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I know you guys hate new threads but this was a bit long to just stick into the Noob thread.

I've been thinking about asking this question for a long time.
How/What do I add to my wardrobe?

After becoming fairly good at pulling off the jeans/tee/sneakers look for some time now, I've realized I want to mature my wardrobe a little bit. I'm still in high school but I've gotten tired of wearing the same boring ****. My wardrobe consists of mostly t-shirts/polos, jeans, a few very casual plaid button ups, couple hoodies and jackets, boat shoes and sneakers.

I'm planning on getting some dbs after summer, but where do i go to next? OCBDs? I really would like to make my style somewhat unique, but I don't know where to start.

How did you guys develop your personal tastes and preferences?

I want a very cohesive wardrobe where I can pull out mostly random items and have them work.
I think this similar to what wmmk had posted about in his "Everyday Outfit" thread. I want to have a very similar style everyday like jeans/boots/tee/cardigan.

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How did you guys develop your personal tastes and preferences?

I saw Mr. Freedom and EG stuff and instantly something clicked. The key is to try something new, but don't try too hard.

On a side note, I think my post count is going to skyrocket now that I get to see Margot Tenebaum's face as she steps off the Green Line bus.

once I got most of my basics covered, I started looking at more designer pieces, and really starting appreciating the aesthetic of some higher end brands.

even though I still have some holes to fill, having a solid wardrobe of versatile, well fitting, comfortable basics (and the knowledge of wear to get more), really makes it much easier. now I can get 'experimental items' that I know I won't wear all the time.

yeah, your wardrobe sounds typical for someone younger than the mid-20's. You're still young, your tastes will change. Just let it come naturally, don't force yourself into buying a lot of new stuff or getting a "new" look because that will probably end up in disaster. If you have no idea what you want right now, I would refrain from buying anything for a while. Go ahead and shop around, go into a lot of stores just to check things out. Maybe you'll find that you there's nothing you really want and perhaps you can spend more time/energy related to something other than clothes. who knows.

Browse the WAYWT thread to get ideas.

Also, never underestimate the value of a brick and mortar store. The internet is great for deals and for brands you know well, but nothing will beat being able to try things on. You can grab items that you might normally consider too out there for you and see if they actually work.

I still want to make some additions to my wardrobe in the form of tops and bottoms. I really really like the look of chambray shirts, so I might find a good one and pick it up. I want my style to be something of a very casual sort, jeans and shirts mostly, like "trying hard not to look like I'm trying hard to look good" is probably what I'm going for.

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I still want to make some additions to my wardrobe in the form of tops and bottoms. I really really like the look of chambray shirts, so I might find a good one and pick it up. I want my style to be something of a very casual sort, jeans and shirts mostly, like "trying hard not to look like I'm trying hard to look good" is probably what I'm going for.

Basic pieces that fit well..... where have we heard that mantra?

I was having the same problem too and i still am but I'm getting a bit better and not dressing like the ordinary high school male. One day i saw some random guy on the street wearing a trilby and chinos and i said to myself that's what i want to look like. I went too H&M for the first time and fell in love... that all happened in middle school and im glad it did. The younger you start the more you mature.

I think this is a good thread.

Look towards more high-end,designer pieces as Teger said, whether it's Margiela or gourmet workwear like 45RPM and Mr. Freedom.

Personally, Atelier brands like Julius and Attachment really speak to me, but there's a wide range of individualized aesthetics. I don't know that SF WAYWT is the best source for inspiration, I'd check out runway shows and fashion blogs, and if possible, boutiques IRL.

What clicks for you? I love the romanticized trad of Ralph Lauren's Purple Label or the more-authentic-then-the-original details of Mr. Freedom but those don't really fit my job and lifestyle...maybe it does you though.

I've always loved leather boots and jackets and wrinkled, distressed things so Atelier brands were a natural fit. Throw out some pieces and styles that you particularly like and maybe we can steer you closer.

Sounds like you're ready to head down the typical SF route. Before you do that, do yourself a favor and look at some lookbooks and even some runway shows before you buy a hundred OCBD's and chambray shirts and all. Read articles on mens.style.com, read GQ and other magazines, read H(Y)R collective (appeals to most SF'ers) and other online fashion periodicals. Certainly do not let SF be the only voice in the direction your going to take your wardrobe/personal aesthetic. Teger and Magician have also given good advice. If you ever decide you want to get into high end stuff, you will be much happier with the basics you have now and your high end stuff rather than a bunch of middle of the line crap that you don't know what to do with and have to scramble to sell and ****. Then again, you may never go down that route, a lot of people don't. Definitely keep your eyes upon to new brands, designers and aesthetics.

I think the best way to find stuff you like is by buying stuff that's nice enough spark your curiosity and provide some short-term satisfaction, but not so expensive that you'll feel bad about replacing it. Wear it for a while, figure out what you like about it and what irks you about it. Start thinking about what you want in your next version of such a piece. Don't let your dislikes of your current pieces get you down before you get the chance to buy something new, but keep them in mind.

Also, look at traditional looks that you like, and think about ways to make them your own. On the other end of the spectrum, check out runway looks and figure out how to make them wearable and get the same general aesthetic with pieces in your price range.

If you don't like the way your clothes fit, consider the possibility that working out might be more beneficial than finding some magical clothes that make you look like something you aren't. Don't kop too much until you're done with that.

Finally, don't be afraid to plan out fits if you enjoy doing that. Some might argue that this takes away from spontaneity and "steeze", but I disagree.

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Awsome!

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Nice pants.

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So basically, you've become gradually more psychopathic?