Should I or shouldn't I buy... (clothing item)?

[dieworkwear]

Margiela 5 zip or Margiela trucker?

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Agree both are great and you cant go wrong. I like the five zip a little more but maybe consider how often you'll wear the jacket. Suede can sometimes age in a slightly rougher way than smooth leather, which ends up giving the jacket a more rugged appearance. Less of an issue if you only wear the jacket once a month. But if it's your daily jacket for years, maybe the trucker will look better over time.

 

[Callusing]

I don't know if this supports or refutes your point re: wear, but I bought (then returned because of fit) a different jacket from the same season in what looks like the same leather. It had an extremely fine nap, some of the finest I've felt in a jacket. Still had some heft to it...you could tell it was calf...but it was noticeably smoother than I expected.

There are a couple pics online of tan/camel suede 5zips with some decent wear on them. I happen to think 5zips look especially good once they've been beat up a bit, but to dieworkwear's point, that may or may not be what you're expecting and/or what you're looking for.

 

[cyc wid it]

My suede harrington has held up fine over time, but I find myself randomly worrying about the damned seat belt leaving a weird mark across it.

 

[gettoasty]

Which pink shirt is more versatile for layering?

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-u-...ml?dwvar_407044_color=COL10&cgid=men-t-shirts

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-su...-t-shirt-404136.html?dwvar_404136_color=COL12

 

[dieworkwear]

Which pink shirt is more versatile for layering?

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-u-...ml?dwvar_407044_color=COL10&cgid=men-t-shirts

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-su...-t-shirt-404136.html?dwvar_404136_color=COL12

I dont know, but I like the first one better. The other's shade of pink always makes me think of this. Very much "guy who requests 'Crash into Me' at parties"

https://www.racked.com/2017/5/18/15647700/bachelorette-contestants-2017-shirts

 

[malcb33]

Which pink shirt is more versatile for layering?

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-u-...ml?dwvar_407044_color=COL10&cgid=men-t-shirts

https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/men-su...-t-shirt-404136.html?dwvar_404136_color=COL12

I have the first one. It works well with olive, brown and blue's I find. It has a kinda of natural/beige type tone to the pink color.

 

[gettoasty]

Thanks, got a chance to see them in person yesterday again. Was leaning towards the first as well but didn't pull the trigger. These Uniqlo U "box tees" are really good though.

 

[malcb33]

Thanks, got a chance to see them in person yesterday again. Was leaning towards the first as well but didn't pull the trigger. These Uniqlo U "box tees" are really good though.

I like them.

Admittedly they have a rough feel (this current season's crop) but they do soften up after a wash or two.

 

[White Lotus]

Yes or no on the shirt?
And will it make it look short with that fit (I'm 5'7)?

 

[bry2000]

Margiela “5 zip” black cotton blend Harrington jacket. Thoughts?

 

[Parker]

Not a fan of this. Hybrids seem to always be hit-or-miss. Original of either design would be better imo.

 

[troika]

Yes or no on the shirt?
And will it make it look short with that fit (I'm 5'7)?

I like prospective flow, I tried em on at unionmade. FWIW they fit really big, that model is probly wearing a S

 

[Landau]

Margiela 5 zip or Margiela trucker?

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FWIW that is last seasons; this seasons is a lighter sand suede. I actually would have preferred the darker one, so if it doesnt work out and you want a lighter shade, let me know!

I do like the 5zip I got this season. The suede is meh compared to a Valstarino, but they really changed the internals of it a bit compared to my old 5zip. It has an internal pocket, a very nice twill lining and is cut much closer to the body than the old (but not OG) ones. Its a different look than most 5zip pics around now. Id order it and see if I like it, as I love mine.

 

[Callusing]

^ Interesting. I sold the one 5zip I've had mostly because it felt so boxy on me it made me feel like a robot from the 80s. (It was a heavier/stiffer leather too, which made the problem worse) I might give them another chance hearing that.

 

[Fycus]

They changed the pattern to be more aggressive, slimmer like more traditional "designer" type leather jackets. It's not the signature cut, which IMO is kinda a bummer, but if you're looking for something more form fitting the new models fit the bill.