Topic: Re: Let's have a fashion advice thread. - A (Read 313368 times)

Lunchbox · « **Reply #3700 on:** 29 Mar 2010, 23:20 »

Pants,

BrittanyMarie · « **Reply #3701 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 03:08 »

Quote from: David_Dovey on 29 Mar 2010, 20:57

Brittany if you want gratuitous shots of my butt it is OK to just ask

you know me too well! do they ride up like that on your legs if you don't have a wide stance? also you are totally clenching your butt there aren't you, AREN'T YOU?

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3702 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 03:15 »

Totally not! I am pretty proud of my butt.

BrittanyMarie · « **Reply #3703 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 03:25 »

really shoulda signed up for that american apparel contest and won

Something Witty · « **Reply #3704 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 08:18 »

I bet if you googled around a bit you could find a belt exactly like what you want for way less than that.

Slick · « **Reply #3705 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 09:46 »

So you live in Austin, right? Austin's a big city, isn't it? There's gotta be someone out there with a machine to run decorative stuff on leather.
Both my brothers are into stagecraft and theatre, and they have made some neat looking things. If I wanted a solid satchel that would last I would get a proper one made by someone who does that for a living, but I'm pretty sure I could get them to run a cool stitch around on a piece of leather if I asked them. Not that I know anything about belt making, mind you.

Something Witty · « **Reply #3706 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 11:24 »

Not sure if this is exactly what you want but I found something at least similar for ~1/2 what you said earlier:

http://www.opticsplanet.net/galco-sb6-fancy-stitched-belt-sb6-30.html

sean · « **Reply #3707 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 13:56 »

on second thought those pants might work really really well with me since i'm sure dovey probably has a much bigger ass than me.

Metope · « **Reply #3708 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:09 »

Guys, I need some help. Today I cleaned out my entire closet and I realized how many clothes I actually have. I sorted my clothes in piles of keep/get rid of, and I still have a full-ish closet, yet I'm getting rid of two giant suitcases + a trash bag full of clothes, some because they don't fit, some because I don't like them anymore, and some because I've never worn them and I know I never will. My problem is that I shop too much, obviously, and I really need to stop. I can't afford it at all, and it's a complete waste of money - a lot of money I don't really have.

So I was wondering, do any of you have the same problem as me? Are you an impulsive shopper who regrets a purchase afterwards and never actually wear most of the clothes you buy, like I do? Maybe some of the people who are selective shoppers can give some advice on what they usually do, and how to only buy things you've had your eyes on for a long time or something you really need. Let's help each other out here.

Lines · « **Reply #3709 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:17 »

I don't, but you should definitely find a consignment shop to sell those at. With that much clothing, you'd at least get some money back.

Metope · « **Reply #3710 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:24 »

The stupid thing about Norwegian thrift stores is that you don't get anything from giving them clothes, which is probably also why thrift shopping is not as big here as other places. In Oslo there is one, maybe two good thrift stores, the other ones have either nothing interesting ever or are pricey as fuck for some reason, which sorta defeats the purpose of thrifting. Anyway, I'm going to let my sister have her pick of clothes, and then I'm giving the rest to the salvation army.

redglasscurls · « **Reply #3711 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:29 »

Kris, I'm pretty much the exact opposite- if I buy clothes, they become my new favorite thing to wear ever and I have to force myself not to wear it pretty much every other day in case people start thinking I'm maybe a hobo. Then I get a newer thing and the cycle repeats itself.

Metope · « **Reply #3712 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:36 »

Yeah, I like a lot of the clothes I buy too, I just buy too many of them. It didn't use to be that bad, it started my first years of uni when I had to wait an hour for the train every day after class, and with the train station being right next to a big shopping center and all I just started buying things because I was bored and I had money at the time. I also get sick of my clothes really easily, buy things I like in the store but doesn't look so good when I get home etc. I just need to learn how to not buy things the second I see them, maybe wait a few days and see if I still feel the same way. Or at the moment, just not shop at all because I really do have enough clothes and not enough money.

