Came across this Ben Sherman today not SA in terms of arms or pockets etc but a close runner for the summer will set you back £70
Enjoy
Cheers
Hey,
Thanks for posting the photo. I have to admit, there have been many shirts posted as being similar alternatives. However, the colour and pattern of that particular shirt is the closest I've seen so far.
It's a shame they didn't sell it with long sleeves, and 2 pockets. I really liked how Daniel wears the shirt in the scorpion bar, with the sleeves rolled up.
Yes it is the closest in colour and fabric pattern I have seen. I did think of buying two and visiting a tailors but then hopefully the summer will come soon and the short sleeves will come into their own anyway.
May pick up another in the sales
Cheers
My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
Yes it is the closest in colour and fabric pattern I have seen. I did think of buying two and visiting a tailors but then hopefully the summer will come soon and the short sleeves will come into their own anyway.
May pick up another in the sales
Cheers
Hey,
It was great that you mentioned the shirt is by Ben Sherman. I was curious to check out the men's shirts on their website.
I found 4 shirts that all look awfully similar to the Zara shirt! To me, I think the "plectrum classic point collar shirt" in nimbus cloud and the "made in england albini shirt" in framboise are the closest. Notice how it's long sleeved, but has one pocket rather than two. Also, there's a hint of purple mixed in with the blue spots on the fabric! The Zara shirt appears to have subtle traces of purple in it, mixed with blue.
I watched Skyfall again last night, and looked at the scorpion bar and brief entrance to MI6 scenes closely. I noticed that the floral pattern on the shirt is fairly subtle, not in large in size. The colour is quite a pale blue, that "nimbus cloud" colour really struck me!
I'm so tempted to get either, but I'd prefer to get the Zara one, I have a feeling the reissue of the Zara shirt will work out for The Mantis.
Yes it is the closest in colour and fabric pattern I have seen. I did think of buying two and visiting a tailors but then hopefully the summer will come soon and the short sleeves will come into their own anyway.
May pick up another in the sales
Cheers
Hey,
It was great that you mentioned the shirt is by Ben Sherman. I was curious to check out the men's shirts on their website.
I found 4 shirts that all look awfully similar to the Zara shirt! To me, I think the "plectrum classic point collar shirt" in nimbus cloud and the "made in england albini shirt" in framboise are the closest. Notice how it's long sleeved, but has one pocket rather than two. Also, there's a hint of purple mixed in with the blue spots on the fabric! The Zara shirt appears to have subtle traces of purple in it, mixed with blue.
I watched Skyfall again last night, and looked at the scorpion bar and brief entrance to MI6 scenes closely. I noticed that the floral pattern on the shirt is fairly subtle, not in large in size. The colour is quite a pale blue, that "nimbus cloud" colour really struck me!
I'm so tempted to get either, but I'd prefer to get the Zara one, I have a feeling the reissue of the Zara shirt will work out for The Mantis.
Couple of quibbles with those shirts. First of all, button collar - not very James Bond. They are also look like a "casual dress shirt" type of material. The Zara and the H&M close-enough are a heavier, more safari like material. They bunch up more like you're heading into the jungle than into the club. Think it's a heavy cotton but not sure.
Thanks, Spook...essentially we are either going to do this right or not at all...I want it affordable but accurate...we will see if thats too much to ask...
Thanks, Spook...essentially we are either going to do this right or not at all...I want it affordable but accurate...we will see if thats too much to ask...
Thanks, Spook...essentially we are either going to do this right or not at all...I want it affordable but accurate...we will see if thats too much to ask...
Thanks, Spook...essentially we are either going to do this right or not at all...I want it affordable but accurate...we will see if thats too much to ask...
Hmm, will be interesting to see if you can get both...reminds me of a woman who told me a long time ago that when it comes to fashion you either get good (she meant well-made, in this case accurate) OR affordable but never both...
Thanks, Spook...essentially we are either going to do this right or not at all...I want it affordable but accurate...we will see if thats too much to ask...
Bought this shirt on Ebay. The pattern is very similar to the elusive "Enjoying Death" shirt. It's got a slim fit, but no front pockets. Does look good with the jacket and Topman pants though. Maybe some more will be listed soon?
The shirt, now in Jakarta, is looking like it may have a potential delivery date of late June or early July....I am hoping by mid may to have a list of fabric used, customization listed (ie what was done to the original shirt) and of course pricing. Also by mid way the manufacturer will set up the contact information so people can do more than raise their hand on a board. Expect by mid May manufacturing pics to be posted...I want to document the "making" of this shirt for the Bond community...so it is more than just receiving a shirt in the mail, but an opportunity for all of us to take the journey together!
Moving forward folks...looks like we will all have summer shirts to wear with our Topman chinos!
