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    New Grenadine Tie- Chipp Neckwear

    My new two tone Italian Grenadine tie is now on my site- www.chippneckwear.com The tie blends a color between wine and purple with navy. Unfortunately my simple camera did not produce a "true" color image. Paul Winston Chippneckwear.com
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    Can a tailored suit be returned to "original" size?

    Additionally , depending on how much time there is between reducing the size and then letting it out, there could be a shade difference the cloth that has been exposed to wear and the cloth that was taken in. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Suspenders/Braces Do's & Don'ts

    In 1982 Lou Lerman ran for governor of NY. In many of his TV ads and posters he was pictured wearing red braces and no jacket. Many of the young law associates imitated the "look". We sold a lot of braces in 1982. ( We still do- we sell grosgrain braces with leather kips for $42,50) I do not...
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    Help fight Breast Cancer

    'The discrete small red words are ,"Fashion Targets Breast Cancer". The tie can be ordered on my site - www.chippneckwear.com. The cost is $40 + $7.50 shipping. A donation of $20 will be made to a cancer charity for each tie purchased. Paul Winston Chippneckwear.com
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    Chipp logo on 3/2 tweed jacket?

    I have no idea what that label is. From the photo the jacket does not look like anything we made. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Who makes extra-short ties? (or, proper tie-shortening technique)

    For those among us who want shorter ties, we can shorten our ties in two ways: 1 Blunt cut and bind them for which we make NO extra charge. 2 Re-cut them to a point, for which there is a $15 charge. The great majority of individuals who ask us to shorten the ties they order opt for the blunt...
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    English Challis sailboat tie

    Any sailors out there in style forum land? I have two small rolls of wool challis with a sail boat motif. One is on a blue ground and one on a green ground. The the blue pictured here is bluer than the image. ( If anyone would like a swatch of the cloth send me your address.) I have enough...
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    Removing Belt Loops?

    Removing the belt loops and adding side tab adjusters can be done and if done by a skilled tailor there is no risk. You need cloth for the side tabs - there may be enough at the trouser bottom. The cost will vary with how the belt loops are sewn on the trousers- if it is necessary to open the...
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    Informal wedding guest attire

    A suit sounds a little "stiff" given what the wedding party is wearing. How about a blazer, no tie and chinos. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Challenge: Post Pictures of an Attractive Red Tie

    Sometime it is fun to wear a frivolous tie. This red tie is a '"puzzle"tie. It reads diagonally left to right starting with the time on the clock. The tie is "The Baseball Score" Paul Winston Winston Tailors/www.chippneckwear.com
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    Need help identifying Tie

    Why don't you contact the manufacturer? Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Tailors who will significantly alter suits in Manhattan?

    I have sent you a personal message. Paul Winston Winston Tailors,www.chippneckwer.com
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    Need help identifying fabric.

    It looks like a self plaid- also called a "shadow" plaid. I do not know of a source who is running such a pattern. You could try contacting Loro Piana. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Best suit jacket alterations NYC New York City

    I only alter jackets my Company has made. I share space with Mid-City Tailoring. Oscar is very good. Our address is 28 West 44th St in the lobby. Paul Winston Winston Tailoring/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    The Tailors' Thread: Fit Feedback and Alteration Suggestions

    Jacket shape looks fine. The sleeves may be a little too long - that is a function of personal taste. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Trying to find out if suits are worth selling

    If you try listing them and meet with no success, donate them to Goodwill or the Salvation Army. They will give you a receipt and usually are willing to value them at a price you suggest. The estate can then take a tax deduction. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Fishtail vs. regular trousers w/ suspenders

    There should be no difference in the comfort and a slight difference in the drape. Some individuals who do not opt for the suspender saddle do so because they want belt loops and always wear a belt. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Ask A Question, Get An Answer... - Post All Quick Questions Here (Classic menswear)

    I think the shirt sleeve length is fine. The jacket sleeves look a little short. The tricky thing about evaluating sleeve lengths- both shirt and jacket - is that when you move the sleeves move. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com
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    Thoughts on what to wear to a nice restuarant for dinner

    There is nothing wrong with a black blazer - Flannel, cashmere, or lambswool with 1/4" edges and seams and silver colored buttons. Pair it with medium gray trousers, a red paisley tie and a pink shirt. We have been in business since 1945. I can count on one hand the number of black suits we have...
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    The Tailors' Thread: Fit Feedback and Alteration Suggestions

    Tell your tailor the crotch is pulling. He/she must let out the crotch and round the seat. Paul Winston Winston Tailors/ www.chippneckwear.com

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