Any fashion experts or men with style expertise here?

[Jesse Pinkman]

So I am trying to find at least a handful of guys who are great at evaluating male style.

Currently, I am trying to get some guidance and update my wardrobe. Looking to find a number of guys who have some success in this matter.

 

[Clockwerk50]

@Travel memoir21 You have been summoned.

 

[Travel memoir21]

Lol Im the last guy you would want, I dress like a spiritual anti hero stoner and if I want to wear a blazer, Im going semi casual all the time unless the situation calls for it.

Personally, Im all about cool and trendy, yet modest and humble. If Im going out and about to my favorite coffee shop, Im probably going with a long sleeve two pocket shirt, with khakis and brown sandals and a nice watch, with a flat cap beanie.


Also if you’re going to church this is where you can wear a cool suit and a nice fedora hat for the occasion.

 

[Bokanovsky]

So I am trying to find at least a handful of guys who are great at evaluating male style.

Currently, I am trying to get some guidance and update my wardrobe. Looking to find a number of guys who have some success in this matter.

Style isn't really that hard. There are a few basic rules :

1. Buy quality stuff. This is by far the most important rule. Do not buy fast fashion junk. Avoid places like Walmart and Target and most mall brands. This does not mean you have to buy outrageously priced designer stuff from French and Italian brands but don't cheap out either. Cheap garments can be easily identified by their crappy cuts and cheap-looking and feeling materials.

2. Avoid trying to be overly on trend. Chances are it's not going to work. Also, you'd be wasting money on clothing that will go out of style next season.

3. Stick with the classics. Certain types of garments have been around for decades or even longer and never go out of style. Levi's 501 jeans were first made in the 1890's and are still the most popular type of jeans. Some other examples include the Harrington jacket, Type III denim jacket, peacoat, navy blazer, etc.

4. Buy clothing that fits properly. Avoid anything too tight or baggy.

5. Figure out what works for your body type. If you are a short, fat dude, do not wear a trench coat or slim fitting pants. If you are tall and skinny, avoid oversized shirts.

6. Avoid anything with excessive branding. Unless your are a recording artist who's name is prefaced with "Lil", do not wear a monogrammed Gucci tracksuit or anything of the sort.

7. Wear clothing that is appropriate for your age and station in life. If you are a 57-year-old white lawyer from Connecticut, don't try to dress like a teenage skateboarder from the Bronx. And if you're a teenage skateboarder from the Bronx, dressing like a 57-year-old lawyer is probably not going to work either.

8. Understand how to combine pieces. At its core, this is what style is all about. You can't simply take random pieces out of your wardrobe and call it an outfit. You have to develop an eye for color and proportion. If this doesn't come naturally, there is limitless YouTube content on the subject.

 

[BillyPilgrim]

Lean into it Jesse

 

[CornbreadFed]

Depends on your frame, looks, and genetics to be completely honest.

 

[BackInTheGame78]

Hit the Thrift store.

 

[Mike32ct]

My style ability was limited until I finally learned about neutral colors. They are the backbone of the outfit. Then my ability to dress well went way up.

 

[Redwood]

Hit the Thrift store.

Very underrated spot.

 

[Westminster]

Very underrated spot.

I agree. Thrift stores are a very good place to start especially if you are experimenting with different styles. That way you can avoid some expensive mistakes.

 

[Westminster]

Style isn't really that hard. There are a few basic rules :

1. Buy quality stuff. This is by far the most important rule. Do not buy fast fashion junk. Avoid places like Walmart and Target and most mall brands. This does not mean you have to buy outrageously priced designer stuff from French and Italian brands but don't cheap out either. Cheap garments can be easily identified by their crappy cuts and cheap-looking and feeling materials.

2. Avoid trying to be overly on trend. Chances are it's not going to work. Also, you'd be wasting money on clothing that will go out of style next season.

3. Stick with the classics. Certain types of garments have been around for decades or even longer and never go out of style. Levi's 501 jeans were first made in the 1890's and are still the most popular type of jeans. Some other examples include the Harrington jacket, Type III denim jacket, peacoat, navy blazer, etc.

4. Buy clothing that fits properly. Avoid anything too tight or baggy.

5. Figure out what works for your body type. If you are a short, fat dude, do not wear a trench coat or slim fitting pants. If you are tall and skinny, avoid oversized shirts.

6. Avoid anything with excessive branding. Unless your are a recording artist who's name is prefaced with "Lil", do not wear a monogrammed Gucci tracksuit or anything of the sort.

7. Wear clothing that is appropriate for your age and station in life. If you are a 57-year-old white lawyer from Connecticut, don't try to dress like a teenage skateboarder from the Bronx. And if you're a teenage skateboarder from the Bronx, dressing like a 57-year-old lawyer is probably not going to work either.

