Ultimate noob thread - recommend me X in my wardrobe - post questions here please.

[till507]

I'm sure I'm not the first to ask this question, but I'm looking for button downs with the similar slim, tapered fit and shorter length of Band of Outsiders minus the sticker shock. I really like what I'm seeing from MJK and Gitman Vintage...anyone else that I should be looking at? Obviously, the cheaper the better.

Also does anyone else do that box pleat/darts combo like BoO? I'd imagine a tailor would have no problem doing them, right?

 

[reprehensible]

Originally Posted by till507

I cosign on Spring Courts being ridiculously comfortable - a slightly cheaper option that I've found are Asics Onitsuka Tiger brand shoes, specifically the Ultimate 81s. Zappos has em for $66.95. Also, yeah, stay away from Converse. I'm breaking in some Chucks right now and feel like my feet are strapped to planks of wood. They're brutal.

All you people that like big cushiony soles are weird.

 

[aeglus]

I run a 2 miles a day in Chucks, they're the best once you break in the heel.

 

[raginberriodoom]

Originally Posted by till507

I'm sure I'm not the first to ask this question, but I'm looking for button downs with the similar slim, tapered fit and shorter length of Band of Outsiders minus the sticker shock. I really like what I'm seeing from MJK and Gitman Vintage...anyone else that I should be looking at? Obviously, the cheaper the better.

Also does anyone else do that box pleat/darts combo like BoO? I'd imagine a tailor would have no problem doing them, right?

Uniqlo BDs are a good slim fit for me, not too tight, but since you're in Chicago, I don't know if you want to phone order without trying them on. HM is another obvious choice, but alot of the shirts are pretty thin with cheap feeling material.

Originally Posted by aeglus

I run a 2 miles a day in Chucks, they're the best once you break in the heel.

I've seen people exercise in cons, and I still don't understand how they do it. A day of walking in my old pair, and my feet would be sore as hell.

 

[reprehensible]

Originally Posted by raginberriodoom

I've seen people exercise in cons, and I still don't understand how they do it. A day of walking in my old pair, and my feet would be sore as hell.

Recall that they're basketball shoes. Granted, not the most cutting edge design, but they were used as athletic shoes for a long time.

 

[Master-Classter]

Originally Posted by rjakapeanut

anyone suggest me a nice navy blazer? something for $300 or less please. versatile wardrobe piece that i do not yet own but i don't want ot break bank on. i guess a nice dark, navy would suffice. not lapel, versatile piece. not expecting top of the line quality, just a nice blazer.

Originally Posted by bye4now122

In for this answer. I've grown out of my Brooks Brothers one and need a new blazer, and I'm not sure where to go. I'm looking for around the same price range too.
Just at a quick guess I'd think something like Polo will get you a decently made, modern styled navy blazer for that price or less.

Originally Posted by Biscotti

Looking for leather pants, skinny fit. Any suggestions?
Really? Crotchless or assless?

Have you thought about coated/waxed denim? They'll probably be a lot more comfortable but still give that leathery sheen

Originally Posted by aeglus

I run a 2 miles a day in Chucks, they're the best once you break in the heel.
Oh good, cause right now I'm working on my first pair of chucks and they're REALLY uncomfortable. I just thought it was all part of the pain to look good. Any idea roughly how long this is going to take before they "warm up". Any way of expediting that process?

 

[aeglus]

Originally Posted by Master-Classter

Oh good, cause right now I'm working on my first pair of chucks and they're REALLY uncomfortable. I just thought it was all part of the pain to look good. Any idea roughly how long this is going to take before they "warm up". Any way of expediting that process?

Usually takes me two weeks to get them to comfort level, and a bit longer to get them to second skin level. Only way to really get them going is wear them as much as possible and suck up the pain.

If it's the flat sole that hurts though, not going to fix that much. Mine are always originally too tight and the heel cuts into my skin causing some bleeding. I just sorta deal with it until they get better. I'm also the only person I know that actually runs in Chucks though so I could be crazy.

 

[zetazeta]

Originally Posted by zetazeta

looking for a nice casual/semi-formal white dress shirt... that goes well with dark jeans + sneakers to give a semi-formal look!

something that looks somewaht stylish yet isnt too expensive

uppp

 

[Razele]

^^ Thats pretty generic man.

 

[aoluffy]

Spring courts or converses? Also, which have a larger heel. Can anyone reccomend me a nice white pair of spring courts/converses which add a bit of height if possible. thinking of getting these: http://www.oipolloi.com/store/Spring...hite-2973.html

 

[wmmk]

Looking for a khaki workshirt. Think Jack Kerouac.

If I don't find one, maybe I'll just get a white one from J. Crew and try to dye it.

 

[Ludeykrus]

^ ???

http://workingperson.com/products/66...irt_574KH.html Going from this pic:

 

[tonio028]

Originally Posted by Jekyll

Since I now work at Walmart.....

.....does anybody have any recommendations for decent-looking sneakers that are comfortable enough to stand and walk in all day?

PF Flyers. I've owned two pairs and think they're great for the price.

 

[wmmk]

Ludey, thanks. To anyone else who's looking for a shirt like that, I ended up going with this, in the "stone" color. I like to think that Kerouac or the other beatniks actually might've owned some things from LL Bean. I'm sure it'll be baggy on me, but that's part of the charm.

 

[bunny4eva]

Could I please have some quick recommendations for quality grey, black or navy trousers/pants to wear in the winter (10-15* C) when I'm bored of denim? What are the usual suggestions for something wool/twill, or maybe chino for all seasons?

How are J Crew and Ralph Lauren for quality/price? I can readily try on some RL things in Sydney, but J Crew I will have to guess+proxy.