The 'close-enough' shirt thread

[Photoss]

Here's the place to post all those close-enough shirts we've seen cropping up recently.
Here's a list of those currently found, (my research for this only goes a page or two back,) please add more!

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Express Men
found by DarenHenry W



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Gap "safari shirt"
found online by singsingjohnny

http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?ci ... =719536012


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Indy style shirt
found on Taylor Lautner by azuma

http://www.imdb.com/media/rm1754371840/nm1210124


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Express MK2 Fitted Cotton Shirt
suggested by riothamus and Magnum

http://www.express.com/catalog/product. ... =*&Mrsavf=*


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Indy style shirt
seen on Johnny Depp by Arch Stanton




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Sears Structure Convertible Cuff Linen Shirt
suggested by aichdawg

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_1 ... 000P?mv=rr


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Eagle Military Shirt
suggested by Mississippi Jones

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.js ... rod5230252


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Tag Safari Safari Trail Shirt (along with other shirts at Tag )
suggested by Snakewhip_Sable

http://www.tagsafari.com/item/mens-shir ... ong-Sleeve


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Of course, everyone also remembers the excellent Cabelas and LL Bean shirts.
For new guys, here is a good, but outdated, resource:
http://indygear.com/OLD_SITE/gear/shirt.shtml

[binkmeisterRick]

Thanks for starting this, Photoss.

Folks, feel free to include your pics, links, and finds here!

[nicktheguy]

Great new thread for new threads....get it?

[Gater]

ew! The GAP shirt has side pockets in the seams and an inside pocket!

[hoose55]

I just ordered an American Eagle "close enough" shirt. I'm excited, pics when it arrives!
J-

[Adventure Dog]

Found a 3 pack of close enough shirts at Sportsmansguide.com
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/3 ... x?a=504862

Little dark, but for 3 shirts, you can't beat that price!

[Indiana Jeff]

Those shirts caught my eye too. Please post a review once you get them.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

[Canyon]

Photoss, great thread!!!

Found a 3 pack of close enough shirts at Sportsmansguide.com
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/3 ... x?a=504862

Little dark, but for 3 shirts, you can't beat that price!

Actually, that shirt is a bit darker than the Noel Howard one. Great find!

[Indiana Bugs]

Found a 3 pack of close enough shirts at Sportsmansguide.com
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/3 ... x?a=504862

Little dark, but for 3 shirts, you can't beat that price!

Theyre a 50/50-type blend. Be aware of that before you order. 50/50s never quite get that 100% cotton lived-in look.

[theinterchange]

sneebop

[Indiana Croft]

Went to Sears today and the only had th white version. Does anyone know how linen would react if dyed, I was thinking of using the NH dye bath, only I won't have to remove color.

http://dalexs.whitvani.net/shirt/shirtFAQ.html

Croft

[Indiana Jeff]

I would think linen would take to the dye fine. From the RIT Dye website:

Q. What types of fabrics can I dye with Rit Dye?
A. Rit will dye most washable fabrics, including 100% cotton, linen, rayon, wool, and silk. It will also dye synthetics such as rayon, nylon, and acetate as well as fiber blends with at least 60% cotton or other dyeable fiber. (Blends will tint evenly but will not achieve full color.) There are fabrics, however, that will not accept dye, such as fabrics with 50% or more polyester, 100% acrylic, fiberglass, metallic fibers, fabrics with rubber backing or special finishes such as water-repellent fabrics with bleach damage or extensive staining, and fabrics that are washable only in cold water or labeled "dry clean only".

I had a custom Indy shirt made in white cotton and used the Dalexs technique and am pleased with the color results.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

[Indiana Croft]

Thanks Indiana Jeff first chance I get I'll be getting one and then I'll do the ol dye job on it. Wish I was a taylor/seamstress so I colud make the pleates run all the way up.

Croft

[Texan Scott]

http://indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=45220

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/clot ... product_36#

Without a doubt, the Duluth Adventure/semi-Indy shirt is my all time favorite, of any Indy or close enough shirt. I was fortunate enough to lach onto one of these last year, during a clearance sale. Though it doesn't have epaulets and is taupe, it is a light weight, 2.8 oz. cotton poplin material, light but tough, with vertical stripes, a bi-swing back and gussets. Buttons are similair to the LC style. My only regret is that I did not buy 2 more.

