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[standaloneprotein]

Thousands of losers wait in line for retail stores rather than have everything shipped to them by evil conglomerate

TORONTO - As retail stores opened in Ontario this weekend, thousands of losers, nobodies and morons chose to stand in line to buy items from retail stores instead of just ordering everything from Amazon, the conglomerate run by Jeff Bezos, whose lust for destroying small businesses is matched...

www.thebeaverton.com

 

[Nobilis Animus]

Thousands of losers wait in line for retail stores rather than have everything shipped to them by evil conglomerate

TORONTO - As retail stores opened in Ontario this weekend, thousands of losers, nobodies and morons chose to stand in line to buy items from retail stores instead of just ordering everything from Amazon, the conglomerate run by Jeff Bezos, whose lust for destroying small businesses is matched...

www.thebeaverton.com

Precisely.

 

[Viral]

So, what's up? Are we supporting local/small businesses or are we lining up for hours at Winners/Homesense trying to save a buck? I'm torn.

Would love to do as much as I can if this fucked up government could actually do something for its people - but we remain in lockdown

 

[mebiuspower]

So, what's up? Are we supporting local/small businesses or are we lining up for hours at Winners/Homesense trying to save a buck? I'm torn.

Not really. I bought an Isaia suit from fleabay and pair of (still unworn) EG from their private sale. I guess I did support local businesses by taking the suit to my tailor and the shoes to GTA Shoe Shine.

There isn't really any occasion to wear any CM clothing until I can travel.

 

[suitforcourt]

So, what's up? Are we supporting local/small businesses or are we lining up for hours at Winners/Homesense trying to save a buck? I'm torn.

I've only added Gustin and Brave Star denim to my collection, along with a few pairs of boots. All purchased online. I haven't stepped into a store/mall since beginning of pandemic. Not sure I need to add any work clothes, given I mostly WFH now.

 

[Encore]

Have anyone bought stuff from the real real before.
Hows the duties/ taxes like?

 

[maebach]

What are everyone's thoughts on Mandarin collar shirts? I dont own one but am considering it. I guess it's kind of a party-style shirt? I'd probably wear it to a bbq or bar (lol)

 

[suitforcourt]

I won't repost everything that Corey Hiltz recently did for me (you can check the separate thread I started).

A few pairs needed simple tune ups - new heels and sole protectors. A pair of shell cordovan got grommets, toe taps as well. You can see that the toe taps are completely flush.

And a vintage pair of AE boots was completely rebuilt with new insoles, welts, thick midsole, and Vibram soles.

 

[siddeh]

I won't repost everything that Corey Hiltz recently did for me (you can check the separate thread I started).

A few pairs needed simple tune ups - new heels and sole protectors. A pair of shell cordovan got grommets, toe taps as well. You can see that the toe taps are completely flush.

And a vintage pair of AE boots was completely rebuilt with new insoles, welts, thick midsole, and Vibram soles.

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The boots with the orange vibram soles are ******* ???

 

[KWang94]

Going to be in Montreal next week (due to hockey haha). Any recommendations? I definitely want to go to Nonchalance. Had the chance to speak to them briefly via DMs on IG and they seem like a good spot. Also been to GS Douville in the past and really like that place

 

[bings]

cloakroom bar and Ristorante Da Vinci are my favs.

 

[standaloneprotein]

I am not sure if anyone is interested but, I am selling a pair of Taft Saint boots size 9-9.5 (EU42) We can meet somewhere if you prefer. 80CAD. Rubbers were added and the boots are in good shape.

 

[suitforcourt]

When I first started to look for better made shoes, I naturally found Allen Edmonds. I have sold off most of mine for brands I like, mostly vintage ones like John McHale, Florsheim, Dacks, etc.

I still have a few pairs of their boots. But if anyone is looking to buy more pairs, be aware, they no longer qualify for duties exemptions, as most of the manufacturing is NOT done in US. This is the path that many shoe companies walked. Sad to see.

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[jesuisjesuis]

Any recommendations for knit reweaving in the city? In my case a solid coloured cashmere sweater

 

[rwtc]

Any recommendations for knit reweaving in the city? In my case a solid coloured cashmere sweater

Cheeseworth, 645 Mount Pleasant Road