Cernunnos · « **Reply #3713 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 14:51 »

my technique is to never leave the house except to get groceries or work

it works too well.

Metope · « **Reply #3714 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 15:25 »

I dunno, I've been doing a lot of internet shopping as well!

Drill King · « **Reply #3715 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 15:32 »

Kris what I do is I limit myself to "No more than one 'I JUST WANT IT' purchase" a week, whether it's a top or the extra expensive coffee

Metope · « **Reply #3716 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 15:50 »

That's really good advice! Although I'm planning on going cold turkey on clothing shopping for a while, I'll definitely try that out with other things. I really need to save some money.

Drill King · « **Reply #3717 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 16:01 »

Honestly allowing yourself to buy one small thing that's pretty cheap is really nice. It helps you not buy stuff, also start only taking out cash, like, 20 dollars, and leave credit/debit at home.

Metope · « **Reply #3718 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 16:10 »

Well yeah, but I buying one small thing every week would still be something I didn't really need. Also if you're going to buy something cheap in Norway, you'd end up with a plain white t-shirt from H&M, I'd rather save up money and buy a quality item if I need it. The "I JUST WANT IT"-money thing would work great for say, going out with friends and maybe taking a taxi home instead of the god awful night bus, or an expensive coffee like you said. I'll wait a while with buying clothes at least, because I know I have enough at the moment, but I might change it after a while.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3719 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 20:31 »

Quote from: sean on 30 Mar 2010, 13:56

on second thought those pants might work really really well with me since i'm sure dovey probably has a much bigger ass than me.

even whiteboys got to shout

Lines · « **Reply #3720 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 20:38 »

I'm hooked and I can't stop staring.

Lunchbox · « **Reply #3721 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 21:05 »

Just returned my leather jacket for a 3/4 sleeve tuxedo jacket, a sweet mauvey blue scarf, some long-sleeved tees, a purpley gypsyish blouse, a big dangly necklace and some noisy bangles.
It didn't suit me.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3722 on:** 30 Mar 2010, 21:21 »

That's a shame, but I'm intrigued by this tuxedo jacket. Pics pleeeease?

Lunchbox · « **Reply #3723 on:** 31 Mar 2010, 00:29 »

Maybe it's not 'tuxedo' style but that is what the Fashions are calling it.
Anyway: New jacket + New blouse + New jeans + New boots!

The thing I'm doing with my fingers is supposed to be a heart? Also excuse unbrushed hair and untied boots etc, I just got home.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3724 on:** 31 Mar 2010, 01:27 »

You're excused. I'm not wearing any pants.

Drill King · « **Reply #3725 on:** 31 Mar 2010, 05:56 »

We just call that a blazer

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3726 on:** 31 Mar 2010, 06:49 »

I can't really see much of the details on that jacket but it has notch lapels so therefore Not A Tuxedo Jacket.

Melodic · « **Reply #3727 on:** 31 Mar 2010, 09:44 »

it's a pretty awesome blazer, though!

fatty · « **Reply #3728 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 01:03 »

GOSH LUNCHY - You're such a cute hipster! Possibly the cutest!

MAN FASHIONS REQUEST:
Could some stylish guys post pictures/inspiration for me?????????????? (SAM, DOVEY,)

How do you wear those chunky space sneakers?
Can guys wear vests without looking like douchey hipsters?
Black Combat boots, skinny jeans y/n?

Rizzo · « **Reply #3729 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 06:02 »

Pants should be tucked into space sneakers if possibly or rolled over the back of the hightop. If they have laces they should be worn loose but not pushing the tongues out. Pushing the tongue out looks arse.
Realistically most people can't manage space sneakers. Essentially you should really only go for a pair that matches your colour scheme. Since mine is always black and green mine work ok.
e.g. this;

If the image doesn't work, blame Facebook and I'll reupload it.

