Fashion thread

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Considering the weather: linen suit, tie if you feel like it.

frash

234 wrote: »

Considering the weather: linen suit, tie if you feel like it.

Any tips on where to buy a linen suit?
Don't want to spend a load as I don't know how often it would be worn.

24 Hours From Tulsa

where can i get Chelsea boots?

keane2097

Anyone come across any decent rain jackets lately?

newacc2015

frash wrote: »

Any tips on where to buy a linen suit?
Don't want to spend a load as I don't know how often it would be worn.

Zara, since all the clothes are designed in Spain. Personally I would wear Chinos(maybe navy), nice shirt and brown shoes. Italians go for simplicity. As do Americans. You dont see any Americans really wear waist coats. Maybe a decent bow tie and no waist coat? They look extremely unflattering on most people, if they arent tailored.

This is what New Yorkers wear in the heat. Its about 30-35 degrees in NYC and Super humid

http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2015/09/01/fashion/foraging-for-fashion/s/01RUNWAY-slide-KVK0.html

http://www.nytimes.com/pages/fashion/mens-style/index.html?action=click&region=TopBar&pgtype=SectionFront&module=SectionsNav&version=BrowseTree&contentCollection=Fashion%20%26%20Style%2FMen%27s%20Style&contentPlacement=2&t=qry157

Andre 3000

Maybe this is the wrong place for it, but does anyone know if Boots still have that Driclor anti-perspirant stuff?

ThunbergsAreGo

Andre 3000 wrote: »

Maybe this is the wrong place for it, but does anyone know if Boots still have that Driclor anti-perspirant stuff?

Yes they do

Antibac

Has anyone seen any open backed driving gloves anywhere?

Would prefer a B&M rather than online as ice off sized hands

Hollister11

Any idea where to get good quality t shirts ? Nothing expensive

mynameis905

Hollister11 wrote: »

Any idea where to get good quality t shirts ? Nothing expensive

Tesco/F&F

I wear tshirts around the house and every six months or so get myself a fresh batch of them from Tesco for a few quid each.

keane2097

Hollister11 wrote: »

Any idea where to get good quality t shirts ? Nothing expensive

H&M have decent cheap t-shirts, keep their shape a lot better than the ones in Pennys anyway.

SimmerDean

Hollister11 wrote: »

Any idea where to get good quality t shirts ? Nothing expensive

T shirts from GAP are good quality. At least the plain ones are for me and nice fit.

D'Agger

I don't think H&Ms V necks keep their shape very well tbh - so far as roundneck tees are concerned - I'd recommend dunnes - nice fitting, plain tees that're cheap enough

keane2097

D'Agger wrote: »

I don't think H&Ms V necks keep their shape very well tbh - so far as roundneck tees are concerned - I'd recommend dunnes - nice fitting, plain tees that're cheap enough

They are fine, you have a weird shape.

omb0wyn5ehpij9

keane2097 wrote: »

H&M have decent cheap t-shirts, keep their shape a lot better than the ones in Pennys anyway.

Considering they don't really have any shape to them when they are in the shop, I can't seem them lasting a couple of washes!

D'Agger

keane2097 wrote: »

They are fine, you have a weird shape.

The massive chest stretches the V alright :pac:

keane2097

BDJW wrote: »

Considering they don't really have any shape to them when they are in the shop, I can't seem them lasting a couple of washes!

What shape are you expecting a cheap t-shirt to have?

BOHtox

Anyone read a good fashion blog/website that gives ideas for outfits (casual or
smart casual) for males in their early twenties? I follow a few threads on reddit and pinterest but they're not great. What are you reading?

I've read a few others in the past they all seem to think I'd go to Coppers or college in a fresh suit that cost 4 grand.

mynameis905

BOHtox wrote: »

Anyone read a good fashion blog/website that gives ideas for outfits (casual or
smart casual) for males in their early twenties? I follow a few threads on reddit and pinterest but they're not great. What are you reading?

I've read a few others in the past they all seem to think I'd go to Coppers or college in a fresh suit that cost 4 grand.

