lotusguy2001: I did see those navy Mack Weldon ones in an article on Gear Patrol (I think?). This just may be my eyes, but the zippers on the ones Craig is wearing are very distinctive and don't have a flap or placket covering them. To me they look like the type of welded-in zipper you see on 3-ply Goretex jackets. That's why I'm thinking they may be more like technical shorts.
It's great we've got lots of eyes looking for them! {[]
These arrived today, not bad as I ordered them yesterday lunchtime, they are blue, and the label is stitched on, took me 5 minutes to carefully remove it. They are very soft and comfortable half elasticated waste and look the part, they don't have all the tasty little OB touches but for £15 they do the job.
Speaking of RM Williams gilchrist, I've just bought some of these to replace my completely worn out pair, for anyone not familier with these, they are handmade (though in which country I don't know) they use premium Italian calf leather and they have a Goodyear dainite soul with storm welt. Ive had a pair of their leather soled boots that were bought for as a present some 12 years ago, they have been resolved twice and are still going strong. Not bad for £50.
These also arrived today, true to size fit for me and I'm really quite impressed with the quality, these are a great go to replacement for my worn to death originals.
Good morning! Great to have the feedback on the Speedo shorts and the boots. Are you guys okay with me using a couple of short quotes from your posts in the articles? Credit to you both of course.
New Post! Been a looong time since I did a 4 Ways to Wear It
And for those of you in the U.S. that are still on the fence about the Bond 25 Sperrys: Dillard's currently has them for $99.00. That's the best price for these that I've seen anywhere.
Good morning! Great to have the feedback on the Speedo shorts and the boots. Are you guys okay with me using a couple of short quotes from your posts in the articles? Credit to you both of course.
New Post! Been a looong time since I did a 4 Ways to Wear It
And for those of you in the U.S. that are still on the fence about the Bond 25 Sperrys: Dillard's currently has them for $99.00. That's the best price for these that I've seen anywhere.
Excellent post -{ Always love seeing what you come up with for the different 4 ways! I would never have considered the TF polo in that summer wedding type occasion context with a suit but I think that would look great.
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
Pussy Galore: “My name is Pussy Galore.”
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
And for those of you in the U.S. that are still on the fence about the Bond 25 Sperrys: Dillard's currently has them for $99.00. That's the best price for these that I've seen anywhere.
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
How's the sizing on the shorts?
I'm a true 36 waist and bought the xl, which are a comfortable fit, possibly could have had a large but they might have been too snug, I'd rather not have shorts that dig in causing a muffin effect. I'm also 6'5" so they have given me that thunderball look length wise. Just for reference I have OB shorts in 36" also most trousers and jeans I buy are either 34 or 36.
These do have an elastic waist panel at the back too.
I would point out though that for whatever reason they photograph a much brighter blue than they actually are, the Speedo picture is more accurate, and I can't work out why they call them grey?
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
How's the sizing on the shorts?
I'm a 36 so I ordered XL and they fit me just fine. I'm usually an XL in most items. -{
Pussy Galore: “My name is Pussy Galore.”
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
How's the sizing on the shorts?
I'm a 36 so I ordered XL and they fit me just fine. I'm usually an XL in most items. -{
Yes I removed my label, probably would have left it had it been grey or something, not sure of the vintage significance of orange?
Chris, I've included your photos and comments for the Windsors. Thanks again!
This is Sunday is going to be another big one! I'm going to try and tackle ALL of Bond's swimwear! From FRWL to Bond 25.
I just want to say: Connery wore some ridiculous swim trunks. And the things I've seen looking for modern alternatives for the GF shorts (and the La Perlas) ....
Chris, I've included your photos and comments for the Windsors. Thanks again!
This is Sunday is going to be another big one! I'm going to try and tackle ALL of Bond's swimwear! From FRWL to Bond 25.
I just want to say: Connery wore some ridiculous swim trunks. And the things I've seen looking for modern alternatives for the GF shorts (and the La Perlas) ....
Cheers!
John
Wow, that's a bit of a name check! Happy to help as always John, another great post {[]
I tried to find alternatives for every pair I could think of from all the Bond films: FRWL, GF, TB, GE, CR, SF and Bond 25. I honestly can't remember Moore ever wearing shorts. But please let me know if I've missed any and I will try and add them today!
How about this combo for some Thunderball shorts?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the alternatives!
Comments
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2016/09/30/spectre-sanders-and-sanders-playboy-chukkas/
lotusguy2001: I did see those navy Mack Weldon ones in an article on Gear Patrol (I think?). This just may be my eyes, but the zippers on the ones Craig is wearing are very distinctive and don't have a flap or placket covering them. To me they look like the type of welded-in zipper you see on 3-ply Goretex jackets. That's why I'm thinking they may be more like technical shorts.
It's great we've got lots of eyes looking for them! {[]
Mine arrived this morning and you can remove the label
What do you think of them?
Agreed they look better with out the badge. For £15 they are pretty good quality
Absolute epic post today: James Bond Summer Shirts
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2019/05/19/james-bond-summer-shirts/
This one covers Connery, a bit of Brosnan and a bit of Craig. I'll do a Part 2 that covers Moore, Dalton and some odds and ends.
All the best!
New Post! Been a looong time since I did a 4 Ways to Wear It
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2019/05/20/4-ways-to-wear-the-tom-ford-spectre-polo/
And for those of you in the U.S. that are still on the fence about the Bond 25 Sperrys: Dillard's currently has them for $99.00. That's the best price for these that I've seen anywhere.
https://www.dillards.com/p/sperry-mens-gold-cup-authentic-original-2-eye-rivington-boat-shoe/509157241
Cheers!
If you want I'm happy to take some photos if it helps any article content.
Photos of the Speedo and boots would be great! Thanks!
Excellent post -{ Always love seeing what you come up with for the different 4 ways! I would never have considered the TF polo in that summer wedding type occasion context with a suit but I think that would look great.
Great find Chriscoop! I ordered a pair and they arrived yesterday and the label on the side is indeed stitched on and could be removed if you wanted. -{
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
How's the sizing on the shorts?
Thanks for this, I went to Dillard's and picked up a pair on my lunch break today.
These do have an elastic waist panel at the back too.
I would point out though that for whatever reason they photograph a much brighter blue than they actually are, the Speedo picture is more accurate, and I can't work out why they call them grey?
I'm a 36 so I ordered XL and they fit me just fine. I'm usually an XL in most items. -{
Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
I've completely redone the post on the QoS Levis STA Prest jeans:
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2019/05/23/levis-sta-prest-306-jeans/
Alternatives for the RM Williams Gilchrists coming tomorrow!
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/09/28/r-m-williams-gilchrist-chelsea-boots/
Chris, I've included your photos and comments for the Windsors. Thanks again!
This is Sunday is going to be another big one! I'm going to try and tackle ALL of Bond's swimwear! From FRWL to Bond 25.
I just want to say: Connery wore some ridiculous swim trunks. And the things I've seen looking for modern alternatives for the GF shorts (and the La Perlas) ....
Cheers!
John
New Post! Bond's Swimwear from FRWL to Bond 25
https://www.iconicalternatives.com/2019/05/24/james-bond-swimwear-from-connery-to-craig/
I tried to find alternatives for every pair I could think of from all the Bond films: FRWL, GF, TB, GE, CR, SF and Bond 25. I honestly can't remember Moore ever wearing shorts. But please let me know if I've missed any and I will try and add them today!
How about this combo for some Thunderball shorts?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the alternatives!
Thank you sir! I hope you noticed your Speedos made it in there!