englandmj7

I have the same Filson in green. Awesome as hell.

Free bump.

we have no second amendment

I think you guys do, it just doesn't relate to guns.

Isn't it something about being able to feed poutine to a moose during the three weeks following Canada Day?

Riddle me this:

Why does Canada suck?

Tonight, some bar hopping for appys and cocktails

Buffalo Chicken

Asparagus coleslaw

Blue cheese crumbles and...

a Budweiser Foam! yum.

Jesus fucking Christ. I'm getting really sick of seeing all these disgusting attempts at Ferran Adria-biting bullshit. I would spit this in the chef's face.

The only overseas clothing import markup that truly offends me is OC's Topshop products. Motherfuckers charging the likes of $375 for a generic-ass, mediocre quality £80 jacket. Madness.

I'm so on topic.

I'll back up chrono here. Never seen/heard of big quality issues with BoO and amongst all the B-Tier american brands they definitely stand head and shoulders above, construction-wise (even compared to NdG).

I remember when people here were shitting themselves over the Corpus quilted leather jacket! I was warning people then, too.

I don't think BoO is poor quality. I like some of their designs and their items seem to be well put together. I just think they charge absurd prices for what is essentially, a slightly edgier version of Brooks Brothers. Their shirt prices are on par with the top tier Italian shirtmakers that use insanely luxurious fabrics, MOP buttons, hand stitching, etc. That's a tall order for such a new brand.

damn i want some ikea

^ the daim cake ?

Even if I'm not hungry, I still get that damn meatball plate and Daim cake if I'm in IKEA. Oh, and lingonberry juice. Mmm.......gourmet. I'm gonna start bringing dates there.

Let's learn to search so we notice that there are already threads on this subject:

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=12840

What hype is there for steven alan? A lot of jil, raf, margiela basics aren't really worth retail to me. Their more interesting, special pieces, sure, but not plain button ups.

So basically, you're just mad that brands charge a lot? I don't buy that shit at retail because i'm not wealthy. But if i regularly shopped in that price bracket, given what a brand like BoO offers compared to similarly priced goods (well, BoO retail used to be about $150-200 but keeps going up) would be worth it.

With SA shit, i've seen nice looking shit and i've seen some straight dollar store looking stuff. I don't think anyone is saying he's an innovative designer or even is offering something unique and special. But for people in the market for button ups, a sized down SA shirt, depending on which one can work out for some people. I can't really speak for people who buy shit at retail though.

You're just mad for the sake of being mad these days, aren't you?

Mad? Not mad. Just giving my opinion. Is that alright? No one's asking you to concede defeat here.

I don't mind that many brands charge high prices for 'basic' goods. I am more than happy to admit that I've paid $500 for shoes or $1200 for suits, etc. It's about VALUE. Which of course, is relative, but only to a certain extent. Believe I discussed this before:

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=24321

SA is simply, in my educated opinion, a poor value for your money. And no, it's not valid to say that, to a person with a $500K income, the shirts are a good buy, because for the last fucking time, not only are there comparable substitutes, there are also substitutes made of better fabrics, better construction and better fit for lower prices. It's one thing to say: "I'm rich bitch, I'm too lazy to walk to Ralph Lauren and these SA shirts work well enough for me".........but it's another to say: "SA shirts are a good product and a good value at $180 a pop".

I don't know how much more I can simplify this:

Buy all the SA shirts you want. At full retail, they are still a VERY POOR VALUE.

So basically, you're just mad that brands charge a lot?

To address this point again, I don't mind that certain brands charge alot, but I do mind that stupid fucks continue to keep said brands in business by paying alot for their garbage. Key offenders include: SA, BoO, Theory, Trovata, Opening Ceremony, etc.

I'm not asking anyone to agree with me, I simply enjoy debating.

England, you're smart enough but i know hate be blinding you. You know that quality doesn't only mean how long it'll hold up during intense use, right? Maybe lucky is saying that the quality of the garment in general is better. The fit, the construction, details, fabric, longevity in terms of maintaining shape, and general aesthetic.

