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  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    Beautiful.
    Which Royale jacket version, if I may ask?
    I'm thinking of getting the V2 for sale now but should I hold out for the nicer V3? By the way, I'm a size small.
    Mine is the original V1 I think I have both this and the black one from QOS as well. Crazy thing is I am MED in the .Blue but a Small in the Black to get the fits I wanted.

    Realiity is any of these Royale jackets are the closest ever match you will get to the genuine thing. So I don't think you will go far wrong with any version I am guessing with the TF re run recently on this jacket arranged direct with TF but the AJBers there might be a few Royales on the market later.

    Cheers :007)
    Let's hope so.
    I hope one lets go of a TF one at a Royale price :)). That will be the day :D.
    Seriously though, bummed out that I couldn't get the TF one but I can't flush down my SMP savings for it.
    Anyway, I might just wait for a couple of v3s.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    My budget Bolivia outfit

    Royale Jacket
    Sunspel Polo
    Levi's jeans
    Loake Kemptons
    Paired with PO 2500
    Tom Ford Williams

    Definitely in the style of......but about 3K cheaper

    Cheers :007)


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    Im wearing my planet ocean titanium though, Sunspel Polo, scotch and soda Ralston jeans, dents woven belt and Magnoli qos sunglasses.
    I had 9 years of solid use out of some Kemptons, re soled twice. I replaced them with luccini Harrisons as a budget alternative

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    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    Annually seems a bit exaggerated @ £ 80 (?), but it's certainly good to know they can be repaired anytime if necessary.
    I seriously live in mine if I did not resole them annually I would be wearing holes in my sock within 12 months! :D

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Bond44 wrote:
    My budget Bolivia outfit

    Royale Jacket
    Sunspel Polo
    Levi's jeans
    Loake Kemptons
    Paired with PO 2500
    Tom Ford Williams

    Definitely in the style of......but about 3K cheaper

    Cheers :007)


    IMG_6427.jpg
    Is that today's outfit?
    If it us then snap


    20170715_150331.jpg

    Im wearing my planet ocean titanium though, Sunspel Polo, scotch and soda Ralston jeans, dents woven belt and Magnoli qos sunglasses.
    I had 9 years of solid use out of some Kemptons, re soled twice. I replaced them with luccini Harrisons as a budget alternative

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    Too many Parallels again Chris truly frightening! :D

    Looking good though was like looking in a mirror!

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    Bond44 wrote:
    My budget Bolivia outfit

    Royale Jacket
    Sunspel Polo
    Levi's jeans
    Loake Kemptons
    Paired with PO 2500
    Tom Ford Williams

    Definitely in the style of......but about 3K cheaper

    Cheers :007)


    IMG_6427.jpg
    Is that today's outfit?
    If it us then snap


    20170715_150331.jpg

    Im wearing my planet ocean titanium though, Sunspel Polo, scotch and soda Ralston jeans, dents woven belt and Magnoli qos sunglasses.
    I had 9 years of solid use out of some Kemptons, re soled twice. I replaced them with luccini Harrisons as a budget alternative

    20170715_162418.jpg
    Too many Parallels again Chris truly frightening! :D

    Looking good though was like looking in a mirror!

    Cheers :007)

    Great minds and all that -{ needless to say, we look good :)) {[]
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Bond_AmbitionsBond_Ambitions Melbourne, AustraliaPosts: 459MI6 Agent
    That Altaussee combo looks fantastic! great colours and fit of everything, almost like it more than the original. Where'd you find the jacket?
    cmdr_bong wrote:
    Just returned from a nice holiday from beautiful Queenstown New Zealand, and thought I would post some frugal Bond outfits I'd worn throughout. Apologies if they are not 100% accurate.

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    Altaussee outfit

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    Solden outfit

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    Skyfall Lodge outfit - Minus scarf as it was a warm day
  • cmdr_bongcmdr_bong AustraliaPosts: 202MI6 Agent
    That Altaussee combo looks fantastic! great colours and fit of everything, almost like it more than the original. Where'd you find the jacket?
    cmdr_bong wrote:
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    Altaussee outfit

    Why thank you for the kind words Bond_Ambitions! The jacket is from NEXT. It is their wool bomber with borg collar - it has a detachable black shearling collar. From a couple of seasons ago.
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    And today's budget QOS outfit for family gathering.

    Royale Y3 Jacket
    Black Sunspel Polo
    White Levis jeans
    Brown Loake Kemptons
    PO 2500
    TF 108's

    Have a good one all

    Cheers :007)

    P.S Chris if you are wearing this today I am moving countries :D


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    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Well put together outfit, Bond44 :007). I will admit though, that I'm not as in love with the Y-3 jacket as I am with the harrington.

