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so currently i own a black suit already and want to buy another one. i'm leaning towards a grey suit. i've seen a charcoalish grey one, but thinking about a slightly lighter shade of grey. i can also go navy blue, but leaning towards grey now.
navy blue is more versatile or are they both just as good ?
also, right now what is the style ? the one slit in the middle back or one slit on each side on the back ?
thanks in advance for any info and opinions.
Dressing better on a budget - Target style
http://www.primermagazine.com/2011/spend/11-style-items-you-can-buy-at-target-and-5-you-shouldnt
11 Style Items You Can Buy at Target and 5 You Shouldn’t
1. V-neck Sweaters
These thin, lightweight sweaters look great casually over a button up but also slide in underneath a suit for winter layering. Pick them up when they’re on sale, usually under $20.
Sweater: Target, $20
Shirt: Lands End Canvas, $29
Sunglasses: AO Square Framed Aviator, $49
2. Dress socks
Merona has a great steal on patterned socks for $2.50 a pair. I’ve got 8 pairs. They look and feel great with my Frye boots, white canvas sneakers, or Allen Edmonds Strands.
3. Dress Shirts
Believe it or not, Target’s dress shirt line under the Merona brand is surprisingly good. They offer a trim silhouette, are wrinkle free and come in a small, but modern selection of colors and patterns. I’ve got a purple one (featured in our Can’t Fail First Date Get Up) that I can wear with a suit, or wear casually untucked with my Red Wings. Very versatile.
4. Henleys
Henley shirts, long sleeved collarless shirts with 2-4 buttons, are really under-utilized by many guys. They create a casual and comfortable look that’s still more put together than a t-shirt. They also offer a more rugged image usually. My favorite is a Mossimo from Target that I’ve had for 2 or 3 years. Pick them up when they’re on sale, $12 or less.
Henley: Target, $12
Sunglasses: Knockaround, $25
Bracelet: H&M, $3
Jeans: Gap, $30
Boots: Red Wing, $200
5. Suits
This one comes with a big but. A few years ago Target introduced an affordable line of suit separates, some of which are surprisingly nice looking. Stay away from the black options, all the ones I’ve seen still look like cheap black suits. However, there have been some nice gray models to come and go. If you pick up one of these, you have to promise me you’ll get it tailored. (Our guide for how a suit should fit.) The one thing that makes a cheap suit really stand out is when it doesn’t fit. If you need a suit quick or are on a tight budget, these will do the trick in the short term.
6. Some Watches
Target carries a few of Timex’s minimalist watches like the Easy Reader. A great looking watch for $30. We did a full review on them here. Stay away from any of Target’s other watches that are trying to be something they’re not; the big gawdy options, the ones with fake gold or diamonds, etc.
7. Polos
The store has a few lines of polos, most of which are a great deal when on sale. Look for the trimmer options. These won’t be the best quality money can buy, but at the price you’re paying, they’ll last you two or three years maybe. Be mindful when washing them, if you don’t care for them properly they’ll get pilly. Check out Dappered’s review on the Mossimo Signature polo.
8. Plain T-Shirts
Whether you pick up one of the store brands or a set of Hanes Perfect T’s, Target offers some nice crew and v-neck t shirt options. They’ve got an ‘athletic’ cut for a modern man, not the boxy Beefy Tees you’re used to seeing at the $8 range. Pick some of their soft ‘heathered’ or ‘marled’ options that’ll look great layered or on their own.
9. Graphic Tees
You’ve heard us say on Primer that if you want to start dressing better your default go-to should be a button up shirt. But t-shirts still have their place, either on their own or layered over a thermal. Target has consistently had a few options that aren’t “clearly from Target,” like they used to look. Choose consciously, and wear when appropriate.
10. Belts
You can find a full leather belt for under $16, and sometimes even less. I snagged a leather belt with a removable buckle for $4.99 on clearance once. It’s still one of my favorites. Stay away from the faux leather offerings.
11. Hats
There are few times a normal guy can wear a hat these days. But in the summer, and especially at the beach, almost every guy can pull it off. Since you’ll only get to wear it a couple times a year at best, don’t splurge on a nice one. Pick up a straw fedora at Target.
I'm not sure if this is the best outlet for my question, but either way I'm interested in some of your opinions.
