Suit Replica from Quantum of Solace help me

Ced · May 2010

Found this on ebay :http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270578755667&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

wool cashmere blend =280$ (free shipping)

and this:http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/quantum-suit-by-magnoli-clothiers-tailor-made-suits-p-247.html

price=450$(free shipping)

I heard a lot of good about Magnoli but also bad things . Those guys from Ebay are 2 times cheaper but nothing heard about them???Help me, Please!!!

Sidders · May 2010

Hi Ced,

I've just had a look at the eBay item by copying and pasting the item number as your link doesn't work.

Personally, I would be very wary of this ebay item. Looking at his feedback (of which he only has 87), there doesn't appear to be one relating to a suit. Also, why is there no picture of one of his hand finished suits? Instead there is only a screenshot of DC from QoS wearing the Bolivian suit. Also, what struck me was the item description - Not worded at all well, in my opinion.

I would ask lots of questions to this seller before even considering purchasing & also request pictures of his finished QoS replica suit also.

My suggestion would be to go with Magnoli. I am.

Hope this helps as little.

Cheers,

Mark

Ced · May 2010

Thank You ,Mark!
I contacted this seller from Ebay and he told me that he made some James Bond coats for some ajb007 members.And also that i have a discount because I'm ajb007 member.Sounds good!I will try and I'll give my opinion + pictures.

00 Aussie · May 2010

The Magnoli is a known quantity and seems to get very good feedback, although it is the highest priced (relatively speaking) of the replica options. See thread, with photos on page 1 & 2:

http://www.ajb007.co.uk/topic/34492/qos-pretitle-seq-pinstripe-suit/

Also, same forum member with different version of same Magnoli suit:

http://www.ajb007.co.uk/post/439925/#p439925

Baron boutique also offer their version of the QoS suit at a lower cost than Magnoli. See thread, also page 2 in particular:

http://www.ajb007.co.uk/topic/31959/baron-boutique-qos-suit/

Ced · May 2010

www.jamesbondlifestyle.com

Date: 27 March, 2010

Author gooner

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I wouldnt recommend Magnoli. Bought 2 items and both have been a poor fit. Very expensive and it seems difficult to achieve a good fit from measurements given (mine were taken by a tailor I use regularly) but still the clothes came back ill fitting and I am average height and build.

maxximus · May 2010

Magnoli is MTM over the internet. Without actually getting one's measurements taken on site there are going to be a few discrepencies. I've had several Magnoli suits made (the Quantum being one of them) and while they weren't necessairly perfectly fitting out of the box once I had my tailor give them a few tweeks they did and still do look stunning. Every bit the Tom Ford silouette (sp?) but without the high price tag. All in all I've been pleased with Magnoli. Is it Brioni or Turnball and Asser....NO...but then again its not trying to be and one should purchase from him with that in mind. Based on my experience I'm quite happy with the "bang for buck" ratio that one can get from Magnoli.....my .02
However.....Magnoli shoes is another discussion altogether.

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The Bond Experience · May 2010

I have had the same experience with Magnoli..50% of what I received from him in the past fit ok, the rest, not so much. And one piece was disastrous. But as others have said if you are looking for a budget situation then you may have to tuck and roll...

ExpatJB · May 2010

The ebay stuff is from the same guy that was reviewed recently for the long winter coat at the end of QoS. A favourable review if I remember right.

Im not sure if he is offering to build the brown nailhead Bolivia suit, or just the Quantum shape in general though. Probably the latter.

maxximus · May 2010

The Quantum "shape" can really be done in a sense to almost any suit, ideally with side vents. Now granted if the suit wasn't made with that type of "look" in mind it won't be an exact, but a competent tailor can take in the sides narrow the sleeves a bit take in center back line helping to produce the lean cut look that Quantum suits have. Only problem I have now is after my first suit was cut in that manner nothing else ever seems to fit quite the same. There really is something quite stunning about how the suit curves and follows ones physique. It certainly does say a great deal about ones personality, taste in clothes etc. Thought that could be said about a lot of things as well.