    Here's an idea for an IA; why not do one where you focus on all of Bond's polos.
    It's the summer after all, and I've been looking for a good Dr No light blue polo with all of the correct details (like the rounded collar, no pocket, elastic ends etc.) but as of yet, no luck.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • Bond_AmbitionsBond_Ambitions Melbourne, AustraliaPosts: 459MI6 Agent
    Thanks for the info. Keep on posting your budget bond outfits, they're great!
    cmdr_bong wrote:
    Why thank you for the kind words Bond_Ambitions! The jacket is from NEXT. It is their wool bomber with borg collar - it has a detachable black shearling collar. From a couple of seasons ago.
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    Well put together outfit, Bond44 :007). I will admit though, that I'm not as in love with the Y-3 jacket as I am with the harrington.

    Here's an idea for an IA; why not do one where you focus on all of Bond's polos.
    It's the summer after all, and I've been looking for a good Dr No light blue polo with all of the correct details (like the rounded collar, no pocket, elastic ends etc.) but as of yet, no luck.

    Actually I love both jackets and looks posted this weekend. Strange many say QOS was not a good film but I think stylistically it was one of the best giving us these looks and the 42mm PO (not multiple Omegas) and TF108's but that's just my take.

    Certainly a film I connected with style wise and can pull off occasionally :D

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    Well put together outfit, Bond44 :007). I will admit though, that I'm not as in love with the Y-3 jacket as I am with the harrington.

    Here's an idea for an IA; why not do one where you focus on all of Bond's polos.
    It's the summer after all, and I've been looking for a good Dr No light blue polo with all of the correct details (like the rounded collar, no pocket, elastic ends etc.) but as of yet, no luck.

    Actually I love both jackets and looks posted this weekend. Strange many say QOS was not a good film but I think stylistically it was one of the best giving us these looks and the 42mm PO (not multiple Omegas) and TF108's but that's just my take.

    Certainly a film I connected with style wise and can pull off occasionally :D

    Cheers :007)
    Exactly.
    It's a shame Louise Frogley wasn't the costume designer in another Bond film.
    QoS had the nicest suits and casual outfits we have seen in a Craig era film, yet.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    And today's budget QOS outfit for family gathering.

    Royale Y3 Jacket
    Black Sunspel Polo
    White Levis jeans
    Brown Loake Kemptons
    PO 2500
    TF 108's

    Have a good one all

    Cheers :007)


    P.S Chris if you are wearing this today I am moving countries :D


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    :))
    Put your passport away Bond44, I wore the Haiti outfit last weekend {[]
    No today I've been at home in my thunderball outfit, pale blue shorts and pink shirt only with some Barbour flip flops or thongs if your of the southern hemisphere persuasion.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    Well put together outfit, Bond44 :007). I will admit though, that I'm not as in love with the Y-3 jacket as I am with the harrington.

    Here's an idea for an IA; why not do one where you focus on all of Bond's polos.
    It's the summer after all, and I've been looking for a good Dr No light blue polo with all of the correct details (like the rounded collar, no pocket, elastic ends etc.) but as of yet, no luck.

    Actually I love both jackets and looks posted this weekend. Strange many say QOS was not a good film but I think stylistically it was one of the best giving us these looks and the 42mm PO (not multiple Omegas) and TF108's but that's just my take.

    Certainly a film I connected with style wise and can pull off occasionally :D

    Cheers :007)

    Totally agree with this, only I love the whole film.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    For anyone thinking about some swim shorts or beach to bar shorts there are a lot of La Perla items bnwot on eBay at the moment most are buy it now for £19.99 which is a good price for £120 + shorts. There are some casino royale trunks in various colours but don't worry there are also plenty of proper shorts. I've bagged a few pairs for my holiday.Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401366966900

    Just search "mens Nero La Perla swimshorts"
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • CB0012CB0012 Posts: 110MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop wrote:
    For anyone thinking about some swim shorts or beach to bar shorts there are a lot of La Perla items bnwot on eBay at the moment most are buy it now for £19.99 which is a good price for £120 + shorts. There are some casino royale trunks in various colours but don't worry there are also plenty of proper shorts. I've bagged a few pairs for my holiday.Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401366966900

    Just search "mens Nero La Perla swimshorts"

    Can anyone comment on the sizing? I'm a 33-34 in the waist which is pretty standard US Medium. Should I go Medium here or shoot for Large in UK size?
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    For anyone thinking about some swim shorts or beach to bar shorts there are a lot of La Perla items bnwot on eBay at the moment most are buy it now for £19.99 which is a good price for £120 + shorts. There are some casino royale trunks in various colours but don't worry there are also plenty of proper shorts. I've bagged a few pairs for my holiday.Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401366966900

    Just search "mens Nero La Perla swimshorts"

    Can anyone comment on the sizing? I'm a 33-34 in the waist which is pretty standard US Medium. Should I go Medium here or shoot for Large in UK size?

