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The jacket is expensive. I think that the Pokemon shirt actually works well. It makes you look endearing, and it would be a great conversation starter.
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Men's Fashion |OT| Style is eternal; But my wallet isn't
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The jacket is expensive. I think that the Pokemon shirt actually works well. It makes you look endearing, and it would be a great conversation starter.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
Maybe you could go to your work like this? Except with pants that fit right.
But it's a blazer which gives you some professionalism with a henley that doesn't make it too formal for a teaching man. Pants just get something basic that fits I'd go black. Shoes are sweet. Most importantly it's pretty safe so the kids won't have anything to make fun of.
But it's a blazer which gives you some professionalism with a henley that doesn't make it too formal for a teaching man. Pants just get something basic that fits I'd go black. Shoes are sweet. Most importantly it's pretty safe so the kids won't have anything to make fun of.
OfWhiteSkinOnRedLeather
Member
Not familiar with the brand, but looking at their site, the shirts are really nice. I'll probably order a few seed stitch and sweatshirts this month. Thanks.
So true. I remember in middle school one year we had a teachers aid for a few weeks (might have been an intern). He wore a Rutgers t shirt one day and tucked the front in but not the sides and back. We ruthlessly tore him apart every single day for that. Poor guy. I feel bad for him looking back getting blasted by a bunch of 13yos.
flamingotripod
Member
Shirts fit good, but the material is super cheap. feels like paper thin
I was thinking chinos may work. I generally like a slimmer look (like the 527's I'm wearing in my pic). Dark or nicer brand jeans would probably be fine. It's business casual, so a Polo or button-up shirt should be enough with nice jeans - slacks may be too much, imo.
Where can I get some good cheap chino's or similar pants? I'm a littler burnt out from B&M stores after today (went three local malls as well as second-hand stores) and would prefer some online shopping. That said, I'm always worried about stuff not fitting.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
OfWhiteSkinOnRedLeather
Member
Well that sucks.
thezerofire
Banned
I want their cashmere hoodie but there out in my size in charcoal 
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Thanks for all the kind words folks.
As clothing goes I am now looking for a new thigh-length slim fit peacoat. Need to get out and look for one. Also I need to start replacing my work chinos, they're all Banana Republic and they all developed weird creases below the belt-line and on the fly.
As clothing goes I am now looking for a new thigh-length slim fit peacoat. Need to get out and look for one. Also I need to start replacing my work chinos, they're all Banana Republic and they all developed weird creases below the belt-line and on the fly.
Maybe you could go to your work like this? Except with pants that fit right.
But it's a blazer which gives you some professionalism with a henley that doesn't make it too formal for a teaching man. Pants just get something basic that fits I'd go black. Shoes are sweet. Most importantly it's pretty safe so the kids won't have anything to make fun of.
I like that blazer. Where's it from?
Maybe you could go to your work like this? Except with pants that fit right.
But it's a blazer which gives you some professionalism with a henley that doesn't make it too formal for a teaching man. Pants just get something basic that fits I'd go black. Shoes are sweet. Most importantly it's pretty safe so the kids won't have anything to make fun of.
Don't go dressed to work/school like that.
You'll get shredded for wearing a blazer with a henley (too hip/and some insults I won't repeat here etc).
From experience, the teachers that classmates didn't ever tear apart were the ones who wore suits that weren't associated with geography or latin teachers (i.e. ill fitting dull/old tweeds and corduroys).
Looking back, one teacher used to wear an exceptionally well cut suit, which we obviously didn't know back then, we just thought he was not to be messed with. His clothes were never mentioned.
Any teacher that wore a blazer without a (proper) shirt appeared to us to be trying too hard/hip and was given no quarter. (Unfortunate, but that's how it went). An exception was made for a maths teacher who was considered a drunk, so his cowboy boots, slacks and henleys were admired....lol.
freenudemacusers
Member
sounds like you have two options
get you sexuality put in question
or
be a drunk teacher
get you sexuality put in question
or
be a drunk teacher
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
So at $55, could Everlane still be my best bet for basics? How much do you guys like to spend on shirts?
Both will happen, regardless.
freenudemacusers
Member
tees? I just get target v's. I want to try some 'john elliott and co' but i am so lazy.
edit: to the dude who is having pants tucking issues (I don't remember who this was :/), it's 99.9% the rise of your pants being too low. The vast majority of dress shirts blouse outward around the lower waist and hip, which helps anchor the shirt when you tuck it in. If your pants are sitting on your hips, it will create either an unsightly muffin-y shape, or simply pop out all the time.
edit: to the dude who is having pants tucking issues (I don't remember who this was :/), it's 99.9% the rise of your pants being too low. The vast majority of dress shirts blouse outward around the lower waist and hip, which helps anchor the shirt when you tuck it in. If your pants are sitting on your hips, it will create either an unsightly muffin-y shape, or simply pop out all the time.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
No, button downs with simple patterns.
freenudemacusers
Member
I will not be avatar quoted itt >:{
oh for button ups? Uh, the most I have personally paid was ... $200 sale price? The only time I've ever been tempted to go beyond that is for one of those gaudy but beautiful mcqueen bug print shirts. You can get a lot of really excellent shirts in the $90-$150 range constantly at yoox/etc, no real need to go beyond that for a casual button up unless you see something that stands out.
oh for button ups? Uh, the most I have personally paid was ... $200 sale price? The only time I've ever been tempted to go beyond that is for one of those gaudy but beautiful mcqueen bug print shirts. You can get a lot of really excellent shirts in the $90-$150 range constantly at yoox/etc, no real need to go beyond that for a casual button up unless you see something that stands out.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
So I am guessing that there is no real standard for casual button ups below $90?
