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@dieworkwear
Mar 11, 2023 • 6 tweets • 4 min read • Read on X
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single best purchase i've made, in terms of making a tangible improvement on my life, are these socks from American Trench. made in the USA, super cozy, and ideal for people who, like me, get cold feet at home. three styles i like: Collection of various American Trench boot socks.
Wool-Silk Boot Socks

Bought these about 5 years ago. They're made from Italian yarns that are subtly flecked like Donegal tweed. Exceptionally soft, reasonably durable (mine have just started to give out), and way comfier than your typical cotton socks

americantrench.com/products/boot-… Olive wool-silk boot socks.Wool-silk boot socks in grey, red, olive, and ochre
Supermerino Socks

Bought these after my wool-silk boot socks and, at first, thought they were just alright. They're plain colored and don't have flecks like the wool-silk ones above. Mine also pilled a little after two or three washes, which made me a bit disappointed. Navy merino socksMerino socks in various assorted colors.
But I've since come to really like them. They're super sturdy. Haven't stretched out, even in year four. Felted on the inside and has a slightly cushioned footbed. Very soft. Feels like a kitten hugging your feet. Thicker than your average sport sock.

americantrench.com/products/super…
Alpaca Boot Socks

The socks that inspired this thread. Just put these on and was reminded of how much these have improved my life at home. Based on mil-spec boot socks, and they're THICK. Inside is full terry so they're super insulating on cold days.

americantrench.com/products/alpac… Brown alpaca boot socksThe inside of the alpaca boot socks, showing the full terry
I've tried a couple of the other ones, like the merino retro stripes and mil-spec sport socks. They're all good, but IMO, the ones above are outstanding.

IG: americantrench
Website: americantrench.com Merino retro-stripe socksMil-spec sport socks

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May 10
It's very hard to find a suit jacket that can be worn with jeans, assuming you mean the kind of suits that would be worn for business. Let me show you. 🧵
What do we mean by "suit?" The term suit simply means that the jacket and pants were cut from the same cloth. You can have corduroy suits or linen suits. But when most people say suit, they mean the kind of outfits that would be worn for business, funerals, and court. Image
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Such materials are typically dark in color and slick in feel. Historically, men wore these things with white dress shirts, dark ties, and black oxford shoes to do business in London. This history is why this outfit telegraphs "I'm here for serious business." Image
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May 9
I disagree. In this thread, I will tell you what's wrong with Stephen Miller's outfits. Hopefully, this will help you judge whether a suit fits when you're shopping for one. 🧵 Image
For context, here is the video that @FischerKing64 is responding to. Can you spot the issue with this suit?
It appears that Miller has spent a considerable sum upgrading his wardrobe since his time in Trump's first administration. I suspect these are all made-to-measure suits because they look new and come in a wide variety of materials. Unfortunately, all of them exhibit a collar gap. Image
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May 7
Sure. I'll give a breakdown of why most people think the right pant is better. 🧵
For reference, the reply is in response to this video, where it appears the majority of people like the right pant better on this person. Why is this?

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Most people approach clothing in terms of trends. If skinny or baggy clothes are fashionable at the moment, they go with the crowd. Trends certainly play a role in how we perceive things. Even Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, wore slimmer trousers toward the end of his life. Image
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May 5
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the tassels on lewis hamilton's outfit appear to be hand knotted, an old technique that's somewhat disappearing, even in the world of bespoke Image
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May 3
There are lots of misconceptions in the replies to @mattyglesias's post below. Will address some of them in this thread. 🧵
"We no longer make clothes in the US."

Not true! US-made clothing has always existed. However, the quality stuff struggles because people are often not willing to pay what it costs to produce these items. These items will only get more expensive with tariffs, not less.Image
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"Tariffs will get rid of cheap, crappy clothing."

Also not true! The US makes a lot of cheap, crappy clothing, some even in sweatshops. This system is made possible because US garment factories run on the piece-rate system, where workers are paid per operation, not time.Image
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May 1
I can answer this question.

Here's how these tariffs can affect the average American. 🧵 Image
Although tailoring has mostly receded from daily life, it continues to be the expected uniform for some of life's most important moments, such as weddings and funerals. Image
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Unfortunately, since these moments are few and far between, that means most cities don't have good tailoring shops. I often get emails asking: "Where can I get a suit for cheap?" Or "I'm an unusual size, where can I find a suit?" This is where online shopping comes in.
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