Buffy: He ran away, right? Giles: Sort of, more. turned and swept out majestically, I suppose. Said I didn't concern him. Buffy: So a mythic triumph over a completely indifferent foe? Giles: Well, I'm not dead or unconscious, so I say bravo for me.

'Same Time, Same Place'


Natter 54: Right here, dammit.  

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


bon bon - Sep 13, 2007 7:47:48 am PDT #248 of 10001
It's five thousand for kissing, ten thousand for snuggling... End of list.

Tom, have you tried Loehmann's or the Filene's in Union Square?

I just interviewed a six-year-old for a summer associate position. Based on his unwillingness to go to parties and get taken to lunch every day (even though he wanted exciting work) I'm not sure he's going to get the job. On the other hand, he is the son of my boss, so maybe he's got nepotism in his favor.


flea - Sep 13, 2007 7:50:11 am PDT #249 of 10001
information libertarian

Literally six, or emotionally/socially?


Vortex - Sep 13, 2007 7:54:18 am PDT #250 of 10001
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman

01 Basic Black Dress: um, about 6 of them. some are more businesslike, some are more casual.
02 Trench Coat: black, of course.
03 Classic Dress Pants: Numerous, mostly suit pants.
04 Blazer: heh. yes, several.
05 Skirt: long, short, solid, print, you name it
06 Classic White Shirt: the only thing I don't have. It's hard for me to find one that fits. I was going to try a Target to T custom made, but they stopped doing that (shakes fist).
07 Day Dress:several.
08 Jeans: I have one pair that I love, but I LOVE them. If Old Navy lets me return 2 year old sweaters, then I'll try the Old Navy ones.
09 Sweatsuit Alternative: Yes. My "wearever" pants by J. Jill. Super comfy, doesn't wrinkle. Only way they could be more perfect is if they had pockets.
10 Cashmere Sweater: I have one. I don't think that this is a necessary item. A i nice sweater, yes, but but doesn't have to be cashmere.


Tom Scola - Sep 13, 2007 7:55:16 am PDT #251 of 10001
Mr. Scola’s wardrobe by Botany 500

I just found this jacket, which would be perfect, except that it's out of stock. I guess I'll go to Chelsea and see if they have it there.


Frankenbuddha - Sep 13, 2007 7:55:27 am PDT #252 of 10001
"We are the Goon Squad and we're coming to town...Beep! Beep!" - David Bowie, "Fashion"

It's amazing how frustrating this is, especially the "not look preppy" part.

Check Army/Navy stores (go for the Navy stuff if you prefer black to kelly green). I can think of several different types that fit some of that description. Some may even come with removable liners so w/out liner is the climate range you want but with is warm enough until almost dead of winter. I have something like this - it's not overcoat long, but you wouldn't see shirtails. It may not have quite as many pockets as you want though.


bon bon - Sep 13, 2007 7:56:58 am PDT #253 of 10001
It's five thousand for kissing, ten thousand for snuggling... End of list.

Literally six

Indeed-- little Yasuhito was, in fact, dressed in a blazer, white shirt and khakis today, just like Dad, so I suspect that was why he was coming around for "interviews."


lisah - Sep 13, 2007 8:08:37 am PDT #254 of 10001
Punishingly Intricate

ita, re bras (if it's not too intrusive) WHAT are you using for support under your super sexy back black dress in the picture to which you posted a link yesterday?

The only items on Tim's list that I own and am actually happy to wear are:

blazer (isn't this just an indoor-worn jacket? or does "blazer" mean a specific cut? I have his book so I should read what he says...)
jeans
sweatsuit alternative
skirt
classic dress pants (I think. If they still fit.)

I would really like a black dress and a day dress and a cashmere sweater (or 10).


juliana - Sep 13, 2007 8:08:58 am PDT #255 of 10001
I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I miss them all tonight…

Tom, if you have the money, why not go to a tailor and sit down with them and have them create a coat for you? That way you get exactly what you want, with the added bonus of knowing no one else will have it?


Tom Scola - Sep 13, 2007 8:16:59 am PDT #256 of 10001
Mr. Scola’s wardrobe by Botany 500

Tom, if you have the money, why not go to a tailor and sit down with them and have them create a coat for you? That way you get exactly what you want, with the added bonus of knowing no one else will have it?

On the one hand, I'm not sure how good I'll be at describing what I want, since I tend to not know what I want until I see it. On the other hand, if I do buy off the rack, there's a good chance I'll have to go to the tailor's anyway, since my arms are so short.


megan walker - Sep 13, 2007 8:18:37 am PDT #257 of 10001
"What kind of magical sunshine and lollipop world do you live in? Because you need to be medicated."-SFist

blazer (isn't this just an indoor-worn jacket? or does "blazer" mean a specific cut?

I interpret blazer as an indoor-worn jacket that is not part of a suit (and probably has some structure to it).