osbb
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Hey there!
Just a bit of back story, I recently turned 25 and I feel like I need to start dressing a little more professionally. My current wardrobe is basically a pair of ratty flip-flops, a few pairs of baggy shorts, and a bunch of worn-out old black polos and plain t-shirts. I don't need to dress nicely for work so I don't need a ton of stuff. I don't need anything super formal either, the most formal occasion I'd need to dress for is the occasional night out with my girlfriend. So the bulk of my new clothes will be worn around town, in class, and out to dinner. I live in Florida too, so I'm still going to be in shorts a lot of the time too, no matter what. And outerwear really never comes into play. I want to look put together and professional, but not too hip or cutesy, if that makes any sense.
I'll give a rundown of what I'm thinking based on about a month's worth of online browsing, and any tips and feedback are greatly appreciated, and keep in mind that I'm totally new to putting any effort whatsoever into this type of thing so bear with me.
Shoes: I like the looks of Allen Edmonds lace-ups a whole lot but I feel like they're too formal to wear often. I think I've settled on Rancourt & Co. Beefroll Penny Loafers in Dark Brown with the Leather Soul. They're formal enough, but I could wear them with shorts too, I think. They seem very well made and would probably last a long time if worn sparingly. I really like the looks of the leather soul. I figure they'll serve as my "dress" shoes. Club Monaco has them and they do a 20% student discount so I could get them for $220.
I'd need a second pair, something more casual. I've always like Sperry Top-Siders, especially the plain black boat shoes. $80.
Pants: I've hear good things about Bonobos Washed Chinos. I'd probably buy two pairs. I like the Khaki and Charcoal. I really don't think I'll need any true dress slacks. $180 for two.
Shorts: Land's End or maybe Bonobos Chino shorts? Maybe 3 pairs, approx $150 total, maybe less.
Shirts: This is where I'm a little bit picky, I have a hard time finding shirts that fit properly. I think Ratio MTM shirts look really nice. Fit should be spot on, the fabrics look quite high quality and they're US made. I'm thinking a plain white, a seersucker, and a gingham or madras. $300 for three.
I'll round things out with some plain t-shirts. $50 for 3.
Extra: Maybe a decent brown belt ($25), one pair of dress socks ($10) and some no-show socks ($10).
What do you think?
PS: Is it not a good idea to wear dress shirts with the sleeves rolled up with shorts? Untucked? I kind of like that look...
Any suggestions?
Just a bit of back story, I recently turned 25 and I feel like I need to start dressing a little more professionally. My current wardrobe is basically a pair of ratty flip-flops, a few pairs of baggy shorts, and a bunch of worn-out old black polos and plain t-shirts. I don't need to dress nicely for work so I don't need a ton of stuff. I don't need anything super formal either, the most formal occasion I'd need to dress for is the occasional night out with my girlfriend. So the bulk of my new clothes will be worn around town, in class, and out to dinner. I live in Florida too, so I'm still going to be in shorts a lot of the time too, no matter what. And outerwear really never comes into play. I want to look put together and professional, but not too hip or cutesy, if that makes any sense.
I'll give a rundown of what I'm thinking based on about a month's worth of online browsing, and any tips and feedback are greatly appreciated, and keep in mind that I'm totally new to putting any effort whatsoever into this type of thing so bear with me.
Shoes: I like the looks of Allen Edmonds lace-ups a whole lot but I feel like they're too formal to wear often. I think I've settled on Rancourt & Co. Beefroll Penny Loafers in Dark Brown with the Leather Soul. They're formal enough, but I could wear them with shorts too, I think. They seem very well made and would probably last a long time if worn sparingly. I really like the looks of the leather soul. I figure they'll serve as my "dress" shoes. Club Monaco has them and they do a 20% student discount so I could get them for $220.
I'd need a second pair, something more casual. I've always like Sperry Top-Siders, especially the plain black boat shoes. $80.
Pants: I've hear good things about Bonobos Washed Chinos. I'd probably buy two pairs. I like the Khaki and Charcoal. I really don't think I'll need any true dress slacks. $180 for two.
Shorts: Land's End or maybe Bonobos Chino shorts? Maybe 3 pairs, approx $150 total, maybe less.
Shirts: This is where I'm a little bit picky, I have a hard time finding shirts that fit properly. I think Ratio MTM shirts look really nice. Fit should be spot on, the fabrics look quite high quality and they're US made. I'm thinking a plain white, a seersucker, and a gingham or madras. $300 for three.
I'll round things out with some plain t-shirts. $50 for 3.
Extra: Maybe a decent brown belt ($25), one pair of dress socks ($10) and some no-show socks ($10).
What do you think?
PS: Is it not a good idea to wear dress shirts with the sleeves rolled up with shorts? Untucked? I kind of like that look...
Any suggestions?