@AgentCJ19 I looked at REISS but unfortunately they didn't have a good match currently available. But they make very nice stuff. @Gymkata I'm also digging that Asphalt/Charcoal color. Grey is kind of weird color for me with jackets since I think it makes everything look more formal. But it definitely works with that style of jacket.
@Sadanoyama no worries mate, always happy help where possible. @Mailfist discounts are always the best dude lol 😂 and @canoe2 thank you for the mention, much appreciated! 🙏
I've been trawling for a close bath robe that matches Connery's in Goldfinger. From the alternatives offered (always helpful) I did find a Paul Stuart one in a colour/pattern that's quite close. Sadly there is only a size small left 😕 may be of help for anyone?
For anyone interested in DC's Spectre watch, this from Aliexpress is spot on! You can even have your own logo. I did opt for the Spectre and 007 logo. I've had the watch for a few weeks now and it's really great, keeps time well and no problems as yet (fingers crossed)
Great find, although I wonder how they haven't run afoul of copyrights.
Current rankings (updated 12/21)
OHMSS>FRWL>CR>TSWLM>NTTD>MR>SF>FYEO>GE>DN>YOLT>OP>
TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
There was also this one I found back in December. Not cheap, but it has the right look (I know the robe was more like a pale grey nailhead, but I always saw it as a light blue)
@canoe2 I was very tempted to get this and it was your find that inspired me to have a search 😃 this forum is amazing and I love everyone's enthusiasm and willingness to help.
@canoe2 what are your thoughts on this one? Similar to the Paul Stuart, but a grey herringbone. They also sell the Curry and Paxton Thunderball sunnies that you'd suggested 😎
There are some awesome alternatives this season for the open knit polo he wears. Just a very cool shirt, imho.
@Smudge7 I think that dressing gown is great! Probably better than that other Paul Stuart you posted since it's a much lighter grey (and more affordable). I've shared those Sean sunglasses before (going back to when Mason & Sons carried them). Very nice from all the reports I've heard.
I was in Primark the other day and found a shirt that you might find matches some on your list of the Roger Moore LALD black shirt. This has the turned up sleeves, but no pocket. However at £8 it's a fair compromise to take lol
I've had several of the Boracay shorts. They're great but some of the colors have issues where the dye fades inconsistently. If you get the shorts/jeans, you're going to want to wash them inside out to help with keeping the colors consistent.
Great stuff, though. I just bought two pairs of the pants/jeans and they look and feel pretty awesome.
Current rankings (updated 12/21)
OHMSS>FRWL>CR>TSWLM>NTTD>MR>SF>FYEO>GE>DN>YOLT>OP>
TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
@Gymkata Thank you for the kind words about my Tommy Bahama Boracay recommendations. I totally agree with your suggestion for proper fabric care. I am a big Tommy Bahama customer and they do indeed use special coatings on their fabrics to give them a beach-washed, sea salt wind-blown, laissez-faire vibe. Hand washing would be ideal to maintain the colors and fabric treatment.
@knoxj3 I bought these grey Island Zone jeans as well and use them as my second-choice NTTD Jamaica outfit. They are very nice, high quality jeans and look tremendous with the Tommy Bahama blue linen sea glass breezer shirt for a casual and airy spring and summer look. I will say, however, that the grey is a bit too dark in actuality ... whereas the Goodfellow grey pants (lower quality jeans, of course) are a closer light grey match to the Tom Ford.
I wear the Goodfellow's as my go-to NTTD Jamaica scene jeans.
Hi @knoxj3 I own these Tommy Bahama grey Boracay jeans; they are incredible high quality pants. I still however prefer my Goodfellow light grey jeans for the NTTD Jamaica scene ... a closer match to the Tom Ford jeans. The TB pants grey is a bit too dark in my opinion but wonderful jeans nonetheless and my #2 choice and alternative for NTTD Jamaica outfit.
Hi @Gymkata I 100% concur. I own a great deal of Tommy Bahama clothes and they are famous (notorious) for applying fabric treatments to create a sun drenched, beach washed vibe and sea-salt sprayed look. Handwashing is ideal to preserve the color and fabric treatment. These clothes are fragile and fade. The Boracay pants are indeed marvelous and a great option for QoS Talamone and Haiti outfits - I'm delighted people liked my suggestion!
