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Post by ten15 on Oct 12, 2018 9:27:43 GMT -6
I have very little experience actually dressing dudes but need to spiff up my bf for a couple weddings we have coming up, any suggestions? Some of you have met him but imagine a slightly stockier version of me. Was thinking of going to Bonobos? Idk If you aren't sure what to get him, I would go to Nordstrom (the one at NorthBridge, ideally). The sales people there are super helpful, and then you aren't confined to one brand. |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 9:28:28 GMT -6
Bonobos is often aimed at smaller dudes from my (limited) experience there but if you can find pants in their athletic fit, that would probably be what you’re looking for.
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 9:29:34 GMT -6
I have very little experience actually dressing dudes but need to spiff up my bf for a couple weddings we have coming up, any suggestions? Some of you have met him but imagine a slightly stockier version of me. Was thinking of going to Bonobos? Idk If you aren't sure what to get him, I would go to Nordstrom (the one at NorthBridge, ideally). The sales people there are super helpful, and then you aren't confined to one brand. Department stores are almost always the way to go. I may be biased because I used to work at one but you get so many better options when you start there. If you need to specialize you can go to more specific stores. |
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Post by goodson on Oct 12, 2018 9:41:09 GMT -6
I refuse to pay more than $20 for jeans. i'm sorry but i just saw this and what trash jeans are u wearing constantly |
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Post by goodson on Oct 12, 2018 9:42:17 GMT -6
I have very little experience actually dressing dudes but need to spiff up my bf for a couple weddings we have coming up, any suggestions? Some of you have met him but imagine a slightly stockier version of me. Was thinking of going to Bonobos? Idk you trying to get a suit or just upgrade his existing stuff? does he have good shoes? that's p key and will maks the whole outfit better |
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Post by ultravisitor on Oct 12, 2018 9:55:01 GMT -6
Bonobos is often aimed at smaller dudes from my (limited) experience there but if you can find pants in their athletic fit, that would probably be what you’re looking for. I'm wearing some Bonobos stretch chinos in the athletic fit right now. Whenever I have to bend over to pick something up off the floor, I think of how much I like them. Def recommend trying out some pants at Bonobos. Oh, and shoes? Allen Edmonds is having their biggest annual sale right now. Prices won't be this low again until next year at this time. |
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Post by Xamnam on Oct 12, 2018 9:57:03 GMT -6
I refuse to pay more than $20 for jeans. i'm sorry but i just saw this and what trash jeans are u wearing constantly Whatever makes its way to goodwill. |
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Post by sthubbins on Oct 12, 2018 9:58:50 GMT -6
Whenever I have to bend over to pick something up off the floor, I think of how much I like them. just want to appreciate this really good pants review here |
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Post by irvred on Oct 12, 2018 11:03:42 GMT -6
I refuse to pay more than $20 for jeans. i'm sorry but i just saw this and what trash jeans are u wearing constantly On the flipside I have made the mistake of buying like $300 Burberry jeans and they were dope but at a point they weren’t any better than some Levi’s. |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:05:48 GMT -6
Ok so we can all agree that we should spend more than $20 on jeans but less than $300. Good work everyone.
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:09:36 GMT -6
Worthy of note I got a pair of jeans that was like $120 but I had a gift card/discount and they're pretty life changing.
