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[Unicorn]

I just spent an hour at JC Penney trying every brand and style of shorts they had. All of them were dreadful fit. Flat front just exposed my package and many were cameltoe problematic.

Walked away with one pair of navy blue 'classic' style. I'd like a pair with a bold color or something aside from the usual blue/navy or tan/beige.

 

[haunted_taco]

beautiful.

 

[freenudemacusers]

you can tell by the grain pattern that it isn't real, i've seen many a cg shoe in my day.

 

[haunted_taco]

alls I'm sayin is check the metadata braj... I don't see any current periodicals either.

 

[Cornballer]

I picked up a pair of Naked & Famous jeans on sale at Gilt, and I want to get them hemmed because they're a few inches too long. What's the difference between just getting them hemmed somewhere and getting them chain stitched? Will they look the same? Is it a matter of durability?

 

[Alucrid]

no difference really. people just get it chainstitched if they want to keep it 'authentic.' some people claim that it helps roping and what not, but it's not really true.

 

[Autumn Wind]

I just spent an hour at JC Penney trying every brand and style of shorts they had. All of them were dreadful fit. Flat front just exposed my package and many were cameltoe problematic.

Walked away with one pair of navy blue 'classic' style. I'd like a pair with a bold color or something aside from the usual blue/navy or tan/beige.

I am not a fan of JC Penney myself. I am thinking of taking a pair of my Union Line Carpenter jeans and having them hemmed into a pair of shorts. I'd probably go with an inseam of 16-18".

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

I have a party for someone I don't know tomorrow night but I still have to go.

I found an old dark brown dress shirt with black stripes that I never wore, cause when I bought it, it didn't fit, but now I've lost weight and it fits so I wanna wear that. I also bought new jeans yesterday. What colour tie would go with a dark brown dress shirt? I don't have a beige colour tie, well I did get a new one, but it's beige/light blue plaid. Would that work?

I should probably take photos.

I ask cause at the moment I don't have a proper suit. But I still have to dress up. Somewhat.

 

[kevo_huevo]

I have a party for someone I don't know tomorrow night but I still have to go.

I found an old dark brown dress shirt with black stripes that I never wore, cause when I bought it, it didn't fit, but now I've lost weight and it fits so I wanna wear that. I also bought new jeans yesterday. What colour tie would go with a dark brown dress shirt? I don't have a beige colour tie, well I did get a new one, but it's beige/light blue plaid. Would that work?

I should probably take photos.

I ask cause at the moment I don't have a proper suit. But I still have to dress up. Somewhat.

yeah, pics would help.

but i'm not a fan of jeans + shirt + tie on its own. do you have a nice cardigan or v-neck sweater you can wear over the shirt and tie? also, what color are your jeans? this look probably wouldn't work if they are a really light/faded wash.

 

[freenudemacusers]

I picked up a pair of Naked & Famous jeans on sale at Gilt, and I want to get them hemmed because they're a few inches too long. What's the difference between just getting them hemmed somewhere and getting them chain stitched? Will they look the same? Is it a matter of durability?

chainstitching is only really worth it if you are going full repro-style, which n&f are definitely not.

neither is more durable/better than the other.

 

[Cornballer]

no difference really. people just get it chainstitched if they want to keep it 'authentic.' some people claim that it helps roping and what not, but it's not really true.

chainstitching is only really worth it if you are going full repro-style, which n&f are definitely not.

neither is more durable/better than the other.

Thanks! I'll just get a less expensive hem on them.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

yeah, pics would help.

but i'm not a fan of jeans + shirt + tie on its own. do you have a nice cardigan or v-neck sweater you can wear over the shirt and tie? also, what color are your jeans? this look probably wouldn't work if they are a really light/faded wash.

Unfortunately no cardigan or v-neck. I'd wear it one if I owned one. I have a black jacket that I was just gonna throw on (Old Navy field jacket I got last year). Dark brown Clarks shoes. Brown belt.

If I get off work early enough, I'd like to go to The Bay and buy a new shirt or something. Off-white chambray, something with texture. But I might not get off early enough, so we'll see how it goes.

 

[Johnny M]

So what's the best way to break in leather shoes? As I am finnnnnnaly grabbing the Sperry's this weekend I know the horror stories of massive blisters. The web says soak them overnight then wear wet?

with few drops of alcohol on your feets, no kidding.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

When wearing a tie with jeans, do I have to stick to either a cotton or wool tie or can I wear a silk tie?

 

[freenudemacusers]

cotton/wool would probably gel better, unless you have some of those really slick type jeans.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

cotton/wool would probably gel better, unless you have some of those really slick type jeans.

I'll take some photos tonight and post them. I mean... they're dark blue jeans from target.

But I do like this shade of blue.

 

[Alucrid]

Gonna buy gaf hated item, skinny white jeans

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

White pants is the devil.

 

[freenudemacusers]

i'm gonna buy a white suit

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

i'm gonna buy a white suit

Miami Vice style?

 

[ToyMachine228]

My slutty tees arrived. Quite startling when you first put one on. Will take some getting used to.

 

[freenudemacusers]

Miami Vice style?

no black tshirts, but maybe

My slutty tees arrived. Quite startling when you first put one on. Will take some getting used to.

how slutty we talkin?

