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    is it wrong to mix up the styles?

    I've been at this gig for less than a year so I am by no means an expert, but from my casual observation - my vintage suits (1940s) are much more fitted to me that a lot of more modern boxy and baggy type suits. I would very much prefer a slim fitting suit if it works with the body type than a...
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    How many suits do you own?

    Me too. I've come across several linen sport coats and a linen suit as well. However, I'm having good luck finding vintage stuff at a casual pace so I might just wait till something turns up. I have several modern ones and as I find their vintage equivalent, I'll probably donate the modern...
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    1930s/40s Navy Pinstripe 3-Piece suit, 38-40R

    That, sir, is a gorgeous suit. Good luck in selling it! -Dave
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    Falcon Park Hattery

    I ordered mine on 1/30 and am currently waiting, so you are not alone. I did however tell him to take his time and I'll get it whenever. I also gave him a great deal of a challenge with the ribbon/bow treatment. I'm not too concerned because it looks like I won't really be wearing it till the...
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    Enough to make a grown FLer cry. Tell us your worst finds or ruined clothing stories

    I only hope that I can find a good, reliable place if/when I need to take things. There is a vintage clothing store in town and they usually get all of their clothing (suits at least) dry cleaned and they use a specific cleaner, so there is at least one place in town that is used to seeing a...
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    Enough to make a grown FLer cry. Tell us your worst finds or ruined clothing stories

    Mario, I'm so sorry to hear about that. It takes so much energy and care to preserve these clothes...and then in an instant have them damaged. I hope for the best possible outcome for you. Is it possible to repair bleach stains like that? Can one very firmly request the least invasive...
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    Show us your suits

    Looks great!
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    How many suits do you own?

    I'm glad to know you all are a light-hearted crowd:). The initial intent was to see where other loungers are in this whole business. I'm very interested/excited/curious to see what others own and hope to further my collection. I got started around January so I am brand new to this stuff but...
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    Falcon Park Hattery

    I ordered at the end of January and have had several conversations with Parker throughout that time, last one being a few days ago. My hat probably could have been finished a while back but I have been extremely picky/detailed regarding some of the specs and Parker has been fantastic. When...
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    How many suits do you own?

    I was waiting for a response like this haha:D I suppose it is my complete naivety but I had images in my head of every lounger on here owning hundreds of vintage suits. Maybe I feel a little better about my meager collection. If anything I am going to start trying to hone in on more of...
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    The Vintage Tailoring Thread

    Not sure where to put this exactly, but it relates to suit construction. I have (in the little time I've been educating myself about vintage clothes) always associated skeleton lining with older, 1930s-1940s. I found this about 2 weeks ago: Now check out the date...
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    How many suits do you own?

    After getting on this forum I've accumulated many vintage clothing items. I have a small closet. I am also married. We share a closet:D. The closet is quickly getting packed...but I keep finding nice vintage stuff and I don't know where I'm going to keep putting it. I read a lot of...
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    Thrift store finds - thoughts?

    Hey all, Found some neat items today. I was contemplating picking them up but was still on the fence as I left the store. I left in the evening so there is a good chance they are still there if I went tomorrow. 1st item: 1960s sport coat In very, very good condition. No moth holes. Has...
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    British SB 3 button 2-piece suit dated 11 65; beautiful fabric

    Lining stitching: Pants:
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    British SB 3 button 2-piece suit dated 11 65; beautiful fabric

    Fabric close up: Tag:
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    British SB 3 button 2-piece suit dated 11 65; beautiful fabric

    Hey all! I found this (I think British?) suit and am offering it up for sale to someone who might fit it better. If it fit I'd keep it - the fabric is awesome. It is everything that is desirable about vintage fabric - beautiful pattern, heavy wool, wonderful drape. The suit weighs about...
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    The Vintage Tailoring Thread

    This is a great thread idea. As someone who is very new to vintage clothes, designs, styles, and construction, it will be very educational and perhaps one day I might be able to contribute something of significance. I have noticed in a lot of the tailoring threads I've read on here that when...
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    1940s (?) multi-colored tweed patch pocket SB 3 button sport jacket 46L

    I had always assumed that the skeleton lining was from the 1930s-1940s until I saw very 1950s suit not too long ago with it as well. Old (new) habits die hard :D Is there a rough estimate on when most manufacturers/tailors started going with the upper half-lined back? I've almost...
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    1940s (?) multi-colored tweed patch pocket SB 3 button sport jacket 46L

    Hey guys, Spotted this one on the racks. Don't have it yet but if you want it let me know and if it is still there I'll buy it for you. $20 and that includes the shipping! I hear larger sizes in vintage jackets are harder to come by. The jacket has a nice rougher tweed texture and a...
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    Goodwill buys

    Thanks esteban! Not pictured are also a late 1950s-early 1960s green plaid-ish sport coat and a burgundy sharkskin coat dated 1966 which both fit me like a glove. I also recently found a 1939 Union label tan overcoat that I'm thinking about picking up. It is much thinner and lighter than my...

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