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 11:10:20 GMT -6
I have very little experience actually dressing dudes but need to spiff up my bf for a couple weddings we have coming up, any suggestions? Some of you have met him but imagine a slightly stockier version of me. Was thinking of going to Bonobos? Idk you trying to get a suit or just upgrade his existing stuff? does he have good shoes? that's p key and will maks the whole outfit better It doesn't have to be a suit though he should probably just get a suit. He does not have good shoes lol |
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 11:11:08 GMT -6
I have very little experience actually dressing dudes but need to spiff up my bf for a couple weddings we have coming up, any suggestions? Some of you have met him but imagine a slightly stockier version of me. Was thinking of going to Bonobos? Idk If you aren't sure what to get him, I would go to Nordstrom (the one at NorthBridge, ideally). The sales people there are super helpful, and then you aren't confined to one brand. I do think a stop at Nordstrom makes sense just to get measured |
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 11:12:33 GMT -6
Bonobos is often aimed at smaller dudes from my (limited) experience there but if you can find pants in their athletic fit, that would probably be what you’re looking for. I'm wearing some Bonobos stretch chinos in the athletic fit right now. Whenever I have to bend over to pick something up off the floor, I think of how much I like them. Def recommend trying out some pants at Bonobos. Oh, and shoes? Allen Edmonds is having their biggest annual sale right now. Prices won't be this low again until next year at this time. Are Allen Edmonds actually comfortable? |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:14:28 GMT -6
The shoes are where to start. Even with a big discount, Allen Edmonds can be a bit of sticker shock for dudes who don't typically spend money on shoes. Does he have a wide foot? Johnston and Murphy has some of my favorite dress shoes that are a step above florsheim's but not quite to Allen Edmonds levels. If he doesn't have a suit I recommend taking him to a mens warehouse or somewhere similar to at least get his measurements done. Some of the Macy's standard brands are really nice for suits and don't necessarily require as much of an investment, since it sounds like he doesn't wear suits a lot
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Post by goodson on Oct 12, 2018 11:15:33 GMT -6
i'm sorry but i just saw this and what trash jeans are u wearing constantly Whatever makes its way to goodwill. xam please love yourself |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:16:24 GMT -6
Whatever makes its way to goodwill. xam please love yourself automoderating condiments as self-care |
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Post by ten15 on Oct 12, 2018 11:16:28 GMT -6
I'm wearing some Bonobos stretch chinos in the athletic fit right now. Whenever I have to bend over to pick something up off the floor, I think of how much I like them. Def recommend trying out some pants at Bonobos. Oh, and shoes? Allen Edmonds is having their biggest annual sale right now. Prices won't be this low again until next year at this time. Are Allen Edmonds actually comfortable? Yes, although I prefer Gordon Rush. |
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 11:22:25 GMT -6
Whatever makes its way to goodwill. xam please love yourself Let's not do this pls |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:24:20 GMT -6
A large part of my job used to be getting grumpy 35+ year old men to dress nicely and pick out clothes that they both found comfortable and looked good wearing. It was so much fun and is all I miss about retail. Several guys only came in the store when I was working. I frequently wonder if they've bought any pants since 2016
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Post by goodson on Oct 12, 2018 11:27:46 GMT -6
alady maybe he should get some loafers?? he can wear them with a suit but also wear then with like jeans and chino and be slightly more upscale when he wants to
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 11:36:38 GMT -6
Loafers are v much in his wheelhouse so that is def an option
Y'all throw out some cute dress shoes let's see what you got
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2018 11:38:10 GMT -6
If he wants to look dressy and is clueless have him watch some Gentleman’s Gazette videos on YouTube.
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Post by irvred on Oct 12, 2018 11:39:35 GMT -6
Xam just send goodson six pairs of your goodwill jeans he will stitch them into one hip superjean
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:40:12 GMT -6
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Post by sthubbins on Oct 12, 2018 11:42:04 GMT -6
That first one is too casual for a suit imo
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 11:47:54 GMT -6
Yeah the endgame on that one was more for dressing up jeans/khakis and being generally nicer attire rather than for a suit, though I think they’d still work alright in a pinch
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Post by ultravisitor on Oct 12, 2018 11:51:25 GMT -6
I'm wearing some Bonobos stretch chinos in the athletic fit right now. Whenever I have to bend over to pick something up off the floor, I think of how much I like them. Def recommend trying out some pants at Bonobos. Oh, and shoes? Allen Edmonds is having their biggest annual sale right now. Prices won't be this low again until next year at this time. Are Allen Edmonds actually comfortable? Yes. I've got 6 or 7 pairs, including one pair of made-to-order boots made out of natural cordovan. The thing is you HAVE to get fitted for Allen Edmonds shoes (or Alden or whatever brand). Most men do not wear the correct size shoes, and that (along with quality) is what causes a lot of discomfort. I've gotten myself fitted a few times at the Allen Edmonds store--a necessity for these shoes, especially since they make different shoes on different lasts, which means sizing for one model will be different than it is for another model--and I've got fucked up feet for sizing, but none of my dress shoes from them are ever uncomfortable. I can wear them all day easily. |
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Post by alady on Oct 12, 2018 12:15:01 GMT -6
Yeah the endgame on that one was more for dressing up jeans/khakis and being generally nicer attire rather than for a suit, though I think they’d still work alright in a pinch I feel like he has a pair like the second pair. I don't love the square toe? |
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Post by thebosma on Oct 12, 2018 12:34:12 GMT -6
Yeah the endgame on that one was more for dressing up jeans/khakis and being generally nicer attire rather than for a suit, though I think they’d still work alright in a pinch I feel like he has a pair like the second pair. I don't love the square toe? This is a fair criticism. I’ll keep looking. Based on your Instagram picture of him I’m gonna guess he’s a 46L in suits tell me if I’m right this is my favorite game |
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