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#126 2006-11-18 02:19:33
- Horace
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
What's the heaviest weight of worsted that Smith makes? Or made maybe 15 years ago? I'm trying to determine the weight of a cloth that makes up a suit of mine. Just sort of curious. Compared to some stuff that I know is 12 and that I'm pretty sure is 18, I reckon it's gotta be at least 14 oz. I guess the easiest way is to take it in to the tailor and compare to swatches, eh?
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#127 2006-12-21 01:02:30
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
I'm heading over to a tailor in a few days. I wanted to look at some fabric swatches, in addition to the bolts that are there. I'm looking in particular for a lighter weight Shetland herringbone weave in maybe 12 oz. Or even 11 or 10 ozs. I want something just on the high side of respectably middle-of-the-road quality/price. Anyone have some suggestions?
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#128 2006-12-21 01:50:17
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"‘The sense of being perfectly well dressed gives a feeling of inner tranquility which even religion is powerless to bestow." Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not." Oscar Wilde
#129 2006-12-22 04:39:38
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""This is probably the last Deb season...because of the stock market, the economy, Everything..." - W. Stillman.
#130 2007-07-15 16:54:25
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
"I think when you get to luxury goods, it is really essential to never buy from someone who knows less than you do about the goods." - Teplitz's Law as defined by tteplitzmd.
#131 2007-07-15 17:03:36
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Thank you for the attribution. I think in these times of diminishing expectations, Teplitz' law is more important than ever.
#132 2007-07-15 18:49:27
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"‘The sense of being perfectly well dressed gives a feeling of inner tranquility which even religion is powerless to bestow." Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not." Oscar Wilde
#133 2007-07-16 08:17:22
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
Byoloye,
Good looking cloth. Do you have a picture of the jacket made up? Why are they discontinuing this cloth?
And who made the blue suit you are wearing? It would interest me to hear a little about that.
Enjoy!
#134 2007-07-16 12:10:23
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
"I think when you get to luxury goods, it is really essential to never buy from someone who knows less than you do about the goods." - Teplitz's Law as defined by tteplitzmd.
#135 2007-07-17 09:38:13
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
Dear FNB, The largest family owned merchant in England is Lear Browne & Dunsford LTD of which Harrisons of edinburgh is part of not only is the collection larger than rivals it is constantly investing in new qualities such as Moonbeam which is Harrisons new angora and lambswool jacketing coming out this fall....has anyone heard about this new range
#136 2007-07-17 10:05:26
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#137 2007-07-17 11:27:56
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#138 2007-07-17 12:08:26
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
You wear your clothes with panache, Bolaji.
Those Barbera swatches look incredible. I don't find those checks fuddy-duddy at all. With the right cut they can make a classic but contemporary jacket.
#139 2007-07-17 17:49:25
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#141 2007-07-17 23:31:42
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
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#142 2007-07-18 07:05:28
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
Regarding Harrisons Moonbeam you are right...i have been told these designs are much more city than country with a more european look than Harrisons usual,but still made in england...maybe scotland.I think smiths had something similiar...?
#143 2007-07-18 09:42:23
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#144 2007-07-23 17:01:26
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
"I think when you get to luxury goods, it is really essential to never buy from someone who knows less than you do about the goods." - Teplitz's Law as defined by tteplitzmd.
#145 2007-07-23 19:25:30
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
Bolaji, all fantastic-looking stuff.
The suit in the wedding pics is amazing. Great fit. Hugs the waist gracefully.
Quick question: how have those around you reacted when they see the polka dot lining? Personally, I think it's a really fun detail. Definitely a "conversation piece."
Cheers.
#146 2007-07-24 05:17:29
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"‘The sense of being perfectly well dressed gives a feeling of inner tranquility which even religion is powerless to bestow." Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not." Oscar Wilde
#147 2007-07-24 07:45:16
#148 2007-07-24 15:13:56
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Re: A most satisfactory purveyor of cloth
bull, Marc and Suds,
Thank you for your kind words.
Funny enough, I don't think many people noticed the lining. The fact that I wore a 2 button DB was enough to start a conversation.
I really must credit Martin with suggesting the pink polka dots with the DB. He had already made me a navy pin-stripe, with a black and white polka dot lining. So, I was willing to trust his judgement with the DB.
Best regards,
Bolaji
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#149 2007-07-25 04:39:42
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Bolaji,
I like that polka dot lining. It reminds me of those old polka dot mufflers that dandies used to wear.
Jukebox Babe
#150 2007-07-26 04:14:02
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I love the polka dot linings where do they come from does anyone know? thanks.