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by Hanseat
Sun Jan 15, 2006 10:59 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: TM Lewin Shoes - Decent Quality?
Replies: 10
Views: 3477

I would like to sincerely apologize for the remark I made. I am aware that India as the world's biggest democracy is a complex country. Though this can and should not serve as an apology, I wrote these lines way too late (1:44 am) and they only came to me as an afterthought. I am cognizant that the ...
by Hanseat
Sun Jan 15, 2006 2:46 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: DB Buttoniere Holes
Replies: 15
Views: 4387

Now I am wondering where one may acquire such a little silver vase for the buttoniere (thank you for your definition)? Is it possible to buy one through regular retail channels anymore, save for a silversmith, or does one have to look through eBay and antique shops?
by Hanseat
Sun Jan 15, 2006 2:32 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: DB Buttoniere Holes
Replies: 15
Views: 4387

Thank you for the quick reply, as I started to wonder about this myself and thought that at this point I could still change the placement. I might do that if more people agree on this issue. Knowing that RWS is a knowledgeable man I apparently do not have to worry too much though. I plan on wearing ...
by Hanseat
Sun Jan 15, 2006 1:44 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: TM Lewin Shoes - Decent Quality?
Replies: 10
Views: 3477

If I may I'd like to add another reason that speaks agianst the purchase of these shoes (90GBP is still money that is better invested elsewhere): As I read these shoes are being made in India. Despite a british influence I would seriously doubt that the craftsmanship is good. But mostly I'd like to ...
by Hanseat
Sun Jan 15, 2006 1:21 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: DB Buttoniere Holes
Replies: 15
Views: 4387

Buttoniere keeper

When already discussing the question of a buttoniere then I might add a question myself: What do the gentlemen of the LL view as the appropriate placement for the loop on the back of the lapel to properly hold the flower in place? After a short discussion with my tailor we decided to put it ca. 1.5 ...