Coward · « **Reply #3730 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 06:42 »

Quote from: fatty

Black Combat boots, skinny jeans y/n?

I'd say no on both counts, to be honest.

Melodic · « **Reply #3731 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 09:36 »

wait what

you're not allowed to say no to skinny jeans

scarred · « **Reply #3732 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 09:41 »

this is something with which i agree

Lines · « **Reply #3733 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 09:51 »

Rizzo is Doing it Right. Also, I don't see how you can fail with skinnies and combat boots. (Minus skinheads, obviously.) I like them when they are the ones that are above the ankle or mid-calf and are tied loosely. I would wear the shit out of these just because I feel they're still feminine enough to wear with skirts and the like while still looking badass. I guess it just depends on what look you're going for.

Melodic · « **Reply #3734 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 10:03 »

Quote from: Sam on 03 Apr 2010, 10:01

you young people and your fashion

Lines · « **Reply #3735 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 10:39 »

Maybe slim cut instead? They're close enough and doesn't sound so silly.

Coward · « **Reply #3736 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 11:02 »

Skinny jeans look good on girls in good shape but, personally, I think they look doubleplusungood on gents of any size. No one else think they make guys look mega-effeminate?

As for combat boots, who wants to go around looking like they're prepared to kick in doors all the time? If you want to look nails or 'badass' for whatever reason then, in my opinion, just be nails. Otherwise you run the risk of looking like you're trying too hard to be something you're not, which isn't a good look on anyone. Besides, I find a decent pair of nice trainers are far more comfortable.

Lines · « **Reply #3737 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 11:12 »

I think we're just going to have to agree to disagree. People wear boots of varying styles and I'd rather wear combat boots over boots with heels and pointy ass toes. And in some situations, boots are better than trainers. They're more weather resistant, warmer, and can sometimes be worn places that sneakers would be frowned upon. And really, for comfort, I think it just depends on who makes the shoe and what you need for your feet to be comfortable.

Coward · « **Reply #3738 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 11:45 »

Coward · « **Reply #3739 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:01 »

I had meant it as a more narrowly-focused response to:

Quote from: Linds

...I would wear the shit out of these just because I feel they're still feminine enough to wear with skirts and the like while still looking badass. I guess it just depends on what look you're going for.

But, that said, on a wider stage I do happen to dislike the current fashionability of what might be called 'military-chic' for more-or-less the same reason.

Coward · « **Reply #3740 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:10 »

Touche.

Melodic · « **Reply #3741 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:14 »

Touche.

Lines · « **Reply #3742 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:15 »

I didn't mean badass as the, "I'm gonna kick your face in!" so much as, "These are really cool!" Maybe a little face kicking, but more because I really like the look of Docs because I hate most boots that are made for women.

Melodic · « **Reply #3743 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:27 »

oh hey i may as well cash in on this plaid thing

this is the best shirt!

scarred · « **Reply #3744 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:36 »

Emaline · « **Reply #3745 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:41 »

Quote from: Coward on 03 Apr 2010, 12:01

I do happen to dislike the current fashionability of what might be called 'military-chic' for more-or-less the same reason.

Uh....military fashion is not a current thing. It's been around forever. Especially in the goth scene.

sean · « **Reply #3746 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 12:56 »

guys i wear plaid like, every day.

that is how it is done

De_El · « **Reply #3747 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 13:20 »

hi thread. long time no see.

i have a Question.

I kind of like this tshirt, but i can't make up my mind. this may be baseless, but i am kind of worried about looking like a douchebag in it. I don't wear very many shirts like it with such a large printed design.

Lines · « **Reply #3748 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 13:29 »

I like it! I think the only way you'd look like a douche is if you wore it with a vest and/or blazer.

sean · « **Reply #3749 on:** 03 Apr 2010, 13:33 »

i dunno man it is definitely teetering on the line of douche-bag. but yeah avoid things like vests and blazers and cardigans for that matter and you should be okay. just be careful in that thing.

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