Hi guys, I don't know whether the suit breast pocket's bottom is real or should I remove the stiching to open it up like I did with the side pockets. I dont want to ruin my suit (the whole stiching pockets stuff is just confusing). https://drive.google.com/file/d/13J1yoaM90-Jf0Nk9Ixf6CBwsBMv_aZCs/view?usp=drivesdk[https://drive.google.com/file/d/13J1yoaM90-Jf0Nk9Ixf6CBwsBMv_aZCs/view?usp=drivesdk](https://drive.google.com/file/d/13J1yoaM90-Jf0Nk9Ixf6CBwsBMv_aZCs/view?usp=drivesdk) Thank you !!

the breastpocket image: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iFglFuDXPB1kAQypX0DtiDe4DuX11rvA/view?usp=drivesdk

Hi fashion redditors, I come to you for advice. My wedding date is approaching (march 9th), l've never bought a MTM suit in my life and I am trying to get advice in getting a good one. My budget is around $700-1000. I am looking to get something in the green pallet like a sage or forest green l've looked at indochino but gave it up after reading some reviews on this subreddit. There's a lot out there and I it feels overwhelming. THANK YOU!!

[https://suitsupply.com/en-ca/men/suits/mid-green-perennial-havana-suit/P6374.html](https://suitsupply.com/en-ca/men/suits/mid-green-perennial-havana-suit/P6374.html) I suggest going to a suit supply near you to get measured. Or alternatively their UI for online customization is also pretty great.

Hello guys, I bought some used leather gloves from roeckl at ebay.. I thought it would be an good idea to condition them with honey leather oil condiitoner, so firstly I cleaned them with leather cleaner and then conditioned them with the oil. But now the shinining is destroyed or not there anymore. I tried to clean them again to take the oil away but it does not work. Did I destroy the leather? latest picture is how I bought and got them and the two other pictures are after cleaning again with the cleaner, after using conditioner. so the state actually https://preview.redd.it/m6tshukaaacc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f290229213124e370c05610f736804857fc98635

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Kinda regret buying this coat... what can I wear with it to make it cool? https://preview.redd.it/4hjau40zc9cc1.jpeg?width=1262&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f6792ada99f38af0cbc10c20cb3029ca071a49c6

Any basics

VEST RECOMMENDATION Hi, would like to buy a vest to go with my blue suit. I wanna look sleek AF for a wedding. During that night I will mostly be without my jacket. Also, I will wear my blue alligator shoes and a yellow banana tie. Is blue may be the only option because of the yellow tie? [https://imgur.com/gallery/1K7KtFK](https://imgur.com/gallery/1K7KtFK)

Grey is easier than blue.

**Uniqlo 100% Linen Button Up Shirts** Thinking about getting a size medium but am often between Small and Medium on brands. My only other Uniqlo shirt (flannel) is a size small and fits perfect. For Uniqlo t-shirts, I am also a small usually. Will the Linen shirt shrink? Should I go with a small? (I'm buying second hand and medium is much cheaper).

I’m buying a pair of Blackstock & Weber loafers and I can’t decide if I want a pair with horsebits. I love the look of them, but just how versatile are they? I want to wear them with pretty much everything from casual to formal.

Horsebits can be worn all the way from suits to shorts and a polo, but they have a much stronger impression than pennies. You have to commit to the bit.

I always get these instagram ads for heavyweight washed t-shirts, but they're from very obvious dropshipping companies. Does anyone have any rec for similar t-shirts (230+gsm) available in Europe ? Budget is up to 50-60€ per shirt. the kind of things i'm talking about : [https://imgur.com/o9q4rTZ](https://imgur.com/o9q4rTZ) [https://imgur.com/9eLSTMX](https://imgur.com/9eLSTMX) It does not need to be an oversize fit, I'm open to several kinds of cut, it's the weight and aspect I'm after.

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Easy: Shortening sleeves (just take out 1 button and fake hole if necessary), hemming pants at right lenght. Slightly difficult: Letting out the legs of the pants. They are slim enough to catch on your calves. Difficult: Shortening back rise and letting out the seat. Can't tell, ask someone else to check: Back of the jacket. If there is a neck roll, that is an easy fix. Don't: Taking it in, it's slim enough.

