Is there an "old man" look?

[Silverback]

Originally Posted by Robert

Do you think there's a certain look that's appropriate after a certain age?
Depends

 

[Ritchee]

I'm over 50 and this is my old man look.

Straight leg classic cut jeans by Nom de Guerre classic fit one wash and KMW classic 1950 in one wash.

Right now it's late fall in New England so I pair them with work and western shirts from RRL, R&B, EG, and J Crew. Sometimes I layer with a waffle henley.

For footwear I have Alden shoes and boots and a pair of Clarks Waxed Desert boots.

Jackets and vests are by Filson, APC, and LL Bean.

Head wear is by Filson, EG, and NdG.

I just keep everything classic work wear and for inspiration I look at pictures of how guys dressed in the 50s and 60s.

 

[tagutcow]

You can keep SF-approved until the grave,

 

[lefty]

Today's "old man" look.

RMW boots, SFX5EP denim, Hickey cashmere hoodie, RL Black Watch raincoat.

Walker optional.

lefty

 

[Superb0bo]

Originally Posted by chronoaug

Hi, my name is Super Bobo. How are you all doing? bobo is steezy as hell ferrealz though
Hehe

Different old man looks a real inspiration for my style though, and I really like the comfort approch paired with weird combinations and layering you can expect from old men, that doesnt give a ****. (todays old man look: brooks brothers blue ocbd tucked into dockers K-1, with a huge cream/grey L.L Bean Aran style sweater ontop... its chilly indoors...)

 

[Get Smart]

Conne is a good example of a young guy with an "old man look" that makes him look old. The basis for his style is actually youthful (old school ivy league "trad&quot, but the way he puts it together ages him like 20 years...at least in most pics he's posted here.

 

[TheDroog]

If I were old, I think I would avoid the skinny clothing movement that's been so popular at SF these past few years. Skin tight jeans and body hugging cardigans are more fashionable than stylish, and once I get up in years I'd rather be stylish in a classical sense. Likewise, I'd avoid the baggy clothes you see old men wear, because that looks sloppy no matter how old or young you are. As in many other arenas in life, the middle path works well. Find clothes that flatter your form. If you're slim, wear flat front pants. If you're fatter, go with pleated trousers. Feeling comfortable in your clothes and knowing what works for you will keep you looking good late in life.

 

[iLLmAtiCiAn]

I agree that older gentlemen should avoid trends and just pick up classic pieces that will last over seasons.

 

[Superb0bo]

^^ the question that follows is: why should the younger "gentlemen" do anything else?

 

[iLLmAtiCiAn]

I know that SF doesn't necessarily approve of trends, but they obviously will have an influence upon fashion concious people no matter how hard we might try and avoid it.

 

[lefty]

Originally Posted by iLLmAtiCiAn

I agree that older gentlemen should avoid trends and just pick up classic pieces that will last over seasons.

Or until their death.

What exactly is trendy about boots, jeans, a shirt, sweater and coat?

lefty

 

[Robert]

As a 50-plus myself, one of the problems I've noticed over the years is that trends can make even the best "timeless" pieces you've accumulated sometimes seem a bit dated. Jacket lapels will suddenly look too wide or too narrow, a tie is too narrow or wide, pants are too big or too trim. Which isn't to say one shouldn't still hang on to this stuff, especially if it's quality stuff.

 

[Ritchee]

Originally Posted by TheDroog

If I were old, I think I would avoid the skinny clothing movement that's been so popular at SF these past few years. Skin tight jeans and body hugging cardigans are more fashionable than stylish, and once I get up in years I'd rather be stylish in a classical sense. Likewise, I'd avoid the baggy clothes you see old men wear, because that looks sloppy no matter how old or young you are. As in many other arenas in life, the middle path works well. Find clothes that flatter your form. If you're slim, wear flat front pants. If you're fatter, go with pleated trousers. Feeling comfortable in your clothes and knowing what works for you will keep you looking good late in life.

Sage advice sir!

 

[midcut]

There's a copy of Free & Easy that focuses on Dad Style, maybe that will have a few pointers.

 

[Eagle]

The sartorial style I sport at age 58 is remarkable similar to the style I presented as a 16 to 18 year old; OCBD's, chinos, wingtips or penny loafers, etc. My clothing preferences remain the same, my haircut is the same style, my values have remained constant. However, my perspectives have become a bit more fatalistic...would that constitute "an old man attitude"?