I just ordered this Banana Republic jacket off ebay for $45 as an alternative to the Tom Ford that DC was wearing for all of the Spectre press interviews. Although the details are not exact, the color looks pretty good. I sized down hoping to get a more fitted look too. I'd like to find a close match for the Massimo Dutti sweater next although I may have to wait til fall.
LOL with no intention or recollection of DC's Spectre press style I picked up a sweater from Amazon that happens to be a very similar color for only $7 in March.
Unfortunately, they are out of XL, and Large is $40. Small and Medium and 2XL are about $20, if anyone is interested.
Been falling behind on the site lately, getting ready for some travel. Sorry about that! I want to get a bunch of updates done before I leave. In the meantime, Gagliardi has a new linen jacket out that works for the BC Morocco look:
Had the Magnoli navy Poli delivered today. Wow they run small!!
I got the XL (normally a L) and it's like a medium.
Unless you have a very flat stomach don't get one of these!!
I found that out too. I'm usually an XL so I got the XL (because no XXL was available) hoping it would fit but sadly it's more like a M-L. I gave it to my son that normally wears M and it's snug on him too.
Would be nice if Indy did some more for North American sizes because then I'd get one.
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Had the Magnoli navy Poli delivered today. Wow they run small!!
I got the XL (normally a L) and it's like a medium.
Unless you have a very flat stomach don't get one of these!!
I found that out too. I'm usually an XL so I got the XL (because no XXL was available) hoping it would fit but sadly it's more like a M-L. I gave it to my son that normally wears M and it's snug on him too.
Would be nice if Indy did some more for North American sizes because then I'd get one.
Haha yes, North American or Europes sizes rather than small phillipino boy.
Todd Snyder has a sweet-looking Harrington jacket in his new collection.
It's black, has two buttons at the collar, and doesn't have the side adjusters, but I think it captures the vibe of the Tom Ford QOS jacket better than a lot of the alternatives.
I'll chime in here, since I discovered the DAD shoes for the community *cough, cough* (shamless, I know). Nice find Dirty Punker. They have a much closer color in the link:
Of course one can see the usual style and color differences from the originals, but that is to be expected. I will say from experience though, that the Nordstrom shoes are drivers instead of proper loafers, with the drivers being much more casual. I haven't found drivers to suit my tastes, but that's really up to the individual. Great find man!
I'll chime in here, since I discovered the DAD shoes for the community *cough, cough* (shamless, I know). Nice find Dirty Punker. They have a much closer color in the link:
Of course one can see the usual style and color differences from the originals, but that is to be expected. I will say from experience though, that the Nordstrom shoes are drivers instead of proper loafers, with the drivers being much more casual. I haven't found drivers to suit my tastes, but that's really up to the individual. Great find man!
I believe that the DAD shoes ended up like that due to the suit/shirt were ruined from the rubble.
Taking into account even the light colour filters of DAD, an exact colour match is impossible but these come pretty close.
Thanks for your kind words .
I'll chime in here, since I discovered the DAD shoes for the community *cough, cough* (shamless, I know). Nice find Dirty Punker. They have a much closer color in the link:
Of course one can see the usual style and color differences from the originals, but that is to be expected. I will say from experience though, that the Nordstrom shoes are drivers instead of proper loafers, with the drivers being much more casual. I haven't found drivers to suit my tastes, but that's really up to the individual. Great find man!
I believe that the DAD shoes ended up like that due to the suit/shirt were ruined from the rubble.
Taking into account even the light colour filters of DAD, an exact colour match is impossible but these come pretty close.
Thanks for your kind words .
Good point man. I didn't even think about color filters on that film. It's one of those Matchless jacket things all over again. The picture above is from the auction they were sold via, so that color is likely closest to the true color. It's very likely that the on screen color would be different from that, due to the use of filters. So, it comes down to what one prefers: IRL accuracy or Screen accuracy. Of course, I find the color of the Nordstom shoes to be a completely acceptable "inspired by" alternative, as I like mixing the colors up a bit myself. -{
In case anyone is wondering, I haven't deserted AJB! I'm actually travelling right now and have limited access to internet. But I am posting lots of pics over on Instagram: @iconicalternatives.
And I did find a great alternative for one of the Connery TB camp shirts at H&M (the solid blue one)!
Not the season yet, but I have looked high and low for an alternative to one of my all-time favorites: Connery's brown barleycorn tweed hacking jacket. Has anyone found one?
Not the season yet, but I have looked high and low for an alternative to one of my all-time favorites: Connery's brown barleycorn tweed hacking jacket. Has anyone found one?
Boden did a brilliant one a couple of seasons ago, I may have it put it up on this thread? Charles tyrwhitt have a good one which also has the ticket pocket but unfortunately it has a windowpane check in the tweed though it's quite faint.
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LOL with no intention or recollection of DC's Spectre press style I picked up a sweater from Amazon that happens to be a very similar color for only $7 in March.
