I would like to acknowledge something very important you pointed out Ashley in this video is not just highlighting the clothing piece, but also taking the time to explain how the clothing piece should ideally fit and why. That is so darn important. I own quite a few Shirt Jackets myself now in different fabrics and style. For some men, they can sit in between sizes, in between a Med and Large for instance of a clothing line. A medium can be too snug if you buttoned your buttons and looks a bit tight and not cool, but if you go one size up a Large size can be way too loose and sleeve arms too long as well the jacket now too long also. I’ve had these problems! What I choose to do was go with the size up the Large and then take it to my tailor and have it more tailored to my particular fit in body with of Jacket, taking in the arms a bit to my length as well shortening the Jacket also to my fit or close to where a Medium jacket size would of fitted. At the tailor shop that adds up quite a bit to make alterations so a jacket fits you better where it matters. And that’s a challenge when your of a size that’s in between sizes and don’t want a jacket you like being too tight or way too loose and long. For me I take the personal aspect of getting my stuff properly tailored and that’s an added challenge to dressing well. But it helps a lot when you get advice on how something should fit and not just to try and wear it. So you know when you try it on where the fit is suppose to be for you.
yeah, I thought so, I bought online overshirt but I think the fit already fit me, then the fit actually quite loose, and even the long sleeve need to cuff once to fit me. and the overshirt lenght also a problem, I dont know what's normal and good.. but I think I need tailor that.. being short 5" 4 and 60kg thin, also challenge when buying things. I need to have another solution than go to the physical store and understand details of size of any of other brands, because their sizing was somewhat incomplete
@@ScaryGuyID The overshirt should fit but it shouldn’t be too snug, so a bit loose but not excessively. If you was to say button all your buttons on the overshirt, it should not be like snug on you, but a bit loose. Just a way to check. As well, if you were to wear another layer of shirt, you don’t want an already too snug overshirt. Another thing is almost ever retainer has a different measurement for shirts. That’s something to keep in mind. If you like a particular retailer then only then you really learn their measurements. You may learn what they call a medium is more on large side etc and figure things out that way. If you only buy 1-2 things here and there from lots of different retailers, your going to have a big challenge with clothing sizes that fits you well.
Leather jackets are like Henley's. 70% of the guys I see wearing them absolutely can not pull them off. But nobody has the balls to tell them they need to hit the gym for 3 years and then find a fit where they're wearing the jacket, and the jacket is not wearing them.
I ~HATE IT~ when fashion gurus say to "size down" on items, in this case, a trucker's jacket. The assumption is that every man has a zero fat percentage and a six-pack going on. I'm not obese by any stretch, but I do have a "pooch belly" that I'm not at all enthused about accentuating. It comes with age (I guess). I'll be danged if I'm going to size down on ANYTHING in that area of my person, well advised or not. I'm sticking with MY size/fit. I still enjoyed the video and it definately gets a "thumbs up" from this Kentucky boy. 👍
After recently having tried on denim trucker jackets from different brands, the advice to try smaller sizes is valid. 7 out of 8 of the jackets I tried on fit too big for my size, even sizing down, some still felt bulkier than the one in my regular size. I've stopped paying much attention to sizes and focus on the signs she advises to look for a good fit, such as shoulder line & lengths. Try your regular size, adjust size until those factors are aligned, and if they don't try a different brand.
Ashley please post wear you are finding these pieces. I have been looking for a suede and corduroy trucker jacket forever and have not luck unless I want to spend close to a 1000 dollars for a designer brand. I miss how you used to show designer links and the affordable links on your videos.
Hey you, but you are wrong on leather jackets. As you are in Paris, look down the Champs Elysee, what jackets do you see the French wearing there??? JOTT down jackets - light weight, a range of colours and well-made, ideal for Autumn.
Great video but you left out the blazer. While a blazer can be sporty it is distinctly above a sports coat. I’ve seen guys pull it off with well fitted jeans and chinos. Of course the gold or silver buttons can be distracting but it works well in the business environment. Thanks for the opportunity to comment.
