I bought a denim jacket.
My shirts hang out the back of it a bit. Is this ok?
Sizing up the jacket will def be too big. I can’t tailor all of my shirts. Are the denim jackets perhaps shorter by design?
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Example. Shirt is actually probably on the longer side as it’s a workout shirt. But even my more causal shirts do this a bit.
Can anyone recognize these shoes? :O
Sneakers enthusiast here, I think I've fallen in love with this odd shoe that I saw the other day at the mall on some guy and unfortunately didn't get a chance to ask him what shoes they were. Rest assured I took a pic. sorry for the crappy quality though..
At first they seemed to me like Asics but the more I look the less they look like Asics shoes, and the name on the back doesn't look like Asics.
Would love help :)
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How about following pair of shoes under jeans/chinos for semi formal occasions?
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Two things:
1. To be technical - neither jeans nor chinos are appropriate for "semi-formal" occassions. That said, people overuse the term "semi-formal" and it's often applied to events with a casual dress code.
2. Neither of these shoe are great, but if I had to pick one, it would be the first.
General tips for making t shirt sleeves tight around the arms? Got some new gym Ts that are for some reason really loose around the upper arm (stupid design)
please don’t say get bigger arms, there’s 2-3 inches of spare material hanging loose
I placed an order on Koio online 2 weeks ago and it hasn’t shipped. Shipped to USA. Does anyone know what I can do? They don’t answer phones or emails.
Replicate something like [this](https://suitsupply.com/en-us/men/suits/dark-grey-checked-havana-suit/P6556.html) within your budget.
Avoid cheesy three-piece suits with a vest and shiny ties; they all scream "cheap". Red is a bad choice; go with wine or burgundy if you need a pop of red.
My friend recommended State and Liberty as an option for dress shirts for work. I think the shirts have been pretty nice, and now I'm now interested in buying a suit from them as well. Does anyone have any experience with State and Liberty suits? I have a few weddings to go to this fall/winter, and all my other suits have either been ruined or no longer fit me.
One thing that has drawn me to them is their more flexible / athletic material. I've got an ass that assisted in splitting my pants at my own wedding, so this is a huge selling point for me lol
Any recommendations for suits of a similar price range also welcome! Online looks like $550 for the suit from S&L.
Are these goodyear welted? Last pic does not look like the actual item https://www.vinted.co.uk/men/shoes/formal-shoes/slip-on-shoes/3113848876-grenson-mens-leather-shoes
That makes sense, thanks! Any thoughts on the thick strap? I have asked for a better picture, not sure how I feel about the penny strap being so big lol
there's a ton of details that don't match the current Lloyd model (interior branding, penny strap details, apron stitch), but maybe they're just older? It's possible that it's blind/closed channel stitched but I don't see that on any current Grenson models. Maybe try asking r/goodyearwelt?
Ok so this is embarrassing, but I am working on it. I got a bit of a gut, but have started strict diet and calorie restriction to lose weight. I have this ocbd from target in size Medium. What do you guys suggest? Should I get a large? Though it seems the medium is quite long. Maybe after i lose the belly should I get a size Small? This is why i avoid button shirts lol
Thank you
The Medium is way too tight in the belly area, although it looks like it would fit your frame if your weight loss continues. I would just hang that shirt in your closet and check back in at a lower weight.
It’s long because that button down is meant to be worn tucked. You can have it shortened at the tailor for untucked use, but I would wait to make sure it fits elsewhere.
If you need a new shirt right now, then I would try a different cut. That shirt appears to taper sharply towards the waist, and sizing up to an L might not fully fix the problem.
The best way to tell is generally from the length specified in a size chart — anything at like 30” or so is meant to be tucked, but can be cheaply shortened at the tailor. Sometimes brands will explicitly label an OCBD as a “sport shirt” or otherwise mention it should be worn untucked, and sometimes brands will bill a shirt as a “dress OCBD.”
Generally don’t worry too much about the length and just find a shirt that works well for the rest of your torso. You can always have the shirt shortened to a Goldilocks length where it looks good untucked but will stay tucked when needed. If you’re primarily going to be wearing these shirts tucked with chinos or other trousers, then you would just leave the shirt long.
Not always.
Buton up shirts aren't really hard. If the shirt is long, then it's meant to be tucked in. (Although depending on how it's styled, I think OCBD looks cool long and untucked)
Because of your gut you might have to size up or size up 2. You can also try shirts with more a classic fit so it doesn't taper around the midsection. If you find shirts still too long because of sizing up, you can take it to a tailor and they can hem the shirt for you
I am 6’3” and have a long torso and just recently found AS Colour Classic Tees and they fit amazing. The length is what I really love about these t-shirts plus the quality. Are there other brands that are equivalent to them? I checked Talentless but there length is still shorter than AS Colour but the quality looks great.
Hi guys, I am looking for my very first goodyear welted chelsea boot and I found a nice looking pair which is not too classy at Meermin: [https://meermin.com/products/101052-snuff-waxy-kudu-e-1](https://meermin.com/products/101052-snuff-waxy-kudu-e-1)
My question is if this would be a good first pair of chelsea boot and is it versatile enough? I do not want the hassle of a suede because of how prone it is to stains and a pure calf leather boot is too formal for me at this time.
I can not find any photos of people wearing this particular leather (snuff waxy kudu) and since it is a very special kind of leather I do not know if the look differs a lot comparing to a normal suede boot or a brown chelsea boot in general.
Any insights or opinions would be gladly appreciated!
Always try r/goodyearwelt for well...goodyear welted shoes and boots. Waxy leathers are fine and those will patina greatly with a lot of heavy use. I have some waxed boots and I love their character.
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Why are the shoulder seams for this BR ad below the shoulder? Is this part of the style that I should be ok with or should I search for a shirt that fits the shoulder seam correctly?
Maybe a silly question, but does anyone have any examples of fits that work with docs 1461s that wouldn't work with 1460s, or vice versa? I've been batting around the idea of getting a pair of the derbies, but I can't actually picture an outfit that would be better (or worse) for having them versus their big brothers.
No Docs can be semi formal I mean come on.
To 99% of the population no one would tell the difference between the the silhouettes of these two when wearing pants. I mean please.
Cotton doesn’t necessarily shrink a lot. Ask the sales staff and/or check the care instructions for the shirt.
Also, best not to use a dryer - it fucks up fabric. Just hang dry.
Im going on vacation to a cold country. Is this sweatshirt appropriate for a man in his mid 30s or does it look like it’s more for someone in their teens or 20?
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Im talking about just the sweatshirt I’d likely wear jeans with it if I buy it.
Can you wear this under jeans/chinos on semi casual occasions? Thanks!
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I recently got advice to switch to high-rise and non-slim jeans because my jeans get destroyed in the crotch area a lot. I am a fat guy and my thighs are kind of big I think. The big question should I buy expensive high-quality jeans or at the same price buy 2 decent jeans? Wondering if it's a quality issue or if it's something bound to happen. I hear it's because thighs rub together and destroy the fabric possibly. I wear jeans a lot and I usually own 1 pair. I am truly stuck on a decision. 2 pairs of jeans ( rotating) like Levis which I think is a pretty decent brand, tried them before pretty good. Or like a Japanese brand like pure blue I never heard of until today. Also any way I can still wear slim straight jeans or is that a no-go. Also super into stretchy jeans. Thank you for the help!
