THE FBG Fashion Thread :style: (3 Viewers)

[Binky The Doormat]

Has anyone tried Trunk Club?

Overall decent yelp scores - but some very telling bad ones.

Yeah, I read that one...and a few others. Besides Yelp I found some helpful reviews of the actual stylist I'm meeting with next week. I've found a ton of reviews that gave first/last name of various stylists and she seems solid (I did this before I responded & agreed to come to the clubhouse on Madison Ave.)

Seems like very good quality, pricey and varying quality of service.

Anyway, I'll report back. Expecting to drop at least $2K and possibly as much as 8-10K on this experience, so hopefully I enjoy it.

If anyone else has tried it, would love to hear how it went for you.

How about a store consultant - saw the Nordstrom personal shopper thing in another comment. Seems like paying $350 for shirts, etc. just isn't necessary for cool, quality stuff.

 

[BobbyLayne]

Has anyone tried Trunk Club?

Overall decent yelp scores - but some very telling bad ones.

Yeah, I read that one...and a few others. Besides Yelp I found some helpful reviews of the actual stylist I'm meeting with next week. I've found a ton of reviews that gave first/last name of various stylists and she seems solid (I did this before I responded & agreed to come to the clubhouse on Madison Ave.)

Seems like very good quality, pricey and varying quality of service.

Anyway, I'll report back. Expecting to drop at least $2K and possibly as much as 8-10K on this experience, so hopefully I enjoy it.

If anyone else has tried it, would love to hear how it went for you.

How about a store consultant - saw the Nordstrom personal shopper thing in another comment. Seems like paying $350 for shirts, etc. just isn't necessary for cool, quality stuff.

Have you done that? How'd that go?

 

[BobbyLayne]

I'm actually not sure what to expect from a price point perspective. I think I picked casual & business casual. My buddy's wife got him Trunk Club as a gift & he posted a pic of his first trunk. I'd have to go look up how much was in there but he had it all laid out on his bed & said if he kept everything it was going to be like $475. So it's not all $350 shirts.

 

[Binky The Doormat]

Has anyone tried Trunk Club?

Overall decent yelp scores - but some very telling bad ones.

Yeah, I read that one...and a few others. Besides Yelp I found some helpful reviews of the actual stylist I'm meeting with next week. I've found a ton of reviews that gave first/last name of various stylists and she seems solid (I did this before I responded & agreed to come to the clubhouse on Madison Ave.)

Seems like very good quality, pricey and varying quality of service.

Anyway, I'll report back. Expecting to drop at least $2K and possibly as much as 8-10K on this experience, so hopefully I enjoy it.

If anyone else has tried it, would love to hear how it went for you.

How about a store consultant - saw the Nordstrom personal shopper thing in another comment. Seems like paying $350 for shirts, etc. just isn't necessary for cool, quality stuff.

Have you done that? How'd that go?

No, I know you were asking about personal experiences. As I was reading the yelp reviews someone suggested Nordstrom had the personal shoppers. Seems like a decent option as well. Maybe try it if the TC doesn't work out.

I like the personal service deal but would like to know it was more likely an ongoing relationship. If my job depended on looking more sharp than my competitors (in/out of office) to get an edge or was still in the hunt for women I would definitely go that direction.

 

[El Floppo]

Has anyone tried Trunk Club?

I think Fish has. or somebody else in the Jimtan.

 

[wilked]

Looking good is not nearly as complicated as most of you make it.

1. Buy quality - it is obvious when you buy cheap ####

2. Buy classic - leave trendy for the 'try too hard' crowd

3. Make sure everything fits perfect - find a good tailor and use him liberally. Expect to spend 30% of your clothes budget on tailoring

Instead of paying whatever people are talking about for Trunk Club, buy a book like this

http://www.amazon.com/Details-Mens-Style-Manual-Ultimate/dp/159240328X

Learn some very basic classic looks / styles, learn basics of matching clothes, and you will be miles ahead.

 

[Ilov80s]

My dream is to have enough money to buy 75% of my clothes from Brooks Brothers.

 

[TripItUp]

I'm looking for a solid pair of black dress shoes to wear with suits...I love the shoes in the link below, but don't really want to drop 7 hundo.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/churchs-dubai-oxford-men/4155213?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=730

thoughts on a similar looking shoe in the 200-300 range?  Looking at these...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to-boot-new-york-cap-toe-oxford/3743702?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Parma+Black&resultback=489

 

[offdee]

I'm looking for a solid pair of black dress shoes to wear with suits...I love the shoes in the link below, but don't really want to drop 7 hundo.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/churchs-dubai-oxford-men/4155213?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=730

thoughts on a similar looking shoe in the 200-300 range?  Looking at these...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to-boot-new-york-cap-toe-oxford/3743702?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Parma+Black&resultback=489

No need to be buying from Nordstroms.  Go to Zappos.com and put in search "mens black wingtips"

 

[rockaction]

My dream is to have enough money to buy 75% of my clothes from Brooks Brothers.