I know you also hate Band of Outsiders, but i own 2 band of outsiders shirts, a few cheap ones, a filippa k one and used to have a jil sander one. The band of outsider shirt holds it's own fabric, construction wise with the Jil and is a completely different fit from it, so they're hard to compare besides the fact that they're a button up. Just because you don't believe the hype doesn't mean you're actually right about anything. I know there are better quality shirts out there, but for a shorter hemmed slim fitting shirt, they're solid buys on sale. I probably wouldn't fuck with retail on either brands

You're smart enough, but i know HYPE be blinding you. You're right, quality doesn't only mean durability. It can also be shown through the thread count, stitching, construction techniques, etc. But if these are the agreed upon factors, how can you still tell me that SA stands out? I've handled plenty of their items (their LA store is blocks from where I live) and I haven't been impressed.

The funniest part is, you're essentially agreeing with me. You have all suggested that ON SALE, the stuff is a decent value. Well, shit, of course it is. Rick/Raf/Lavin are good value at 50% off too. Doesn't mean their prices aren't exorbitant. Difference is, at least these guys are offering something innovative and selling a lifestyle/image. My dislike for the SA brand also stems from the fact that there are HUNDREDS of comparable substitutes at a fraction of the price. The same can't be said for many other high-priced brands hyped on here. THE WHOLE POINT OF MY GODDAMN ARGUMENT IS THAT AT FULL RETAIL PRICE, SA SHIT IS A JOKE. The shirts should be $75, not $175. I'm not saying I wouldn't wear one if I received it as a gift, I'm merely pointing out that they are one of many brands overcharging for their product. It's like a mini fucking Theory but with more flannel.

Speaking of BOO and SA, this is strangely applicable:

http://acontinuouslean.com/2008/05/20/band-of-outsiders-versus-steven-alan/

All those shirts look like shit.

Seriously, this is mental........it even looks like crap on the mannequin:

don't really understand englandmj7's hate on the mainline SA stuff, though. I have two Steven Alan shirts and I consider them the best I've ever had on.

If you can't see the absurdity of $180, thin, plain cotton, ill-fitting flannel shirts then I'm not sure what to tell you. Not only can you find much better looking, comparable items from the likes of Ralph Lauren for 1/2 the price, but I'd venture to say that they are pretty much on par in terms of style/quality with your generic, floppy-collared, lightweight button-up from Target/GAP/etc.

More power to the man for expanding his presence all over the world, but honest to god, I really can't see the appeal AT ALL.

As a side note, I've been guilty of using the 'quality' argument on plenty of occasions, but let's be serious, no one is fucking logging in their Steven Alan shirts. The button-ups I've owned that have lasted me longest have been $9.99 Wrangler ones. So, that being said, people obviously buy this for the style/fit; which is why I'm a bit confused since the brand's offerings have neither.

Looks like garbage. Also why is Corpus doing a diffusion line when it's already cheap and shitty quality. I can't imagine what the By Corpus stuff feels and fits like...

Uh, exact same goes for Steven Alan. Never understood who buys that shit. Mediocre cuts, mediocre quality, extremely mediocre/bland designs, and absurd prices. UO fits in perfectly with their scheme.

Loehmann's Men's in LA just got in an absolute shitload of Helmut Lang. All around 50-75% off. 6 or 7 different kinds of blazers/suit jackets, leather jackets, 4 or 5 different types of button-up shirts with unique tabs / collars.........pants, you name it. Full size runs of pretty much everything

I'm going camping on assateague island in august...

I hear the mosquitos are killer, hopefully not too killer...

hmm......

WHATCHU KNOW BOUT MISTY OF CHINCOTEAGUE ??!?!??!

.........anyone else have to read that shit in 2nd grade?

