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 The Suiting Thread V1, Suit/Tuxedo/Sportcoat/Blazer

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mofonyx
post Feb 20 2009, 08:22 AM

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as requested by jind86

Nothing much you can see, taken with my blackberry bold. Wore it to Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Concert was amazing.
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post Feb 20 2009, 08:43 PM

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You must understand that I have 'strong' shoulders because I go to the gym, so I requested for very little or almost no padding. He insisted that they be padded, though.. so it's all good.

I doubt I'd take the trouble to try it out again. I wore it just because I was going to an orchestra.

If you don't mind me just wearing it with a tee (without the trouser), I can take a pic of that anytime.
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post Mar 5 2009, 04:41 AM

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QUOTE(jind86 @ Mar 4 2009, 10:29 PM)
exactly, i was in Zara sometime back and i approached the sales guy and im like "i heard you guys do alterations, i'd like to meet the tailor", and he's like "there's no tailor here, we are trained to help you with your alterations.."

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i mean like are they serious? the sales person may know how to dress well, but when it comes to the technical aspects of a suit, im pretty sure their knowledge is quite limited.. if they are that knowledgeable, they would not be sales people, they would be working as a tailor.. just because i know how to enjoy good food does not mean i'm a good cook.. in fact most tailors spend years as an apprentice under their master before even acknowledging that they are a tailor..

i hope someone from Zara reads this.. you guys need to start stepping up a notch and hire ACTUAL tailors.. we don't kid around with our suits !!
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lol, buying a suit from Zara? Are you kidding me? Zara has the quickest turnover of products (2 weeks if I'm not mistaken, which is pretty fancy). It certainly isn't a place to find something fitted.


Added on March 5, 2009, 5:26 am
QUOTE(luenywoon @ Mar 5 2009, 02:12 AM)
Hello people,

A childhood friend of mine has a tailor for a dad.
Because we are acquainted and stuff, He quoted me a price of RM600 and said he wont be making a profit.
Its gonna be a slim fit suit solid black suit.
I think its not 100% wool though.

Am i getting a good deal?
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It depends on the material. My suit was from Emmanuel Ungaro cloth Super 120 wool. The price is double what you quoted and it's measured to the milimetre.


Added on March 5, 2009, 5:29 amHere's another picture of my suit for jind86. This was taken back in Summer when my fit was better (i.e. I'm bigger now around the shoulders so the current fit is a bit uncomfortable)

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Excuse the douchey smile

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post Mar 5 2009, 09:40 PM

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So jind86, does that help you make up your mind? Would you be going to Sire's to tailor a suit?

If you do, mention my family's name - Khor. If I'm not mistaken the tailor's name is Chin. He's a very charismatic well spoken gentleman.

Fusion[eX]: Cheers, I posted because of jind86's previous request and I'm too lazy to take out my suit for a picture taking session. Moreover, that fit is better than what I'm getting now.
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post Mar 6 2009, 02:22 AM

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Yes, get them at Binwani's along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman. They ALWAYS have 70% sale. Crazy cheap Super120 wool.

Silk Street – 136 Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
50100 Kuala Lumpur.

http://www.binwani.com/stores.htm

If you need Sire's number, just drop me a PM or ask me here and I'll ask my dad for Mr. Chin's number.


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post Mar 6 2009, 08:10 AM

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What's 2x120?

Cotton fabrics can be heavily discounted. The cheap ones get cheaper but stuff like Ashton doesn't improve in price. It's still expensive but I'll persuade my dad to get them for me cos it is much easier to iron.

They have Cerutti for the fancy schmancy. For wool, I just get the cheapest there is. I like myself some pinstripes and herringbones. Also, the synthetic blend is a very good idea if you're planning to wear your 'wool' pants often because you can THROW THEM IN THE WASHER! and they are BLOODY CHEAP to boot (about RM 70/m or something).
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post Mar 6 2009, 05:58 PM

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fabric shopping, so much more exciting. smile.gif
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post Mar 7 2009, 08:44 PM

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jind86:

First go to Chin and get yourself measured. He will then tell you how much fabric to buy for shirt, pants etc. A good tailor requires less cloth to make shirt/pants.

For example, going to Binwani's, they always say 2m for shirt or something like that, but Chin only requires 1.7m (don't remmeber exact figures). So you save 10% because he's a better tailor. In a nutshell, here is less wastage with a superior tailor.