    Mine should be here on Wednesday so I'll have a better idea, but if it helps I just went off La Perla's size guide on their site and went with the nearest larger fit if you know what I mean? So I'm a 35- 36" waist normally so I went with Size 36-38.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    edited July 2017
    Haiti Y3 alternative? flap collar? Check, side adjusters? Check, buttoned cuff? Check, semi elasticated waist? Erm no and no button throat latch either but hey bonds didn't have that anyway. This alternative is classed as a summer lightweight jacket and is available from Amazon for just over £20
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    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B01ED0KQEC/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1500397854&sr=1-12&pi=SL180_SX140_CR0,0,140,180

    I've ordered one to replace my reiss item that I've always worn as a Y3 alt and had for almost 9 years ( time for the jacket graveyard) if anyone is interested in sizing etc let me know and I'll post my thought when it arrives.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • armenianmoviemanarmenianmovieman The 818Posts: 672MI6 Agent
    Friendly reminder to anybody who wants a decent looking Skyfall swim trunk alternate, 2(X)ist has their Yacht Swim Short in Alaskan Blue on sale for $42.50..... if you spend at least $50 you get free shipping and most states have no tax.

    Furthermore, code HELLO2X gets you another 15% off, so you can grab a shirt or two and some Skyfall swim trunks for about $50.

    https://www.2xist.com/p/A14077/yacht-swim-short.html

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    Yes. Consssssiderably.
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    CB0012 wrote:
    Chriscoop wrote:
    For anyone thinking about some swim shorts or beach to bar shorts there are a lot of La Perla items bnwot on eBay at the moment most are buy it now for £19.99 which is a good price for £120 + shorts. There are some casino royale trunks in various colours but don't worry there are also plenty of proper shorts. I've bagged a few pairs for my holiday.Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401366966900

    Just search "mens Nero La Perla swimshorts"

    Can anyone comment on the sizing? I'm a 33-34 in the waist which is pretty standard US Medium. Should I go Medium here or shoot for Large in UK size?

    Quick update, I recieved mine today, they fit great as I mentioned before I essentially sized up so my recommendation on these is to size up.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • armenianmoviemanarmenianmovieman The 818Posts: 672MI6 Agent
    And to add to my previous post: Skyfall track pants alternative from 2(X)ist for $38 after HELLO2X promo code..... add $12 worth of material to get free shipping.

    https://www.2xist.com/p/A300B2/modern-classic-lounge-pant.html

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    Yes. Consssssiderably.
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Back in the Haiti outfit this week. With my new jacket.

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    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    Last wedding of the year and typical UK weather only here could you wear sunglassses and carry a brolly! Still it's not going to dampen our spirits!

    Here is my homage to SF

    Cheers :007)


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    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Not tight enough ( :)) ).
    Seriously though, good homage.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Bond44 wrote:
    Last wedding of the year and typical UK weather only here could you wear sunglassses and carry a brolly! Still it's not going to dampen our spirits!

    Here is my homage to SF

    Cheers :007)


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    Yes it's ridiculous weather very tropical with heavy downpours but humid and warm. Very smart Bond44 -{ watch out for any glocks with extended mags poking out of a black audi window whilst your out and about.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    edited July 2017
    Yeah typical British weather gopt it down just in time for the photos

    Still lucky I was guarding the bar inside :D

    Now keeping an eye out for black Audi and looking for a crazy chick who cannot drive a landrover!!

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    :)) I'd love to see moneypenny try and reverse Park that 110 without the mirrors she apparently doesn't need. Enjoy your evening bond44.
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    Skyfall theme from the Quartet and free drinks I think it's going to be a good night :D

    Cheers :007)




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    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    Chris and Bond44, you gents are certainly keeping the British end up. Looking great! Loving the styles. I rocked my new Orlebar Brown update to the DAD outfit for my little guys birthday. Now off to dinner and a movie with the fam. {[]


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  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Chris and Bond44, you gents are certainly keeping the British end up. Looking great! Loving the styles. I rocked my new Orlebar Brown update to the DAD outfit for my little guys birthday. Now off to dinner and a movie with the fam. {[]


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    I like that shirt JB -{
    Enjoy your family time.
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