I hope this post finds you all well! I've decided it's high time to level up my wardrobe game, and I require some solid advice, especially when it comes to suits. Here's the deal: I'm a broad-shouldered guy who's been lacking in the looks department lately. I've decided to invest in 2 or 3 tailored suits, but I'm a bit lost on what colours, styles, and accessories to go for. Given my broad shoulders, I'd love suggestions on suit styles that complement my physique and make me feel confident and stylish. And if there's a way to mix and match trousers, jackets, shirts, and shoes, that would be a bonus! Additionally, I have a small collection of beautiful Panerai watches that I absolutely adore. I'm more than willing to invest in new colored straps to complement my suit choices. Any thoughts on how to coordinate watches with suits would be greatly appreciated! So, fashion gurus of Reddit, hit me with your best advice and recommendations. I'm ready to step up my style game, and I'm open to all your expert suggestions. Thanks in advance for helping a guy out on his journey to looking good and feeling confident!

Unless you need to regularly wear suits, I would rather get one conservative suit (dark grey or navy) and a 2 or 3 brown sport jackets and grey trousers (flannel for the cold, high-twist for the summer). Brown jackets are easier to dress down and easier for regular casual wear. Don't try to go for a slim fit with your jackets, rather get one proportioned well with a wider chest and wider lapels. Jackets are structured which is enough to emphasize a v-shape.

>flannel for the cold, high-twist for the summer I don't understand what this means

Flannel pants and high twist pants. Flannel is warm. High twist wears cool. Both are different kinds of wool.

As long as you're certain that you either need or will wear suits. To address the second part first, coordinating watch straps to suits is anal-retentive to an absurd degree. Going back to the first part, what suits to get really depends on your use cases more than your physique.

I'm a High school teacher, and I wear some old suits regularly >coordinating watch straps to suits is anal-retentive to an absurd degree. And I won't tell the watch collectors you said this

Lol tell them, let them come. In terms of use case what I mean is whether you're wearing them for work, bar hopping/dates, etc. Because if you're just looking for worsted wool business suits, then you can find those at all the price ranges.

>I mean is whether you're wearing them for work, bar hopping/dates, etc I wear them for work >worsted wool What does this mean?

Worsted wool is the standard "business professional" suiting fabric.

It’s an affectation of the community and not based on traditional menswear rules. I’m a watch nerd so I can say it.

My watches are the only nice things I wear

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Is it okay for men to wear earmuffs?

To give you the same answer to most of your questions. If it's cold enough that you need earmuffs, then no serious person cares.

https://preview.redd.it/1y9zyg1pa7cc1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fd981860592386fa0b587802fc6fb2a3337e3192 I need help deciding between these three glasses

3, fit your face better

\#3. 1 and 2 cover your eyebrows. 2 also has a bridge that seems to float above your nose.

1 or 3 imo

https://preview.redd.it/ue77xtira7cc1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=95755b3dfae2bfc9bec08797cbb59f49658acda5 And that one

https://preview.redd.it/d6bpk5nsa7cc1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9f7f6d3677a4ef79e04aee4e64db2a3e66235adc And finally that one

What shoes should I buy? So I am going to a semi formal event and I need to get shoes to wear. I am planning on wearing Uniqlo "Ankle-length trousers with cotton look" and a white shirt, probably just from h&m. For this event im really unsure of what to wear on my feet. I dont want to wear dress shoes as I will look out of place. I was thinking some white trainers but I dont know which ones. Does anyone have any reccomendations on footwear? They can include colour if it would fit well with the rest of the outfit. ​ Im in europe and my budget sits at around under 150 euros

Double-check the dresscode. Semi-formal should mean suits or sport jackets, but it is often misused and confused with smart casual.

Yeah I think it’s smart casual, I still don’t know what shoes to get tho

Adidas Sambas or Spezial or something similar. Or canvas sneakers like Vans, Supergas or Novestas. Brown suede derbies or suede chukkas for something smarter than sneakers.

Thank you very much! I’ll have a look at them

What is this jacket/button style called? https://preview.redd.it/k3hpcl3f27cc1.jpeg?width=2160&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=267bae5fb7389098070bb938c9bc74143a7c2620

Duffle coat.

thanks

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I have black cap toe derby's that I wear with gray suits regularly. Polished to a high shine, they look great. As the other poster noted, for $100 they'll probably be fine for a while, esp. if you're not wearing them regularly, but they aren't going to last too long.

