Australian Members - Part II - if you read the first post, you'll get what this is all about.

[sensuki]

I've had good results in both tailoring and shirts from The Finery Company, via Melbourne Trunk shows.

 

[Geoffrey Firmin]

For business pants/chinos, what are some good brands to look at that I can get in Brisbane? I'm thinking of something a bit better than Uniqlo.

Also is there a thread somewhere on best menswear stores in each city/state?

Re chinos SKU made in US classic Silhouette. Bills were a personal favorite haven’t bought any in years. Also if your after purely casual use the Muji ones are OK.

 

[__PG__]

Jenny Fei, top dr do all in the c b d. Saved many of my garments in the past few years - knits and woven

A few years ago my summer jacket had a rip and ~60 pulled threads of varying degrees from my friend's cat going to town on it. Wouldnt even know it happened now. I only know where the damage was due to photos i took before she mended it.

Another one worth mentioning is my PS Summer wool Polo came apart at the armpit seam and the knit unravelled at the shoulder. She fixed the armpit by hand and re-knitted the shoulder, had to patch it with some closely matched cotton thread. Can only tell at 15-20cm away.

Photo of the jacket repair on the google reviews, can take a pic of the knit mending on request.

Some moths ate through the collar of my wool/mohair suit (which was poking up through the top of an old torn suit bag). Jenny had a look at it and showed me some sample repairs she has done in the past. In the end I decided not to go through with, as the cost was almost $1,000 (the moths had a good meal) but there is no doubt judging by the sample work she showed me, her recommendations here and from others (e.g. Sebastian at American Tailors), that she would have done a good job.

 

[Scuppers]

Some moths ate through the collar of my wool/mohair suit (which was poking up through the top of an old torn suit bag). Jenny had a look at it and showed me some sample repairs she has done in the past. In the end I decided not to go through with, as the cost was almost $1,000 (the moths had a good meal) but there is no doubt judging by the sample work she showed me, her recommendations here and from others (e.g. Sebastian at American Tailors), that she would have done a good job.

Omg, Sebastian is working there?

 

[ColdEyedPugilist]

So, in a moment of great rarity I'm going to be in Sydney conservative business dress for work in May with a few hours to spare if I play my cards right.

Planning on hitting up SuSu to get a measure on their standard suiting range (Havana block from memory) and see how it fits. Hopefully no alterations required, but we'll see. Also need some new business shirts and I see they sell plenty. I seem to have developed a fetish for wider lapels and this seems a good way to indulge that.

So, anyone here got any experience with them? As in how would they compare to, say Bale shirting? Or even (assuming fit works) Oscar Hunt given pricing at the top end is on par with their MTM?

Lots of experience, good and bad lol.

Havana block - this is their version of your good ol soft-shouldered Southern Italian tailoring. The jacket is pretty slim and the trousers are mid-rise. Some of the models have wide lapels; be sure to enquire which ones these are, as standard lapels are the norm. SuSu can alter pants length in half an hour but sleeve length etc takes three days. Personally, I prefer the Lazio block as there’s a bit more structure in the shoulders, something I find myself increasingly leaning towards.

Shirting - Their shirts are actually pretty decent. I have a few of these and I think they’re better than Bale, in general. Not as cheap though IIRC. OTOH, there are fabric ID labels so you’ll know exactly what you’re buying and most of the fabrics are legit (eg Canclini). Their extra slim is the equivalent of Bale’s Samurai sizing. Many shirts now come with an adjustable cuff (two buttons), which is always useful. PS I really like their linen shirts.

 

[The False Prophet]

I have a deceptively simple need that is proving ridiculously difficult to meet. Does anyone know where I might be able to get my hands on some pure cotton (not cotton-linen) white handkerchiefs with hand rolled edges?

I prefer pure cotton as it tends to have a bit of movement, whereas cotton-linen once folded holds its shape but looks a bit fussy.

I bought some from Seward at David Jones back in the day for probably about $12 each, but DJs haven't stocked them for years and apparently Seward have now gone out of business...

 

[single_origin]

What do people think of Calibre? Does the quality justify the price?

 

[__PG__]

I think the consensus here is that Calibre charge a lot of for a 'fashion-forward' garment that
- uses a lot of synthetic fibres
- cuts corners on construction
- will be dated in a few seasons.

And that for the price you are better off at MJ Bale.

But I could be wrong

 

[smeggett]

Lots of experience, good and bad lol.

Havana block - this is their version of your good ol soft-shouldered Southern Italian tailoring. The jacket is pretty slim and the trousers are mid-rise. Some of the models have wide lapels; be sure to enquire which ones these are, as standard lapels are the norm. SuSu can alter pants length in half an hour but sleeve length etc takes three days. Personally, I prefer the Lazio block as there’s a bit more structure in the shoulders, something I find myself increasingly leaning towards.

Shirting - Their shirts are actually pretty decent. I have a few of these and I think they’re better than Bale, in general. Not as cheap though IIRC. OTOH, there are fabric ID labels so you’ll know exactly what you’re buying and most of the fabrics are legit (eg Canclini). Their extra slim is the equivalent of Bale’s Samurai sizing. Many shirts now come with an adjustable cuff (two buttons), which is always useful. PS I really like their linen shirts.

Thanks for the feedback CEP!

I'll book an appointment and see how things go. No issues being more expensive than Bale shirting if I can get a decent fit. Last time in Bale nothing quite worked right so they suggested getting shirts altered. I figured for that it's close enough to MTM territory, so if the quality/price ratio is there, then I'll take it.

 

[chatelet]

I have a deceptively simple need that is proving ridiculously difficult to meet. Does anyone know where I might be able to get my hands on some pure cotton (not cotton-linen) white handkerchiefs with hand rolled edges?

I prefer pure cotton as it tends to have a bit of movement, whereas cotton-linen once folded holds its shape but looks a bit fussy.

I bought some from Seward at David Jones back in the day for probably about $12 each, but DJs haven't stocked them for years and apparently Seward have now gone out of business...

Sam Hober will do them, though obviously several multiples of $12!

 

[robbie miles]

Double monk in the Strand Arcade have the French Goddard label. I’ve got them in almost every colour way. They are my go to PS. In various sizes as well.

 

[Jimba]

As it is getting colder, I'm looking for something good to wear over my business casual outfit. I was thinking of a coat or a blazer or something.

What do people recommend that is good? and would it be worth going 2nd hand to get better value for money?

From my research blazers that are 100% natural fibres can be very pricey new.

 

[Markodevil]

What are your go-to brands for Jeans? I did not realise that finding a nice pair of jeans that are not overly skinny or aggressively tapered was a difficult task, unless I am just looking in the wrong places.

 

[sensuki]

What are your go-to brands for Jeans? I did not realise that finding a nice pair of jeans that are not overly skinny or aggressively tapered was a difficult task, unless I am just looking in the wrong places.

I quite like the cut of my Informale jeans. Mid-high rise, roomy top block, straight-ish leg. Both hands fit in pockets easily without it being tight in the seat.

 

[sydneycider]

What are your go-to brands for Jeans? I did not realise that finding a nice pair of jeans that are not overly skinny or aggressively tapered was a difficult task, unless I am just looking in the wrong places.

Natalino and Berg & Berg.

I have also heard good things about P Johnson jeans and the new Suitsupply highrise jeans look solid (definitely the cheapest).

Nudie Jeans also have two mens high rise models now, although I'm so off and on with them.