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Men's Fashion |OT| Style is eternal; But my wallet isn't
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freenudemacusers
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purg3 I don't know where you live or how much you want to knock out but I'd think something similar to a simple mackintosh jacket would fit the bill. usually 50/50 cotton/nylon weaves are pretty waterproof. not sure if you want something trousers or jeans compatible, though.
might cop one for myself just because
I live in Pittsburgh, so it can still be fairly cool in spring and it can rain quite a bit. New job is business casual, so nicer jeans/chinos. Mackintosh are nice, and I can get a discount on them through my part time job, but I'm a short dude and those jackets just don't work well for me. Might just play it safe and go with a Penfield Gibson or something similar. Honestly looking to spend sub $300 since there are other clothing items that I need to pick up.
Yo, Carson St Clothiers is having a crazy sale. Final sale, so no returns.
https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.com/shop/sale
$65 wool/cashmere pants and such. I got their black captoe dress shoe for a crazy $120, even though I already have the AE Park Ave: https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.c...op/sale/footwear/product/1489/captoe-balmoral
https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.com/shop/sale
$65 wool/cashmere pants and such. I got their black captoe dress shoe for a crazy $120, even though I already have the AE Park Ave: https://www.carsonstreetclothiers.c...op/sale/footwear/product/1489/captoe-balmoral
freenudemacusers
Member
1. why have i never heard of this site
2. do you have any info on their shoes? namely, how they fit? I need a new pair of captoes and well $120...
2. do you have any info on their shoes? namely, how they fit? I need a new pair of captoes and well $120...
No idea it's my first time. I called and they said to size half down from my AE size.
Damn, looks like I missed out on most stuff in my size. Thanks for the heads up though, looks like they have decent stuff.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
Has anyone here bought a nice inexpensive coat from Amazon?
freenudemacusers
Member
i don't think my calves are compatible
freenudemacusers
Member
I have not. Feel free to test with impressions though :]
Sweet Christ.
It finally happened, 4 yrs 10 washes, hundreds and hundreds of wears and adventures and a split on the inside of my left thigh. The front left pocket blew out months ago. I'm in West Texas and am going to be sending them off to Denim Therapy so they can live a longer life with me.
Any other suggestions for mail away denim repair service?
Any other suggestions for mail away denim repair service?
Checkout Railcar fine goods. They do solid denim repair. Legit equipment and people that know what they are doing when it comes to denim.
http://www.railcarfinegoods.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=1514
Skel1ingt0n
I can't *believe* these lazy developers keep making file sizes so damn large. Btw, how does technology work?
Best mid-weight jacket to get for a weekend in seven days?
I have two heavy coats and and two jackets - a rain Penfield Gibson and a streetwear gray Nike.
I want something somewhere in between. Currently considering the lined Filson Cruiser or a Canada Goose Lodge Jacket. Anything else I should consider? Not a huge fan of Barbour, and I'd rather get variety than another Penfield.
I have two heavy coats and and two jackets - a rain Penfield Gibson and a streetwear gray Nike.
I want something somewhere in between. Currently considering the lined Filson Cruiser or a Canada Goose Lodge Jacket. Anything else I should consider? Not a huge fan of Barbour, and I'd rather get variety than another Penfield.
GAF, I'm in need of a duffel/weekend bag and I'm a sucker for classic canvas bags with some leather elements. I'm currently looking at these three, but if you guys have recommendations they're most welcome!
Parson Gray, €300
Sandstorm Explorer, €340
Kaufmann Canvas Duffle, €210
Parson Gray, €300
Sandstorm Explorer, €340
Kaufmann Canvas Duffle, €210
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Deleted member 17706
Unconfirmed Member
I'm looking to finally start dressing nicely. I'm seeing tons of great stuff online, but I have no idea what my measurements are. It seems like that's the first step I need to get out of the way before I can think to order anything. Do you guys know of any guide for getting reliable measurements at home?
freenudemacusers
Member
aside from the standard advice of wrapping tape around your chest and waist, stringing a tape down your arms/legs and what not, I personally recommend arming yourself with a roll of fabric measuring tape and finding a nice department store with a fitting room. Find garments that fit you well, ideally business clothes (slacks, blazers, etc) since everything is structured around that more or less, and simply measure them. If you don't really know what 'good fit' means, check out these guides/reads:
http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/09/25/good-fitted-suit-visual/
http://effortlessgent.com/sport-coat-suit-fit-mistakes/
http://putthison.com/post/9394551419/three-basic-points-of-fit-waist-shoulder
The third is a good thought exercise for approaching this in a holistic manner. The second contains some good examples of blazer landmines that I see pretty often.