I know what you mean, a lot of the online forums are geared towards an older audience and seem to think that everyone needs a few suits/sports coats/wool slacks. mfa on reddit is great for a a younger more casual style.

D'Agger

mynameis905 wrote: »

I know what you mean, a lot of the online forums are geared towards an older audience and seem to think that everyone needs a few suits/sports coats/wool slacks. mfa on reddit is great for a a younger more casual style.

MFA on reddit is a solid repository of articles, tips and info however the issues there are - discussion of companies that only deliver in the states or aren't accessible on high streets in Europe, sizing etc. then there's the added cost of shipping to Europe & potential returns issues that may spring up.

Might be an idea to get a thread for decent fashion deals throughout the country? Like a fashion version of bargain alerts :pac:

BOHtox

D'Agger wrote: »

MFA on reddit is a solid repository of articles, tips and info however the issues there are - discussion of companies that only deliver in the states or aren't accessible on high streets in Europe, sizing etc. then there's the added cost of shipping to Europe & potential returns issues that may spring up.

Might be an idea to get a thread for decent fashion deals throughout the country? Like a fashion version of bargain alerts :pac:

Great idea! And if we could get it stickied at the top of the page that could be a great idea. I know sporadically Topman and Jack Wills(for instance) have offers for students or for members who sign up to their emails giving them pretty big discounts (25%+). There'd be times I'd walk in with no cash on me but just to see what they have and it would be the last day of their sale and I couldn't utilise it.

Dingle_berry

I saw someone wearing a great pair of Dessert boots yesterday, chocolate brown suede(?) with a tiny metal tab/label on the outside side just below and in front of the ankle. Anyone else seen them before? Any idea what brand?

mynameis905

Dingle_berry wrote: »

I saw someone wearing a great pair of Dessert boots yesterday, chocolate brown suede(?) with a tiny metal tab/label on the outside side just below and in front of the ankle. Anyone else seen them before? Any idea what brand?

Not sure Dingle. Clarks would be the classic desert boot but to honest the quality is not great and the crepe soles get filthy looking very quickly. I have my eye on a pair of these boots from Loake. £99 sterling which is about the same as pair of Clarks will cost you.

mynameis905

D'Agger wrote: »

MFA on reddit is a solid repository of articles, tips and info however the issues there are - discussion of companies that only deliver in the states or aren't accessible on high streets in Europe, sizing etc. then there's the added cost of shipping to Europe & potential returns issues that may spring up.

Might be an idea to get a thread for decent fashion deals throughout the country? Like a fashion version of bargain alerts :pac:

I hear that. Buying stuff online from the states with shipping charges and customs is an absolute pain.

Speaking of deals, I'm a huge fan of military style jackets and picked up one today from Timberland's EU website.


I went for the navy but they also have green and tan colours available also. Reduced from €179 down to €89 with free delivery and returns to boot.

GrahamThomas

Thanks for the heads-up, bought this jacket on the Timberland website for €94. Great value!

astonaidan

Anyone recommend where to get a nice pair of slippers, new apartment is a bit colder than my parents house so no more just socks

speedboatchase

astonaidan wrote: »

Anyone recommend where to get a nice pair of slippers, new apartment is a bit colder than my parents house so no more just socks

I swear by Homeys, they're ridiculously comfortable!

http://www.homeys.co.uk/the-lads/

OriginV

What are the best type of jeans which are just tighter below the knee toward the bottom?

killwill

OriginV wrote: »

What are the best type of jeans which are just tighter below the knee toward the bottom?

Tapered?

Andre 3000

OriginV wrote: »

What are the best type of jeans which are just tighter below the knee toward the bottom?

Jack and Jones do very nice tapered jeans.

mynameis905

Any kind of slim fit jeans will have a taper Origin. Avoid if you're any bit heavy on top as you'll look like a upside down carrot.

Hollister11

What footwear looks well with jeans and s shirt.

mynameis905

Hollister11 wrote: »

What footwear looks well with jeans and s shirt.

Clarks desert boots. I'm partial to suede but the beeswax leather is perhaps more practical for winter.

