My new greatcoat.

[Sly Style]

I just won this today. I will have more pictures when it arrives in the mail, but here are the auction pictures:

It was made by "Better Class Tailoring" in 1935 in Pennsylvania. I am VERY pleased to find this.

I reamin sincerely,
Benny K.

 

[Marc Chevalier]

Saw this, and hoped very much that a Lounger would get it. I'm very pleased to see that it was you! :eusa_clap


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[John in Covina]

Stylin'

That is a swell looking overcoat, we'll be looking forward to your pictures and the juicy details.

 

[Sly Style]

Thank you gentlemen. I will be eagerly awaiting its arrival. It was such a reasonable price as well.

I remain sincerely,
Benny K.

 

[jake_fink]

I might change my mind when I see pics of this coat with you in it, but it seems to be just crying for a pair of two-tone brothel creepers and a sweet little stingy.

Nice sting.

 

[moustache]

Very nice!!

Envious Lounger here!!!!


JD

 

[Marc Chevalier]

I might change my mind when I see pics of this coat with you in it, but it seems to be just crying for a pair of two-tone brothel creepers and a sweet little stingy.

I know what you mean about the "teddy boy" vibe, but this particular coat is a real oldie: most probably 'teens or '20s.


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[Sly Style]

I might change my mind when I see pics of this coat with you in it, but it seems to be just crying for a pair of two-tone brothel creepers and a sweet little stingy.

Nice sting.

I'm afraid I don't follow the lingo so you'll have to excuse me.

I remain sincerely,
Benny K.

 

[jake_fink]

I'm afraid I don't follow the lingo so you'll have to excuse me.

I remain sincerely,
Benny K.

Then wikipedia was made for you:

Brothel Creepers

A stingy brim hat can be found almost anywhere around here.
I was otherwise going to suggest a big greasy pomp to go with the coat. Like this:

But if Marc Chevalier is right - and he usually is, you'll be better kitted out like this:

 

[jake_fink]

Now that I think of it. That coat and your homburg may have been meant for one another.

 

[John in Covina]

When shoes attack!

Brothel Creepers, I never imagined that any shoes that could make orthopedic shoes look stylish. :eusa_doh:

Looks like a form of punishment.