Show us your suits

[Matt Deckard]

In order to drum up some business in this section, I decided to show off some wool... show off some of yours too.

Below is one of my blue suits. A chalk stripe three piece.
I will post me wearing it later.

This picture is kind of dark.

http://images2.fotki.com/v10/photos/8/83243/377372/suit-vi.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

These suits are suits that Bogie1943 posted on the old lounge.
Bogie...




http://images3.fotki.com/v30/photos/8/83243/379646/b1-vi.jpg
http://images3.fotki.com/v32/photos/8/83243/379646/b2-vi.jpg
http://images3.fotki.com/v35/photos/8/83243/379646/b3-vi.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

These are pics that Minnesota Jones Posted on the old lounge.

Here's two for ya.... (I apologize for the size of the first pic and for my sweaty appearance - it was hot!)

http://www.minnesotajones.com/ToD%20Tuxedo%203.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/ROTLA%20Suit.jpg

My favorite shot of me and Sergei....

http://www.minnesotajones.com/minnesota_sergei.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

http://www.regular-guy.com/images/2003_summitMK.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

Were we talking quality or quantity?

http://www.indyprops.com/suits.jpg

:eek But seriously... I'll post a pic or two the next time I'm wearing one of these. Today I'm wearing a tweed coat (almost dead center in the picture) and bow-tie, so I think that breaks one of Deckard's rules...

Kind regards,
Indy

[Matt Deckard]

Here I am in the suit pictured on top, navy blue flanel chalk stripe.

This is before the Avalon Ball in Avalon California.
I will post more pictures of the event in the events section later

http://images4.fotki.com/v38/photos/8/83243/401605/sitting-vi.jpg

END OF LINE.

[Matt Deckard]

Olive brown suit from 1998.
http://images4.fotki.com/v38/photos/8/83243/347917/brown-vi.jpg

END OF LINE.

[The_Edge]

Matt Deckard,

That photo of you sitting on the couch is really cool. It looks like a still from "The Godfather." Even the decor gives it a rich period look.

I just bought a new suit this weekend, my first. It's not vintage but it's the best I could do. It is out for alterations but I'll have it in a week or so.

[Matt Deckard]

I just bought a new suit this weekend, my first. It's not vintage but it's the best I could do. It is out for alterations but I'll have it in a week or so.

I doesn't need to be vintage to look good. It is all in the cut and the fit.
The one advantage vintage suits have is that they were made to be worn daily and not just for the once in a while special occasions. It was not a "suit", back before the 60's a suit was just plain clothes and people wore it as such.

I hope this suit it is the first of many.
Show us a picture when you get it back.

[Minnesota_Jones]

This coming weeking is mine and Kathy's 2nd Wedding Anniversary. Two years ago, we got married on the Como-Harriet streetcar in Mpls. I have some pics of that event on my website. This year we'll hit the streetcar (not literally, that would hurt) again. I'll be in my blue suit with grey lid again and Kathy's gonna be in her vintage dress. We'll try for a lot of pics on the streetcar, I'll even bring the ol' Life Magazine for some shots. Afterwards that nite for dinner we'll hit Buca (awesome Italian food) and we'll change out to Indy Tux and Marion Dress for that. I just better not spill any food on that ivory jacket! Pictures will be coming, I promise!

[Matt Deckard]

Can't wait to see the photos. Have fun.

Are you going to wear the boots with the suit again? Just curious.

[Minnesota_Jones]

Maybe..... ;)

And I cleaned up the three pictures above for size, so they're not so monstrous anymore...

[Kittlemeier]

I have the new title of the worst photographer in existence. Both are made to order from Samuelsohn. K

Brown suit. Side vents, surgeons cuffs, three button rolled to two, single brested, peak lapels, hacking pockets with ticket pocket, two flap pockets on pants(where'd I get that habit?).

http://prod.bsis.bellsouth.net/coDataImages/p/Groups/122/122817/folders/90228/708531suit1.jpg

Tuxedo. Super 120 with grosgrain lapels, side vents, surgeons cuffs, fancy lining, six on four button stance.

http://prod.bsis.bellsouth.net/coDataImages/p/Groups/122/122817/folders/90228/708532suit2.jpg

Accessories, Cole Haan formal shoes with grosgrain trim(no bows). Budd Shirtmakers(London section of Style and the Man for those who have it)pique collar, cuffs, and bib with voile body. Giorgio Armani pique tie. Ahh to have no children's expenses again.

[IMG]http://prod.bsis.bellsouth.net/coDataImages/p/Groups/122/122817/folders/90228/708533suit3.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

Oh Yeah!
Now that's what I'm talkin' about.
more words to follow

[Pyroxene]

Does anyone have a suit where the buttons on the sleeve can acually be undone? Aparently, that's a "sign" of a really good suit.

I am looking forward to my next visit to the tailor. I am going to see if he can do this.

Pyr.

[Kittlemeier]

Both of mine above have that feature. That's what the term surgeon cuff means. It's from when doctor's unbuttoned and rolled up their sleeves during housecalls. If you look closely at the above pics, you can just make out the last button-hole on the sleeves.

Pic in action. You can tell more detail about the shoes. They're patent split toe oxfords with the toe top in grosgrain and also around a one inch grosgrain band around the ankle. K

http://prod.bsis.bellsouth.net/coDataImages/p/Groups/122/122817/folders/90228/709523tux3.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

Does anyone have a suit where the buttons on the sleeve can acually be undone? Aparently, that's a "sign" of a really good suit.

The two suits I am wearing have working buttons on the sleeves

[Matt Deckard]

Looks like you have some well fitted threads there buddy.

Nice to see a single breasted with peaked lapels made in modern times (ain't made to measure grand).

with the tux...did you tie the bow tie yourself?

[Kittlemeier]

Is there any other way?;) K

[Matt Deckard]

Sebas white suit.

http://home.earthlink.net/~ecfisk/images/sebas.jpg

[Minnesota_Jones]

Here's a few pics I posted at COW for my Grey PBBM and I'll post 'em here plus a few more for the Blue ROTLA Suit. These were taken 10-5-2003 on our 2nd Wedding Anniversary. We were married at the Como-Harriet Streetcar line in Mpls. So for our 2nd Anniversary, we went back there to ride the streetcars, hang out at Lake Harriet, and then went to St Paul to Como Park. Como Park had Como Lake, Como Zoo, Como Conservatory, and an old Carousel. Carousel pics are still in the camera, will be posted within the week....

Lake Harriet and the Streetcar Line pics....

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-2.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-3.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-4.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-6.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-9.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-10.jpg

[Minnesota_Jones]

Here's some from Como Park's Conservatory:

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-12.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-13.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-14.jpg

Here's one of my favorites. The first pic is from our Wedding Pictures on Streetcar #265, so we tried to replicate the picture as best we could on Streetcar #1300, so I cropped it a little closer and make it B&W like the wedding shot....

Wedding Pic
http://www.minnesotajones.com/Wedding%20Photo%207.jpg

Anniversary Pic
http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-17.jpg

[Kittlemeier]

That suit looks great. Straight up Indy on the steps. The locations are perfect for the photos. K

[Bogie1943]

Ya know, out of the 20 some suits/suit jackets I have I think it is about time for a weeding out of things a don't quit want to keep in the collection anymore. Time to make some room for some better, more complete suits. If anyone is looking for a size 38 to maybe even a 42 let me know and I can show you what I have. I just found a very vintage three peice suit, wool no less. As of today I am having the horrible buttons that came on it replaced so it will be all good. It is light grey with a white and light blue pinstrip, I love it!:cool2:

[Minnesota_Jones]

Finally finished developing my film from our Anniversary. Two more pics... one at Como Park at the "Merry-Go-Round" and the other at dinner that nite at Buca Di Beppo.....

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-20.jpg

http://www.minnesotajones.com/Anniversary2003-22.jpg

[Bogie1943]

Looks like you two had quit a journey together, over the years, and during you roadtrip. I hope you guys will be attending the QM event this year, it won't be the same without ya both!:cool2:

[Indy Magnoli]

Here's a grey-green suit with a sort of houndstooth/plaid pattern (Matt, do you know what it's called?). It's not particularly vintage in its detail, but with a waistcoat and fedora, it goes a long way. ;)

http://www.indyprops.com/IJM-grey-green.jpg

Kind regards,
Indy

[Kittlemeier]

Sorry, not Matt, but it sounds like a glenplaid. Does it look like this? K

http://www.fashionfabricsclub.com/home/images/swatches/445.250x250_thumb.gif

[Matt Deckard]

The vest always ads to the look... nice suit.

