The Clothes Call
A publication of O’Connell Lucas Chelf, Inc.
A Buffalo clothing tradition since 1959
www.oconnellsclothing.com
(716) 836-4140 (800)336-0076
Vol. XVII No. 1 Spring 2008 Buffalo, New York
O'Connell's Spring Custom Week featuring
TRUNK SHOW WEEK Samuelsohn, Southwick, and H. Freeman & Son clothing
will run April 7th - 12th. Customers are invited to order
custom garments at off-the-rack prices. Don’t miss this opportunity to choose from hundreds of
exquisite suit and sport coat fabrics in a variety of textures, colors, and patterns. Our staff will assist
you with fabric selection, custom measurements, and garment features. A 15% discount will apply
to all custom orders and stock purchases from these three manufacturers for one week only.
Representative appearances: Gentlemen….and Ladies
Mon 4/7 - Ali Khatami of Samuelsohn H. Freeman and Son also offers
Tues 4/8 - Peter Dermer of Southwick custom suits, trousers and sportcoats
Wed 4/9 - John Fulmer of H. Freeman and Son made specifically for ladies.
O'Connell’s is the
ROBERT TALBOTT WEEK headquarters for
the area's finest
and largest in-stock selection of Robert Talbott ties, considered
to be America's preeminent neckwear manufacturer. During the
week of April 14th - 19th, O'Connell's collection of Talbott shirts,
cuff links, pocket squares, and neckwear including all Best of
Class, classic regimental stripes, and formalwear will be reduced
in price. The 10% discount also applies to all special orders for
one week only.
The luxury of nearly
unlimited fabric selection, style CUSTOM/SPECIAL ORDER SHIRT WEEK
choices, and the opportunity for
custom fit will be offered during the week of April 21st - 26th at special prices. For the first time
ever O’Connell’s, the store that specializes in customer satisfaction, will present Shirt Week during
which all of our special order and made-to-measure shirts will be reduced.
Custom Shirtmakers Limited (aka Measure Up!) offers individually
cut shirts made to exact dimensions using specific customer requested
details. Herringbone Shirt and Gitman Brothers offer customers the
opportunity to select fabric, body silhouette, as well as style details
including cuff, collar, placket, and other features. Each of these fine US
shirtmakers has an expansive selection of fabrics, from the finest silk-like
cotton to unusual colors and patterns not often available. In addition,
customers can expect delivery in as little as three weeks. Treat yourself to a
luxurious product, made-to-order in a remarkably short turnaround time
during O’Connell’s Shirt Week.
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The virtues of pink and green
LILLY PULITZER TIES
Lilly Pulitzer’s men’s collection for Spring 2008
includes serious menswear that doesn’t take itself too
seriously. From colorful classic stripes to whimsical
printed and woven designs the assortment has a colorful,
preppy sensibility with a modern point of view. The
collection is further defined by its use of quality fabrics,
construction, and detail. Neckwear $65 - $95
SHOPPING CART Lacoste polo
LACOSTE stripes are ripe for the
DEBUTS ONLINE! picking at O’Connell’s
oconnellsclothing.com now features a self this summer. In addition to a bumper crop of
service shopping cart allowing you to shop any new solid colors (Hot Pink, Flambee, Pistachio,
time of day or night. Look for new arrivals and Smoke blue are pictured)
each day, and take advantage of our fast easy we feature a pique throwback
shipping options. stripe in navy/taupe and
white/taupe. $75
Our white bucks are a must
W HITE have for every gentleman’s
spring and summer wardrobe.
BUCKS The appearance of these classic
oxfords are a signal that spring
has arrived. In addition to seersucker and linen
suits, trousers, and bermudas, our white bucks
are a natural when paired with Nantucket red,
madras, cotton poplin, and even casually with
jeans. Today these lightweight shoes are made
from a rain-resistant nubuck, sport brick red
rubber soles, and are lined with supple calf,
affording your feet comfort while providing
stability and forgiveness.
In our quick and
easy gift
department the
baseball caps from
Lacoste are a sure
hit. Buy one for
yourself while you’re
at it. Two styles,
many colors. $29-
$35
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CANVASBACKS FOR WOMEN
Wide Leg Pant - Fly front wide leg pant with
plain back. Polyester. Black. $195.
Ladies Tee - Short sleeve tee. Cotton/polyester.
Black or white. $55.
Marcela - One-button lapel jacket with double
princess seams. Polyester. Black. $315.
‘Run Silent’ Multiple tweed patterns are
combined in this one-button lapel jacket with
fringe and detailed front patch pockets. Lined.
Viscose/cotton blend. Navy/white. $425.
Sheath - Fitted V-neck sleeveless dress with
long back zipper. Polyester. Lined Black $225
Gaucho - Fly front 3/4 length with plain back.
Polyester. Black. $175.
‘Butter Brickle’ - Fitted tweed jacket with 2-
button closure has leaf pattern bands at lapel,
collar, hem and sleeve. Lined. Linen/viscose
blend. Beige/white. $425.
Knit Cami - Wide strap knit camisole. Viscose/
nylon. Navy. $85.
Crossover Tee - Empire waist and tucks.
Viscose/nylon. $89.95.
Straight Skirt - Center back zipper. Lined.
Viscose/cotton blend. Beige/white. $195.
