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•Created by JPVMan on 10/17/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Favorite Classic Corduroy Pants?

What are you favorite classic corduroy pants? I have a nice pair of J.Crew 770 five-pocket corduroy pants I got via eBay, but I'm hoping to get something more classic for a second pair. I'm in the US and willing to spend up to ~$200 for a new pair or <$100 for a used pair. Preferences - Flat front, not pleated - Wider wale (i.e. 8-12 wale) - Classic fit, so not too slim, but not relaxed/baggy - Prefer to not have a permanent crease, so more of a casual pant style than a trouser style Budget - Used: <$100 via eBay - New: Up to ~$200, though would prefer <$150 Things I'm considering J.Crew Classic 10-Wale Corduroy Pant (https://www.jcrew.com/p/mens/categories/clothing/pants-and-chinos/corduroy/CB491) - These look pretty good at $118, but I don't love the colors that much and they are not currently on any discount. I typically try to get at least 40% off J.Crew MSRP. Freenote Cloth Deck Pant Corduroy (https://freenotecloth.com/products/deck-pant-olive-corduroy) - I love Freenote, and their Deck Pants fit me great, but these are $300 and not on sale anywhere. RRL Indigo Corduroy Pant (https://www.ralphlauren.com/men-clothing-pants/indigo-corduroy-pant/648399.html) - These are $445, but I can get for 50% via my sister in law who works for RRL PRL Stretch Straight Fit Corduroy Pant (https://www.ralphlauren.com/men-clothing-pants/stretch-straight-fit-corduroy-pant/625701.html) - These are $125, and I can get for 50%, but I'd be concerned about quality frankly. I also looked at Todd Snyder and Spier & Mackay, but didn't see what I was looking for. Let me know if you've got any ideas. Thanks!

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Mmfad

•Created by JPVMan on 9/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Setting a monthly clothing budget?

Has anyone had success setting a monthly clothing purchase budget and sticking to it? My spending has become a bit of a "problem" over the last 4-5 months, so my therapist is suggesting I set a hard monthly budget and use that to guide all purchase decisions. I just did the terrifying job of adding up what I've spent in total over the last year. Not fun! I probably need to spend 3-4x less than what I've been averaging... I was starting from zero a year ago, so thankfully my actual "need" is much lower now that I've built up a solid wardrobe. But my taste and standards and knowledge have increased over the last 12 months, so I've been targeting nicer stuff recently. And I would love to replace a lot of the "fine" items with "good" and "great" examples, but I guess I need to slow that process way down. I'm finding that hard now that I really know the difference between "fine" and "great"! Let me know if anyone has any similar experience and/or recommendations.

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Mmfad

•Created by JPVMan on 9/4/2024 in #questions-and-advice

Waxed Barbour jacket target discount?

What’s a good target price for a NWT Barbour waxed jacket? There’s a sale near me where they have both the Bedale & Beaufort for 50% off, $400 -> $200. Want to know if that is “steal” territory or happens regularly. Colors available are the classic Sage & Olive, and I believe they have my size in stock. Though I plan to try on in person for sizing given the recommendations I’ve seen in the various guides. Thanks for the help!

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Mmfad

•Created by JPVMan on 7/10/2024 in #questions-and-advice

I have the opportunity to buy anything I want from RRL/PRL/RLPL at 50% off - what should I get?

I have a relative that works at Ralph Lauren. They are able to purchase RRL, PRL, or RLPL items for 50% off full price an 40% off sale price. I’ve been offered to give them a list of things I’d like to buy using the discount. What would you get if you were in my situation? General Notes - Initial Budget (After Discount): ~$1,000 - Current Wardrobe: J.Crew, Wallace & Barnes, Faherty, and a few other similar brands; mostly purchased via eBay over last 6 months - Current Style: Pretty much basic bastard, with a touch of surfer, western, outdoorsy, & preppy at times Ralph Lauren Notes - I’m not really into logos, so would prefer to avoid the Polo logo where possible - I love the RRL style, but have avoided the brand since it typically goes for such an unreasonable premium for what it is. - RLPL stuff looks great and seems very luxurious, but I probably wouldn’t wear most of the items to justify the investment, even with the discount Clothing Needs - Not many specific needs right now; I’ve been able to build up a really solid wardrobe of items via eBay and closet is pretty full - Would happily upgrade to something better, more stylish, or very unique where makes sense (e.g. upgrade from a basic J.Crew shawl collar cardigan to an RRL cashmere one) Thanks!

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