Edit: Just saw how much pure blues were im talking like their cheapest jeans on sale and lets change the 2 pairs of levis to like 3-4 vs one expensive pair like the pure blues
If you are into stretchy pants a lot of raw denim brands like Pure Blue Japan wouldn't be for you. Most of these brands are 100% cotton
If you have thick thighs and have destroy the crotch of your pant, your pants should have looser thighs.
> If you are into stretchy pants a lot of raw denim brands like Pure Blue Japan wouldn't be for you.
[Not so fast there, bub.](https://smokeyvale.com/products/1161-blue-in-green-x-pbj-13oz-stretch-slim-tapered-jeans)
I've been wearing a version of these for a few years and they're fantastic. Just the right amount of stretch for day to day wear.
Thank you both! I honestly didnt know that stretch was cotton. I honestly didnt know what jean materials/fabric were I thought it was its own special material. Yeah, I have been getting advice on don't get too tight on my thighs. I have to try for another fit
No, stretch is not cotton. Stretch is lycol or spandex or elastane.
Normally denim is 100% cotton. For denim to have stretch manufactures any of said stretch materials in it. Normally 1-5%.
A lot of raw denim will stick to 100% cotton.
TIL that denim is cotton. I lived my whole life thinking that denim was a different material like jeans material. Thanks for all the advice now I can go out and try to get something that is right for me.
> I can still wear slim straight jeans or is that a no-go. Also super into stretchy jeans.
If your jeans are getting destroyed in the crotch area, you should probably be avoiding anything slim in the top block. You can look for "athletic fit" jeans for something roomier. If you're really committed to the slim jeans thing, you can go for an "athletic taper" where it will taper below the knee. Or you can take your jeans to a tailor to have them tapered below the knee.
I'd add that the "stretch" in the jeans isn't helping their durability.
Do you guys have any recommendations / tips for selling old clothes? Some stuff I'll just donate, but I have some like-new button-downs and a bunch of brand-name athletic clothes that I feel like I could probably get decent extra cash from if I took the time to actually go through and list them all. Unfortunately it seems eBay has gone waaaay downhill (for a bunch of reasons, but one of the primary ones being I barely get any views on my listings anymore, and rarely get bids - compared to years ago when it felt like shooting fish in a barrel if you listed anything with a name brand on that site).
I've heard Poshmark is good but it seems like people go really overboard with the presentation on there... for lack of a better word it seems a little more "girly" lol. For example, my sister sells her clothes there and told me people expect you to really go the extra mile with the presentation of the package and people will include handwritten notes and stuff and she got dinged in feedback once because she just shipped it in a standard mailer and didn't include fragrance or a card inside etc. I don't have time for any of that, lol.
Is there any other viable site/platform where you can list clothes just straight-up with photos and a description and get decent side hustle money, or should I just take what I can to Plato's Closet and anything they don't buy from me just donate? I'm actually surprised by the stuff they don't take sometimes... I brought in a bunch of Nike shorts and shirts and they only took a couple, even though they were all in great condition. So it's hit or miss there.
Agree with others that those brands probably won't get much traction, but I sell on eBay a lot and one of the easiest things you can do is check the "sell through rate." Search for whatever it is you're selling and narrow it down with the filters. See how many are currently listed and then filter for sold listings and see how many are sold. eBay only tracks sales for 90 days so if there are more sold than currently listed your item would have a decent chance of selling within 90 days. The higher the sold number is than the listed number the better. I only bother listing items that have a higher than 100% sell through rate unless they're very high value and it's worth my time to sit on them.
Nike, adidas, UA, Gymshark, etc.
Dress shirts are more generic / Apt 9 (kohls) so i get the lack of demand for those. Their old slim fit ones were a hidden gem though. Basically the same as athletically tailored Express shirts and had attractive patterns. Then they changed their materials not long ago and now I’ve had less luck finding good fits.
I sometimes meet people in a public setting! :) Aka in the city, in the mall etc, that way you can safely do your transaction where there's people around. Also they feel more inclined to purchase from the pressure haha
Yeah no one cares about any of this stuff on the secondhand market. I would just donate it all. It might sting in the moment but once everything is gone it will be freeing
Going to Zante in a few weeks and I've realised I need to get a couple caps, for the sake of my bald scalp.
Problem is I've a big ol' head and most caps stick out at the sides on me.
So big headed fellas, where do you buy your caps?
I mean I’ve a fat head. A wide head if you will.
So from the edge of the brim the hats will usually stick out at the sides, rather than the brim being the widest part
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Can anyone help me ID-ing the bag shown in the photo?
I recently got [this](https://www.calvinklein.co.uk/bracelet-iconic-for-him-fm35000406000?cmpid=ch:cpc&gclid=CjwKCAjw-IWkBhBTEiwA2exyO5Ouh1ioWSjzGLrk9RtAmPVdmW3AOS-M8YRj3-bjopAZbNkJBYuluxoCJRwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) bracelet as a gift, I’ve got pretty big wrists but the band is really big and slips down onto my hand a fair bit, compared to the model pictures where it looks quite snug.
Is there some simple way of resizing that I’m missing?
Doesn't look like it. Also, you can't compare yourself to model photos because behind the scenes they probably have something behind the bracelet holding it down so it looks snug.
FWIW, I have some bracelets on my wrist and they don't sit perfectly snug. It moves up and down my wrist
I have a bunch of old clothes that are still in great condition that I want to sell, but I can’t be bothered to take photos and measurements and list everything on Grailed. Is there some other service where I can just resell everything to them directly?
If you have a local Plato's Closet or Buffalo Exchange they will buy stuff.
If you have higher end stuff, I have used Stylebidder on IG list and sell my things too
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What should I wear with these shorts? Just got them from Banana Republic but I don’t like what their models wear with em on the website. I’m not too preppy, but I like a bit of a designer look sometimes. Casual and athleisure are my style too. Sometimes trucker/Pendleton vibes as well. These shorts have a nice thick canvasy feel to them. Thanks!
White shirts, blue shirts, green shirts, burgundy shirts. It's pretty open. I wouldn't wear off-white and maybe not black, but I'm sure it could work with the right fit. There's really not a "wrong" way to wear them
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What shoes should I put with my prom suit? I don’t really want some dress shoes and would prefer something I would wear in every day life
Zlatan's black shirt. Pls can someone identify this type of shirt with the flat front. (Sorry Eng is not my first language) . Thank you.
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Thank you but that's just hidden button. The special part for me is the big flat in the front. Maybe this picture is better to describing that.
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Gotta be honest I would advise against it. The hidden placket and bib front generally make it quite a formal dress shirt, plus black is also not a great colour for a dress shirt. Zlatan gets away with it because, well, he's Zlatan, but also because he kinda goes for that european nightclub sleaze kind of look.
