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I don't love the pattern on the inside of the cuffs, but sometimes it can look OK. I wouldn't rule it out permanently like I would with solid polo shirts.
I don't like it but is your point that it's a "fat guy" style?http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_WSG7WieIAvE/TFX8h_0cYbI/AAAAAAAAH5I/2pkXaGitWnQ/s1600/117060_D_3803_pre.jpgI like them...Most of the time the pattern on the cuff are on solids shirts so they just add a hint pattern to break up the plainness.:notebook:Disagree.Oof. Any shirt that has pattern on the inside of the cuffs...run, run away fast!English Laundry, 7 Diamonds, basically all the random shirts you buy at The Buckle in the mall are not :style:Yes some of them can get out of hand but the shirts that they scale back on are sharp. They are also made very well and have a nice fit.HereEnglish Laundry are those shirts that are always on sale at discount Neimans and Saks stores? They're like a business man's Ed Hardy :style:Yuck. I prefer Ben Sherman.I may be in the minority but I am a fan of English Laundry shirts..Looking for some advice on button down shirts to wear with jeans, for going out yet somewhat casual. Weekend date night dinners, barhopping, etc. Have been going untucked in the past but not sure what's "in" nowadays. Hoing to pick up a few before flying to Vegas on Saturday, any help appreciated.
Also, struggling to find shirts / sweaters for casual day to day wear in the fall / winter. Cycling through the few that I have but need to add a bunch more to the queue, suggestions?
As always, TIA.
Oh btw, picked up a few Brooks Brothers shirts at a black friday sale (first time I've gone) for $30 a pop, nice shirts.![]()
Wolverine 100 Mile Boots these are well over $100 but you cant go wrong with these. If $325-$350 is much too high, you can try some Frye's in the $150+ range.So I have around 100 dollars of amazon.com credit.
I need a pair of stylish black leather boots. Suggestions?
frye is a personal favorite too. great value, i think. i also recommend camper shoes/boots because they are well-made and slick.Wolverine 100 Mile Boots these are well over $100 but you cant go wrong with these. If $325-$350 is much too high, you can try some Frye's in the $150+ range.So I have around 100 dollars of amazon.com credit.
I need a pair of stylish black leather boots. Suggestions?
It's the character from Modern Family who enjoys making love to another man.I don't like it but is your point that it's a "fat guy" style?
I went with the lighter shoe, and am wearing them today for casual Friday. They are actually darker in real life so that's good.Now, my question for fellow chukka wearers: Is there a way to make them more comfortable against he back of the heel? Particularly the area between the heel and the lower calf. With every step and flex of the ankle, the back of the boot kind of scrapes up against the lower calf. I'm wearing athletic socks, but I think it'll get annoying after walking more than a few blocks.If you prefer something in the middle go beeswax. Rub some leather protector lotion on them which will automatically darken a shade. Then as you wear them they should naturally darken a bit more through scuffing, water, etcWhich color should I get? Beeswax or dark brown? I wish there was something in between. The dark brown is a bit reddish to me.I never knew what these were called. I was looking for some sort of bootish shoe.Get some nice chukkas from Clarks![]()
Do you have them tied too tight? I personally dont even tie the laces on my chukka boots that I have....keep it casual my friend.I went with the lighter shoe, and am wearing them today for casual Friday. They are actually darker in real life so that's good.Now, my question for fellow chukka wearers: Is there a way to make them more comfortable against he back of the heel? Particularly the area between the heel and the lower calf. With every step and flex of the ankle, the back of the boot kind of scrapes up against the lower calf. I'm wearing athletic socks, but I think it'll get annoying after walking more than a few blocks.If you prefer something in the middle go beeswax. Rub some leather protector lotion on them which will automatically darken a shade. Then as you wear them they should naturally darken a bit more through scuffing, water, etcWhich color should I get? Beeswax or dark brown? I wish there was something in between. The dark brown is a bit reddish to me.I never knew what these were called. I was looking for some sort of bootish shoe.Get some nice chukkas from Clarks![]()
