Sir Chris Hoy

**Whidbey78** · 11th June 10, 12:30 AM

Originally Posted by Courtmount

MacMillan, I think the box cut is favoured by clothing manufacturers because its easier and cheaper than putting in vents. Most tailors I know (my late Father-in-law was one) laugh behind the backs of customers who ask for that 'style'.

I think you're right on that one. If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right. Humans don't fit into squares. It doesn't have to be perfectly tailored, but it should be fitted to something resembling a human body. I do think it could work, but it needs a LOT of work and refinement.

I find it ironic that us "Salt of the Earth" types take it upon ourselves to tailor garments we can't afford to have tailored, and do all we can to look our best, but those who have the resources to have things custom made will wear things that fit like my older brother's hand-me-downs...only worse.

**auld argonian** · 11th June 10, 12:30 PM

I've seen a lot of jackets that are cut so that the hem of the jacket is even with the cuffs like that. I bought an H&M three piece suit in black that's cut like that and have worn the kilt with it instead of the trousers...and it don't look bad at all. You do have to wear the vest with the outfit as the jacket is cut in such a way that it looks much better unbuttoned.

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**Heming** · 12th June 10, 04:38 AM

I for one find the jacket absolutely smashing! I have one!

**highland mafia** · 12th June 10, 07:20 AM

That fella with HRH looks amazing!! I think it's very unique and works well. I personally would love to find out were he got it or had it made I suspect..