The Fashion Thread... personal tastes, musings, and recommendations

Speaking of coats I bought this one a while back from my local Gtar outlet for 70% off rrp:

Gstar New CL Coat Wool Black: http://www.ssense.com/men/product/g_star/new_cl_coat/28244

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This is the best looking business jacket i've ever bought, the irony being that these photos (the only ones I could find of it after a 10 minute Google search!) make it look absolutely formless. The cut is clean, sharp and very modern, i've been asked about it a few times and I haven't seen anyone else in one where I live. It's worth noting that I always wear it with the collar up though which looks much better! Tempted to take a pic next time I wear it to show you what i mean.
 
Robbie G said:
Do you real men not end up with weewee stains on your bedsheets after you go for a tinkle in the dead of night? Or do you drain perfectly each and every time?!
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Essential Man Secret #17: dab end with tissue after every whizz. Keeps underwear and sheets stain-free. Only grotbags give it a half-hearted handshake and walk away.

;)
 
Hedge said:
Im struggling to find a nice jacket on the high street. I been in the usual shops like Next, Burton, Jack Jones and I cant find something that is a good fit and with long enough arms.

Im 6ft 3 and the fit of Large jackets is best but I feel sleeves are often short.
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What's your budget? If its modest try Most Brows as they have some larger coats in there, though they're not the most stylish around.

If budget is a little more get your measurements taken at a tailors and look at ordering one from somewhere like A Suit That Fits, as they do custom tailored ones that don't cost the Earth and that will last years.
 
MrFeathers said:
I have a real hankering for a good quality leather jacket (prefer dark brown colour) anyone know some places that have good selections? I popped into superdry but cant buy anything from there as I have been through puberty already so my bodyshape is not compatible..
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Take a look in All Saints, it ain't the cheapest but you get some very nice and individual looking stuff in there. http://www.allsaints.com/men/leathers/

The one I bought a couple of years ago was almost exactly like this one except I was lucky enough to buy it before they made the zips look a bit camp with the thin bobbly metal fasteners (mine has normal chunky man zips) and the widened, flappier collar (mine is noticeably smaller and more discreet and doesn't have the buckle strap on the left) http://www.allsaints.com/men/leathers/allsaints-axis-leather-biker/?colour=297&category=9

And lol @ the Superdry comment. :)
 
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lucy_bee said:
hink I need to go try one on. I won't even attempt to get the sizing right online. There's just something about it that I really like and I can't put my finger on what it is.
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That's exactly the reason why you should buy clothing... you will feel awesome in it and that's also what people notice as much as what the clothing looks like.

(if I'm allowed to post in your precious thread lol :p)
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Hey, it wasn't me who said anything! :p
 
Hatter The Mad said:
The "Mark Man" from ZV



http://www.zadige.com/eu/uk/coat-mcaban-mark-homme-black.html

:o
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It's nice, but not £420 nice imo.
 
Robbie G said:
Everything double-breasted is disgusting :p.
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I used to think that too but then I bought a very good fitting double-breasted pea coat and never looked back, they go with just about everything. In fact I remember a Hugo Boss one I was in love with, let me see if I can find it... *goes off to Google*

Found it...

Hugo Boss Capone Jacket:

http://bosmenshop.xcdn.nl/RM337,415/Hugo-Boss-50206420-001/107969_1.jpg

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Tried it on and it was a beautiful jacket... but there was no way I was paying almost 500 quid for it!
 
pitaylor said:
Need some fashion advice :(, want to get this top from All Saints but have no idea what to wear it with?

Would this look ok with dark jeans and brown boots/shoes?
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That colour goes well with just about anything. It's one of the classic colours that should form part of any mans wardrobe. If you are one of the types who is not good matching oclours or always screws up when he wants to try something "different" then as a rule you can't go wrong with the following colours with regards to outerwear (pullovers and jackets):

  • Black
  • Dark grey
  • Light grey
  • Navy blue
They will go with pretty much any jeans, as well as almost all footwear. :)
 
Personally I think il leave all of my All Saints shopping until the sales. The stuff is nearly all great, but I think some of it is pretty overpriced.
 
Can someone please spec me some business shoes for winter that actually have a good solid tread... but without being too bulky or Doc Martenesque? Max budget £50 or so.

InKursion said:
All of it is overpriced except for the jeans and boots. Logo-branded tops - especially t-shirts and v-necks - are where these big brands get all their money. Tiny production cost and a massive mark-up. You're a mug for paying for it! I have a few decent plaid/cotton/chambray shirts from them, but they're not really good for wearing everyday.
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Agreed, with the only caveat being that I think the coats and jackets are very good quality. Yes, they are overpriced, but you get something pretty individual looking made form quality materials that not too many people will have.
 
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