@@raymondellis6579 I'm not denying her talent and ability to help someone not looking good, look acceptable, but for more individuality and interest I find many other RU-vidrs better. Think Ashley might be good for the younger learners though
@@jonstern7511 You need to watch her older videos not just her latest ones she has being doing this for years now and I have watched her videos for a long time now. My favourites are her men's suits videos.
Thanks rock solid list. Just wondering about Barbour wax jacket Beaufort or Bedale? Is this something you recommend? Also in the past you’ve recommended Harrington jacket. Thanks again.
I just grabbed a suede Bomber from Zara just like the brown one from this video. But it doesn't fit as you described in this video. It fits just under the pocket like the one modeling it in the product description
Ehhh, they're okay, not great. This is why I don't really recommend them. Lots of things going on with their jackets and it detracts from an outfit. I never use them on clients. Yes, they're classic, but just not a big fan.
Ashley, you’re awesome… Thanks for producing great content 👍 Biggest question I have is where to buy? I put together a list based on videos like yours but then consistently can’t find these awesome items you are suggesting. For all your videos, if you had “Ashley’s picks” with links, I’m sure many guys would be buying (and hopefully you could get affiliate kick backs)… if this is something you could add, you would definitely be above the rest in my book!
I ordered 3 Collars & Co shirts and there Is nothing luxurious about them. The collar is cardboard so when you wash it the warping guarantee goes out the window. The material is not good either. Shirts look cheap.
The bomber jacket looks sooo cheap and like for young boys with open necks, noncovered butts... better a cotton or suede semi-biker jacket. More stylish and more serious.
Hi Ashley! I just bought 6 polo shirts from Collas & Co size small since that's what I normally wear however they seem to run larger in size. Do you recommend for me to get them tailored?
You can't go wrong with a nice northface winter jacket..!!! In navy or karki!! You get the best bomber jackets from superdry!! As for a suede bomber jacket I personally think it's a bit fem !! But that's just me..
@@nooneishere123 Yeah you maybe think that...but they are not pretentious like some of the jackets shown here that will get wet through and end up smelling like wet dog ‽‽.. If you go to a proper mountaineering shop you can get some of the coolest northface designed winter jackets on the market !!.. Plus they keep your dry warm and cool !!.. Thanks for your comment though 👍
I don't know, these jackets are primarily made for outdoor activities. I live in a country where it can get really cold but you don't see people walking the streets in synthetic jackets as if they just climbed the Khumbu glacier. When it's cold the chance of precipitation is low and I can just wear a coat. And if it rains the last thing I want is to destroy my down jacket by exposing it to water.
Well you need leather jacket , if riding a motorcycle , it s protective shield , we cannot be narrow minded in our dress, by avoiding leather Jackets , I’m not knocking your ideas of fashions, but you don’t want give the impression that people who wear leather jackets have no taste at all. But that’s your personal preference, Leather jackets come in different style , whether your riding a motorcycle ,or the right type leather jacket for the occasion I seen a lot of fashion shows with leather of different types, it really how to put the pieces of wardrobe together Let’s not limit ourselves , when comes to dress
Good video but I don't like the fact you have mostly used picture of good-looking tall white men for your video. That's not how average men looks like in real life. Based on facts those highly arractive people don't even need your fashion tips because they will look good with anything they wear. Thank you
Do you want me to demonstrate the point I'm talking about, or show more ethnic models? Often, they both can't be done at the same time because it's incredibly hard to find images that hit both points. So you're going to have to slightly suspend disbelief unless you're willing to donate your time and help solve this issue (and see how next to impossible it is)?
Well what do you expect lmao? Once you have the basics down its all about defining your style on your own. It's the same content because there's only a finite amount that needs to be said.
Never take advice on fashion and style from Americans, there style is awful. In Britain the classic look is the "timeless English dapper suave gentleman" look
