Chapter 006: A person is judged by their clothing, and a horse by its saddle

Upon hearing the words "eight hundred old Lu," he could not help but understand. Gritting his teeth, he said: "Yes!"

So this shop is now in this location? Old Lu glanced at the sign and remembered this shop.

It is now 1996, and in the domestic cities, the newly affluent individuals, driving their Mercedes and BMWs, are adorned not in Montblanc but in counterfeit Pierre Cardin, or perhaps proudly donning the men's brand -- Goldlion!

Upon exiting the library, Old Lu remembered that he needed to acquire an outfit to attend the horse racing event.

Thus, in his previous life, Old Lu accumulated two sets at this store, which he generally never wore; he would only don them on occasions that required a certain level of sophistication.

There are three models by the window, and in the center of the room, there is a square platform with five or six male models on it. Directly facing the door is a long wooden counter, and that is the layout.

To know that in the future, if you want him to personally make a suit, you won't get anywhere without at least tens of thousands. Simply offering money is not enough; you need to have a certain status in Shicheng, relying on friendship. Customers like Old Lu, who come with money, are not even taken seriously.

"Let me take a look first," Lu Xiancheng said

If it is appropriate, I will take the initiative to give this item worth 800 to you, " said Haicheng

"I want to drive a supercar worth several million; even if I have a body full of wrinkles, I still have my charm," Lu Xiancheng replied jokingly.

"Indeed, it is a good thing, I can only blame myself for being financially constrained!" Lu Xiancheng said with a smile

Not yet halfway there, while turning his head to glance at the tall young women on the street, Lu Xiancheng inadvertently caught sight of a familiar sign from a past life: Haishishen Western-style Clothing.

Standing at the entrance of the new office building, Lu Xiancheng glanced at the sun overhead and a thought suddenly sprang to mind: this would be a perfect opportunity to check the information from March 9 of this year

"That's it, thank you, brother!" Lu Xiancheng did not waste any words; after changing out of his suit, he went directly to a nearby bank to withdraw the money and handed it over to Hai Jiao.

Then wait for me a moment! After saying this, Haicheng turned around and returned to behind the counter. A few minutes later, he took out a box and walked back in front of Old Lu

Old Lu did not intend to hide anything; after just a few sentences, he revealed his name and what he did to Hai Cheng. Naturally, Hai Cheng also introduced himself, and before long, the two began to address each other as brothers.

Although it may seem like just a small storefront now, in twenty years, this shop will be well-known. Not to mention, ordering a tailored suit here will easily cost more than a year's salary for a worker.

Old Lu, being an experienced person, remarked that it is not so backward here. After chatting for a while, he praised the prospects of custom-made suits enthusiastically, which made Haicheng extremely happy

Whether one loves the country or not is not the point; at least it is affordable

Let alone making this set of Western-style clothes, my own father has spent more than half his life honing this skill, so how could it be the same! I have been learning for four to five years and am still assisting my old man, but he doesn't even let me take the lead, saying he is afraid I might ruin the shop's reputation when serving customers

At this time, many people wear suits without removing the tags, leaving the tags on to indicate the brand they are wearing. Those who truly order custom suits and have them tailored to their measurements are either executives from foreign enterprises or genuine foreign management. In Shicheng, the main forces are the small sticks and little devils, while many of the newly wealthy domestic individuals have yet to evolve to this level of sophistication

At that time, when Old Lu watched such films, he couldn't help but think that these 'presidents' on television were either from a bra company or a women's products company

It is a pity that you are not pursuing a career as a model, " Hai Cheng said while helping to adjust the hem of the garment.

To be honest, Old Lu does not have much understanding of suits, but after wearing them for a while, the differences become apparent when compared to those purchased elsewhere

Attending horse racing is not something one can do in shorts and flip-flops; if one dresses too casually, they may be asked to leave. Even though the Japanese are not British and do not have the same expectations of wearing top hats and constantly calculating how to appear gentlemanly, it is still not acceptable for individuals dressed in shorts or leather pants to gain entry.

Haicheng chuckled twice and then asked, "What now?"

Apart from the leather shoes, I do not have any here. As for the tie, I will give you one along with a shirt, which, although not expensive, will complement it. You are not calling me brother for nothing! Hai Cheng took the money without counting it and directly stuffed it into his pocket, also giving away a few extra items.

In his previous life, Old Lu was already approaching his thirties while regularly wearing a suit. Not only had his figure begun to change, but he also developed a belly, making it difficult to showcase his physique

Haicheng patted Old Lu on the shoulder and said, "Young brother, with this temperament, you can do it!"

Although it is said that suits originated from Europe, the body shapes of East Asians are inherently different from those of Europeans. Many bespoke suit shops now adopt Japanese patterns.

