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[kazuki666]

Went back to Dreamland yesterday again. Made another shirt. But Amy seems to have very gd biz lor, can only collect it end mth.
The damage is $90, 2 ply cotton.

Initially her staff brought out many different pattern of fabrics, coz Amy was serving a customer.
But knn all those sibey ex wan. England and Ireland Epytian cotton. Then Amy was done with that customer, she smiled and told me those are very ex, will cost me $200 for a piece of shirt!
She knows my budget is ard $100 lor, so she brought out several different fabrics base on the requirements i told her.
This time is maroon color, no more stripes le. Coz i realised that my whole wardrobe almost all shirts are stripes.

I was again quite keen in her floral fabrics. But i am dunn what to choose and how to match them...
Ask u all. If i am to watch it with those dark blue raw straight cut jeans, should i get a long sleeve or short sleeve? Darker or lighter shade?
In terms of floral fabric.

Anyone can help???

 

[FreshRock]

What special details will u be looking at?

U only repeat the same shirt every 3rd to 4th wk?!
WAH!! That means u have at least 15 shirts to rotate?!

Special details like double collars and 2 fabric mixed cuffs. I have 30+ shirts in my wardrobe, but isn't that a norm among office executives? I'm certain many own more than me.

 

[FreshRock]

Anyone can help???

I hope those are low cut jeans you are talking about because they look better with floral shirts if you were to tuck in. Having lighter colored tops would create a better contrast but some dark colored tops are pleasant on the eye, too.

Long sleeved shirts are always a safe bet. Short sleeved shirts would depend on the cutting, especially the cuffs. In my humble opinion, short sleeved shirts are best left untucked if you were to match it with a pair of jeans. So make sure the ends of the shirt are cut horizontally across instead of the standard roundish shape which is for tucking in.

Just my two cents' worth

 

[kazuki666]

Special details like double collars and 2 fabric mixed cuffs. I have 30+ shirts in my wardrobe, but isn't that a norm among office executives? I'm certain many own more than me.

30+?!
U maybe higher up the ranks lah. Me just normal working exe lor...

I think those details can request wan.

I hope those are low cut jeans you are talking about because they look better with floral shirts if you were to tuck in. Having lighter colored tops would create a better contrast but some dark colored tops are pleasant on the eye, too.

Long sleeved shirts are always a safe bet. Short sleeved shirts would depend on the cutting, especially the cuffs. In my humble opinion, short sleeved shirts are best left untucked if you were to match it with a pair of jeans. So make sure the ends of the shirt are cut vertical straight instead of the standard roundish shape which is for tucking in.

Just my two cents' worth

I think u misunderstood me.
I was asking abt this:

I was again quite keen in her floral fabrics. But i am dunn what to choose and how to match them...
Ask u all. If i am to watch it with those dark blue raw straight cut jeans, should i get a long sleeve or short sleeve? Darker or lighter shade?
In terms of floral fabric.

 

[FreshRock]

30+?!
U maybe higher up the ranks lah. Me just normal working exe lor...

I think those details can request wan.



I think u misunderstood me.
I was asking abt this:

I was again quite keen in her floral fabrics. But i am dunn what to choose and how to match them...
Ask u all. If i am to watch it with those dark blue raw straight cut jeans, should i get a long sleeve or short sleeve? Darker or lighter shade?
In terms of floral fabric.

I was refering to shirts in general with the dark blue jeans, including floral printed ones.

For the more plumpish folks, do avoid large floral prints and low cut jeans. For the ones with a modest collection of shirts, also avoid floral or distinctively colored shirts, or your colleagues might predict your weekly attire schedule.

Instead, go for more subtle themes. Accessorize with ties, vests, cardigans, blazers so the same shirt wouldn't appear boring all the time. Floral shirts will always stand out no matter what you do to it.

 

[drkcynic]

Whats with the shirt (any colour) and white collar/cuffs office shirts "fashion"? So far only minority of the older guys (late 30s-40s) can carry off the look, most people wear liao either bad colour combi, or end up looking like a cheap china man.

 

[FreshRock]

Whats with the shirt (any colour) and white collar/cuffs office shirts "fashion"? So far only minority of the older guys (late 30s-40s) can carry off the look, most people wear liao either bad colour combi, or end up looking like a cheap china man.

I believe it can be due to factors like pants, shoes, hair, cufflinks and most importantly, one's mentality when wearing the shirt. A fine looking shirt can't save a cheap china man thinking chap if he carries himself like that.

My tailored shirts all come with white french cuffs and spread collars. Not only does it enhance an otherwise boring looking shirt, but it also highlights my vintage cufflinks. It's really a matter of preference I suppose.

