vespajg
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I'd actually stay away from the forum - WAY too many opinions here on topics that you're likely not concerned with at the moment. For instance, if you want to discuss, argue, and pontificate about which slim fit chino fits best - the narrowest leg opening, trimmest thigh and seat, etc., - and has the most authentic khaki color, whether and how often you should wash your raw denim and how to do it, and whether your investment in Alden's should include shell longwings or calkskin, this might be your place. Not disrespecting the discussions on the above-mentioned topics, but it's just not necessary. Start with the basics, then go from there....
To figure out the basics, I'd stick to magazines, catalogs, and window shopping (online and in store) for starters. Seems you've already found something you like at Express - take a look at catalogs or websites for J Crew, the Gap, Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Urban Outfitters, Eddie Bauer, whatever... and grab a few of the typical men's magazines you find at the grocery store. You're in Cleveland, and while you no longer have Le Bron and it isn't NYC, you most certainly have access to some decent stores.
And make sure and get out to the stores and try some stuff on...it might look good on a model in the catalog or on the website, but a certain look or fit might not be for you. Figure out what works, and then start opening up your wallet...
To figure out the basics, I'd stick to magazines, catalogs, and window shopping (online and in store) for starters. Seems you've already found something you like at Express - take a look at catalogs or websites for J Crew, the Gap, Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Urban Outfitters, Eddie Bauer, whatever... and grab a few of the typical men's magazines you find at the grocery store. You're in Cleveland, and while you no longer have Le Bron and it isn't NYC, you most certainly have access to some decent stores.
And make sure and get out to the stores and try some stuff on...it might look good on a model in the catalog or on the website, but a certain look or fit might not be for you. Figure out what works, and then start opening up your wallet...