I have those too. They should break-in some.Also, go to Zappo's, find the shoe (easy), and read through all the reviews. Eventually, you'll probly read about your same problem and you should discover some solutions for it.I went with the lighter shoe, and am wearing them today for casual Friday. They are actually darker in real life so that's good.Now, my question for fellow chukka wearers: Is there a way to make them more comfortable against he back of the heel? Particularly the area between the heel and the lower calf. With every step and flex of the ankle, the back of the boot kind of scrapes up against the lower calf. I'm wearing athletic socks, but I think it'll get annoying after walking more than a few blocks.If you prefer something in the middle go beeswax. Rub some leather protector lotion on them which will automatically darken a shade. Then as you wear them they should naturally darken a bit more through scuffing, water, etcWhich color should I get? Beeswax or dark brown? I wish there was something in between. The dark brown is a bit reddish to me.I never knew what these were called. I was looking for some sort of bootish shoe.Get some nice chukkas from Clarks![]()
Suede wont be friendly with snow and moisture. Those are good boots, but get the leather versions. Believe there were some links in the recent couple of pages of this thread.Looking at picking up some Chukkas soon. With the MN winter arriving, would these be a good bet? Anyone have any experience with Clarks holding up through the winter? Would probably be my everyday shoe/boot.
I'd be a little hesitant to purchase used clothing online. The sizing may be altered or the condition not up to par.http://anaffordablewardrobe.bigcartel.com./category/suits-and-jacketsHas anyone ever purchased from this site? Looks like there are some great deals to be had, but I can't find any reviews.
Thanks for the tip...did some Major damage there. Great selection and not picked over. Picked up those Bruno Magli loafers for $115Heads-Up!!
CladMen.com is going out of business. Everything is an extra 25% off while sizes last. That is in addition to any regular sale going on.
I just purchased a $90 John Varvatos USA slim fit dress shirt for $27
There were some nice Bruno Maglis (~400 retail) going for ~115. Barely missed out on those.
You should've seen these bad boy's fly. http://www.cladmen.com/on-sale/cap-toe-oxfords.html$115, but no stock in my size...now they're completely wiped outThanks for the tip...did some Major damage there. Great selection and not picked over. Picked up those Bruno Magli loafers for $115Heads-Up!!
CladMen.com is going out of business. Everything is an extra 25% off while sizes last. That is in addition to any regular sale going on.
I just purchased a $90 John Varvatos USA slim fit dress shirt for $27
There were some nice Bruno Maglis (~400 retail) going for ~115. Barely missed out on those.![]()
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you should get that heel hollowed out and put some water and a goldfish in there.
now that's :style:
freakin' genius! You're now refined + disheveled all in one cohesive look.Your son is a :style: visionary.You guys will get a kick out of this:
My 8 year old son invented The Double Zipper Technique - wherein the inner jacket is zippered to the outer jacket.
I think we'll be seeing Brad Pitt rocking this look some day![]()
:style: don't do wallets in the back pocket. They do money clips in the front pocket. We also only carry $20 bills or greater.http://cdn.taylorgifts.com/images/products/p40827_500.jpgWhat type of wallets are the style guys rocking? Please no louis v, coach, crap.
freakin' genius! You're now refined + disheveled all in one cohesive look.Your son is a :style: visionary.You guys will get a kick out of this:
My 8 year old son invented The Double Zipper Technique™ - wherein the inner jacket is zippered to the outer jacket.
I think we'll be seeing Brad Pitt rocking this look some day![]()

I'm a big jfold guy. Good quality and not too pricey...i think cladmen.com has some specials: http://www.cladmen.com/on-sale/perforated-leather-wallet.htmlWhat type of wallets are the style guys rocking? Please no louis v, coach, crap.
