Smoking Jackets
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I know, they are kinda neat. Alot for what it is though (and the amount that I'd likely use it)
I think it'd be useful. It gives it a little more usefulness, as you could wear it out in public and not look like a sleeze-bag, lol!
Hombre, THOSE are fancy. Look nice, but geeeze.
Goodwill, here I come :
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There's this
http://www.etsy.com/search?q=smoking%20jacket&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US&ref=auto1
http://www.etsy.com/search?q=smoking%20jacket&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US&ref=auto1
I was about to order a custom (less than $400) jacket a couple of years ago, and when I find the link I will post it. Suddenly, after all of the research, I realized that I already had a closet full: Silk Robes! I know that doesn't help you much, but you can pick up a silk robe at a department store for less than $100.
If you're looking for cheap then head to Goodwill or the Salvation Army. If you don't mind droppin' between $100-$200 I say hit up Scotch & Soda. They have a few mens jackets that would be good for smoking in.
$30 jacket, suede leather robe style http://www.etsy.com/listing/123541112/vintage-70s-smoking-jacket-brown-suede?ref=sr_gallery_6&ga_search_query=smoking+jacket&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all
This is so cool looking! I almost purchased it, but decided against it since it fits a small man and it is said to be probabley a medium. I am a large.
This is so cool looking! I almost purchased it, but decided against it since it fits a small man and it is said to be probabley a medium. I am a large.
They rival a suit jacket in price. I just can't afford to drop that on a jacket that I wouldn't use all that much (or maybe I would use it a lot, but only at home of course).
On the other hand, didn't you mention somewhere that you were a lawyer? Moneybags :P I kid...
On another note, I do work with attorneys for a living now, and may continue to do so after I get out of school!
This is a cool thread, I've been wanting to get a good smoking jacket but dammit most the ones I dig are in the astronomical price zone. If however I had $1,500 to spend on a great one, it'd no doubt be this spectacular example:
http://www.vintagetextile.com/new_page_472.htm
It's an explosion of psychedelia yet also understated enough to pull off in that laidback casual Jimi Hendrix sort of way. The quilting and button details are spot on too. Sadly, that jacket ain't nothin' but purple haze in my brain 'cuz my wallets like one rainy wish! :lol:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0E6fLJixUs
Hey, these old ads and illustrations for smoking jackets are primo. Also the improvisational version made out of a
shooting vest (?) or whatever. The old denim jacket makes a pretty fair smoking garment if you don't need
elegance, with a few good big pockets, sturdy construction, and middle weight enough for indoors or out.
But I like the old fancy-schmancy ones, paisley silk or whatever. I just don't think I'd have the presence of mind
to wear it when the impulse to have a bowl is fast upon me. My smoking attire seems to be whatever I have
on when I light up. My visions are of a taste, smell and auditory experience, not a vision of myself, however
Fred Astair.
shooting vest (?) or whatever. The old denim jacket makes a pretty fair smoking garment if you don't need
elegance, with a few good big pockets, sturdy construction, and middle weight enough for indoors or out.
But I like the old fancy-schmancy ones, paisley silk or whatever. I just don't think I'd have the presence of mind
to wear it when the impulse to have a bowl is fast upon me. My smoking attire seems to be whatever I have
on when I light up. My visions are of a taste, smell and auditory experience, not a vision of myself, however
Fred Astair.
I'll admit I've never worn silk or the like so I can't comment on how warm it is but ever when smoking inside (relegated to the laundry room) I want something warm. Then in the summer I don't want to wear something that will trap in heat. But again I'm not 100% on how breathable a smoking jacket is.
If I need a Jacket to enjoy my pipe, I'd head to my local sporting good store. A shooters vest is amazing for holding pipes.
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