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Mmfad
Created by LeoDiCap on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Alternatives to Howlin for scottish wool?
https://bosie.co/pages/brushing-level-guide
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Mmfad
Created by LeoDiCap on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Alternatives to Howlin for scottish wool?
If you order from Bosie, I know you can pay a small fee to get your wool brushed (for that fuzzy texture, like J. Press Shaggy Dog). You can choose how fuzzy you want it to be.
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Mmfad
Created by LeoDiCap on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Alternatives to Howlin for scottish wool?
Yes, same quality! I guess the Howlin premium comes from the more intricate patterns and details... and from advertising, of course.
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Mmfad
Created by LeoDiCap on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Alternatives to Howlin for scottish wool?
Or Bosie (same brand as Harley; their branding makes me confused)
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Mmfad
Created by LeoDiCap on 11/19/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Alternatives to Howlin for scottish wool?
Take a look at Harley of Scotland — Howlin garments come from their factory, if I'm not mistaken.
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Mmfad
Created by Salty Buckets on 11/12/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Good athleisure brands for under $100
Ewww didn't know that. Shame on them. Thanks for the info.
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Mmfad
Created by Salty Buckets on 11/12/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Good athleisure brands for under $100
Never tried them, but I've read great things about American Giant (very thick, I believe). awz5082 is right : House of Blanks is nice, usually has good sales for Black Friday or Boxing Day. I don't like their fits, but Colourful Standards seem to be well regarded.
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Mmfad
Created by Steven on 11/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Crewneck Sweater and Button Down
(I understand the struggle, I too am experimenting with the sweater-ocbd duo)
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Mmfad
Created by Steven on 11/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Crewneck Sweater and Button Down
I feel it looks a bit weird because the collar goes so high/sticks out so much
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Mmfad
Created by fauxhemian on 8/5/2023 in #brands
New Balance
I was annoyed by the 990s fit (too roomy) until I switched to heel lock lacing. Since then I love them; roomy enough for thick socks, but I can also tighten the laces and secure my heels for light socks. Feets not sliding anymore.
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Mmfad
Created by fauxhemian on 8/5/2023 in #brands
New Balance
I've had 6 pairs of NB (574, 997, 998, 990, + two runners) and the fit was pretty much the same except for the 990s v5, which seem wider and maybe a tad longer. Size 10.5 for each pair.
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Mmfad
Created by fauxhemian on 8/5/2023 in #brands
New Balance
This seems to be a particular kind of suede. I bet it's been brushed to give it this texture. Usually the suede is smoothier (compare the 574 pictures you shared earlier, the green pair doesn't show this fuzzy grain).
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Mmfad
Created by fauxhemian on 8/5/2023 in #brands
New Balance
To each its own. I find my 998s way more confortable than my 990v5s. "Better midsole" doesn't really mean anything, especially since we're not talking about running with those shoes. For everyday wear, you also have to think about other stuff like the fabric quality and feel.
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Mmfad
Created by fauxhemian on 8/5/2023 in #brands
New Balance
I beg to differ : 574s were my first pair of NBs and I fell in love with them. For the price point, I think it's hard to find something as confortable. Marshmallow-feel. But I also agree that their heritage line is wonderful. I bought my first two MiUSA second hand on ebay — 998s and 997s —, and paid about 130$CAD for each pair, in mint condition They are really sturdy and the materials are great. Nice suede, you definitively feel the difference.
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Mmfad
Created by evolsirhc on 7/20/2023 in #brands
orslow
Not a fan of the big taper. Love the dad fit though. How thick is the fabric ; it's not raw denim, right?
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Mmfad
Created by Red Mantis on 6/25/2024 in #brands
Reigning Champ
I cannot speak about the material, but just a word of warning : these pieces, like most of their stuff, are now made in Vietnam, not in Canada like it used to be. (RC has been bought by Aritza in 2021)
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Mmfad
Created by evolsirhc on 7/20/2023 in #brands
orslow
Very good to know, thanks! .
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Mmfad
Created by evolsirhc on 7/20/2023 in #brands
orslow
They're much smaller than expected; you're right about shrinking. And following up with the seller is a good idea, I'll look into it — if I can manage my way through Japanese translations!
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Mmfad
Created by evolsirhc on 7/20/2023 in #brands
orslow
I'm asking because I tried the 1950s coverall instore, fell in love with it but I couldn't swallow the sweet Canadian pricing. Size 3 felt pefect. Since then I tumbled into the proxy rabbit hole and I just found a nice size 3, second hand ; the measurement provided by the seller doesn't match the item I tried, and I'm wondering
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Mmfad
Created by evolsirhc on 7/20/2023 in #brands
orslow
Questions regarding tops sizing : does it varies through the years? And is the sizing the same for the Japanese and the American markets?
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