During the winter, I was working with their customer service in an attempt to have them modify the pattern, by adding epaulets and offering a light khaki color. I had send the CS agent photos of my NH shirt, and explained how close the Duluth shirt already was to the movie piece. I mean, it was that close to the real deal, yet it still captures the spirit of adventure. The CS agent said she would forward the info., but it apparently did not come to fruition....5 out of 5 star reviews from 10 different people.

If any of you know anyone at Duluth, maybe you might be able to grease the treads a little? I haven't given up hope, but may have hit a log jam. The product #72001.

[Mississippi Jones]

If anybody wants the American Eagle Military Shirt as posted above, they're on clearance right now and they're $10 cheaper.

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.js ... =0153_8013

[riothamus]

Hmm, I think I'd rather have a cabela's. I know those are tough and will last.

I just don't know what size shirt I wear anymore! I need to go to some stores and try some on.

Riothamus

[BaptisteTheFool]

http://www.perryellis.com/Dress+Casual- ... ps&bklist=


And it's on sale. Think I may snag one...

There's a better picture of it here:

http://www.amazon.com/Perry-Ellis-Garme ... 76&sr=1-92


And it's a bit cheaper on Amazon too if you're an XL or XXL.

[Indiana Croft]

To bad these aren't still available in M, the Desert Kahki and even the Loden look like nice shirts.

Anyone if anyone else is selling either color in M.

Croft

[BaptisteTheFool]

Just got my Perry Ellis shirt. It's a beautiful piece and the color is spot-on Indy, not as Yellow as it looks online.

But also, the one I got has no epaulets, which are clearly visible online...

...I'm considering calling and inquiring...

[Texan Scott]

Interesting find from an unusual place: Dollar General is now selling an Indy close enough for $7.50.

[Mississippi Jones]

Here's another close-enough from Red Square Clothing Co.

Although for the price, I'd go with the real-deal

http://www.redsquareclothingco.com/prod ... Shirt.html

[enigmata_wood]

Rather than repeat myself I'll just point ya'll this-a-way:
viewtopic.php?f=16&t=43042&hilit=+shirtJust

[Indiana Greg]

I got two of these today from the Gap. I reckon to have the tailor remove & sew closed the hip pockets and hey, I got two delivered for less'n $35 f/ both ... how far wrong can I go?
I'm thinking; good f/ fall & winter, maybe.

[Indiana Croft]

There's a new one at the gap, nice military look in linen, hoping that my size willbe there on Saturday, if so I'll let ya know.

Mean while hears a link. http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?se ... pid=750127

Croft

Just got the chance to purchase two of these shirts. On line their at 34.99 but at the store their at 32.99 and till sunday (the sales clerk belives) it's but one, get one free. I bought the earth brown and dusty olive, I've got plenty of kahki, so I thought I'd try a different color. If there still ther I might still buy another but I'll wait to they discount further.

The shirt it self is very comfortable, nice and soft.
Croft

[Indiana Croft]

Thought I'd bump this one, due to the GAP linen military style shirts, there on sale and if you get there in time it's 2 for 1.

Croft

[BaptisteTheFool]

Thought I'd bump this one, due to the GAP linen military style shirts, there on sale and if you get there in time it's 2 for 1.

Croft

Where do you see this? Online or in store? Both? I don't see that deal mentioned on their site.

[Indiana Croft]

It's not on the site, only in the store. On site there going for 34.99, now you might want to call first as this 2 for 1 deal might be ending today Sun the 11th, or it might not be, the clerk wasn't sure.
But i gotta admit, this shirt is nice, I'm wearing now and when I went out side in 80 + degree weather w/humidity, I felt very comfortable and my sleeves were down, not rolled.

Nice shirt, I'm finding that linen is a very comfortable shirt.

Croft

[BaptisteTheFool]

It's not on the site, only in the store. On site there going for 34.99, now you might want to call first as this 2 for 1 deal might be ending today Sun the 11th, or it might not be, the clerk wasn't sure.
But i gotta admit, this shirt is nice, I'm wearing now and when I went out side in 80 + degree weather w/humidity, I felt very comfortable and my sleeves were down, not rolled.

Nice shirt, I'm finding that linen is a very comfortable shirt.

Croft

Ah. Call me lazy, but my desire to run out to Gap is pretty much nonexistent... So much prefer online shopping to brick and mortar. No people.