Nice sentiment. Paul Fussell can fuss around and call it middle class, but I want my suits from that place. Or CK. Or Polo. Or...

c'mon this is about money as much as it is about style, right?  

 

[Major]

I'm looking for a solid pair of black dress shoes to wear with suits...I love the shoes in the link below, but don't really want to drop 7 hundo.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/churchs-dubai-oxford-men/4155213?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=730

thoughts on a similar looking shoe in the 200-300 range?  Looking at these...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to-boot-new-york-cap-toe-oxford/3743702?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Parma+Black&resultback=489

If you want to save cash on designer gear, sites like Gilt and 6pm generally have good deals on the basics.  Good deal here:  http://www.6pm.com/testoni-basic-d45673mim-nero-tivoli-calf

 

[saintfool]

Too Boot is pretty good quality. I have bought their stuff a few times and been happy. You might look at Frye. It's a heritage brand in some ways but it's really well made. Mangnanni is also good quality with a Euro-style touch without being too flashy. Check Neiman's Last Call site for them and you could get a good deal.

 

[mr. furley]

Too Boot is pretty good quality. I have bought their stuff a few times and been happy. You might look at Frye. It's a heritage brand in some ways but it's really well made. Mangnanni is also good quality with a Euro-style touch without being too flashy. Check Neiman's Last Call site for them and you could get a good deal.

how many people tell you that you look just like that dreamy Soviet agent from The Americans, Costa Ronin?

 

[Shrugs]

eBay has 20% back in eBay bucks on fashion purchases through tomorrow. Most ever.

 

[saintfool]

how many people tell you that you look just like that dreamy Soviet agent from The Americans, Costa Ronin?

you mean daily, weekly, monthly or yearly?

 

[wilked]

I'm looking for a solid pair of black dress shoes to wear with suits...I love the shoes in the link below, but don't really want to drop 7 hundo.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/churchs-dubai-oxford-men/4155213?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=730

thoughts on a similar looking shoe in the 200-300 range?  Looking at these...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to-boot-new-york-cap-toe-oxford/3743702?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Parma+Black&resultback=489

Wow, way too shiny.  These are a great present for your grandpa, but I would warn against buying them.

I typically use bluefly for shoes, let me show you a pair that will get you noticed at a wedding (in a good way)

 

[wilked]

They're out of stock at moment but I had my eyes on these for a while.  

http://www.bluefly.com/Gucci-dark-cocoa-burnished-leather-wing-tip-oxfords/newarrivals-cat60004/305588601/detail.fly

Light years better than the one you posted

 

[TripItUp]

They're out of stock at moment but I had my eyes on these for a while.  

http://www.bluefly.com/Gucci-dark-cocoa-burnished-leather-wing-tip-oxfords/newarrivals-cat60004/305588601/detail.fly

Light years better than the one you posted

I do like those, just wish they were black.

 

[mr. furley]

you mean daily, weekly, monthly or yearly?

let's go hourly for now

 

[saintfool]

I do like those, just wish they were black.

Not wingtips but still pretty slick.

 

[offdee]

I'm looking for a solid pair of black dress shoes to wear with suits...I love the shoes in the link below, but don't really want to drop 7 hundo.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/churchs-dubai-oxford-men/4155213?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=730

thoughts on a similar looking shoe in the 200-300 range?  Looking at these...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to-boot-new-york-cap-toe-oxford/3743702?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Parma+Black&resultback=489

Hautelook has a Bruno Magli sale going on today. $450+ shoes for $200 type of sales. Includes some black wing tips.  Check it out. 

 

[TripItUp]

Hautelook has a Bruno Magli sale going on today. $450+ shoes for $200 type of sales. Includes some black wing tips.  Check it out. 

I'm about to pull the trigger on those...looks like a great buy.

 

[wilked]

Couple Cole Haan's on sale today.  Both decent options for budget-friendly dress shoes

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGS7Q/

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGF2O

 

[saintfool]

Couple Cole Haan's on sale today.  Both decent options for budget-friendly dress shoes

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGS7Q/

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGF2O

Cole Haan has not been a good brand for me. I had a pair that almost disintegrated after a year of regular use. I think they lost something when Nike bought them.

 

[Binky The Doormat]

Cole Haan has not been a good brand for me. I had a pair that almost disintegrated after a year of regular use. I think they lost something when Nike bought them.

Agreed.  They are NOT what they used to be.  Had no idea that Nike had bought them.  

