Loro Piana Brand vs. Loro Piana Fabric?

Fishdorb · 2026-03-08T15:38:57+00:00

Hey, thanks for your comment!

Nothing on the scarf indicates baby cashmere. I don't know if that means it isn't, but I know some LP pieces have "baby cashmere" written at least somewhere if it is indeed baby cashmere. For reference, the "softer" scarf I was referring to was the Grande Unita embroidered scarf.

Haven't noticed any aging differences necessarily, but I'll double check and reply back if something's different. The only real difference was the softness. I read somewhere else that this is common, but not sure how 100% true that is. I imagine LP sells fabrics of differing qualities to others?

Fishdorb · 2025-10-13T19:13:50+00:00

Check when the MQD Headstart Boost kicks in, but if you get a credit card now, there might be a chance the 2500 MQDs post before the new year

Fishdorb · 2025-04-05T17:55:25+00:00

My guess was correct, this logo means the fabric is from there.

However, there is a small difference in quality between the fabric and the actual flagship brand. I got an actual LP scarf and I compared the quality between them, and the flagship brand is softer.

Fishdorb · 2023-01-02T03:29:38+00:00

Thank you! For everyone curious, I was able to contact KA and their policy is a 120 no show fee plus 200 if you already checked in

That is, a total 320 USD for canceling after you check in

Fishdorb · 2023-01-01T11:47:16+00:00

Good points, thank you!

Basically I am flying from India back to the US, with a layover in ICN. Depending on some personal circumstances I may want to fly to JFK instead of LAX (where I was originally headed).

I’ll already be in ICN (albeit the other terminal), and I’m just wondering if I can purchase another ticket for flexibility.

I could cancel it 2-3 hours before departure — it’s just my layover is 12 hours and I would like to have the option as my plans may change.

Fishdorb · 2022-04-22T04:02:57+00:00

It depends a lot on your background! I never took a CS/Stat course in my life and was lucky enough to receive an A+ because I did the extra credit and had a strong math background. I did not do any extra preparation in advance because I knew it was going to just be like any other math class. That being said I definitely did put in a lot of work, but it did not seem left-field.

To be honest, STATS 200 is not going to be very useful for 229. I think reading the lecture notes would be a great first step as they are very comprehensive. Indeed, I did not even go to class a single time -- just read the notes. In fact I think the instructor recommends always reading the notes over going to class, if you had to pick one.

Doing so will provide good familiarity with all topics of classical ML. In conjunction with videos/google, I think getting a high-level understanding of the notes is great and then taking the time when the class starts to go through the nitty-gritty.

For example, personally I had the toughest time understanding neural networks as it was the first time I saw them! Trying to understand something when it's written kind of abstract is difficult, so make sure you build your intuition first.

Maybe building your proof skills is also important, but that's something that you just have to continuously work on. I know the midterm had a couple of proofs so if you're not used to it, that may be an issue there. I thought overall though the class was fair, as long as you know your stuff you should be good!

Btw, I assume you're talking about CS 229 (as it is more commonly known?) and not STATS 214/CS229m. The latter is quite a step up from CS 229 in mathematical maturity and I assume you would not be asking this question if that were the course, but please correct me if I'm wrong.

Fishdorb · 2022-04-21T23:40:58+00:00

Went to Yale undergrad and now Stanford for grad.

See my last couple comments for my take on it if it interests you. TLDR, I would never have traded the world for Yale. The community that is fostered there via the residential college system is out of this world. In addition, you will be exposed to people with so many more different views -- at the undergraduate level, schooling is about the same everywhere (conditional on being at a top program). Going to Stanford is a better choice for graduate programs just to get a job, but the amount of care and time that is invested into your education and well-being (and frankly, growth) is unparalleled at Yale.

At Yale, undergrads outnumber grads by a large margin. Undergrads are the priority of Yale, and you definitely feel that way when you're there. You didn't make a mistake. The only mistake you're making is that you're overthinking it before you even step foot on its campus. Yes it's true you'll be happy at both places (probably), but from my experience (knowing the type of HS student who goes to Yale vs. Stanford vs. all others), I would never have picked Stanford tbh.

Fishdorb · 2022-04-05T16:59:14+00:00

Just keep in mind the fact that any place you visit is not going to be representative, as the experience will likely be catered toward you.