John Lewis have now brought out the previously mentioned Ted Baker Chatley short sleeve shirt in blue, bright blue and white as well as the pink. Blue is a good alternative for the TB Nassau shirt minus the matching trousers to avoid the pyjama look. £75 unless Smudge7 can find this one at a discount as well 😀
Greetings and Happy Sunday! I want to follow up on this post with everyone later (rushing around today). But I just posted the article on my 4 favorite Craig Bond looks.
the SPECTRE 3rd act look with the midnight blue JV suede jacket. I personally have this jacket and wear it a lot.
Current rankings (updated 12/21)
OHMSS>FRWL>CR>TSWLM>NTTD>MR>SF>FYEO>GE>DN>YOLT>OP>
TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
These are my four looks as well (plus QoS Haiti and NTTD Jamaica). Most of time I wear the NTTD Jamaica outfit. I have gotten such good mileage from my Tommy Bahama Catalina silk shirt, Goodfellow grey jeans and screen accurate Sperry shoes. I have the Barbour Covert (which is just fine!), the Vuarnet sunglasses and for the hat I have a couple but my own personal choice is the Barbour solid navy waxed cotton cap.
@Gymkata The QoS Haiti look came very close to being on the list. I'm working on the spring jackets post and will include the Y-3 in that. But I also thought that the real find was that polo shirt alternative from Grayers. It's the closest I've seen to the TF polo in a long time. But I definitely need to update the post on the Levi's STA-Prest jeans! So much to do! 🤣
The SPECTRE finale look was a tough one. I've never done a dedicated post on alternatives for that jacket, mainly because there aren't enough alternatives in a given season to make it worth while. So I always end up including whatever I find in the Best Budget Style Find posts.
But the real challenge is an alternative for those damn puppy tooth frog mouth trousers! I always keep an eye out for some and I haven't seen anything half way decent in years! It was also came close on the list of Best Looks. But I felt anything I came up with wouldn't have done it justice.
Cheers!
John
Edit: just want to add that the TB Boracay jeans everyone is talking about will make it into the posts and I'll make sure to give appropriate credit.
I can't recall if I posted this last year, but I regret getting lazy on this Michael Kors Airsoft suit from Macy's last summer (July-August) when it went on clearance.
Just posting this here as a reference. It seems to be on sale now as well.
Looks like a good alternative for the Skyfall PTS suit, and also maybe the Goldfinger 3 piece.
Happy Hump Day, gang! Alright, slight change of plans. I've moved the post for the NTTD Jamaica look to Sunday and I've updated the post on the QoS STA-Prest 306 jeans. And I included the TBs some of you recommended (with the care warning from Gymtaka!). So please let me know if I gave everyone the appropriate credit.
Tomorrow I'll publish the post on alternatives for the Y-3 jacket. So that should make those you who thought the Haiti look should have been included in the 4 Best Looks post happy! 😁
Also, I know I just said I couldn't find good alternatives for the SP London finale puppytooth pants. But I was in Nordstrom Rack yesterday and came across some from AG Jeans that could work:
No, it can mean the same thing ...😈 But (in case you didn't know), Hump Day in this context refers to the middle of the week: Monday and Tuesday are tough, Wednesday is the worst and then Thursday and Friday are an easy downhill into the weekend.
Quick question for everyone: I'm working on a couple of small projects with different vendors. One idea we're tossing around is a limited edition series of scarves inspired by Bond. Is this something that would interest anyone? Any scarf in particular you'd like to see? What about material and pricing? Any input would be appreciated!
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Thanks, glad you guys enjoyed it!
@AgentCJ19 I looked at REISS but unfortunately they didn't have a good match currently available. But they make very nice stuff. @Gymkata I'm also digging that Asphalt/Charcoal color. Grey is kind of weird color for me with jackets since I think it makes everything look more formal. But it definitely works with that style of jacket.
@Sadanoyama no worries mate, always happy help where possible. @Mailfist discounts are always the best dude lol 😂 and @canoe2 thank you for the mention, much appreciated! 🙏
I've been trawling for a close bath robe that matches Connery's in Goldfinger. From the alternatives offered (always helpful) I did find a Paul Stuart one in a colour/pattern that's quite close. Sadly there is only a size small left 😕 may be of help for anyone?
https://www.mrporter.com/en-gb/mens/product/paul-stuart/clothing/robes/piped-printed-cotton-robe/4394988609184487
For anyone interested in DC's Spectre watch, this from Aliexpress is spot on! You can even have your own logo. I did opt for the Spectre and 007 logo. I've had the watch for a few weeks now and it's really great, keeps time well and no problems as yet (fingers crossed)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002883600055.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.25ca1802tks195
Great find, although I wonder how they haven't run afoul of copyrights.