Unfortunately, they are out of XL, and Large is $40. Small and Medium and 2XL are about $20, if anyone is interested.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V2YBXU4/ref=twister_B00V2Y9GCQ?th=1&psc=1
https://www.nordstromrack.com/shop/product/1798722/cole-haan-willams-welt-boot-ii?color=BOURBON&cm_mmc=Linkshare-_-partner-_-10-_-1&siteId=th9ILo5LtqE-pfN0qEEujlN8HVVEWl2ZSQ
Those will work for sure. Good price too. CH is usually way overpriced for what it is
https://gagliardi.eu/shop/dark-stone-linen-jacket/?curr=EUR&store=online
It's 219 Euros, so not the cheapest option out there! But it looks to be darker than the taupe one they had, so closer to the actual BC.
All the best!
I got the XL (normally a L) and it's like a medium.
Unless you have a very flat stomach don't get one of these!!
I found that out too. I'm usually an XL so I got the XL (because no XXL was available) hoping it would fit but sadly it's more like a M-L. I gave it to my son that normally wears M and it's snug on him too.
Would be nice if Indy did some more for North American sizes because then I'd get one.
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
Haha yes, North American or Europes sizes rather than small phillipino boy.
The Marloes model looks similar to the Spectre jackets.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grandfrank/italian-suede-bomber-jackets-without-the-luxury-ma?ref=336vgn&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=5.backer.camp
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
https://www.reiss.com/p/ribbed-polo-shirt-mens-charles-in-navy-blue/?category_id=1111
For those seeking a DC shearling look
https://www.reiss.com/p/suede-jacket-mens-phoenix-in-brown/?category_id=11017
Tf Snowden or thunderball alternative sunglasses
https://www.reiss.com/p/monokel-eyewear-acetate-sunglasses-mens-robotnik-in-black/?category_id=13159
http://www.caineleather.co.uk/Men-s-Brown-Harrington-Leather-Jacket.html?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=price_comparison&utm_content=UK&utm_campaign=product&gclid=CjwKEAjw387JBRDPtJePvOej8kASJADkV9TL9inhjERffdJ5Qvp_oB-Bweo2g7KM0G9KHaeESsA3oBoC7PDw_wcB
As luck would have it eBay turned up this one.
It's black, has two buttons at the collar, and doesn't have the side adjusters, but I think it captures the vibe of the Tom Ford QOS jacket better than a lot of the alternatives.
https://www.toddsnyder.com/products/coaches-jacket-black?gdffi=526c91bca11d43c68a2be0f99bfee7b8&gdfms=788535BD45524CAF90ACC949C32917EB&&utm_source=facebookrt&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=fbrt_dynamic&utm_content=copy1
The colour is what I'm not sure about.
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ugg-henrick-twinsole-driving-shoe-men/4253120?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=CERAMIC
Not cheap though, 131 Euros.
Of course one can see the usual style and color differences from the originals, but that is to be expected. I will say from experience though, that the Nordstrom shoes are drivers instead of proper loafers, with the drivers being much more casual. I haven't found drivers to suit my tastes, but that's really up to the individual. Great find man!
CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
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Taking into account even the light colour filters of DAD, an exact colour match is impossible but these come pretty close.
Thanks for your kind words
Good point man. I didn't even think about color filters on that film. It's one of those Matchless jacket things all over again. The picture above is from the auction they were sold via, so that color is likely closest to the true color. It's very likely that the on screen color would be different from that, due to the use of filters. So, it comes down to what one prefers: IRL accuracy or Screen accuracy. Of course, I find the color of the Nordstom shoes to be a completely acceptable "inspired by" alternative, as I like mixing the colors up a bit myself. -{
CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
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http://www.leatherfoot.com/islay-boot-brown-grain-dianite/dp/4081
30% off code- FATHERSDAY
It's only $5, and shipping can't be more than that.
https://www.cheap-neckties.com/diamond-patterned-tie-royal-blue-p-17415.html
And kohl's seems to have a Bolivia tie alt that you can get for $14...
https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-2516609/croft-barrow-basket-solids-tie-men.jsp?color=Wine&prdPV=3
https://www.zara.com/us/en/man/jackets/suedette-jacket-c586542p4602100.html
though the color is off on this one, it does have the tufting and the scroll arms.
https://www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com/p/hartigan-sofa/6250138/
it's a decent sofa for the money. the fabric is like a very well worn leather.
for an in-depth
http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/02/17/affordable-james-bond-apartment-part-ii/
Some pictures on the site show the colour as much darker.
http://shop.mango.com/GB/p0/man/clothing/trousers/formal/slim-fit-linen-suit-trousers?id=83085505_08&n=1&s=linen_mood_he
And I did find a great alternative for one of the Connery TB camp shirts at H&M (the solid blue one)!
Boden did a brilliant one a couple of seasons ago, I may have it put it up on this thread? Charles tyrwhitt have a good one which also has the ticket pocket but unfortunately it has a windowpane check in the tweed though it's quite faint.
http://www.ctshirts.com/uk/slim-fit-tan-check-luxury-border-tweed-jacket/SEF0091TAN42L.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjwg47KBRDk7LSu4LTD8eEBEiQAO4O6r1vLqo2slvw4AIyDkpJySfE_vTXE-9nPdovoj15eh4AaAj0g8P8HAQ&marketing=true