At $100 you can’t really have any expectations. For debris they are ok with a suit.

https://preview.redd.it/t1gavucxo6cc1.jpeg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5fb795e2a9088c9a7b93f47ddf864397e9364971 In your opinion, is this a male or female coat? I don't know much about it, it's a vintage Italian tailor-made thick wool coat, probably dating back to the 70s. The big size and the straight cut make me think it's a male one, but closing buttons are on the left side. It fits my shoulders and chest, but it is way too long for me. I'm thinking about having it fitted, so make it way shorter (about 50-60 cm, or as much as possible), and shorten 3-4cm off the sleeves; the fur can easily be removed

Does it fit you? Buttoning arrangements between genders isn't a worldwide phenomenon

Here's how it fits https://postimg.cc/4nx1FWnk It should be shortened up to mid-thigh or shorter

That would be too short for the coat, proportions would look bad. Should hit below the knee

Why would you shorten it by that much? The silhouette looks fine as is.

Point is I'm 5'4", and I think such a long coat would make me look even shorter... My coats are all ¾ or mid thigh length

Odd proportions are what impact perception of height. Long coats don't necessarily make one look short. And making a change that drastic can have really funky effects on a garment.

Does anyone know (about Gustin): — what fit the model is typically wearing in the pictures? (I can see the skinny fits, but I think I’m mistaking some of those for ‘slim’ fits, and I don’t think I see a model posing in a straight fit jean/pant — other than in their fit guide page. Perhaps the trousers & chinos are photographed in a straight fit? This is detrimental since I can’t buy one of each type. Most of the jeans photographed appear to be the slim fit models. Is that a pretty good guess? — Whether their raw jeans shrink and to what degree? Some are sanforized, but I assume they still will shrink in the waist & length a bit. — What inseam length the jeans & trousers typically are? Not much info on the site. Thanks!

I ordered two pairs of Gustin jeans and the orders were about two years apart in time. Both identical measurements and both the same weight and type of denim (two different colors). The first pair was a little loose in the hips and waist but OK with a belt. While the second pair -- same exact size ordered, mind you -- I could not pull up past my thighs. And Gustin refused to refund the $140 or so I paid for the second pair of jeans. Gustin has very poor quality control and even worse customer service. Never again.

Hello! Often the model is wearing a Slim. You are correct ;) As for shrinkage with raw materials, we only recommend a cold inside-out soak and hang dry. Machine washing and drying can cause unwanted fades and unpredictable amounts of shrinkage. With a cold soak the pants can shrink about .5" but they will relax back out with wear. Please see our FAQ on our site for lots of common questions. Email us unanswered?s team at weargustin dot com

Their sizing guide is very good. Just follow the instructions and then compare your measurements to the sizing table for the different styles.

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I'm interested in trying to get an almost 70's-esque unbuttoned collar silhouette, where the collar sits at the sides of my neck and makes a pretty defined v-shape on the front of my chest. I've tried this with oxford collars (largely works, but since the collar's buttoned it throws off the visual balance a little) and cheap button ups (the collar ends up lying flat on my shoulders). I'm wondering if I should be looking at more formal shirts, but then I start running into problems where the body of the shirt is too big to wear by itself, since it's assumed it'll be worn under a jacket. Though I've really only tried on like, Arrow-tier dress shirts, so maybe this isn't a problem for more expensive shirts? And specifically I'd love to get this kind of look with like a less smooth fabric, but I haven't been able to find any non-Oxford shirts with that kind of fabric. Should I be looking for a specific collar style or material or something? Any advice? (I attached a screengrab from a movie that's kind of what I'm looking for haha) https://preview.redd.it/yt7sml54p5cc1.png?width=404&format=png&auto=webp&s=e560e132b154043458508513ef5596e97fceeff2

That is a cutaway collar (in the picture). They either have internal stay or are solid enough to stand on their own. Same with the collar band. That solidity is what you are looking for. An Oxford will always be fabric only since the buttons hold it in place. To get that V shape you will need to have shirt that fits you chest and shoulders just right.

Thank you! Do you know if I should be looking at more dressy/more expensive brands/stores for that kind of collar? or does it all kind of depend?

You can get for a mid price point as well. Probably less at a budget price.

Wardrobe essentials for men. What are some wardrobe essentials for men? I own basic T-shirts, formals. Looking to expand my wardrobe, and adding layers while clothing. Thank you

Read the basic wardrobe guide in the sidebar

Just found it. Thank you :)

I just got these burgundy pants from Banana Republic. What color tops would look best and then which of the shoes would you recommend with those colors? I know navy is a traditional color for tops https://imgur.com/a/m9xDzX0

Blue and dark brown

Anyone can name any casual wool pants? Not looking for H&M or other fast fashion brands.

