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HOF: What Are You Wearing Right Now - Part II
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^ Rob - in those photos it's interesting how the jacket looks excellent when unbuttoned, but when buttoned it seems unbalanced. Interesting fabric to it.Originally Posted by Slewfoot
Isn't this the jacket that shrunk?
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+1 - looks like front balance is off and someone is pulling down on the coat from the back.Originally Posted by ndw
Killer shirt, though!
If you're getting too buff for that sportcoat Rob & it needs a new home, don't forget I'm a 38/40 R
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If you're getting too buff for that sportcoat Rob & it needs a new home, don't forget I'm a 38/40 ROriginally Posted by UrbanComposition
Ahem! I'm closer to 36/38, maybe it will fit me better?!Originally Posted by acecow
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Would you hate me if I told you that I told you so?Originally Posted by voxsartoria
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Never thet ... lol. With that said, i still dont think Diavolo should be an authority on color/pattern matching. Maybe some of you know him in real life and know he dresses well ... all i know is the internet persona that likes only blues/grays/whites and browns.
What do you think his opinions on o/o's fits (fits as in color and pattern coordination) are?
Nono, I agree with you 95%. Those are more what I aspire to, if I had teh cash. I just think that some folks are looking for the WTF addition. Like the young gent with the rugby jersey over OCBD under blazer. It's weird and out there, and that's what they want.Originally Posted by Schorsch
It can still be done and done right. And i think advice on how to do it should come from people who know how to do it. Thats my point.
Isn't this the jacket that shrunk?Originally Posted by TRINI
that jacket is always good for a page of discussion everytime R posts it ... lol.
I agree with Ed. you have so many more nice pieces ... eBay, B&S or Goodwill it.
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Originally Posted by bigbris1
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Stop doing this, I have to keep switching to IE to view them.
Worth it for Naomi at her crazy prime.
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And Vox, you know all and see all on your SF fiefdom, but you don't know me; you never knew my heart. No man knows my history.Originally Posted by Schorsch
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First of all, thank you for your participation in today´s discussion of "How to explain that mess spoozy is showing: lack of medification?"
Here´s my reaction...
The problem with Diavolo is that he is a self-confessed monochrome machine. All he likes is gray, blue, white and brown. Therefore his commentary or opinions on color will be skewed.
I dont think Diavolo can pull of any color other than those ... i stand corrected, and a picture will further validate his feedback.
Thx, Nii, exactly my point.
I guess i am arguing the premise that only white/grey/blue/brown can look good - an assertion that i feel people like Diavolo and Sander hold strongly based on past and present commentary.
Again, my point.
I think that is what the Spoozy/Scorch camp is arguing.
Third time, again. You seem to understand my point of view.
Every time a disjointed looked gets negative comments, the first defense is " you just don't like color"
I don´t care about negative comments, really. Thing is: who can explain colours better? The blind one or the one actually wearing them?
But enough of this missleading comparisons...
More people need to step back and think about what he's saying instead of having a knee-jerk defensive reaction.
Yeah, what he was saying...to sum it up, it was like "hmmm...plain ****. Go your way." That´s the kind of advice i seek.
Though Diavolo has posted no pics, the consistency and nature of his comments, combined with the combinations he cites as most worthy of praise, clearly indicate his high level of taste. You may not share that same taste with him, but given his eye's level of refinement, there's almost always some truth to his comments, even if he phrases them less-than-diplomatically or in a way that seems to dismiss as incorrect all other opinions/views.
If only there had been some advice...i just don´t want to deal with impolite people. Harsh critics are fine, but if you lack behaviour, then all you say will be dismissed. At least that´s how i handle things.
There is a huge difference between "You look like ****" and "You look like ****, but i propose you could go for blah and blah and blah...."
i stand with d's comment about spoozy is a junior and deep in the trial and error process. nvm.
for me, it's less his colour and pattern mix, than the mix of fabrics. in general, this needs a lot of development and i'm speaking from personal experience. look, listen and learn(btw a very popular book for english lessons, when i was a schoolboy)
probably the opinion of a person that doesn't post pictures a lot is difficult to evaluate and i can understand if it wouldn't weigh in for you guys.
it's just clothes, but we love them...
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Understood and well appreciated.