OHMSS>FRWL>CR>TSWLM>NTTD>MR>SF>FYEO>GE>DN>YOLT>OP>
TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
There was also this one I found back in December. Not cheap, but it has the right look (I know the robe was more like a pale grey nailhead, but I always saw it as a light blue)
@canoe2 I was very tempted to get this and it was your find that inspired me to have a search 😃 this forum is amazing and I love everyone's enthusiasm and willingness to help.
@Gymkata I thought the same mate lol
@canoe2 what are your thoughts on this one? Similar to the Paul Stuart, but a grey herringbone. They also sell the Curry and Paxton Thunderball sunnies that you'd suggested 😎
Happy Sunday! I've updated our annual post on Steve McQueen style:
There are some awesome alternatives this season for the open knit polo he wears. Just a very cool shirt, imho.
@Smudge7 I think that dressing gown is great! Probably better than that other Paul Stuart you posted since it's a much lighter grey (and more affordable). I've shared those Sean sunglasses before (going back to when Mason & Sons carried them). Very nice from all the reports I've heard.
Cheers!
John
Seems like the TB Boracay Jeans in grey might be a decent alternative to the Tom Ford NTTD jeans.
@canoe2 Yes much more affordable mate ☺️
I was in Primark the other day and found a shirt that you might find matches some on your list of the Roger Moore LALD black shirt. This has the turned up sleeves, but no pocket. However at £8 it's a fair compromise to take lol
https://www.primark.com/en-gb/p/cotton-poplin-short-sleeve-shirt-991023855804
Cheers
Spence
Just so it's not missed:
I've had several of the Boracay shorts. They're great but some of the colors have issues where the dye fades inconsistently. If you get the shorts/jeans, you're going to want to wash them inside out to help with keeping the colors consistent.
Great stuff, though. I just bought two pairs of the pants/jeans and they look and feel pretty awesome.
OHMSS>FRWL>CR>TSWLM>NTTD>MR>SF>FYEO>GE>DN>YOLT>OP>
TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
Hi everyone, it's great to be back!
@Gymkata Thank you for the kind words about my Tommy Bahama Boracay recommendations. I totally agree with your suggestion for proper fabric care. I am a big Tommy Bahama customer and they do indeed use special coatings on their fabrics to give them a beach-washed, sea salt wind-blown, laissez-faire vibe. Hand washing would be ideal to maintain the colors and fabric treatment.
@knoxj3 I bought these grey Island Zone jeans as well and use them as my second-choice NTTD Jamaica outfit. They are very nice, high quality jeans and look tremendous with the Tommy Bahama blue linen sea glass breezer shirt for a casual and airy spring and summer look. I will say, however, that the grey is a bit too dark in actuality ... whereas the Goodfellow grey pants (lower quality jeans, of course) are a closer light grey match to the Tom Ford.
I wear the Goodfellow's as my go-to NTTD Jamaica scene jeans.
Hi @knoxj3 I own these Tommy Bahama grey Boracay jeans; they are incredible high quality pants. I still however prefer my Goodfellow light grey jeans for the NTTD Jamaica scene ... a closer match to the Tom Ford jeans. The TB pants grey is a bit too dark in my opinion but wonderful jeans nonetheless and my #2 choice and alternative for NTTD Jamaica outfit.
Hi @Gymkata I 100% concur. I own a great deal of Tommy Bahama clothes and they are famous (notorious) for applying fabric treatments to create a sun drenched, beach washed vibe and sea-salt sprayed look. Handwashing is ideal to preserve the color and fabric treatment. These clothes are fragile and fade. The Boracay pants are indeed marvelous and a great option for QoS Talamone and Haiti outfits - I'm delighted people liked my suggestion!
Morning! I've updated the post on Bond's blue Matera jacket with new alternatives:
Cheers!
John
Alternative for the Steve McQueen suede bomber jacket. Reiss Dilan suede bomber jacket. £398 so maybe not so much a budget alternative.
John Lewis have now brought out the previously mentioned Ted Baker Chatley short sleeve shirt in blue, bright blue and white as well as the pink. Blue is a good alternative for the TB Nassau shirt minus the matching trousers to avoid the pyjama look. £75 unless Smudge7 can find this one at a discount as well 😀
@Mailfist challenge accepted 😂 £59.95 (20% off) at Country Attire 😉
https://www.countryattire.com/ted-baker-chatley-jersey-pique-shirt-mens-shirt/ca50248217.html?colour=Navy&sku=1467635&productid=390664&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4aikxvWp9wIVVu3tCh2ILAcsEAQYAyABEgK3O_D_BwE
I knew I could count on you 👍️
Greetings and Happy Sunday! I want to follow up on this post with everyone later (rushing around today). But I just posted the article on my 4 favorite Craig Bond looks.
