Jil Sander, John Smedley, Muji, Engineered Garments, Keds

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NWT John Smedley Leander sea island cotton long-sleeved polo, small

$130 --> $100

Woven of very fine, soft, and slightly lustrous sea island cotton. Suitable for wear in summer because it is light (like a feather!), but not sheer.

The color is a light gray melange slightly lighter than pictured.

Half-raglan sleeves;

Fully-formed collar looks extremely nice;

Cuffable sleeves;

Matched, lustrous buttons at 3-button placket;

Ribbing at hem and cuffs;

New with tags;

Includes spare button;

Only stored on this hanger for the purposes of the photograph.

This is a true staple item, unchanged from the 50s or so (?). The fit is tapered and short at the hem, but with a delightful, louche drape, and the collar gives it that extra oomph that a limp polo or henley would lack. Nice in-between option.

I don't need to rave about the quality. John Smedley has been making knits for 225 years at mills in Derbyshire, England. There's nothing wrong with this item, and I'm tempted to keep it, but I have too many of these. Save on shipping, import duties and all that and buy it here! Goes for $200 at Barneys, $235 at South Willard.

(Knit, so it stretches)

S2S - Raglan, but approx. 17?

P2P 19~20 (again, the body tapers immediately, but there is full range of motion in the armpit. feels like 19 or 20)

SLV 25.5 uncuffed

HEM 23~24 (sits short)

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4. I use a warmer color temperature on my monitor, but I strive to explain the color and adjust the levels accordingly before posting. It should show up OK, but ask if uncertain about the shade.[/b]

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6. Disregard the neg rep. I made a glib comment in a denim thread and people flipped out and thought I was a denim hater.

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NWT John Smedley Leander sea island cotton long-sleeved polo, small

$130 --> $100

Woven of very fine, soft, and slightly lustrous sea island cotton. Suitable for wear in summer because it is light (like a feather!), but not sheer.

The color is a light gray melange slightly lighter than pictured.

Half-raglan sleeves;

Fully-formed collar looks extremely nice;

Cuffable sleeves;

Matched, lustrous buttons at 3-button placket;

Ribbing at hem and cuffs;

New with tags;

Includes spare button;

Only stored on this hanger for the purposes of the photograph.

This is a true staple item, unchanged from the 50s or so (?). The fit is tapered and short at the hem, but with a delightful, louche drape, and the collar gives it that extra oomph that a limp polo or henley would lack. Nice in-between option.

I don't need to rave about the quality. John Smedley has been making knits for 225 years at mills in Derbyshire, England. There's nothing wrong with this item, and I'm tempted to keep it, but I have too many of these. Save on shipping, import duties and all that and buy it here! Goes for $200 at Barneys, $235 at South Willard.

(Knit, so it stretches)

S2S - Raglan, but approx. 17?

P2P 19~20 (again, the body tapers immediately, but there is full range of motion in the armpit. feels like 19 or 20)

SLV 25.5 uncuffed

HEM 23~24 (sits short)

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Engineered Garments Shawl Collar Field Shirt Jacket, Wabash Stripe, small

$100

As far as I know, this particular color and fabric were only sold in Japan and that store in Toronto.

Deep indigo blue with ticking railroad stripe.

Very appealing boxy cut a la Ervell;

Buttons at cuffs;

Two side pockets, one outer breast pocket;

One inner breast pocket and one inner side pocket;

Piping at armholes;

Shawl collar;

Exciting topstitching at neck;

Button-over wind guard.

Note: There is a small defect, but I don't think it detracts from the overall garment. There are about 10 specks or dots on the upper right shoulder area from bleach. I wore this to the laundromat once and some unwitting fool had left bleach over all of the surfaces. See the photos for details -- they are pinprick size and, while visible, don't visibly mar the look because it is a "chore jacket." I always considered this as part of the lived-in patina, but caveat emptor.

S2S 17

P2P 20

HEM 24.5

SLV 25 (cuffable)

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Engineered Garments Shawl Collar Field Shirt Jacket, Wabash Stripe, small

$100

As far as I know, this particular color and fabric were only sold in Japan and that store in Toronto.

Deep indigo blue with ticking railroad stripe.

Very appealing boxy cut a la Ervell;

Buttons at cuffs;

Two side pockets, one outer breast pocket;

One inner breast pocket and one inner side pocket;

Piping at armholes;

Shawl collar;

Exciting topstitching at neck;

Button-over wind guard.

Note: There is a small defect, but I don't think it detracts from the overall garment. There are about 10 specks or dots on the upper right shoulder area from bleach. I wore this to the laundromat once and some unwitting fool had left bleach over all of the surfaces. See the photos for details -- they are pinprick size and, while visible, don't visibly mar the look because it is a "chore jacket." I always considered this as part of the lived-in patina, but caveat emptor.

S2S 17

P2P 20

HEM 24.5

SLV 25 (cuffable)

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Jil Sander F/W 09 charcoal flannel slacks, size 46EU/30US

SOLD

I am hesitant to let these go, because they are my most comfortable, attractive pant, but let's list them anyway.

From F/W 09 season, Raf Simons supervised, etc., these are meant to be worn uncreased - they are unlined. Which is what you want, because the drape of the fabric is amazing!

Worn a handful of times. Retail was $550 at MAC.