I can't exactly tell from the picture, but I am working on a catalog of images and explenations for the new site which will detail suits and their fabrics, patterns and details.

The lost art of tailoring and what you get now.

Weave patterns and designs
Birdseye, Tatersall, Sharkskin, Venesian twill and, whipcord, pincord, chalk stripe, pinstripe, shadowstripe and all the rest.

Details
Extra fabric when hemmed, skeleton lining, smaller armholes, saddle stitch, peak lapels, vents, Valentino pockets, closeable collar, cuttaway no cuttaway.

The fit
What is a good fit, what should you look for.
Made to measure does not always make a well fitting suit.

History
Macy's used to make tailored pajamas and tailored robes in the 30's, tailored top coats and raincoats as well, today most of the salesmen and women don't know what a tape measure looks like (trust me I know).

What happened to heavy fabrics that held their shape.

give me a few days.

[Matt Deckard]

I wanna see more suits.

[farnham54]

Minnesota Jones:

I love those pics that are done in black and white. Very well done, works of art. You and your wife make a loveley couple.

High regards,

Craig

[Matt Deckard]

Remember these?
http://images4.fotki.com/v42/photos/8/83243/458032/bog1943-vi.jpg http://images4.fotki.com/v42/photos/8/83243/458032/bog2-vi.jpg

[Bogie1943]

Oh my god, flash back! I remember those days so long ago, they were much easier, lol. I really need to take some more pics of me and my suits. I have so many new hats and suits I need to showcase it's sad I have not taken any news pics in so long. I wish I had the time to do it as well, maybe one of these weekends I will get around to it. Don't worry come Queen Mary Summit, the Bogie jacket will be revealed in person at Sir Winston's!:cool2:

[Kentucky Blues]

Okay here's pics of me in my only suit. Enjoy.

http://public.fotki.com/KentuckyBlues/my_pictures/im000288.html

you'll have to click on either the pic, or next, in order to see the others.

[Matt Deckard]

With the vest
http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/773320/b1-vi.jpg http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/773320/b2-vi.jpg
Without the vest.
http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/773320/b3-vi.jpg http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/773320/b4-vi.jpg
Smaller armholes for maneuverability
http://images5.fotki.com/v53/photos/8/83243/773320/b5-vi.jpg
Skeleton lined
http://images5.fotki.com/v62/photos/8/83243/773320/b6-vi.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/775972/104_0451_r1-vi.jpg http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/775972/104_0453_r1-vi.jpg
http://images5.fotki.com/v62/photos/8/83243/775972/104_0454_r1-vi.jpg http://images5.fotki.com/v63/photos/8/83243/775972/104_0456-vi.jpg

[Kentucky Blues]

Thats a great suit, Joseph :) Here's one of the best pics I have of my one and only :
http://public.fotki.com/KentuckyBlues/my_pictures/im000314.html

[Matt Deckard]

Lookin good Kentucky, I especially like the trench coat pic.

[Wild Root]

Hey Matt, I don't know what it is about that suit, but I really dig it. I think it's the shade of gray and the stripes. It really "suits" you! It goes with your gray Optimo very well.

Man, there is a lot of dust on the Queen Mary. It's in every shot I have ever taken there.

Take care,

[Wild Root]

Is there an eco in here? I saw that it posted the reply above twice! So, I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢m editing it so it doesn?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢t match the first one. Who wants to read the same thing twice? Not me.

I need to get some good photos taken of me in some of my suits. I just need to get a Fotki account up. So, I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ll get it going and then you gentlemen will see some of the stuff I have.

Take care,

[Brad Bowers]

Well, here's my new suit (http://public.fotki.com/jbbowers/fedoras/bradnewsuitandhat.html). I'd been waiting until my new Keppler came in before I posted. It's double breasted, but not pinstriped, just a wide plaid sorta criss-crossed pattern. Not sure what to call it. My students call it my gangster look.:cool2: I don't think they're referring to "gangstas."

Brad Bowers

[Wild Root]

That?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s a nice suit Brad. The pattern you chose is a good one. Pinstripes are over done in some ways. It?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s refreshing to see something different.

I believe that the pattern of your suit is called Window Pane. That is what I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ve heard it being called and that?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s what other clothing experts I know have called it.

I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢m a fan of that pattern because it looks so 30?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s to me. Pinstripes are really cool, but right off the bat people think mobster. The ?¢‚Ǩ?ìWindow Pane?¢‚Ǩ? has a more sporty and friendly look.

I don?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢t have a Fotki account yet, but when I do, I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ll post some photos of my Window Pane suit.

By the way, that is a good looking hat. It really suits you. Is it vintage?

Take care.

[Matt Deckard]

I like it, You don't see enough double breasted suits nowadays. That looks great.

I like the Bogie style hat too.

[Brad Bowers]

Thanks, I knew there had to be a name for the pattern!

Nope, not a vintage hat. Just my new Keppler Bogie.

Brad Bowers

[Wild Root]

Happy to help out when I can! Nice suit, nice hat! I know some things about fabric names but, I still need to learn more. Glad I was of some help.

[Matt Deckard]

http://images5.fotki.com/v67/photos/8/83243/813015/outdoors-vi.jpg
http://images5.fotki.com/v67/photos/8/83243/813015/5-vi.jpg

[Wild Root]

Ah ha! Cool bro! I'm telling you man, that looks so 40's!

See ya,

[Matt Deckard]

Originally posted by Wild Root
Ah ha! Cool bro! I'm telling you man, that looks so 40's!

See ya,

I'd love to go for that 30's summer look, though I don't have the gear for it yet.

I need to get myself a panama... I saw Art wearing a nice high crowned one at a previous vintage expo, though I'll probably take a trip to his shop before I have one made just so I can describe what I want in person... still don't know if I want a seem going over the top or not for Rollability.

What I want is a nice 3 button linen suit or a seersucker.

[Bogie1943]

That is a really nice looking suit my friend. If you were standing next to a nice vintage car I would swear that you were straight out of the era. Summer is a really great time for vintage clothing if I do say so myself. The great light summer colors really look, well, kinda 1940's LA to me.:cool2:

[Matt Deckard]

Thanks Bogie... I have been leaning toward that Hollywood look lately.

[Wild Root]

Oh yeah Matt! The Hollywood look is where it?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s at! When I said that your linen coat and brown pants look 40?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s that?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s what I meant is that they look very Hollywood. Especially with that palm tree tie!

Bogie, if you like the photos of Matt that I took, you should see the good job he did. He took some photos of me in my AAF WWII Officer?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s uniform. Check it out!

http://public.fotki.com/Rob1939/wwii/

Hope you like,

Cheers.

[STHill]

Those pics look absolutely bona fide. Amazing!

[Wild Root]

Hello STHill thank you for your complements! I take pride in making new photos look old. It?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s a passion of mine that I like to do with Photoshop. Well, it also helps to have the collection to do it with as well :D

So, you?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢re new to the Lounge? That?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s cool. I welcome you! Tell us about your self a little. What do you really like about hats? Do you collect other things from the 20?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s to 50?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s? Let us know.

Thanks again!

[schwammy]

It has been very entertaining looking at all these handsome swells in their suits and hats. I'm struck by the fact that so far, most everyone seems to favor a double-breasted suit and an Indy fedora. (I am no exception.) But this combination has never looked quite right on me - and I think it's because the Indy hats are too wide brimmed and untapered to really pass as a genuine 1930s or 1940s dress fedora. There's just a slight touch of the cowboy in the blocking and the raw-edged brim. And I always though Harrison Ford wore his hat too squarely on his head to really look accurate to the period. Seems like genuine fedoraphiles always had them cocked at a rakish angle.

Is it just me?

[PADDY]

Matt, just a big THANK-YOU, for posting those pics of yours. You really 'live' the 30's/40's.

What type and make is the hat by the way? and WHERE, do you manage to pick up all those oldie/vintage clothes? (I'm a real newbie to the civvie clothes scene).