Preference of fabric is how thick your wallet is. If you can afford Cerruti 1881 wool, then go ahead. If you can afford Ashton cotton, then go ahead. Personally, it's just way too expensive for a student. Your choice depends on design of the fabric. Pinstripes, herringbone, plain, checkered. It's up to you.

Price is always a factor, especially if you aren't making millions.
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post Mar 8 2009, 01:58 PM

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QUOTE(calvinloke @ Mar 7 2009, 10:49 PM)
Buddy, your suit needs some tweaking. I hope you know that the jacket should be buttoned when standing right? And do you stuff alot of things inside your pockets?
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meh, couldn't be bothered la. I usually do but was so excited after listening to Dvorak's 9th I couldn't be bothered.

not gonna defend my suit cos I know it's awesome. tongue.gif I had like my wallet, ticket, mobile and everything inside. Maybe my keys as well. I find it easier to keep it in my jacket pocket than my pants cos I have big legs even at the time.

some people are just so ana| about stuff, eh? yawn rolleyes.gif


Added on March 8, 2009, 1:59 pm
QUOTE(jind86 @ Mar 7 2009, 08:52 PM)
so how much estimate would it cost for his services?
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the suit is about RM 1,000ish for tailoring the whole thing, excluding fabric costs. So, I reckon about below 1,500 you can get it done.

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post Mar 8 2009, 10:46 PM

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lol, I'm not here to impress you. Just posting up because jind86 wanted to see a suit from Sire's.

Because I don't want you to feel left out from me doing jind86 a favour, I'll do you one also. Here's a comic depicting you in complete detail:

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post Mar 9 2009, 12:15 AM

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QUOTE(calvinloke @ Mar 8 2009, 11:25 PM)
Well it's fine if you don't take my comments. Clearly this is what people in fashion forums do out there. They exchange opinions and thoughts on fit. Since you already posted this in public I might as well have my say. Just think that you'll look alot better once you get that fixed. You seem to get offended easily. sad.gif And I shall applaud to your immature effort on depicting me in comic strips.  rclxms.gif shakehead.gif
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Only offended because I didn't post for opinions. Moreover, you're looking at a picture. You're quick to judge something that isn't representative of what it looks like in real life.

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jind86:

mmm, there is no preferred shape/size.

My body is an ongoing work. So, I don't know, may be difficult for me to achieve a size I can be sure to say that I will not change. Maybe I need a few pairs when I can afford it on my own.


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post Mar 9 2009, 12:41 AM

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no homo, male camel toe.
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post Mar 29 2009, 11:07 AM

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Okay recently I've been watching Jonathan Ross a lot and I can't help but notice that more and more guests, including Jonathan Ross himself is buttoning the last button.

I'm seeing this around London as well.

Am I missing something?
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post Mar 29 2009, 11:07 PM

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Impossible. Jonathan Ross is such an icon. :\
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post Mar 30 2009, 01:53 AM

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jind86 who's your tailor?

Go to Binwani's Jalan TAR, the one in The Curve doesn't have as amazing deals.
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post Mar 30 2009, 06:55 PM

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I always go to the one on Jalan TAR. That was their -first- outlet and their main outlet.

Don't bother with Gulati's. Binwani's has a superior selection of designs. It's worth a visit, though. You'll come out feeling odd to why Binwani's can get good designs when Gulati's can't. At least that's how I felt.


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post Apr 22 2009, 08:58 PM

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link to original post?
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post May 15 2009, 10:04 AM

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I need to know how the Americans tie such wonderful ties. Always with a solid dent in the middle.

Is it a Windsor knot usually?


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post Jun 29 2009, 08:34 PM

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I would advise against posting a suit you already have up here (evenmoreso if you JUST PAID for it) and ask if it's a good fit. You already paid for it! You really don't want people on LYN telling you that what you paid for SUCKS!

So just be happy with it. That's one of the reasons I'm not so keen on sharing pictures tongue.gif After all, when you bought it you were really happy with it. That's the point of buying things isn't it, getting something you really want. Don't go asking for opinions because you'd probably hear something you don't like.

A good time to ask would be during the fitting session. That's when massive adjustments can be made. If it's a done deal, I'd rather have my own innocence and peace of mind.

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