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2. The buttons on the Neopolitan are in a keystone arrangement; therefore, only the bottom button is designed to be and capable of being buttoned. On the SR, the bottom two rows of buttons align vertically so that it is a true 6 on 2. Early in his book, Manton says, in speaking of David Letterman's...

Prior to discovering LL, I knew only two names on Savile Row--A&S and Huntsman. As my education progresses, one thing I seem to notice is that Huntsman isn't mentioned very much. Is that perception correct, and if so, does it mean they've lost their lustre? I gather from the previous posts that Dege...

Any thoughts on Charles Tyrwhitt RTW shoes? They seem to have a nice selection of styles, and the prices are quite reasonable.

https://www.ctshirts.co.uk/content.aspx ... Code=Shoes

Metcalfe, let me too say thank you for drawing an unexpected connection between elegant language and elegant apparel. Clearly, many contributors to LL aspire to both; I must confess, however, that I for one never before saw the link. Brilliant. A possible point of interest, or at least curiosity: Up...

Thanks to everyone who responded. I have a better idea now of what's available here in town.

Peter

Thanks for the quick reply, Manton. I just googled Giacomo Trabalza and found that some people mention Jack Taylor in the same breath. Could I ask your opinion of him?

Peter

Greetings, Gentlemen. As a new registrant to LL, I'm looking forward to benefiting from your collective experience and erudition. My first question concerns my hometown, Los Angeles. I'm considering taking the plunge towards my first bespoke suit. But La-La Land is not noted for its denizens' devoti...