EDF Fashion (and Fashion Deals) Thread

[SL__72]

Originally Posted by skunkworks

Saddleback bags look quite nice. Be aware that the thick full grain leather is heavier than you may think.

Yeah, they'll last forever but the ebay one I linked is like 8 lbs lol.

[Doug Funnie II]

Originally Posted by manupod

I want a nice leather messenger bag. Similar to the one I posted above (from Jcrew for $225). What other brands should I consider? Looked at Coach and Tumi. Price would be $400 tops, unless I really needed to spend more to get exactly what I wanted/tremendous value on a used piece.

I'd stay away from Coach and Tumi. Not that they're that bad quality, but any company that caters to middle aged white women is going to churn out an overpriced, mediocre product. I'd stick to the more outdoor oriented companies like Filson, Barbour, Saddleback, maybe Orvis, etc.

Why so keen on leather? IMO it's kind of a played out style at this point, and it's certainly a much bigger pain to care for than canvas or waxed cotton. I have the Filson medium field bag that's made out of oil finished twill and that's been a very good purchase.

[Sly Caveat]

Originally Posted by manupod

SLy,

where do you get reviews of Jcrew products?

It's made by Belstaff, so technically not a JCrew product, just made for J Crew. I read some reviews of the Belstaff bags in a thread on Styleforum.

[manupod]

Originally Posted by Doug Funnie II

I'd stay away from Coach and Tumi. Not that they're that bad quality, but any company that caters to middle aged white women is going to churn out an overpriced, mediocre product. I'd stick to the more outdoor oriented companies like Filson, Barbour, Saddleback, maybe Orvis, etc.

Why so keen on leather? IMO it's kind of a played out style at this point, and it's certainly a much bigger pain to care for than canvas or waxed cotton. I have the Filson medium field bag that's made out of oil finished twill and that's been a very good purchase.

already have a canvas bag for class. want a nice leather something for court.

Originally Posted by Sly Caveat

It's made by Belstaff, so technically not a JCrew product, just made for J Crew. I read some reviews of the Belstaff bags in a thread on Styleforum.

ok, thanks.

[jws43yale]

Originally Posted by Doug Funnie II

I'd stay away from Coach and Tumi. Not that they're that bad quality, but any company that caters to middle aged white women is going to churn out an overpriced, mediocre product.

I know this was in reference to the leather bags, but I disagree about Tumi being overpriced and mediocre. Their ballistic nylon briefcases are absolutely awesome.

[Thremp]

I thought Tumi was for middle aged white men?

[Doug Funnie II]

Originally Posted by manupod

want a nice leather something for court.

Briefcase.

[Thug Bubbles]

Any good Jacket recommendations?

I'm not looking for a winter coat, more of a stylish jacket that has personality. Namely, something that can be worn with relative warmth in winter, while not too layered or heavy for early spring.

In other news, I think I found my favorite pair of shoes:

Bally's

Not quite worth 700+ for, though.

[DetlefSchrempf]

New charcoal Alfani suit plus dark red skinny tie purchased from Macy's today for about $250 total, pics to follow. Fits awesome, seems like it could be worn anywhere.

[krmont22]

Had to return a piece of luggage at Tumi and they would only give me store credit. I have 640 dollars and would sell it for a reasonable offer if anyone is interested. PM me.

[icepick]

Originally Posted by icepick

Anyone ever get any custom shirts from J. Hilburn? My wife got me a gift certificate for Christmas. I had my meeting with my girl tonight, picked some fabrics, fit, cuff, etc. 3 weeks till I get the first one.

Received the first one yesterday. It appears to be the nuts. I think I may be spoiled for life now.

Originally Posted by Fyte On

I don't know the brand, (might be something on styleforum) but that's an awesome gift from the wife. Very good call on her part.

You are correct, both the gift and my wife are awesome! She enjoyed me mentioning your comment too.

[z28dreams]

So,

I finally bit the bullet and went to a tailor to be measured for some custom fit dress shirts.

Now, however, I'm trying to decide on a few colors/patterns/fabrics to completely redo my wardrobe.

I'm a little overwhelmed by all the options. There are only so many blue shirts I could own.

If anyone would be kind enough to pick out a few patterns (I'm thinking maybe 7-10 shirts to start) I would be forever indebted.

Here's a link:
http://www.moderntailor.com/pub/desi...n=selectFabric

I'm thinking maybe 2-3 blue shirts, a pinkish shirt, a purplish shirt, what else, maybe some green?
I'm also a fan of striped shirts with 2 complementary colors.

Thoughts on stripes vs. checks? Oxford vs twill vs herringbone patterns?

I'm pretty pale so generally avoiding yellow/orange colors.

[z28dreams]

Here are a few patterns I liked, but am open to suggestions:

http://www.dc4me.com/other/shirts-cropped.jpg

[Sly Caveat]

Did you have some done already? If not, then you should get the minimum for your first order. Getting 10 shirts only to find out the measurements were wrong or they have some other problem would be bad. Lots of nice patterns on the fabrics though.

[skunkworks]

Wow what's with the crazy disparity of price between fabrics.

I would recommend some of the more basic fabrics to start. I would go with a blue oxford, a white oxford (button down collar on those), a plain white & plain blue fabric with normal point collar (or spread collar if you prefer and don't have a wide face), I like the purple/white check fabric, and I'd end up getting some of the gingham check fabrics probably as well (R28 - sweet). I personally tend to dislike stripey shirts unless they're particularly compelling, mostly because of the stripey shirt phenomenon has made them kinda trite (and whose steps the plaid shirt phenomenon will be following shortly).

Some of it also depends on whether you're looking for formalwear shirting or something a bit more casual.