I ended-up getting a Quince Mongolian cashmere sweater for $50. It’s super soft and very lightweight. Slim, with turn-back sleeves and a short body, it does have a fairly shallow V.
Ideal for indoor wear. Perhaps not a perfect sub for the Bobby, but a great option nonetheless.
The eternal hunt for taupe Morocco trousers continues. Next I’m thinking of trying the Volcoms. Does anyone have real-world experience with these? Specifically: colour, fit and rise?
I tried the Vuori trousers next. The colour is a nice warm grey taupe but too dark for the Royale jacket and the pants are too slim all over - not uncomfortably so due to the stretch, but still feel like tights or yoga pants. The rise could be a bit higher, but I suspect the oroginal Brunos are also a little low.
Budget alternative for TB Palmyra shirt. Marks & Spencer's. Sorry think I have posted image of green and white stripe rather than blue and white stripe.
Until Royale does a v3 of the blazer (hopefully a linen and silk/wool blend of some kind) and a chinos run, these are our options:
A pretty decent Spectre taupe chino alternative has popped up on Costco for $20!
And you can save $10 if you buy 2. (There's some other items in the promotion maybe taking a look at, in case you need some Kirkland sneakers or basic dress shirts)
And as for the blazer so far the only alternatives I found are this Todd Snyder linen blazer for $498 (hopefully a significant discount will come on a Memorial Day sale):
I can't believe how close Mango got with this linen cotton blend suit jacket but then dropped the ball with the patch pockets (keep in mind it's about $500):
The irony is that all of these blazers are wildly different in shade, so the best we can do is find a pair of taupe chinos and a linen blazer to match them.
Or if we know a good fabric shop and tailor we can take some fabric to them to make us a blazer?
If anyone wants to take the plunge it's $220 per meter for this linen wool silk blend by Zegna.
Banana Republic Factory has a lot of good budget options at very low prices. They're always running some kind of sale. If anyone is looking for a budget option for the CR Sunspel polo, I would highly recommend their slim luxe touch polo. It's currently $30 with an extra 20% off...
How’s the fit? I find a lot of the mall brands lack the shorter, slimmer sleeves and body of Sunspel. I’ve bought a few used Mac Weldon Vesper polos recently and they are better than I’d expected. Kent Wang and Spier and McKay had been my go-to (if not Sunspel, which is what I’m wearing right now), but Mac might fill that position now.
Max Weldon Vesper Polos are amazing polos for the money. I actually think they’re more comfortable that the Sunspel (Gasp!). The downside is the small logo on the side.
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"Keeping British end up, sir." - RM "This never happened to the other fellow." - JL "I must be dreaming." SC
Very slim. I'm an average guy... 6'0", 180lbs and usually wear medium in everything. Medium in these are actually a little too tight on me. Sleeves hit just above mid bicep and are very fitted.
I would happily pay the price for a V3 in a quality fabric and would also love to get some Royale taupe chinos.
For now, those English Laundry Costco pants are pretty good. The colour is a good tone to go with the V2 jacket. I would prefer a little more grey in the colour than the originals (so they look less match-y), but my hunt is complete for now. Thanks for the tip!
I have been looking for something like the original for more than 5 years. Every summer there was a release from some company or another that came close but there was always something off. Imagine my surprise when i saw this! They are actualy so similar even down to the details that i suspect they actualy copied or reference the one from the film.
Ordered directly from Japan just 6 days ago and arrived in UK today, good communication and tracked all the way. Very happy with the service and the shirt. Quite a heavy linen shirt and captures that Thunderball look perfectly. Thanks again Agent Eternal. 😎
Here’s another alternative (definitely not budget) for the Morocco Bruno blazer. The colour looks good and the fabric has a high silk contribute no linen. Made to measure and can be styles to match the original very well (except for the quarters - which S&M keep open and don’t have an option for anything more English):
The new Transworld Consortium submariner watch release sent me into a vintage homage watch deep dive, though I don’t need or can afford another watch right now. Anyway, this led me to the Tiger brand.
Has anyone here ordered one? I’m curious how well they old up and how they look in person? Or should I save my pennies for the TW?
It seems a hybrid of AN1 and A01 (gilt hands and dial, silver bezel) would give the most Bondish style), is that right?