Thanks again Matt!

[Matt Deckard]

Thanks.

The hat is a new one from Optimo in Chicago, they make the closest I know to vintage quality. It's a tobacco brown with a bound edge and 6 inch crown... It's become my daily.

It takes alot of searching at vintage shops to find cool clothes, pretty much all but the tie is new in the pic with the linen jacket.

I started out with hats and the style sort of worked its way down, I have to work on the militaria since I have always went for the Civilian look, especially 30's.

[Wild Root]

Don?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢t worry bud, I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ll help you build your vintage up!

Soon, you?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ll not have enough room in your closet! Just give it time.

Paddy, if you want any help in building knowledge in vintage civilian clothes, I?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢m always happy to help out!

The photo I attached is of me and a good friend of mine on the Queen Marry. She's wearing a 100% vintage gown from the 30's. She's a member of the LA Art Deco Society. I'm in a 1930's suit and it is one of my favorites!

Good night.

[Wild Root]

Just as a help for those that are starting out...

Some catalog clippings for research and to enjoy!

[Wild Root]

And there's more...

[Wild Root]

Can't forget the top coats!

[havershaw]

When you live in Arizona...

...you CAN forget the topcoats.

OK, it gets cold enough in the winter that you can wear 'em. I will say, though, that I have way too many coats in my closet to live in Arizona.

WildRoot, you guys look fantastic. I thought it was an actual vintage photo for a while.

We need to get together next time I'm in the City of Angels.

[Wild Root]

I agree! Let me know when you plan on being in town and we?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ll have to get together.

I don?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢t really have that much of a need for heavy top coats as well here in CA! But, when it does get down to 40oF it?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s just cold enough to pull one out and get complements like crazy! Bring on the winter man, bring it on!!! I want to drive my drafty old Plymouth wile wearing my vintage top coat! Fun, fun, fun! :D

PS. I have more then one should have for a California climate! But, I love those heavy old things:rolleyes:

[Kentucky Blues]

Finally a new suit pic for me...not a regular old suit, but rather something I pieced together....

http://img57.exs.cx/img57/9743/IM000926.jpg

[Wild Root]

Good looking duds there Kentuck!

You're on your way bud!

Root.

[Matt Deckard]

One of Dan's suits

http://images7.fotki.com/v126/photos/8/83243/1524826/dan1-vi.jpg

[Wild Root]

Yeah, that's a nice photo! Too bad the Long Beach skyline isn't helping. Wait, maybe I can help that out...

WOW! Now he looks as if he is just arriving in New York!

Root.

[LuckyLighter]

I posted this picture before in another thread, but here goes anyway.

The guy I'm shaking hands with is Frank Sinatra's barber, when he performed at Bill Miller's Riviera nightclub. By the way, I know that it's buttoned wrong, but I had been doing shots before the pic was taken, so...you get the idea. ;)

I should point out that I was going for the Last Crusade Venice pier look.

[Mr. Rover]

My suit finally got back from the seamstress, and I think it fits pretty well! I asked her to raise the armholes, and I think the armholes are better than they were, but still not quite as high as they were back then.
This was supposed to be a 60's 3-piece suit, apparently it was a more conservative mod suit. The legs of the pants are thin in that style. The lapels get 30's wide when I button it the 2nd button down, and mod suit thin if I use the top button.
It's got 3/4 lining too.
The fedora i'm wearing is the Akubra "The Fedora" in carbon gray.
http://us.f2.yahoofs.com/users/40b286f5_e529/22e3/__sr_/2ffc.jpg?ph4CtyBB2Ysm_TOU
http://us.f2.yahoofs.com/users/40b286f5_e529/22e3/__sr_/2b79.jpg?phKEtyBBtu_y4R5D

[Matt Deckard]

Just givin' the thread a bump. We have new members so we should have some new suits.

[Mr. Rover]

Whoa. Awesome avatar, Joe. I'll be getting my Curlee Clothes 3-piece single-breasted suit back from the dry cleaners at the end of the week. Hopefully, my long-hair hare vintage fedora will arrive in time for a quick photo shoot with the suit before I leave for London on my high school trip.

[ITG]

Where's Havershaw been anyway? I was wondering that the other day.

[Wild Root]

Yeah, me too! I bet he's just as busy as I'll get out! He gets real buys with his music recording biz.

I'm going to pop him a PM and see what he's up to.

Root.

[Mycroft]

Sorry about the lack of a picture, my newest suit is a Collezione Italia with a navy blue shadow stripe. I will get a picture as soon as I can. This is the closest picture I can get now, but mine has a hand stitched collar and three buttons....http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1&Section_Id=418&Product_Id=963131&Parent_Id=216

[Matt Deckard]

Whoa. Awesome avatar, Joe. I'll be getting my Curlee Clothes 3-piece single-breasted suit back from the dry cleaners at the end of the week. Hopefully, my long-hair hare vintage fedora will arrive in time for a quick photo shoot with the suit before I leave for London on my high school trip.

London ay? you need to take some pictures of that trip. Have fun, and I can't wait to see the suit.

[farnham54]

Very cool work done on Dan's photo, Wildroot! Too cool!

Hopefully I'll have some suit pics here soon

Cheers,

Craig

[Chad Sanborn]

Here are some pics of me in one of my favorite suits. It a B&W pinstripe. The tie is Red and Black silk swirly. It's the suit I wear at most of the shows I do. Its not much, but hope you like them.

Chad

http://www.chadsanborn.com/fedlounge1.jpg
http://www.chadsanborn.com/fedlounge2.jpg
http://www.chadsanborn.com/fedlounge3.jpg
http://www.chadsanborn.com/fedlounge4.jpg

[Wild Root]

Hey man, I like Magic. I enjoy the art of illusion.

Do you do any shows out here in California?

The suit looks nice. What style of lapels are on it?

Root.

[Chad Sanborn]

I nevery usually get to the west coast. I stay mostly on the east coast, with the occasional trip to Vegas.
Their are no lapels on this suit. Its odd. It has a more rounded collar and thats it. You can see the collar in the top photo. Not sure why it was cut that way.


Chad

[Kentucky Blues]

wow, thats weird.....

[Wild Root]

Well, I wouldn't say it's weird so much, I would say it's different. I have seen suits like this becoming some what popular as of late.

Nice look nevertheless.

Root.

[Matt Deckard]

Hangin' out at Ruby's Diner.

http://images8.fotki.com/v160/photos/8/83243/1646846/Diner1-vi.jpg

[BellyTank]

...the next heist or liquor run from across the lake...

The usual suspects-

BT.

[Mr. Rover]

Totally bad@$$, guys. Totally bad@$$.

[Wild Root]

YEs, that's a great photo.

Root.

PS. Matt, when are you going to send me all the photos we took over there that night?

[Matt Deckard]

http://images9.fotki.com/v181/photos/8/83243/1342358/22482886L-vi.jpg

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procsserv/F-AM2LVixZtm7y5kKG5TPnQ

[Matt Deckard]

http://images10.fotki.com/v206/photos/8/83243/2460556/1151533_IMG-vi.jpg http://images10.fotki.com/v206/photos/8/83243/2460556/1151534_IMG-vi.jpg

[Chad Sanborn]

Fantastic group photo!

Chad

[Wild Root]

I have to say, that group photo came out very well! Is there a larger shot of that by any chance? I'd like to have a copy seeing I'm in it.

Root.

PS. Can't remember if this I put this up yet, if not cool, if so, oh well!

http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/1406/1131362img9ar.jpg

[Big Man]

Not a really great picture, but ...

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/Burke1777/WFB3-TG-2.jpg

[PADDY]

Elliot Ness would snap you up in a flash..!!! that photo says, "no messin with this Big Man.!!" I'm loving all these photos, the group shot above is just great and giving me lots of ideas for my wardrobe guys. This is what this forum is all about, and as the saying goes.."a picture paints a thousand words." I'm getting loads of hints on how to smarten myself up from this thread, as I love to work from pictures.

[scotrace]

I agree Paddy, this is the stuff I look for here.
The group photo in front of the Ford makes me want to move to CA, and Big Man, you look like a movie still, in spades.

[Slicksuit]

Yes, who are the guys in the last group photo. other than Matt and Root? Cool picture!!