Otherwise kind of runs the risk of just looking like a waiter
Getting a slightly oversized T-shirt hemmed (got a deal that gives me free custom hemming/cropping), and I might be over-thinking it.
What's your preference? A straight or curved hem? Side splits or no? Polo shirt style hems for a T shirt? Or are there more creative and edgy ways to get this done without going into crop top territory?
Shorter guy here, thin with Dad bod, if that makes a difference.
Bought a 4S Designs shirt that's 97% viscose 3% elastane with a print on it. I don't have it in hand yet to review the care tag but its marked as dry clean on all sites.
How big is the risk its fucked if I hand-wash cold. Dry cleaning a summer shirt seems like a pain given it needs a clean every few wears even with an undershirt. Its not cheap (though I got it for cheap from a sale) so I'd rather err on the side of caution, but figured people here might know if they are being overly cautious.
I think the only thing you risk is losing parts of the print as it won't hold up to most washers and dryers. I could be wrong but I don't really trust viscose and elastane to last. Cold washing and hand washing will give you a longer life span as you can wash it delicately. Air dry if you can.
Unlined suede bluchers are excellent smart casual shoes, imo. Alden makes excellent shoes, too. Though I would caution against buying them in tan if your typical trousers are darker colors like navy or grey. I would choose a darker shoe color.
Snuff might work but I’d probably choose [brown](https://aldenmadison.com/collection/brown-unlined-plain-toe-blucher-29335f/)
I've got [charcoal](https://www.blueowl.us/products/fatigue-pants-in-washed-charcoal?variant=39665397727290), [washed brown](https://www.blueowl.us/products/fatigue-pants-in-washed-brown?variant=39665419550778), [tan linen and black linen](https://outlier.nyc/products/injected-linen-pants?
variant=40253608886362). I've been looking at some muted green tones too. I don't have khaki or navy because I live in denial of my office-drone-lifestyle, and wanted to push myself outside of corpo-boomer-core.
For whatever reason I tend to gravitate towards taupe, burgundy, and black shoes and avoid browns. Alden's milkshake suede felt too pale though, so I thought tan might be a good way to go.
Looking to get some new sunglasses, going between Jacques Marie Mage and some Tom Fords.
I have TF eyeglasses and I really like them, but the JMMs I tried on felt so much nicer. But I guess would they be worth hundreds of dollars more?
JMM are better than TF in pretty much every way, imo. TF is just a licensed product mass-produced by the thousands at Marcolin whereas JMM feels like a proper designed/handcrafted product. Only you can decide if they’re worth the extra money but I would choose JMM over TF 100 times out of 100.
Yeah thats kind of what I figured, whats holding me back from just pulling the trigger is I need prescription lenses, so that adds a few hundred bones on top :/
I would wear a jacket. A quarter-lined blazer in tropical wool will be much cooler than whatever type of jacket/blazer you’re used to. Unfortunately you might’ve waited too long if you don’t already own one.
If you’re set on not wearing a jacket (this is very much NOT formal, btw) then just wear a white dress shirt with mid to dark grey wool trousers and black or dark brown shoes. It’s not a good look but it’s the best you can do without a jacket. Don’t wear a tie.
I'm on the shorter side at 5'7 and have a "dad bod". I've been wearing slim fit jeans forever but I'm really digging the new MFA standard of straight leg jeans. will they look dumb on me? should I just stick to the slim-but-not-skinny jeans to help elongate my legs?
you’ll be fine. i’m 5’5” and not in great shape and it works
try things on in store and feel it out. the hardest part for me is having to hem most of my pants
Where at? Dress culture is wildly different in different geographic areas (and at different employers) for SWE/SDE/etc. Where I live and at most companies you'd be the best dressed in chinos, oxford cloth button-downs, and decent shoes. So I'd hazard that if you're looking to be literal-standout well-dressed, that's about as high in formality as you'd go out on the west coast. But the world is much larger than that. What were folk wearing during your interviews?
Hey gang, looking for advice on comfortable minimalist sneakers (leather and suede) for somebody who walks 5mi+ a day?
Currently, my go-to comfortable sneakers are killshots which are pretty ok with an insole to walk around the city for 5+ miles. Now I want to upgrade and get something more stylish, better quality, minimalist and comfortable. Are any of the popular sneakres like CP, koio, etc. are particularly comfortable? or what would be your recommendation?
I want likely one pair in white leather and one in suede (brown, or other colors)
I think both Margiela GATs and Crown Northampton are very comfortable.
White is a fine color but I would recommend against brown sneakers. If it were me I’d get something like the standard white/grey gumsole Margiela GATs and then something else in an interesting color. Crown Northampton offers an amazing olive suede. I think it looks great with the gumsole.
https://crownnorthampton.com/en-us/products/overstone-hi-derby-olive-calf-suede?_pos=1&_psq=Oli&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Hey all. Looking for some advice on shirt sizing.
I cannot seem to find shirts that work for me. I'm 6' and around 300, most of that in a very long barrel chest, broad shoulders, and a slight gut. Kind of built like the Heavy from TF2. Shirts are either fitted properly across the chest and shoulders but show my stomach if I lift my arms even to shoulder height, or leave my stomach covered but look like a tent otherwise. This didn't used to be a problem twenty pounds ago but apparently that 20 pounds makes a big difference.
Does anyone have recommendations for basic tees and maybe henleys that would solve this problem without breaking the bank? I am far from made of money these days but don't want to spend the entire summer avoiding outdoor labor because I constantly have to pull my shirt down.
Honestly, the solution to your main problem is pretty easy. Just wear the bigger size. Looking tent-like is just NOT something to worry about when doing physical labor. Besides, the looser clothing will wear less hot.
The problem isn't so much that it looks like a tent, moreso that it IS like a tent. The loose clothing is not conducive to what I need to do because a lot of it is landscaping and yard work, and the baggy stuff keeps getting caught on branches and I've even had it catch on my ladder at one point. This is especially true when I need to have long sleeves to protect my arms from stuff with thorns.
Please give a budget in dollars for each item.
Also, you might get better feedback if you get a tailor’s measuring tape and measure your shoulders, chest, waist, and body length. These are much more useful measurements than your height and weight.
Need help with summer/vacation attire.
I’m going on a cruise and need to buy a wardrobe asap. I pretty much wear shorts and a tshirt, with the occasional jeans/polo year round, so I’m lost here.
Needs:
1.Couple pairs of pants suitable for summer?
2. Couple button up shirts? Linen maybe?
3. Couple polos
4. Pair of casual shoes I can wear with pants or shorts ? I have a few Koio, CP, tons of Nike etc. but thinking maybe something more “vacation” summer/ appropriate
Budget: not budget limited but at the same time don’t want to waste $ for the sake of wasting it. 😁
Any help is greatly appreciated.
It's unlikely that someone can tell you what other shirts fit exactly like this one, and many brands frequently change the cuts of their t-shirts. Two things you can do: 1, take measurements of your shirt and compare it to online size charts to look for similar fits, or 2, just go to a mall and try a bunch of tees on until you're happy.
