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5 x outerwear for fall

This fall the double-breasted jackets are going to be more and more seen and “popular” in the streets so here are 4 different kind of db-options (plus one extra choice) to consider while making your purchases for the colder days that are coming. 1) Cantarelli Solid and light-colored overcoat made of angora and virgin wool by Italian Cantarelli will be a perfect choice whenever you need something to wear over your business suit. 2) L.B.M 1911 A classic and timeless piece “twisted” with soft Italian tailoring and “washed” wool-mixture fabric.  3) Montecore The detachable inner collar makes this Montecore jacket versatile and suitable to be worn also on a bit more colder fall days. Can be found also single-breasted. 4) Eleventy This...

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Bespoke tie by Arcuri Cravatte

Today taking a look of a Bespoke tie made by Italian Arcuri Cravatte. In terms of ties word bespoke is pretty much the same than made-to-order. I got a chance to try  "bespoke tie service" by  Linkson Jack and Arcuri Cravatte. What is this  bespoke tie service all about? After receiving the offer from Linkson I decided to take the chance. A couple weeks ago my new bespoke tie was delivered. Now as I've already got few chances to wear it, it's time to take a little closer look. Grenadine ties First few words about grenadine ties. This type of ties are produced with a complex weave which creates a beautiful, variegated texture. In general there are two types  of grenadine - garza grossa (large...

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Ready for wedding party

Will tomorrow be honored to stand as a "best man" on my best friend's wedding. Let's hope it will be a sunny day even though at the moment weather forecasts are not looking good.  And what will I be wearing... Suit: Caruso Shirt: Schoffa mtm Shoes: Alfred Sargent Tie: Arcuri Cravatte  Cufflinks and braces: "vintage" And also, be sure to read the short post about "what to wear for wedding party".

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Eton S/S ´14 @ Pitti Uomo 84.

The S/S ´14 collection of Eton Shirts gives credit for hope, dignity, elegance and strength, elements they see as key ingredients for a man who wants to be well-dressed and elegant. It’s a collection for the men who does not necessarily need to wear a suit and shirt but still enjoy being able to do that. One feature worth mention regarding the collection is that it will be launched step by step so that there will be new designs and fabrics coming up various times during the season and each month has its own individual color themes and expressive patterns.  In terms of fit, Eton will also present a new “super slim” fit for the Red Ribbon collection; Shirt that features a slimmer fit...

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07/08/2013 - "plaid blues"

Weekly WIWT round - 2013 Today first time wearing the Pal Zileri (green label) sport coat that I bought from Milano in June and also first time wear for the Arcuri Cravatte navy blue grenadine tie, a true staple and fine piece of quality I got last week, courtesy of Linkson Jack. SC: Pal Zileri Shirt: Schoffa (rtw) Denim slacks: Finealta  Shoes: John Lobb Tie: Arcuri Cravatte Shades: Persol / Wilde Sunglasses

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