is close to a regular cut, whereas Madison is a bit more trim.

How much did that MTM suit cost back then if you don't mind me asking? Will be in the market in the near future and looking at options.

 

[suitforcourt]

I ordered two from Meermin some years ago. I think an aspect to note and be aware of is that a shell cordovan belt will be probably made from three parts. I think some of the "character" that this material exhibits so well in shoes isn't as attractive in a belt.

Thanks! Meermine price points are so attractive. But sadly they're sold out.

Yes, I did know that shell belts are 3+ pieces put together. Makes sense for anyone who understands the nature of the hides.

I ordered one from Brooks Brothers in burgundy as they're on sale.

Rego Clothiers in Toronto is an Allen Edmonds stockist and price match to AE website. So I'll pick up a black and brown one from them.

Thanks for the info.

 

[othertravel]

I get that, but don’t see where to add the $75 code during checkout

Click on where it says ‘Have a Promo or offer code’, then you can enter it.

If you don’t see that option, you may need to clear your cookies.

 

[othertravel]

How much did that MTM suit cost back then if you don't mind me asking? Will be in the market in the near future and looking at options.

I commissioned it last year, but only picked it up this month (long story).

All that to say, it was a ‘D’-level fabric, so it was about $2450 + tax.

My next commission will likely be an ‘A’ fabric. I believe that starts at about $2,200.

The highest they go is ‘K’, I think. At that level, you’re getting 100% cashmere.

There is a hack however that can save you some money. If you supply your own bolt of fabric (says Draper’s, or Fox Brothers), they will only charge you ‘A’ fabric pricing for a suit/sportcoat. It’s a good option if you can get your hands on a fabric at a good price.

 

[TimothyF]

Where do you enter coupon codes during checkout? Their UI seems off to me and I can’t see where to do this

So very beta to let everyone know you can't figure out how to save 75 bucks

 

[PCee47]

Anyways...some decent deals on fragrances at Harry Rosen. 15% off, plus $50 kicker if over $500.

In lieu of the kicker, if you use the code RMN75, you get $75 dollars off.

Lastly, Rakuten is offering 15% cashback for Harry Rosen.

Lastly lastly, if you buy a $250 gift card, you get a $25 bonus gift card.

And absolute last:

I commissioned a Samuelsohn MTM a while back, and the result was great. Peak lapel flannel navy chalk stripe with single buttoning point (I was going for the Huntsman look). Will post pics once it's back from alterations.

I've tried MTM and MTO through various makers, and Samuelsohn has the most extensive customization options out of all of them. You can specify the width of the lapel and lower/raise the buttoning point by 1cm - no other major brand (that I know of) offers that. That's in addition to things like adding a ticket pocket, after-dinner split, etc...

But if you're going to try Samuelsohn, make sure you try on the different fits first to get a sense of what works best for your body type. Cosmo for example is close to a regular cut, whereas Madison is a bit more trim.

My MTM factory offers really extensive changes and almost unlimited options (It’s almost always overwhelming for most customers). A small example is just the breast pocket, you can change the length, width, angle of slant, placement on chest, hand sewn bar tacks, even the exact length of the bar tack can be adjusted. These are all just examples of just the breast pocket, then there are additional options for the collar width, gorge height, angle of the gorge, vent height, button stance height, distance between each front button, hip pocket placement, flap width if flap pockets are chosen etc.

Most clients don’t care much for these details, and I’ve honed in on what I think looks balanced as my house cut. To be quite honest, I drew inspiration from some of my own personal garments for proportions/measurements. For example my lapel width matches my Attolini MTM, the front button distance (10.5cm)/stance is similar to Orazio Luciano, and the quarters are rounder and similar to a Florentine cut like Liverano&Liverano to show off the higher waisted house cut trouser. Gorge is lowered along with breast pocket placement like you’d see on The Anthology or BnTailor garments. My house cut simply just combined elements from various makers that I thought looked best, but clients are able to change these options to their liking.

