The Palm Beach suit thread

[jamespowers]

Number four or number one work for me. It just depends if you like the two extra buttons or not. I kind of lean toward a six button over a four button but that is just me. I also am partial to double breasted jackets.

 

[cookie]

PB Jacket Proposal

Another one added at bottom.

 

[carter]

I'd like to see this in grey herringbone linen

and this in off-white linen

I'm not sure about the patch pockets but that's a matter of personal preference.

 

[Feraud]

I basically echo jamespowers comments. #1 looks good to me but I would prefer it with six buttons. The patch pockets give it a relaxed feel.

1. 1920s

 

[thunderw21]

I like the lapels of the first one but I really like the cut and overall appearance of the last one you added on to the group. It has that classic stylish look. Put patch pockets on the last one and you have my dream suit (don't forget an action back ).

 

[cookie]

Any expertss have any idea what the 1940s DB lapel width would be at its extreme point?

 

[Feraud]

Cookie, have you made any decisions on a jacket style?

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Any expertss have any idea what the 1940s DB lapel width would be at its extreme point?

That would obviously depend upon the width of the chest and shoulders.

bk

 

[Chasseur]

Palm Beach Dinner Jacket and Cleaning

I have a couple of questions on a Palm Beach Dinner Jacket I just picked up. It in that ellusive DB shawl collar that Bogart had in Casablanca. It seems just the ticket for warm Hawaiian evenings.

(1) Is it a "real" Palm Beach jacket? Here are photos of the labels, and if so from about when?

(2) What is the best way to clean it? Dry cleaners or the "oxyclean soak'?

Thanks!

 

[Baron Kurtz]

The only reason to oxy-clean it is if it is particularly dirty.

bk

 

[cookie]

Palm Beach in a 44R

I notice tht it is a 44 R you have jagged so I am jealous already:rage: ...good score!:eusa_clap

 

[Tomasso]

(1) Is it a "real" Palm Beach jacket? Here are photos of the labels, and if so from about when?

If the label mentions Goodall-Sanford, it's real. They sold the label in the late 50's, so it precedes that period. Maybe late 40's. [huh]

(2) What is the best way to clean it? Dry cleaners or the "oxyclean soak'?

Take it to the best dry cleaners in your area. They are usually the establishments which have a plant on the premises.

 

[Chasseur]

Thanks for all the information. Its in terrific shape and not really dirty (just a few spots), it just needs a clean and a press.

 

[thunderw21]

It's a '49 union tag, so very late '40s or early '50s would be my guess. There is a very informative thread floating around somewhere about this style of dinner jacket.

Nice find.

 

[Feraud]

Love the jacket! I have a near identical one in the same size.

 

[scotrace]

That's a very fine jacket. Nice score.

Is that an actual photo of yours at bottom? Interesting pairing with that necktie. I rather like it.

 

[Baron Kurtz]

I believe that Goodall sold the "Palm Beach" name in 1953, so before that.

bk

 

[Chasseur]

I'm very happy with the jacket! Unfortunately thats not my tie, its one of the seller's photos. I've actually been looking for a nice vintage 1940s blue tie like that...

 

[PADDY]

Wear it in good health!!! "Who's looking at 'you' kid..!"

Definitely has 'that' Bogie/Casablanca look to it!! (I got one last year and love it. Just need the right climate now!).

 

[Slim Portly]

Gentlemen, your jackets are smashing!