Tag Archives: Florsheim

Awkward

Posted on March 30, 2013 by Jeff

See that awkward, uncomfortable look on my face?  That’s the look that says, “I don’t like this ‘smart casual’ dress code and would really feel more comfortable in this outfit … Continue reading

Overexposed

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Jeff

I’ve been playing around with new locations to take photos for the blog, and while this shady alley gets me out of direct sunlight, my phone’s limitations are resulting in … Continue reading

Cuffs

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Jeff

Cuffs on trousers are an oft-neglected point in most men’s wardrobes.  Whether they’re present on your trousers or not is a matter of taste, but if they’re there they should … Continue reading

Drape

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Jeff

If you look closely at the sides of the chest of this suit, near the armpits, you’ll see little vertical ripples of extra fabric.  That’s called “drape,” and it was … Continue reading

The Block Stripe

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Jeff

First of all, thanks to those who have visited this site during my absence.  I’ve gotten busy and lazy about updating regularly, though I hope to improve that.  I appreciate … Continue reading

The Boldly Patterned Suit

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Jeff

  In this era when most men seldom wear suits, there is a distinct fear of bold patterns in suiting fabrics.  After all, bold patterns are normally not appropriate for … Continue reading

How To Choose a Pocket Square

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Jeff

Figuring out how to coordinate a pocket square can be difficult at first, and it’s OK just to stick with white linen when in doubt.  But another option is to … Continue reading

Knit Tie

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Jeff

Suit: Oxxford, consignment store, $60 Shirt: Brooks Brothers, thrifted, $5 Tie: Bob Goodman & Co., clearance, $15 Shoes: Florsheim, thrifted, $8 Total: $88 If I’d paid retail prices: Over $4000.

Loud Sportcoat Friday

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Jeff

Sportcoat: Daks, vintage store, $25 Shirt: Land’s End, gift, $0 Tie: BG&C, store clearance sale, $10 Pants: Brooks Brothers, thrifted, $5 Shoes: Florsheim, thrifted, $8 Tailoring: $0 (Didn’t need any) … Continue reading

Tweed Suit Sunday

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Jeff

Suit: Stanley Blacker, thrifted, $17 Shirt: Brooks Brothers, store clearance , $25 Tie: Austin Reed, thrifted, $1.50 Shoes: Vintage Florsheim, thrifted, $8 Tailoring: $0 (did it myself) Total: $31.50 If … Continue reading

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