HOF: What Are You Wearing Right Now - Part II

Mr. Claymore · Dec 11, 2010

Look at that; I finally got into a contest in time...

First of all I apologize for the unfocused washed out photographs. The camera is borrowed and it is my first time using the self timer.

So, I actually did the opposite of what people on the FNB forum think we do here. Namely, dress up in our "outrageous" outfits just to take pictures but never actually wear them out in public. My conservative business dress outfit was just too boring for me so I changed before I went out. For my wardrobe it was a tough challenge. I had to do some extensive searching to find items conservative enough to fit the bill. I can't remember the last time I wore a barrel cuff shirt or a belt with a suit.

Tie: Ferrell Reed
Belt: Martin Dingman
Socks: Pantherella; Solid Grey
Shirt: Made to Measure Robert Talbott
Shoes: Alden; Plain BLACK Cap Toe, 907
Suit: Mystery Made to Measure Maker, Now Defunct (MMMM,ND)

What I actually wore out today:

Braces: Trafalgar
Tie: Robert Talbott
Cuff Links: Gift, Sliver
Suit: Same, Vest Added
Shoe: Alden, Medallion Cap Toe, 909
Shirt: Made to Measure Hickey-Freeman
Pocket Watch and Chain: Antique, Silver
Pocket Square: Breuer (Points out,

look away!)
Socks: Same (They are the only part of the outfit I did not change or modify)

Hat: Stetson
Gloves: Dents
Overcoat: Made to Measure Hickey-Freeman

Which look do you like better?

SpooPoker · Dec 11, 2010

The voting for "Best Grey Matters" is now open.

NOBD · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by niidawg3

Say it aint so K ...

Yeah, shame on you!

Mr. Claymore · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by MBreinin

Am I the only one who wore black shoes for this challenge?

Not quite the only one...but our photographic evidence is much better...

c_bourgeois · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by bigbris1

No. Pinstripe means business. (note the period)

yes, the financial community in America seems to allow pinstripes or chalkstripes. American politicians are more conservative, sticking to oxford gray or dark blue. This changes in Britain, where politicians seem to wear loud wasp-waisted pinstripes.

For a conservative dinner outfit, a dark blue suit would keep most people out of trouble.

But one has to be careful not to dress like one belongs to a class one does not. This is like making a promise that one will not keep.
That is why I would wear something much more different, if it were possible, like black or maroon velvet blazer.

Threadbearer · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by MBreinin

Am I the only one who wore black shoes for this challenge?
Nope. I thought black shoes were a given in this challenge.

Originally Posted by Mr. Claymore

You have a green thumb, sir. I can never get a good crop of double-breasted suits at this time of year.

TC (Houston) · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by SpooPoker

When did you pick up the Pannny?

July 2005.

Cary Grant · Dec 11, 2010

First 8" shovelled... next 8+ on the way

clarinetplayer · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by Threadbearer

You have a green thumb, sir. I can never get a good crop of double-breasted suits at this time of year.

....whilst standing amid the mustard plants.

Kappelan · Dec 11, 2010

A.L.Z. · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by nmprisons

Originally Posted by nmprisons

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I am troubled by every aspect of your outfit. Is the jacket blue or black? If black, it clashes with the pants and overcoat. If blue, it doesn't work with the pants. How long are your pants? I fear much too long.

The overcoat is . . .

Originally Posted by A.L.Z.

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It's cold in Toronto. Period. And I feel like luxuriating.
Insults...opinions, comments, observations, criticisms, suggestions, ideas--all welcome!

It's cold in Toronto. Period. And I feel like luxuriating.
Insults...opinions, comments, observations, criticisms, suggestions, ideas--all welcome!

I am troubled by every aspect of your outfit. Is the jacket blue or black? If black, it clashes with the pants and overcoat. If blue, it doesn't work with the pants. How long are your pants? I fear much too long.

The overcoat is . . .

The cashmere sportscoat is navy blue, actually.
You don't like my mink overcoat? But it's so soft and warm, how can you not love it?

SpooPoker · Dec 11, 2010

Originally Posted by DocHolliday

A more flared skirt might work well with your broad chest. Typically they go hand in hand, as a flared skirt would look rather odd without a full chest. Right now, the TF waist supression looks a little top heavy to me.

You seem to like a little drama in your clothes (as I do), so I throw it out there for potential consideration.

I do like drama in my clothes, you noticed?

But the flared skirt - I just dont know if I can do it. I tried once, I felt too hippy. I understand what you mean about being balanced with a broad chest, but I felt like a cartoon wearing it. I personally prefer sleeker, cleaner lines, ala TC Houston. If you have a picture of one as an example, I would be curious to see if Im thinking the same as you are.

NOBD · Dec 11, 2010

someotherstyle · Dec 11, 2010

too late for the contest but this is a snoozer...

please excuse the long shirt sleeve, haven't shortened the sleeves yet. And I got to pull up that tie!

NewYorkIslander · Dec 11, 2010

^^^That looks great...not too boring, have the hacking with ticket there.

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