EPTIf clothing is an art, why spend the most money on the piece that is going to be seen the least?
Men's Fashion Thread - Page 71
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
If clothing is an art, why spend the most money on the piece that is going to be seen the least? | ||
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Reno(TE)
United Kingdom434 Posts
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Otolia
France5805 Posts
On October 10 2012 07:31 StateofReverie wrote: The sneakers are like the 2nd to last part that I notice on MEN. Women's shoe wear is a completely different matter.... If clothing is an art, why spend the most money on the piece that is going to be seen the least? The poster above you spends on one piece cloth what I spend in one month for food. That should give you an idea of how some people think. | ||
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
On October 10 2012 07:44 Otolia wrote: The poster above you spends on one piece cloth what I spend in one month for food. That should give you an idea of how some people think. well....not to be misdirected I like clothes. If I can afford it, I will buy it pretty much. I love reppin hugo boss man | ||
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Juliette
United States6003 Posts
On October 10 2012 07:31 StateofReverie wrote: The sneakers are like the 2nd to last part that I notice on MEN. Women's shoe wear is a completely different matter.... If clothing is an art, why spend the most money on the piece that is going to be seen the least? Some people see shoes first. Because it shows an attention to detail, that even a minute detail is cared for And ya what SoR said. I can so i will. I'm a ysl whore lol | ||
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
On October 10 2012 08:57 Juliette wrote: Some people see shoes first. Because it shows an attention to detail, that even a minute detail is cared for And ya what SoR said. I can so i will. I'm a ysl whore lol Ya I guess just like a really expensive watch will really stand out on your wrist if you are wearing cheap clothes next to it and so attention is directed toward the watch | ||
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Juliette
United States6003 Posts
The point is to have everything be at a standard level of quality tho. Not just 1 really nice piece to make it stand out, but having everything generally nice but remembered. Look like not even a shoelace out of place. As for why spend a ton of money... Dunno. But nice shoes are ez way to step up how you look. Also on Zara, i have a few things. Not the best quality every (prices a bit high for it) but there's some designs and cuts i like | ||
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dgsdm
198 Posts
On October 10 2012 07:43 Reno(TE) wrote: What do you guys think about the clothing range Zara produce? I think they can have some nice things but only on sale! | ||
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
On October 10 2012 10:56 Juliette wrote: Totaly thought u were replying to yourself lol The point is to have everything be at a standard level of quality tho. Not just 1 really nice piece to make it stand out, but having everything generally nice but remembered. Look like not even a shoelace out of place. As for why spend a ton of money... Dunno. But nice shoes are ez way to step up how you look. Also on Zara, i have a few things. Not the best quality every (prices a bit high for it) but there's some designs and cuts i like I dress differently almost every time I go out. Different outfit set because that's my style. Sometimes a shoelace out of place is meant to be out of place too | ||
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Juliette
United States6003 Posts
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andyrau
13015 Posts
On October 09 2012 23:27 Cambium wrote: Alden and AE are unfortunately at different price points. I think AE makes wonderful entry level shoes (you can get fifth ave for 229 right now) and they make resoling so easy (though expensive). Alden sort of developed a cult following over the years that really drove up their prices (try shoemart for 2nds), and they really aren't worth it for calf. Cordovan are different stories, and I don't have any experience with either. I say just stick with AE sales and 2nds, you can probably pick up some really nice stuff for 2x price of Aldo, and they are 200% worth it. Speaking of boots: Thinking of picking this up: Japanese artisan with Japanese leather. Roughly $700, could be a winter 'investment' Really amazing stuff here: http://motostyle.jp/leather-silver/item/mensboots/mens-top.html actually aldens are pretty much at the same price as AE barring the latter's sales. a difference of 50-100 dollars isn't much considering both cost anywhere between 200-400, and 500-600 for cordovans. They're both mid-tier, quality leather goods. speaking of cordovan shoes, I don't own it but the difference between it and saddle/bridle leather is night and day. The artisan shoes you linked look amazing but they're seriously out of most of our budgets. just like these ;o; http://www.grenson.co.uk/en_us/shop/0007-25742 On October 10 2012 07:43 Reno(TE) wrote: What do you guys think about the clothing range Zara produce? zara used to have top-quality clothing but since ~08 they started going through major brand dilution. their stuff is comparable to asos now, which doesn't have great quality to begin with but it's cheap. | ||
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Blisse
Canada3710 Posts
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
On October 10 2012 13:17 Blisse wrote: How do you guys feel about hoodies? I'm just a student so I mix and match hoodies for the most part. Saw some really nice clothes the time I went to the States, but I'm Canadian so clothes are more expensive and less varied with less brand selection. ![[image loading]](http://www.julesb.co.uk/menswear-1/zokker-hooded-sweatshirt-711048-597273_medium.jpg) my favorite fucking hoodie...its so comfortable and sexy black edit: mine is black | ||
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Aerisky
United States12128 Posts
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Belha
Italy2850 Posts
On October 10 2012 07:43 Reno(TE) wrote: What do you guys think about the clothing range Zara produce? Very stylish clothes, mid-low quality but lovelly designs. And some amazing prices at sales. Oh and the sizes are very smallish, like zara XL is like an L or an M in any other brand. | ||
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Zinnwaldite
Norway1567 Posts
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StateofReverie
United States633 Posts
On October 10 2012 13:37 Aerisky wrote: Out of curiosity, how does the Boss Orange hoodie differ from a normal one? What would you say makes it better and whatnot. Perhaps not compared to a cheap H&M $20 hoodie etc, but in general? Well this one was about 80 euros. The material gives off no static electricity. Static electriity on other clothes fucks my headphones up a bit so that's one. Designer clothes are also made to last. The quality of the clothes means you can expect it to last easily 4-5 years with normal wear. Also they look nice and they pretty much it is a completely different feeling when you feel it against your skin because just the overall quality of clothing is simply superior. Go window shopping and check out some nice clothes at a big retailer store to see the difference tbh also this hoodie is designed for spring-summer use. It's extremely thin so it's not something that can really be used when it gets colder | ||
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Aerisky
United States12128 Posts
Hm, how often do you tend to wear one article of clothing? Since I had never been particularly fashion-conscious, I tend to find a piece of outerwear that I like a lot and end up wearing it for a very long time alone. If I wore a piece of clothing every other day, I doubt anything could last for that many years (right?)...on the other end of the spectrum I was thinking maybe some of you guys own many articles of clothing, so over such a time period maybe you don't wear it too much? | ||
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Juliette
United States6003 Posts
Pants differ though. 3 chinos and 3 jeans make up the majority of my bottomwear, and those get worn quite a lot. I can go through all 6 on a diverse week (although I generally pick 2-3 for a week and stick with those colors). Hoodies get worn till I notice a smell. Of course if anything starts smelling it goes in the wash (or fabreze). So if its something you're wearing every other day, consider getting an alternate. | ||
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Aerisky
United States12128 Posts
Dang, I actually have a 1 week laundry cycle at the moment lol, I kid you not. Clearly I need to get some more clothes :X | ||
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