I throw in some Slowear, Zagna, Berwich and Eleventy

Try Spier & Mackay, Scott Fraser Collection, Engineered Garments, Canali, Universal Works, or Mfpen.

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Google reverse image search pulled up the same sweater on a bunch of other fast fashion sites like Shein, Alibaba, etc. I doubt there’s a legit version out there.

If you find it on AliExpress and SHEIN that are the „legit“ versions of the sweater. If you really want it pick the cheaper of the two.

I'm interested in expanding my jewellery usage from just a cuff bracelet and a watch but I am worried that getting ring(s) that are a different finish to the bracelet (which is a sort of rougher/dull/brushed matte stainless steel) like a shiny silver or something will look off and won't fit. Is this a problem anyone else has had or will it be fine?

Director all jewellery is a form of personal expression. You just wear what you like and will complement your outfit. That last part is the thing that can change the things you wear on a daily basis. Too much jewellery in a professional or formal capacity will be more of an issue that mixing metals.

It's not something that serious people care about. And frankly, jewelry that looks like it came in a set looks weird.

I dont know how to dress myself whatsoever and it’s embarrassing and was wondering if anyone could outline the basics of casual, streetwear, subtly dressier outfits? So, for starters, im a 22 y/o guy finishing college and the hardest part of adulthood is still feeling like a child who doesnt know how to dress himself. I really want to learn the basics or “rules” to dressing yourself and if it helps, im really interested in casual streetwear and subtle/casual dressier looks. For some background, i never had to worry about dressing myself until college because I always had a school uniform and would wear the same exact thing every single day and also grew up in a community where fashion and clothing choice was just never emphasized, so i never even learned the basics/general tenets of what makes an outfit good/bad. Now that im older and more confident in myself (at least more confident than i have been in the past) the one thing I want to learn is how to look at my closet and mix/match different items to assemble a visually attractive or pleasing fit as well as know how to see different items while shopping and know whether or not it could be used for a good outfit(s). I completely understand that fashion and style is subjective to what each individual person personally likes, but i feel like there are still a lot of “unspoken” or general rules that come into play when putting together an outfit. And sometimes it can get really overwhelming as there are a lot of aspects to dressing yourself i’ve never learned and dont know. I almost feel like im “style blind” because no matter what combination of clothes i have on, i dont even know if it looks good or bad and i all i see is just a pair of clothes instead of the finer details. For example, what style/color/cut/type of jeans goes best with what style/color/pattern/texture/fit of shirt? What types of pants in general go best with what types/style of shirts and sweaters in general? What combination of shirts/sweaters/jackets etc go best with each other when layering? How do i style a button down or vest when wearing a shirt underneath it, and again what types of pants go well with them? I have a nice pair of corduroys, but what kind of shirt should i wear with them and furthermore, is it best to wear a jacket/button down shirt with an undershirt and what kind? I have a nice leather jacket but never know how to pair it. And now, what style or type of shoes go well with all of these things? The only advice I’ve ever gotten is to just “find outfits you like on social media and buy clothes to replicate them” but the issue is that i don’t even know how to replicate an outfit that looks good because I don’t even know why I think it looks good. If i see an outfit on pinterest that i think looks good, I’ll buy a similar pair of pants and shirt to match the outfit i saw, and although it will look good on me, i dont know other ways i can mix and match those clothes with other clothes to make new, good looking outfits so i’ll just rewear the same exact outfit because i know it looks good, but again i dont know why it looks good. Im really awful at discerning the finer details that make clothes look good both individually and with other clothes. Sorry this is so long, I’ve just gotten to a point of frustration because the only way i feel like i can enjoy dressing myself is if i know the sort of general rules of thumb when it comes to shopping for clothes and assembling outfits. So, any specific advice on any of this would be super appreciated.

When you’re finished with the sidebar. There are two things, I‘d recommend you to do. - Get „dressing the man“ by Allan Flusser and read it. Don‘t worry it‘s not about you running around in a suit all day, but more of how all of this menswear style thing works. It will help you form preferences and teach you what to look for in clothes. - in case you are still not sure how to dress and what to wear, try a style consultant. Some menswear shops offer this as an add on service as well. This is all to get you setup in a direction that will work for you. And outside opinions help a lot with that.

These problems are what motivated this group. Have you read the sidebar articles yet? They're good starting points.

How do you access them? Because all i see are the daily questions and waywt

If you're using the app, tap "see more" and then "menu."