I'm more than likely (90%) sure I'll be going to Italy next May to help my wife shoot a wedding. We're going to make it a vacation as well, so all told, we'll be out of the States for at least 3 weeks. Not sure where else we want to go, but the main piece of the trip will be Italy.
South of France has been considered, as has Switzerland.
My question to you is, what are some pieces you'd make sure you travel with but also would fit in somewhat locally. It can still be US styled, but my main objective is not to stick out like a sore thumb. I'm fairly certain there are things that are globally worn (i.e. - mainstays regardless of culture).
I have traveled internationally before and last time we went to Greece we utililized Tumi backpacks as carryon. So space is going to be somewhat limited. I brought sandals and wore brown Cole Haan drivers on the plane.
Thoughts?
so currently i own a black suit already and want to buy another one. i'm leaning towards a grey suit. i've seen a charcoalish grey one, but thinking about a slightly lighter shade of grey. i can also go navy blue, but leaning towards grey now.
navy blue is more versatile or are they both just as good ?
also, right now what is the style ? the one slit in the middle back or one slit on each side on the back ?
thanks in advance for any info and opinions.
Thinking about getting some red chinos (Alphas), I just don't know what to wear with them to set them off. I have this denim shirt that I got (never been worn yet) that i think would go good with it, but idk. Any help is appreciated.
Thinking about getting some red chinos (Alphas), I just don't know what to wear with them to set them off. I have this denim shirt that I got (never been worn yet) that i think would go good with it, but idk. Any help is appreciated.
Anyone point me to an oxford similar to this. Wanna cop a few for next season. $150 each for RRL is not on this college students budget I'm 6'2 btw so recommendations for taller guys are appreciated too. Sorry for the ninjahood pic.
Before anything I'm gonna be honest and say I am brand new to this thread so sorry if its not what you are looking for lol.
I plan on copping this shirt thats similar to the one your looking for tomorrow.
http://www.uniqlo.com/us/CPaGoods/itemcode=072006
hope it helps.
What ya think about this fit
Shirt: http://www.uniqlo.com/us/CPaGoods/itemcode=072006
Jeans: http://us.levi.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12302215&
Shoes: http://www.sperrytopsider.com/store...0532002*M070&productId=7-100210&searched=true
EDIT: Shirt wont be tucked in probably unbutton depending how it looks with a white v-neck under
Good looks on the recommendations everyone. Gonna check out the jcrew outlet in Orlando this weekend. Sucks Uniqlo isn't nationwide, unless someone wants to proxy for me Repped everyone who helped. Thanks again guys.
Edit: When taking an oxford to get tailored what are you guys asking for?
These can also be purchased at Marshall's or TJMAXX for $30 or so. This is the RL version I am speaking of.Anyone point me to an oxford similar to this. Wanna cop a few for next season. $150 each for RRL is not on this college students budget I'm 6'2 btw so recommendations for taller guys are appreciated too. Sorry for the ninjahood pic.
I agree that fit (and confidence) are most important. And this isn't hate, I think you're a good dresser even casually, but do you really think that outfit is "presentable"? I guess it's semantics but I think presentable is a way you dress maybe for a decent dinner or to go out somewhere respectable, something you'd wear to meet your girlfriend's parents for the first time or if you work a good job and you ran into the company CEO, you wouldn't feel embarrassed.I never stopped wearin sneakers, I just mix it up...to me dressing better just meant fitting better...with that said, my idea of dressing better is not always suited up, or shirt tucked or Allen Edmonds on your feet 7 dys if the week...my idea of dressing better is wearing things that fit you right....reason why now most of my pants I get tailored, so my sneakers still get play, I just know that if I'm wearin a pair of runners, basketball, trainers nikes I shouldn't try to look formal, because it just won't work, I'll just untuck my shirt, wear some jeans...hell if I'm wearing a tee shirt that fits, a pair of pants that fits and some cements, IMO in dressing better for myself.
I meant to post ^^^ that picture...sorry
I wanted to make a post on my blog about how you can be versatile, as long as you don't lose your fit, you can still look presentable...my Tshirt is a bit lose since I lost a few lbs, so just picture a better fitting tee of course, I can easily and have gotten into trendy party spots with strict doors with both fits.
Telling you bros, it's all about FIT FIT FIT!...you don't need to retire your collection in order to start dressing better!