They have changed GB. Glad you got a pair while the quality lasted. Most of the quality selvedge denim is going to cost you. I think the cheapest I know of is APC which run about $160 or so. That's why the GAP deal was so great. http://www.mrporter.com/product/300511?cm_mmc=ProductSearch-_-US-_-Jeans-_-NewWhat's the latest thinking on non decorative selvedge jeans. Bought a pair of the Gap on recommendation here and like them a lot. http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=33182&vid=1&pid=889082 But reading the comments on the site looks like they've drastically changed their quality. Thoughts on something similar?
J
Thanks.JThey have changed GB. Glad you got a pair while the quality lasted. Most of the quality selvedge denim is going to cost you. I think the cheapest I know of is APC which run about $160 or so. That's why the GAP deal was so great. http://www.mrporter.com/product/300511?cm_mmc=ProductSearch-_-US-_-Jeans-_-NewWhat's the latest thinking on non decorative selvedge jeans. Bought a pair of the Gap on recommendation here and like them a lot. http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=33182&vid=1&pid=889082 But reading the comments on the site looks like they've drastically changed their quality. Thoughts on something similar?
J
APCs are great. Unfortunately these days they are going to run you about $175. Price keeps going up.They have changed GB. Glad you got a pair while the quality lasted. Most of the quality selvedge denim is going to cost you. I think the cheapest I know of is APC which run about $160 or so. That's why the GAP deal was so great. http://www.mrporter.com/product/300511?cm_mmc=ProductSearch-_-US-_-Jeans-_-NewWhat's the latest thinking on non decorative selvedge jeans. Bought a pair of the Gap on recommendation here and like them a lot. http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=33182&vid=1&pid=889082 But reading the comments on the site looks like they've drastically changed their quality. Thoughts on something similar?
J
GiltJackthreads (this is a little more urban and younger crowd, but decent stuff every once in a while)Any other sites like Cladmen.com? I like their selection and pricing.
Have similar. I try to find as slim a wallet as possible. Currently have a bifold w/ money clip in the middle.:style: don't do wallets in the back pocket. They do money clips in the front pocket. We also only carry $20 bills or greater.http://cdn.taylorgifts.com/images/products/p40827_500.jpgWhat type of wallets are the style guys rocking? Please no louis v, coach, crap.
been to similar weddings in Colombia and Venezuela and refuse to wear that linen crap.....my go to is nice white pants and a seersucker blazer....not a fan of the khaki look here but you get the idea: http://www.bonobos.com/gatsby-s-goneWill be attending a Wedding in Fort Lauderdale at the end of the month on a boat. Grew up with the groom in NJ but the bride and her family are from Columbia, they both have been living in Miami for a few years.
Along with the invite, there was a note about dress for the wedding: "Linen suits, flowing sundresses, or crisp guayaberas".
I'm not buying a linen suit for this, looks like a guayabear is some type of shirt.
Suggestions for what to wear to this thing? TIA
Allen Edmonds shoes: thumbs up or down?now that's :style:
Great quality. Owner of two pairs and they've held up well. I think they have some sort of warranty where you can get them resoled professionally by Allen Edmonds for a small fee. Good value b/c they last and never go out of :style: (doubt they ever made square toe)Allen Edmonds shoes: thumbs up or down?now that's :style:
I picked up two pairs last month and they are the first "pointy toe" shoes I really like. Very comfortable, and I've even taken wearing them with jeans out instead of my motorcycle boots. Yes, my wife thinks her caveman is growing upGreat quality. Owner of two pairs and they've held up well. I think they have some sort of warranty where you can get them resoled professionally by Allen Edmonds for a small fee. Good value b/c they last and never go out of :style: (doubt they ever made square toe)Allen Edmonds shoes: thumbs up or down?now that's :style:
Glad to hear the :style: guru likes Like "jackets" better than "these type". Would be much better in black. Real leather is preferred as well, but at least with "jackets" you have the fabric on the waist and sleeves which makes it more informal and can get away easier with fake leather.In regards to "these types" eppaulats (sp?) on the shoulders is no longer :style:Thoughts on these type of jackets?
I've noticed that the anti-square toe movement is strongest in the gay community. I'm not sure why they care what straight men wear.
or really just anyone with a bit sense of what looks good