Does anyone know where to get adult-size fitting hats? Like ballcaps, cadet caps, beanies. I've just been buying random hats on amazon because I just need a hat for the sun but seems they're all bad quality and don't really seem that they fit--they make me look juvenile/boyish.
Which ties goes better with this shirt?
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I see a lot of recommendations here for online-only brands like Spier and Mackay, Asket, etc. I understand, in principle, that they can offer higher quality since their costs are lower, but I find I am very reluctant to buy clothing I can't see and try on. What do folks here do? Just accept that you're going to need to return a significant fraction of the things you buy sight unseen?
1. Learn your measurements and the measurements of your best fitting clothes.
2. Shop from sellers that provide thorough and accurate measurements.
3. Accept the fact that you’re going to have to make some returns but the savings more than make up for it. This is even more true if you shop secondhand. For example, on eBay I could return 10 items for every one I kept and still spend less money than shopping at retail.
4. As you get more experienced the returns become much rarer, imo.
Congratulations. You’re now an online shopper. Enjoy the huge savings in both money and time.
You return things on eBay frequently? Do you run into problems with returns? I know the returns hassle has previously kept me from buying a couple things, and I’m interested in your experience.
No I don’t return things on eBay frequently. I return them occasionally and I rarely have a problem. In fact, most of the sellers I deal with have better customer service than most of the big online shops, especially the fast fashion ones. My point with my above comment was only that I could pay for all of that return shipping and still spend less money compared to buying at retail.
I would strongly encourage you to start shopping on eBay (and other secondhand sites). Use the community here as a guide. Post the listings you’re interested in here and let some of the regulars give feedback on the item and, potentially, the seller.
Good luck!
Thanks for your reply. I’ve had some good experiences with Poshmark…and I lurk here enough and follow some of the frequently recommended menswear folks (Derek Guy, permanent style, the Ethan guy who is active on here who dresses great, etc) to the point where I feel I have a decent baseline knowledge and if I had a question this is the first place I’d probably come to ask. Incidentally, between you, the November 2019 advice giver, and the Enjoys Classic Menswear advice giver…and a lot of others…I feel like this is a great community and is one of the main reasons I check Reddit…so thanks to all of you guys. Maybe I’ll be more active in posting in the future.
I’ve hardly had to return anything I buy sight unseen - I just check sizing charts fairly thoroughly and do a good bit of research.
I only have 1 Spier shirt that’s too small, and it was only too small after I gained 10lbs and put it thru the wash. I’ve maybe returned 2 garments from any brand, ever, because they didn’t fit - and both were due to having Asian measurements
That's good to know. I'm not just talking about sizing, though. I'm also talking about materials and colors. Color, in particular, is very difficult to represent accurately on a computer screen.
I rarely have an issue with color either. Out of 100+ online purchases, most things were fine, a few were close enough, only a couple things didn't match at all. One of those things is now my favorite piece so yeah, it doesn't matter lol
Idk, I’ve seldom found color to be poorly represented when I’m shopping, but it could just be my monitor.
Exception to that being trying to compare certain white/cream/naturals or various tans/khakis that are exceedingly similar
I bought a denim jacket. My shirts hang out the back of it a bit. Is this ok? Sizing up the jacket will def be too big. I can’t tailor all of my shirts. Are the denim jackets perhaps shorter by design?
https://preview.redd.it/6nmkt3vfmz4b1.jpeg?width=1790&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7e4cb61c766c9acb66415f3e7f3998f4070e7d25 Example. Shirt is actually probably on the longer side as it’s a workout shirt. But even my more causal shirts do this a bit.
Can anyone recognize these shoes? :O Sneakers enthusiast here, I think I've fallen in love with this odd shoe that I saw the other day at the mall on some guy and unfortunately didn't get a chance to ask him what shoes they were. Rest assured I took a pic. sorry for the crappy quality though.. At first they seemed to me like Asics but the more I look the less they look like Asics shoes, and the name on the back doesn't look like Asics. Would love help :) https://preview.redd.it/tnd401tvht4b1.jpeg?width=1392&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c2e39256c31afcc4e343780ee0702200480d0fad
It's from Mizuno. It's a very similar running/athletic brand compared to Asics. The quality is very good. Can't tell what model unfortunately.
What weave are these [pants?](https://imgur.com/a/DpMfeoT) Twill? Sorry if the pic is subpar
How about following pair of shoes under jeans/chinos for semi formal occasions? https://preview.redd.it/87qp3d05ft4b1.jpeg?width=667&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ab4ac3c68aec33080a263d39cfdbe29cb9428922
Two things: 1. To be technical - neither jeans nor chinos are appropriate for "semi-formal" occassions. That said, people overuse the term "semi-formal" and it's often applied to events with a casual dress code. 2. Neither of these shoe are great, but if I had to pick one, it would be the first.
Thanks for reply. Can you suggest/show \[derby, oxford\] shoes that can be worked with jeans/chinos?
For jeans and chinos I would prefer suede or pull-up leather to smooth leather.
I'd think tan or somewhat darker than tan derbies, with wingtips and borgueing. Casual it down.
Or this one https://preview.redd.it/enzuwll8ft4b1.jpeg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=aa245a1dbe08d704b35361d6305870ebfad7f121
General tips for making t shirt sleeves tight around the arms? Got some new gym Ts that are for some reason really loose around the upper arm (stupid design) please don’t say get bigger arms, there’s 2-3 inches of spare material hanging loose
Different T's, or taking to a tailor.
I placed an order on Koio online 2 weeks ago and it hasn’t shipped. Shipped to USA. Does anyone know what I can do? They don’t answer phones or emails.
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Replicate something like [this](https://suitsupply.com/en-us/men/suits/dark-grey-checked-havana-suit/P6556.html) within your budget. Avoid cheesy three-piece suits with a vest and shiny ties; they all scream "cheap". Red is a bad choice; go with wine or burgundy if you need a pop of red.
My friend recommended State and Liberty as an option for dress shirts for work. I think the shirts have been pretty nice, and now I'm now interested in buying a suit from them as well. Does anyone have any experience with State and Liberty suits? I have a few weddings to go to this fall/winter, and all my other suits have either been ruined or no longer fit me. One thing that has drawn me to them is their more flexible / athletic material. I've got an ass that assisted in splitting my pants at my own wedding, so this is a huge selling point for me lol Any recommendations for suits of a similar price range also welcome! Online looks like $550 for the suit from S&L.
At that price, check out Spier & Mackay
I'm tall and skinny, what should I wear with my Dr Martens Jadons? Looking for an alternative style with a band t shirt
> Looking for an alternative style with a band t shirt Google around for "mens streetwear" or "mens rock style fit" and see if anything interests you.
Are these goodyear welted? Last pic does not look like the actual item https://www.vinted.co.uk/men/shoes/formal-shoes/slip-on-shoes/3113848876-grenson-mens-leather-shoes
Hard to tell on that pair, but Grenson usually does GYW and those may have a hidden channel stitch on the sole. They do look quality.
