Yes or No?

[beardown]

Is it weird that when I went to the Alan Bilzerian link, I already had a pair of red object dyed CCP gloves in my cart?

Talk about being pushy....
(that was just a weak joke)

I like the Lost & Found coat best out of those 3 but I like this one even better:

http://archivesf.com/collection/fw-2010-2/by-designers/lost-and-found/

[CommieRabbit]

Kunk, go for the wool trench. The sleek, sharp and angular silhouette would provide sufficient contrast with your frame and mesh perfectly with your suburban supervillain spaceman concept.

The others two aren't structured enough and would just end up looking lifeless and uninteresting on you IMO.

[lowrey]

sig'ed

[cjbreed]

whats the verdict on this MA jacket? Not sure if i should cop. did anyone see other colours or without the inner wool stripes?

so is the general consensus on this jacket a "NO"?

it looks very cool to me in pics. is it the fit that is off? how is the fabric? is it soft? stiff? cheap feeling? luxurious? is it kind of clingy in an unflattering way unless u have a body like SA? i need as much info as possible because i am really on the fence and need to make a decision. thanks in advance!!

[theaddict]

The overall verdict of the inquisition seems to be a no...
Bit I still like it. The fabric is thick, stiff and soft at the same time. Feels good on the skin. Fit is tight and I love the look. Would have copped if I wouldn't care about money...that's just my two cents;)

[eton97]

just to add my 2cents worth.....I have this from last season - slightly different fabric than this season, mine is a heavy jersey vs the new season which appears more like a thick cotton (more spongey and less rigid)
...you can see the difference if you compare the pics....



I actually find that this grandma is one of the best fits of any of the MA+ jackets, and it is incredibly versatile and fits really well....plus it also has the leather piping between the seams which is a nice addition....I definitely give this a thumbs up!

CJ - what are you referring to when you say 'without the inner wool stripes'?

[cjbreed]

thanks guys,

eton - that was theaddict's quote but i think he is referring to the strips of wool material that appear to be like inserts on the inner layer



and eton i originally liked the older model you have but since it is long gone and i have found the new one in my size i may just go for it. i like how the raw edges really roll up on this one.

for those of you that have handled the jacket, what is the feel of the inside of the material? i have an aviator from SS08 (i think) that looks like a similar material. it rolls up pretty severely like that. the inside is kind of terry-like(?). like the inside of very nice heavy duty sweatshirt jersey type material if that makes sense. looks like this:


is it like this or more of a smooth hand...?

[DmD]

Thought I'd add one more opinion to the mix. I also have the same version of this jacket as eton97 and I completely agree with his comments.

eton97: I actually find that this grandma is one of the best fits of any of the MA+ jackets, and it is incredibly versatile and fits really well....plus it also has the leather piping between the seams which is a nice addition....I definitely give this a thums up!

The leather piping is hard to appreciate unless you see it in person. It's beautifully constructed. I later bought the same jacket in a black, lighter weight jersey and I like this version just as much. This fabric is much more flexible, but the cut works just as well with this material.

[stretcheroo]

... thick, stiff and soft at the same time. Feels good on the skin.

Doesn't this belong in the Augusta XXX thread?

[thomcat]

i have been looking for an asymmetrical jacket/blazer from ann for some time and am now looking at this:
anyone has any experience with it? is it thick enough for winter?

[beardown]

I'll echo the past sentiments that most of Ann's outwear isn't suited for really cold weather. This piece is more of a jacket than a coat, where you'd need a coat for colder weather.

You could definitely layer underneath if it's large enough on you but as far as a main 'coat' for winter, I doubt you'd find that it would keep you suitably warm.

It's a great jacket though...perfect for fall and early spring when things are just starting to thaw out.

[philip nod]

just to add my 2cents worth.....I have this from last season - slightly different fabric than this season, mine is a heavy jersey vs the new season which appears more like a thick cotton (more spongey and less rigid)
...you can see the difference if you compare the pics....



I actually find that this grandma is one of the best fits of any of the MA+ jackets, and it is incredibly versatile and fits really well....plus it also has the leather piping between the seams which is a nice addition....I definitely give this a thumbs up!

CJ - what are you referring to when you say 'without the inner wool stripes'?

I have this version too and it is one of my favorite jackets. I heard he won't make this version anymore w the leather seams. I also love the quilted inner arm fabric I expect this coat to be on the level of the overlock or fencing in sz lore soon.

[philip nod]

Thought I'd add one more opinion to the mix. I also have the same version of this jacket as eton97 and I completely agree with his comments.




The leather piping is hard to appreciate unless you see it in person. It's beautifully constructed. I later bought the same jacket in a black, lighter weight jersey and I like this version just as much. This fabric is much more flexible, but the cut works just as well with this material.

pls post pics of black version in ma thread. thx!

[Trebre]

The overall verdict of the inquisition seems to be a no...
Bit I still like it. The fabric is thick, stiff and soft at the same time. Feels good on the skin. Fit is tight and I love the look. Would have copped if I wouldn't care about money...that's just my two cents;)

Love that jacket...
Got it by the end of this August and have been wearing it practically non stop since...
Extremely comfortable, but still sharp.
It's a genius cut imho.

Paired with the slim pant in same color it looks like even better.
Haven't seen any other colors.

Amadei's been using that fabric a long time, and i'm addicted.
Fell in love w it when i bought a pair of pants and an aviator in '07.
It will most likely last forever.

[cjbreed]

which fabric/model? the older one that nod and eton have or the new one that i and theaddict asked about?