 

[drkcynic]

I believe it can be due to factors like pants, shoes, hair, cufflinks and most importantly, one's mentality when wearing the shirt. A fine looking shirt can't save a cheap china man thinking chap if he carries himself like that.

My tailored shirts all come with white french cuffs and spread collars. Not only does it enhance an otherwise boring looking shirt, but it also highlights my vintage cufflinks. It's really a matter of preference I suppose.

No offense but i believe the problem lies with the shirt. That kind of shirts just look old-ish and chinaman-ish to me no matter the person. I'm surprised all your shirts are of this design because frankly, walk around Raffles place and you will notice that this trend has not caught on yet. Just one or 2 minorities here and there wearing and they do not look impressive. But this is just IMO.

 

[FreshRock]

No offense but i believe the problem lies with the shirt. That kind of shirts just look old-ish and chinaman-ish to me no matter the person. I'm surprised all your shirts are of this design because frankly, walk around Raffles place and you will notice that this trend has not caught on yet. Just one or 2 minorities here and there wearing and they do not look impressive. But this is just IMO.

To each his own really. Like I said previously, it's a matter of preference. You sounded almost disgusted at this type of shirts though. I'm afraid I can't share your sentiments. Personally, it matters not to me if the trend has caught on yet because I wear what I feel comfortable and look pleasant in

 

[Aleksandr]

No offense but i believe the problem lies with the shirt. That kind of shirts just look old-ish and chinaman-ish to me no matter the person. I'm surprised all your shirts are of this design because frankly, walk around Raffles place and you will notice that this trend has not caught on yet. Just one or 2 minorities here and there wearing and they do not look impressive. But this is just IMO.

when it comes to men's clothes, i believe there is no such thing as 'trendy' or 'in style'. unlike women's fashion, men's fashion is usually timeless and classic. things like contrast collar and cuffs, while they may not be common, will never be 'out of fashion'. on the contrary, i agree with freshrock that contrast collar and cuffs look great.

 

[Hang_Terra]

Whats with the shirt (any colour) and white collar/cuffs office shirts "fashion"? So far only minority of the older guys (late 30s-40s) can carry off the look, most people wear liao either bad colour combi, or end up looking like a cheap china man.

Contrast cuffs/collar shirts are one of the most formal types of shirts available. This design is very popular among men of status/power and the light blue with white contrast cuffs/collar is a signature banker look. This contrast shirt design is usually paired with a pinstripe suit and a matching tie (Donald Trump favors this look a lot).

I think that its a timeless classic and will work wonders in any male wardrobe. However, it leans a little on the formal side and may appear tacky when worn by the wrong person. I believe its well suited for a board room meeting as compared to a night in town, probably where that cheap chinaman look came from. Even the most suave male model will look like a complete idiot when wearing a wool sweater to the beach.

 

[kazuki666]

Whats with the shirt (any colour) and white collar/cuffs office shirts "fashion"? So far only minority of the older guys (late 30s-40s) can carry off the look, most people wear liao either bad colour combi, or end up looking like a cheap china man.

I think u call that the Banker's shirt.

Actually for us men, there arent really any fashion for our normal office wear. Its basic shirt and pants.
Its how u bring it out with confidence that will make the difference.

 

[Nightgyr]

Contrast cuffs/collar shirts are one of the most formal types of shirts available. This design is very popular among men of status/power and the light blue with white contrast cuffs/collar is a signature banker look. This contrast shirt design is usually paired with a pinstripe suit and a matching tie (Donald Trump favors this look a lot).

I think that its a timeless classic and will work wonders in any male wardrobe. However, it leans a little on the formal side and may appear tacky when worn by the wrong person. I believe its well suited for a board room meeting as compared to a night in town, probably where that cheap chinaman look came from. Even the most suave male model will look like a complete idiot when wearing a wool sweater to the beach.

haha, you're right on the money. I have a few pieces of banker styled shirts in my wardrobe. I got one tailored recently from Amy (Dreamland) and it fits mighty fine on me. Can't have too many nor wear it everyday, its outstanding and too formal.

I was wearing it today, a baby blue shirt with white pinstripes (2ply Egyptian cotton, feels damn soft), with white collar and cuffs, w/ a tie that has a white base and double blue contrast stripes

I got positive comments when I was wearing it today. I must admit only some people can pull it off and I have been observing those who wear such;

1) i think you gotta have the right shirt color, too contrasting makes it look ugly, like a solid black and white cuffs/collars. I think light/pastel colors with pinstripes or solids would like great

2) more importantly, the body built of the person wearing it is also very important, you either have to be well built or have more 'meat on the bone' kind of person. I realize that all the thin or wiry built people don't pull it off as well as those who look more meaty.

yeah and the shirt looks very formal, so you gotta be very primp and proper, wear a nice formal tie and it has to be well cut, well pressed, otherwise it'd look sloppy (kinda applies to all shirts?)

nevertheless, I think having the right cut of shirt to fit your body shape is important, or make sure you can 'fill out' the shirt when you wear it.