Top-notch, soft flannel with a velvety hand;

Button-crotch and two-point (metal) closure;

Made in Italy: immaculate seamwork and taped edges;

Darting at back in the signature "slanted" Jil Sander style;

Piped pockets sit flat and resemble besom pockets;

Tapers acutely from the knee down, to a small leg opening (7'');

Just dry cleaned, hangs in cedar, etc.

That's it! There are no superfluous details or meaningless buttons on the pockets. Minimalism at its finest. Subtle, understated charcoal color and a beautiful silhouette. The cut is tapered, but the clever seamwork means there is no tightness or awkwardness anywhere. They feel completely fluid and drape beautifully. I never felt like I was wearing "slim" pants when wearing these, thanks to the subtle tapered curve from the thigh down to the ankle.

WST 15.4

FR 10.25

INSM 29

LO 7

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Jil Sander F/W 09 charcoal flannel slacks, size 46EU/30US

SOLD

I am hesitant to let these go, because they are my most comfortable, attractive pant, but let's list them anyway.

From F/W 09 season, Raf Simons supervised, etc., these are meant to be worn uncreased - they are unlined. Which is what you want, because the drape of the fabric is amazing!

Worn a handful of times. Retail was $550 at MAC.

Top-notch, soft flannel with a velvety hand;

Button-crotch and two-point (metal) closure;

Made in Italy: immaculate seamwork and taped edges;

Darting at back in the signature "slanted" Jil Sander style;

Piped pockets sit flat and resemble besom pockets;

Tapers acutely from the knee down, to a small leg opening (7'');

Just dry cleaned, hangs in cedar, etc.

That's it! There are no superfluous details or meaningless buttons on the pockets. Minimalism at its finest. Subtle, understated charcoal color and a beautiful silhouette. The cut is tapered, but the clever seamwork means there is no tightness or awkwardness anywhere. They feel completely fluid and drape beautifully. I never felt like I was wearing "slim" pants when wearing these, thanks to the subtle tapered curve from the thigh down to the ankle.

WST 15.4

FR 10.25

INSM 29

LO 7

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New Muji "Ochiwata" long-sleeve cotton tee, small

$10

Soft, slightly slubby cotton tee in a light blue color somewhere between sky blue and seafoam. Made of "dropped yarn," as they call it, which imparts a slightly gauzy quality to the material. It has some stretch, but the shoulders and body are well-constructed and fit smartly. Three-quarter length sleeves that look good rolled up.

New and unworn. Color is closest to pics 3 and 4.

S2S 17.5

P2P 18.5~19

SLV 22~23

HEM 24

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New Muji "Ochiwata" long-sleeve cotton tee, small

$10

Soft, slightly slubby cotton tee in a light blue color somewhere between sky blue and seafoam. Made of "dropped yarn," as they call it, which imparts a slightly gauzy quality to the material. It has some stretch, but the shoulders and body are well-constructed and fit smartly. Three-quarter length sleeves that look good rolled up.

New and unworn. Color is closest to pics 3 and 4.

S2S 17.5

P2P 18.5~19

SLV 22~23

HEM 24

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Engineered Garments cotton gauze scarf

$35

S/S 09?

Soft, slubby multi-color cotton gauze;

100% cotton;

One size;

Never worn;

Original retail ~$85.

Engineered Garments wool scarf

$35

F/W 09;

100% wool with a slightly stretchy weave;

Rolled edges;

One size;

Never worn, virtually no pilling to speak of;

Original retail ~$105

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Engineered Garments cotton gauze scarf

$35

S/S 09?

Soft, slubby multi-color cotton gauze;

100% cotton;

One size;

Never worn;

Original retail ~$85.

Engineered Garments wool scarf

$35

F/W 09;

100% wool with a slightly stretchy weave;

Rolled edges;

One size;

Never worn, virtually no pilling to speak of;

Original retail ~$105

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Keds Champion CVO white canvas sneakers, 10.5

$20

Worn once (<5 hrs.) with insoles, no wear to insides and barely any markings;

These cost $50 on the Keds website plus shipping. My loss is your gain.

Lace-up, rubber sole, etc., you know the drill;

Comes with box and shoe inserts.

Lauren Ralph Lauren all-weather microfiber raincoat with quilted lining

$60

Size 36R.

Water-repellent "waxed" microfiber raincoat with fully-fashioned collar;

Polyester/nylon blend;

Breast pocket;

Snap-in warm (flannel-like) lining is quilted and creates a second layer;

Lining is intact and exhibits no pilling;

Cell phone pocket, etc;

Surprisingly solid construction and finishes.

Retail ~$200? Worn 4-5 times.

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Keds Champion CVO white canvas sneakers, 10.5

$20

Worn once (<5 hrs.) with insoles, no wear to insides and barely any markings;

These cost $50 on the Keds website plus shipping. My loss is your gain.

Lace-up, rubber sole, etc., you know the drill;

Comes with box and shoe inserts.

Lauren Ralph Lauren all-weather microfiber raincoat with quilted lining

$60

Size 36R.

Water-repellent "waxed" microfiber raincoat with fully-fashioned collar;

Polyester/nylon blend;

Breast pocket;

Snap-in warm (flannel-like) lining is quilted and creates a second layer;

Lining is intact and exhibits no pilling;

Cell phone pocket, etc;

Surprisingly solid construction and finishes.

Retail ~$200? Worn 4-5 times.

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