The lower quality thing makes more sense now.  

 

[5Rings]

Looking for some dress casual shoes, something between wing tips and flip flops....

 

[eoMMan]

Couple Cole Haan's on sale today.  Both decent options for budget-friendly dress shoes

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGS7Q/

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVQGF2O

$200 is budget friendly?

Please don't steal Major's schtick.

 

[Shrugs]

Looking for some dress casual shoes, something between wing tips and flip flops....

Loafers?

 

[wilked]

$200 is budget friendly?

Please don't steal Major's schtick.

They were on sale for $100 when I posted.

Snooze you lose...

 

[flapgreen]

Loafers?

Loafers are hideous 

 

[flapgreen]

Looking for some dress casual shoes, something between wing tips and flip flops....

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0113P6YIC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=men%27s%20leather%20sneakers&nodeID=7147441011&qid=1458246063&ref_=sr_1_25&refinements=p_85:2470955011&rps=1&s=apparel&sr=1-25&linkCode=sl1&tag=dappered-20&linkId=ec7f31e4501ac287856ae61800d773d4&th=1&psc=1

 

[bud29]

What is the FFA's opinion of salmon-colored shorts? Was looking into buying some last night, but couldn't find a shirt that I liked with them.

 

[Major]

What is the FFA's opinion of salmon-colored shorts? Was looking into buying some last night, but couldn't find a shirt that I liked with them.

 often wear them with navy blue, black or white

 

[Major]

Loafers are hideous 

I have a feeling you're the last person in the world people should be taking fashion advice from

 

[Major]

Looking for some dress casual shoes, something between wing tips and flip flops....

say no more bruh:

http://www.barneys.com/valentino-hard-walk-sandals-503638035.html

 

[5Rings]

say no more bruh:

http://www.barneys.com/valentino-hard-walk-sandals-503638035.html

 Pure awesome 

 

[bud29]

 often wear them with navy blue, black or white

Wore them out yesterday with a light blue shirt and some sperrys. I gotta say, that's the most compliments I've ever gotten from hot women in one night. I had no idea. 

 

[Major]

Wore them out yesterday with a light blue shirt and some sperrys. I gotta say, that's the most compliments I've ever gotten from hot women in one night. I had no idea. 

Chicks dig pink/salmon.  Should get yourself a nice button down as well just don't wear both at the same time  

 

[Ilov80s]

Chicks dig pink/salmon.  Should get yourself a nice button down as well just don't wear both at the same time  

Funny you post that. I saw a guy out today with salmon shorts and a pink dress shirt. It was really confusing. Why would anyone think that was a good idea?

 

[The Dude]

Any thoughts on quality good looking tee shirts for men for summer?  Something with a little style....

 

[TripItUp]

Any thoughts on quality good looking tee shirts for men for summer?  Something with a little style....

Just don't do V necks...almost as bad as cargo shorts.

Tighter fitting shirts are in too.

 

[mr. furley]

Just don't do V necks...

wat

 

[wilked]

Any thoughts on quality good looking tee shirts for men for summer?  Something with a little style....

Uniqlo has full supima shirts for like $10.  They fit nice and hold up.  Stick with solid colors in general, no words on your shirts, keep it simple...

 

[TripItUp]

wat

2009 called

 

[Major]

Just don't do V necks...almost as bad as cargo shorts.

Tighter fitting shirts are in too.

Guess it depends where you live but the trend is toward longer, looser fitting shirts

 

[wilked]

I don't profess to keep up with the trends, but I can say that a well-fitting t-shirt has been in style as long as you, your parents, and your grandparents were alive.

Don't get a tight-fit one.

Don't get a loose-fit one.

Just get one that fits well.  

 

[Spike]

Cole Haan has not been a good brand for me. I had a pair that almost disintegrated after a year of regular use. I think they lost something when Nike bought them.

Same here.  I bought a pair of the Nike Air loafers a few years back and they developed a squeak (in both shoes) within the first year.

Would like to get something similar to a pair of these.

Hoping to spent no more than $150.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

 

[mr. furley]

2009 called

v-neck shirts have been popular since my grandfather wore them in the 40s

 

[Bull Dozier]

v-neck shirts have been popular since my grandfather wore them in the 40s

Yeah, I'd say as long as the V doesn't stretch down too far (I prefer them to be right up to my neck), they are among the classic items that never go out of style.

 

[rascal]

Not really a fashion question, but what regular maintenance is good for shoes and suits?

I've got a couple of Johnston & Murphy shoes recently and I want them to have a long life.  How often do you clean/polish/etc?  Any recommendations for shoe trees?

For suits I know you are not supposed to wash/dryclean more than absolutely required, but how often do you brush them and what with?