 

[othertravel]

My MTM factory offers really extensive changes and almost unlimited options (It’s almost always overwhelming for most customers). A small example is just the breast pocket, you can change the length, width, angle of slant, placement on chest, hand sewn bar tacks, even the exact length of the bar tack can be adjusted. These are all just examples of just the breast pocket, then there are additional options for the collar width, gorge height, angle of the gorge, vent height, button stance height, distance between each front button, hip pocket placement, flap width if flap pockets are chosen etc.

Most clients don’t care much for these details, and I’ve honed in on what I think looks balanced as my house cut. To be quite honest, I drew inspiration from some of my own personal garments for proportions/measurements. For example my lapel width matches my Attolini MTM, the front button distance (10.5cm)/stance is similar to Orazio Luciano, and the quarters are rounder and similar to a Florentine cut like Liverano&Liverano to show off the higher waisted house cut trouser. Gorge is lowered along with breast pocket placement like you’d see on The Anthology or BnTailor garments. My house cut simply just combined elements from various makers that I thought looked best, but clients are able to change these options to their liking.

That’s good to know. I was considering reaching out to you about a commission. Are you using Zegna out of Switzerland? If not, which company is it?

 

[Parik Shah]

Can anyone recommend somewhere I can get my umbrella repaired? It's a Kent Wang wood handled traditional umbrella.


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Just highlighting this again - any ideas out there to get this fixed?

 

[stephentakesatrip]

Just highlighting this again - any ideas out there to get this fixed?

Is that a hickory handle? What a shame. It looks like a bent rib and a detached stretcher.

There are patio umbrella repair people. I imagine the concepts would be transferable - perhaps contact one of them. And there are YouTube and other umbrella repair videos. But I don't know of a Toronto umbrella repairer. (There is a 90+ year old heritage umbrella store in Vancouver, but I gather they no longer perform repairs.)

 

[TimothyF]

I should have read the previous discussion on SuitSupply on this thread before venturing out, all the gossip notwithstanding. I can confirm the Toronto location has little available besides the shrink-wrap suits. So unless you're after that look of tiny suits with sneakers, or you live for the metrosexual vibe therein, you're better off to save a trip and just order online

Also their overcoating feels very fluffy and immaterial, cheap and lightweight. Albeit based on the very few I touched, I would say in general very overpriced for what you get

 

[suitforcourt]

Update about buying shell cordovan belts.

Brooks Brothers has a decent sale, so bought a #8. Found 2 more on ebay (Allen Edmonds and Brooks Brothers), also in #8/burgundy.

The weak Canadian dollar cost me more. First world problems.

Then ordered a black and brown from Rego Clothiers. They are an AE stockist and will price match the website. Interestingly enough, Rego's price is better than AE website sale.

 

[Omega Man]

Would love to hear more stories on how you keep your umbrella. Got a couple of those long/traditional ones and ended up forgetting them on the train/bus. Brought them along in anticipation of rain later in the day. Hesitant to buy fancier (aka expensive) ones because I will probably lose them too.

 

[larimars]

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[Chambertin]

Would love to hear more stories on how you keep your umbrella. Got a couple of those long/traditional ones and ended up forgetting them on the train/bus. Brought them along in anticipation of rain later in the day. Hesitant to buy fancier (aka expensive) ones because I will probably lose them too.

I own a Francesco Maglia umbrella. I got it in Milan, when I visited the workshop. If I were to forget it at a friend's house or work, it's not the end of the world. I don't subway much but in general, it's hard to forget, it's a solid stick umbrella so not easy to just leave.

 

[othertravel]

So here it is: my attempt at the Paul Stuart look without the Paul Stuart pricing.

Like most PS tailoring, this is made by Samuelsohn. In order to get the PS look, I had to ask for manual modifications to the block pattern, including, but not limited to, widening the lapel to 4 inches, and lowering the buttoning point by 1cm.

The suit is also single buttoned. I'm going to let out the trouser leg, as it's a bit too trim for my liking - there's just under an inch to let out.

The fabric is a flannel chalkstripe by Zegna.

For my next commission, I'm going to keep the same lapel width and buttoning point, but add a second button and a ticket pocket. I'm also going to go for a more regular fitting trouser - this one's the 'trim' model. Lastly, I'm going to opt for minimal shoulder padding.