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    Show us their suits

    From Ossessione (1943), a film which was banned by the fascists when it was first released, because it featured people behaving badly, something which was of course unheard of in Europe between 1939-1945. ;) Massimo Girotti reminds me of Marlon Brando in this film, especially...
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    The Vintage Tailoring Thread

    There is also a ritualistic pleasure in putting on a solidly built jacket. Btw I am not waging a war on lighter fabrics, I just think it's misleading to write that vintage is heavy, only for winter etc.
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    The Vintage Tailoring Thread

    The fabrics in the article are nice, But over and over again I see this comment, that vintage fabrics are uncomfortable, itchy and heavy. I don't follow? Sounds like propaganda to me. :p
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    How did people in the 40s-50s casually dress? (Without Suits)

    I think it is commendable that you want to go for a classic/vintage style. There are many benefits to being well put together. However, as you are in highschool, which can be a brutally judgmental environment. My humble advise is to make sure your look is lively and flattering, as well as...
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    Show off the sports coats.

    Nice pocket square to brighten up a sober tweed. Like a flower on a rocky mountainside. :) Great graphic on that label. Mine does not have vents. The Harris tweed label is identical to yours.
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    The Thread to Display Your 1930s Suits

    Nothing short of amazing. And I normally don't like dbs. Well done!
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    Show off the sports coats.

    Here is my latest find. (Probably not the best outfit, I just put together something basic to show off the jacket.) 1940s-1950s. I am rather taken with the cut. The shoulders are strong, but not overly wide. It strongly tapers to the waist. Another noteworthy feature is the tiny...
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    Show Us Vintage GERMAN Suits

    Looks very thick and heavy. The yoke creates a 'western' association in my mind, but I suspect there is no intentional connection.
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    What are you wearing today??

    Thank you my good man. I certainly wouldn't say no to a nice clear plastic 1940s pair of glasses, but it's not my top priority. Also they would have to suit me. I would not wear a vintage pair for the sake of their vintage if it they were not flattering.
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    What are you wearing today??

    Early chrimbus party:
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    Agreed.
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    I wear a size 34 trousers, but I'm not overly fussed. I'll take what i can get.
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    I don't suppose you have anything measuring 22 inches armpit to armpit with a 25-26 inch sleeve? Sorry about all the posts, but no edit function so...
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    You know Fastuni, I had spotted both those tweed jackets and was poised to strike, only to find that they were like half an inch to an inch too small in the chest. Not to mention that Greek sports coat. Luck is not on my side. :eusa_doh: ;)
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    Do you always get charged custom fees, or is it a random thing?
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    Post '30s belt-back jackets and suits

    never seen flecked corduroy before. Nice jacket.
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    A jacket like this would render half my wardrobe of stop gaps and fillers redundant. What are my chances of success if I take this picture to a tailor and say ''Make me this!! (please)'' ?
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    1930s perfection: belt back german sports coat

    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/161523597524?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT A real gem.
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    Show us your British suits

    This is the sort of solution I was hoping for as I have all the necessary tools. :D I expect that with this technique you cover the hole with the stitch, rather than actually pulling the two sides of the fabric together, lest it puckers?
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    Show us your British suits

    Thanks for the tips, I didn't intend to press the lapel into a roll, but the jacket will benefit from a clean and a pressing to look fresh again. And I will try the ammonia water trick for the shine. I don't suppose you have any tips for moth holes other than reweaving? They are fairly small...

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