How about that vintage western look

[Richard Warren]

I'd sort of like to get a good quality western suit. Are there any?

 

[Chaperon]

Thank you!

Good advice from all. I completely agree with the low-glitz non-urban cowboy approach.

You all said it much better than I did.

Any style that works looks like an extention of yourself, and not a costume.

I'm in my late 50s and am 6'3" so it's all too easy to look like I'm either reliving my youth or to get too much of a good thing going. Low key and natural are keywords I think.

I'll check out the sources and sites you suggested. Thanks for the hat lead, too. I'm pairing a very good quality Panama with those boots now and it almost but not quite works. Ok for now.

My biggest issue with hats is a simple one. I'm a 7 3/8 (59) long oval (and I mean long). Most simply won't fit. The Panama I had made and it fits perfectly. Fur felt is ok too, if soft enough to conform and a long oval to start with.

Thanks again!!!

 

[gtdean48]

... Are roper boots a post modern invention or an older alternate style?
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Roper style boots are a more recent invention, mainly to protect calf ropers from turning their ankles doing the ground work = throwing & tying.
"By 1949, Justin had accumulated enough money--and acquired a controlling stake in the struggling family business. Convinced that cowboy boots were not a product for the past, the 33-year-old designed and launched a new model called the "roper." It featured a rounded toe that made it easier for rodeo competitors and performers to dismount from their horses."
Wranglers & Ropers are the predominant fashion of the Cutting, Reining, Reined Cowhorse world. The shirts can get pretty flamboyant in the show ring.
I personally like the more authentic look like Wah Maker, etc. = http://www.wwmerc.com/cgi-bin/Category.cgi?category=home&type=store http://www.tombstoneoutfitters.com/
but I started with Civil War reenacting.
Horse Town in Marietta & Sacketts in Jasper have good selections

 

[Charlie74]

my western look

 

[Charlie74]

Well I cannot figure out how to post a photo. I have to admit I am "technically challenged"

 

[Charlie74]

Western Look

http://i862.photobucket.com/albums/ab190/CharlieS74/Cowboy/th_IMG_0090.jpg?t=1277907189

 

[gtdean48]

Try...

 

[Trotsky]

Remount man,Clarence Corliss recieves a gift of blessed beeds from a Tibetan monk

note the western shape on his campaign hat

This is one of my favorite "fashion" photos from the war. The bashed campaign hat, the M41 and the casual dress is, for me, iconic of America at war.

I just bought a 1944 Campaign hat for $25 at a gun show in my size and I really could be any happier.

 

[AtomicEraTom]

 

[Solid Citizen]

Hey PORTER

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Its NUDIE time ! Solid Citizen

 

[Honey Bee]

WOW!! You have a seriously awesome collection :eusa_clap
Since I am new here, you may have answered this but what type of music do you play?

 

[Sled Dog]

Thats quite the collection, some very old hats there. The red chuckwagon suit is kinda, um different, whats the story with it?
Lots of western gear here in Alberta, I have been shying away from it but I did buy a nice Biltmore western hat a couple of weeks ago...

 

[Warbaby]

That is one seriously fine collection of vintage western hats, Dinerman! The rest of your western gear is nothing to sneeze at either.

Here's my only vintage western shirt - my mother made it for my father when we lived in Tombstone, Arizona in the late 40s. Black satin with hand embroidery, small pearl buttons instead of snaps.

Unusual angled opening on the cuffs:

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At the same time she also made one for me that was a bit fancier:

If you've ever been to Tombstone, you'll recognize Sheep's Head Mountain.

Pearl buttons (some now missing) over concealed snaps

Yrs Trly in 1949

 

[Honey Bee]

WarBaby- Those are two special shirts you have there! Your mom was quite the seamstress!

 

[Sefton]

Warbaby, those shirts are outstanding and the photo of your young gunslinging self is awesome.

After reading this thread I think I'll have to break out some Bob Wills and a little Ernest Tubb for my commute ride in the morning.

 

[Miss sofia]

Great shirts, i love the whole western look, been fascinated by it since i was a kid. Actually i have a question, i have recently acquired some vintage acme cowboy boots, 50's, for the princely sum of twenty pounds, which i thought was a bargain and which i am dying to wear but they are rock solid although in vgc nonetheless, can anyone recommmend a product for restoring them to their former glory. I thought maybe saddle soap, but would welcome any suggestions.

 

[handlebar bart]

Yrs Trly in 1949

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Great picture. Good thing we never had to shoot it out.lol

 

[kyboots]

Cowboys

Guys: Nice collection of clothes! I agree with the comments earlier that Bollo's and fancy suits are out right now unless performing in a country band. A good western look is more boots ( spurs optional ), Wranglers ( ONLY )for daily use ,a good shirt( important ) and felt hats.That is a cool look that is almost always in style. Especially with us country boys in pickup trucks. John

 

[kyboots]

Bart that look on Warbaby is Hopalong Cassiday! Miss Sofia are the boots leather or "man made"? If leather use the saddle soap to clean, but always replace the oils in the leather.John

 

[Land-O-LakesGal]

I will second that!!

WOW!! You have a seriously awesome collection :eusa_clap
Since I am new here, you may have answered this but what type of music do you play?

I have a small collection of vintage kids western wear for my boys and a few pieces for myself but your collection is fabulous.