Speaking of struggling brands, this thread over at Sartorially Inclined suggests that Banana Republic has a major image problem. Shame. Whether or not you appreciated its take on safari chic, there was a time when BR had real character. Then, for a number of years, we could count on the brand for reasonably-priced, understated basics…. Read more »

On the heels of a nasty review in The Times, Club Monaco is hosting a sample sale through Friday, 4/2, featuring shorts and shirts from $5 to $10, and similar deals. Our friends at Sugar Walk Catwalk warn that the lines are long, and many of the goods are damaged. [SWC via Racked] Club Monaco… Read more »

“I’ve reached a point where comfort is also a motivator in how I dress.”

The price is usually right at Club Monaco, but — from a quality and fit perspective — the brand often leaves much to be desired. In its suiting department, where the brand was supposed to shine this year, Times ‘Critical Shopper‘ Jon Caramanica just stumbled into a sartorial minefield. On one model, “the collar was… Read more »

Beyond The Rack – X eBay Fashion Vault – X Editors’ Closet – X Gilt Man – Converse, Cockpit USA, (pictured), A. Testoni, Heys luggage, Boss by Hugo Boss, Richard Chai, Oliver Peoples, Links of London, Diesel shoes Haute Look – X Ideeli – X Reverse (pass: Reverse) – Acne Jeans, Nudie Jeans Row Nine… Read more »