8. Understand how to combine pieces. At its core, this is what style is all about. You can't simply take random pieces out of your wardrobe and call it an outfit. You have to develop an eye for color and proportion. If this doesn't come naturally, there is limitless YouTube content on the subject.

Excellent list.

The thing I'd emphasise is that fit is everything. Whatever style you develop, you'll look 10 times better if your clothes fit properly - because that's not the case for most people.

So get to know a good alterations tailor.

 

[CornbreadFed]

Holy crap OP, do not go to a thrift store unless you are aiming for vegan SJW princesses. I know that’s not you at all op.

Since you did not give much information, here is a simple framework to go off of.

1. The women you are most attracted to, what kind of guys are they chasing?
Look at their style and energy. Attraction follows patterns, not luck. Quit trying to shove the square shaped block in to the star shaped hole.

2. What clothes make you feel the most confident and natural?
If you are not comfortable, it shows. Style should feel natural, not like you are pretending.

3. Know your features.
Hair type, skin tone, body build, facial hair, and whether your face looks more masculine or feminine. This part matters the most because it decides what looks good on you and what people notice first. If you ignore this, you will just look like a chimp in a suit.

4. Stick to neutral colors until you understand what works best for you.
And sorry to the Cold Approach crew, but this is where having female friends or a girlfriend really helps. They can tell you what works faster than men ever will.

Example using me:

1 and 2. I have always liked preppy and slightly nerdy school type girls. Because of that, I was comfortable wearing Abercrombie in middle school, which later turned into frat prep brands like Vineyard Vines and Southern Tide. Since I live in Houston now, I have adopted that Woodlands prep look that mixes preppy PFG outdoor wear. I also wear a lot of Lululemon since it works for the gym and work conferences. This is what I feel comfortable in, so you will never see me wearing anything flashy or street inspired.

3. I have dark curly 3C to 4A hair. I used to wear a taper fade until I started dreading my hair. I am around six foot one, athletic with broad shoulders, which rules out most standard or slim fits. I look similar to Caleb Williams from the Bears but with Will Smith’s skin tone. This is why I emphasize this point, because different builds and tones change what works. Some black men can pull off certain styles that I cannot, and I cannot pull off the urban youth look either.

4. Neutral colors always win until you learn what tones and cuts fit you perfectly.

 

[CornbreadFed]

Attention grabber clothes- These clothes will grab the attention of other people and help conversations start and flow

-Sports team apparel- I get so many people stopping because of what sports team logo I am wearing.

TV show/Bands/quotes- Don’t look stupid or weird, but anything that women will find interesting enough to talk to you about or at least start a conversation over.

 

[Manure Spherian]

If you are jacked I recommend the brand FatherSon. Quality is amazing.

 

[Bible_Belt]

I get a lot of compliments on my "Bong Hits for Jesus" t-shirt.

 

[Mike32ct]

1. The shirt is really #1. That’s what is at eye level. Be picky about the whole outfit, but be really picky about the shirt.

2. Chinos offer a lot of flexibility and are a good intermediate between say jeans and dress pants.

 

[BeExcellent]

Advice from the old lady:

Concur 100% with @Bokanovsky and @CornbreadFed on this.

If your physique is on point and your upper body (chest/shoulders/lats/arms) are worth showing off then a nuetral t-shirt (black or charcoal or white or navy) that has some stretch can be a good start. Also basic jeans that suit your style. Levis are good, Rock & Republic is more bling and cool if that is more your vibe. My husband wears R&R as they have cuts that accentuate a long legged trim build.

My husband has very long hair and has an LA rockstar sort of look. He plays that up in spades at times, other times he wears a good shirt (rocker themed or tiki themed or a cool dress shirt like from Robert Graham) with cool jeans and good shoes.

Good shoes are an investment a man should make. Use the Search function as there have been some good threads on both shoes and fashion over the years.

ZZ Top had it right. Every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man......

 

[Sega Genesis]

This is a cool looking shirt. I like with the white slacks or black slacks tucked in with your favorite brown leather belt and shoes.

Roberto Russo Sunshine Harbor...

 

[Clockwerk50]

This is a cool looking shirt. I like with the white slacks or black slacks tucked in with your favorite brown leather belt and shoes.

Roberto Russo Sunshine Harbor...

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You are missing @Travel memoir21's fedora lol

 

[Westminster]

This is a cool looking shirt. I like with the white slacks or black slacks tucked in with your favorite brown leather belt and shoes.

Roberto Russo Sunshine Harbor...

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Quite a nice casual shirt - or popover to be precise - but the quality's not great TBH. The main thing that makes it look good is that the model is in good shape. You'd probably have a different opinion of the same shirt on an overweight guy. So, take heed everybody.