I went for the San Martin 6200 Upgrade to scratch the Connery 6538 itch and am very happy with it. It is 38mm, and has a reliable PT 5000 movement. It comes stock with tan numerals on the bezel which I filled with a silver sharpie paint pen. It has been in the pool and surf numerous times and the sharpie paint holds up great. Highly recommend this watch especially when paired with the real Connery NATO.
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Quick question: What’s the best budget alt for the Bobby sweater right now?
I ended-up getting a Quince Mongolian cashmere sweater for $50. It’s super soft and very lightweight. Slim, with turn-back sleeves and a short body, it does have a fairly shallow V.
Ideal for indoor wear. Perhaps not a perfect sub for the Bobby, but a great option nonetheless.
The eternal hunt for taupe Morocco trousers continues. Next I’m thinking of trying the Volcoms. Does anyone have real-world experience with these? Specifically: colour, fit and rise?
Or any fresh suggestions, since the last IA post - I do see some new offerings that might match are out there.
I tried the Vuori trousers next. The colour is a nice warm grey taupe but too dark for the Royale jacket and the pants are too slim all over - not uncomfortably so due to the stretch, but still feel like tights or yoga pants. The rise could be a bit higher, but I suspect the oroginal Brunos are also a little low.
The quest continues…
I’d say that the pair second from right with the blue lining are closest.
The problem is the jacket colour is way off. It should be darker than the chinos.
This is my current ‘mood board’ looking at this outfit for inspiration.
The screen BC Jacket changes colour depending on indoor, outdoor, sunlight, shade and filters.
They aren’t stretch, but the higher rise and straight leg appeal. My main concern is the colour doesn’t look that grey-taupe and might be a bit dark:
https://www.spierandmackay.com/product/taupe-chino---high-rise-ry-3066-chn-hr
Budget alternative for TB Palmyra shirt. Marks & Spencer's. Sorry think I have posted image of green and white stripe rather than blue and white stripe.
Until Royale does a v3 of the blazer (hopefully a linen and silk/wool blend of some kind) and a chinos run, these are our options:
A pretty decent Spectre taupe chino alternative has popped up on Costco for $20!
And you can save $10 if you buy 2. (There's some other items in the promotion maybe taking a look at, in case you need some Kirkland sneakers or basic dress shirts)
https://www.costco.com/english-laundry-men%e2%80%99s-stretch-twill-chino-pant.product.4000224838.html
And as for the blazer so far the only alternatives I found are this Todd Snyder linen blazer for $498 (hopefully a significant discount will come on a Memorial Day sale):
https://www.toddsnyder.com/products/linen-sutton-jacket-sand?utm_source=googlePLA&utm_medium=google_shopping&utm_campaign=PM_shopping&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_rH_i7mDhgMVNzCtBh3tGwFAEAQYFyABEgIPRfD_BwE
The Indochino Kentford Linen Silk Blazer:
https://www.indochino.com/product/kentford-linen-silk-brown-blazer
I can't believe how close Mango got with this linen cotton blend suit jacket but then dropped the ball with the patch pockets (keep in mind it's about $500):
https://shop.mango.com/us/men/blazers-linen/slim-fit-linen-and-cotton-suit-jacket_67008271.html?c=28&talla=50&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIncrUobqDhgMVCwutBh15tgg2EAQYHyABEgKDlvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
The Amalfi blazer also by Mango seems to get a bit closer, but I feel like the top version is similar to Royale v1, and this one is v2 at $229:
https://shop.mango.com/us/men/blazers-linen/100-linen-slim-fit-suit-blazer_67076725.html?c=09&l=01
The irony is that all of these blazers are wildly different in shade, so the best we can do is find a pair of taupe chinos and a linen blazer to match them.
Or if we know a good fabric shop and tailor we can take some fabric to them to make us a blazer?
If anyone wants to take the plunge it's $220 per meter for this linen wool silk blend by Zegna.
