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JonnyNickels · May 8, 2010

^^Budget?

slash4k · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by JonnyNickels

^^Budget?

Budget: Hopefully something affordable, in pounds less than a 100? I mean if it's a really great pair that I know will last me a long time I might consider splurging but otherwise just something not too expensive

JonnyNickels · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by slash4k

Budget: Hopefully something affordable, in pounds less than a 100? I mean if it's a really great pair that I know will last me a long time I might consider splurging but otherwise just something not too expensive

That's pretty tight. I would keep an eye on B&S. Pounds...are you in the UK?

JonnyNickels · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by dv_indian

A friend of mine is going to London for 4 weeks(lucky bastard, wish it was me, but I digress).
While there he wants to buy a blazer and a pair of formal shoes, each within a $200-$300 budget. Are there any places where he might get something decent looking and durable within that budget?

Why buy a blazer in the UK? In that budget range, there are many more options here in the states.

Shoes...many options in that price range. What do you mean by formal?

dv_indian · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by JonnyNickels

Why buy a blazer in the UK? In that budget range, there are many more options here in the states.

Shoes...many options in that price range. What do you mean by formal?

He is travelling tomorrow. As he is short on time, he wanted to buy the blazer in the UK.
By formal shoe, I mean shoes suitable for office wear.

slash4k · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by JonnyNickels

That's pretty tight. I would keep an eye on B&S. Pounds...are you in the UK?

Yes I'm in the UK, what's B&S? Well even if it's expensive, some recommendations are better none at all! thanks!

JonnyNickels · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by dv_indian

He is travelling tomorrow. As he is short on time, he wanted to buy the blazer in the UK.
By formal shoe, I mean shoes suitable for office wear.

Got it. I would visit Marks and Spenser...not the most prestigious label, but good prices with some decent cloth and cut.

For shoes, Loake is probably the best maker in that price range. Check out Charles Tyrwhitt (full line of menswear, etc.). They rebrand Loake at good prices. Many locations around London. If he has some time, shop around. There may be some deals to be had on better makers (Barker, C&J and Grenson).

Most of all, tell him to enjoy London. It's a wonderful city.

JonnyNickels · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by slash4k

Yes I'm in the UK, what's B&S? Well even if it's expensive, some recommendations are better none at all! thanks!

Buying and Selling here on Style Forum.

Have you looked at Loake? Check out pediwear.co.uk

dv_indian · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by JonnyNickels

Got it. I would visit Marks and Spenser...not the most prestigious label, but good prices with some decent cloth and cut.

For shoes, Loake is probably the best maker in that price range. Check out Charles Tyrwhitt (full line of menswear, etc.). They rebrand Loake at good prices. Many locations around London. If he has some time, shop around. There may be some deals to be had on better makers (Barker, C&J and Grenson).

Most of all, tell him to enjoy London. It's a wonderful city.

Thanks for your input, much appreciated.

bob_loblaw · May 8, 2010

When wearing a suit, is it OK if the tips of my semi-spread shirt collar are visible, or should they be under my lapels?

MrChubbyMcLard · May 8, 2010

Am I the most handsome of them all?

Trapp · May 8, 2010

...(wrong forum)

onix · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by bob_loblaw

When wearing a suit, is it OK if the tips of my semi-spread shirt collar are visible, or should they be under my lapels?

under, unless you're a disco club manager.

bob_loblaw · May 8, 2010

Originally Posted by onix

under, unless you're a disco club manager.

By "visible" I mean like this.

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As opposed to this:

onix · May 8, 2010

^ oh, it's fine like that.

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