Walk It Off

— Fri, 27th June 2008 —

Until the end of next week, Prada is taking 45% off everything except luggage and top-shelf shoes. There’s still plenty of lesser shoes and spring/summer ’08, a store clerk tells us. BEWARE: Even on sale, Prada suits and blazers are a SHIT investment: Simply put, the proper way to construct a suit is by stitching… Read more »

Rack ‘Em Up

— Fri, 27th June 2008 —

Trusty Will over at A Suitable Wardrobe tells us what passes these days for a suitable wardrobe, and just how much you should be prepared to spend on one: I frequently advise clients to budget the acquisition of four articles of tailored clothing and two pairs of shoes each year, plus 25%-33% for accessories. The… Read more »

The Wrinkle Test

— Thu, 26th June 2008 —

In case you missed it, The Wall Street Journal recently subjected suits across a range of price-points to a vigorous quality test. [Click images to read the fine print] Key takeaway: Donald Trump’s name is worth dick.

Rein It In

— Thu, 26th June 2008 —

And the “Nays” have it: Deep-V T’s have officially been ruled out-of-bounds. [h(y)r]

Fuck It

— Thu, 26th June 2008 —

Soho is presently home to several blowout summer sales on labels like Oliver Spencer, Duckie Brown, and Gilded Age. All first-rate stuff. • Today and Friday only, Williamson Showroom is taking up to 70% off those and other designers. 119 Mercer St between Prince & Spring – Loft 2S – 212-226-5507 – Map • Also,… Read more »