Fred Perry, Ben Sherman and Lambretta are ok. Baracuta is not worth the retail price.
Merc are really good, but do not have the traditional raglan sleeves. Good slim fit with sturdy material.
Jump the Gun are excellent.
My personal favourite (though not authentic styled) is this copy of Tom...
I have a few other jackets, but my must-have list could easily be parred down to:
Harrington
Peacoat
Denim trucker
Leather half-belt
Mackintosh or waxed rain jacket
This doesn’t include sport coats and office attire.
I think a lot of it is their patterns and the mobility that comes from them. This thing is dtiff heavy leather and a very slim fit on me and yet it moves well with me and doesn’t feel restrictive at all.
I listed this jacket in the Classified section and already having a little seller’s remorse. Maybe I just need to wear and break it in some more. It’s super heavy, but it isn’t really that much warmer than a mid-weight and, while I might have moments of self consciousness in a leather armour...
Removable buckle. If you don’t want the buckle, I can drop the price by $19 and send just the belt. Note that the middle hole fits an actual waist of 34”
I think we should all be weary of absolutes. Fashions change - rises and hems sizes go up and down. People talk as if there is a style most flattering to men, but it really is about body types. Some bodies look better with a mid rise and slim leg, so are flattered with a higher rise. It also...
Hello Loungers
Well, less than a week back at the lounge and I’m already selling a much-loved jacket to finance the purchase of another one.
There is a whole thread on this jacket already, so I’ll keep the listing fairly brief.
Beautiful heavy but pliable brown CXL FQHH, with a green cotton...
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