Thom Browne is over

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by rgoldstein

I think the shirts, ties, shoes, etc are what will keep the line going. I mean, my next purchase will likely be their shell longwings. Just perfect business shoes. I know that the BF OCBD is most definitely StyleForvm approved, as its really just a great shirt.

As for the suits, if you tailor the pants to a normal length you're in the same fit territory as many other trendy suitmakers, and the construction is excellent. I think Browne will be around for awhile.
The construction used to be excellent in 2007 and 2008, but went down hill in 2009 and hasn't recovered. The suits and overcoats I bought in 2009 have all been donated because of their poor quality of construction and fit.

 

[ALFAMALE]

Wearing Thom Browne stuff can make you look like a sex offender...

 

[rgoldstein]

Originally Posted by JayJay

The construction used to be excellent in 2007 and 2008, but went down hill in 2009 and hasn't recovered. The suits and overcoats I bought in 2009 have all been donated because of their poor quality of construction and fit.

Really? Well from what I understand the BBBF stuff is top notch. Its supposedly all full canvassed, bemberg linings, hand stitched, made in USA, etc. Also the shoes look incredible. Most of the Black Fleece offerings are shell, with some nubuck mixed in.

So maybe his mainline has suffered....which is sad to hear.

 

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by rgoldstein

Really? Well from what I understand the BBBF stuff is top notch. Its supposedly all full canvassed, bemberg linings, hand stitched, made in USA, etc. Also the shoes look incredible. Most of the Black Fleece offerings are shell, with some nubuck mixed in.

So maybe his mainline has suffered....which is sad to hear.

No, I'm talking about BBBF. Trust me, it has slipped considerably since the line was introduced fall 2007. There are several threads about the decline of BF here on SF.

 

[rgoldstein]

Originally Posted by JayJay

No, I'm talking about BBBF. Trust me, it has slipped considerably since the line was introduced fall 2007. There are several threads about the decline of BF here on SF.

Well that sucks major donkey balls.

 

[fcuknu]

suits use to be caruso and 2700, now they are Southwick and 1900. The quality has gone down, but so has the price

 

[dunga]

The comments about Thom Browne's sales are interesting, but I was focussed more on his significance as a designer. It seems that his moment has past and he is not churning out any significant work as compared to designers with more artistic creativity like Tom Ford and Alber Elbaz. Now that the shrunken suit is passe, no one cares about Thom Browne and he has nothing else to offer.

 

[ALFAMALE]

I believe peewee had all his suits tailored by thom browne..

 

[KenRose]

I live in Calgary and have seen this one older guy downtown wear it. I'm not sure where he buys it but he looks completely ridiculous. I have never understood the appeal of it.

 

[BABuckeye]

Good riddance.

 

[xudisco07]

For some people they look good. I have a BBBF suit, but the jacket length is correct for me so I don't look like my jacket shrunk and I didn't have the pants hemmed to man-pri levels. Sure a guy who is 6 foot will look ridiculous in it, but for those people who need shorter jackets it can look good.

 

[TonyThe Tailor]

Originally Posted by JayJay

No, I'm talking about BBBF. Trust me, it has slipped considerably since the line was introduced fall 2007. There are several threads about the decline of BF here on SF.

His Signature line is made by Oxxford

 

[lasbar]

Originally Posted by ALFAMALE

I believe peewee had all his suits tailored by thom browne..

And i'm sure his trousers all have zips for quick opening...

 

[Working Stiff]

Judging by the ubiquity of slim, no-break pants on this forum, I think the Thom Browne influence is still quite strong. I agree, though, that its popularity is waning.

 

[fcuknu]

Originally Posted by dunga

The comments about Thom Browne's sales are interesting, but I was focussed more on his significance as a designer. It seems that his moment has past and he is not churning out any significant work as compared to designers with more artistic creativity like Tom Ford and Alber Elbaz. Now that the shrunken suit is passe, no one cares about Thom Browne and he has nothing else to offer.

In terms of menswear, Tom ford is a stylist, not a designer and Alber doesnt design the mens line.