Lu Xianchen thought to himself: I forgot, at this time the old man in the shop is still making clothes

Sir, would you like to order a suit

At present, he did not know how much it would cost to get a set from this store! Lu Xiancheng thought to himself, and unconsciously walked towards the store.

If you don't believe it, just flip through a newspaper. Not to mention traditional industries like machinery manufacturing, whether in IT or high technology, which CEO looks like this 'bird'? When they speak, it's as if they were sent from the palace.

He reached out to touch the fabric of the latest suit, and after examining the style, Old Lu couldn't help but nod in approval; at least it was somewhat pleasing to the eye. The texture was truly nice, and the cut was also suitable for the Asian body type.

Lu Xiancheng occasionally complimented him with a few words, and naturally, the two became increasingly engaged in their conversation.

"Little brother, do you have a budget of 800?" Haicheng found the young man in front of him quite likable, and suddenly recalled a certain matter.

Inside the box is a royal blue suit, the fabric subtly featuring a hint of vertical stripes, and it reflects light slightly. When lifted casually, the reflections on the fabric spread out like ripples on water. Even without much knowledge, Lu Xiancheng, not being blind, naturally understands that this fabric is of the highest quality, far superior to the more than 10,000 he saved in his previous life. Moreover, the box contains not only the suit and trousers but also a small vest made of the same fabric. Even without much knowledge, Lu Xiancheng, not being blind, naturally understands that this fabric is of the highest quality, far superior to the more than 10,000 he saved in his previous life. Moreover, the box contains not only the suit and trousers but also a small vest made of the same fabric

Lu Xiancheng, filled with joy, happily flipped through all the newspapers he could find, staring at the unfamiliar characters with a smile for nearly half an hour before finally returning the newspapers

Old Lu is tall, but his face does not quite conform to popular aesthetic standards. He has a square face inherited from his family, a high nose bridge, but his eyes are somewhat narrow and elongated. His mouth is neither large nor small, and the overall shape of his face and features appears somewhat rigid. Coupled with his stubbly beard that has a bluish tint, it makes him look even more rugged.

Rather than purchasing abroad, it is better to reduce the prices of these domestic garment factories

This was ordered by a Chinese expatriate, who had already paid the deposit but canceled it when it was nearly completed due to having to return to New Zealand. Haicheng explained to Old Lu while opening the box.

Seeing Old Lu reaching out to touch the fabric and leaning in to examine the stitching, one might have thought he was an expert in the field. Thus, I asked, "Are you also in this line of work?"

However, it is now 1996, and the young Haicheng is currently smiling as he gazes at the old Lu who has just entered the house, asking in a gentle tone.

Having completed the necessary arrangements, Old Lu hurried directly to the bus station and purchased a ticket for the bus back home for the following morning. By the time he finished these tasks and exited the ticket hall of the bus station, it was already dark outside, and he took a bus back to the school from the bus station.

With a sense of curiosity, Lu Xiancheng glanced around and then turned his gaze back to Hai Cheng: "How much would it cost for you to personally make a suit?"

Old Lu, looking in the mirror, not only got himself drunk, but even Hai Cheng, who was beside him, nodded in agreement.

Upon entering through the door, Lu Xiancheng immediately felt a sense of disappointment; this shop currently does not possess the level of quality it will have in the future, and it is only slightly better than an ordinary tailor shop.

Now this suit can be said to have become an accomplice, completely extracting the charm from Old Lu and presenting it in the mirror

Lu Xiancheng's side of the market, Haicheng also feels that the young man is not very old, but he is a discerning person

Amidst tranquility lies a surge, and within exuberance is a sense of composure

Listening to Lu Xiancheng's poised demeanor, Hai Cheng also developed a favorable impression. Generally, when guests enter, they either pretend to understand or claim that the suits here are more expensive than those bought in department stores.

Behind the counter, there is a young face, not yet thirty, while the one at the counter is still the future boss, Haicheng

Upon reaching this point, Old Lu directly crossed the campus square and headed straight for the school library. Unfortunately, after making a round, he discovered that the school library did not subscribe to Japanese newspapers, only some Japanese academic journals.

From any perspective, the current version of myself is far superior to the effeminate image of a so-called 'young fresh meat' playing a CEO on screen twenty years from now, as there are too many of such men.

I received the Japanese newspaper dated March 10. Although it was filled with a lot of difficult characters, Old Lu still found the three familiar small characters quietly sitting on the front page, which saved him the trouble of flipping through the pages.

The Hanshin Daishoten is not only a contest among the three champions, but also a battle for succession between the old and new kings. Even at the GII level, it can reliably make headlines in major newspapers such as the "Yomiuri Shimbun" and "Asahi Shimbun". It is important to note that Japan's horse racing betting sales firmly hold the top position in the world, with sales once being twice that of the United States, and even now, the United States cannot compare.

However, time has bestowed upon men who have weathered the storms a quality known as temperament.

