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[Deeku]

err black suit is like the safest/most conservative thing you can wear in a corporate/business environment. just don't go black tie.

also what giga said.

 

[Dance Inferno]

I wouldn't buy a black suit unless you plan on attending lots of funerals in the near future. Black is not good for business.

Eh? Where is this coming from? I work in finance and wear black all the time. Everyone around me wears black suits.

 

[freenudemacusers]

this black suit stuff is one of those things that will depend on where you live and where you work. in some circles, wearing a black suit is sartorial treason.

I would say though, if you are wearing black, get something outside of plain worsted wool if possible. A little texture offsets the loss of color depth IMO.

 

[Deleted member 10571]

picked up some shoes this month thanks to this thread


April haul about $135 for 4 pairs

May one ask where you can buy such shoes that don't look like shit for that price?

Edit: Just checked JCPenneys shipping costs + duty. LOL.

 

[Anastasia]

... but I think for a first suit, black would be a bad option. Grey and navy work better with just about every color outside of the greyscale.

This is what I think as well. Something in either charcoal or navy. A black suit can be added later on.

Planning on looking good tonight when I go out for my birthday. Turning 27 on the 27th means...something right?

Happy Birthday!

We have the same birthday

Spoiler

I turned 23 today

 

[RatskyWatsky]

What is the consensus on Toms shoes? I was thinking about picking up a pair of slip on shoes for the summer, but I don't want to waste my money if they're crap. How is the quality? Are they comfy?

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

They suck.

 

[Deadly Cyclone]

Happy Birthday!

We have the same birthday

Spoiler

I turned 23 today

Happy bday to you as well!

 

[adamsappel]

What is the consensus on Toms shoes? I was thinking about picking up a pair of slip on shoes for the summer, but I don't want to waste my money if they're crap. How is the quality? Are they comfy?

They fit terribly. The sizing is very weird, also.

Try Sanuks instead.

 

[entremet]

What is the consensus on Toms shoes? I was thinking about picking up a pair of slip on shoes for the summer, but I don't want to waste my money if they're crap. How is the quality? Are they comfy?

Can't stand that obnoxious branding on the back of the heel. Get that shit outta of here.

 

[robox]

i'm more weirded out by their signature folding on the front. looks cheap to me

why are they so popular?

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

Casual shoes are difficult. The only good ones are the $300+ ones.

 

[luckyboyceo]

RE: Black suits. I hope we're distinguishing the difference between navy and black suits. I'm talking jet black suits, not dark navy that could possibly (and often is) be mistaken for black.

+1 black suit, especially if you can only afford one right now.

Black tie events, formal occasions, weddings, funerals, interviews -- it works for them all. If you think it's too formal, just wear a colored shirt and and a non-black tie.

I wore a black suit to all my interviews post-graduation. After I was hired, the recruiters complimented me on my attire and said too many mid-20 somethings don't suit up.

I think black can look pretty harsh up against colored shirts, hence my point that charcoal and navy work better with just about every color outside of the grey scale. I agree that black suits have many situations in which you can wear them, a lot of which you listed, I just don't think it's the best option for a business setting (or a wedding for that matter, but that's another story).

err black suit is like the safest/most conservative thing you can wear in a corporate/business environment. just don't go black tie.

also what giga said.

This is just not true. Charcoal grey is the safest/most conservative/most versatile suit color and always has been.

Eh? Where is this coming from? I work in finance and wear black all the time. Everyone around me wears black suits.

Again, it can be done, sure. My primary point is that grey/navy is going to look better with just about any color combination. I personally feel like black suits are traditionally saved for formal events and/or funerals and therefore look out of place in a business setting.

 

[mooooose]

I bought a pair of apc petit. Sz 30. Idk what my waist is honestly I lost a lot of weight, gained some back, and lost some again. The fit is tight in the thighs, the waist is fine. I've heard apc is slubby. So I hope they don't stretch too much. Ill post pics in a second.

They obviously need a hem too but I do like stacking so ill get it hemmed to a 31 or 32 (I'm short).

What do you guys think? I'm also losing weight nd plan on losing another 8 pounds so ya.

 

[RatskyWatsky]

Any alternatives?

They suck.

Why do they suck?