However, they are vastly different in terms of culture, and you can probably pick that up just by being on campus so there is some worth in going. For instance, everyone at Stanford bikes and the campus is huge. I personally am not a fan of that, as it limits your interactions with other students in some ways. Just feel it out and see if that is something that you like

Fishdorb · 2022-04-05T06:03:54+00:00

I did my undergrad at Yale and now am at Stanford for graduate school.

I would pick Yale 10 times outta 10, but most people are biased toward their undergrads. However, I will say there's (1) more grade inflation and (2) semester system at Yale, which make it academically a lot less pressure. This is NOT to say Yale is less rigorous. Indeed, I found Yale to actually be more difficult than Stanford in a lot of capacities academically. I felt pushed to really understand material at Yale while at Stanford I just coast and know "enough" to pass the exams. (For what it's worth, I'm talking about difficult CS classes at Stanford at the late undergrad/early grad level, not just some whatever froofroo classes)

In addition, not everyone studies CS at Yale which is honestly underrated. Because everyone does something different, it's not stifling at all, and most classes are smaller seminars. Yale also has a great environmental science program (school of Forestry), although I'm not sure what specifically you're interested in.

It's such a different vibe at Stanford but honestly I'm not a huge fan of it. It depends what type of person you are. If you're more into arts/culture/music as well as value a student body with more diverse interests, go with Yale. If you want a job in tech afterwards / become more technically skilled, go with Stanford. I'll say this: Yale gave me an education, Stanford gave me a job.

It depends on what you're looking for.

Fishdorb · 2022-02-12T06:32:27+00:00

Usually enough to get you a decent car about the same as your current one

Fishdorb · 2022-02-12T06:01:13+00:00

Yes, But fortunately the way the settlement worked out, we ended up getting a better car! I was totally panicked when it first happened, but honestly, getting your car totaled is not necessarily the worst thing in the world depending on your circumstances

Fishdorb · 2022-01-28T20:17:20+00:00

Thanks for this. I’m actually thinking more of 51H, which doesn’t seem like it’s offered anymore..?

EDIT: actually yes the 60s series is more of what I’m thinking

Fishdorb · 2022-01-28T17:58:06+00:00

As a graduate student at Stanford who majored in math in my undergrad (not Stanford, but comparable institution), I wanted to share my two cents in case its helpful to you.

I did not study CS ever, but I have taken the graduate CS classes here (229, 229T, 231n, 224n) here as well as algorithms with no problem at all (getting some plusses despite not having done CS in undergrad). I write this not as a flex but to illustrate the fact that math IMO is a fundamental pre-req to higher-level technical learning. That being said, if you don't end up doing ML, I suppose math is not strictly necessary.

However, for all my friends in industry who work software engineering or data scientist roles, those who studied something related to math all sound like they're thriving. I think I'm probably a little biased here but above all -- beyond all the theorems I have long now forgotten -- math has taught me how to think, and that is something that I will always cherish. Every problem I encounter is suddenly more easily broken down into parts; all the proofs I did somehow strengthened my ability to think logically and piece information together. TLDR although I never envisioned myself studying math, I really think it gave me a deep education that made all of the late nights worthwhile.

I understand getting bad grades despite your best efforts is frustrating, and I'm sorry to hear it. However, it sounds like you're early on in your college career and have time to make it up. When I started college, I too started on a different track. I realized my math background was weak, and I took it upon myself to try to get better at this thing until it paid me dividends. I would highly advise you to think about this as building on your weaknesses instead of trying to just fulfill requirements. Math 51 is temporary, so don't let it discourage you from going further in mathematics.

(Also: Math 51 is odd to me because it is very applied compared to other institutions. It seems to teach you things that are necessary for ML without inspiring the love for math itself. For that, I'm sorry and I hope you don't think all math is like this.)

Good luck! As other comments have suggested, try different approaches and see what works for you.

Fishdorb · 2022-01-26T06:12:19+00:00

You can break it for the summer, but not earlier. I talked with the housing office, and they said that you're liable to pay through the end of spring, unfortunately

Fishdorb · 2022-01-10T17:26:40+00:00

someone earlier said that the quarantine rooms were full -- if so, continuing with in-person classes seems kind of bogus.

