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eBay Searches for Super Mega-Excellent and Extremely Excellent Suits

November 17, 2010

EBay Searches For Super Mega-Excellent And Extremely Excellent Suits

thisfits: I’m sure that, like me, many of you appreciated Put This On’s Loosey-Goosey Brand Guide for Thrifting Suits. Over…

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Q and Answer: Should You Get It At Ross?

November 4, 2010

Q And Answer: Should You Get It At Ross?

Dieter asks: How do you feel about off-price stores like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and Ross?  Is it worth the effort?…

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Q and Answer: What’s a Country of Origin Worth?

November 2, 2010

Q And Answer: What’s A Country Of Origin Worth?

Greg writes to ask: I was wondering if you could help with county of origin labels. Notably, is there a…

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Michael Bloomberg has only two pairs of work shoes

September 22, 2010

Michael Bloomberg Has Only Two Pairs Of Work Shoes

Lots of folks have been emailing me about this New York Post story which reports that New York mayor Michael…

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Q and Answer: The Chamois Shirt

September 9, 2010

Q And Answer: The Chamois Shirt

Kyle asks: How can you make a chamois shirt work in your fall wardrobe? It’s easy!  Just wear it! If…

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Q & A: Where to Shop For Men’s Clothes in San Francisco?

September 6, 2010

Q & A: Where To Shop For Men’s Clothes In San Francisco?

Chris writes from Germany: Next month, I’ll be in California for vacation and would like to get some recommendations for…

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Our friends at Improv Everywhere

September 1, 2010

Our Friends At Improv Everywhere

Our friends at Improv Everywhere dressed for a formal ball, then headed to the beach.  Delightful, as always. Of note:…

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For L.A.S

August 23, 2010

For L.A.S

prepidemic: photo via StyleForum I bought an old (I’d guess 60s) Brooks herringbone like this one at the thrift in…

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I’m in Martha’s Vineyard… so what am I up to?

August 3, 2010

I’m In Martha’s Vineyard… So What Am I Up To?

I’m in Martha’s Vineyard… so what am I up to? Thrifting, of course. The above were $1, total.

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Our Luggage Picks

July 12, 2010

Our Luggage Picks

If you’re a regular traveler, it makes a lot of sense to invest in high-quality luggage that will get you…

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One Shirt, Two Shirt, White Shirt, Blue Shirt

June 30, 2010

One Shirt, Two Shirt, White Shirt, Blue Shirt

Elegance often comes from simplicity.  Our friend MistahWong is one of the best-dressed guys we know, and with his suits…

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Franklin & Marshall

June 27, 2010

Franklin & Marshall

charlietodd: While traveling in the south of France the past week, I noticed an unusual number of Franklin & Marshall…

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A visit to the tailor...

May 17, 2010

A Visit To The Tailor…

I dropped off some clothes at the tailor on Saturday.  The bill came to a hundred dollars. I bought a…

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Q and Answer: Episode 2 Followups

April 23, 2010

Q And Answer: Episode 2 Followups

Amar writes: Where can I get some of the shoe care items (like polish and conditioner) that you show in…

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Q and Answer: Can A Tailor Make It Bigger?

April 9, 2010

Q And Answer: Can A Tailor Make It Bigger?

Mike writes: This week, while doing a little vintage shopping at my local thrift store, I discovered a sharp Harris…

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