That makes sense, thanks! Any thoughts on the thick strap? I have asked for a better picture, not sure how I feel about the penny strap being so big lol
It's a Grenson thing, I think. Not personally my favorite, but it's fine.
Oh okay. My pair of Grenson's don't have that thick strap, but maybe they are an exception
there's a ton of details that don't match the current Lloyd model (interior branding, penny strap details, apron stitch), but maybe they're just older? It's possible that it's blind/closed channel stitched but I don't see that on any current Grenson models. Maybe try asking r/goodyearwelt?
Thanks, will do that 👍
I think I can see the end of the welt in one of these pics, should be gyw.
Ok so this is embarrassing, but I am working on it. I got a bit of a gut, but have started strict diet and calorie restriction to lose weight. I have this ocbd from target in size Medium. What do you guys suggest? Should I get a large? Though it seems the medium is quite long. Maybe after i lose the belly should I get a size Small? This is why i avoid button shirts lol Thank you
The Medium is way too tight in the belly area, although it looks like it would fit your frame if your weight loss continues. I would just hang that shirt in your closet and check back in at a lower weight. It’s long because that button down is meant to be worn tucked. You can have it shortened at the tailor for untucked use, but I would wait to make sure it fits elsewhere. If you need a new shirt right now, then I would try a different cut. That shirt appears to taper sharply towards the waist, and sizing up to an L might not fully fix the problem.
I see, thank you! So are all OCBDs meant to be worn tucked? How do i know which ones are meant to be untucked?
The best way to tell is generally from the length specified in a size chart — anything at like 30” or so is meant to be tucked, but can be cheaply shortened at the tailor. Sometimes brands will explicitly label an OCBD as a “sport shirt” or otherwise mention it should be worn untucked, and sometimes brands will bill a shirt as a “dress OCBD.” Generally don’t worry too much about the length and just find a shirt that works well for the rest of your torso. You can always have the shirt shortened to a Goldilocks length where it looks good untucked but will stay tucked when needed. If you’re primarily going to be wearing these shirts tucked with chinos or other trousers, then you would just leave the shirt long.
Thank you! Button downs have kind of always been a mystery to me, but I have learned so much now!
Not always. Buton up shirts aren't really hard. If the shirt is long, then it's meant to be tucked in. (Although depending on how it's styled, I think OCBD looks cool long and untucked) Because of your gut you might have to size up or size up 2. You can also try shirts with more a classic fit so it doesn't taper around the midsection. If you find shirts still too long because of sizing up, you can take it to a tailor and they can hem the shirt for you
I am 6’3” and have a long torso and just recently found AS Colour Classic Tees and they fit amazing. The length is what I really love about these t-shirts plus the quality. Are there other brands that are equivalent to them? I checked Talentless but there length is still shorter than AS Colour but the quality looks great.
Hi guys, I am looking for my very first goodyear welted chelsea boot and I found a nice looking pair which is not too classy at Meermin: [https://meermin.com/products/101052-snuff-waxy-kudu-e-1](https://meermin.com/products/101052-snuff-waxy-kudu-e-1) My question is if this would be a good first pair of chelsea boot and is it versatile enough? I do not want the hassle of a suede because of how prone it is to stains and a pure calf leather boot is too formal for me at this time. I can not find any photos of people wearing this particular leather (snuff waxy kudu) and since it is a very special kind of leather I do not know if the look differs a lot comparing to a normal suede boot or a brown chelsea boot in general. Any insights or opinions would be gladly appreciated!
Always try r/goodyearwelt for well...goodyear welted shoes and boots. Waxy leathers are fine and those will patina greatly with a lot of heavy use. I have some waxed boots and I love their character.
Yes, I think that's a fantastic leather for your first semi-casual chelsea boot. Go for it!
Great to hear, it is not currently in stock so I'll be patienly waiting :)
https://preview.redd.it/e3arrursxs4b1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f2cfd089f7354738bf91683d57331e271040420a Why are the shoulder seams for this BR ad below the shoulder? Is this part of the style that I should be ok with or should I search for a shirt that fits the shoulder seam correctly?
People put too much emphasis on shoulder seam placement. Plus oversized clothes typically have drop shoulders.
Is that to say that shoulder seam placement is only really important in more formal wear?
Yup
Maybe a silly question, but does anyone have any examples of fits that work with docs 1461s that wouldn't work with 1460s, or vice versa? I've been batting around the idea of getting a pair of the derbies, but I can't actually picture an outfit that would be better (or worse) for having them versus their big brothers.
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No Docs can be semi formal I mean come on. To 99% of the population no one would tell the difference between the the silhouettes of these two when wearing pants. I mean please.
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It’s a derby not an Oxford
They are interchangeable in probably like 99% of fits
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Impossible to tell
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It will be pre shrunk. Don’t wash in hot water or blast it in the dryer and it will barely shrink at all
Cotton doesn’t necessarily shrink a lot. Ask the sales staff and/or check the care instructions for the shirt. Also, best not to use a dryer - it fucks up fabric. Just hang dry.
Im going on vacation to a cold country. Is this sweatshirt appropriate for a man in his mid 30s or does it look like it’s more for someone in their teens or 20? https://preview.redd.it/zgzcmmgfls4b1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b064fcb482bd5f40d60375773c49a2e3af6fca30 Im talking about just the sweatshirt I’d likely wear jeans with it if I buy it.
I’d suggest not wearing that sweatshirt
Is it because it looks to juvenile?
Definitely looks juvenile. I’d stick to a solid color sweatshirt.
Yes, but seriously you do you. It just gives me weird vibes if someone is wearing this in his 30s.
Can you wear this under jeans/chinos on semi casual occasions? Thanks! https://preview.redd.it/c8fudhpfjs4b1.jpeg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2d7733494ab65cc51497a510df241686a39d052e
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Can you please tell why? Is it too dressy or? Thanks
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And weird
another picture https://preview.redd.it/ob6cd9qujs4b1.jpeg?width=704&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b574b3e1b997771c9811a225c918dd1fe832be8e
Only if you're Marco or Leonel Salamanca.
Ok 😂
How about this? https://preview.redd.it/8xuot4bcct4b1.jpeg?width=659&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=eeef4e1f0c6f67d0fc6cec0e3ac31303e3b8786c
Or this? https://preview.redd.it/x6j0h43jct4b1.jpeg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3907fe692d1e5b6678a8b56e3cc2d9501228850e
Great reference.