ExpatJB · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

The Quantum "shape" can really be done in a sense to almost any suit, ideally with side vents. Now granted if the suit wasn't made with that type of "look" in mind it won't be an exact, but a competent tailor can take in the sides narrow the sleeves a bit take in center back line helping to produce the lean cut look that Quantum suits have. Only problem I have now is after my first suit was cut in that manner nothing else ever seems to fit quite the same. There really is something quite stunning about how the suit curves and follows ones physique. It certainly does say a great deal about ones personality, taste in clothes etc. Thought that could be said about a lot of things as well.

Thats funny. It made me ditch a lot of stuff, that just suddenly didnt fit anymore! The good stuff I had left, I got tailored.

Fairly ruins your immediate wardrobe, this learning about tailoring, but it moves your future one onto a different level.

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Bentley Mark IV · May 2010

I agree wholeheartedly w/ Maxximus. You can archived a great look with an inexpensive suite. Evan a $4,000 off the rack suit from Brioni, Zenga, Armani, etc. will look terrible if it does not fit well. I would look for suits of similar style/color and have them tailored for the Bond look. Find a reputable tailor first (you can find customer reviews online for most) and then be VERY specific about the look you wish to achieve. If you are in the States, most tailors unfortunately tend to leave pants and sleeves too long. If you are lean, indicate that you would like to have the torso/waist taken in. Often refereed to as an "athletic" cut here. Wear a dress shirt when you go and indicate that you would like to show 1/2" of shirt cuff on the sleeves. For the pants, depending on the off the rack cut of the suit you may want to have the pants taken in (made more slim) and tapered slightly at the bottom. Lastly, also wear dress shoes when you go and tell the tailor that you want very little or no "break" on the pants where the cuff meets your shoes.

As far as the suit make is concerned, if I might make some suggestions:

For economy take a look at Topman, Banana Republic, Iniqlo, Club Monaco, Zara, etc. ($250-$350 range)

If you have more money to spend try to make it to an outlet mall and you will find great deals on Hugo Boss, Z Zegna, Burberry, Brooks Brothers, Hickey Freeman, etc. ($450-$700 range)

After <$100 of tailoring you will have a fine looking suit. As long as you are not concerned with having an EXACT replica of a suit from the movie this should be a better choice. One final note- if you are new to buying suits, always try one size down and do not assume that you are the same size in every suit. For example, many times when I try on a new suit, the employee at the store will put me in a size 42 (because it matches my measurement on tape) however when I try on a size 40, it is a much better fit. Hope this helps and good luck.

maxximus · May 2010

Very nicely put Bentley Mark IV. And as he said. It's not the label of the suit that makes it a good suit vs WOW. It's the fit. A proper fitting suit will make an off the rack bore into a sleek and suave international spy. ( Ok maybe an exaggeration but you get the point.) The only point I would make is that when you get your suits tailored with this fit (Quantum) in mind its considerably easier to suppress the waist to the extent you will want with side vents. Center vents can be suppressed, but the tighter more "v shape" seems to be more easily acheiveable, more aeshtetically pleasing and more affordable with side vents. That and I like my center vent suits to have a more loosely fitting cut to them, but thats just me.
And do be prepared to drop a considerable amount on tailoring. I have simply grown to just rolling that into the overall price of the suit. Believe me once you get that first suit tailored perefectly you will overhall your wardrobe, and be sure watch your weight a lot closer than you ever had before.

) Why spend a fortunre on tailoring when you cant fit in them a year or two later. Hazard of the "trade".
Tailor fit your wardrobe = Lots of time in the gym, and a lighter wallet.

Ced · May 2010

I compared QoS Coats, Magnoli 795$ ,Baron Boutique 419$ and the guy from Ebay 300$ and really i like the last one ,It looks like magnoli and much.much better then BBoutique so 795$ or 300$?Think to order also this from "ebay guy".Suit+overcoat =580$ B-)

maxximus · May 2010

Can you provide a direct link to the auction?

Ced · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

Can you provide a direct link to the auction?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270570590841&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

and his ebay name is kozanow071

maxximus · May 2010

All in all for the coat it's not a bad price. Though with Magnoli, while you do pay more you have a plethora of more options to choose from/request (I had my Quantum coat made with a "skeleton lining" as opposed to standard, working buttonholes on the sleeves etc etc). And Magnoli has always been very accomidating with these requests. I also see that he doesn't offer any return privelages. So if you get it and its not what you're wanting you have limited options. The few instances that I've had any issues with Magnoli's products we have easily worked to reach a mutally agreeable outcome. But you do bring up a good point 795 VS 300. Guess just make sure your measurements are dead on.