[Wild Root]

Those are some of our friends who live out here. That was taken at a good friends wedding. I have been trying to get some of them to join the Lounge but for some reason they're not biting. They will soon I hope.

The two tones my friend is wearing are modern. They were made a few years ago I believe. Can't recall the brand but found them at a shop over in Sanpedro. They are a dark red/brown with an ivory canvas.

Root.

[shamus]

Big Man:

That Thompson has the longest barrel I've ever seen on one? Is that a custom? Or am I just so use to WWII versions?

[Big Man]

Big Man:

That Thompson has the longest barrel I've ever seen on one? Is that a custom? Or am I just so use to WWII versions?

The gun I have is a model T1 (1927A-1) made by Auto-Ordnance Corp. It has a 16.5" barrel (18" with compensator). They make a shorter barrrel model, as well as a military model. This gun was a Father's Day present from my son last year. It has absoutely no practical value, but it sure is fun to shoot and is quite a "conversation piece" with my friends.

[shamus]

Televsion has no practical value either.. But I own two.

Now what if by chance you were traveling say in a 1927 Ford, down say, a dirt road in northern Indiana and lets say you just happen to have four bags of cash from, I don't know... a recently robbed bank. And lets say two other fords are behind you and they're painted black and white.

Then, Yes, that thompson has practical value. But how often do you travel in Northern Indiana?

[Big Man]

I'd be in one of the black and whites, but that's another story. :)

When I said "no practical value" I was meaning in the sense of hunting or target shooting and, to a degree, self defense. The Thompson is heavy, bulky, awkward to load, and relatively underpowered. Of course when it was "new" I'm sure it was the best thing going, but by today's standards it can't measure up. Still, it's a really cool gun to own and shoot (especially if you're shooting at one of those "Dillinger silhouette" targets).

[Oscar Tong]

The following suits are not vintage in any way, but I hope you will derive some enjoyment from them, anyway.

Here is the off-the-rack suit I ended up purchasing. I think I nearly drove the entire staff of Moores (http://www.mooresclothing.com/), the Canadian division of The Men's Wearhouse (http://www.menswearhouse.com/), mad with my very specific requests that were somehow miscommunicated to the in-house tailor the first time or two. They made me write down exactly what alterations I wanted made and sign the specifications with the tailor. The entire process took about two or three weeks, I think. Phew!

http://members.shaw.ca/o.tong/images/bwsuit01.jpg

http://members.shaw.ca/o.tong/images/bwsuit02.jpg

Looking at these pictures makes me realize just how formless jackets in general appear to be today. In the future, I will complete this outfit with a black fedora. I wonder why this plain-black gabardine suit cost slightly more than the grey and brown patterened suits that I had also examined.

Speaking of the color grey, though, here is one of my early attempts at dressing up. The suit in this picture has since broken down. The fabric below the zipper just flaked off one day!

http://members.shaw.ca/o.tong/images/oldgreysuit01.jpg

One of these days, I have got to get my netcam into as good a position as it was in when I had taken the above picture.

[Mr. Rover]

Lookin' dapper.

[Daniel Riser]

Hey WildRoot. There's a guy my age in that pic you showed of everyone in double breasteds. The guy sitting next to you. Was he at Maxwell DeMille's Hollywood Air Raid that Lauren and I met you guys at several months ago? I thought I talked shop with him because he was wearing a navy blue double breasted from the early forties. He told me his favorite era was Sinatra fifties. Just wondering.

[rcb31768]

I have a very nice 2 button navy blazer (Burberry), I just took it to a good taylor and he made the sleeves into button ones. He is an older gentleman, yes my dad went to him years ago. He informed me that they are called surgeon sleeves, and the got the name from yes you guessed it, doctors buttoning up their jacket sleeves to go to work. Take it for what its worth, yes I am a new user and this is my first post.

[Lauren]

Since Dan's here, I have to share a really cool pic of him in some of his vintage:
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan01.jpg

[Vanessa]

Hi - just thought I'd bust in for a minute (I'm.new.here) and say, "you all look very snazy."

So.

You all look very snazy.

[Matt Deckard]

That last pic reminds me of this one.

http://img207.echo.cx/img207/4757/fdr4gz.jpg

[Daniel Riser]

I want you to know Rob that I voted for you your first...second...third... ah... fourth term!

Regards,

Dan

[Wild Root]

Yesterday, December 7th 1941, oops, sorry! :p

That was a fun party! One of top weddings I attended!

Root.

[Mr. Rover]

That hanky is absolutely psychadelic.

[jake431]

Since Dan's here, I have to share a really cool pic of him in some of his vintage:
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan01.jpg


That jacket looks to have a cool wartime Conmar zipper, nice.

-Jake

[Daniel Riser]

Good eye Jake. I love that jacket. I got it from Art Fawcett at his last Vintage Expo show. It's a fantastic jacket.

[jake431]

How long is that jacket, about hip-length? If so, I think I've seen one, or one very similar before. If it's what I think it is, it's a 40's sportswear horsehide jacket. Man sportswear was so much cooler then.

-Jake

[airfrogusmc]

Dan great looking jacket. Good eye Jake it does look like a Conmar zipper.

[Wild Root]

Great coat Dan and a very cool photo! But, I must remind you guys this is about suits. There is a flight jacket thread or two in jackets. ;)

Let’s try and stay on track ok :)

Root
http://img355.imageshack.us/img355/6835/brpinstripedtweedsuit28gh.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

Quite right old chap... To the dressier clothes.

http://images12.fotki.com/v201/photos/8/83243/1342358/Monicle-vi.jpg

[airfrogusmc]

Sorry you know us jacket guys we can get a bit carried away.

Matt,
ya gotta love a bow tie, braces and the monocle . Great look.

[Lauren]

Great coat Dan and a very cool photo! But, I must remind you guys this is about suits.

My fault. Sorry. Here's one that seems suiting (ha ha. ok. bad joke.)
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan02.jpg

[Matt Deckard]

Is he at one with himself?

I still need a white suit.

http://images11.fotki.com/v210/photos/8/83243/1342358/attDeckardJosephC_Brandstetter-vi.jpg

[Lauren]

that is a FANTASTIC picture.

no, that was the tel-evangelist look.

[Big Man]

... that was the tel-evangelist look.


You all need to come to the South to see the REAL "tv preacher" look.
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/Burke1777/c01tammyjim.jpg

[Wild Root]

Grosse.

Lauren, good job! That photo of Dan in his white suit is just perfect.

I don't think Dan was looking for a TV Preacher look. I’d say it’s more of a 1930's villain in a movie.

Regardless, good photo!

Root.

[Lauren]

Yeah. I think he looks pretty dapper, myself!

I was referring to the "angelic" pose he was striking more than anything else ;)

[Daniel Riser]

Actually I was pretending to be a flamboyant art director during the big studio days!

I love that thirties striped shirt. Where are the other pictures honey? (Lauren not WildRoot)

[Lauren]

In the computor. When I get a chance I'll upload more. Sorry it's taking me so long.

[Wild Root]

I'm not your honey? :cry:

Root. :p

[ITG]

Root, that pic of you a few pages back that Matt posted is very FDR-ish.

[Wild Root]

Thanks, that's what I was going for!

Root.

[Lauren]

Ok, here's the pics as promised. Now I gotta get him to do some for me ;)
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan03.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan04.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan05.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan06.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan07.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan08.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan09.jpg
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/dan10.jpg

[Daniel Riser]

Here's the specs:

First Picture

Early 40s high waisted trousers, late 30's spectators, late 30's suit jacket, Lauren Henline tailored shirt from 1934 pattern, mid thirties collar bar, late 30s tie, and mid 20s handkerchief.

Second Picture

The same except the shirt is modern, the hat is a mid to late thirties Borsalino and the sunglasses are from 1931.

Third Picture

Double Breasted Kuppenheimer suit from the late 30s - early 40s. Mid to late 30s green striped shirt, "Crosby" model pipe, mid 30s tie and an extra pair of trousers from the suit in the above two pics. This was to fake the funny pics in all the vintage catalogues where the boys are holding an extra pair of trousers from their "four piece" suit. The Double Breasted suit went to a new home (Bogie1943) when we were filming in Scotland.