Since you're interested in and willing to go online to find stuff you like, finding clothes that fit well and measuring them is probably the best methodology even if it takes a bit more work, as a lot of sites now not only include marked sizes (M, L, 40R, etc) but the actual measurements of the clothes themselves. If I just measured myself and left it at that I'd be wearing a 40-42R suit when I fit best in a 38R. That's a difference of an inch or more in the shoulder, a small yet significant difference.
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Deleted member 17706
Unconfirmed Member
Thanks a lot!
After doing a lot of research today, I think I'm going to go through the measuring process on Indochino (very slick videos they have to help you through the process) and see about ordering a nice suit and a few shirts from them to see how it goes.
Chance Hale
Member
I need to come to this thread more, damn.
As for that Hardy Amies peacoat it says it fits large. Given I'm somewhere between a small and medium in most coats does that mean the medium will swallow me?
freenudemacusers
Member
I don't know how their stuff fits, but sometimes 'fits larger' on yoox code for 'can wear a blazer underneath' IME. here is a retailer with some basic size fit guidance:
http://www.lanecrawford.com/hardy-amies/men/plp
I guess it depends on what you want out of it, if you're looking for a slim tshirt+outerwear jacket it's probably not what you want.
ah, didn't realize you had a specific site in mind. I can't seem to find their measurement guide, so I'll just give some general advice, as someone who has seen years of MTM online stuff:
• focus a lot of your attention on the shoulder fit
• for sleeves skip working buttonholes and err on the side of them being too long when measuring
• keep it as simple as possible
I see people often get extremely anal retentive about things like thighs, chest and sleeve length and bungle them by making them too short or tight, and overlooking the one thing you really can't change at all post-purchase (shoulder width*). IME if you're a fit dude but not bodybuilder bulky most of these will be just fine, no need to over-analyze this stuff too much. I also suggest not getting working buttonholes (don't know if they offer this or not) and leaving them a little long when you measure, as otherwise you might end up with a suit with short sleeves that you can't wear. You can always subtract from the sleeve, hem, and chest without breaking the bank; and it's better to spend $50 to fix a mistake than tossing a $500 suit.
Once you get all this stuff figured out though, you can really get a lock on your #'s which makes bargain hunting much nicer.
*technically you might be able to get it altered but to get it done decently it will cost at minimum $100+ or so. I speak from experience on this, and even then the end result was not particularly great.
http://www.lanecrawford.com/hardy-amies/men/plp
I guess it depends on what you want out of it, if you're looking for a slim tshirt+outerwear jacket it's probably not what you want.
ah, didn't realize you had a specific site in mind. I can't seem to find their measurement guide, so I'll just give some general advice, as someone who has seen years of MTM online stuff:
• focus a lot of your attention on the shoulder fit
• for sleeves skip working buttonholes and err on the side of them being too long when measuring
• keep it as simple as possible
I see people often get extremely anal retentive about things like thighs, chest and sleeve length and bungle them by making them too short or tight, and overlooking the one thing you really can't change at all post-purchase (shoulder width*). IME if you're a fit dude but not bodybuilder bulky most of these will be just fine, no need to over-analyze this stuff too much. I also suggest not getting working buttonholes (don't know if they offer this or not) and leaving them a little long when you measure, as otherwise you might end up with a suit with short sleeves that you can't wear. You can always subtract from the sleeve, hem, and chest without breaking the bank; and it's better to spend $50 to fix a mistake than tossing a $500 suit.
Once you get all this stuff figured out though, you can really get a lock on your #'s which makes bargain hunting much nicer.
*technically you might be able to get it altered but to get it done decently it will cost at minimum $100+ or so. I speak from experience on this, and even then the end result was not particularly great.