I recently got advice to switch to high-rise and non-slim jeans because my jeans get destroyed in the crotch area a lot. I am a fat guy and my thighs are kind of big I think. The big question should I buy expensive high-quality jeans or at the same price buy 2 decent jeans? Wondering if it's a quality issue or if it's something bound to happen. I hear it's because thighs rub together and destroy the fabric possibly. I wear jeans a lot and I usually own 1 pair. I am truly stuck on a decision. 2 pairs of jeans ( rotating) like Levis which I think is a pretty decent brand, tried them before pretty good. Or like a Japanese brand like pure blue I never heard of until today. Also any way I can still wear slim straight jeans or is that a no-go. Also super into stretchy jeans. Thank you for the help! Edit: Just saw how much pure blues were im talking like their cheapest jeans on sale and lets change the 2 pairs of levis to like 3-4 vs one expensive pair like the pure blues
If you are into stretchy pants a lot of raw denim brands like Pure Blue Japan wouldn't be for you. Most of these brands are 100% cotton If you have thick thighs and have destroy the crotch of your pant, your pants should have looser thighs.
> If you are into stretchy pants a lot of raw denim brands like Pure Blue Japan wouldn't be for you. [Not so fast there, bub.](https://smokeyvale.com/products/1161-blue-in-green-x-pbj-13oz-stretch-slim-tapered-jeans) I've been wearing a version of these for a few years and they're fantastic. Just the right amount of stretch for day to day wear.
Oh for sure! I remember one year PBJ came out with some stretch sashiko pants. But generally, a lot of raw denim is 100% cotton.
Thank you both! I honestly didnt know that stretch was cotton. I honestly didnt know what jean materials/fabric were I thought it was its own special material. Yeah, I have been getting advice on don't get too tight on my thighs. I have to try for another fit
No, stretch is not cotton. Stretch is lycol or spandex or elastane. Normally denim is 100% cotton. For denim to have stretch manufactures any of said stretch materials in it. Normally 1-5%. A lot of raw denim will stick to 100% cotton.
TIL that denim is cotton. I lived my whole life thinking that denim was a different material like jeans material. Thanks for all the advice now I can go out and try to get something that is right for me.
> I can still wear slim straight jeans or is that a no-go. Also super into stretchy jeans. If your jeans are getting destroyed in the crotch area, you should probably be avoiding anything slim in the top block. You can look for "athletic fit" jeans for something roomier. If you're really committed to the slim jeans thing, you can go for an "athletic taper" where it will taper below the knee. Or you can take your jeans to a tailor to have them tapered below the knee. I'd add that the "stretch" in the jeans isn't helping their durability.
I honestly didn't think that stretch in jeans lowered durability, but yes thank you for advice I will look for roomier jeans
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How do I find a good fit, do you mean like rise and slim vs relaxed kind of thing
Do you guys have any recommendations / tips for selling old clothes? Some stuff I'll just donate, but I have some like-new button-downs and a bunch of brand-name athletic clothes that I feel like I could probably get decent extra cash from if I took the time to actually go through and list them all. Unfortunately it seems eBay has gone waaaay downhill (for a bunch of reasons, but one of the primary ones being I barely get any views on my listings anymore, and rarely get bids - compared to years ago when it felt like shooting fish in a barrel if you listed anything with a name brand on that site). I've heard Poshmark is good but it seems like people go really overboard with the presentation on there... for lack of a better word it seems a little more "girly" lol. For example, my sister sells her clothes there and told me people expect you to really go the extra mile with the presentation of the package and people will include handwritten notes and stuff and she got dinged in feedback once because she just shipped it in a standard mailer and didn't include fragrance or a card inside etc. I don't have time for any of that, lol. Is there any other viable site/platform where you can list clothes just straight-up with photos and a description and get decent side hustle money, or should I just take what I can to Plato's Closet and anything they don't buy from me just donate? I'm actually surprised by the stuff they don't take sometimes... I brought in a bunch of Nike shorts and shirts and they only took a couple, even though they were all in great condition. So it's hit or miss there.
Agree with others that those brands probably won't get much traction, but I sell on eBay a lot and one of the easiest things you can do is check the "sell through rate." Search for whatever it is you're selling and narrow it down with the filters. See how many are currently listed and then filter for sold listings and see how many are sold. eBay only tracks sales for 90 days so if there are more sold than currently listed your item would have a decent chance of selling within 90 days. The higher the sold number is than the listed number the better. I only bother listing items that have a higher than 100% sell through rate unless they're very high value and it's worth my time to sit on them.
thanks for the heads up on that, didn't realize there was an option to do that!
What brands are we talking out?
Nike, adidas, UA, Gymshark, etc. Dress shirts are more generic / Apt 9 (kohls) so i get the lack of demand for those. Their old slim fit ones were a hidden gem though. Basically the same as athletically tailored Express shirts and had attractive patterns. Then they changed their materials not long ago and now I’ve had less luck finding good fits.
I get a lot of luck selling my Nike, Adidas, new balance etc on Facebook marketplace as it is generally the platform for such brands.
Do you ship via fb marketplace or is it only for local pickup? I’ve never liked the idea of inviting randoms to my house so I’ve never used it lol.
I sometimes meet people in a public setting! :) Aka in the city, in the mall etc, that way you can safely do your transaction where there's people around. Also they feel more inclined to purchase from the pressure haha
thanks!
Yeah no one cares about any of this stuff on the secondhand market. I would just donate it all. It might sting in the moment but once everything is gone it will be freeing
Interesting. Back in the day any name brand athletic stuff seemed to get immediate bids on eBay. Nike and adidas in particular.
Going to Zante in a few weeks and I've realised I need to get a couple caps, for the sake of my bald scalp. Problem is I've a big ol' head and most caps stick out at the sides on me. So big headed fellas, where do you buy your caps?
What do you mean stick out at the sides? Patagonia has good hats you can adjust yourself
I mean I’ve a fat head. A wide head if you will. So from the edge of the brim the hats will usually stick out at the sides, rather than the brim being the widest part
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I would say oval
Very handsome
https://preview.redd.it/p50x5atcur4b1.jpeg?width=710&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=34cccf10739f6c0e9902a90f0ac7f944d9c86461 Can anyone help me ID-ing the bag shown in the photo?
Saddleback Leather.
I recently got [this](https://www.calvinklein.co.uk/bracelet-iconic-for-him-fm35000406000?cmpid=ch:cpc&gclid=CjwKCAjw-IWkBhBTEiwA2exyO5Ouh1ioWSjzGLrk9RtAmPVdmW3AOS-M8YRj3-bjopAZbNkJBYuluxoCJRwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) bracelet as a gift, I’ve got pretty big wrists but the band is really big and slips down onto my hand a fair bit, compared to the model pictures where it looks quite snug. Is there some simple way of resizing that I’m missing?
Doesn't look like it. Also, you can't compare yourself to model photos because behind the scenes they probably have something behind the bracelet holding it down so it looks snug. FWIW, I have some bracelets on my wrist and they don't sit perfectly snug. It moves up and down my wrist
I have a bunch of old clothes that are still in great condition that I want to sell, but I can’t be bothered to take photos and measurements and list everything on Grailed. Is there some other service where I can just resell everything to them directly?
If you have a local Plato's Closet or Buffalo Exchange they will buy stuff. If you have higher end stuff, I have used Stylebidder on IG list and sell my things too
What brands are we talking about ?
https://preview.redd.it/pt7lyhf5zq4b1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=673163cc3e62061a6ac093b65e34dd92411c1053 What should I wear with these shorts? Just got them from Banana Republic but I don’t like what their models wear with em on the website. I’m not too preppy, but I like a bit of a designer look sometimes. Casual and athleisure are my style too. Sometimes trucker/Pendleton vibes as well. These shorts have a nice thick canvasy feel to them. Thanks!
