I was actually pretty close to that about 2 months ago. Up to 6'3 172 now.
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Manshion (Menswear and Mens Fashion) Thread |OT| Fashion Fades; Style is Eternal
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Haha. I have a Korean friend. He eats 3 - 4 cinnabons a week on his way to work( 1100 calories, 86g sugar, 450g fat etc..) and never exercise. Has not gained 1lbs since i've known him. Goddamn magic.
luckyboyceo
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I'm cool with that as long as Mac doesn't draw my name and send me some weird dungeon prop instead.
hey any advice for buying shoes? pants have thus far been an expensive education lol but shoes are more expensive and i'd rather not waste too much money making mistakes with my purchases.
i'm looking for dress oxfords that i can wear casually with chinos and cords.
something like this:
which i tracked down to a pair of Salvatore Ferragamo 'Faraone' Cap Toe Oxfords
they seem like they can be worn casually. those oxfords were $600 though and are out of stock. but those are the type i'd be looking for (unless advised against) but i've never really made an effort to learn about shoes so i'm not sure what to be aware of, fit, quality, maintenance wise, etc. would really appreciate any help anyone can toss my way
i'm looking for dress oxfords that i can wear casually with chinos and cords.
something like this:
which i tracked down to a pair of Salvatore Ferragamo 'Faraone' Cap Toe Oxfords
they seem like they can be worn casually. those oxfords were $600 though and are out of stock. but those are the type i'd be looking for (unless advised against) but i've never really made an effort to learn about shoes so i'm not sure what to be aware of, fit, quality, maintenance wise, etc. would really appreciate any help anyone can toss my way
freenudemacusers
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Cap toes aren't casual IMO. Stick to plain toe derbies or brogues, whichever suits your taste more.
luckyboyceo
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Man, I'd kill for some fades like these. I need to start wearing my Indigos more often.
Before/After (I believe the jeans are Naked & Famous Weird Guys):
Before/After (I believe the jeans are Naked & Famous Weird Guys):
Bam Bam Baklava
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What happens if your dick is so big it causes a fade in your jeans?
I call those my 'going out' pair
Cosmic Bus
pristine morning snow
taboo manshion confession: I really don't like fades.
luckyboyceo
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I love me some dick fades.
HappyBivouac
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Yeah, I might buy raw denim occasionally because the jeans tend be be really nice, but honestly "sick fades" are an overhyped gimmick that nobody but you and maybe your denim aficionado buddies are ever going to notice. I mean if you get personal satisfaction from the way your jeans fade then that's awesome, don't get me wrong. I just don't think it means all that much outwardly.
Going to be looking for my first pair of chino pants, anything I should look out for or take into account in particular (fit, what separates good from bad quality, etc.) in terms of finding the right pair? If such a clear distinction exists beyond mere brand preference, that is.
Bam Bam Baklava
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It's kind of cool because you get two different phases. In the beginning you got this cool looking dark indigo and then in the end you get these faded out light blues. Seems kind of fun if you ask me.
I agree. I find it annoying.
Johnlenham
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Couple of those pocket t's from asos turned up at the weekend, they fit really well for a £7 t shirt, Im not sure what the neck line of them is called (O line maybe?) but they are so much better than V necks or the regular kind.
Those would be excellent fades
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
I need a new front pocket wallet.
Front-pocket wallets are one area where I go for practicality over anything else. I want the smallest wallet I can get. I'm a fan of the Big Skinny compact sports wallet:
http://www.bigskinny.net/sport-wallet-chocolate-brown.html
I originally got it for travel. But lately, I've actually made it my everyday work wallet. It's kind of great.
kevo_huevo
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i really like jack spade for my accessories; my last couple of wallets and my bag for the office have all been bought on sale at great prices. you can usually find their stuff at like nordstrom if you prefer not to order online.
Can anyone ID what boots Bradley Cooper is wearing here? (Not much to go on, I know...)
They look a little like Wolverine 1000 Miles, but maybe not quite. The eyelet setup and color are about right. But the soles look pretty dark (could be well-worn), and the stitching doesn't stand out as much (though polish could account for that). Whatever the case, they look great.
They look a little like Wolverine 1000 Miles, but maybe not quite. The eyelet setup and color are about right. But the soles look pretty dark (could be well-worn), and the stitching doesn't stand out as much (though polish could account for that). Whatever the case, they look great.
Oh, that is pretty close. I didn't even think about them having a cap toe, but it's pretty subtle, so I wouldn't be surprised if you're right. Another angle:
The soles definitely match, as do the eyelets. And I'd wager there's polish on the upper stitching. Yeah, I bet you're right. Thanks!
Thanks. I'll give it a shot!
I have a Jack Spade card holder too (flannel, found at TJ for $20). I'd never pay full price for it but if you can find one on sale then go for it.
Frustrated_me
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some accessories...
Auron_Kale
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Blah... My Oakley Servos are driving me up the wall in regards to my right hinge, and I've had them fixed three times (going to my optometrist during lunch to fix them again...).