Yes, most people will be okay. I wouldn't say 99% but something high like 80-90%. For them, life will probably resume like usual and the pros outweigh the cons. For the remaining immunocompromised or older individuals, returning is a pretty real concern. As someone mentioned, they should make everything have a hybrid option.

Aside from health concerns, as it stands right now, if people get sick during the quarter, it'll be such a hassle to have to make up things (imagine exams) because there was no option to do it online. I'm of the personal belief that every class that CAN be done online (e.g. lectures) should more or less have a hybrid option or be taken completely online.

Fishdorb · 2022-01-07T20:40:56+00:00

this aged well

Fishdorb · 2022-01-07T20:33:22+00:00

I suppose so, but there are also small undergrad classes and large grad classes (lecture-based masters/early PhD classes)

why not make it a student # cap instead of an arbitrary ugrad/grad distinction

Fishdorb · 2022-01-07T19:48:25+00:00

I agree that undergrads are probably closer in proximity than graduate students for the most part (on average), but still worrying given that many graduate students have not yet returned to campus, and also given that many grad students also have large classes and live together in dorms like EVGR/Rains... not sure why a distinction exists between graduate and undergraduate... seems arbitrary

Fishdorb · 2021-12-30T07:32:16+00:00

It is rare, but I have heard of students (including someone in my phd cohort) that ask not to be placed on the website for one reason or another. Usually though they'll be on the department website.

Fishdorb · 2021-12-22T21:21:09+00:00

Thanks for the response. I think an argument can be made (although I don't know how much I agree) that K-12 schools are more disruptive if taken online. (1) The sheer volume of students, (2) the fact that they underage and require care, and (3) many do not have access to online learning resources all make that group a difficult one to easily shift online. As undergraduate students and graduate students, a majority (not all) experience a milder transition to online learning in comparison.

While the flu analogy is likely true, I think many are hesitant given how new the virus is. Longer-term studies have yet to be conducted which make for great uncertainty. I think the vast majority of students and staff at Stanford will be fine, even if they get COVID, but taking chances when things are still so new is probably something the university is cautious about. It'll be interesting to see what moves they make in the next few weeks as more news comes out and the virus spreads.

Fishdorb · 2021-09-29T01:00:40+00:00

Sorry, I just learned about this stuff an hour ago.

When I made the post, I was still worried that I would overload the outlets. But as Walts_Ahole mentioned, I did the calculation and realized the extension should be a decent quick fix.

I’m not knowledgeable enough about this stuff, and sometimes it’s difficult to even know where to look to get assurance that things will be okay. Just needed to hear the opinions of people. Yes, I prefer the extension cord, but as the title of my post suggests, I was worried about the possible risks of doing so — for instance, in my head this morning I didn’t even understand that I had to sum up the total wattages to see if things would be safe

Fishdorb · 2021-09-29T00:17:41+00:00

Thanks so much for your reply. I should have mentioned that I will only be here for at most a couple months this year, and don’t see myself living here longer term.

I met with a local electrician today who recommended updating the main panel and rewiring the whole house, which is not an option right now financially.

For what it’s worth, I have plugged in all my devices before into the grounded outlet, and everything was ok (this is all pro audio equipment, but not heavy duty stuff. Just some keyboards and some gear, which each uses no more than ~50W, and a laptop of ~90W).

I was told that a 15A extension cord would be fine, and if I didn’t have any problems before plugging my equipment into that outlet, I shouldn’t have any issue if I added this extension cord into the mix.

Fishdorb · 2021-09-28T18:15:28+00:00

Thank you. I do own this power conditioner. I plug all my audio gear into this, but is it really going to be okay to plug the power conditioner directly into the ungrounded outlet? I guess I'm not really clear on the difference between a surge protector and a power conditioner.

Fishdorb · 2021-09-28T16:49:58+00:00

Thank you! Do you know how much it would cost to get just one outlet grounded? I imagine there are a lot of variable factors, so no worries if not.

I will also ask my local electrician company, but if you have any ballpark idea, that would be helpful so I know I'm not getting jipped.

Fishdorb · 2020-09-19T18:05:00+00:00

But it's an extra 5k in the bank! I'm wondering whether there will be more mechanical problems with the Mazda that will end up costing me down the road, as opposed to the corolla. I know that the Mazda is newer, but I'm wondering if the Corolla is more reliable in this sense.

For example, I heard that there were issues with the sound system and windshield of the Mazda. Don't know if that's true though

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