Oooh! My turn: How about if someone posts a picture of a car which may be broken, and the response was "Your car is broken and you know nothing about cars and you are stupid." Would this be helpful? What would you infer about the motivations of the responder. Confine your answer to one page, single spaced.
Here is what he said:
"A dizzying array of clashing patterns and colours. You have a very long way to go junior."
Maybe he's been better in the past, but how would you use this? What advice is contained here? This is self-important sniping, not feedback.
My point, thx Schorsch.
I mean, do you think spoozy dresses well? I'll tell you what I think: fit after fit looks absolutely terrible (sorry spooz.)
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Well, i certainly won´t get started on that. Vox, you´re one of the best dressers around here. If i could spend 10 k on clothing, i´d look better, i guess. Still i wouldn´t want to look like you. There is no point in dressing like a 40something when you´re 25-five.
JP - if o/o or PG criticized Spoozy and Scorcsh i am sure (could be wrong here ... lol) they will be likelier to listen. Obviously if they dont listen then it is what it is. my point is not the criticism, cos i have criticized Spoozy a few times myself .... it is who it is coming from.
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Exactly.
Well, yes, exactly. Many of my fits that went by with crickets chirping were the cause in fact of blowjobs. Blowjobs rank above internet praise.
Spoo, feel free to adopt as sig.
Mike
Well, if that was directed at me, i will
I have had negative comments said against what I wear - do I agree with all of it? No. I like the way I dress, and am comfortable with it. On the other hand, there are the odd comments, where I am unsure of things, or I wouldn't have thought of something that way, that I really take as valuable.
Personally, do I agree with how Spoozy dresses? Not usually. I agree with both the color/pattern mixing, and fabric matching comments, and think there is things to be learned there. That being said, if he's willing to listen to the comments and take what he wants from them, then they are worthwhile. Additionally, if he is happy with what he wears, and posts just for his pleasure, then good for him. He doesn't have to wear SF approved clothing, and doesn't have to wear what anyone else tells him to if he doesn't want to. Have fun with it, clothes are meant to be worn, and having a personal style means something.
It seems every few weeks there's a flare up because in WAYW because people get offended by an insulting comment or negative comment. My opinion on this is to sit back, relax, and get over it. When we wake up tomorrow morning, the interwebz will still be here.
MK
Absolute right in every sense of the word. See, i like what i´m doing and if other´s don´t, that´s allright. Dressing is fun, and so is posting. I am not personally offended by any snarky comment, there are way more important things in life than to get loved by Vox / Diavolo and the likes.
If you like my stuff: fine. If you hate if: fine.
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Cheers, some great looks. Thanx!!
thoughts?
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Nice ones!
Holy poop I agree with bigbris. Unless he's being sarcastic. I would say he's getting on towards Ornette Coleman, but the point remains. If you somebody only likes Dave Brubeck, fine, but don't be a jerk about it.
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I don't want Spoozy or Spoo to change. If you notice, many of the fits I post go sans commentary except those more "safe" looks. I say embrace the hate. Case in point:
When walking about town in one of my more splashed out ensembles, here's the reactions they garner:
Whites (who consider themselves superior) look away, as if to say "he wants attention and I'm not giving it to him, harrumph!", not realizing that's a dead giveaway that they've already noticed me.
Whites (normal or eccentric) generally are warm and smile.
Guys walking with their girls make sure their chick isn't checking me out.
Guys that feel they are comp, stand near me on teh train as if to say, "all of the attention will be in this direction, might as well get a piece".
Blacks generally compliment and endear.
Hispanics address me in their native tongue (Primo!) as if to say "he's def one of us or we want him on our side".
Over and out. Back for more crap and hate when i return from Barcelona.
Here´s my reaction...
...Originally Posted by niidawg3
The problem with Diavolo is that he is a self-confessed monochrome machine. All he likes is gray, blue, white and brown. Therefore his commentary or opinions on color will be skewed.
I dont think Diavolo can pull of any color other than those ... i stand corrected, and a picture will further validate his feedback.
Thx, Nii, exactly my point.