 

[Illithid Dude]

My slutty tees arrived. Quite startling when you first put one on. Will take some getting used to.

Oh god, I have the sluttiest t-shirt. It has a huge scoop neck, and is just translucent enough that you can see the outlines of my nipples. It's great.

Anyways, just bought a orange/brownish Balenciaga wool/cashmere/silk blend v-neck sweater. Autumn will be here closer then you think!

 

[ToyMachine228]

how slutty we talkin?

You can definitely see the top of my pecs. Got them from ASOS. Which is quickly becoming one of my favorite online clothing stores.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

So here's the shirt and jeans I've got. Here are the ties I was thinking about. I'm partial to the first and fourth combinations. First tie is a bit thin and flimsy... apparently it's linen, but I'm not sure. The fifth is a navy silk knit, second is cotton, third is wool.

I'll be wearing these shoes... I need to clean them and polish them though. Also will wear a brown belt and maybe a tie bar.

Here's the jacket:

The flash washed it out, but it's pretty dark. I need to throw it in the wash.

I have no cardigans, v-necks, or blazers and all my suits are way too loose and baggy and now to wear. I could wear a suit jacket separately, but... ehhhhhh.

What tie should I choose? Also, is this okay?

 

[CrazyDogg77]

Anybody got good shorts recommendations? Looking for a pair that's black. I don't want them to be chino shorts. Definitely looking for a more casual look. I guess maybe street ninja without the crazy price tag. Thanks

 

[freenudemacusers]

I like calvin klein shorts; simple cut, sometimes with slightly interesting fabric etc. They don't usually have a 'chino' look, but are more slick if that makes sense. I have a pair of black seersucker shorts that are pretty cool, for shorts.

 

[Deeku]

What tie should I choose? Also, is this okay?

do you have a better shirt? brown is kinda yuk and tacky imo. but if that's all you got i guess lose the tie?

 

[freenudemacusers]

yeah, ditch tie if you're wearing that jacket/shirt.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

do you have a better shirt? brown is kinda yuk and tacky imo. but if that's all you got i guess lose the tie?

yeah, ditch tie if you're wearing that jacket/shirt.

I can drop the shirt. I currently have... a white shirt, a white shirt with black pinstripes, a light grey shirt, a dark grey chambray shirt, and a dark grey shirt.

I like wearing ties, so I'd like to wear a tie.

Edit: I can drop by the mall tomorrow and pick up a different shirt if it's within a reasonable price... any suggestions? I'd want a blazer, but those are a lot pricier and I'd wanna get one tailored.

 

[Deeku]

I like wearing ties, so I'd like to wear a tie.

but we're advising you not to

i would probably go with the light grey shirt

 

[luckyboyceo]

White pants is the devil.

What? White pants are great. They can really spice up an outfit in the summer months. I'm looking for a good par right now actually.

 

[freenudemacusers]

rather than a shirt, get a cotton harrington jacket of some kind. will accomplish the casual-formal thing you're looking for much better.

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

but we're advising you not to

i would probably go with the light grey shirt

I like the brown but I don't wanna look tacky... guess I'll switch.

rather than a shirt, get a cotton harrington jacket of some kind. will accomplish the casual-formal thing you're looking for much better.

Alright, will see what I can hunt down tomorrow.

Thanks guys.

 

[freenudemacusers]

plus, if you get a light beige/neutral jacket, you can wear it with just about any tie/shirt combo you want. it will make your life easier

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

plus, if you get a light beige/neutral jacket, you can wear it with just about any tie/shirt combo you want. it will make your life easier

Beige was never a colour I was terribly fond of, haha. But grey, grey I can do. That counts as neutral, yeah?

 

[freenudemacusers]

if grey isn't neutral then I have made a terrible mistake

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

What? White pants are great. They can really spice up an outfit in the summer months. I'm looking for a good par right now actually.

Think twice.

 

[luckyboyceo]

Think twice.

I'm not going to let you troll Manshion thread like you do drunkthread. White pants rock.

 

[Boken]

white pants are awesome

hoping to snag some on sale so i can look like the pimpest guy in summer/spring

 

[kaskade]

White pants are great. First time I wore them out some girl (who seemed to be with her boyfriend) commented on them. Just sucks because you have to be careful because they will show dirt much easier.

 

[freenudemacusers]

I think I'm just gonna wear white pants from now on. be that white pants guy.

 

[Alucrid]

 

[adamsappel]

I think I'm just gonna wear white pants from now on. be that white pants guy.

 

[freenudemacusers]

I would never wear shoes that unstylish

 

[Johnny M]

White pants are great, and really classy. Just remember that during a bunch of decades, most men wore them during summer.

 

[kaskade]

I figure I'll ask here for a friend. He lifts (like bodybuilding) and had some big ol thighs. What are some good stylish jeans for him. I was trying to think of some but I'm usually in the slim fit area so I'm at a loss.

 

[Bam Bam Baklava]

You pretty much can't sit down anywhere without getting them dirty.

 

[Alucrid]

oh, wait, you ain't jokin

 

[freenudemacusers]

You pretty much can't sit down anywhere without getting them dirty.

I bring a special sitting pillow with me everywhere. problem solved.