Another option, which still fails to check a few boxes:
https://www.spierandmackay.com/product/di-pray-taupe-silk-wool-sportcoat-8953-sc02
These are currently $28 (once in cart):
https://www.express.com/clothing/men/slim-hyper-stretch-chino/pro/03083391
Banana Republic Factory has a lot of good budget options at very low prices. They're always running some kind of sale. If anyone is looking for a budget option for the CR Sunspel polo, I would highly recommend their slim luxe touch polo. It's currently $30 with an extra 20% off...
https://bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com/browse/product.do?pid=710582231#pdp-page-content
How’s the fit? I find a lot of the mall brands lack the shorter, slimmer sleeves and body of Sunspel. I’ve bought a few used Mac Weldon Vesper polos recently and they are better than I’d expected. Kent Wang and Spier and McKay had been my go-to (if not Sunspel, which is what I’m wearing right now), but Mac might fill that position now.
Max Weldon Vesper Polos are amazing polos for the money. I actually think they’re more comfortable that the Sunspel (Gasp!). The downside is the small logo on the side.
"Keeping British end up, sir." - RM "This never happened to the other fellow." - JL "I must be dreaming." SC
Very slim. I'm an average guy... 6'0", 180lbs and usually wear medium in everything. Medium in these are actually a little too tight on me. Sleeves hit just above mid bicep and are very fitted.
I would happily pay the price for a V3 in a quality fabric and would also love to get some Royale taupe chinos.
For now, those English Laundry Costco pants are pretty good. The colour is a good tone to go with the V2 jacket. I would prefer a little more grey in the colour than the originals (so they look less match-y), but my hunt is complete for now. Thanks for the tip!
Glad to help! Hope you update us with some photos when the outfit is ready!
Thunderball navy camp collar shirt.
A near perfect match from Kamakura shirts!
https://www.careofcarl.com/en/kamakura-shirts-vintage-ivy-heavy-linen-beach-shirt-navy
Excellent find! Thanks for posting.
I think your post may have just cost me some money…
Update - it has cost me 😎
I ordered mine directly from here… https://kamakurashirts.com/products/ypls06?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=b776c22b3&pr_rec_pid=8313764479203&pr_ref_pid=8094216847587&pr_seq=uniform.
US$150 with free global shipping if you subscribe to their newsletter.
I purchased one as well.
I have been looking for something like the original for more than 5 years. Every summer there was a release from some company or another that came close but there was always something off. Imagine my surprise when i saw this! They are actualy so similar even down to the details that i suspect they actualy copied or reference the one from the film.
An opportunity like this doesn't come often!! 😁
Excellent service from Kamakura Shirts.
Ordered directly from Japan just 6 days ago and arrived in UK today, good communication and tracked all the way. Very happy with the service and the shirt. Quite a heavy linen shirt and captures that Thunderball look perfectly. Thanks again Agent Eternal. 😎
It looks fantastic!
Mine is at my tailor's. Decided to add two darts in the back for a better fit on my body. Can't wait to take this to the beach soon!
I just added the IA Johnston and Murphy taupe trousers to my Morocco collection. They are probably the best match yet, and the best fit so far
Here’s another alternative (definitely not budget) for the Morocco Bruno blazer. The colour looks good and the fabric has a high silk contribute no linen. Made to measure and can be styles to match the original very well (except for the quarters - which S&M keep open and don’t have an option for anything more English):
This post by Iconic Alternatives just came back to my mind after seeing the Kurt Russell GQ interview...
Does anyone have ANY idea what jacket he's wearing?!
Looked everywhere online... Youtube comments, message boards... and no solid answer.
Thought my Bond buddies may have some insight!
The new Transworld Consortium submariner watch release sent me into a vintage homage watch deep dive, though I don’t need or can afford another watch right now. Anyway, this led me to the Tiger brand.
Has anyone here ordered one? I’m curious how well they old up and how they look in person? Or should I save my pennies for the TW?
It seems a hybrid of AN1 and A01 (gilt hands and dial, silver bezel) would give the most Bondish style), is that right?
I went for the San Martin 6200 Upgrade to scratch the Connery 6538 itch and am very happy with it. It is 38mm, and has a reliable PT 5000 movement. It comes stock with tan numerals on the bezel which I filled with a silver sharpie paint pen. It has been in the pool and surf numerous times and the sharpie paint holds up great. Highly recommend this watch especially when paired with the real Connery NATO.