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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 1/10/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Overcoat Rec/ Guidance - Spier and Mackay

Considering Gray Herringbone Overcoat - need guidance on nuances regarding these three options: (1) https://www.spierandmackay.com/product/light-gray-herringbone-belted-overcoat-9643-sbb1 (2) https://www.spierandmackay.com/product/charcoal-herringbone-9644-bmc1 (3) https://www.spierandmackay.com/product/gray-herringbone-liberty-coat-9664-bgc1 Questions: (1) How do the first and second option differ - one is labelled overcoat, and the other balmacaan. To my untrained eye, both look the same. Need views on which one would be more versatile across casual and dress situations. (2) Option 3 looks too ornate to me - but open to suggestions if this one would be more "stylish" compared to first and second. I know it's subjective, but looking for general consensus. (3) Any other options I should consider for around the same budget (available in Canada). Would certainly appreciate further inputs/ considerations to keep in mind while buying an overcoat. Thanks!

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Merino Zip Cardigan recs - and views on quality

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 10/3/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Corduroy Pants recs - LLB, PRL, Patagonia, some other?

Looking for straight/ relaxed fit recs, found PRL ones to be slimmer than I'd like (leg opening 15.5") Also - suggestions on which color to go for - brown, olive, any other? Will be wearing black/ navy outerwear/ tops. Budget < CAD 150 (1) https://www.llbean.ca/llb/shop/0TCR132320.html (2) https://www.ralphlauren.ca/men-clothing-pants/stretch-straight-fit-corduroy-pant/0045979077.html (3) https://www.patagonia.ca/product/mens-organic-cotton-corduroy-jeans-regular/21525.html?dwvar_21525_color=COI Thanks!

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 9/12/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Corduroy Pants - Colors to pair with Tees

Would Black T-Shirts work well with Brown Pants? (Muji Dark Brown or Uniqlo Brown - links next). What other color of tees could work well with these pants? 1 - https://muji.ca/products/mens-kapok-blend-wide-leg-corduroy-pants-ae0yu24a?variant=44068844175548 2 - https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/products/E463954-000?colorCode=COL34&sizeCode=SMA004 Thanks.

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 8/25/2024 in #questions-and-advice

All Black vs. Black (w/ fade) denim jeans

Need views on whether black crewneck tees will go well with these denim jeans: (1) Black (without fade) https://www.levi.com/CA/en_CA/clothing/men/jeans/straight/514-straight-fit-mens-jeans/p/005141615 (2) Black w/ fade https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/ca/p/90s-straight-jeans-50563340 Also, besides the regular white, heather gray tees, any other color of tees that works well with Black denim jeans? Thanks!

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 6/25/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Denim Jeans: Abercrombie vs Levi's

Looking for views on the following jeans - black wash color. https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/ca/p/90s-straight-jeans-48056349 99% cotton and 1% elastane https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/ca/p/athletic-straight-jean-53787885 95% Cotton, 4% Polyester, 1% Elastane I usually wear Levi's 541 (99% cotton/ 1% elastane) - the following model is not in stock https://www.levi.com/CA/en_CA/clothing/men/jeans/taper/541-athletic-taper-fit-mens-jeans/p/181810774 Questions: (1) - Would 4% poly impact durability negatively. From limited reading that I've done - 100% cotton jeans are most durable. (2) - Views on versatility/ utility of dark gray instead of black denim? (3) - Any other brands I should consider (besides Uniqlo) - within ~CAD 100 price range?

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Mmfad

•Created by KAL on 5/26/2024 in #questions-and-advice

3 Season (S/S/F) shoes that are acceptable in Business Casual situations

Looking for summer appropriate leather shoes that hold up well in mildly wet conditions. Further considerations: (1) In terms of formality - something a step above White Leather Sneakers - but not as dressy as Brown Derby Brogue Wingtips (2) A good example is how I've been using Blundstones - work well in Spring/ Fall/ Winter - and are okay in snowy downtown conditions (3) Should have good grip Few options that I've come across are: * LL Bean Blucher Mocs * Paraboot Michaels (way over the amount I'd like to spend) * Boat Shoes (not for Fall) Thanks.

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