[vpkozel]

Anyone know if these are showing up at TJMaxx also?

My experience has been that they often carry many of the same things, which makes sense since they are owned by the same company. While not fashion, I have found both places to be awesome for cookware and linens.

I will have to check out the Marshall's near me for BB stuff.

 

[Silver-streak]

This past weekend I found several Brooks Brothers' "Makers & Merchants" ties and one "Irregular" in a TJ Maxx in Howell, NJ. Honestly, they were all rather ugly and loud. Can anyone explain to me what is so desirable about these, and why the Irregulars are marked as such? They looked to be in good condition to me. Pardon my ignorance, I am still learning the fine points of dressing well.

 

[Orgetorix]

This past weekend I found several Brooks Brothers' "Makers & Merchants" ties and one "Irregular" in a TJ Maxx in Howell, NJ. Honestly, they were all rather ugly and loud. Can anyone explain to me what is so desirable about these, and why the Irregulars are marked as such? They looked to be in good condition to me. Pardon my ignorance, I am still learning the fine points of dressing well.

BB makes pretty decent, solid-quality ties. At Marshalls/Maxx prices, they're a good deal. If you find the ones available ugly, though, pass on them. Not everything BB makes is good looking.

Irregulars may have flaws, or may not. When BB unloads production overruns, they put the Irregular tag on them even if they aren't flawed.

 

[Pirendeus]

I find more BB ties at tj maxx than Marshall's. About 80% aren't my taste; I grab any that strike my fancy, as they seem to be ~3" skinnier ties that I like. I would never pay retail for any tie.

 

[Snow Hill Pond]

It's a little sad to see BB merchandise at these stores.

 

[Elmer Zilch]

I hadn't set foot in a Marshall's for years, but I stopped at the one in Lakeview today on my way home from the gym. Sure enough, even at this relatively low-rent location there were a few Brooks Brothers sportcoats, as well as two BB short mac/trenches. They also had a couple Bill's Khakis unstructured jackets in odd colors and, most interestingly, Bill's version of a wool buffalo-plaid coat. Also: a table of cheap Irish sweaters--too cheap, really; they look like they were made especially for the off-price trade.

 

[Pirendeus]

It's a little sad to see BB merchandise at these stores.

I totally agree. I never thought marshalls would fall so far.:devil:

 

[gamma68]

It's a little sad to see BB merchandise at these stores.

Not sad when you pick up a nice looking ancient madder for $24.99 when the original tag says $125.

I checked out the local Marshalls today, and I only saw the tie I purchased and another identical one. No other BB merchandise. I was really hoping they had some shoes.

 

[adoucett]

I've seen (and commented here before about) brooks brothers merch at both Marshalls and TJ Maxx. Really depends on your area and proximity to the nearest BB store I think. I do see ties frequently enough, but of these, they haven't been ones I've wanted to wear.

On a recent trip, they had two different pairs of BB sterling silver cuff links (with a gold finish) for $75 down from $250.

 

[boatswaindog]

Just as a matter of history: Back in the 1970s and 80s the old Brooks would send their remainders to Filene's basement. In early March or so there would be an ad in the Boston Globe advertising the spectacular bargains on clothing "from a famous Madison Avenue clothier".

 

[Sir Cingle]

Well, not every Marshalls is awash in Brooks Brothers clothing. After reading this thread, I traveled to my local Marshalls, despite the fact that I don't exactly live in a neighborhood filled with the Brooks Brothers set. And, unsurprisingly, there was nary a Brooks Brothers article to be found. Nor anything from Bill's Khakis. Oh, well. Given the clientele at my local Marshalls, I thought that a surfeit of BB stuff would be a great boon for me. Instead, the trip was a boon for my wallet.

 

[Duvel]

The few times I've been rooked into walking into a TJ's or Marshalls I've felt like I'd fallen into a grey abyss. Never, never. I don't care what people tell me they think is there.

 

[xcubbies]

Just as a matter of history: Back in the 1970s and 80s the old Brooks would send their remainders to Filene's basement. In early March or so there would be an ad in the Boston Globe advertising the spectacular bargains on clothing "from a famous Madison Avenue clothier".

Ah, I remember those sales with relish. It could get dangerous wading into the melee to see what was available. But it was worth the risk. In those days when you purchased an item with the Brooks label it was very clear what you were getting.

 

[drlivingston]

I find it odd that people will not set foot in Marshalls or TJMaxx but happily order from Sierra Trading Post... not realizing that they are all owned by the same company.

 

[SG_67]

I find it odd that people will not set foot in Marshalls or TJMaxx but happily order from Sierra Trading Post... not realizing that they are all owned by the same company.

The same people who won't set foot into an adult movie theater but will watch porn on their computers?

 

[adoucett]

The ones nearby me are (mostly) rubbish...but that's why when I'm traveling outside my home area it's fun to stop in...to see if it's one of the "good ones"

 

[Brio1]

You merry gentlemen obviously have not set foot in a Nordstrom discount store lately. It is called the Rack for a reason : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rack_(torture)

 

[drlivingston]

You merry gentlemen obviously have not set foot in a Nordstrom discount store lately. It is called the Rack for a reason : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rack_(torture)

Speaking of the Rack, I believe they are almost the same as the Neiman Marcus Last Call Boutique stores. Just change out the store branded stuff. Tons of Hugo Boss and Bugatchi.

 

[adoucett]

Speaking of the Rack, I believe they are almost the same as the Neiman Marcus Last Call Boutique stores. Just change out the store branded stuff. Tons of Hugo Boss and Bugatchi.

and don't forget Original Penguin. It's practically an emporium for that stuff.

 

[Elmer Zilch]

I don't think it's snobbish to suggest that entering a Marshall's or TJ Maxx or Rack is almost always a waste of time. The veil of sadness that descends upon you as you sift through the sh!t is one where you are forced to examine all of the bad decisions in your life that led you to that point...it's terrifying.

However, this thread piqued my interest, so this evening I had some time to kill before I met a friend for dinner and I traipsed into yet another Marshall's, different than the one this afternoon. The amount of Black Fleece larded through the racks was surprising. Most of it was stuff you wouldn't want--weird, asymmetrical-looking colorblock shirts and things like that. But there were two or three very nice sportcoats and some lovely wool trousers. Aside from a couple of Corneliani jackets, the Black Fleece was by far the most expensive clothing in the men's section. The store also had a few Bill's M1's. I was in a rush so I just left with a pair of BB thin-wale cords in the Milano fit. Food > off-price discount stores.