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April 6, 2011
Use The Brannock!
You think you know your shoe size, but I think you don’t. Every shoe is different. Not just brand to…
March 31, 2011
Elephants Are A Big Value Add In A “what I’m Wearing” Photo
You gotta admit – elephants are a big value add in a “what I’m wearing” photo. (photo from The Thrift…
March 21, 2011
Watch Out For Licensed Goods And Diffusion Lines
As long as I’m offering thrifting pro tips, here’s another: watch out for licensed goods and diffusion lines. Beginning with…
February 3, 2011
This Fits: Updated EBay Suit Searches
This Fits: Updated eBay Suit Searches thisfits: Just a little housekeeping … I’ve made a few tweaks to my post…
January 18, 2011
Chest Canvas And The Pinch Test
I’d been debating whether to hold on to this little tip for a future video episode, but it looks like…
January 10, 2011
Cavalry Twill Season!
A recent run of luck has led to a near-surfeit of cavalry twill trousers in my wardrobe. Two pairs thrifted,…
January 10, 2011
Cavalry Twill Season!
A recent run of luck has led to a near-surfeit of cavalry twill trousers in my wardrobe. Two pairs thrifted,…
December 5, 2010
Good, Fast, Cheap, Pick Two
John writes: I’m trying to transition to better, more interesting clothing, but when I double-check the internets regarding whether something…
December 5, 2010
I Just Purchased This Midnight Blue Dinner Suit On EBay
thesilentist: I just purchased this midnight blue dinner suit on eBay. Including shipping, the total cost to me will be…
November 23, 2010
Paraboot Shoes
A month or so ago, I was visiting a favorite thrift store and happened upon a pair of lightly-worn Paraboot…
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…
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?…
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…
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…
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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