The shirt, now in Jakarta, is looking like it may have a potential delivery date of late June or early July....I am hoping by mid may to have a list of fabric used, customization listed (ie what was done to the original shirt) and of course pricing. Also by mid way the manufacturer will set up the contact information so people can do more than raise their hand on a board. Expect by mid May manufacturing pics to be posted...I want to document the "making" of this shirt for the Bond community...so it is more than just receiving a shirt in the mail, but an opportunity for all of us to take the journey together!
Moving forward folks...looks like we will all have summer shirts to wear with our Topman chinos!
JG007Manchester , United KingdomPosts: 276MI6 Agent
Superb news David!! I'm sure I speak on behalf of many members looking at this thread that we all appreciate the time taken to get this project off the ground and appreciate the effort made. Fantastic news and can't wait to see it move forward and I look forward to completing my LVC menlo and topman chinos with the shirt. TOP NEWS!
Thank you don P Much appreciated but I think I'll hang on for one of the reproduction shirts, having just read that it looks like a goer. Is that Ok 'The Mantis'? Can you please add me to the list? Thanks!
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http://www.bensherman.com/clothing/mini-rose-print-shirt.html
Enjoy
Cheers
Hey,
Thanks for posting the photo. I have to admit, there have been many shirts posted as being similar alternatives. However, the colour and pattern of that particular shirt is the closest I've seen so far.
It's a shame they didn't sell it with long sleeves, and 2 pockets. I really liked how Daniel wears the shirt in the scorpion bar, with the sleeves rolled up.
Tyler
"Aren't we all..."
May pick up another in the sales
Cheers
Hey,
It was great that you mentioned the shirt is by Ben Sherman. I was curious to check out the men's shirts on their website.
I found 4 shirts that all look awfully similar to the Zara shirt! To me, I think the "plectrum classic point collar shirt" in nimbus cloud and the "made in england albini shirt" in framboise are the closest. Notice how it's long sleeved, but has one pocket rather than two. Also, there's a hint of purple mixed in with the blue spots on the fabric! The Zara shirt appears to have subtle traces of purple in it, mixed with blue.
I watched Skyfall again last night, and looked at the scorpion bar and brief entrance to MI6 scenes closely. I noticed that the floral pattern on the shirt is fairly subtle, not in large in size. The colour is quite a pale blue, that "nimbus cloud" colour really struck me!
I'm so tempted to get either, but I'd prefer to get the Zara one, I have a feeling the reissue of the Zara shirt will work out for The Mantis.
I'm curious to see what you think!
plectrum classic point collar shirt (nimbus cloud)
http://www.bensherman.com/plectrum-classic-point-collar-shirt-47506.html
laundered spot print oxford shirt (monument)
http://www.bensherman.com/clothing/shirts/clerkenwell-collar-shirt-monument.html
made in england plectrum clerkenwell collar (pale grey)
http://www.bensherman.com/clothing/shirts/made-in-england-plectrum-clerkenwell-collar-shirt-pale-grey.html
made in england albini shirt (framboise)
http://www.bensherman.com/clothing/shirts/made-in-england-albini-shirt-framboise.html
"Aren't we all..."
My vote would be Pale Grey, nimbus cloud, framboise and then monument with my original due to fabric pattern
Cheers
Single pocket and short sleeve are what ruin it for me.
Where is the reissue?!
Down to £10 now and available in many stores
Came across this and thought it was up to scratch, pretty similar pattern although missing one pocket and not particularly cheap...
http://www.crewclothing.co.uk/printed-dunham-shirt-m02-0613-blue/?sessionid=47a5265ef69f05f05b75fa9f0c20133d6e001b0d
what do you think?
BTW: Is anyone offering the H&M lookalike shirt in XXL? If so, please send me a PM!
any time frame yet,,
Fantastic news.
Hmm, will be interesting to see if you can get both...reminds me of a woman who told me a long time ago that when it comes to fashion you either get good (she meant well-made, in this case accurate) OR affordable but never both...
I don't mind paying for quality and accuracy.
So do I, Jon, but in a reasonable balance.
Nice one David , I know you wont let us down ....
looking forward to next post , great if we can get it by July . holiday for me B-) -{
here you are
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/145-CONVERSE-JOHN-VARVATOS-LIGHT-WEIGHT-COTTON-RETRO-PATERN-BUTTON-UP-SHIRT-XL-/271123819720?pt=US_CSA_MC_Shirts&hash=item3f203d2cc8#ht_461wt_850
The shirt, now in Jakarta, is looking like it may have a potential delivery date of late June or early July....I am hoping by mid may to have a list of fabric used, customization listed (ie what was done to the original shirt) and of course pricing. Also by mid way the manufacturer will set up the contact information so people can do more than raise their hand on a board. Expect by mid May manufacturing pics to be posted...I want to document the "making" of this shirt for the Bond community...so it is more than just receiving a shirt in the mail, but an opportunity for all of us to take the journey together!
Moving forward folks...looks like we will all have summer shirts to wear with our Topman chinos!
woohoo...
Thank you don P