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Mmfad
•Created by Ninjury on 11/15/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Tailoring Brands for Short Men
Hello, I’m looking for brands that sell RTW suits and sports coats that are small enough for shorter men. In terms of quality, I’m looking for something along the level / tier as The Armoury or The Anthology.
In particular I’m looking for a soft shoulder, lowish buttoning point, and medium to generous lapels.
Any suggestions would be appreciated!
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Mmfad
•Created by Ninjury on 11/9/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Largest reasonable drop for RTW and MTM tailoring?
Hello! I have a 40 inch chest and 30 inch waist, though often get closer to 41/29 depending on the season. I understand standard drop between chest and waist measurements is 6. Is it reasonable for me to find a good suit that’s either off the rack or made to measure with these proportions? Any particular brands known for a muscular build?
(I’m also very short - 5’4 - with broad shoulders to add to the fun proportions)
Thanks!
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Mmfad
•Created by Ninjury on 10/3/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Camel Hair from Spier & Mackay
Anyone have experience with Spier & Mackay's pure camel hair fabric from the mill Leonard? I can’t find any reviews, images or even info about the mill that’s not on their website
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Mmfad
•Created by Ninjury on 10/1/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Deciding on an Overcoat
I'm looking to get a Polo Coat or a Balmacaan, but am having difficulty deciding on which style would suit me best. In Fall and Winter I tend to wear chunky knits and chords or a tweed sports coat for something on the more fancy side. One factor to consider is that I'm short and quite muscular. I've heard advice that both long coats and doublebreasted coats aren't great for short men.... but I kinda don't really care. I want that dramatic swish and the fact that I'm short isn't gonna stop me! What other considerations should I think about when making this decision? Any particular recommendations? Budget is around 1K USD.
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Mmfad
•Created by Ninjury on 7/5/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Shoe and Pants combo with Black Polo
For a work event, I’ll need to wear black polos. The nice shoes I have in my collection include black calf monkstraps, brown derbies (Armagnac shell cordovan) and a slightly lighter brown pair of service boots in calf.
With these choices, what pants options might you recommend and with what shoes? I’m weary of mixing black and brown, but would prefer to wear the brown shoes if I can make it work!
For pants options, I’m considering a mid blue jean, salmon linen chinos or grey or teal slacks, but I’m open to suggestions!
Thanks 🙂
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