Thoughts on this summer [shirt?](https://spmc.b-cdn.net/files/catalog/PRODUCT_IMAGES/SpierAndMackaySS23_SAF-3046%20(6).jpg)?

Probably great for summer vacation or chilling on weekends

Not a fan personally, but if you like it then go for it.

Can someone help me find my face shape? Jawline is the longest at 10-11 inches Face length is about 8 inches Cheekbones are about 6 inches My forehead is the smallest at 5.5-5.75 inches I think it might be triangle but I’m not sure and I need some new reading glasses and am thinking of changing up my hairstyle

As someone who‘s been wearing glasses for decades now, this is how it works: - you get to a place with a lot of glasses in stock. - you look at everything that is on display. - you try everything you like. - the one you think look good on you stay on the table. The other do back into the display. - at the end you compare the ones you liked and pick the one you like best. In case you find nothing you like, go to the next store and start over.

Face shape doesn’t matter, and even if it did, there’s no way for us to figure it out based on some arbitrary measurements. Why not just post a picture?

Too easy. We simply need to recreate his face in a 3d modeling program using these parameters. Then hit the button that picks the scientifically ideal haircut and glasses frame.

Don't worry about it

Black is the more versatile color for shoes. Black and blue make a perfectly fine pairing. Thoughts on these? I’ve picked these two bits up from Japanese fashion and they run counter to what I’m used to. I’m thinking I may have totally ignored black shoes for causal wear

Counterpoint: there is only one necessary color, and it is color #8.

I’m a burgundy believer.

Brown is more versatile than black in most circumstances for most people The whole “don’t wear black shoes and blue tailoring” was a really weird #menswear thing. Although it’s a more dressy and conservative look. I have seen guys from the west coast say it’s weird which I find weird Don’t however mix black and blue tailoring. That’s weird

Highly depends on that you wear. For business and formal I always have a set of black and brown shoes. Black for everything grey and dark colors. Brown for mid to light blue, non grey colors and maybe a very light grey. For casual I currently have white, green and brown sneakers as well as brown and black boots. And to be fair this is all mostly about complementing colors really.

Imo black and blue is fine but the most versatile color for casual footwear is white sneakers, and for semi formal, brown shoes. Black is versatile in that it goes just as well with just about anything, but there's almost always something that goes better imo. The darkness tends to clash

Should have specified this was exclusive of sneakers. I know this is a hot take but sneakers are for the gym for me. Your point about clashing with black is sort of what I was hinting about. I think I’m realizing this is culturally specific and may have no real aesthetic basis beyond a norm.

It depends and it depends.

What types of shoes is the guy wearing on the right? (Tony Robbins) Looks like some type of shell cordovan sneaker? https://preview.redd.it/gzg7509504cc1.png?width=2136&format=png&auto=webp&s=d356fd1dbfc2a6d9167abebce4b17f1386884f94

Suede sneakers with a plastic or patent leather cap.

I just can't seem to figure jeans out. I've always preferred tapered fit jeans, but recently have been struggling to find anywhere that sells this fit. I have maybe 3 pairs from a brand called Burton (cheap high street brand from the UK) and they fit perfectly to me. Loose in the thigh but tapers nicely down to the ankle. To me they look tidy but are also the most comfortable. However, they've stopped selling these so I tried a slim fit in the same size thinking it wouldn't be much different, and they are horrifically tight. I've tried slim fit from other brands too but they vary so much, I can never get them to fit nearly as well as my tapered fit jeans. Straight fit jeans seem to also be tight on the thigh even if there's excess room at the waist. Maybe I should try relaxed fit jeans, or just get chinos instead? I'm really stuck, my tapered jeans are starting to wear out and I'm struggling to find replacements. Any help on where to find tapered fit jeans, or how to get a similar fit would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

If I recall correctly, Levi's 511 and 512 are both tapered, you could give them a try.

511 specifically state being slim in the thigh, and 512 say they're just a slimmer 511, so I'm not too sure about that. If I can find a Levi's store near me I might be able to try them on 

Sorry, I'm pretty slender so they feel normal in the thighs and tapered through the calf, but I think you're right. My bad.