Interested to see if you guys agree with my choices or what you would pick instead.
Cheers!
John
Love 'em all.
The only ones that I'd add are:
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TND>TWINE>QOS>TB>TMWTGG>GF>LALD>TLD>AVTAK>SP>DAF>LTK>DAD
Bond rankings: Lazenby>Moore>Connery>Craig>Brosnan>Dalton
Great minds think alike Gymkata. These were to two I would have added as well.
These are my four looks as well (plus QoS Haiti and NTTD Jamaica). Most of time I wear the NTTD Jamaica outfit. I have gotten such good mileage from my Tommy Bahama Catalina silk shirt, Goodfellow grey jeans and screen accurate Sperry shoes. I have the Barbour Covert (which is just fine!), the Vuarnet sunglasses and for the hat I have a couple but my own personal choice is the Barbour solid navy waxed cotton cap.
@St_John_Smythe I'm updating the NTTD Jamaica look post for publishing tomorrow. That's one of the reasons I left it off the initial list.
@Mailfist and @Smudge7 Great work as always! 🍸️
@Gymkata The QoS Haiti look came very close to being on the list. I'm working on the spring jackets post and will include the Y-3 in that. But I also thought that the real find was that polo shirt alternative from Grayers. It's the closest I've seen to the TF polo in a long time. But I definitely need to update the post on the Levi's STA-Prest jeans! So much to do! 🤣
The SPECTRE finale look was a tough one. I've never done a dedicated post on alternatives for that jacket, mainly because there aren't enough alternatives in a given season to make it worth while. So I always end up including whatever I find in the Best Budget Style Find posts.
But the real challenge is an alternative for those damn puppy tooth frog mouth trousers! I always keep an eye out for some and I haven't seen anything half way decent in years! It was also came close on the list of Best Looks. But I felt anything I came up with wouldn't have done it justice.
Cheers!
John
Edit: just want to add that the TB Boracay jeans everyone is talking about will make it into the posts and I'll make sure to give appropriate credit.
Think I agree John. Difficult to whittle down to just four. I also really like these two from CR;
I can't recall if I posted this last year, but I regret getting lazy on this Michael Kors Airsoft suit from Macy's last summer (July-August) when it went on clearance.
Just posting this here as a reference. It seems to be on sale now as well.
Looks like a good alternative for the Skyfall PTS suit, and also maybe the Goldfinger 3 piece.
https://www.macys.com/shop/product/michael-kors-mens-modern-fit-airsoft-stretch-suit-jackets?ID=10502519
Looking a big more, it seems the Ralph Lauren option is wool, and is a better alternative for both Skyfall PTS and Goldfinger 3 piece:
https://www.macys.com/shop/product/lauren-ralph-lauren-mens-ultraflex-classic-fit-light-grey-sharkskin-wool-suit-jacket?ID=7990945
Happy Hump Day, gang! Alright, slight change of plans. I've moved the post for the NTTD Jamaica look to Sunday and I've updated the post on the QoS STA-Prest 306 jeans. And I included the TBs some of you recommended (with the care warning from Gymtaka!). So please let me know if I gave everyone the appropriate credit.
Tomorrow I'll publish the post on alternatives for the Y-3 jacket. So that should make those you who thought the Haiti look should have been included in the 4 Best Looks post happy! 😁
Also, I know I just said I couldn't find good alternatives for the SP London finale puppytooth pants. But I was in Nordstrom Rack yesterday and came across some from AG Jeans that could work:
Puppy Tooth ($118.97):
An interesting Herringbone in the Black/Grey that would also work in a pinch ($98.97)
Sizes are all over the place. But some of you may find a pair that works.
Cheers!
John
Happy Hump day John. I can only assume where you come from hump means something different than where I come from. 😂
No, it can mean the same thing ...😈 But (in case you didn't know), Hump Day in this context refers to the middle of the week: Monday and Tuesday are tough, Wednesday is the worst and then Thursday and Friday are an easy downhill into the weekend.
Quick question for everyone: I'm working on a couple of small projects with different vendors. One idea we're tossing around is a limited edition series of scarves inspired by Bond. Is this something that would interest anyone? Any scarf in particular you'd like to see? What about material and pricing? Any input would be appreciated!
Cheers!