Fourth Picture

Lauren found this double breasted (Nov 1941 just before WWII) tuxedo for $3. It fit me like it was made for me. The shirt is a deadstock mid 30's arrow and the tie is a you-tie-yourself modern silk one I found on ebay.

Sixth Picture

The shoes are deadstock buckskin (it is really hard to find size 12 vintage) shoes from the mid 30s. Got em for $20 at the last Vintage Expo. The trousers are from my Palm Beach double breasted suit that Lauren posted earlier, and the jacket is from a, dated 1927, three button suit and vest. I purchased it from Art Fawcett at the beginning of the last show. Sadly someone stole the matching trousers from this dead stock 20s suit while they were trying them on. It is a shame, but luckily it goes very well with my palm beach trousers. The tie is my favorite tie in my collection. It's a mid 30's no-lined tie that screams art deco. I have to force myself not to wear it exclusively for the sake of keeping it intact.

Eighth Picture

This is the completed suit from the above two pics. I found this suit at a flea market. It was deadstock, the trousers were unhemmed. I paid $30 for the jacket and trousers (the seller separated them thinking he would make more selling them individually) when I got home I discovered that a vest had been stuffed into the sleeve, it was the matching vest. It fit me perfect. It's late 30's, absolutely flawless condition and it is my favorite suit.

[shamus]

great looking suits!

I've gotta go to that vintage expo...

when's the next one?

[MudInYerEye]

Gee whiz, like an old Ward's catalog brought to life. Nice threads.

[Wild Root]

Dan, looking great! But for goodness sake, DON'T BUTTON THE BOTTOM BUTTON!!! ;)

Other then that, you're looking great my friend!

Root.

[The Wolf]

The green stripe shirt in the fifth picture and the tie in the sixth picture are, uh, interesting.
Now the tuxedo and three-piece suit are just my style.

Sincerely,
The Wolf

[Daniel Riser]

Ah Rob... I DIDN'T :cool2:

It's a six button vest. :)

[Daniel Riser]

Thanks for the compliments guys.

Rob... for you to say you like the threads... well ... that is a compliment that haunts me. I've seen your closet. You have suits and ties that I thought could only be fabricated in a perfect dream.

[Wild Root]

Not talking about the vest you goof! The coats man the coat! :p

Root

[Daniel Riser]

I have obsessive compulsive disorder. You will never see me (unless in a film for deliberate reasons) with that bottom button ... ahem ... unbuttoned. It isn't a matter of accuracy it's a matter of prescription drugs. :cool:

And here's someone who agrees with me.

http://ccpl.lib.co.us/pictures/cd-3/P87-009-846aN-1.JPG

[Trickeration]

Chris was hamming it up when I took this. It's a couple years old, but I thought you'd appreciate it. We all loved pics of you in your suits, too.

If you can't see the picture, here's the link...
http://community.webshots.com/photo/425681238/429804847HTswUG

http://image56.webshots.com/56/0/48/47/429804847HTswUG_ph.jpg

[Daniel Riser]

I think I have a vintage suit for him. It's really small. It isn't with me so I have to send a few emails and see if I can get it, but I think he'd like it.

I can safely say that I had a lot to do with his liking Indiana Jones. I feel bad that I was always there when you guys couldn't make it, and never there when you guys could.

[Trickeration]

Chris is still a big Indy fan. I'm sure he'd like a vintage suit from you. But no worries if you can't turn it up. Katharine watches old movies with me all the time, and has a pretty decent vintage wordrobe now. She's 14 now (I'm the mother of a teenager :eek: ), and Chris is 11. Both swing dance occasionally, too!

Rob and I are still with the big band, too. We play all the time up here. Rob Smith and Joseph come out to a lot of the shows, and are really fun dance partners. You and Lauren should come up sometime and see the band. She seems really nice, by the way. I'm looking forward to meeting her.

It's okay about our not managing to be in the same place at the same time. It's seems like we've all got pretty crazy schedules nowadays. At least we'll meet up at the QM. I'm gonna go now. Katharine wants me to take her picture and post it so you can see her now, too. :)

Trix

[Daniel Riser]

For those FL members who are wondering how we are connected. We both went to the same church in San Diego for several years. This poor gal had to deal with my nosing through their books and catalogues all the time.

Do you still have those 30's store catalogues? I remember tediously opening and closing pages, I was so nervous I would destroy something that has been intact for 65 years.

oh yeah...

Has Chris seen this little website:

www.indygear.com

Tell him to check out the Club Obi Wan forum. I have spent years on that board. That is where I first introduced my Indiana Jones shirts. Remember those? Chris would probably love to come to the QM on Saturday so he can see everyone in IndyGear and he could go whipcracking with everyone. There are a lot of really good people on that board. A lot of them post back and forth.

I need to take pics too. I've got more suits to post. I've been feeding this suit animinal and it's getting very fat.

[Trickeration]

Okay Daniel,
Here's a couple of current pics of Katharine...If you can't see the pics, here are the links...
http://community.webshots.com/photo/425681238/437739246QHAqXw
http://community.webshots.com/photo/425681238/437740221HcjyOt

http://image54.webshots.com/154/3/92/46/437739246QHAqXw_ph.jpg

http://image54.webshots.com/154/4/2/21/437740221HcjyOt_ph.jpg

Talk to you soon, Trix (Teresa)

[Daniel Riser]

:cry: :cry: :cry: They grow up so fast. If I were you I would say your next purchase should be a vintage pit bull to go with her vintage dress when she goes to the modern high school. Suddenly I feel like an older brother.

[Trickeration]

:) Relax, Big Brother, we're still homeschooling. She's attending an online highschool this year. And Rob gives out with just a little :rage: when the guys get too friendly ;) . Katharine says she'll be happy to have you as her big brother, though.

Right now, this is the best we can to for a guard dog. His name is Sebastian (that's the name he came with [huh] ).

http://community.webshots.com/photo/425681238/437749008pUEdjn

Yes, I still have the cataloges and stuff. I remember that your dad was a little worried about you with those catalogs, too! I use them a lot when I'm looking for clothes and things for the house. I started a thread in the Powder Room about our house with pics of the vintage furnishings, if you want to see where we're at with it. Much different than Oceanside :) .

[Mr. Rover]

*sigh* I wish the girls around here would dress like that. Personally, I tire of seeing those worn out and ripped abercrombie jeans. The gals I go to school with just don't have any style. It's just a bit of an incongruance when I catch a reflection with a girl and I'm wearing suit separates and she's wearing flip flops and a tanktop. The only girl i know that knows how to dress herself happens to be a chinese pop star now, and they basically make her wear the most atrocious stuff on stage and in their videos. Really not her style.


ray (quietly waiting for his dream girl)

[Lauren]

Trickeration, I had a feeling you were who Daniel was always talking about! When Daniel and I first met and were dressing vintage more regularly Steve would tell me how much I would love you guys. I am very excited about meeting you! God Bless!

[Trickeration]

Ray,
My daughter takes your sigh as a compliment, and it brought a smile to her face. We like your look as well. My daughter feels the same way about the guys styles here. She hates seeing the guys here with their boxers hanging out of their pants, or extra large shirts tucked into oversized pants :rage: .

Don't worry, Ray, you'll find your dream girl :) . Trix

Lauren,
I've heard your name before, too, and was wondering if you were "you" as well! We'll have to coordinate a trip to CoTC dressed in our "Sunday best" sometime, just for Steve! I'm really looking forward to Sir Winston's now, it's starting to feel like a family reunion with you and Daniel going. Let me know if you'll be in Carlsbad and maybe Rob and I can plan on going then, too. Trix

[Johnnysan]

*sigh* I wish the girls around here would dress like that. Personally, I tire of seeing those worn out and ripped abercrombie jeans. The gals I go to school with just don't have any style. It's just a bit of an incongruance when I catch a reflection with a girl and I'm wearing suit separates and she's wearing flip flops and a tanktop. The only girl i know that knows how to dress herself happens to be a chinese pop star now, and they basically make her wear the most atrocious stuff on stage and in their videos. Really not her style.


ray (quietly waiting for his dream girl)

Two things, Ray...

1) Happy Belated Birthday and
2) She's out there quietly waiting for a class guy...don't worry, you'll find each other!

