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[Dark Knot]

I like this extended color wheel. Helps morons like me.

I think its safe to say that we all need a little help with color coordination from time to time!

 

[Notatinyman]

I just got a jacket from indochino. Overall it is flattering but I have a small "X" on the button. I could live with that but the jacket bottom (when buttoned) pulls apart on the bottom and shows a bit of shirt.

Can tailoring fix that? Will an inch of extra room at the buttoning point fix that or does it require a different alteration?

 

[Dark Knot]

Grey typically adds neutrality to a color scheme, so if you can balance it out with a pastel color like a lilac shirt or a light pink shirt, I think it would look really sharp. You'd want to avoid the dark grey flannel though. Just my opinion.

I was mulling over getting this grey tie to wear with a grey suit (prob. mid-grey worsted, but also have dark grey flannel) and a white shirt. Would this be the very stylish and modern look I have in my mind's eye, or a dull disaster?

 

[NaTionS]

Does the My Ebay page look different to anyone else starting tonight?

 

[cptjeff]



Does the My Ebay page look different to anyone else starting tonight?

eBay has been phasing in a new design, with different people getting it at different times.

 

[clarksdb]



Fabric and buttons.

What exactly are the differences in buttons between a sportcoat and suit jacket?

 

[mkarim]



What exactly are the differences in buttons between a sportcoat and suit jacket?

I don't know the differences as far as buttons are concerned, but sports coats can - and should - have more patterns and designs than suits, which are meant to be understated and conservative. Sport coats can have herringbone, hounds tooth, glen plaid, tweed styles/fabrics and louder colors than do suits. You can have more "fun" with sport coats than you can with suits.

Also, sport coat fabrics are usually heavier than suit fabrics.

 

[wildman]

Hi, I'm after a 1930/40's sweatshirt. Kind of like the Buzz Ricksons ones but much cheaper!

http://www.buzzricksons.com/plain-sweatshirt-needle-grey-p-73.html

Any suggestions?

Thanks

 

[clarksdb]



I don't know the differences as far as buttons are concerned, but sports coats can - and should - have more patterns and designs than suits, which are meant to be understated and conservative. Sport coats can have herringbone, hounds tooth, glen plaid, tweed styles/fabrics and louder colors than do suits. You can have more "fun" with sport coats than you can with suits.
Also, sport coat fabrics are usually heavier than suit fabrics.

True but what about if it's a navy blazer but without gold buttons? How would you be able to tell the difference between that and a suit jacket?

 

[KObalto]

^ Generally, a navy suit will be made of a very smooth worsted material while a blazer will have more texture and is often made from a more woolen cloth.

 

[KObalto]



I just got a jacket from indochino. Overall it is flattering but I have a small "X" on the button. I could live with that but the jacket bottom (when buttoned) pulls apart on the bottom and shows a bit of shirt.
Can tailoring fix that? Will an inch of extra room at the buttoning point fix that or does it require a different alteration?

It sounds like your jacket has "open quarters". This is not a flaw and many consider it desirable. I do not believe it can be easily changed.

 

[E TF]

Fabric and buttons.

What exactly are the differences in buttons between a sportcoat and suit jacket?

Suits should really have buttons that match the colour of the cloth (dyed horn or plastic). Odd jackets generally have (but don't have to have) contrasting buttons, or ones made of other materials like leather, metal or mother of pearl. You will see the former rule ignored frequently on SF, which is fine for more casual suits and blazersuits.

 

[Eleganza]

Hello, new here.

I don't know if this is the right place for this question, but what are the rules regarding darts and men's shirts and jackets? Should men's jackets, odd blazers, feature darts?

Thanks fella's.

 

[E TF]

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True but what about if it's a navy blazer but without gold buttons? How would you be able to tell the difference between that and a suit jacket?

If in doubt, avoid it I'd say. Or post a picture here, you'd soon gather enough opinions to form a judgement.

 

[mkarim]



True but what about if it's a navy blazer but without gold buttons? How would you be able to tell the difference between that and a suit jacket?

I'd change the buttons to gold or brown horn (I prefer the latter). In fact thats what I did with mine. If you don't want to, I wouldn't wear it as an odd jacket since it will look like an orphaned suit jacket.

Another difference between suit and sport coat is that the latter can have 2 or 3 patch pockets, making it casual. You don't want to have patch pockets on suits.