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Freestylin · Sep 20, 2010

Hi all, first time poster here. I'll be attending a rehearsal dinner in the near future - casual dress, no ties but no jeans, jacket optional - and I've got dark gray jacket I was hoping to wear. The color is similar to the one on the left here: http://m14.tmstatic.com/d/5/ml2/318813-P9047010.jpg

My question is, can I get away with wearing that with dark khaki pants and brown belt and shoes? Or is it a no-no to wear that dark of a jacket with brown shoes/belt?

If not, how about the same khakis with black belt and shoes?

Thanks in advance for the help.

dv_indian · Sep 20, 2010

Why do stores sell corduroy pants only during the fall season? Is corduroy comfortable to wear year round?

Buffalonian · Sep 20, 2010

A pinstriped navy suit jacket of mine was ruined in India. It was sent out to be 'drycleaned' and came back wet, battered and shrunk from being handwashed in the river. It was not salvageable. But the pants were spared the holy waters of the Ganges and are just fine.

Is there any outfit that makes sense with navy pinstriped pants? Any thoughts on how/where/with what I might wear these pants. Everything I've tried looks odd.

cptjeff · Sep 20, 2010

Originally Posted by dv_indian

Why do stores sell corduroy pants only during the fall season? Is corduroy comfortable to wear year round?

It's considered a fall and winter fabric becuase the wales make it quite warm for its weight. Weights vary, but for warmer weather you're much better off with a pair or chinos or linen or cotton trousers.

Master-Classter · Sep 20, 2010

Originally Posted by thrice

Could anyone give me a link to where I can buy some nice knit ties? Not high-end, but value for money would be great.
Land's End... These go on sale regularly for around $20-25. I picked up a red one at one point for about $19 I think. Sales a few times a year, just check back a few times. They're nothing special but they play the part.
http://www.landsend.com/pp/NarrowSil...6&origin=index

porcelain monkey · Sep 20, 2010

Originally Posted by Freestylin

Hi all, first time poster here. I'll be attending a rehearsal dinner in the near future - casual dress, no ties but no jeans, jacket optional - and I've got dark gray jacket I was hoping to wear. The color is similar to the one on the left here: http://m14.tmstatic.com/d/5/ml2/318813-P9047010.jpg

My question is, can I get away with wearing that with dark khaki pants and brown belt and shoes? Or is it a no-no to wear that dark of a jacket with brown shoes/belt?

If not, how about the same khakis with black belt and shoes?

Thanks in advance for the help.

I think you are fine with brown belt and shoes, but post a picture if you are not sure and see what people think.

Smudge · Sep 20, 2010

Originally Posted by thrice

Could anyone give me a link to where I can buy some nice knit ties? Not high-end, but value for money would be great.

I've just bought (yet to receive) a couple of knit ties from pancho5000_0 on ebay which seemed quite good value.

MoxJr · Sep 21, 2010

I'm thinking about buying this BB black fleece suit, can someone tell me how it fits/sizing? is it similar to the 1818 fitzgerald fit or is it not as slim fitting? : http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatP...=&sectionsize=

BBC · Sep 21, 2010

Originally Posted by bleachboy

Speaking of tweed, I've seen the term "hook vent" used a lot lately, usually in describing tweed sportcoats. What does it mean?

Here's a thread I authored over at AAAC on the hook vent (http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/f...941-Hook-Vents)

AnnSOS · Sep 21, 2010

Originally Posted by aj_del

^^ Why is pick stitching a casual detail ?
The formality of a garment is lessend (and the interest is often heightened) whenever a design element is visable. Think of the tuxedo - jet black, no pattern. When you incorporate stitching, patterns, color, different cuts or lines - all those elements add visual interest and reduce formality.

Flame · Sep 21, 2010

How are Sebago penny loafers? Worth it for $150 ~?

mjHession · Sep 21, 2010

Please explain the meaning of a "sartorial look."

Is is simply a well fitted good look?

patrickBOOTH · Sep 21, 2010

Originally Posted by Flame

How are Sebago penny loafers? Worth it for $150 ~?

A lot of people like Sebago's but I don't for the simple reason that the soles are glued on to the uppers. There are tons of other loafers out there that are full moccasain construction, or goodyear welted, or even blake rapid.

S. Able · Sep 21, 2010

What color braces should be worn with Navy suits. Thanks in advance.

wetnose · Sep 21, 2010

Originally Posted by JMRouse

The issue I have is that apparently it provides very little, if any, level of water resistance. I tested it when I got home. For the price I paid, I didn't think I would get GOTEX level water proofing, but being that it is a trench coat I would expect it to be able to provide some basic water resistance. Since the price was good and I like everything else about it I am considering ways to add some water proofing. A spray or even perhaps a wax. Anyone have experience or advice with this? I think I may return it if it's a lost cause.

Look around your local hiking store for this spray or others like it.

Don't get the wash in waterproofers - those don't work too well. Also spray one spot of the underside of the coat to ensure the color is not affected.

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