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•Created by MadLuigi on 4/16/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Cotton ethics of Bronson MFG

Any consensus or resources on the ethics of Bronson (or other Chinese brands) in relation to cotton procuring and Uyghur labor? I've had Bronson recommended a few times especially for sturdy quality at the price, and while researching some pieces I just came across an MFA thread that brought this concern up. Made me surprised that I didnt think about that before. Also, would anyone have recommendations for alternatives fitting a similar quality/price point? Bonus if it hits some of the same basics+repro subject area

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Mmfad

•Created by MadLuigi on 4/14/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Is this blazer/coat too boxy?

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Mmfad

•Created by MadLuigi on 2/26/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Switchbacks/zip-offs

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•Created by MadLuigi on 2/16/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Mariner/sailor jeans

Thinking about pulling the trigger on these mariner jeans from taylor stitch before theyre OOS, but wanted to ask if any of yall have recommendations for alternatives in a similar style? Im not the most versed in denim, but havent seen this style much before https://www.taylorstitch.com/products/mariner-jean-in-rinse-organic-selvedge-2502

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Mmfad

•Created by MadLuigi on 2/12/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Recommendations on finding green cargo pants

Grew up in scouts, partial to their green cargo pants with zip-off bottoms, but I think the official pair is polyester. Looking to see if y'all have rec's about finding solid (green) cargo pants. Quality-wise is vintage > modern on average? 100% cotton seems hard to find? Just go search thrift stores for old military surplus? I have found these from Ginew: https://ginewusa.com/products/cargo-pant-spring-23 that meet my requirements, pricey but seems like theyd last forever. And when it comes to vintage or used, I'm not sure if used pants are considered cleanable or a bit ehh in general. For instance, the above pair has a listing on Ebay with a questionable(?) stain: https://www.ebay.com/itm/126300516232 Any input of specific articles, brands, or general tips is appreciated.

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Mmfad

•Created by MadLuigi on 2/5/2025 in #questions-and-advice

Any real hats like this?