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One further comment on H&K and their product quality. Late last year, I purchased two MTM shirts. H&K insisted my neck size was a 15 inch not the 15.5 inch which I have comfortably worn for many years. Despite protests and pointing out personal preference, H&K insisted on making the two shirts with ...

Astaire's methodology is well known for its success in this instance. Delighted to read this being mentioned here.

Some women prefer their men in cuffs. Links and keys optional.

Curious to learn which of the previously mentioned glove makers still include fourchettes in their construction.

The button you described is classic continental tailoring giving the wearer the option to close the jacket in one of two ways. The mechanics of closure here should be obvious. Single trouser braid for black tie remains available. The braid does NOT have to match the grosgrain pattern on the lapels. ...

Ron Postal selected the clothing. The tailor was based in California by the name of Heinz..Alas, he is quite elderly and no longer cuts. I am fortunate to own several of his suits along with a tuxedo and tailcoat.

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Possibilities:

Bruce Cameron Clark. Although he sub-contracts out laundering, he used to sell separate collars at Cole's, and he should be able to direct his people to acheive the desired result.

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Thanks Mark. Cole's is located in NYC?

Seeking NYC suggestions for (1) a good shirt laundry and (2) a first rate laundry who understands how detatchable collars are laundered, starched/sized, polished and waxed. For the latter, have tried Hallack, Jeeves, Caress, MIlton's, Meurice's, etc. etc., all to no avail despite showing an example ...

With regard to the first photograph posted, the open cut of the inferior aspect is that of what you Yanks would term a «kilt jacket». As referenced by others, jacket length varies significantly and is something of a personal taste matter. Recall, in this case 1920, frock coats were still in use whos...