A normal person at the airport: “I like your jacket, it reminds me of Isaia”
Me: “Actually, you can tell by the shoulder expression that it’s manica mappina — more of a Sicilian trademark, although tailoring from Naples and Palermo share similar characteristics, such as…”

This is me #ibew #uniondrip

I know tucking in a sweater is anathema to many, but when done right (with high waist trousers that hang well) the result is ***chefs kiss***

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New pants & fitting of a polo coat with I Sarti Italiani

Some good stuff coming soon…

Jane Goodall has some fire fits. Her embroidered and printed shawl / collarless coats look great with a turtleneck/ high collar shirt

Looking forward to warmer weather

I was a tech worker ant for years, now I’m a union electrician, and I can tell you, this story rings true.

The latest podcast with derek guy as we take notes from the best ways modern stores have encouraged in-store shopping, such as Self Edge - Kiya The Armoury NYC and Jian DeLeon from Nordstrom Also, I recall my time working at Armani

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“Jeans with a sport coat is such a Yank thing.”

Yukio, amused, smirks.

Double breasted with a tie? Button when standing. Casual suit, no tie? Unbuttoned is OK.

Self belt inspiration from Lemaire. Note how the pleat lines up with the belt loop. I’d bring them 1-2” closer together, but you get the idea.