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  1. Bellafonte27

    ** Quintessential Crockett & Jones Thread ** (reviews, quality, etc...)

    Hey guys, Hate to belabor you all with another sizing question, but I was considering picking up a pair of Islay boots. For comparison, I am a 9UK in Edward Green's Dovers (E606 last) which translates to a 9.5 US. Should I go for the pair in 8.5 UK or 9 UK in the Islays? Thanks!
  2. Bellafonte27

    Eidos Napoli

    Saks does
  3. Bellafonte27

    Bags/Briefcases with suede lining

    Yeah I think that could work. You could also choose to get a briefcase made out of bridle leather. It's very resilient and is low maintenance. You could check out Saddleback leather for some examples. They're a little more rugged than some of the options that you're looking at, but they would...
  4. Bellafonte27

    Searching a M65 jacket...

    I would check the offerings from Aspesi or Epaulet for more higher end options. Otherwise, Alpha Industries does a decent version for a lower price point.
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    Picking a suit for my wedding day: roll the dice online or go local MTM?

    That's awesome! I can totally imagine Sid as a frat bro in college. The guys at SM are pretty spot on when it comes to alterations. An initial and final fitting is all it took for them to get it right for me so I wouldn't worry about going back and forth. They're also very accommodating so...
  6. Bellafonte27

    Picking a suit for my wedding day: roll the dice online or go local MTM?

    Ideally, I would try to contact Haspel's for a summer suit. They're based out of New Orleans and their offerings should be in your price range. Not sure how it would work logistically (would you be able to go one or two times before the wedding for fittings?) Not sure about your location, but...
  7. Bellafonte27

    Getting 'Scuffs' Out of Cordovan Leather

    If the scratches are very superficial, then a good buffing with a horsehair brush should be able to erase them. For more persistent scratches, I would apply a pea sized amount of cordovan cream followed by a thorough buffing with either a brush or clean cloth. Following the MAC method usually...
  8. Bellafonte27

    Loafers or Wingtips?

    I also say you should go with the loafers. They're very versatile, so you could dress them up and down. Not to mention, I personally find them more comfortable. If you're feeling particularly ostentatious, I say you go double bow tie and pick a Belgian loafer (a loafer with a bow tie near the...
  9. Bellafonte27

    Bags/Briefcases with suede lining

    I would second getting a fabric lining instead of suede. As anyone with suede shoes would know, suede could be persnickety in terms of maintenance. I guess it depends on what you plan to carry in your bag, but if it gets wet, there's a chance that the leather could be irreversibly damaged. If...
  10. Bellafonte27

    Office Chinos

    I have several pairs of Land's End chinos for office wear and they're stellar. I have a pair of navy chinos in my rotation that has lasted me two years so far. Check out their tailored fit selection. They routinely go on sale too, so you can buy several pairs for under $150.
  11. Bellafonte27

    Looking for a tie to match a kimono

    It'll be hard to a tie that perfectly matches the kimono (which is stunning, by the way) unless you have it made to order. I would suggest getting a tie that complements or mimics the colors of the kimono. Since you're wearing a navy suit, most ties should go along with it. Something like...
  12. Bellafonte27

    Random Food Questions Thread

    Mashed sweet potatoes!
  13. Bellafonte27

    Day Trip to Washington, Suggestions?

    I second Toki, it's a great restaurant. It serves ramen though, not pho. Just a word of caution, they don't accept reservations and it's usually at least an hour wait to get in.
  14. Bellafonte27

    Day Trip to Washington, Suggestions?

    Hey Razl, Good call on visiting DC, it's a great city. I've lived here for four years now and I'm still not tired of it. It looks like you guys have already been to more tourist-y places so here are some local places to check out. Adams Morgan - Lots of great bars here, I particularly like...
  15. Bellafonte27

    Eidos Napoli

    I work near Tyson's Corner Galleria so maybe some retail therapy is in store for me in the future haha.
  16. Bellafonte27

    Eidos Napoli vs Sid Mashburn

    Great! Thanks again for the help.
  17. Bellafonte27

    Eidos Napoli

    Are there any stockists for Eidos Napoli in DC?
  18. Bellafonte27

    Eidos Napoli vs Sid Mashburn

    Thanks for the insight. Sid's house cut is pretty slim from my personal experience, to the point that I actually had to size up. Do you know if this is the same for Eidos' jackets? I understand that Isaia planned for Eidos Napoli to be a bit more fashion forward to appeal to younger guys, but...

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