Whatever you do, don't get something like this

Brendan Flowers

Anyone know where I could get a coat like this:



Been searching online but no luck so far!

mynameis905

http://www.crombie.co.uk/

Hollister11

What do you think of these guys ? http://eu.hollisterco.com/shop/eu/guys-sneakers/-3993077_01

Andre 3000

They're nice, wouldn't pay 60 for them though.

Brendan Flowers

Brendan Flowers wrote: »

Anyone know where I could get a coat like this:



Been searching online but no luck so far!

mynameis905 wrote: »

http://www.crombie.co.uk/

Crombie is well about my price range unfortunately! Saw these coats in River Island last year for about €150. This would be more my budget if one can be got now for that price.

Bored_lad

Brendan Flowers wrote: »

Anyone know where I could get a coat like this:



Been searching online but no luck so far!

That's a Canali coat in case you didn't know. It's out of stock everywhere and was most likely in the F/W 14 collection.

Alfred Borden

Lads, anywhere decent to buy a Tuxedo for a decent enough price in Dublin? Would be willing to go up to 150.

TheBiz

Alfred Borden wrote: »

Lads, anywhere decent to buy a Tuxedo for a decent enough price in Dublin? Would be willing to go up to 150.

Better off renting to be honest.

Pawwed Rig

TheBiz wrote: »

Better off renting to be honest.

Depends how often you will use it. Rentals aren't cheap and a tux would pay for itself after 3-4 events.

franglan

Hollister11 wrote: »

What footwear looks well with jeans and s shirt.

I try and do reasonably formal if out with jeans. A good brown brogue maybe - these are from Aldo currently €110

TheBiz

Whats your opinions on brown suede Chelsea boots? Being a younger lad it will probably be with skinny/slim jeans and a jumper..

Mitch Buchannon

Alfred Borden wrote: »

Lads, anywhere decent to buy a Tuxedo for a decent enough price in Dublin? Would be willing to go up to 150.

M&S. I got my dinner suit there a few years ago and it's already paid for itself.

http://m.marksandspencer.ie/mt/www.marksandspencer.ie/Dinner-Suits/IE_SubCategory_1012587,en_IE,sc.html?sz=24&un_jtt_redirect

mynameis905

TheBiz wrote: »

Whats your opinions on brown suede Chelsea boots? Being a younger lad it will probably be with skinny/slim jeans and a jumper..

There's a thread in the fashion and appearance forum on this at the moment, I posted a few suggestions. If you get suede, invest in a good waterproofing spray. Don't get leather soles unless you're not going to be doing a lot of walking.

franglan

Chelsea boots for me must be black leather.

TheBiz

Thanks, I was looking at Trigger Brown Suedette Chelsea Boots from Topman as I'm not too sure how they will suit etc.
I was looking for something with a thinner sole but they're all leather (and expensive) so thats a no go.

mynameis905

TheBiz wrote: »

Thanks, I was looking at Trigger Brown Suedette Chelsea Boots from Topman as I'm not too sure how they will suit etc.
I was looking for something with a thinner sole but they're all leather (and expensive) so thats a no go.

As Cary Grant put it:

I’m reminded of a piece of advice my father gave me regarding shoes: it has stood me in good stead whenever my own finances were low. He said it’s better to buy one good pair of shoes than four cheap ones. One pair made of fine leather could outlast four inferior pairs, and, if well cared for, would continue to proclaim your good judgment and taste no matter how old they become.

I don't know what your budget is, but shoes are one of those things that you should never skimp on. If your budget is limited then you need to be careful with how you use your resources. €50 for a pair of topman shoes that fall apart in three months is €50 wasted. €100 for a reasonable pair of boots that last you a year is a good investment. €300+ for a pair of goodyear welted boots that last you the best part of a decade is an extremely wise investment. Hang on until the January sales and see if you can find a good pair. Ebay is also a good hunting ground as you'll often find people who have bought shoes and then decide they don't like them/don't fit etc.

TheBiz

Thats definitely some solid logic, thanks I'll leave it to the sales and then go from there with your advice in mind. Thanks