[Mr. Rover]

Trix- I'm glad.
Johnny- Thank you very much! I'm awaiting my birthday gift from my parents (Wested lambskin)

Anyway- back on topic:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/rayisapainintheass.jpg
please excuse my friend eating his cupcake in the foreground:
[IMG]http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/rayisahugepainintheass.jpg

[Johnnysan]

Nice lid, Ray...and you wear it well - just the right amount of "rakish tilt!" What is it? It kinda looks like a vintage Dobbs.

[Mr. Rover]

It's actually a Royal Stetson Whippet. It was a size 6 3/4 but I had Art Fawcett stretch it to a 6 7/8 and put in a new sweatband. It still fits a bit tight, so I don't have much of choice. It doesn't fit comfortably unless it's a bit tilted. Funny, but I tend to tilt all my hats a little now, even my "Indy" lids.

[Wild Root]

Got to have the tilt! That's the only way to wear any hat!

Looking smooth!

Root.

[Daniel Riser]

Is that a... tie-yourself-bow tie? I am very impressed Mr. Assassin.

[Mr. Rover]

Of course, it's a real bow tie! My dad gave it to me. He used to be into bow ties and double breasted suits when he was younger. The label says "Chaps by Ralph Lauren". My dad also saw a sale on ties at Brooks Bros. once and bought me 3 bowties as a gift.
Anyway, this week has been a great week for vintage for me! I wore a trenchcoat through a typhoon, and wore a suit twice this week. I guess the tropical typhoon breezes kept it cool enough. I ALSO received a hat I won on eBay a week ago- a gray Penney's Marathon that I wore today.
I wore my vintage blue pinstripe 3 piece suit to school/play reahearsal today (sans waistcoat- too hot). I also wore a french cuff shirt to school for the first time. Not as burdensome as I thought it would be. Braces are my new thing now, too. They're so much better than belts.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00535.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00536.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00537.jpg

[Mr. Rover]

She insisted we take pictures in the ladies' bathroom and after making sure the coast was clear, dragged me in. Soon after, our music teacher walked in and was like, "What's going on here!?!" We just explained we were taking pictures in our vintage-styles. This is the pop star I was talking about in another post. She was dressed sorta "mod" today.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00521.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00526.jpg

P.S. The suspenders are from Harrod's in London, and the tie is vintage (30's or 40's). A guidance counselor at my school is really into vintage ties and he approves of this one.

[Johnnysan]

Ray,

You're look smokin' as always and your young lady friend is very cute! You've really got an eye for putting the look together - a real class act. Thanks for the photos and the explanation of the toilets in the background...that one made me chuckle remembering my own high school days! :)

[Mr. Rover]

Thanks again, Johnnysan! You're always full of compliments! I'm sorry that the pictures aren't better. They were quite spur of the moment. My 2 megapixel camera gets this overcast in flourescent lighting, which is causing those bluish streaks.

ray

[IndianaGuybrush]

Man, you look great in those pictures! You really have the look down, and pull it off so naturally. I really like the one where you have the suit jacket off, the pants and tie are at a perfect height IMO. Sometimes I have difficulty finding at what height to have my pants but that pic is more or less exactly what I shoot for.

[Wild Root]

Well, looking good friend! I like that hat you got on there! Here is a photo of me in one of my three piece 40's suits. The hat I have on is a 40's Royal Stetson.

http://img224.imageshack.us/img224/5157/1131310img6bu.jpg

This was taken on an old bridge in South Pasadena. That's my friend Jose. He's a vintage collector too and he has a fine collection of suits.

Cheers,

Root.

[Big Man]

She insisted we take pictures in the ladies' bathroom and after making sure the coast was clear, dragged me in. Soon after, our music teacher walked in and was like, "What's going on here!?!" ...

This brings back memories of some of the things I did at 16 - way back in 1971. I'd tell you about them, but then I'd have to kill you ... :)

Here's a picture of my 16 year old daughter. This is her Prom picture. Some things never change ... :)

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/Burke1777/IMG_1652.jpg

[Brad Bowers]

Ray, you've got really great style! Love the suits, hats, ties, it all fits together perfectly for you. Good job!

Brad

[Brad Bowers]

Here's a picture of my 16 year old daughter. This is her Prom picture. Some things never change ... :)

Gee, how come girls didn't pack heat at my prom???? :cool:

Great photo! There's just something special about girls with guns...

Brad

[Johnnysan]

...as a younger man, my dates never greeted me at the door with a gun, but a few of their fathers probably gave it more than passing consideration! Bravery aside, a 1928 Thompson with a 100-round drum would certainly have alleviated my interest in some of them. YIKES! ;)

[Big Man]

... but a few of their fathers probably gave it more than passing consideration ...

My daughter's date is the little guy between Dad and Big Brother. Need I say more? :)

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b298/Burke1777/Prom_2.jpg

[Johnnysan]

...and the boy is SMILIN'!! Renews my faith in the young men of America - that youngster has sand! :)

[Wild Root]

I like that photo! Looks very early 30's in many ways.

Good job!

Root.

[shamus]

Root is that the colorado bridge? I drive past it but never on it. It's really one of the most beautiful bridges in Southern Cal.

[Wild Root]

No, it's not that bridge. I took this one that is off of a small street that's kind of hard to find. It's almost as old as the Colorado Bridge; I love that bridge and feel it's one of the most graceful structures in Pasadena.

Root.

[jake_fink]

Big man, those pics are hilarious.
The little guy isn't even breaking a sweat. :o He's got moxie.

[Wild Root]

http://img378.imageshack.us/img378/5034/1161642img9ti.jpg
This is a photo of me in my 1940's sport jacket and my dark brown pants. The two tones are the 1946 Nun-Bush.

http://img378.imageshack.us/img378/9026/1161637img2kr.jpg
Now, here's one with a tie. This tie is a late 40's western styled tie that one can see James Stewart wear in the 1946 film "Magic Town". It is a wool blend with real leather stitching!

More to come,

Root.

[Matt Deckard]

http://images12.fotki.com/v214/photos/8/83243/2607772/JCB-vi.jpg

[Wild Root]

I like that photo Matt! Who took it? :p

http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/1636/1161653img4zg.jpg
http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/9431/1161654img7zn.jpg
http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/8237/1161651img2tz.jpg

More to come. ;)

Root.

[Wild Root]

http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/7743/1161644img0jm.jpg
http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/2605/1161646img9yw.jpg

After looking at this photo, I feel a light gray hat would have looked better. Oh well.

Root.

[rubyredlocks]

Really,I like it,ties in the shoes.

[Mr. Rover]

Wow, Matt. You look so thin in that photo! Is it recent?

[Wild Root]

You know, Matt does look real thin in that photo. I took that photo last weekend!

Root.

[sandysot]

Just got this suit from a local thrift.Its got some indications of a 40s vintage and some not so 40s.Label marked 1942 or 1948 .Heavy wool fabric,high armpits, jacket has single seam under arm,no front seam,old large tooth metal Talon zipper, change pocket, 2" cuffs and french taped seams.Slope shouldered minmal padding 44l and 40"waist with 30" inseam.Is this a post WWII late 40s vintage suit.Need as much input as I can get.Thanks.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/sandyboy/suit1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/sandyboy/suit2.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/sandyboy/suit3.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/sandyboy/suit4.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/sandyboy/suit5.jpg
Thanks

[Wild Root]

Well friend, you're looking at a late 50's or early 60's suit. The union tag reads Copyright 1949. The cut of the coat and the label tells me that it could be from 1955 to 1962 or so.

You're getting closer! It is vintage but, not 40's. ;)

Root.

PS. GREAT PHOTOS! Very detailed indeed! You should sale on ebay. ;)

[Matt Deckard]

Too true Root. I think late 50's with that narrow lapel. Sort of a rat pack thing. I have a sport coat with that cut though I would like a suit for that American in the 60's look.

[sandysot]

Matt & Root:
Thanks to both you for the I.D. aid. I noticed the lapels but didnt think it through to the late 50s "Man in The Gray Flannel Suit" period.And the pants dont have suspender buttons inside either.It is beautiful fabric and well made with some hand work.Dont know what I'll do with it though.Too warm to wear in Florida and a bit too large on my 179 lb. frame (Matt-Im down from 195 on an every other day fasting regimen).Oh yes- I checked and found that John Wanamakers Mens Store in Phil. closed and was renamed as a bank building in 1952-so if this is later it must be a New York suit.

