NEW MEMBER INQUIRIES & QUICK QUESTIONS- STREETWEAR & DENIM: WK OF MAR 2, 2015

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I have a pair of Timberland Boot Company Wodehouse Chukkas in black (http://shop.timberland.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4208757) that have been in heavy rotation for a few years, but they're wearing out and I'm looking for something new.

What are some good options for a black city boot that can dress up or down with nice slim fitting denim? Maybe something slightly nicer than the Wodehouse?

Welcome to the forum, sf matt. Wow, that is a ridiculous amount of money for Timberland boots! Have you looked into Alden. They make a nice unlined chukka that is great for casual wear. Do they have to be black? What about these...

http://www.theshoemart.com/alden-me...xsbc-1272s_ald_m_chukka_boot_barrie_last.html

In terms of alden:

http://www.theshoemart.com/alden-me...sb-1340_ald_m_chukka_boot_shell_cordovan.html

Yes they'd be more than twice as expensive but I have no problem with that.

Hello,

I'm 23 yrs. old from the Philippines and the weather here could be extremely hot during the day. I'm 5'7, my body is average and I considered to have an ectomorph body type.

I'm currently working on it, been going to the gym and doing some cardio.

I haven't changed my fashion style for a while now due to financial issues.

What I usually wear is either a V-Neck stripes or a collared short sleeve shirt which I just loose all the buttons revealing my chest. My pants is black kinda similar to this: http://s189.photobucket.com/user/kunimi_hiro/media/cp01-1.jpg.html

And my shoes is something similar to this: http://image.rakuten.co.jp/mischief/cabinet/fw13/10005848.jpg?_ex=128x128

White rims instead of black with a red shoelace.

I have a bit of accessories:

1 Tortoise Sunglasses
1 Onyx signet ring
1 Silver watch
1 Necklace 24 inches with pendant

But I considered myself to be a total amateur.

I need some advice.

Welcome to the forum, techseeder. What kind of advice are you looking for exactly?

Advice on how to look attractive and sexy at the same time. My fashion style sucks, and probably limited because of the hot weather here in the Philippines.

Be really, really ridiculously good looking

sf matt said:

I have a pair of Timberland Boot Company Wodehouse Chukkas in black (http://shop.timberland.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4208757) that have been in heavy rotation for a few years, but they're wearing out and I'm looking for something new.

What are some good options for a black city boot that can dress up or down with nice slim fitting denim? Maybe something slightly nicer than the Wodehouse?

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Look for a Chelsea boot, Rm Williams to start.

BrooksLauren77 said:

Be really, really ridiculously good looking

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Doesn't make any sense.



techseeder said:

Advice on how to look attractive and sexy at the same time. My fashion style sucks, and probably limited because of the hot weather here in the Philippines.

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Tech, that's pretty tough advice to give without ever seeing someone and the type of clothing they have to work with. If your sense of style sucks, that obviously needs to change. Start digging around in this forum and educate yourself. Post picutres of what you are wearing when you feel comforabtle and be ready for honest (and sometimes harsh) feedback. Take your lumps, learn from them, and improve.

Yes. I will try to post some pictures soon.

Hi, guys I am new to the forum. So I recently bought a black denim Levi's jacket however I personally find that the little red tab ruins it. The jacket is black so it stands out. Is there a way I can remove it completely? If I were to cut it off with scissors would it be a clean cut? Any help would be appreciated!

example of the red tab http://levistrauss.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/levis-back-pocket-red-tab.jpg



Jaake said:

Hi, guys I am new to the forum. So I recently bought a black denim Levi's jacket however I personally find that the little red tab ruins it. The jacket is black so it stands out. Is there a way I can remove it completely? If I were to cut it off with scissors would it be a clean cut? Any help would be appreciated!

example of the red tab http://levistrauss.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/levis-back-pocket-red-tab.jpg 

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Welcome to the forum, jaake. I think your only option is to cut it off. It is held on by the stitching of the back pocket so you wouldn't want to remove that unless you are willing to sew it. Try using an exacto knife to get as close as possible and I think you could make it unoticeable. Best of luck.

sf matt said:

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What are some good options for a black city boot that can dress up or down with nice slim fitting denim? Maybe something slightly nicer than the Wodehouse?

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BrooksLauren77 said:

Look for a Chelsea boot, Rm Williams to start.

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I agree, Chelsea boots look sharp in the city.

I have been eying the Wolverine 1k mile chelsea.

You should also consider a cap-toe boot like this.

If you want another chukka consider Redwing's Forman.