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Who do you dress for?
Definitely for myself. Once gave a shot wearing an ascot for a wedding. Know that I looked very different from the rest of the men who attended. But liked the overall attire that I wore an ascot again for another wedding occasion. It is an interesting part of men's fashion that I felt was worth...- leroy
- Post #43
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Fall 2005 D&G/Prada
Seems like recently fashion trends are moving towards combination of both 70s and 80s styling within their designs. The Prada one shows quite a bit of that.- leroy
- Post #4
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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How do you guys store your ties?
I am using tie hangers that allows me to fit in about 10 ties on each side. It allows me to easily slot the ties in and out when putting it against my dress shirts and suits.- leroy
- Post #5
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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What kind of tie should my boss wear
Like Manton, I would rather base on the type of ties for different knots. But I was trained with the Windsor since young and have a tendency to use it in priority for ties that have less hand in fabric. Those with nice hand like the seven-folds would really present a nice knot and a dimple with...- leroy
- Post #32
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Summer Suit
Summer suits with a casual feel or a formal one? Actually myself is not lean and tall but window pane still works fine for me. I chose a summer suit that is medium gray suit with subtle pastel blue window pane. This subtle design would not create much of a problem toward your figure. If going...- leroy
- Post #24
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Cufflinks / Double-Sided on Chain
my dress shirts are made with a slightly bigger cuffs because it rest about 1/2" below my wrist. So it is slightly bigger to fit the bottom of my palm. If I scrunch my hand small enough, it can actually pass through my cuffs. There is no problem with bunching up of the sleeve around the...- leroy
- Post #18
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Doing business casual well
Like Etrusan, I have chosen having cardigans as a replacement over the sportcoats or blazers for business casual days in winter. I have tried shirt jackets and sportcoats that does away with the shoulder padding to give it a more casual feel.- leroy
- Post #21
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Trendy shirts with classic cut suits.
Even a over-worn navy suit can be brought back to life with a different style anytime with interesting patterned dress shirts. Fantastic coordination can be further enhanced through the right combination against patterned ties. It is really an art...- leroy
- Post #10
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Pleats Vs. Flat Front
Flat front pants gives a very clean cut image IMO. Whether it is a loosely draped or tight flat front, the image projected is usually very sleek. For pleated pants, I would go for a single pleat that is slim cut. I don't have any double-pleated pants... Agree with LA Guy about wearing just...- leroy
- Post #23
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Need some new ties
SmartDresser, Think you need to know about the detailing on ties in order to appreciate its quality. You need to have a feel on the weight and texture of the fabric that made up the tie. Those ties made with a fuller fabric, not due to the lining, are signs of quality and it usually gives you a...- leroy
- Post #4
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Shirt Opinions Please (pics)
Pink and blue gives a nice subtle blend. I usually have my button holes sewn with a different color to match the colored patterns on the fabric to avoid too much contrast and yet a subtle detailing. I have also added my white dress shirts with such nice blue threading around the button holes...- leroy
- Post #25
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Dress Pants Alteration Question
good to leave such professional job to your tailor. such "operation" needs to be done professionally to make the addition of the zippers look nice and every part of your pants. best to have the zippers hidden under the seams.- leroy
- Post #10
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Single-needle Stitching
How is chain-stitch sewing method differentiated from a lock-stitch? Can you provide a simple illustration?- leroy
- Post #8
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Suit Advice please?
I am also in my 30s but classic suits never make me look any older. remember it is also your combination with your dress shirts and ties that gives you the final look. Navy blue suits can easily match with many dress shirts and ties. right combination of your navy blue suit with stripe or check...- leroy
- Post #8
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Is there a difference between style & well-dressed
well-dressed might not mean stylish. what we choose to wear reflects our personality, whether being well-dressed, poorly dressed or stylish. example is my boss who is traditional and conservative has all along been well-dressed with perfectly tailored suits and dress shirts + well-made classic...- leroy
- Post #32
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Odd fitting Flannal trousers
That's right. I think Brooks Brothers provide service such as alterations. They can definitely do something good for your pants.- leroy
- Post #4
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Most Admired Shoes
I love my Prada Plain Toe Oxford with nice naked leather that really showed its quality. Second would be another Prada two lace eyelet square apron toe.- leroy
- Post #13
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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SOLID GRAY WOVEN GUCCI TIE
I usually wear gray ties with white shirts, or even window black pane on white fabric shirt. My brother has a light gray shirt which he wears with a pink shirt. Looks fantastic. a pastel based combination. Black/white and gray ties have the tendency to end up with dark color suits or white...- leroy
- Post #5
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Suit Sizing Help
With a big difference in sizing, it might need some extensive alteration becoz it involves not only the waist area but also the rise and pants legs to get the best fit.- leroy
- Post #5
- Forum: Classic Menswear
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Do Women Really Love Stylish men?
Many women would have a slightly deeper impression about men who dress well compared to a slob anytime. At least from my experience but it does not mean that the woman likes a stylish men. Some of my women customers were complaining how their husband over the years have been putting on weight...- leroy
- Post #77
- Forum: Classic Menswear