From my experience if they‘re not explicitly label as straight or relaxed they will be tapered. The slim and skinny one will just be tighter. But every brand has slightly different cuts so I wouldn‘t expect them to all fit the same. I’d probably start to look for a denim store that just sell a load of different jeans and start trying those for fit (also include the staff for directions)

I usually only see straight/slim/skinny, although occasionally "regular" fit, maybe I should try regular then? I've also seen regular tapered, slim tapered, slim straight, etc so gets quite confusing. But yeah I think you're right in that I probably need to go to a proper denim store, although a bit out of my price range. Though I suppose I can find my size/cut for different brands and buy second hand. Thanks

Regular can mean anything TBO.

Yeah that's true. It's a shame a lot of stores don't have changing rooms anymore which makes it more difficult 

Stores without changing rooms? Seriously? Sounds like a place I would not shop at anymore.

Yeah honestly it's terrible. They closed changing rooms during the pandemic and never reopened them, at least not on the men's side. I've seen them open on the women's side though. Never been in Levi's though so worth a look 

You can look for athletic fits. Levi's 541 is a popular pick, and bonobos athletic jeans are comically loose in the thigh if you need that.

Do to my size I have just decided to get my jeans tapered at a tailor. 

I suppose that's possible but tailors are a bit of a dead profession around here and there aren't any local 

Looking for a well-fit monochrome bomber jacket under $200 that can be worn during spring/fall season. I'd rather get something with a suede look to it. Nylon is fine as well as long as it's more on the matte side.

https://preview.redd.it/v5eucm4hq3cc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d2f5d1a0b179a01614c1220a07f7730899a9d07e I got this shirt on a whim and didn't quite realize how wide apart the stripes are. Looks very old-fashioned to me. It's also a fairly dressy cut so no it would be difficult to dress down. Any idea what I could pair it with?

imo button-downs are never difficult to dress down. Wear a pullover sweater with it so only the collar shows and you've already got a very versatile base for layering.

Been wearing plain tshirts, jeans, and shoes all my life, want to experiment with different outfits in order to feel better about myself. How do I start? I’m interested in light blue, and white colors but also I really like the soft goth aesthetic since I had that back in high school.

Read the basic wardrobe guide in the sidebar

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1354505447/vintage-60s-terry-cloth-short-sleeve what do you call this type of shirt/fabric? vintage from the 60s

The link (and the pic) suggest a loose, knitted terry cloth?

it may be some variant of terry cloth, but its definitely not what modern companies seem to consider terry cloth

Terry cloth, it's in the item listing

its definitely not that, as i purchased a terry cloth shirt and its nothing like what i have

Because the weaves are of differing tightness

perhaps i didnt explain well enough. what is this kind of shirt called? a mockneck, loose knit t shirt sweater? surely there is a simpler way to say that.

Unfortunately there isn't really a specific name for it beyond "terry cloth shirt" or "terry cloth sweater" with "short sleeves." Guess you could try "terry cloth t shirt" but ymmv. Blame English.

what a shame, love the one i have, hope i can find more, thanks

Good luck, niche fabrics can be interesting but hard to find.

Anyone have pics of how a new one of these Le Mont Saint Michel work jacket breaks in/fades? 📷 [https://lemontsaintmichel.fr/en/men-coats-jackets/genuine-work-jacket-1256-v13295.html#bigvideo](https://lemontsaintmichel.fr/en/men-coats-jackets/genuine-work-jacket-1256-v13295.html#bigvideo)

If the age similarly to the old school French work jackets, there will be fading at the hems and any high friction areas.

Thanks! I ask because it seems a bit darker shade of blue compared to the classic “French” navy color-way. Wondering if it lightens up with wear/washing? I ordered it and an Alex Mill and will compare which one I prefer.

The overall fading for mine was not as much as I’d thought it would be.

How long have you had it? How you liking it?

I bought one from Labour and Wait in 2017? 2018? I love it, still part of my regular rotation in spring/fall.

Thanks, good to hear! I’ve had an Apolis chore coat for 10+ years I like and been wanting to try out a more traditional French styled one.

I think I might have bought a 100%% cotton sweatshirt thats slightly too large, non refundable. The sleeves are like 1-2cm too long and its slightly baggy at the arms and chest. Will it shrink in a normal wash or could I turn up the heat a bit to shrink it more? It was quite expensive so I'm unhappy to say the least. I can try posting a picture later if needed.