They fit terribly. The sizing is very weird, also.

Hmm...but if you can get the sizing right are they okay?

Can't stand that obnoxious branding on the back of the heel. Get that shit outta of here.

That actually doesn't bother me at all.

Try Sanuks instead.

Those are fugly. But thanks for the suggestion!

Casual shoes are difficult. The only good ones are the $300+ ones.

/Manshion

 

[flamingotripod]

Any alternatives?

Boat shoes? Sperrys?

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

Hey man if I could find good cheap ones I would. Just calling it like I see it.

 

[giga]

RE: Black suits. I hope we're distinguishing the difference between navy and black suits. I'm talking jet black suits, not dark navy that could possibly (and often is) be mistaken for black.


I think black can look pretty harsh up against colored shirts, hence my point that charcoal and navy work better with just about every color outside of the grey scale. I agree that black suits have many situations in which you can wear them, a lot of which you listed, I just don't think it's the best option for a business setting (or a wedding for that matter, but that's another story).


This is just not true. Charcoal grey is the safest/most conservative/most versatile suit color and always has been.


Again, it can be done, sure. My primary point is that grey/navy is going to look better with just about any color combination. I personally feel like black suits are traditionally saved for formal events and/or funerals and therefore look out of place in a business setting.

Can't say that I agree. I don't have anything against grey or navy suits (I love grey suits), but I feel that everyone should have at least one black suit because it's so versatile.

Just from my own personal experience working at a financial institution (and being surrounded by other institutions, consulting firms, etc.), people wear black, navy, and grey. They all look fine and no one looks out of place.

 

[freenudemacusers]

just get some slip on vans/pointer/etc. toms look like doo doo for the most part and are a step up from what you find at walmart. if you want something for the beach get a pair of soludos or something.

 

[Horse Detective]

It seems like such a rare occasion that everyone likes something in here.

 

[freenudemacusers]

I think we all equally love eric glennie, so there's that.

 

[LyleLanley]

just get some slip on vans/pointer/etc. toms look like doo doo for the most part and are a step up from what you find at walmart. if you want something for the beach get a pair of soludos or something.

I'm not sure Toms is even much of a step up from what you'd find at Walmart.

 

[RatskyWatsky]

just get some slip on vans/pointer/etc. toms look like doo doo for the most part and are a step up from what you find at walmart. if you want something for the beach get a pair of soludos or something.

I seem to remember you posting a pair of Tom's in the past that you said you wanted in one of the other threads! Busteeddd!

Thanks for the suggestions. Soludos are good then? I was looking at them earlier but they looked cheaper and lower quality than Toms.

I'm not sure Toms is even much of a step up from what you'd find at Walmart.

So they're shitty quality?

 

[LyleLanley]

So they're shitty quality?

They're overpriced for what they are, even if you include the free pair they donate.

 

[freenudemacusers]

I seem to remember you posting a pair of Tom's in the past that you said you wanted in one of the other threads! Busteeddd!

you must have me confused for someone else. Some of their laced shoes are ok, but the standard folded slippers are meh city.

soludos aren't super high end but they are a better design, IMO. which at that kind of price point is all that matters, really.

 

[Zekes!]

Checking in to say Toms are shit. The amount I sell in a day is smh worthy though

 

[giga]

Not a fan of espadrilles, personally. Would prefer boat shoes or suede bucks for the summer.

 

[RatskyWatsky]

you must have me confused for someone else. Some of their laced shoes are ok, but the standard folded slippers are meh city.

Mea culpa. Wasn't it you who wanted those blue Toms with lobsters on them?

soludos aren't super high end but they are a better design, IMO. which at that kind of price point is all that matters, really.

I see your point. They are pretty cheap, so I guess it doesn't matter if they're not super high quality.

Not a fan of espadrilles, personally. Would prefer boat shoes or suede bucks for the summer.

Suede bucks are a good idea!

 

[freenudemacusers]

Maybe if they were grey lobsters.

Not a fan of espadrilles, personally. Would prefer boat shoes or suede bucks for the summer.

well, espadrilles are fine IMO for beaches/beachside business. I wouldn't wear them in the city or anything like that.

