I think it's because they're really popular atm to nearly the point of being played out. It's like barbour jackets a few years ago here in Ireland, everyone who wore those now wears bomber jackets.
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Men's Fashion |OT| Style is eternal; But my wallet isn't
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I think it's because they're really popular atm to nearly the point of being played out. It's like barbour jackets a few years ago here in Ireland, everyone who wore those now wears bomber jackets.
QuantumSquid
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I am 19 and a freshman in college
in my family/in my circle of friends/amongst my classmates, I have always been the guy who doesn't really care about his appearance. they are mostly the same way.
so skinny pale white kid rolls up one day in a bomber jacket and slim jeans and it's like BRUH
y'know the more that i think about this, the more i realize people probably won't give a shit so i should just do what i want.
thank you for coming with me on this journey of self-discovery
If youre up for it, take some selfies, and post here.
QuantumSquid
Member
Nope, blur it out or leave it off.
QuantumSquid
Member
i practically never take pictures of myself so this was pretty new to me
Cuff the chinos and buy some new trainers
I dig it man. get a nice bomber, it'll go with the look.
QuantumSquid
Member
thanks for the advice. those shoes are almost 3 years old at this point, i really need some new ones.
got any recommendations?
Just start with some standard all white Roshe's or something like that. Only $75, so you're not really breaking the bank. The guys in here will give you a ton of (better) suggestions for shoes, sneakers, etc. but a sleek looking all-white nike can't go wrong
QuantumSquid
Member
I agree that an all-white shoe would be a good upgrade over the shitty old sneakers that I've been wearing for an eternity, but I don't really like the design of the Roshe's.
Would these be a good alternative?
thezerofire
Banned
vans old skools, authentics, or eras would do you just fine
Sure they would!
I say you generally can't go wrong with white sneakers.
Having worn Chucks almost exclusively, I decided to pick up a pair of Nike Blazers to have something different, and I forgot the feeling of wearing chunky shoes. Took a moment to get used to the bulk before getting used to it again.
And speaking of Roshes, I can see how it's a bit overplayed with everyone owning a pair. But it's pretty comfortable, based on me trying it out a bunch of times. I eventually settled on a pair of Kaishis. It has a similar design to the Roshes, with its own distinctness.
Next on my list is either a pair of Prestos, Roshes and/or Air Max.
Having worn Chucks almost exclusively, I decided to pick up a pair of Nike Blazers to have something different, and I forgot the feeling of wearing chunky shoes. Took a moment to get used to the bulk before getting used to it again.
And speaking of Roshes, I can see how it's a bit overplayed with everyone owning a pair. But it's pretty comfortable, based on me trying it out a bunch of times. I eventually settled on a pair of Kaishis. It has a similar design to the Roshes, with its own distinctness.
Next on my list is either a pair of Prestos, Roshes and/or Air Max.
QuantumSquid
Member
back at it again
Could I please get some recommendations on high end high quality wallets? I hadn't bought a new wallet in like 15 years and bought one on impulse from a Coach outlet. It's okay but it's kind of plastic-y. I think I'd like to get something nicer. I'm looking at Goyard, Hermes, and LV. Any experiences with their quality? Any others that I should look into? Thanks.
thezerofire
Banned
also have Bellroy and I do like it size-wise and it looks good but the leather is pretty thin and starts to wear after a little bit
Very Berry Sunday
Member
I got a Gustin Simple Wallet for $14.
https://www.weargustin.com/store/4519
Very slim, hold 4 cards and a few other bills.
Very Berry Sunday
Member
You'll probably wait until Gustin opens another campaign on the Simple Wallet.
QuantumSquid
Member
I've heard good and bad things about Uniqlo's supima t-shirts, but I figured for 7 bucks with free shipping it couldn't hurt to see if they fit me well. The flannel shirt I got from them fits nicely so I'm hoping for more of that good fortune here.
If the flannel worked, the t-shirts will work too.
I'd know, I got the exact same flannel as you did before lol
I'd be interested in what bad things you heard about the Supima tees. They're generally regarded as one of the, if not the best bang for your buck tee out there.
QuantumSquid
Member
Apparently they recently (within the last year or so) switched to a slightly different fit and material and some people preferred the old style. I'm not too worried, at the end of the day if it doesn't fit me it's only 7 bucks down the drain.
thezerofire
Banned
imo the old style was too short and I have a short torso already. I'm interested to see if they fit better now
Very Berry Sunday
Member
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0119N7NY2/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Which color for this jacket? Maroon or Replica Blue
Which color for this jacket? Maroon or Replica Blue
You've been a good boy this year, Santy says get both
Very Berry Sunday
Member
Santa says I can only get one.
Damn Santa's gotten more prudish since I was a child. Burgundy so
QuantumSquid
Member
I much prefer blue but color is all preference.
Very Berry Sunday
Member
Guys I ask said Blue, but girls I ask said Maroon.
I might exchange mine for the blue
Nevermind, I don't want to pay money to ship back my Maroon MA-1. I'll wait for another sale to get the blue.
QuantumSquid
Member
I mean, if you're straight, I wouldn't blame you for valuing the opinion of the opposite sex more.
Very Berry Sunday
Member
I didn't want to pay the ~$10 shipping to ship back the Maroon jacket.
Now that my main jacket will be a Maroon MA-1, what colors go well with this?
QuantumSquid
Member
I'm new to this fashion stuff but I can see it looking good with dark jeans and a light t-shirt.
Like this:
Levi's released a skinny version of the 501.
http://www.levi.com/US/en_US/category/men/clothing/fitnumber/501-skinny
Curious, I ordered a pair.
http://www.levi.com/US/en_US/category/men/clothing/fitnumber/501-skinny
Curious, I ordered a pair.
thezerofire
Banned
wonder how it fits compared to 510's. I guess there is a Levi's store across the street from work I could check it out at
How is this different than 511 now? Or was it the 514... I forget.
511 is slim 514 is slim straight, so a bit wider