EDF Fashion (and Fashion Deals) Thread

[pvn]

Originally Posted by DOOM@ALL_CAPS

How do people feel about the break on your pants for suits (and in general I guess)? I recently got a slight break and my dad thought they looked a little short and made my pants seem a little highwaterish. I disagree and think they look fine. Is there any standards/guidelines for breaks?

If you're skinny/fit/trim then you can pull off little or no break much better IMO. Bigger guys need at least a half break and usually a full. I'm 6'5" 260 lbs and I get a full break on all my trousers. No break on a big guy just looks... wrong.

Also, I need some new black shoes for work (business casual). I don't want to spend more than $100 and ideally my range is $60-80. What's decent in that range?

How do you feel about used shoes? You can get a pair of like Alden oxfords in fantastic condition in that price range on ebay. Just watch the seller feedback.

[DOOM@ALL_CAPS]

Originally Posted by pvn

How do you feel about used shoes? You can get a pair of like Alden oxfords in fantastic condition in that price range on ebay. Just watch the seller feedback.

Not sure how I feel about used shoes. Also, I have never been big into shoes or sneakers. How are these: http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/j...7%26slotId%3D1

[pvn]

Yeah used shoes are a little creepy. I've seen a few pairs I've considered sniping but I always end up passing. But you'd be surprised at how many pairs are out there that have obviously only been worn a handful of times.

Anyway those oxfords seem totally fine if you're going to limit yourself to $100. If you're wearing them regularly though it's probably worth investing in a better pair.

Cole Haan is probably a notch up from those, and you can catch them at around the same price.

http://www.josbank.com/menswear/shop...1_10050_101493

[ham on rye]

Originally Posted by scrolls

I'd highly recommend going to styleforum and reading the indochino suit thread. I was very close to buying a suit from them this past week and decided not to after reading through that entire thread. Lots of mixed results but even the people who are happy it's usually after sending it back 1-3 times for adjustments/remakes, just didn't seem worth the hassle to me.

it's free to send back right? it's not like i need it tomorrow or anything. if the fabric is good i can even take it to my local guy and still have a nice tailored suit, shirt & tie for like $400.

[scrolls]

I think you have to pay return shipping but I'm not certain. They definitely reimburse you the cost of the suit if you want to return it though.

[DosXX]

Originally Posted by snagglepuss

bought a few pair of paul smith jeans the other day. their slim fit fits me pretty well and the denim is lighter than my two pair of raw denim so will be nice for the summertime

im pretty sure im going to hong kong tomorrow to get fitted up and ordering some bespoke suits. i don't really ever have a reason to wear a suit outside of fancy dinners and weddings (two in the fall), but it still seems like a good thing to do so i may end up getting 4-5 of them. i think maybe 2 classic suits, 1 flashy/vegasy, and 1 more unique might be what i go for. i don't really have any insight going in, i usually just have a vague idea of what i like and then buy whatever i think will look good and things turn out well enough. any ideas?

Please trip report. I'll be visiting HK in October/November and was thinking about getting some suits/shirts made and sent back to me in the US.

[Tjmj90]

So i got a real job recently and i've been using one of my dads old leather messenger style bags it is in LOLtastic shape so i've decided to buy a new one.

willing to spend up to 600 bucks or so, thinking of Dark brown for the versatility but open to color suggestions.

So EDF what is your brand(s) in messenger bags???

[Gaddy]

Originally Posted by Tjmj90

So i got a real job recently and i've been using one of my dads old leather messenger style bags it is in LOLtastic shape so i've decided to buy a new one.

willing to spend up to 600 bucks or so, thinking of Dark brown for the versatility but open to color suggestions.

So EDF what is your brand(s) in messenger bags???

http://www.saddlebackleather.com/Products/Business-Bags

[pvn]

I have the saddleback thin brief in tobacco. It's nice but you can probably find nicer in that price range. If you want a more rugged indiana jones look, though, it's tough to beat.

[SL__72]

Originally Posted by pvn

I have the saddleback thin brief in tobacco. It's nice but you can probably find nicer in that price range. If you want a more rugged indiana jones look, though, it's tough to beat.

Is it ridiculous that this is one of the main reasons I really want a Saddleback briefcase?

[pvn]

No, not at all. I mean that's one of the reasons I got it. A lot of people don't like the unfinished edges, etc, though.

If you're more like a wall street/attorney type you probably want something with more refinement like http://www.swaineadeney.co.uk/ (eg).

[edavis09]

I'm also looking for a bag...

Originally Posted by pvn

If you're more like a wall street/attorney type you probably want something with more refinement like http://www.swaineadeney.co.uk/ (eg).

Nice recommendation. Too bad the one I want is 1,485 Euros

Think I'll stick with the Indiana Jones (on Wall St.) look.

[miajag]

Random fashion Q: I have a pair of Banana Republic linen pants I've had for a long time, always liked them but haven't worn them in a couple years. Was thinking about wearing them to a beach wedding this weekend. Only problem is, the pants have cargo pockets. Totally unacceptable or just kind of whatever?



fwiw, I would likely be wearing a brown belt, white/pastel dress shirt and seersucker jacket with them

[edavis09]

Cargo pockets are a deal breaker imo

[ham on rye]

cargo pockets are pretty heinous but i am curious to see the full look so i can waffle, but still say "nope."