The Sartorialist

[NiceTTs_13]

Lol ^yes

[torxim]

I get practically everything I buy tailored in some way. Adds 30-40% to the cost but damn, it's worth it.

+1, +2, +3!

Beware tailoring, it becomes a bit addictive and eventually you'll want to try bespoke which takes things to a whole new level!

That being said, +4!

[vdubjb]

lol, skinny ties and rolled jeans = tips http://newyork.grubstreet.com/2012/0...#photo=1x00005

[RENOG]

These pictures make me feel like I look like an absolute bum when I go out. I'm starting to take a little more interest in "fashion" and how I present myself and dress, but clothes are expensive. I even dare to say more expensive than motorcycle racing.

The idea is take and wear what you have but this time put more thought into it and be creative. Get some stuff tailored and add some accesories..Scarfs, hats, layer, and play on colors and patterns..

[pwm]

The idea is take and wear what you have but this time put more thought into it and be creative. Get some stuff tailored and add some accesories..Scarfs, hats, layer, and play on colors and patterns..

To add to that, get the basics covered first and go from there. One you have the classics that are timeless and will always work, you are in a much better position. Good jeans go a long way. A versatile watch. A couple pairs of versatile shoes/boots. A good jacket. You get the idea. Stick with neutral colors for the main items. Don't go for crazy washes in denim...stuff like that. In a couple years you might hate them, and will then need to use money on replacing a staple that you could've otherwise used to expand your wardrobe.

Also, building off the tailored idea, and perhaps more importantly...start by buying stuff that actually fits, or is close to fitting properly from the get go and it'll look infinitely better. People often buy stuff way too big or way too small. I am 6'1 and about 210 lbs. I wear a size Large. I see guys who weigh 30 lbs less, and are 4 inches shorter than me wearing XLs all the time. People don't know their actual size.

[kmf]

This guy here has a good look -

[osiris]

I'm kind of over the whole "dressing like a factory worker from the early 20th century" thing.

[kmf]

I'm kind of over the whole "dressing like a factory worker from the early 20th century" thing.

So basically what you are saying is you would not wear the hat?

[osiris]

So basically what you are saying is you would not wear the hat?

Correct, although that is just the piece that puts it completely over the top into that category.

[Katie-S]

Why does Sartorialist have such a hard on for blazers that are too small?

Don't get me wrong, I like clothes that fit closely and really well -- high armholes and very little wiggle room.

But come on, that factory-worker guy above could never button that jacket in a million years. Even if he could it would barely cover his belt buckle.

My verdict: Jacket's too small, rise is too long.

[V@NS.]

Why does Sartorialist have such a hard on for blazers that are too small?

Don't get me wrong, I like clothes that fit closely and really well -- high armholes and very little wiggle room.

But come on, that factory-worker guy above could never button that jacket in a million years. Even if he could it would barely cover his belt buckle.

My verdict: Jacket's too small, rise is too long.

because its for the sole fact of layering
who in the world would button up a blazer unless youre wearing a business suit with a tie. even then i wouldnt even button it.
i feel like having it open just shows off the bottom layers

[osiris]

because its for the sole fact of layering
who in the world would button up a blazer unless youre wearing a business suit with a tie. even then i wouldnt even button it.
i feel like having it open just shows off the bottom layers

If you can't button the blazer, it is too small. Any layer being worn under a blazer would still be completely visible above the meeting point of the fabric at the front. If you are wearing suits with a tie and not buttoning your jacket, you are doing it wrong.

[V@NS.]

If you can't button the blazer, it is too small. Any layer being worn under a blazer would still be completely visible above the meeting point of the fabric at the front. If you are wearing suits with a tie and not buttoning your jacket, you are doing it wrong.

i guess its all personal preference. it wouldnt be style if everyone did the same thing. and there wouldnt be such thing as the sartorialist if everyone wore things the same exact way. thats what makes it interesting

[osiris]

i guess its all personal preference. it wouldnt be style if everyone did the same thing. and there wouldnt be such thing as the sartorialist if everyone wore things the same exact way. thats what makes it interesting

Clothes that don't fit are clothes that don't fit.

[kmf]

The guy isn't modeling clothes for a GQ cover shoot, he is just a guy walking down the street.

Looks just fine to me.

[kmf]

[osiris]

The guy isn't modeling clothes for a GQ cover shoot, he is just a guy walking down the street.

You think that outfit came together with no thought or planning?

[kmf]

You think that outfit came together with no thought or planning?

I was not there when he got dressed so I really am not qualified to comment on it.

[vdubjb]

http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/201...ntedpants.html http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/201...ylebraces.html

[Mr Roo]

I dont find being different equates to stylish. Some of the thing in that blog look very nice especially the fit, while others look down right foolish. I work near VCU and see some down right funny things on the street. The biggest piece to style that IMO guys get wrong is fit. I work with a lot of guys that have really nice clothes, especially suits, but the fit is wayyy off. I myself am learning this. Just because these guys buy some wacky outfit from the hip thrift store in the large city doesnt make them stylish. I do however applaud their boldness to put it on and rock it on the street.

The best advice I ever got was from a guy that had a small store locally. He said take two guys in the exact same off the rack blue suit. Which one will look more stylish? The guy that takes the off the rack suit and gets it tailored and puts on better/cool accessories will always look more stylish and still be able to go to work without everyone in the office wondering who hired the clown.

[Chilledman]

Rapists?

Wait how did the homeless thread get linked to here ?

Also those boots WTF ?

[kmf]

[Neb]

tshirt's a bit too casual IMO but looks good overall.

[kmf]

tshirt's a bit too casual IMO but looks good overall.

It is funny you say that because I kind of thought that but then thought it depends on what he is doing and thought what would look better?

If you changed from a t-shirt to a polo shirt it would look ehhh. If you go with a full button down you are formalizing it.

I thought about a different color solid color shirt or something with horizontal stripes.

The guy went with something clean and not Bozo the clown and looks good IMO.

[RocknRolla]

It is funny you say that because I kind of thought that but then thought it depends on what he is doing and thought what would look better?

If you changed from a t-shirt to a polo shirt it would look ehhh. If you go with a full button down you are formalizing it.

I thought about a different color solid color shirt or something with horizontal stripes.

The guy went with something clean and not Bozo the clown and looks good IMO.

Agreed. I love his look.