WOMENS CORDUROY SPOORTCOATS
Our spring
weight pincord sport
coat for women
epitomizes well-
dressed casual. This
classic three-button
trim fit coat is
available in emerald,
French lilac, chamois,
and navy (not shown).
Tailored in the USA.
$245.
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BELTS FOR THE MAN WHO HAS NEARLY EVERYTHING
SPANISH VEAL - A natural fit with jeans or BISON - A weekend casual belt. Polished nickel
khakis. Honey. $69.95 buckle and contrast stitching. Brown. $89.95.
HORNBACK - Alligator leather harvested from the back scoots of the reptile. A belt that will not go
unnoticed. Chocolate or Cognac. $395.
ALLIGATOR - The belt that every man covets. Timeless good taste that will last a lifetime. Black
or brown. $395.
OSTRICH - Exquisite genuine ostrich belt, CALFSKIN - Our classic dress belt. Cognac
polished nickel buckle. Honey. $295. (shown), burgundy and black. $59.95
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THE SEASONS BEST SPORTCOATS
Crisp and smart super 130s Silk/Linen sport coat featuring All silk gentleman’s overplaid
district check featuring blue brown, tan, and sage sport coat with ground shades
and taupe on white ground. background with stunning tan, taupe, and light olive and
Summertime sensational. accent color. Made in USA. accent colors apricot and royal
Made in the USA. $895. $895. blue. Made in Canada. $895.
▼ The burnished tan full
ST. CROIX strap loafer - The newest
▼ Try our new Ultrasuede Facile Jacket from addition to our Alden lineup,
St. Croix, a US maker that’s world renowned for this handsome shoe affords
top notch quality. This machine washable the wearer more room in the
microfiber jacket has simple lines ensuring you toebox than Alden’s classic
ultimate comfort and a proper fit. Available in strap loafer and is a dressier silhouette compared
Butterscotch and Black. Available in M, L, XL, to a traditional penny loafer. The burnished tan
and XXL. $495. is a terrific sporty look with a light colored suit
or summer trouser. $370
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USA MADE - SPORTSHIRTS
Rainbow stripe Green and Blue check,
Color changing window check
cotton broadcloth superfine cotton oxford
superfine cotton twill
short sleeve $125 short sleeve $125
long sleeve $135
long sleeve $135 long sleeve $135
Pink over plaid
Blue traditional plaid Summer multicheck
broadcloth
cotton broadcloth superfine cotton twill
short sleeve $125
long sleeve $135 long sleeve $135
long sleeve $135
Tan and Blue check,
Pink check superfine cotton oxford
superfine cotton oxford
flyweight cotton seersucker short sleeve $125
short sleeve $125
short sleeve $99.95 long sleeve $135
long sleeve $135
Founded in 1952, this 2nd generation family owned business
MARCOLIANI HOSIERY makes some of the world’s finest socks. Marcoliani
specializes in the production of
superior quality mens hosiery made of the most superb fibers.
These terrific socks represent every aspect denoting superior
quality - fine yarns, a perfect fit, easy care, and fashionable
colors. This season’s collection of extrafine merino wool, and
superfine pima cotton hosiery features a wide variety of argyles,
dots, and two-tone patterns available in over the calf and mid-
calf lengths. $18 - $28
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NEW FROM BILLS KHAKIS - ALL BILLS ARE MADE IN THE USA
Sailcloth Trousers- Bills double-twisted, 100% Sun Drenched
combed cotton Sailcloth delivers a rare Twills - This
combination of pigment dyed
durability and a twill fabric has
supreme feel., been put through
qualities that travel multiple washes,
well on land or by bringing about its
sea. 100% cotton, soft, broken-in
machine washable, state. Roll up the bottoms for a contrasting
color: Pearl Pink color on the fabric’s reverse side. 100% cotton,
$165 machine washable, color: Coral, $155
▼ Weathered Poplin Shirts - Created for the The Bentley Oxford - Long ago, you owned a
distinct purpose of delivering comfort, durability super-heavyweight oxford cloth button-down
and timeless style, suitable for the rigors of work, shirt just like this ….and you haven’t found
sport, and pleasure. 100% cotton, machine another like it. America’s oxford cloth shirt has
washable, colors: Burnt Sienna, Summer Olive. a great history, so
$135. Bills started at the
beginning.
Substantial in weight
and incredibly soft,
this 6.2 ounce cotton
oxford combines
simple, timeless styling with a classic fit. It’s a
rare commodity in today’s world… but not in
ours. 100% cotton, machine washable, color:
Pink, $125.
Bullard Field Pant - far more than a pair of
khakis. At its core is a 10.2 oz Bullard Twill
that has been aggressively washed to a familiar
▼ Bills Classic Poplin Shirts - Available in state of softness and comfort. Not only will
Stone, Olive (shown), and these khakis endure the test of time, you may be
British Khaki (shown). $115. compelled to put them in your will. 100%
cotton,
machine
washable,
colors:
Leather,
Olive, Tan,
and Cement
(new).
$165
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TRUNK WEEK
APRIL 7TH - 12TH
ROBERT
TALBOTT WEEK
APRIL 14TH-19TH
SHIRT WEEK
APRIL 21ST-26TH
SPRING IS IN THE AIR
A BUFFALO CLOTHING TRADITION - SINCE 1959
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