True - but IMHO Diavolo hasnt proven that he understands color beyond what he praises. My personal opinion is that irrespective of the color choices, one can make something look great if done right.Originally Posted by niidawg3
I guess i am arguing the premise that only white/grey/blue/brown can look good - an assertion that i feel people like Diavolo and Sander hold strongly based on past and present commentary.
Again, my point.
Loose analogy - but would you guys believe me if i told you how to fix a car when i have shown no knowledge on how to fix cars?Originally Posted by niidawg3
I think that is what the Spoozy/Scorch camp is arguing.
Third time, again. You seem to understand my point of view.
If I told you that Glitter, starting Mariah Carrie was a horrible movie, would you ask me how me movies I've made?Originally Posted by JPHardy
Every time a disjointed looked gets negative comments, the first defense is " you just don't like color"
I don´t care about negative comments, really. Thing is: who can explain colours better? The blind one or the one actually wearing them?
But enough of this missleading comparisons...
I think I've said this before but Diavolo's feedback may have been the single best thing I've gotten out of this forum.Originally Posted by TRINI
More people need to step back and think about what he's saying instead of having a knee-jerk defensive reaction.
Yeah, what he was saying...to sum it up, it was like "hmmm...plain ****. Go your way." That´s the kind of advice i seek.
+1Originally Posted by polar-lemon
Though Diavolo has posted no pics, the consistency and nature of his comments, combined with the combinations he cites as most worthy of praise, clearly indicate his high level of taste. You may not share that same taste with him, but given his eye's level of refinement, there's almost always some truth to his comments, even if he phrases them less-than-diplomatically or in a way that seems to dismiss as incorrect all other opinions/views.
If only there had been some advice...i just don´t want to deal with impolite people. Harsh critics are fine, but if you lack behaviour, then all you say will be dismissed. At least that´s how i handle things.
There is a huge difference between "You look like ****" and "You look like ****, but i propose you could go for blah and blah and blah...."
can't speak for these two guys and understood that there's a parallel world with spoozy on the german forum, where sander and me talk to him in our mother tongue... ...with no availOriginally Posted by fritzl
i stand with d's comment about spoozy is a junior and deep in the trial and error process. nvm.
for me, it's less his colour and pattern mix, than the mix of fabrics. in general, this needs a lot of development and i'm speaking from personal experience. look, listen and learn(btw a very popular book for english lessons, when i was a schoolboy)
probably the opinion of a person that doesn't post pictures a lot is difficult to evaluate and i can understand if it wouldn't weigh in for you guys.
it's just clothes, but we love them...
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Understood and well appreciated.
This is a valid argument, but not exactly what I'm carping on about.Originally Posted by Schorsch
Oooh! My turn: How about if someone posts a picture of a car which may be broken, and the response was "Your car is broken and you know nothing about cars and you are stupid." Would this be helpful? What would you infer about the motivations of the responder. Confine your answer to one page, single spaced.
Here is what he said:
"A dizzying array of clashing patterns and colours. You have a very long way to go junior."
Maybe he's been better in the past, but how would you use this? What advice is contained here? This is self-important sniping, not feedback.
My point, thx Schorsch.
...Originally Posted by voxsartoria
I mean, do you think spoozy dresses well? I'll tell you what I think: fit after fit looks absolutely terrible (sorry spooz.)
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Well, i certainly won´t get started on that. Vox, you´re one of the best dressers around here. If i could spend 10 k on clothing, i´d look better, i guess. Still i wouldn´t want to look like you. There is no point in dressing like a 40something when you´re 25-five.
...Originally Posted by niidawg3
JP - if o/o or PG criticized Spoozy and Scorcsh i am sure (could be wrong here ... lol) they will be likelier to listen. Obviously if they dont listen then it is what it is. my point is not the criticism, cos i have criticized Spoozy a few times myself .... it is who it is coming from.
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Exactly.
Here is my take on it:Originally Posted by MBreinin
Well, yes, exactly. Many of my fits that went by with crickets chirping were the cause in fact of blowjobs. Blowjobs rank above internet praise.
Spoo, feel free to adopt as sig.
Mike
Well, if that was directed at me, i will
I find it interesting that so many people get angered when people make negative comments towards looks posted here. Part of the reason most people post is to get comments on what they are wearing. Negative comments don't have to be insulting (as to which I think started this whole discussion), but ultimately who cares?Originally Posted by someotherstyle
I have had negative comments said against what I wear - do I agree with all of it? No. I like the way I dress, and am comfortable with it. On the other hand, there are the odd comments, where I am unsure of things, or I wouldn't have thought of something that way, that I really take as valuable.
