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    Measuring a Suit Jacket for Sale on Ebay

    Best way to do the chest is to button the jacket and lie it on a table. Spread the arms out to the sides. Make sure it's totally flat and stretch it out a bit when measuring. Measure across the widest part from armpit to armpit and multiply by 2. You also should measure across the shoulders...
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    Dress shirts - help!

    Welcome to the club. Unfortunately, "baggy" is the norm. However, there are some labels (such as Brooks Brothers) offering slim-fit options.
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    Show us your suits

    Good looking coat... nice cut, decent sized lapels. Get it pressed, though. ;)
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    Belts or Suspenders?

    Suspenders, easily. Much more functional and comfortable than a belt.
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    Single breasted peak lapel

    GREAT jacket!! Hope it didn't break the bank. Wouldn't mind finding something like that for myself. Someone needs to show these pics to J Peterman.
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    Help with menswear; sizes, fit & proportions

    Size can never be trusted. It's ALL about measurements. If you intend to sell any of this stuff online you're going to need real measurements that are accurate (you'll be asked for them anyway). No man looking to buy a suit ever asks for "a medium." You need at least some basic measurements...
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    Help with menswear; sizes, fit & proportions

    There are no rules and it varies throughout history but generally, the jacket chest is about 8" wider than the trousers' waist, give or take an inch or two. Shirts really have no bearing on anything else. "Off the shelf" shirts are made with room to accomodate many different chest sizes...
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    Single breasted peak lapel

    I agree. Also, you can see how the gorge is skewed off to the side and does not form a perfect symmetrical "V" shape. The buttons are not where they were designed to be.
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    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Thanks so much for the info! You say your favorite is the 1965... any particular reason? Or is it more about the nostalgia? Very true! My coat (all six pounds of it) has served me well this winter. It keeps out the chill better than anything I've ever had.
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    Help with my prom

    Wool tuxes can be had for under $250, but you really do get what you pay for. Quality tuxes are not cheap... unless you go vintage.
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    Help with my prom

    Most tux shops' idea of "vintage" is a 70's powder blue bell-bottom nightmare with a ruffle shirt. You might have better luck at places that rent period-specific costumes. Better yet, take your measurements and keep your eyes on ebay for true vintage. They always go for great prices and...
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    New Spectators

    I tried a pair of Madison spectators a while ago. They look great in photos, but not so hot in person. The leather is thin and hard... almost feels plastic-like, synthetic. The workmanship also leaves a lot to be desired. In short I felt they were a ripoff even at half price, and returned them...
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    The Goldfinger Suit

    Looks totally classy with the black bowler, IMO. I'd probably try a charcoal fedora (dark enough to contrast) and change the shades to smaller lensed wireframes w/ a light tint.
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    Summer Blazer

    You're not alone. I've been in the market for pretty much the same thing since last August. No luck yet and Spring is creeping up. I'm thinking custom is the way to go.
  17. M

    My Howard Hughes style Hollywood Jacket

    Would a Hollywood jacket typically be sized larger than a regular sport coat? In the Hughes and DiCaprio pictures, the drape and hang of the shoulders kind of give that impression.
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    My Howard Hughes style Hollywood Jacket

    Will you be posting pics of this? Sounds great!
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    BROOKS BROTHERS

    Yes, piped blazers need to make a comeback! Anyone who disagrees is unmutual. Be seeing you!
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    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Thanks so much for the wealth of information on peacoats; it is most appreciated!
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    Spectator Shoes

    Traditionally they are a Spring/Summer, fair weather shoe. There are a handful of shoemakers still producing them. http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=677&highlight=spectator http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=4679&highlight=spectator
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    How to "restore" old rayon gab pants ?

    If it's a really big area, take it to a pro, but don't dry clean it if you can't identify the stain. If it's a small area you might try spot cleaning it. Oddly enough, I have a brown gabardine jacket that came with some type of dark reddish mark on it. I used a product called "Zout" to spot...

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