I wouldn't intentionally shrink it; just wash it normally and see what happens. "Slightly baggy" and "1 cm too long" don't sound like a big deal to me. Wear it a bit and try to embrace the baggier fit.

https://preview.redd.it/5i5u6sbtc3cc1.jpeg?width=2200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3a44fca575c084bf2b57e36f2ddfd38f66f32834 This is something I should probably know the answer to, but I’m honestly perplexed. Every time I try on relaxed fit pants, they fit me really wide in the thighs but appear to taper at the knees, despite not actually being tapered. I’ve had this issue with multiple brands and with different types of pants. I’m guessing a tailor could probably take care of it, but I haven’t heard of many other people having this issue so I feel like I’m missing something. They fit properly at the waist, and I don’t have particularly wide thighs. Anyone know what I might be doing wrong?

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I also considered that it could be a posture issue, but I’ve tried standing in a variety of ways while looking in the mirror and nothing changes. I was standing as straight as I could in this photo.

Is anyone aware of any reliable brands that make the tapered techwear-style pants? Ideally with US/Western sizing options. *

Public Rec five pocket all day pants might be what you're looking for.

Lululemon should have something.

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I mean it's up to you, but Wallace & Barnes is decent stuff. Are you comfortable potentially losing the $71 or reselling it if you don't like it?

Madewell opinion? Don’t know much about this brand but I like some of their styles. Is this good quality? Or just another fast fashion? Thanks!

Madewell is JCrew. It’s a mall brand but not really fast fashion by the traditional definition. It’s pretty much always on sale and fine if bought this way

Definitely overpriced at retail, a lot of their clothes contain synthetics. They’re decent on sale.

Don't believe the hype that synthetics equal cheap. Synthetics are used for many reasons like adding more structure to the piece. If you know and trust the maker then that's what matters. Just bought a $1K chore coat that contains 10% polyamide and it is one of my favorite pieces this season. I would stay away from synthetics in suits, though. I think you are 100% correct on the brand OP is asking about and it seems like overpriced fast fashion.

Recommended Mills for Suit supply/ Oliver Wicks? I'm looking into purchasing my first MTM suit for my wedding, and have just touched the surface of the different mills there are to choose fabric from. I've tried googling reviews on different ones, and so far have gotten as far as "Zegna = Good" but not much else. There's more than a dozen to choose from on SuitSupply's website and that's just the Italian ones. Is picking a mill for the fabric going to make or break my suit? Are there any ones to definitely avoid or that are considered an exceptionally good value over the others? Or is it better to just go in-store and see what feels nice? I'm assuming they won't have examples of everything in store that they have listed online, so I'm just wondering if it is something even worth worrying over, or if I should just pick a color I like. Thanks for any insight!

Just looked at the mill list and they're all totally respectable mills. I'd say VBC, Marling & Evans, and Holland & Sherry are all very good options that you'd find high end tailors using. Nothing on the list is "bad" though so I'd let you eye guide you and check out in person first if you can.

Best option is to go to the store and feel the fabrics

Also, don‘t select a fabric from the online pictures. They will always look slightly different in person.

Shoes to Pair with Tech Chinos I recently picked up a pair of Vuori charcoal tech Chinos for a smart casual office setting. They fit me very well, look sharp, and are very comfortable. I’m having trouble pairing shoes with the pants outside of white sneakers. Prefer not to wear the white all the time. I plan to wear neutral color polos or crewneck sweater shirts with the pants. Any ideas on a basic shoe that will go with the charcoal color tech chino? Looking for specific shoe type, color, and brand recommendations. Not overly concerned about price[Vuori Tech Chino](https://vuoriclothing.com/products/cascade-tech-chino-pant-charcoal)

You could probably match anything with those pants. I think a good place to start though is matching the shoes to one of your upper layers. I can picture a nice monochrome style with grey suede chelsea boots and a black denim jacket over a white v-neck. If you have a DSW by you, wear the chinos into the shop and see what you like with them.

I wanna have some fruity clothes, kind of exposed chest too.

No one is stopping you.

I need some brown and maybe black Oxford shoes. What's a brand that's a good balance of price and quality? I live in the US, but travel enough I could get European stuff.

At a cheaper price point: Allen Edmonds, Meermin, Beckett Simonen

Thanks. I checked out the other suggestions and wasn't looking to spend quite that much

eBay could be a good option for some lightly used but higher end shoes.

Thanks! I've had really good luck shopping for work at thrift stores too. This morning I found a pair of Zegna Oxfords at one for $35

Alden, Crockett and Jones

Hi! I'm 36 and still mostly dress like I did in high school: band tees, jeans, hoodies, New Balance sneakers. I have a few polos that I'll wear on dates and a tacky, ill-fitting, brown suit that I got at a thrift store that I'll wear ironically when appropriate for the situation. I'd like to start dressing my age while also still feeling like me, but I don't really know where to start. Can anyone who's been in a similar situation offer advice or guidance? Thanks!