In the future, this store will still be led by Zhou Guangyong, who brought Old Lu here. A complete set of tailored suits costs over 8,000 yuan. At this price, Zhou Guangyong still praises this store, occasionally chatting with Old Lu about how all the materials are imported and the stitching is done in a reverse manner, among other things

These individuals fail to consider that the items in the shopping mall are all produced on assembly lines. Workers can operate a sewing machine after just two to three months of training. The process of making a complete suit here not only requires more materials but also demands several times more effort than what is spent in the shopping mall

Disappointed, Old Lu had no choice but to head towards the Shicheng Library. Old Lu believed that even if the university library did not have it, he could still find Japanese newspapers in the city library. Otherwise, the Shicheng Library would not dare to call itself the third largest library in the country and the fourth largest in Asia.

Every time I hear someone say something like what happens when entering a big shopping mall, a smile appears on Haicheng's face, but in his heart, he directly labeled the person with the term "country bumpkin".

Old Lu was not polite at all and directly took the clothes into the changing room to change.

Dressed in this outfit, Old Lu stood in front of the mirror and nearly blinded himself with his own two little eyes! After all, he has been making clothes for a long time; he can tell at a glance that this outfit suits his body shape without even needing a measuring tape.

However, the Japan Cup is not an ordinary competition; it is the third highest prize money event in the world. There are certainly requirements regarding attire, and wearing anything less would not do justice to the prestige of this world-class event.

To understand that custom-made suits abroad are truly of high quality, it is even the case that some European aristocrats have been ordering their garments from the same tailor for generations. Items produced by large-scale industrial manufacturing simply do not hold any prestige there.

Although Lu Xiancheng appears to be in his twenties, his heart is, after all, that of a man thirty years later. When the weariness of a mature man blends with the youthful innocence of a boy within the same body, it naturally gives rise to a unique charm.

When one is just starting out in their career and lacks financial resources, a suit costing over 1,000 yuan can only be regarded as a suit, failing to showcase much of one's physique. In the future, when one can afford to wear a good suit, their body may no longer be in shape.

For the first time in his two lifetimes, Old Lu saw such a 'handsome' version of himself in the mirror. In a moment of daze, Old Lu felt that he could appear on television as a 'domineering CEO'.

The old gentleman's craftsmanship is naturally even better, although Lu Xiancheng from hetushucomcom often wishes for Master Hai Shenshen to create something, yet he is constrained by a lack of funds

Old Lu sincerely thanked Haicheng again. Although this suit was made by someone else, the fabric and craftsmanship alone would cost at least 800 yuan, which might not even cover the cost of the lining.

Although the custom-made market in China is not very developed at present, it is certain that wealthy individuals will gravitate towards this area in the future. Haicheng has no doubts about this; otherwise, it would not be preparing to inherit the family business of bespoke tailoring.

How can one not say that a person relies on their attire just as a horse relies on its saddle? Lu Xiancheng, standing at 1.8 meters tall, is not overweight and appears somewhat slender. His face is average, but his physique is good, especially his pair of long legs, which make him a perfect clothes hanger

With this in mind, Lu Xiancheng began to walk directly along the road towards the commercial street in the city center, preparing to deduct a little money from his living expenses to first address the issue of attire for the Japan Cup.

In Hai Cheng's heart, he could not help but exclaim: Not only is he a confidant, but he also has the discerning eye to recognize talent!

The two of them chatted for another fifteen minutes, and then Old Lu wrote down the phone number of his dormitory, followed by noting down the number here. After a few exchanges between the younger brother and the older brother, he finally stepped out of the tailor shop with his suit. Once outside, he headed straight to the department store and spent two hundred to purchase a pair of reasonably stylish lace-up leather shoes, completing his outfit.

The teenager who just came in, although he openly stated that he cannot afford it, spoke in a way that made others feel at ease. If he cannot afford it, then so be it; there is no need to compare my items unfavorably with those in the mall.

After half an hour's drive out of the school gate, Lu Xiancheng arrived at the city library as he had hoped. A quick inquiry at the front desk confirmed that he was in the right place. He obtained a free reading card and then headed straight to the foreign periodicals room.

I really can't do this; I just want to buy a suit. However, my budget is limited, and I truly cannot afford the items here that are priced in the thousands!" Lu Xiancheng, without feeling embarrassed, directly said as he removed his hand from the suit.

I am still learning the craft, and here we start at three thousand for a full suit. Haicheng looked at Lu Xiangcheng, who did not seem like someone who would order a suit, but since he was here, he was a guest. It had been five or six days since a customer had entered the shop, and welcoming guests with a smile is a skill for a businessman to make a living.

Haicheng did not expect the person in front of him to be so direct, showing no signs of embarrassment on his face. He smiled and said, "Our prices here are indeed higher than those in the mall, but the materials used are of good quality. Both the fabric and the lining are imported from Europe, so it really cannot be cheaper."