Coolest camping trip I've ever been on was to Havasu Canyon. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and relatively unknown places in the world. It's an 11 mile hike down to the campgrounds, through a tiny Native American village who's only association with the outside world is a daily mule-train that delivers mail and supplies. You have to get a permit through the tribe to camp there and they only allow a certain number a year. From the campsite, it's another 9 miles or so on some cool-ass trails (with climbing, ropes, tunnels, etc involved) to the intersection of Havasu Canyon and the Grand Canyon. Amazing.

The river / water is actually this color.........

i havent seen this at this at the trader joes around me, im guessing its sold out out close to me.

It may be seasonal, but I've been going to the same Trader Joe's by my house for over a year now and haven't ever seen it out of stock at any point. Probably limited to certain high-volume stores, or something like that. Considering most of Unibroue's larger bottles are $7 and up, it's a pretty good value.

Swung by BevMo today. Picked up two bottles each of:

Wish I could make it to the Stone 12th anniversary event. My buddy lives down in Oceanside, so it'd be an easy drive from his place. Unfortunately (and fortunately), I will be in NYC that weekend. Shit.

Also, can't remember if someone was saying that certain stores are limiting the amount of 12th anniversary you can buy, but the BevMo on Santa Monica in West Hollywood has cases of it and definitely no limit to buy. $5.99 a bottle.

On a side note, put in a request to move this to Superculture as well. Let's see if it works.

Nice! That's a good deal, and Unibroue usually makes great stuff. Is this just in most Trader Joe's?

Should be in all Trader Joe's.

Jmatsu?

http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/07/27/japan.porn/index.html?iref=mpstoryview

Finally got a couple bottles of this. Great stuff. $4.99 a bottle. Made by Unibroue.......

mmmmm

gah i tried to start a skins thread way back but it bombed, rockin show though, you should beware that s2, while i think better than s1 gets way too serious in places also

agreeed, efffie and cassie are >

I think it's great that by the end of Season 2, every single female cast member, without exceptions, has shown their tits. Ha hah. Must have been a casting requirement.

cassie > the entire cast of gossipgirl.

agree? i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do i do

agreeeeeeeeeeeeed

That Effie chick is already super fucking hot. Wait 3 or 4 years.

Skins is great shit. Gossip Girl still sucks mule cock.

does anyone have experience with tea eggs? i was given one by a friend and i used it and it sucked. i really like my adagio inginuitea but it can be a PITA to get all the leaves out, so i'm looking for an alternative...

Tea Egg ?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tea_egg

Pretty sure they are commonly referred to as tea balls / infusers.

I use them; work fine. I also like to use filters if I'm not making a whole pot:

No clean-up and they are easier to use for bringing loose-leaf tea to work, etc.

Audition was fucking awful. So sick of Miike. Same regurgitated, nonsensical shit.

yo the 2nd and 3rd is not worth watching

haven't seen gozu

but seen ichi and audition

speaking of series', sympathy for mr. vengeance, is that worth watching?

I liked Oldboy and Sympathy for Lady Vengeance more, but Mr. Vengeance was OK. Watch it if you have easy access, but don't go out of your way to buy it.

my friend just told me his grandfather used to work for levi's

and has lotsa ol' denymz lying 'round, also a vintage sewing machine

I. WANT. TO. KOPP.

yoooo dismal, more info on those VB's you posted about earlier?

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Ah, holy fuck! I remember this show. Ha haah.

Well, looks like I can't swing the 1st after all.

Guess this may have to go on hiatus.......again........

i had a friend who sold blow, and he told me a story about how when he was younger (like 16) , he went to sell some guy in a shitty houseing complex a ball, and they went downstairs into some room, and started making with the transaction on the deep freeze...about 2 minutes into the deal some little kid, like 5 years old walks into the room and asks his dad if he can have a glass of water...my friend didn't go to housing complexes after that, and stopped selling to adults, he said the guy freaked out and screamed at the kid til he left the room, pretty convinced this 5 year old was gonna get the shit kicked out of him by his coked up dad.

Your friend is a liar. What little kid asks for a glass of water ?

One time, Michael Jackson took a dump at my house.