The unofficial Drake's London Appreciation Thread

[htinlinn]

Took some time to take a photo of my fit the other day.

Currently looking for a blazer for S/S. Can't decide between Mk. I and II. Might have to take a trip out to the NYC store to try them on.

 

[nprose]

Has anyone tried the Sid Mashburn Butcher Jacket or Ghost Blazer, and have any thoughts to offer on how it compares to something like a Drake's Games Blazer. I get they are a different vibe, but both seem to fill that casual blazer genre and I'm not sure which one would be more wearable for me.

 

[Phillip Dean]

Has anyone tried the Sid Mashburn Butcher Jacket or Ghost Blazer, and have any thoughts to offer on how it compares to something like a Drake's Games Blazer. I get they are a different vibe, but both seem to fill that casual blazer genre and I'm not sure which one would be more wearable for me.

I don’t own the Ghost but I’ve handled it in store and it’s pretty damn beautiful (and as advertised, feels like nothing). While similar to the Games tailoring, the aesthetic of the Ghost and Butcher are very different; more Ivy style and less workwear, and as a result, probably a touch more conventional and versatile than the Games. Plus the Ghost comes in a fresco-like high twist, which Drake’s has not utilized for the Games.

 

[nprose]

I don’t own the Ghost but I’ve handled it in store and it’s pretty damn beautiful (and as advertised, feels like nothing). While similar to the Games tailoring, the aesthetic of the Ghost and Butcher are very different; more Ivy style and less workwear, and as a result, probably a touch more conventional and versatile than the Games. Plus the Ghost comes in a fresco-like high twist, which Drake’s has not utilized for the Games.

Thanks for this perspective. I don't live in a city where I can easily touch or try on Sid's stuff or Drake's. I guess it's mostly a matter of personal style and preference then. Did you seen the butcher or ghost blazer in Lovat by any chance?

 

[wahnamhong]

Good to see that Matchesfashion has now added Drake’s. It’s a great shop: excellent customer service and massive discounts at their (frequent) sales.

And here we go: 20% off at selected items from Drake’s.

 

[Ortip]

Thanks for this perspective. I don't live in a city where I can easily touch or try on Sid's stuff or Drake's. I guess it's mostly a matter of personal style and preference then. Did you seen the butcher or ghost blazer in Lovat by any chance?

Not a great pic, but here's me a couple months ago in the ghost lovat. I love it and would buy that pacific colored one they just released if it was in the budget. Super thin but not transparent. It does not create the right silhouette with any formal, flannel or cord trousers, and even some khakis are too thick. But with jeans and 5-pockets or light chinos (like poplin, or Sids cotolino) and anything up top from polo to dress shirt, I think it's great. Have worn it to date nights, casual office, networking events, etc.

 

[nprose]

Not a great pic, but here's me a couple months ago in the ghost lovat. I love it and would buy that pacific colored one they just released if it was in the budget. Super thin but not transparent. It does not create the right silhouette with any formal, flannel or cord trousers, and even some khakis are too thick. But with jeans and 5-pockets or light chinos (like poplin, or Sids cotolino) and anything up top from polo to dress shirt, I think it's great. Have worn it to date nights, casual office, networking events, etc.

Looks great and sounds perfect. I mostly wear jeans and 5 pockets anyways. Plus, I'm heading into a California spring/summer, so I won't be wearing anything heavy. It's less green than it looks online, but maybe that's just the photo.

 

[Ortip]

Looks great and sounds perfect. I mostly wear jeans and 5 pockets anyways. Plus, I'm heading into a California spring/summer, so I won't be wearing anything heavy. It's less green than it looks online, but maybe that's just the photo.

It's definitely not a very punchy green. Muted with grey tones. Here it is in sunlight next to some olive trousers for comparison

 

[nprose]

It's definitely not a very punchy green. Muted with grey tones. Here it is in sunlight next to some olive trousers for comparison

Thanks for sharing all these details!

 

[Emcloughlin]

Took some time to take a photo of my fit the other day.

Currently looking for a blazer for S/S. Can't decide between Mk. I and II. Might have to take a trip out to the NYC store to try them on.

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Can I ask where those chino's are from?

 

[justinpledger]

Oh myyy, these chore jackets look incredible (especially the red and the blue). As does the French navy moleskin (not pictured). For me, these are hands down the best items of any recent collaboration that I can think of!

 

[Dan Dynamic]

This one looks interesting as well

 

[espen]

Agreed on both fronts—great dusty hues, and unique fabric choices.

Really considering that butcher stripe chore myself. Just unsure of the weight of it. Moleskin won’t have a ton of breathability into the warmer months. If someone gets to try it on would love to hear about it.

 

[Remy Fool]

Drake's releases branded shirts and hats and everyone is upset

Drake's launches dusty chore coats and trousers and they more or less instantly sell out

Hopefully they adapt moving forward (basically **** words on clothes aside from the care tags)

 

[htinlinn]

Can I ask where those chino's are from?

They are the ecru jeans. Also from Drake’s.