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[Brian SD]

Check his blog. There are some cotton/lycra fabrics listed there.

 

[Get Smart]

No seersucker....

in general I'm not into the idea of "summer suits" (since I don't wear one for work) and if it's that hot the last thing I want to wear is a suit. I sympathize with those who do have to.

I do have the cotton/lycra....tho years ago I did read someplace, and I would agree with it after having made myself a cotton suit, that cotton actually isnt cooler to wear than a lightweight wool. The cotton suiting fabric has a harder finish to it so it's less drapey than wool and I wouldnt imagine it being cooler on a hot day. It is a nice alternative to wool since I have it avail in some odd colors, but I wouldnt say it's easier to wear when it's hot.

 

[RyanLeez0r]

BrianSD's pic of his new tweed 2 button suit on the TaT blog site looks ridiculously good. I would say best i've seen so far. Anymore pics Brian?

 

[Casanova White]

Just seen that myself and it's convinced me that TaT is almost certainly worth having a go with. The cut just looks so expensive and well fitted.

Just PM'd Jason in fact before I found the blog and the pictures on there.
Excited!

CW

 

[greentorii]

hi Get Smart,

Are you guys planning to get any navy pinstripes fabric anytime soon?

Thank you.

 

[Ataturk]

I think people should post their measurements along with their pictures-- I'm fairly slim, but I have a feeling I'd look ridiculous in one of these suits. Just how thin do you have to be?

 

[Get Smart]

Originally Posted by greentorii

hi Get Smart,

Are you guys planning to get any navy pinstripes fabric anytime soon?

Thank you.

I have some navy pinstripe, not much as I never get many requests for pinstripe

Originally Posted by Ataturk

I'm fairly slim, but I have a feeling I'd look ridiculous in one of these suits. Just how thin do you have to be?

the average buyer isnt that skinny...just normal-slim

a 36-38" chest with 30-32" stomach/waist is about the average size of buyers

 

[greentorii]

Originally Posted by Get Smart

I have some navy pinstripe, not much as I never get many requests for pinstripe

the average buyer isnt that skinny...just normal-slim

a 36-38" chest with 30-32" stomach/waist is about the average size of buyers

That's very encouraging to hear, as i am 38 chest and 31 waist. gonna order a suit soon, can't wait!

It's still $400 for styleforum members right?

With regards to navy pinstripes...umm I thought it was almost inappropriate to wear a pure black or navy suit? This suit is for business occasions (networking, interview)...i swear to god i read in quite a few places with people saying not to pure blacks suits. Any insights on this?

 

[dimshum]

Jason,

How different is the ivy sack blazer from, say, a regular suit two button suit jacket in your line? I'm trying to decide whether I should buy an entire suit and simply wear the blazer as a casual item as well or invest in just a blazer.

Also, what fabric/color would make an extremely versatile (dressed up or down) blazer?

 

[Philosoph]

Originally Posted by greentorii

With regards to navy pinstripes...umm I thought it was almost inappropriate to wear a pure black or navy suit? This suit is for business occasions (networking, interview)...i swear to god i read in quite a few places with people saying not to pure blacks suits. Any insights on this?

The guys over in MC will tell you that the "rules" state that black should be reserved for evening-wear, in which case you shouldn't be wearing a suit, but rather a tuxedo. The black suit is therefore the ill-begotten bastard child of menswear and is to be despised. Anyone caught violating this rule will be bludgeoned with copies of Manton's book.

Navy is fine though. There's never anything wrong with a plain navy suit. Saucemaster had a pretty good pic of his in the What Are You Wearing Thread about a week or two ago if you want to take a look.

 

[greentorii]

the one saucemaster was wearing looks good.

Now that exact same 3 button suit, what are the real options available in terms of tie? I don't think the standard width of tie will work, cause lapel is pretty thin.

BUT, i don't like slim/skinny ties either because i don't think it's professional for a business networking/interview event.

Would the suit work with a tie with a width of 3 1/2?

image attached:

 

[Mr. Potato]

Just got my suit today. Great work guys. The jacket is perfect. I guess e-mailing him almost everyday regarding the measurements helped

. The pants need altering though. They're a little bit bottom heavy currently. I'm gonna have it reduced an inch throughout. Will definitely order again in the future.

 

[Philosoph]

Originally Posted by greentorii

the one saucemaster was wearing looks good.

Now that exact same 3 button suit, what are the real options available in terms of tie? I don't think the standard width of tie will work, cause lapel is pretty thin.

BUT, i don't like slim/skinny ties either because i don't think it's professional for a business networking/interview event.

Would the suit work with a tie with a width of 3 1/2?

I think that's actually the 1-btn model, with 2.5'' notch lapels. A skinner tie would look better, but that doesn't mean it has to be a "skinny" tie. Maybe something around 3''? That width can definitely be professional - the British have been doing it for a long time.

 

[greentorii]

Originally Posted by Philosoph

I think that's actually the 1-btn model, with 2.5'' notch lapels. A skinner tie would look better, but that doesn't mean it has to be a "skinny" tie. Maybe something around 3''? That width can definitely be professional - the British have been doing it for a long time.

cool, thanks for the insight =)

@mr.potatoe: how is the construction/quality of the jacket compared to some name brands? and what colour is that suit? it's hard for me to tell on my computer screen

 

[Mr. Potato]

Originally Posted by greentorii

cool, thanks for the insight =)

@mr.potatoe: how is the construction/quality of the jacket compared to some name brands? and what colour is that suit? it's hard for me to tell on my computer screen

I can't speak for quality, since this is the first suit I have that cost more than $400. Though out of my H&M, and various Macy's suits, the construction definitely feels better. On a first impression basis, probably comparable to Ralph Lauren Blue Label.

If there's anything to complain, it's the fabric. I got the medium gray super 120. The colour is a lot lighter than shown in my pic. It's no Zegna, but for $450+, it's still a fantastic MTM deal that's hard to pass up.

If you're worried about tie width, Jason will definitely work with you to make your suit more conservative as with mine. Replacing my 3 - 4" width tie collection with skinnier ties just for a suit is certainly inconceivable.