Bluffworks Blazer?
Jan 23, 17, 7:50 am
#2
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Kitchener, ON, Canada
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Got mine a few days ago. It appears to be as described in the videos... I haven't tried swimming in it yet.
For reference, I fit a 44T in a Tilley blazer almost perfectly. I ordered a 44Long in Bluff, but the sleeves were a touch short and I couldn't button it across my midsection. The customer service has been beyond fantastic and are shipping me a new blazer, but it may take a few more weeks just because they're busy fulfililng the orders.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
For reference, I fit a 44T in a Tilley blazer almost perfectly. I ordered a 44Long in Bluff, but the sleeves were a touch short and I couldn't button it across my midsection. The customer service has been beyond fantastic and are shipping me a new blazer, but it may take a few more weeks just because they're busy fulfililng the orders.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
Jan 23, 17, 5:32 pm
#3
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Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 409
Thanks for that. When you've gotten your replacement and worn it a while, would love your feedback.
Got mine a few days ago. It appears to be as described in the videos... I haven't tried swimming in it yet.
For reference, I fit a 44T in a Tilley blazer almost perfectly. I ordered a 44Long in Bluff, but the sleeves were a touch short and I couldn't button it across my midsection. The customer service has been beyond fantastic and are shipping me a new blazer, but it may take a few more weeks just because they're busy fulfililng the orders.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
For reference, I fit a 44T in a Tilley blazer almost perfectly. I ordered a 44Long in Bluff, but the sleeves were a touch short and I couldn't button it across my midsection. The customer service has been beyond fantastic and are shipping me a new blazer, but it may take a few more weeks just because they're busy fulfililng the orders.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
Jan 23, 17, 9:29 pm
#4
Join Date: Sep 2016
Posts: 229
For reference, I fit a 44T in a Tilley blazer almost perfectly. I ordered a 44Long in Bluff, but the sleeves were a touch short and I couldn't button it across my midsection. The customer service has been beyond fantastic and are shipping me a new blazer, but it may take a few more weeks just because they're busy fulfililng the orders.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
In terms of stylistic points, it's also less... 'structured' than my Tilley. The shoulder pads aren't as pronounced, and the fabric is more flexible.
It would probably look a bit awkward if I actually put an iPad in one of the big inside pockets, by the way.
Jan 23, 17, 9:30 pm
#5
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Join Date: Apr 2014
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Slim or Classic fit?
I ordered a blazer when I saw the Kickstarter -- 42R and I also found it a bit more snug across the belly than expected. Since I've lost a bit of weight recently, it works out fine. Shoulders and sleeves seem normal, though.
It would probably look a bit awkward if I actually put an iPad in one of the big inside pockets, by the way.
It would probably look a bit awkward if I actually put an iPad in one of the big inside pockets, by the way.
Jan 29, 17, 2:53 pm
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Feb 10, 17, 9:34 am
#12
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Think I am going to pull the trigger on one of these. Reviews seem to be pretty good across the board. Probably go with blue. Found a good video, I think from the kickstarter, that showed the difference between classic and slim. Based on that, definitely going with classic.
Mar 29, 17, 1:33 pm
#13
Join Date: Jan 2014
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Think I am going to pull the trigger on one of these. Reviews seem to be pretty good across the board. Probably go with blue. Found a good video, I think from the kickstarter, that showed the difference between classic and slim. Based on that, definitely going with classic.
Mar 29, 17, 1:58 pm
#14
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I did purchase the blue one. Very happy with it so far. Had to have the sleeves shortened but that was expected. I worried that it may be too lightweight before I bought it, but in fact it is a very nice weight. I've scrunched it and washed it and it looks great. Pockets are awesome of course. I've worn it casually and along with a tie, and it looks great both ways. It lives in the sweet spot between not too formal and not too casual. Not cheap, but I've been happy with their other products for a while now, so I've come to believe it is worth the cost. Thumbs up.
Mar 29, 17, 2:37 pm
#15
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I did purchase the blue one. Very happy with it so far. Had to have the sleeves shortened but that was expected. I worried that it may be too lightweight before I bought it, but in fact it is a very nice weight. I've scrunched it and washed it and it looks great. Pockets are awesome of course. I've worn it casually and along with a tie, and it looks great both ways. It lives in the sweet spot between not too formal and not too casual. Not cheap, but I've been happy with their other products for a while now, so I've come to believe it is worth the cost. Thumbs up.
Does anyone have experience wearing this on warmer days? WOuld you call it Summer weight?