[Wild Root]

No sweat man. Happy to help. You know, I have seen plenty of 50's and 60's suits with suspender buttons in them. Also have seen 30's and 40's suits with out them. Just depends on the man's taste that had it first. ;)

Root.

[shamus]

Why are we shunning a great vintage suit? Just because it's not from the 40's is no reason to get rid of a great suit. They still wore a fedora with 1950 and 1960 suits.

In fact I just picked up a great early 60's suit that some of my shorter brim fedoras are going to look great with.

[Wild Root]

Umm, yeah. I never said anything to it being bad because it's a later suit. I believe he asked if it was 40's I simply stated it wasn't as old as he hoped. I think he's on the search for an earlier suit because that's the look he's looking for. ;)

It's still a good suit but as Sandy said, it's to warm of a suit for Florida.

Root.

[BellyTank]

Nice one Sandy!
I reckon that jacket has an older 'look' with the high closure and rounded bottom corners. Whether it's '50s or not. The cloth looks nice and heavy too.
It looks rather like a '30s or earlier English utilitarian style...

Kinda like these styles from Old Town Clothing in England.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/zaphobeeblebrox/fitzrovia1_330243.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/zaphobeeblebrox/borough320199.jpg
Or this vintage Collegiate blazer-
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/zaphobeeblebrox/17_1_b.jpg
The '42' marked Talon trouser zipper is a more modern giveaway of course.
B
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[Wild Root]

Talk about yacht club clothes! They look very sharp on a summer day at the beach or, on a yacht if you have such a thing.

The navy blue coat with white or vanilla trousers is one of my top spring and summer looks.

All the best,
Root.

[Veronica Parra]

Hello to the loungers! I've just arrived in the U.S.A. from Chile, where I lived with my American husband. He has a rather large collection of vintage suits (as well as Art Deco tobacco pipes -- the chrome and bakelite kind) and I thought I'd share some photos of them with you.

Suits etc Sept5 05 016.jpeg

[Wild Root]

Hummm, little red X's are all I see. Have you tried image shack?

I sure would like to see the photos! I think I may know your husband. Did he know Ben McGinnty?

Root.

[Veronica Parra]

Whew ...

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon209.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon146.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/IMG_0071.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon222.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/SuitsetcSept505016.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/SuitsetcSept505125.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/SuitsetcSept505085.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/SuitsetcSept505103.jpg


http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon028.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/GermanSuit3.jpg

[Veronica Parra]

Yes, he did -- and does. Ben is one of his best friends. My husband's name is Marc Chevalier. Do you know him?

[Veronica Parra]

I'm still learning how to use this thing. Next time, I'll make the pictures small.

[Matt Deckard]

Were any of those custom made for your husband?

[Wild Root]

Hey, I just knew it all along. Well, welcome back to CA! If you two would like to meet up please PM me and maybe we could do something.

Root. (AKA Rob)

[Veronica Parra]

Were any of those custom made for your husband?

No, they are all vintage 1930s and '40s. He found some in Chile, believe it or not, to which U.S., Canadian and German rag merchants export a lot of their wares in giant bales. Sometimes, great vintage clothing sneaks through.

The blue suit in the last photo from the group above, for instance, was found by us in a used clothing store in Santiago, Chile. It's German. Marc says that it's from before the Second World War. It even has the vest! (See below)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/GermanSuit4.jpg

[Veronica Parra]

Here's a 1930s German overcoat from a used clothing store in Santiago. Marc calls it a "chesterfield" because it has a velvet collar.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon242.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Spoon241.jpg

[Wild Root]

Marc always did have some fine clothes! Very nice photos I must say.

Cheers,
Root.

[MissQueenie]

Hi Veronica!

Welcome to the lounge. You should pop over to the powder room and introduce yourself to the girls, and leave these rascals to themselves :p It's great to have another lady on board! Are you coming to the Queen Mary Summit in Long Beach this November?

And I have to say, your husband sounds like a mighty sharp dresser! Lucky you! Beautiful suits!

~ Queenie

[Veronica Parra]

Thanks Wild Root, thanks MissQueenie! I'll have to take you up on your offers ... below are photos of me and of Marc and I at The Derby last Sunday. Our friend Dean Mora and his band were playing.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/DerbySept42005012.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/DerbySept42005007.jpg

[Absinthe_1900]

[QUOTE= friends. My husband's name is Marc Chevalier. Do you know him?[/QUOTE]


Thats a familiar name.......Tell him Impy says Hi!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v238/thegreenimp/lineII.jpg Impy says Hi!

[shamus]

finally had something worth showing. She's new to me... Maybrook company of Los Angeles. No Date, but union tag has 1949 on it. need to lengthen the sleeves a tad. Over all very nice, but not perfect but good enough for me. As you can never find anything over a size 38 now days... This one's about a 44 regular and I felt lucky just to find one.

The color is a light tan. The tie is vintage 40's too.

http://www.ssb5.net/users/16636/1940suit.jpg

[Veronica Parra]

That's a hell of a difficult size to find. You won't need to lengthen the sleeves much -- all the better to show some "linen". (Shirt cuffs, in other words.) Congratulations and keep it up ... the more you look, the more you'll find.

[Wild Root]

Swell suit! I like it! Just get some nice French cuffed shirts and pick out some nice links and you'll be set! Sure would like to see the color of the suit too some time.

Best,
Root.

[Vladimir Berkov]

I agree, the sleeve length looks fine. Most American men wear their sleeves way too long. You want to show about 1/4 to 1/2 inch of cuff when standing with your arms by your sides. I think the reason why you think the suit sleeves are too short in this case might be that your shirt sleeves are on the short side.

[rubyredlocks]

That's sharp!
I agree the sleeves will be perfect with a bit of french cuff showing,that's all you need and a great pair of cufflinks.

[Daniel Riser]

That's a very well tailored suit for the 50s. Most double breasted suits I find with 49 union tags are on the baggy side. Beautiful suit Shamus, but I agree, french cuffs are the way to go.

[shamus]

I'm actually getting a box full of cuff links from my grandfather who collected them from around the world. I'll share some when I get them.

My shirt cuffs were just pulled up in the suit as it was just a quick photo opp.

And yes, the suit was not a "modern" suit of the time, but more a 40's look.

[Matt Deckard]

Jacket sleaves are fine, just need to see some shirt

[The Wingnut]

http://www.thewingnut.com/images/misc/green_suit.jpg

'30s GREEN pinstripe double-breasted suit. The suit everyone told me I'd never find! Label is 'Campus Clad', and there's not a union label to be found anywhere. There's a lot of blue in the green, as well...you can see compared to my tie. The hat and chair are green, too!

(that shirt is bad about showing below the cuffs...it's a perfect fit, it just doesn't want to show unless I pull on it a bit)

[Daniel Riser]

Wingnut,

That is beautiful! Where did you find it? I have a double breasted dark green, very very similiar color, but your lapels are more early thirties (which is more of my style) mine are the wide boys that started showing up around 36'

Seriously that is a phenomenal suit! One of the best I've ever seen!

[Matt Jones]

30's green chalk stripe! Unbelievable! That's a killer find, Wingnut.

[shamus]

suit with added french cuffs and pocket square, and I still think the sleeves are too short. Granted the french cuffs will shrink a bit....

http://www.ssb5.net/users/16636/suit_wide_in_color.jpg

[The Wingnut]

Here's a scan of the material. Not sure if I'd call it chalk stripe.

http://www.thewingnut.com/images/misc/green_suit_material.jpg

I bought it off of my favorite dealer, who happens to be a personal friend. I think he's supplied half of my wardrobe.

[MudInYerEye]

Shamus,
I like that picture. That suit works well on you. Lends that "make good on your debt or you'll see me again, and the next time I won't be smiling" look if that makes any sense.

[scotrace]

suit with added french cuffs and pocket square, and I still think the sleeves are too short. Granted the french cuffs will shrink a bit....

Yes. In this picture the sleeves seem too short. GREAT suit, and you look great in it, as well as in that hat. Serious, professional, well-dressed, someone who pays attention to details.

[Wild Root]

Shamus, that suit looks nice! The sleeves may look a little short but, I can't tell unless your arms are at your side. It wouldn't kill it to have the sleeves lengthened just a little though.

