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advice on how to move away from dressy casual

AR_Six

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Originally Posted by Schpacko
yeah, whatever. You know exactly what i'm talking about. Its not this thread in particular, its just the attitude of some members that makes a decent conversation impossible. Pretty sad imo.
Only happens in newb threads, and realistically, how do you even answer this one? Besides "well, obviously what you do is pick a different direction and move towards that with your wardrobe".
 

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OP, what are you looking for? More formal? More casual? More fashion-oriented? Also, age/height/weight/possibly pix so we can figure out what you'd look good in.

um. no ****.
 

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News flash: Mens clothing forum filled with catty bitches
 

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Originally Posted by snake
wtf whats dressy casual

"Dressy casual" usually refers to boomer slobwear fashun misfires. Go to a corporate beer garden reception to see it in the wild. Remember to bring your nametag lanyard and complimentary drink tickets.

Originally Posted by Dai19
News flash: Mens clothing forum filled with catty bitches

ha you will be saying that about SWD soon

Originally Posted by kaiserkarl
when i do casual it's still pretty dressy like a checked dress shirt or a solid blue, dark jeans, dress shoes, sweater/ sportcoat if it's cold. what should i change/add?

fwiw, this outfit will win or fail based on whether the fit and the shoes are right. The wrong fit and frankenstein shoes is usually the problem when people try this.

So no one can offer substantive help until you post a fit pic of the specific items you are referring to.
 

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Originally Posted by DLester
"Dressy casual" usually refers to boomer slobwear fashun misfires. Go to a corporate beer garden reception to see it in the wild. Remember to bring your nametag lanyard and complimentary drink tickets.

ahaha truth.

Catalina Wine Mixer!
 

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Originally Posted by Dai19
News flash: Mens clothing forum filled with catty bitches
And it goes by uncontrol.
 

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How to not be "dressy": be casual. I'm confused, OP. Mainly because your thread title and post ask two completely different questions. Are you asking us to tell you if you're doing it right (if so, lol) or are you looking for information about attractive options for casual wear? Also,
Originally Posted by Uncontrol
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baller

I've always wondered what would happen if a J-rocker and Ziggy Stardust ever met.
 

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What the **** is that ****

Purify it with burning fire
 

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Originally Posted by TyCooN
And it goes by uncontrol.

...or jet, or whatever.

I refuse to keep learning a new name for what is essentially the same guy.
 

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that's why it's called dress shoes, cuz it may add that 'dressy' to your casual outfit. Go for the sneakers if you want casual.

light colored prewashed jeans is pretty casual too imo
 

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Originally Posted by Razele
What the **** is that ****

Purify it with burning fire


TO THE CENTER OF THE SUN
 

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Originally Posted by kaiserkarl
when i do casual it's still pretty dressy like a checked dress shirt or a solid blue, dark jeans, dress shoes, sweater/ sportcoat if it's cold. what should i change/add?
Add some faded jeans, t shirts, rubber soled shoes or sneakers... I think the jeans and rubber soled shoes/sneaks will make a big difference in any outfit. Also, lighter colors are more casual than darker colors.
 

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