SPIER & MACKAY - Official Affiliate Thread

[CBrown85]

Broke out the brown tweed. So nice

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I'm wearing almost the same thing today- different tie. Although, I do have a mental illness that requires me to have my tie points exactly the same length, with a perfect dimple.

 

[Genericuser1]

Placed my first order over the weekend for some sweaters and khaki's. Looking forward to seeing how they compare. Can OTR pants be hemmed before shipping? If so what is the up charge?

 

[orange fury]

Debating between one of two suits- the gray prince of Wales check (new, for $348) or the VBC/Neo prince of Wales check (clearance for $349). On the new model, I like the patch pockets, the slightly darker shade of gray, and the slightly heavier weight with 1/4 lining. On the old model, I like the Neo cut/ 3/2 roll. The price is essentially the same, which leaves a not insignificant portion of my decision to fabric. I already have two VBC suits and really like the fabric, but I’ve never tried Dino Filarte. Part of me says “stick with what I know” (the VBC), the other part says try something new (DF).

I guess what I’m asking for is thoughts on the DF fabric. I think I’m leaning towards the new model because of the darker shade of gray, but thoughts on either of these two is appreciated.

 

[CMAc7]

@spiermackay

Is this flannel, or at least a brushed wool? It looks flannel-y, but the description doesn’t say that it is.

 

[madhat]

Debating between one of two suits- the gray prince of Wales check (new, for $348) or the VBC/Neo prince of Wales check (clearance for $349). On the new model, I like the patch pockets and the slightly darker shade of gray. On the old model, I like the Neo cut/ 3/2 roll. The price is essentially the same, which leaves a not insignificant portion of my decision to fabric. I already have two VBC suits and really like the fabric, but I’ve never tried Dino Filarte. Part of me says “stick with what I know” (the VBC), the other part says try something new (DF).

I think I’m leaning towards the new model because of the darker shade of gray, but thoughts on either of these two is appreciated.

I quite like the new one. I haven't hemmed the pants yet though. I don't know about the other, but I did run into a bit different fit when I ordered a clearance item recently.

I have a question for the gallery regarding the two; I picked up a Navy Hopsack jacket from last year I assume. The inner breast pocket is really far over (feels like it's in my arm pit but obviously isn't) and the fit is a bit different as well. Would the clearance model OF mentioned have a similar build?

 

[JFK-esque]

Debating between one of two suits- the gray prince of Wales check (new, for $348) or the VBC/Neo prince of Wales check (clearance for $349). On the new model, I like the patch pockets, the slightly darker shade of gray, and the slightly heavier weight with 1/4 lining. On the old model, I like the Neo cut/ 3/2 roll. The price is essentially the same, which leaves a not insignificant portion of my decision to fabric. I already have two VBC suits and really like the fabric, but I’ve never tried Dino Filarte. Part of me says “stick with what I know” (the VBC), the other part says try something new (DF).

I guess what I’m asking for is thoughts on the DF fabric. I think I’m leaning towards the new model because of the darker shade of gray, but thoughts on either of these two is appreciated.

i own the vbc one and while i love it it reads a bit too light and not weather appropriate for winter in NYC. otherwise its amazing

 

[JFK-esque]

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Is this flannel, or at least a brushed wool? It looks flannel-y, but the description doesn’t say that it is.

i believe Rick called it a Flannella. (light flannel fabric)

 

[othertravel]

I thought that the flannel pin-stripe suits would be flying off the shelves on black friday. Did anybody purchase?

 

[orange fury]

I thought that the flannel pin-stripe suits would be flying off the shelves on black friday. Did anybody purchase?

I like the look of the chalk stripe, but I wasn’t necessarily interested at the moment. I would’ve probably jumped at a solid flannel suit though

 

[walkinginplace]

So my first foray into S&M oxfords did not go well sizewise. I typically wear slim mediums or 15 in neck sizing in most brands, but the 15/33 slim OCBD was way tight. Anyone have any guidance re: sizing for someone who's about 5'10" and some change and 155ish? Probably just going to order 15.5/34 now before they sell out, but half considering going all the way up to 16/34....

 

[CMAc7]

I thought that the flannel pin-stripe suits would be flying off the shelves on black friday. Did anybody purchase?

*Raises hand

I’ve wanted a navy chalk stripe flannel for years, and with my size available at 20% off, I bit. Obviously it isn’t an everyday, or even once a week suit, but it’s certainly special. I’m sure I’ll feel like a million bucks in it the 10-15 times a year I put it on.

 

[orange fury]

So my first foray into S&M oxfords did not go well sizewise. I typically wear slim mediums or 15 in neck sizing in most brands, but the 15/33 slim OCBD was way tight. Anyone have any guidance re: sizing for someone who's about 5'10" and some change and 155ish? Probably just going to order 15.5/34 now before they sell out, but half considering going all the way up to 16/34....

Fwiw, I’m basically the same size (5’11”, 155, 38 chest/32 waist/15 neck/34 sleeve), and I wear a 15.5/34 in Brooks Brothers Milano fit ocbds. I’ve never bought the S&M version, but my inclination would be to size up in the neck

 

[kammerer66]

So my first foray into S&M oxfords did not go well sizewise. I typically wear slim mediums or 15 in neck sizing in most brands, but the 15/33 slim OCBD was way tight. Anyone have any guidance re: sizing for someone who's about 5'10" and some change and 155ish? Probably just going to order 15.5/34 now before they sell out, but half considering going all the way up to 16/34....

15.5/34 slim fit should work well in this case. Your neck will probably swim in the 16.

 

[walkinginplace]

Fwiw, I’m basically the same size (5’11”, 155, 38 chest/32 waist/15 neck/34 sleeve), and I wear a 15.5/34 in Brooks Brothers Milano fit ocbds. I’ve never bought the S&M version, but my inclination would be to size up in the neck

Appreciate the guidance. Just ordered several slim shirts at 15.5/34. A little nervous since Brooks Brothers' website lists the 15.5 Milano as having an additional inch of room in the chest over the S&M 15.5 slim fit.

 

[feelufo]

So my first foray into S&M oxfords did not go well sizewise. I typically wear slim mediums or 15 in neck sizing in most brands, but the 15/33 slim OCBD was way tight. Anyone have any guidance re: sizing for someone who's about 5'10" and some change and 155ish? Probably just going to order 15.5/34 now before they sell out, but half considering going all the way up to 16/34....

Interesting. I also just bought my first OCBD from SM in the same size (15/33 slim) but I’m smaller than you and found it too loose. I’m 5’8” at 135lbs. I typically wear 15/32.33 in Kamakura’s Tokyo slim fit which fits me great.