The unofficial Drake's London Appreciation Thread

[billbar]

My EU sized shoes are 47 😔 Does paraboot sell shoes directly? Their web site just seems to direct me to other retailers.

I’m in the UK and order mine through a fantastic retailer who orders them for me from Paraboot.

 

[bill_scoresby]

I’m in the UK and order mine through a fantastic retailer who orders them for me from Paraboot.

May I ask the name of this retailer?

 

[billbar]

May I ask the name of this retailer?

Dychurch Lifestyle. Steve will sort you out!

 

[triton]

My EU sized shoes are 47 😔 Does paraboot sell shoes directly? Their web site just seems to direct me to other retailers.

They do yes, though maybe their website redirects for those outside Europe? I haven't ordered from there before but can add pairs to my basket. This link works for me:

MICHAEL/MARCHE II NUBUCK GRINGO

Piped seam Derby, 2 eyelets. Leather lined model, genuine Norwegian welted, on a genuine rubber sole.

www.paraboot.com

Here in the UK, there are also quite a few retailers that sell large sizes, such as Son of a Stag:

Paraboot

Paraboot brings a slice of France to us at Son of a Stag, crafting shoe creations from the most exceptional materials and with the highest respect for the foot. They believe, "The shoe must adapt to the foot and not the opposite. Our models are the result of our quest for balance and simplicity".

sonofastag.com

 

[icedt]

Any real time advice on Crosby sizing for narrow feet?

 

[Trevallon]

Any real time advice on Crosby sizing for narrow feet?

TTS or size up half. I have narrow feet and absolutely love the Crosbys. (I have both in 11 and 11.5 - 11.5 being easier to wear with thicker socks.)

 

[Mavidpark]

You guys ever see this piece before? Is this legit? Says made in Japan and tag says spring summer 2019.

 

[htinlinn]

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You guys ever see this piece before? Is this legit? Says made in Japan and tag says spring summer 2019.

Seems like it’s legit. I see it in the SS 19 look book here: https://us.drakes.com/blogs/news/ss19-lookbook

 

[NassimBandini]

Trying on that Canadian tuxedo style I have a soft spot for.

That chore jacket cost me an eye but I feel like I’ll be able to get many wears for many years in many different styles.

Just wondering if I should have sized up but mostly because I’ve been contaminated by the slouchy propaganda on the thread. Haha

 

[astrobuoy]

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Trying on that Canadian tuxedo style I have a soft spot for.

That chore jacket cost me an eye but I feel like I’ll be able to get many wears for many years in many different styles.

Just wondering if I should have sized up but mostly because I’ve been contaminated by the slouchy propaganda on the thread. Haha

That looks great to me! My worry in sizing up would be that it might end up being out of proportion with the pants, which are on the slenderer side. Also right now it looks like you've got room for a shetland underneath (which I assume doesn't make it too tight in the arms or across the back?); if you had just a tee on under it would be more roomy/slouchy, but sizing up might take it too far

 

[NassimBandini]

That looks great to me! My worry in sizing up would be that it might end up being out of proportion with the pants, which are on the slenderer side. Also right now it looks like you've got room for a shetland underneath (which I assume doesn't make it too tight in the arms or across the back?); if you had just a tee on under it would be more roomy/slouchy, but sizing up might take it too far

You’re entirely correct! Plus, the shetland is actually a bit big (L) so if that fits, all the other styles I could wear it with should work too!

I guess I have been a bit traumatised by Drake’s sizing.

 

[Jon 1981]

Has anyone purchased

Ecru Lightweight Cotton Canvas Five-Pocket Jeans​

ttps://www.drakes.com/products/ecru-lightweight-cotton-canvas-five-pocket-jeans?syclid=9de412dc-d1f7-4af2-b046-04cb45a96714&utm_campaign=order-confirmation-email&utm_content=product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=OrderlyEmails

Any advice if so?

 

[htinlinn]

Has anyone purchased

Ecru Lightweight Cotton Canvas Five-Pocket Jeans​

ttps://www.drakes.com/products/ecru-lightweight-cotton-canvas-five-pocket-jeans?syclid=9de412dc-d1f7-4af2-b046-04cb45a96714&utm_campaign=order-confirmation-email&utm_content=product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=OrderlyEmails

Any advice if so?

I have a pair from last year. Fits pretty true to size. Compared to other jeans, it fits slightly looser in the seat due to the lightweight nature of the canvas fabric.

It’s a nice alternative to denim in the summer. I wore it a ton.

 

[Jack345]

https://www.drakes.com/products/green-striped-rib-cotton-jersey-sweatshirt Not sure if this is where I'm supposed to ask this but does anyone know anywhere else that sells quality sweatshirts in this exact style (stripes around the cuffs and neck etc.)?

 

[nachobarro]

Morning everyone!

Finally secured one of my all time Drake's grails:

Sadly is too warm to wear here in Spain, it will have to wait

But it's a beautiful piece, nice roomy fit with a nice drape and length (comes down past my knees), lots of pockets (3 inside pockets, 2 big flap pockets on the outside and a ticket pocket), very nice checkered lining, comes with a hood, a belt... made in Italy as well.

I'm sure there are lots of Macs, trench coats out there, but this is peak Drake's, take a classic garment and just nail all the details to have a piece that will pass the test of time.