I loved par court's "1950s French Lady Intellectual" suggestion in this thread. But even though I can see how the possibilities are in fact endless...they aren't exactly popping endlessly into my head. Can you help me come up with some other wardrobe "themes" that I can play around with? [more inside]
posted by ootandaboot on Mar 3, 2013 - 21 answers

Where else can I shop for structured, simple-but-fashiony basics? I am a woman in my late-20s. [more inside]
posted by lxs on Oct 7, 2012 - 8 answers

I desire a new bag. Something sturdy to carry my laptop* and books in. Something I can easily kart around on my bicycle (on my back, shoulder, or otherwise a flexible paneer). I'm based in London, UK. Budget floating around £100ish. Give me inspiration people! [more inside]
posted by 0bvious on Jan 3, 2012 - 18 answers

Please identify this modern yellow clock. I have two pictures. [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee on Sep 30, 2011 - 5 answers

Where should I shop for men's clothing in London for an office job? And what should I wear? [more inside]
posted by PercussivePaul on Sep 29, 2011 - 11 answers

Where would you buy a waistcoat (you know, like the vest part of a three piece suit) in Chicago? I know that All Saints has two in the fall line, but they (like the department stores) are both basic black. Guy is looking for something a little more exciting, maybe with matching pants. I don't want the responsibility of sewing it myself (and pants are definitely beyond me, anyway). Custom is probably okay; online is okay; custom on-line is not preferred. He will not have the patience for going through vintage or consignment shops.
posted by crush-onastick on Sep 17, 2011 - 6 answers

I am a 22-year-old female who has just been informed that I have received a prestigious arts and culture internship in my Western U.S. city's government. This is my first real job, and I'm perplexed about what clothes to buy for a professional, yet comfortable summer wardrobe. [more inside]
posted by gothchick33 on May 19, 2011 - 12 answers

Korean menswear labels and online shops? [more inside]
posted by acidic on Nov 13, 2010 - 4 answers

I love the look of ladies neckties and I want to start wearing them to the office, but I am not sure how to go about sizing them to fit (5' 1") me. I think most men's ties look too wide, and I know there are also skinny ties, but I'm assuming they'd be too lengthy... [more inside]
posted by alice_curiouse on Sep 1, 2010 - 13 answers

Where can I buy a dress shirt and tie combination in which the shirt's cuffs and collar have the tie's print on them? [more inside]
posted by Vorteks on Oct 6, 2008 - 4 answers

Best website for moderately-priced, interesting and stylish ladies shoes? [more inside]
posted by inatizzy on May 16, 2008 - 10 answers

Who knew finding a tabletop alarm clock would be so hard? [more inside]
posted by FlyByDay on Oct 7, 2007 - 15 answers

Cool threads to buy online? [more inside]
posted by nickerbocker on Jan 28, 2006 - 20 answers

Does a stylish and functional parka that meets my criteria exist? Or am I out of luck? [more inside]
posted by abbyladybug on Jan 6, 2006 - 19 answers

Help me find the world's best men's pants. Something for all occasions, with style and functionality. [more inside]
posted by tiamat on Nov 26, 2005 - 18 answers