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by Cornelius
Thu Nov 19, 2009 11:28 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Bicycles
Replies: 77
Views: 14190

Re: Bicycles

I cycle to my office in London in all but the most inclement weather and find the Pashley sovereign my favoured steed for the following reasons: 1 - the gears mean that I do not strain and break sweat; 2- coatguard fitted; 3- full chaincase I also have a gazelle but prefer the Pashley's posture. I w...
by Cornelius
Thu Nov 19, 2009 11:05 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Illustration of the week #19: The Duke's 2
Replies: 25
Views: 6149

Re: Illustration of the week #19: The Duke's 2

On the subject of 'the Duke', I note that a suit, a jacket and a number of shirts are again gracing a saleroom floor. I must confess that in the spirit, oft' expressed here, of viewing style as indespensible from character; I cannot draw as much inspiration from the man as others do. Nevertheless, f...
by Cornelius
Sat Jul 25, 2009 7:44 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Unlined Linen Coats
Replies: 10
Views: 2596

Re: Unlined Linen Coats

Thank you. Your responses have been most helpful. My preference is also for the naturally relaxed and honest look that wrinkled linen affords. Although I think the 'buggy lining' option will be more realistic for me as I am based in London and it seems the most orthodox construction. I take the poin...
by Cornelius
Fri Jul 17, 2009 7:33 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Unlined Linen Coats
Replies: 10
Views: 2596

Unlined Linen Coats

In the DB lapel width thread Mr Alden displays what I think is a splendid cream linen DB coat. I note from one of Mr Alden's replies that it is unlined. I too would like to commission an odd heavyweight linen coat and am intrigued by the idea of having it entirely unlined. I seem to recall seeing so...