kicno10
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Hey All,
Just wanted to say that I've been pouring over the threads on this forum for the past two weeks or so and I think its an amazing resource. I am working in Frankfurt this summer at a bank and I need to upgrade my wardrobe since the dress code in the office is business formal 4 days a week and business casual 1 day. I would love to hear any advice or input you guys have. I have a budget of approx $2,500
What I currently have (that I think it acceptable):
1 navy polo suit, two button - fits decent 38R
brown leather belt
2 ties - both maroon color scheme
1 white dress shirt
What I think I definitely need:
2 suits - 1 navy w/pinstripe, 1 charcoal
6 more dress shirts (white/blue)
2 or 3 ties
2 pairs of dress shoes (either 2 black, or 1 black 1 brown)
1 black belt
2 pairs trousers
The biggest problem I keep struggling with is what type of suits to buy. I've considered everything from JAB up to the 1818 line from BB. I really like the Fitzgerald line but I really dont think my budget allows be to spend $1,600 on two suits right now since I have to buy so much other stuff. I can get the shirts on clearance from BB for 65-75 which seems to be a decent value and I am considering going for a few pairs of used Allen Edmonds on Ebay if I can find some in good shape at the right price (I'm a little worried about the sizing though, especially since the shoes may have formed to their original owners shoes.)
In any case, I'm open to any advice/criticism/etc. I know my list can be expanded to include pocket squares, cuff links, etc. But I really just need to find the best value on the basics right now.
Just wanted to say that I've been pouring over the threads on this forum for the past two weeks or so and I think its an amazing resource. I am working in Frankfurt this summer at a bank and I need to upgrade my wardrobe since the dress code in the office is business formal 4 days a week and business casual 1 day. I would love to hear any advice or input you guys have. I have a budget of approx $2,500
What I currently have (that I think it acceptable):
1 navy polo suit, two button - fits decent 38R
brown leather belt
2 ties - both maroon color scheme
1 white dress shirt
What I think I definitely need:
2 suits - 1 navy w/pinstripe, 1 charcoal
6 more dress shirts (white/blue)
2 or 3 ties
2 pairs of dress shoes (either 2 black, or 1 black 1 brown)
1 black belt
2 pairs trousers
The biggest problem I keep struggling with is what type of suits to buy. I've considered everything from JAB up to the 1818 line from BB. I really like the Fitzgerald line but I really dont think my budget allows be to spend $1,600 on two suits right now since I have to buy so much other stuff. I can get the shirts on clearance from BB for 65-75 which seems to be a decent value and I am considering going for a few pairs of used Allen Edmonds on Ebay if I can find some in good shape at the right price (I'm a little worried about the sizing though, especially since the shoes may have formed to their original owners shoes.)
In any case, I'm open to any advice/criticism/etc. I know my list can be expanded to include pocket squares, cuff links, etc. But I really just need to find the best value on the basics right now.