thezerofire
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the sides are easy, it's the fabric that I don't know how to deal with
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Men's Fashion |OT| Style is eternal; But my wallet isn't
- Thread starter Bam Bam Baklava
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Again, I used Goo-Gone to clean everything. Made them look new and shiny.
thezerofire
Banned
didn't know if you just meant the sides or not, I've never heard of using goo-gone on fabric before. I'll give it a shot, thanks
Anton Sugar
Member
GAF, how do you feel about this kind of look for a wedding:
I'm not in either of the wedding parties and it'll be outdoors in Virginia, so not having to wear a jacket, or at least the option of not wearing one, will be nice. Plus I like suspenders but only when done properly, else it creeps into fedora territory.
I'm not in either of the wedding parties and it'll be outdoors in Virginia, so not having to wear a jacket, or at least the option of not wearing one, will be nice. Plus I like suspenders but only when done properly, else it creeps into fedora territory.
NotTheGuyYouKill
Member
GAF, how do you feel about this kind of look for a wedding:
I'm not in either of the wedding parties and it'll be outdoors in Virginia, so not having to wear a jacket, or at least the option of not wearing one, will be nice. Plus I like suspenders but only when done properly, else it creeps into fedora territory.
Anton Sugar
Member
If you guys are trying to convince me to go with that look, you're doing a great job!
Depends on the attire of the others in the wedding I would say, and whether or not you have the body type to match the guy in the pictures.
It could work with the suspenders if the occasion works, or without them if needed.
thezerofire
Banned
honestly the suspenders with that look are a bit too Mumford and Sons for me but if that's your thing go for it
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
Just got a pair of J.A.C.H.S. shorts from Gilt. the crotch is really bulgy....:/
freenudemacusers
Member
i'd wear a blazer, i'm sure you could find a cool patch pocket turn o the century number somewhere. drop in a bandana as a pocket square. might as well dial it up to 11. consult junya watanabe, engineered garments, or ts(s) for guidance.
Anton Sugar
Member
Yeah, I'm worried it will look a little too folk indie trendy.
As a single dude at what will be a relatively "conventional" wedding, I do want to stand out but not in a bad way.
I've used Dylon before with decent results. Getting a nice dark black is tough though without doing it multiple times. Even then it might turn out more of a dark grey / navy ish color. Also keep in mind that the stitching on the shirt might not take the dye, resulting in a blackish shirt with white stitching.
I really love bow ties. I tend to wear one once or twice a month on Fridays here at work. I get TONS of compliments from women and men. My girlfriend saw my eyes meet with that one and she bought it for me right then.
Here in LA they are less rare but worn in too hipster a fashion.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
freenudemacusers
Member
oh btw, are those the epaulet sneakers?
khaki suit with spectators?
MMM. Been coveting for awhile. Was at Neimans and decided to buy. So damn comfy.
There is another color way on Mr Porters that I am gonna buy too.
this is the other pair i am gonna get.
Go_Ly_Dow
Member
cheers, will give it a go.
wash cold + delicate, hang dry
Okay, I will do that. It's a Large, and I'm 6'3 185.. Can't do XL obviously.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
MMM. Been coveting for awhile. Was at Neimans and decided to buy. So damn comfy.
There is another color way on Mr Porters that I am gonna buy too.
this is the other pair i am gonna get.
Plain whites are near the top of my must have list.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Hank Hill had more ass.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Ask nicki minaj for her plastic surgeon.
Lmao. Funny how well jokes work if you keep up on GAF too.
But how's the fit otherwise? Upper body wise. Just wondering cause I wanted another one, and was wondering if I should stick to L or go XL. I just have to be careful of the wash, and eventually I'll get bigger arms if I keep working out
Must have been a propane leak, cause shit's burning in here.
As for the shirt.
It falls on your chest a little awkwardly with your hands by your sides, (same shit happens with me), but if you keep a hand in your pocket or something to bring your shoulders up and push out your chest I think that will go away.
Pull your pants up a bit more and see if that bunching in your crotch goes away. Maybe wear a belt to keep them up.
Otherwise, nice outfit. I think you could pull it off.
As for the shirt.
It falls on your chest a little awkwardly with your hands by your sides, (same shit happens with me), but if you keep a hand in your pocket or something to bring your shoulders up and push out your chest I think that will go away.
Pull your pants up a bit more and see if that bunching in your crotch goes away. Maybe wear a belt to keep them up.
Otherwise, nice outfit. I think you could pull it off.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Jesus christ that's an L?
Yup. Like I said, I'm 6'3. Still feel like XL will be too big, with this being a little too small. Awkward ass body.
Thanks for the write up Granadier.
zeopower6
Member
I dunno, I swear the shirt looks fine to me... at least it seems like it'd look fine in motion since you were sort of in that 'fashion lookbook-y pose'. Since that's a large, your torso must be really big! D: I think XL might be too large on you.. is it because you're concerned about the tightness around the arms?
JustHadToJoin
Member
Seriously, who sells the best white dress shirts? The kind that have actual white/clear buttons, not that yellow piss shit? And whats the best method to clean the collars? OxyClean?
I like Patrik Ervell's dress shirts personally. If you don't feel like spending 100-200 for one though, Uniqlo.
freenudemacusers
Member
the answer will depend on how much you want to spend, but if you mean traditional dress shirts, brooks are a good choice for the retail price, and you can often get borelli or finamore napoli (both slim, the latter very much so) for discount on the innanets.
also peep brian dales and mauro grifoni, since you can get them off yoox for pretty cheap, and the former have nice details like crow's feet stitching, fused collars, and the like, while the latter have a nice slim fit and good patterns/etc
also peep brian dales and mauro grifoni, since you can get them off yoox for pretty cheap, and the former have nice details like crow's feet stitching, fused collars, and the like, while the latter have a nice slim fit and good patterns/etc
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Well if it's white you could use bleach. Or you could use zout spray. That stuff is like miraculous.
I think I am just over exaggerating. It feels fine for sure, I'm a little scared of my arms getting bigger is the main issue, but it has breathing room even when I do the arm raise (to make sure it doesn't go crop top on me, you feel?). Definitely scared it would shrink, cause if it gets any smaller I'm done for.
Mac, what do you think? You see these things well.
freenudemacusers
Member
looks fine to me; i dig the print. but that's an L tho? damn.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Got my gitman today. Not bad at all.
reggieandTFE
Member
Suit Supply has an outlet near the Mag Mile if you want to try on a bunch of great suits with a knowledgeable sales rep. They are a little pricey.
If you're looking for a first suit you can go anywhere. Pick a color (generally navy, gray or charcoal), a fabric (most likely wool) and find a good tailor. The right fit on a suit is more important the anything else.
freenudemacusers
Member
I didn't know suit supply had b&m stores. huh.
their ss campaign is ridiculous tho. lmao.
even though i cheated and wore basically the same thing twice.
their ss campaign is ridiculous tho. lmao.
it's possible.
even though i cheated and wore basically the same thing twice.
rokkerkory
Member
thinking about getting these: what do you guys think
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/naked-famous-denim-skinny-guy-skinny-fit-jeans-grey-stretch-wash/3186903
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/naked-famous-denim-skinny-guy-skinny-fit-jeans-grey-stretch-wash/3186903
For sure. I'm 6'5 and a similar build to you, so I feel your pain!
If you are asking in general about Nakes & Famous, you will not be dissapointed in regards to quality and fit. I personally cannot give you any opinions regarding the Skinny variation, as I only buy the Weird Guy models...since I have big thighs :"(
Considering Nordstrom's return policy, there's no harm in trying.