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Please DO NOT ask me about what you should wear to a particular occasion or what color goes with what, or what will look good on you...I have no expertise in this area. I can answer any questions relating to men`s and women`s outerwear such as Wool coats, Raincoats, Down jackets, Leather and Suede Jackets and coats.I can also answer questions relating to active wear such as warm-up suits, track pants, breathable running wear,etc. Please do not ask me about what you should wear to a particular occasion or what color goes with what...I have no expertise in this area.
Experience in the area
30 years experience designing and merchandising outerwear and activewear. Education/Credentials
Education/Credentials
BFA in Fashion Design
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Recent Answers from Patrick Dean
2009-11-11 Down coat alteration:
Depending on the skill of the tailor you bring this to, it may be possible to alter the waist to make it smaller. Down coats are constructed quite differently from style to style, so it is impossible
2009-11-09 Back Vents on Jackets:
It is not important. It is a styling detail. 3 button blazers tend to button down further so the vent serves a small purpose by giving movement room. Blazers can be made without vents but they must
2009-10-25 Korean leather jacket:
Without seeing the jacket in all honesty I would not recommend anything but bringing it to professional leather cleaner to have it cleaned. If you really want to use Lexol to condition it, try testing
2009-01-09 manufacturers:
What you are asking for is every designer's wish. It takes years and years of experience working within the industry to establish these kinds of contacts. I have 30 years of industry experience and I
2008-12-23 winter wardrobe:
Since she is leaving in 4 months, April, your daughter should bring spring clothes similar to what would be worn in Fla. in the winter. It is best for her to shop locally in New York once she arrives
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