Marc, why don't you think we've heard more about Raphael from others?


Had Raphael chosen to acquiesce to the overtures of a certain unscrupulous fashion scribe who offered to write glowing articles about him in exchange for free suits, then Raph might have had a higher profile, but at what cost (?), not even counting the monetary cost.  When he told the writer what he could do with his pen and pad, the writer then vindictively proceeded to steer prospective customers away from him. A real asshole in a tweed jacket, no doubt made by another tailor with compromised ethics...and skills.

Last edited by Marc Grayson (2007-01-16 20:29:26)

Last edited by Marc Grayson (2007-01-18 16:01:23)

Marc, my apologies, I guess my tone didn't come across the way I intended. I would consider it disrepectful to make even the slightest demand on Raphael's time unless I were serious about ordering. It would be rude both to him and to clients like you who are presumably waiting for their suits. And, fortunately or unfortunately, at this stage in my life and career I can't justify spending $4,000 for a single suit.

Again, sorry for any confusion or misapprehensions caused by my post!

PB

Last edited by Patrick Bateman (2007-01-22 00:01:44)

The seersucker suit is a work of art. One question though: did you ever consider flat front trousers? I don't know why, I've just never really liked pleats on seersucker trousers, though it's all about fit, and I'm sure Raphael made them look great. Tough to tell since they're not being worn, obviously.