Time to consider a new pair of frames and I think I'll just have the lenses replaced by through my insurance.
Warby's are on my radar, but I'll be keeping an open mind for other things.
Time to consider a new pair of frames and I think I'll just have the lenses replaced by through my insurance.
Warby's are on my radar, but I'll be keeping an open mind for other things.
Ken Masters
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What does fashion-GAF think of Alexander Wang? I don't think I've ever seen his name come up in this thread, personally I'm a huge...but only of select things.
Bam Bam Baklava
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N&F Spring/Summer has everything anyone could want.
Some of you guys should go for the more special releases. I wanna see the thermal dye, rainbow fade, etc. Also, gonna be a new Super Skinny Guy fit for all you skeletal fit lovers.
Some of you guys should go for the more special releases. I wanna see the thermal dye, rainbow fade, etc. Also, gonna be a new Super Skinny Guy fit for all you skeletal fit lovers.
Except a good UK distributor
Bam Bam Baklava
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It's worth importing.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
I don't know which fit I'd be (not skinny). Nor the pricing on N&F. Heard good things though.
Bam Bam Baklava
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Most likely Weird Guy fit. The cheapest go for 135, the most expensive are somewhere in the 200s.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Hmm, I'd have to order a pair and try them out. My thighs will be the kicker. Question is, how do I stray from my safe zone of dark blue/light blue jeans without getting too crazy? And then what do I wear with it.
Reneledarker
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Bam Bam Baklava
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If I were you I would get the thermal dye and just wear some basic color with it. Go all the way.
I mean think about it. Your jeans are gonna change color as it gets warmer throughout the day. Who else has shit like that?
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Ha. I want to see them in action. What color do they change to? Also, does it change quicker in the crotch?
I do like the SUVIN ELS selvedge and Vintage Dungaree Denim though.
Bam Bam Baklava
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They didn't say. which is odd. Looks like it's naturally a light blue so maybe darker? Also, it changes evenly so no "hot spots" although it would be a good way to draw attention to those dick fades we were talking about.
Could be like this if it has some set pattern. Or it could just be tie dye random
Auron_Kale
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WeirdGuy for some reason fits me oddly (probably due to my big thighs I guess) but SlimGuy seems to work best.
I do love the camo for some reason and saw a pair of camo Dockers that I'd really like as well.
Still, I'll try my luck at Barneys and hopefully find a pair that I like... the Chambray Selvedge as well as the Red/Blue Weft ones look good.
I do love the camo for some reason and saw a pair of camo Dockers that I'd really like as well.
Still, I'll try my luck at Barneys and hopefully find a pair that I like... the Chambray Selvedge as well as the Red/Blue Weft ones look good.
luckyboyceo
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Oh my god. That photo makes my head explode. Hopefully my tax return can get here in time so that maybe I can pick up one or two of those.N&F Spring/Summer has everything anyone could want.
Some of you guys should go for the more special releases. I wanna see the thermal dye, rainbow fade, etc. Also, gonna be a new Super Skinny Guy fit for all you skeletal fit lovers.
I'd be really interested in the Thermals and would possibly consider picking them up. Outside of that, the Blue Weft and Forest Green Selvedge are my favorite. Can't wait to see how those Rainbow Fades turn out.
Bam Bam Baklava
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If you guys live in hot summer places try going for the lower oz denim. Unless you don't wanna have kids anymore.
peteykirch
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It might not be everyones cup of tea, but had my M&N order finally come in. I'd never pay full price for the majority of their products, but I couldn't pass up their winter sale. Plus my Clarks came in from Amazon today as well.
probably white.
freenudemacusers
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I support your logo'd apparel
Depending on what comes in to my store, I might cop a couple of these. I know I want the Royalcast, but I feel like I need to try the rainbow fade.
Anyways here's what I wore today (boyfriend jean edition):
I also picked up some classic Unbleached White Chuck Taylors
freenudemacusers
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Looks good
Re: Alexander wang, I think he does a pretty good job of distilling some of the more out there aesthetics/trends into something more generally palatable. I mean, obviously, he's raking in the $. Kind of like a more streetwear oriented marc Jacobs.
Curious to see where he goes with balenciaga, maybe he's tempered his design for commercial success at his own label, and will go wild at his new job. Who knows.
Re: Alexander wang, I think he does a pretty good job of distilling some of the more out there aesthetics/trends into something more generally palatable. I mean, obviously, he's raking in the $. Kind of like a more streetwear oriented marc Jacobs.
Curious to see where he goes with balenciaga, maybe he's tempered his design for commercial success at his own label, and will go wild at his new job. Who knows.
luckyboyceo
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Zeke's those jeans look good. I would've never guessed they were women's had you not told me beforehand.
Not sure why you decided to wear them into a sauna but I guess that's another story.
Nice pick ups.
Not sure why you decided to wear them into a sauna but I guess that's another story.
Another Seattle guy in this thread? That's awesome there's like 6 of us now.
Nice pick ups.
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