Personally, do I agree with how Spoozy dresses? Not usually. I agree with both the color/pattern mixing, and fabric matching comments, and think there is things to be learned there. That being said, if he's willing to listen to the comments and take what he wants from them, then they are worthwhile. Additionally, if he is happy with what he wears, and posts just for his pleasure, then good for him. He doesn't have to wear SF approved clothing, and doesn't have to wear what anyone else tells him to if he doesn't want to. Have fun with it, clothes are meant to be worn, and having a personal style means something.
It seems every few weeks there's a flare up because in WAYW because people get offended by an insulting comment or negative comment. My opinion on this is to sit back, relax, and get over it. When we wake up tomorrow morning, the interwebz will still be here.
MK
Absolute right in every sense of the word. See, i like what i´m doing and if other´s don´t, that´s allright. Dressing is fun, and so is posting. I am not personally offended by any snarky comment, there are way more important things in life than to get loved by Vox / Diavolo and the likes.
If you like my stuff: fine. If you hate if: fine.
...Originally Posted by niidawg3
- Do i think Spoozy's colors coordinates well - NO. And i have criticized him before ... several times actually.
- Do i think Diavolo should be the one criticizing Spoozy ... or better said ... Do i think Diavolo's criticism will cause Spoozy to change - NO, because he doesnt buy what Diavolo is selling due to a lack of appreciation of Diavolo's sense of style.
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Spoozy Have you taken a look at this blog? http://venividivrai.blogspot.com/ There's a lot on it I don't like, but a fair bit I do. I get the feeling you might enjoy going through a few dozen pages. Give it a go - see if you get anything from it.Originally Posted by RJE
Cheers, some great looks. Thanx!!
IMO, these are fits that i think exemplifies both Spoozy's preferences, yet still aesthetically pleasing if you will ... I hope forumers captured in here don't mind ...Originally Posted by niidawg3
thoughts?
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Nice ones!
...Originally Posted by Schorsch
Holy poop I agree with bigbris. Unless he's being sarcastic. I would say he's getting on towards Ornette Coleman, but the point remains. If you somebody only likes Dave Brubeck, fine, but don't be a jerk about it.
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I was keeping it 100. I like when a dude goes beyond the realm of what most consider comfortable or safe. Too many of the looks here are cookie-cut and boring. Sadly, most of the consistent critiques come from those members who don't "splash out".Originally Posted by bigbris1
I don't want Spoozy or Spoo to change. If you notice, many of the fits I post go sans commentary except those more "safe" looks. I say embrace the hate. Case in point:
When walking about town in one of my more splashed out ensembles, here's the reactions they garner:
Whites (who consider themselves superior) look away, as if to say "he wants attention and I'm not giving it to him, harrumph!", not realizing that's a dead giveaway that they've already noticed me.
Whites (normal or eccentric) generally are warm and smile.
Guys walking with their girls make sure their chick isn't checking me out.
Guys that feel they are comp, stand near me on teh train as if to say, "all of the attention will be in this direction, might as well get a piece".
Blacks generally compliment and endear.
Hispanics address me in their native tongue (Primo!) as if to say "he's def one of us or we want him on our side".
Over and out. Back for more crap and hate when i return from Barcelona.
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What do you think his opinions on o/o's fits (fits as in color and pattern coordination) are?Originally Posted by niidawg3
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All dressed up for salsbury steak night at the supper club. Finally got my mohair back after a month in for surgery.
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^^Nice fit TC. I like that tie. Looking for one like it. LET ME HAVE IT!
Thanks for getting in the way of my post, Ed.
Thanks for getting in the way of my post, Ed.
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wow, never would have guessed you wore a wig, doesn't look half bad if I say so myself.Originally Posted by edmorel
I prefer the term "rug". Hey at my age, you do what you gotta do.
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Dressing is fun, and so is posting. I am not personally offended by any snarky comment, there are way more important things in life than to get loved by Vox / Diavolo and the likes.Originally Posted by spoozy
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