 

[drkcynic]

haha, you're right on the money. I have a few pieces of banker styled shirts in my wardrobe. I got one tailored recently from Amy (Dreamland) and it fits mighty fine on me. Can't have too many nor wear it everyday, its outstanding and too formal.

I was wearing it today, a baby blue shirt with white pinstripes (2ply Egyptian cotton, feels damn soft), with white collar and cuffs, w/ a tie that has a white base and double blue contrast stripes

I got positive comments when I was wearing it today. I must admit only some people can pull it off and I have been observing those who wear such;

1) i think you gotta have the right shirt color, too contrasting makes it look ugly, like a solid black and white cuffs/collars. I think light/pastel colors with pinstripes or solids would like great

2) more importantly, the body built of the person wearing it is also very important, you either have to be well built or have more 'meat on the bone' kind of person. I realize that all the thin or wiry built people don't pull it off as well as those who look more meaty.

yeah and the shirt looks very formal, so you gotta be very primp and proper, wear a nice formal tie and it has to be well cut, well pressed, otherwise it'd look sloppy (kinda applies to all shirts?)

nevertheless, I think having the right cut of shirt to fit your body shape is important, or make sure you can 'fill out' the shirt when you wear it.

Yep, some good points in there. If you look at the average singaporean men, 90% or more of them will not be able to carry off this look. The haircut, the air of "men of power"(seems to only come with age), the way it is matched/pressed, the cutting, and just generally the built of the person wearing it.

 

[kazuki666]

Yep, some good points in there. If you look at the average singaporean men, 90% or more of them will not be able to carry off this look. The haircut, the air of "men of power"(seems to only come with age), the way it is matched/pressed, the cutting, and just generally the built of the person wearing it.

actually our working guys hairstyle is quite sian and standard.
Short and neatly cropped. Those whom bother, will wax abit. Most will not gel/wax and just leave it.

I guess partly coz we have to serve our nation till 40. thats why the hair length...
Which I encountered too, coz I chopped off my shoulder length hair till those short short.

 

[frostcsg]

Eygptian cotton??

Hi guys,

I have tailored some shirts in Eygptian and some in mix cotton. Overall, i think mix cotton is better for me, coz it wont wrinkle especially in the sleeves.

I went to a few tailors and was recommeded Eygptian. Agreed that it feels good, but in terms of wrinkle etc, not as good as mixed cotton, and they were cheaper too.

 

[Aleksandr]

Hi guys,

I have tailored some shirts in Eygptian and some in mix cotton. Overall, i think mix cotton is better for me, coz it wont wrinkle especially in the sleeves.

I went to a few tailors and was recommeded Eygptian. Agreed that it feels good, but in terms of wrinkle etc, not as good as mixed cotton, and they were cheaper too.

higher quality fabrics tend to wrinkle, I wouldn't worry too much about it.

 

[kazuki666]

Hi guys,

I have tailored some shirts in Eygptian and some in mix cotton. Overall, i think mix cotton is better for me, coz it wont wrinkle especially in the sleeves.

I went to a few tailors and was recommeded Eygptian. Agreed that it feels good, but in terms of wrinkle etc, not as good as mixed cotton, and they were cheaper too.

Prob is eygptian cotton arent cheap lor. I think it can easily start price at $150.

I seen before those from England or Ireland, its even more ex than that.

 

[Hang_Terra]

1) i think you gotta have the right shirt color, too contrasting makes it look ugly, like a solid black and white cuffs/collars. I think light/pastel colors with pinstripes or solids would like great

Actually the solid black with contrasting white cuffs/collars looks pretty sharp. I'd wear that if i'm meeting clients for a business discussion over dinner. You can check out the polo double black fragrance poster. Theres a model sporting that look .

Anyway i agree with build suitability. If you must, compromise on quality but never compromise on fit (for tailored apparel).

 

[jarvis]

Prob is eygptian cotton arent cheap lor. I think it can easily start price at $150.

I seen before those from England or Ireland, its even more ex than that.

u can get eygptian cotton fabric shirts made for less than that. entry level will probably be about S$120 or so. at least I recall paying about that amount for the first few shirts i made years ago (and they are still alive and in decent shape after 3-4 years).

anyways, if u wanna feel what really good material is like, go to the Thomas Pink shop at Capital Towers (not sure if the Taka counter carries that range) and feel the 170s' range shirts - at least u can feel the fabric after it's been made into a full shirt (tailors normally only have small piece). it feels very very good but of cuz it's about S$449 if I recall.