 

[LeroyPantwether]

this look is good. Where can I find a shirt like that /to lazy to thrift

 

[JustHadToJoin]

There is actually no woman I know who would give a man looking like that the time of day

 

[LeroyPantwether]

There is actually no woman I know who would give a man looking like that the time of day

what do your friends have against black people?

-edit: thanks macuser1of5

 

[freenudemacusers]

j crew, billy reid, gitman, etc

 

[JustHadToJoin]

what do your friends have against black people?

-edit: thanks macuser1of5

low pain tolerance

 

[freenudemacusers]

to expand, there are a lot of others that make funky plaids and so on, too many to list, really. but if you are looking for a slim fit gitman or epaulet new york are hard to beat. I think jkissi (the dude in your photo) used to talk alot on styleforum/etc about taking jcrew and stuff to the tailor and hacking at it. Might be worth a look if you can find some retail stuff cheap. Just make sure it fits in the shoulder, chest, and armhole the way you want; most everything else can be snipped away.

 

[freenudemacusers]

yo speaking of summer what's the word on slutty tees? alucrid give me your best.

 

[LeroyPantwether]

to expand, there are a lot of others that make funky plaids and so on, too many to list, really. but if you are looking for a slim fit gitman or epaulet new york are hard to beat. I think jkissi (the dude in your photo) used to talk alot on styleforum/etc about taking jcrew and stuff to the tailor and hacking at it. Might be worth a look if you can find some retail stuff cheap. Just make sure it fits in the shoulder, chest, and armhole the way you want; most everything else can be snipped away.

This changes everything! Im seriously considering taking sewing next semester at uni, seems worth it

 

[Alucrid]

yo speaking of summer what's the word on slutty tees? alucrid give me your best.

acne limit
john elliot + co
there was some silent on yoox iirc
blkdnm t shirt 5
odyn vovk if on sale, curved seam
geller seconds too, but i don't think anything came out this season

i might try and find some deepish hanes though for when the 100 degree weather gets here, also ordered a size up in asos scoops to see if the arm holes work any better there

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

The sluttiest tee's are made on your own. Grab a pair of scissors and start cutting bits out of your shirt.

 

[freenudemacusers]

that's too slutty. I want to project a reserved and haute sluttiness, like a worldly male escort on his day off, not something from the back of a rough trade classified.

 

[Alucrid]

you cat even see collarbones

0/slutyy

 

[Deeku]

Can't say that I agree. I don't have anything against grey or navy suits (I love grey suits), but I feel that everyone should have at least one black suit because it's so versatile.

Just from my own personal experience working at a financial institution (and being surrounded by other institutions, consulting firms, etc.), people wear black, navy, and grey. They all look fine and no one looks out of place.

Basically. In fact I would argue that, at times, when I wear grey I totally looked out of place:/

I get what you're saying though luckyboyceo. You're looking at it from a purely fashion/looking good point of view, which is fine and kinda right in some respects. But from a pure business/corporate point of view, you're wrong

Spoiler

work in finance too so i guess we're bias lol

 

[Horse Detective]

Exposed nip = ultra slut.

 

[RatskyWatsky]

What's the point of that? Why not just go shirtless?

 

[freenudemacusers]

go shirtless

what are you an animal?

 

[RatskyWatsky]

what are you an animal?

S.O.S he is in disguise
S.O.S he is in disguise, breathes heavily
There's a he wolf in disguise,
Coming out, coming out, coming out

S.O.S he is in disguise
S.O.S he is in disguise, breathes heavily
There's a he wolf in disguise,
Coming out, coming out, coming out

There's a he wolf in the closet,
Let it out so it can breathe (inhales, exhales)

 

[reggieandTFE]

There is actually no woman I know who would give a man looking like that the time of day

Well I doubt he's trying to puck up your aunts and sisters at the Olive Garden in Bumblefuck, USA.

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

Well I doubt he's trying to puck up your aunts and sisters at the Olive Garden in Bumblefuck, USA.

hahah

 

[freenudemacusers]

those john elliot co shirts are hot fiya need to cop

Well I doubt he's trying to puck up your aunts and sisters at the Olive Garden in Bumblefuck, USA.

shiiiiiiiiiittt

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

This will help you keep cool in the summer. Feel the breeze with ease.