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Recent content by hpreston

  1. hpreston

    WAYWRN: Classic Menswear, Casual Style

    Concur with @kid1002 , fit looks good. I would not size down.
  2. hpreston

    The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

    Yeah, what @ericgereghty said, some of them look good, just not for me, maybe it’s the near ubiquitousness of that particular makeup. FWIW, green is my favorite color…..
  3. hpreston

    The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

    I am with you on the green velvet. If I had the need (multiple events during the year) and was adding to existing black tie wear (Midnight DB shawl two piece, and separate Ivory SB shawl odd dinner jacket) I'd likely add a blackwatch or similar odd dinner jacket vice a green velvet (maybe I'd do...
  4. hpreston

    The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

    I think OFB stands for Old Fashioned Braid. ( as shown in link ) As opposed to using the more modern silk facings that match the lapel facings.
  5. hpreston

    The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

    I’ve got a couple questions. How many events per year are you wearing black tie? You’re putting together a midnight rig and black rig, plus a separate dinner jacket to mix and match? So three jackets, two trousers? For shoes, a pump and an oxford should cover you. If you’re adding another...
  6. hpreston

    The Armoury - Official Affiliate Thread

    Fit pic when you have a chance…. Please and thank you
  7. hpreston

    The Official Dieworkwear Appreciation Thread

    I do miss long form DWW. Saving for later, but a quick skim makes me remember why I loved his blog….
  8. hpreston

    The Armoury - Official Affiliate Thread

    Pics?? No. Ring Jacket makes the model 3, 6, 15 etc. St Andrews makes the Armoury 101, 103 etc
  9. hpreston

    Styleforum User reports and questions on technical issues

    Been having similar issues for months. Page reloaded several times just trying to read this post. I’ve messaged with admin with phone platform (iPhone 15 pro, software versions etc.) sometimes things improve slightly, then back to same issues. You are not the only one.
  10. hpreston

    Any One for a Scotch?

    Basically what @venividivicibj said, but I'll add a few things. Scarcity, yes, they produce a much smaller amount than other distilleries. Its got a complexity that is rare among single malts. Its has a smokiness that isn't overpowering. Seaside flavors (again, not overpowering) sweetness...
  11. hpreston

    The Home Ownership Thread

    Reseed the scar…..TWSS
  12. hpreston

    Any One for a Scotch?

    Love Springbank !
  13. hpreston

    The Official-ish DC Thread

    Gents looking for a May meetup, here it is!
  14. hpreston

    The Official-ish DC Thread

    How much did you judge their attire? How many black tie faux pas did you spot??
  15. hpreston

    Bourbon.

    Too much is relative. How’s the whiskey??

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