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Deleted member 17706
Unconfirmed Member
Thanks for all of the advice. I didn't have a particular site in mind, but Indochino seems to have some good buzz. They are reasonably priced and their presentation is very slick. The videos that show you how to get measurements on your own are well done.
I'm still hesitant about dropping $500 or so on a suit from them. I'm going to check out the Suitsupply location in Seattle maybe next weekend and see what kind of options they have. For stuff like this, I feel much more comfortable dealing with actual people at a physical location.
freenudemacusers
Member
oh you're in seattle? yeah, go check out suit supply. I was at the downtown location and it's pretty nice.
nailbombxx
Member
do these look decent enough? grabbed them from Asos for $70
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
pin roll long shorts
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Sure, at that price I would just go Docs for like 20-30 more honestly but I bet those will be fine.
Uhh. Somebody had posted a few a while back, can't remember. Thought I had saved them but I guess not.
Anybody know where to find a light green/pale green bomber for 100-200? Really need one for next fall. Saw somebody wearing one and its a damn good look. My bomber has proven to be great.
thezerofire
Banned
While I was on vacation I busted the side of my CP's so the sole came unstitched a little, would just going to a cobbler be the best course of action? I've been looking up reviews for places but they seem very polarizing
killertofu
Member
Anyone have a Nike Free (5 or 4)
How are they for all day comfort? Meaning, standing around for 13 hours
How are they for all day comfort? Meaning, standing around for 13 hours
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
Can you guys post some cool all black outfits. Or mostly black.
It's not a phase mom.
It's not a phase mom.
killertofu
Member
What do I wear with brown wing tips
GAF, I'm in need of a duffel/weekend bag and I'm a sucker for classic canvas bags with some leather elements. I'm currently looking at these three, but if you guys have recommendations they're most welcome!
Parson Gray, 300
Sandstorm Explorer, 340
Kaufmann Canvas Duffle, 210
The Parson is lovely especially if you wear neutral/grey/black colours, the bag will really pop.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
CVLT?
See I never even knew this term. Does this refer to like black outfits with white designs? I have been pretty obsessed with harajuku stuff lately.
As far as what, pants? Anything really except for black/charcoal pants in a formal setting I would say. Dress them down with dark denim too and they look great. What shade of brown are they?
Like high fashion mixed with street, just a term I like.
Damn, Alucrid tends to have some sweet black/white/gray combos wherever he's at.
Yeah I'm leaning towards the Parson too! I'm trying to find some more pictures of it to make sure the color is representative.
Ether_Snake
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I got some Zanerobe salerno and dynamos, they are awesome. You can find some on shopstyle or amazon, some are on sale. If you can find some in store, go try them at least. Probably the best pants I ever bought, the fit and style is great.
http://zanerobe.com/pants/
http://zanerobe.com/pants/
DesertEater
Member
These look pretty darn cool. Considering the camo ones...
tracky_dacks
Member
<3 Zanerobe pants, wearing the wool Sureshots right now!
Shoes: Nike Blazer Metric
Tee: Zanerobe Flintlock tee
Jumper: Nike SB Everett crew
IG @jovicabella - feel free to add. I sporadically post what I'm wearing. Maybe we can start a hash tag to see what other GAFers are wearing.
Shoes: Nike Blazer Metric
Tee: Zanerobe Flintlock tee
Jumper: Nike SB Everett crew
IG @jovicabella - feel free to add. I sporadically post what I'm wearing. Maybe we can start a hash tag to see what other GAFers are wearing.
Ether_Snake
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Those pants are nice! Never saw that wool version before.
thezerofire
Banned
I got those Gustin Italian Blue jeans in last week, will post a pic when I get around to wearing them
Very curious to see this actually. I was tempted by them.
Haiiro Husky
Member
Awesome! That means mine should be coming in soon. Can't wait to see the impressions you have.
Chance Hale
Member
They're pretty nice. I will never post a picture of me wearing them though as I will never have time to actually do so ;-; The perils of working a night shift.
And I'm happy that the 31 skinnys actually fit, was somewhat worried that every other brand I wear was super vanity sized and I was actually a 34 or something.
And I'm happy that the 31 skinnys actually fit, was somewhat worried that every other brand I wear was super vanity sized and I was actually a 34 or something.