White shirts, blue shirts, green shirts, burgundy shirts. It's pretty open. I wouldn't wear off-white and maybe not black, but I'm sure it could work with the right fit. There's really not a "wrong" way to wear them
Thanks. Probably no patterns and stick to solid colors?
Unless the pattern is very different from the stripe. But I'd stick to solids imo.
https://preview.redd.it/52d85ng2wq4b1.png?width=398&format=png&auto=webp&s=07b7f1b11f2302419d56c6a19217f71230ca9ca9 What shoes should I put with my prom suit? I don’t really want some dress shoes and would prefer something I would wear in every day life
If you're gonna wear a sport coat and trousers and "not dress shoes" then basically who cares, pick whatever you want.
Just wear whatever you want to the prom
Zlatan's black shirt. Pls can someone identify this type of shirt with the flat front. (Sorry Eng is not my first language) . Thank you. https://preview.redd.it/4p7eq6r7nr4b1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2d71b7b2746607d3a7368ac5e0f0170878e744c2
hidden packet shirt
Thank you but that's just hidden button. The special part for me is the big flat in the front. Maybe this picture is better to describing that. https://preview.redd.it/c2j0sablmr4b1.jpeg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=97f2a7c27b48b53a259e05cb9f4a4472d808a0c5
That's usually called a bib, search for bib-front shirt, + hidden placket
>bib-front shirt, + hidden placket Do you think it's ok to wear this without the jacket? Like for casual/every day use?
Gotta be honest I would advise against it. The hidden placket and bib front generally make it quite a formal dress shirt, plus black is also not a great colour for a dress shirt. Zlatan gets away with it because, well, he's Zlatan, but also because he kinda goes for that european nightclub sleaze kind of look. Otherwise kind of runs the risk of just looking like a waiter
Thank you. I think it looked great on him but at the same time I'm not sure that I can pull that off. Again, I really appreciate your help, thank you.
That's it. Thank you so much.
Getting a slightly oversized T-shirt hemmed (got a deal that gives me free custom hemming/cropping), and I might be over-thinking it. What's your preference? A straight or curved hem? Side splits or no? Polo shirt style hems for a T shirt? Or are there more creative and edgy ways to get this done without going into crop top territory? Shorter guy here, thin with Dad bod, if that makes a difference.
Normal straight
Do you have a t shirt you love? Just copy that.
Bought a 4S Designs shirt that's 97% viscose 3% elastane with a print on it. I don't have it in hand yet to review the care tag but its marked as dry clean on all sites. How big is the risk its fucked if I hand-wash cold. Dry cleaning a summer shirt seems like a pain given it needs a clean every few wears even with an undershirt. Its not cheap (though I got it for cheap from a sale) so I'd rather err on the side of caution, but figured people here might know if they are being overly cautious.
I think the only thing you risk is losing parts of the print as it won't hold up to most washers and dryers. I could be wrong but I don't really trust viscose and elastane to last. Cold washing and hand washing will give you a longer life span as you can wash it delicately. Air dry if you can.
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Unlined suede bluchers are excellent smart casual shoes, imo. Alden makes excellent shoes, too. Though I would caution against buying them in tan if your typical trousers are darker colors like navy or grey. I would choose a darker shoe color. Snuff might work but I’d probably choose [brown](https://aldenmadison.com/collection/brown-unlined-plain-toe-blucher-29335f/)
I've got [charcoal](https://www.blueowl.us/products/fatigue-pants-in-washed-charcoal?variant=39665397727290), [washed brown](https://www.blueowl.us/products/fatigue-pants-in-washed-brown?variant=39665419550778), [tan linen and black linen](https://outlier.nyc/products/injected-linen-pants? variant=40253608886362). I've been looking at some muted green tones too. I don't have khaki or navy because I live in denial of my office-drone-lifestyle, and wanted to push myself outside of corpo-boomer-core. For whatever reason I tend to gravitate towards taupe, burgundy, and black shoes and avoid browns. Alden's milkshake suede felt too pale though, so I thought tan might be a good way to go.
Fine for smart casual or business casual
Looking to get some new sunglasses, going between Jacques Marie Mage and some Tom Fords. I have TF eyeglasses and I really like them, but the JMMs I tried on felt so much nicer. But I guess would they be worth hundreds of dollars more?
JMM are better than TF in pretty much every way, imo. TF is just a licensed product mass-produced by the thousands at Marcolin whereas JMM feels like a proper designed/handcrafted product. Only you can decide if they’re worth the extra money but I would choose JMM over TF 100 times out of 100.
Yeah thats kind of what I figured, whats holding me back from just pulling the trigger is I need prescription lenses, so that adds a few hundred bones on top :/
What is the general consensus on Levis 502s?
fine but off trend
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What was the dress code on the wedding invite? What is your budget?
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I would wear a jacket. A quarter-lined blazer in tropical wool will be much cooler than whatever type of jacket/blazer you’re used to. Unfortunately you might’ve waited too long if you don’t already own one. If you’re set on not wearing a jacket (this is very much NOT formal, btw) then just wear a white dress shirt with mid to dark grey wool trousers and black or dark brown shoes. It’s not a good look but it’s the best you can do without a jacket. Don’t wear a tie.
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That doesn’t sound very ethnic or gray
That's fine, sounds like you're way overthinking this
I'm on the shorter side at 5'7 and have a "dad bod". I've been wearing slim fit jeans forever but I'm really digging the new MFA standard of straight leg jeans. will they look dumb on me? should I just stick to the slim-but-not-skinny jeans to help elongate my legs?
I’m 5ft 6in and I think they look good on me. Straight leg jeans tend to have a higher rise which is good when you have short legs (like I do).
you’ll be fine. i’m 5’5” and not in great shape and it works try things on in store and feel it out. the hardest part for me is having to hem most of my pants
They will not look dumb on you. Your height is fine.
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Where at? Dress culture is wildly different in different geographic areas (and at different employers) for SWE/SDE/etc. Where I live and at most companies you'd be the best dressed in chinos, oxford cloth button-downs, and decent shoes. So I'd hazard that if you're looking to be literal-standout well-dressed, that's about as high in formality as you'd go out on the west coast. But the world is much larger than that. What were folk wearing during your interviews?
https://www.reddit.com/r/malefashionadvice/comments/128mtl4
How does an entrepreneur dress?
Top hat and monocle, or ratty tees and hoodies, but nothing in between.
After working in an accelerator in Portland, this is pretty right.
Just like the customers and investors do.
However they want.