I was going super cheap and just getting things from H&M and CottonOn, but the fit is bad and they break really easily.
Fixed and yeah pretty much.
freenudemacusers
Member
^^^ maybe, but here in america, depending on the locale, you'll probably get suit comments too. I don't think you can win against kids haha
Horse: N&F has some around $100-$120 that probably make it to sale here and there. I have just one, but it seems pretty sturdy and well put together.
But if you are trawling sales sites, mauro grifoni breh.
Horse: N&F has some around $100-$120 that probably make it to sale here and there. I have just one, but it seems pretty sturdy and well put together.
But if you are trawling sales sites, mauro grifoni breh.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
You want him to wear a suit to go teach middle school? Think about that one.
What's he gonna wear for elementary? A tuxedo?
What's he gonna wear for elementary? A tuxedo?
freenudemacusers
Member
middle school is around 12-15, or the age when indiscriminate rage and self-loathing are commonplace.
Bam Bam Baklava
Member
I'd say you gotta wear a button down and some nice pants and shoes. It's his best bet. Also go untucked because a bunch of 12 year olds aren't gonna care or appreciate how well you tuck in your shirt.
In my experience I never once saw a k-12 teacher wearing a suit. Maybe the principal wore one sometimes not even sure about that one.
In my experience I never once saw a k-12 teacher wearing a suit. Maybe the principal wore one sometimes not even sure about that one.
This was my plan.
Additionally, can anyone hook me up with links to affordable items that would fit within that criteria?
Also also, undergarments such as under shirts and underwear. What do
Illithid Dude
Member
Middle school is actually more 12-14, but whatevs.
Looking at my teacher right now (I'm writing this in class), he's just wearing a button down and jeans, but I have some teachers that go full suit. It really doesn't matter to me, nor to any of my peers.
Looking at my teacher right now (I'm writing this in class), he's just wearing a button down and jeans, but I have some teachers that go full suit. It really doesn't matter to me, nor to any of my peers.
Horse Detective
Why the long case?
Gonna check out Lands End today.
Put This On complimented their Hyde Park shirt for being tailored at $49 bucks.
Put This On complimented their Hyde Park shirt for being tailored at $49 bucks.
jongkookie
Member
This is probably a dumb question... but ugly sweaters. Is there no hope for them?
Do I really just have to take it in stride and enjoy for what it is, or is there a way to make it look Manshion-GAF approved?
Do I really just have to take it in stride and enjoy for what it is, or is there a way to make it look Manshion-GAF approved?
Shoes are awesome. Link to anything similar?Maybe you could go to your work like this? Except with pants that fit right.
In my experience teachers almost never wore suits throughout school.
Does anyone own a pair of Allen Edmond Promontory Point boots? I've been looking for a pair of casual black boots that can also work as for more formal occasion in a pinch while traveling. I'm also big on made in the US. The 1000 Miles always look to big and outdoor boot to me. Nordstrom's has this AE boot for $250.
flamingotripod
Member
I would say J.crew has the cheapest best fitting shirts, considering you can get them for around 30 on sale with coupon codes. Also, all their shirts go on sale usually like 2 months after they release so never pay full price for them
thezerofire
Banned
Uniqlo has some pretty decently fitting shirts iirc
OfWhiteSkinOnRedLeather
Member
Cosign on Target v's. Their Mossimo tees are fantastic for $10, both crew and v, though crews seem to be a bit more inconsistent with their fit. Just wish they carried scoops.
I could be wrong, but they look like Clark's Desert Boots, or at least very similar.
Illithid Dude
Member
Band of Outsiders and Atari are doing a collaboration right now.
I believe the print is of a space invader. There's also a polo with some pixel art on the breast. Pretty nice actually. PAX outfit?
I believe the print is of a space invader. There's also a polo with some pixel art on the breast. Pretty nice actually. PAX outfit?
sweatpants, idgaf B-)
Marcovaldo
Member
Ah okay, believe these are the dark grey suede ones. I will probably end up getting these and the beeswax ones at some point.
OfWhiteSkinOnRedLeather
Member
There's only one way to go, bro.
An adult onesie. They have lots of dope ones out there, like fairisle onesies and shit. They make them in super hero themes (Batman/Superman) and even Star Wars or ones with animal hoods. You can even find them with the little attached booties. Def cop one (or two) for at home-wear.
Dance Inferno
Unconfirmed Member
Even better, get matching onesies for your roommates and/or significant other. Nothing says haute couture like three matching DC Universe onesies.
I was personally going to suggest flannel PJ bottoms. So dope.
I was personally going to suggest flannel PJ bottoms. So dope.
OfWhiteSkinOnRedLeather
Member
RatskyWatsky
Hunky Nostradamus
Just wear come comfy boxers or shorts.
freenudemacusers
Member
thanks for the tips, especially loving the rick owens lol. i found some diemme ones on sale (at caliroots, page is gone), which are to my taste and a little cheaper than some of the other options. most people seem to be pretty positive about them, any impressions here?
stylistically i'd lean those over most red wings, if the quality is there.
I've read this entire topic and while I wasn't specifically looking for it I didn't see anything 'bad'... so I don't think I'd have much to do if I were!
Except for Style Fox not telling me about that blazer.