Wingnut, that suit is just amazing! In the first photo, it looks gray but the second photo of just the fabric is amazing! That is really a nice suit. The cut has an early look to it but, I'd say it's a late 30's or early 40's suit. But, what do I know? :p Is there a date in the pocket or a union tag?

Root.

[Chad Sanborn]

Nice suits Shamus and Wingnut!
I think that you have the perfect sleeve lenght. Just the right amount of cuff showing. You need that much to see the links.

Chad

[shamus]

suit update...

I dopped it off at the tailor today to lengthen the sleeves. He asked me to wear it. I did and he said..."oh, you want to loosen up the belly" I had to explain, that no, that's the point of owning a vintage suit that it doesn't look like a box... But I am letting out the pants a bit and the sleeves. We'll see if he does a good job.

[Wild Root]

Yeah Shamus, don't let those clowns touch the cut of the coat! Silly guys, if they only had taste! It fits you well and soon as you get it back with the sleeves down a little I think it will be a great suit!

Best,
WR.

[DanielJones]

Good Looking suits Shamus & Wingnut!
They look even better in color.

Cheers!

Dan

[Mr. Rover]

I received a new in the mail today! It's from the 1950's. It's a 4-1 blue flannel double-breasted blazer, and fits me almost perfectly (except the sleeves are about .5 inch too long)
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00687.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00686.jpg

I also got ANOTHER new jacket today from a different seller. It's a Hart, Schaffner, & Marx double-pinstripe 6-2 jacket in a bluish green color.
The color is relatively close to this picture from the site:
http://www.old-clothes.com/images/IM007991.JPG

[BellyTank]

Nice look Ray- I'm all for pinstriped jacket and cream pants- sporty as you like!


B
T

[Mr. Rover]

Thanks, Bellytank! I'll get pictures of the HS&M jacket soon! I wish it had pants with it- I think it'd be worth a lot of money!

ray

[BellyTank]

You could be a Shanghai Gangster- if you don't mind me saying so...

I'll put up a pic of the 'same' ensemble I have- maybe tomorrow.

B
T

[Mr. Rover]

My grandpa was from the the Shanghai area, actually, so it's quite apt. He fled to Taiwan when his parents arranged a marriage for him to this much older woman. Wife is Chinese is "Lao Puo", which means older lady.
He, my grandmother, my mom, and my uncle moved to N.Y. from Taiwan in the early 70's, where I was born and raised.

Some pictures of the linen slacks I wore tonight to my dad's 50th birthday party. It's still quite warm in Taiwan.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b50/WrongEra/Vintage/DSC00695.jpg

[Lauren]

Wonderful look! I think I was just getting into the golden era in high school, so it's nice to see a young gentleman doing the same. You have a very nice look and you take to vintage very well.

[Matt Deckard]

Very Leonardo Dicaprio in The Aviator.

Looks really cool and well to do.

Very nice.

[Daniel Riser]

Ray you're sporting one of my favorite looks! You've got an eye for style my man!

[Veronica Parra]

Well done! Post more photos when you have time. It's great to see everyone decked out!

[Daniel Riser]

Marc you should post pics of the green suit we traded. My camera wouldn't do it justice but you guys are great at posting the true colors.

By the way it was such a pleasure meeting the two of you. Next time we are in the area, if you guys aren't too busy, we'd love to have lunch or dinner with you two.

I've got a ton of pics ready, I'm attempting to load them now. Ties, shoes, shirts, suits, hats... so I'll post em' in your "show us" threads.

[Campus Five]

http://images12.fotki.com/v214/photos/8/83243/2607772/JCB-vi.jpg
Hey watch out! That's my wife you've got there (on your left - our right). By the way, my mom made her that dress.

[Wild Root]

Good to see ya around Campus Five! What's new?

WR.

[Matt Deckard]

Hey watch out! That's my wife you've got there (on your left - our right). By the way, my mom made her that dress.

I will always treat her with the utmost respect!

[Lauren]

As requested by M.Deckard. Heck, as long as I'm going for it, I might as well be the master crossposter.
http://www.shopbluemagnolia.com/expo08.jpg

[Daniel Riser]

at Mr. Deckard's request

(Photo removed due to the strange coincidence that both Dan and Lauren posted it simultaneously)

This is an early 30's tweed three piece that I picked up at the vintage expo a couple days ago for $125. It's made by Marshall, Field & Co. This suit is a tailor's opus.

[Brad Bowers]

Love the suit Daniel! Wish I could find one like it. Any close-up photos of the fabric?

Not to leave you out, Root. Your suit is pretty swell, too.

Brad

[Daniel Riser]

I'll talk to Lauren. We've got lots of pics to take and post.

[DanielJones]

Daniel: Yes, please do. We would love to have a closer peep at the material. Could we see the vest as well? You had said in a cross post that the vest had a hidden pen stitching, could you show that off as well please? I'd have to say you look like something out of the book 'Gentleman's Guide to Grooming & Style' by Bernhard Roetzel. Thank you for sharing.

WR: Could you tell me a bit about your black on black wingtips? Are they all leather or fabric and leather? The part behind the toe cap has a flat finish that looks like material.

Cheers!

Dan

[Daniel Riser]

Good eye Dan. I'll let Root tell you about the shoes but... those are his other pair I lust after. Amazing find especially in a size 12! Unheard of!

I will post pics of the vest stich and thanks for the complements.

Marc posted that it is a "Donegal weave." He saw the suit in person on Saturday.

Regards,

Dan

[Veronica Parra]

Amazing suit. Dan must take a photo of the jacket's pockets, which "bellow" into the lining. These inside bellows prevented the pockets from bulging outward when filled with objects. Instead, they bulged inward, where no one could see it happening. Hence, the line of the suit was maintained.

[Daniel Riser]

Yes... and I tested that and it works! Incredible tailoring!

[DanielJones]

I just wish I could find the good stuff you guys come across. Pickin's are a bit slim up here in San Luis Obispo County. I can find a great looking suit, but the size would have fit me about 18 years ago in highschool. Or if I find one in my size, the style is all wrong or just worn out, or it's in good shape and the selle wants an arm & a leg for it. Not too many 48R's to be found on e-bay to my consternation. I guess I'm just not looking hard enough or queing the right search words. I would love to find a vintage suit for our Christmas trip to Disneyland this year. Just trying to be a bit more stylish than the rest of the herd there.

Daniel:Always happy to compliment when a compliment is due. BTW, the 1930's shirt pattern that Lauren found for me on e-bay had arived. I bought several bits of material to make some shirts. Tell her I said thanks, the help was most appreciated. I've been trying to find vintage style stripe shirt material around at several fabric stores around where I live and haven't found much (too much floral foo foo). Do you have any sources for such materials, on-line or otherwise? Thanks for any help you can offer.

Cheers!

Dan

[Daniel Riser]

Dan. So we don't get too off track here I'll post this in general attire. Check out the section.

[Veronica Parra]

At the request of its former owner, Daniel Riser, I offer some photos of a teal green double-breasted suit dated 1939:


http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit002_edited-2.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit006.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit003.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit020.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit016.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit021.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit010.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit017.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/Veronicaparra/Greensuit012.jpg

[Chad Sanborn]

The green one looks remarkably like a blue one I recently lost on ebay. Snipered at the last second. :(

Chad

[Daniel Riser]

WOW! What kind of camera do you use Marc?

I found that one in Pasadena... so I didn't snipe it from you Chad :)

[Wild Root]

Oh, say it's to big, SAY IT'S TOO BIG! I'd do anything for a suit like that!!!

Enjoy Marc!

WR.

[Matt Jones]

That color is off the charts! Stunning!

[Sefton]

That is one fantastic suit. Really beautiful.

[Mr. Rover]

That button is pretty trippy...it's so perfect...

[boomerchop]

What a gorgeous suit. The color, the style, fabulous!
Paul

[Lauren]

I second the fact that the pictures you take are absolutely remarkable! We knew it was a good suit, but WOW! you sure know how to make it look as good on film as it is in person :)

[DanielJones]

All I can say is WOW! Gorgous suit, my friend. Where do you folks find these little gems that actually fit?

Cheers!

Dan

[Daniel Riser]

Dan:

I found that suit in Pasadena.