Ced · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

All in all for the coat it's not a bad price. Though with Magnoli, while you do pay more you have a plethora of more options to choose from/request (I had my Quantum coat made with a "skeleton lining" as opposed to standard, working buttonholes on the sleeves etc etc). And Magnoli has always been very accomidating with these requests. I also see that he doesn't offer any return privelages. So if you get it and its not what you're wanting you have limited options. The few instances that I've had any issues with Magnoli's products we have easily worked to reach a mutally agreeable outcome. But you do bring up a good point 795 VS 300. Guess just make sure your measurements are dead on.

Could You put some pictures of Your coat ?please.He told me for the special request isn't no problem.And lucky for me he speak French so is more easy:D But yes measurments very important.Thank You Maxximus

maxximus · May 2010

http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/quantum-overcoat-overcoats-p-268.html - is mine.
I opted for blue not black. and a wool/cashmere blend as it would take a beating better than cashmere.

Ced · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/quantum-overcoat-overcoats-p-268.html - is mine.
I opted for blue not black. and a wool/cashmere blend as it would take a beating better than cashmere.

And how for inside pockets? three?

maxximus · May 2010

I would have to check. I really don't remember as it has been a while since I wore it. But I don't believe it did. Though I'm sure that if you asked Magnoli could add them for you.

Ced · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

I would have to check. I really don't remember as it has been a while since I wore it. But I don't believe it did. Though I'm sure that if you asked Magnoli could add them for you.

Thank You Maxximus but i will try this guy from ebay.He sounds nice and really for me price is very important thing.

ExpatJB · May 2010

maxximus wrote:

http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/quantum-overcoat-overcoats-p-268.html - is mine.
I opted for blue not black. and a wool/cashmere blend as it would take a beating better than cashmere.

Sounds like your review too?

maxximus · May 2010

I think it probably is :-)

drum007 · May 2010

I contacted Baron Boutique a while back and they said they will do the QOS suit for $300 if you choose not to have the shirt and tie.

Ced · May 2010

It's cashemere fabric wool?

toutbrun · May 2010

The real one is cashmere and mohair if I remember correctly, a TF exclusive. Magnoli is 120s cashmere/wool or wool (450$). Baron boutique is 140s' super fine wool cashmere blend in charcoal. Double ply Italian cotton white for shirt and satin silk for tie. (399$ for the three).

drum007 · May 2010

Does anyone know what the sleeve buttons are like on Baron Boutiques? Are there button "holes"? It's hard to tell on the website pics.

http://www.baronboutique.com/movie_replica/quantum_of_solace/pictures/quantum_of_solace_suit_pictures.htm

maxximus · May 2010

It is hard to tell based on the pics?? Given the type of suit Baron is offering I would "assume" that they would functioning, but cant say with any degree of certainty. You could always email and ask, but when I first was considering a "Bond" suit a few years back I emailed Baron Boutique and never received any reply?? If you go with Magnoli they will be functioning though. Personally I enjoy the feature.

00 Aussie · May 2010

drum007 wrote:

Does anyone know what the sleeve buttons are like on Baron Boutiques? Are there button "holes"? It's hard to tell on the website pics.

http://www.baronboutique.com/movie_replica/quantum_of_solace/pictures/quantum_of_solace_suit_pictures.htm

I have the Baron CR suit & I am fairly sure the sleeve buttons on that are functioning. Unfortunately I am on a different continent than the suit right now, so cant go and check.

drum007 · May 2010

I just took the plunge and ordered 2 identical QOS suits from Baron Boutique. One in charcoal and one in midnight blue. I'll post a review when they arrive in mid June.

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toutbrun · May 2010

drum007 wrote:

I just took the plunge and ordered 2 identical QOS suits from Baron Boutique. One in charcoal and one in midnight blue. I'll post a review when they arrive in mid June. -{

What about buying one and waiting to see what they look like before ordering two? I ordered 2 Magnoli's Kazan tie and now I'm stuck with those. If there is something I learned, it's you buy one, and then you'll see. Especially for suits - if the first one doesn't fit well, you can make adjustments for the second.

Suit Replica from Quantum of Solace help me

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