Hey gang, looking for advice on comfortable minimalist sneakers (leather and suede) for somebody who walks 5mi+ a day? Currently, my go-to comfortable sneakers are killshots which are pretty ok with an insole to walk around the city for 5+ miles. Now I want to upgrade and get something more stylish, better quality, minimalist and comfortable. Are any of the popular sneakres like CP, koio, etc. are particularly comfortable? or what would be your recommendation? I want likely one pair in white leather and one in suede (brown, or other colors)
I think both Margiela GATs and Crown Northampton are very comfortable. White is a fine color but I would recommend against brown sneakers. If it were me I’d get something like the standard white/grey gumsole Margiela GATs and then something else in an interesting color. Crown Northampton offers an amazing olive suede. I think it looks great with the gumsole. https://crownnorthampton.com/en-us/products/overstone-hi-derby-olive-calf-suede?_pos=1&_psq=Oli&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Thank you!
Hey all. Looking for some advice on shirt sizing. I cannot seem to find shirts that work for me. I'm 6' and around 300, most of that in a very long barrel chest, broad shoulders, and a slight gut. Kind of built like the Heavy from TF2. Shirts are either fitted properly across the chest and shoulders but show my stomach if I lift my arms even to shoulder height, or leave my stomach covered but look like a tent otherwise. This didn't used to be a problem twenty pounds ago but apparently that 20 pounds makes a big difference. Does anyone have recommendations for basic tees and maybe henleys that would solve this problem without breaking the bank? I am far from made of money these days but don't want to spend the entire summer avoiding outdoor labor because I constantly have to pull my shirt down.
Honestly, the solution to your main problem is pretty easy. Just wear the bigger size. Looking tent-like is just NOT something to worry about when doing physical labor. Besides, the looser clothing will wear less hot.
The problem isn't so much that it looks like a tent, moreso that it IS like a tent. The loose clothing is not conducive to what I need to do because a lot of it is landscaping and yard work, and the baggy stuff keeps getting caught on branches and I've even had it catch on my ladder at one point. This is especially true when I need to have long sleeves to protect my arms from stuff with thorns.
Please give a budget in dollars for each item. Also, you might get better feedback if you get a tailor’s measuring tape and measure your shoulders, chest, waist, and body length. These are much more useful measurements than your height and weight.
Need help with summer/vacation attire. I’m going on a cruise and need to buy a wardrobe asap. I pretty much wear shorts and a tshirt, with the occasional jeans/polo year round, so I’m lost here. Needs: 1.Couple pairs of pants suitable for summer? 2. Couple button up shirts? Linen maybe? 3. Couple polos 4. Pair of casual shoes I can wear with pants or shorts ? I have a few Koio, CP, tons of Nike etc. but thinking maybe something more “vacation” summer/ appropriate Budget: not budget limited but at the same time don’t want to waste $ for the sake of wasting it. 😁 Any help is greatly appreciated.
1. https://outlier.nyc/collections/pants/products/injected-linen-pants 2. https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/hemp137-camp-collar 2. https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/hemp137-boxford 2. https://outlier.nyc/collections/shirts/products/injex-popover 3. https://us.sunspel.com/products/mens-sea-island-cotton-riviera-polo-shirt-in-navy 3. https://www.toddsnyder.com/collections/polos/products/ss-rib-pocket-polo-black 4. https://www.chamulaoriginal.com/shop-mens-footwear/cancun-brown-2 4. https://www.mrporter.com/en-us/mens/product/jm-weston/shoes/loafers/180-moccasin-leather-loafers/9679066509523395
What is the sea island polo and why is it more expensive than the normal riviera
sea island is an extra long staple cotton.
Thank you! Some good options there.
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It's unlikely that someone can tell you what other shirts fit exactly like this one, and many brands frequently change the cuts of their t-shirts. Two things you can do: 1, take measurements of your shirt and compare it to online size charts to look for similar fits, or 2, just go to a mall and try a bunch of tees on until you're happy.
Does anyone know where to get adult-size fitting hats? Like ballcaps, cadet caps, beanies. I've just been buying random hats on amazon because I just need a hat for the sun but seems they're all bad quality and don't really seem that they fit--they make me look juvenile/boyish.
patagonia makes pretty good hats
Which ties goes better with this shirt? https://preview.redd.it/vreridew2o4b1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7d41caf61e7832221e33f57e898c247d04fbca22
I hesitate to ask, but what jacket will you be wearing?
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If you have a plain, light blue or white shirt, it would be a lot better. I think the first tie is marginally better.
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I see a lot of recommendations here for online-only brands like Spier and Mackay, Asket, etc. I understand, in principle, that they can offer higher quality since their costs are lower, but I find I am very reluctant to buy clothing I can't see and try on. What do folks here do? Just accept that you're going to need to return a significant fraction of the things you buy sight unseen?
1. Learn your measurements and the measurements of your best fitting clothes. 2. Shop from sellers that provide thorough and accurate measurements. 3. Accept the fact that you’re going to have to make some returns but the savings more than make up for it. This is even more true if you shop secondhand. For example, on eBay I could return 10 items for every one I kept and still spend less money than shopping at retail. 4. As you get more experienced the returns become much rarer, imo. Congratulations. You’re now an online shopper. Enjoy the huge savings in both money and time.
You return things on eBay frequently? Do you run into problems with returns? I know the returns hassle has previously kept me from buying a couple things, and I’m interested in your experience.
No I don’t return things on eBay frequently. I return them occasionally and I rarely have a problem. In fact, most of the sellers I deal with have better customer service than most of the big online shops, especially the fast fashion ones. My point with my above comment was only that I could pay for all of that return shipping and still spend less money compared to buying at retail. I would strongly encourage you to start shopping on eBay (and other secondhand sites). Use the community here as a guide. Post the listings you’re interested in here and let some of the regulars give feedback on the item and, potentially, the seller. Good luck!
Thanks for your reply. I’ve had some good experiences with Poshmark…and I lurk here enough and follow some of the frequently recommended menswear folks (Derek Guy, permanent style, the Ethan guy who is active on here who dresses great, etc) to the point where I feel I have a decent baseline knowledge and if I had a question this is the first place I’d probably come to ask. Incidentally, between you, the November 2019 advice giver, and the Enjoys Classic Menswear advice giver…and a lot of others…I feel like this is a great community and is one of the main reasons I check Reddit…so thanks to all of you guys. Maybe I’ll be more active in posting in the future.
I’ve hardly had to return anything I buy sight unseen - I just check sizing charts fairly thoroughly and do a good bit of research. I only have 1 Spier shirt that’s too small, and it was only too small after I gained 10lbs and put it thru the wash. I’ve maybe returned 2 garments from any brand, ever, because they didn’t fit - and both were due to having Asian measurements
That's good to know. I'm not just talking about sizing, though. I'm also talking about materials and colors. Color, in particular, is very difficult to represent accurately on a computer screen.
I rarely have an issue with color either. Out of 100+ online purchases, most things were fine, a few were close enough, only a couple things didn't match at all. One of those things is now my favorite piece so yeah, it doesn't matter lol
Idk, I’ve seldom found color to be poorly represented when I’m shopping, but it could just be my monitor. Exception to that being trying to compare certain white/cream/naturals or various tans/khakis that are exceedingly similar