savile row suit article

[MrBern]

has anyone posted this already?

http://themoment.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/04/01/tailored-spending-savile-row-suits/

the recession-led drop in the British pound against the dollar by some 30 percent has created a new client base for Savile Row tailors.

“On our recent trip to New York, we saw more and more dentists, surgeons and lawyers who aren’t so affected by the financial crisis come to us,”

 

[Tomasso]

Thanks, I hadn't seen it. That site is in my favorites (along with a few hundred others) but I rarely visit. [huh]

It's true though, there's still a lot of money in America and the strong $ is creating quite a demand for the goods of the crème de la crème of lux makers.

 

[MrBern]

billionaire mayor

Look at NYC Mayor Bloomberg. His wealth has actually gone up.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_100_wealthiest_people


BTW, on the flip side, lets post this entry on a recommended cheapo fashion suit from UNIQLO:
http://themoment.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/03/04/the-high-low-opening-ceremony-suit-119/

 

[BinkieBaumont]

Swan River Colony Dress Code

"Swan River Colony (Australia) dress code"

Today’s informal lifestyles have caused a relaxation of male dress codes. However, this easing of the rules has created some confusion.

The Following is a decoding of some dress code terms:

Business (or Corporate)
Generally this means a classic business suit and tie. Conservative environments like finance, law and government usually dictate more conservative dress. Creative environments like architecture, advertising and IT are more open to interpretation. (For details, see Businesswear.) Where seen:

the office
Relaxed Corporate (or Business Casual)
An alternative to the suit, defined as a comfortably relaxed version of classic corporate attire. The look may or may not involve a jacket, although this is recommended for meetings and more formal situations. Tailored trousers and a woven collared shirt are safe choices. Any knitwear should be fine in finish and plain in design. A tie is optional. (For details, see Relaxed Corporate.) Where seen:

the office
Smart Casual
Similar to Relaxed Corporate.However, as this mode of dress is worn for social occasions there is more scope to dress it down with knits and more casual trousers. Jackets are still a good idea, because if you go somewhere dressed in smart casual attire and no-one else is wearing a coat, you only need to remove your jacket to blend in. In summer, linen suits can qualify as Smart Casual. In winter, leather and suede jackets work well. Where seen:

casual parties
casual weddings
social get-togethers
restaurants
bars
Sporty Casual
A more dressed-down version of Smart Casual. May include active sportswear garments such as sweatshirts, windcheaters, polo shirts, T-shirts, jeans, bulky knitwear, as well as shorts and sandals in summer. Where seen:

spectator sports
weekendwear
boating
barbecues
Resort Casual
Think linen suits or navy jackets and light trousers for more formal events; polo shirts and shorts for barbecues and more casual get-togethers. Where seen:

conventions held at resorts
beach weddings
yacht clubs
cruises
Lounge Suit (or Semi-formal, Formal or Cocktail)
In each of these cases, a dark-coloured business suit is appropriate. Luxury, refined fabrics (for details, see Fabrics), and a dressier shirt and tie than you may normally wear for business will help give your suit a sense of occasion. If the event has an artistic edge, you may consider substituting your shirt and tie with a piece of high-necked fine knitwear worn underneath your jacket. Where seen:

cocktail parties
functions
nightclubs
bars
restaurants
parties
racewear
Urban Chic
Sophisticated designer wear, often in a monochromatic colour grouping. Ties are not necessary. Try pairing leather with knits, or of-the-moment pieces with classics. Where seen:

sophisticated parties
nightclubs
bars
restaurants
art gallery openings
theatre and music events
Black Tie
A black dinner jacket, black trousers, white dress shirt and a black tie form the basics. (For details, see Black Tie.) Where seen:

balls
award nights
gala openings
Creative Black Tie
Creative Black Tie leaves room for post-modern interpretations of formalwear. Be advised by a Parker & Co consultant as to the current seasons trends. Where seen:

the Oscars
award nights in "creative" industries like film and advertising
parties
White Tie
A long black tailcoat worn with a white wing collar dress shirt and white tie. Where seen:

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