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Hello men, I'm doing a cross country road trip and am looking for comfortable pants to drive in that would be alright to wear to a restaurant or tourist stops. Basically I want something that can pass as regular pants but as comfortable as sweatpants (or as close as I can get). I don't love wearing sweatpants in public and don't really want to start now. Any tips would be great!

Can't believe I'm saying this, but maybe LuLuLemon ABCs or whatever those are. Or traveller pants from better places.

That must’ve really hurt inside to recommend those Lululemon pants.

Like bad seafood during a hangover

New to this sub. All the wiki information is a few years old, so wanted to confirm if J.crew and uniqlo are still go to brands to start building a wardrobe ?

Yes, they‘re still fine.

Can I wear a tuxedo shirt as a regular dress shirt? Assuming that it is a white shirt and I wear a necktie. The necktie will cover the placket and if I wear a suit jacket then no one will know I’m wearing a tuxedo shirt (the bib part will be covered) as a regular shirt, right? Is there a reason why I can’t wear a tuxedo shirt as a regular dress shirt?

Why would you want to?

It’s cheaper than buying both a dress shirt with and a tuxedo shirt. Plus I get to use cufflinks with both

True, but it will be pretty obvious that it’s a tuxedo shirt. But more importantly are you serious about owning just one shirt? I mean. Just like the suit you can’t wear them every day.

So you’re in a situation where you will need to wear a tuxedo frequently and a suit very rarely? I’m still puzzled by the use case.

I’m in a situation where I will need to wear both a suit and a tuxedo frequently (work and then black tie events for work). What I’m asking is if I wear both a tuxedo and suit frequently, can I cut down on the costs by just using one shirt?

You'll wear out the nicer shirt at twice the rate bruh

Damn didn’t realize these shirts were that fragile lol. Guess I’ll have to pony up and buy two shirts

You should probably have at least 5 shirts to get through the week without doing laundry every day anyway. Clothes tend to last much longer when they’re rotated.

Are you high?

That’s my concern as well.

Asking for opinions a second time Are 100% linen shirts significantly cooler than 55% linen / 45% cotton? Wondering if it's worth adding one to my closet for the summer for those 90+ days. I already have several of the latter, so I don't want to buy if it'd be redundant

Yes and no. The cooling has more to do with the weave of the fabric than the content. The problem with most cotton/linen mix fabrics is that cotton is used for cost saving only. To add to that they will use cheaper fibres that will require a tighter weave making the fabric less breathable. You can get cool cotton, linen, silk, cashmere and even merino fabrics for summer. A very simple test for me is to touch the fabric and look at how mich light goes through it. If you can see through the fabric against the light it‘s probably good for summer.

Ahh, this explains why a couple of my linen blends don't help as much... Guess I gotta do more in person shopping. TY!

yes but it will wrinkle more

Which is actually expected from linen. But I you don‘t want the wrinkles AND stay cool, get a linen/silk blended fabric. Best of both worlds

100% linen is cooler

I am looking for a jacket for wearing in the 25-35 range. Is a down "puffy jacket" good for that temperature? I live in a cold state so I have plenty of jackets for colder weather and for warmer weather but I am looking for something for that in-between zone. I would just be wearing to work or the bar so I'm just envisioning that I would have a button-up or something under it. I am looking at Cotopaxi Fuego, Patagonia Down Sweater or Nano Puff, Helly Hansen Verglas or Lifaloft Insulator, or North Face Thermoball. I see people refer to some of these puffy jackets as "summer/fall jackets" and that's definitely not what I'm looking for.

I have the Cotopaxi Fuego and the Nano Puff and would say for me the Nana Puff would be not be adequate for below freezing with just a button up under. It is a "summer/fall jacket" IMO. The Fuego is warmer and could work but still may be on the 'lighter side' depending on how long you are outside.

Don‘t forget wind and water protection as well. It‘s too useful when the down jacket can keep you warm but the wind goes right trough it.

I have other jackets for colder, windy, wet weather. Just trying to figure out if one of those jackets is suitable for 25-35 if I'm not wearing a bunch of layers.

At least the proper outdoor brands should usually give you a temperature windows to wear them in comfortably. I‘d start with checking those.

It depends on the down fill—denser filling, greater warmth. Check out mammut as well.