Do you ever try to dress yourself but when you go to the mirror you DON'T feel confident and can't figure out what's not working? That's why fashion advice exists. Like any art form, there are rules that help and sometimes we break them once we know what we're doing.
I agree. It looks intentional, and I like that. They dont have to be identical, but they should be same color family, warm b brown to warm brown, cool beje to cool beje.. etc.
I agree, it looks a bit more formal, good for an interview, etc, as it looks intentional and you've put in more effort,... the other way looks more casual and would be fine to shop or lunch with friends..
My basics are the things that stay with me the longest and that I change out the least. So I finally invested in some good quality materials. You don’t have to break the bank to do that though! I just made sure it was all 100% cotton or poplin which is another form of cotton just a different binding style.
The fabric also matters, when you're wearing light colour clothes from natural fabric like linen or silk, the heat and sun are becoming more tolerable 😊
That first one is so true! I've had things from cheaper stores that are in mint condition and stuff from higher end brands that I don't wear anymore because they didn't hold up as well. Fabric composition is where it's at. I agree 💯
@@danieladana4224 natural fibers like cotton, linen, silk, wool, or blends of this fabrics. Sometimes a wee bit of polyester in the mix is good, to make the fabric less wrinkly. But be aware of the thinness of the fabric. The thicker it is, the more expensive it will look and the more it will last you.
I bought a very popular designer it bag in 2009. It lost shape fast and I took it to a peddler. It was LINED with cardboard. I thrifted it but it’s still RRP $US2800 Cardboard! M&S autograph bags are made better.
Same. I also gave up on hella expensive 100% wool sweater. Found out that I much prefer nice blend even with polyester or even just wiscose /cotton blends.
#1 is so true. Price tag doesn’t always equal quality, and let’s remember so many influencers recommending these expensive brands are often gifted items or given credit, so affordability is different. Look for fabric, and look at the stitching to recognize well made items.
I've been watching you all for almost a year now and have learned so much and have so much more to learn when it comes to Classic Menswear and styles. Before, I had never known what I wanted to wear or what I liked in general but since stumbling upon this channel I have a clear goal of what I want. Thank you to those who make this channel and those who will make it last for more years to come, you are truly a blessing :)
I work fashion industry more than 20 years. Most important things is you are comfortable what you wear. I love navy and black style and matching style, because definitely looks good and stylish. Summer time I also wear dark colors sometimes. Doesn’t matter who said to you.
I certainly agree about it not being the brand etc when it comes to getting a good outfit or putting pieces together, example; whilst literally walking through Primark just glancing as I went I spotted a linen skirt with some pretty detailing which was lined and had a really good feel to it, I was going to a garden party later that day so I picked it up, teamed it with a top I had already - 8/9 years later I was still wearing that skirt it was black and white so I could team it with so many different combinations of tops and accessories, it cost £8.00 so I would say never discount anything as being a useful wardrobe staple just because it doesn't come with a designer label or price!!
No, I like my belt, shoes, and purse to all be matching. It usually bothers me when they aren't. 😬 If one thing doesn't match the other two, it at least has to match the shirt/dress, not the pants. 😐
Sometimes the belt looks like too much when you wear a printed top and/or a printed bottom. I totall understand this influencer. I’ve gone without my belt numerous times with my pants and have received compliments.
Bang on as always - EXCEPT belt loops look terrible without a belt! Mind you as I agree with all of the rest of this I'm starting to think I might need a rethink ....... 😊
style rule: wear whatever the fuck you want, dont listen to ANYONE telling you what "looks good", or "must haves", or whats "contrived" or not. Wear whatever you want, period.
Love all the outfits. I also don't believe in matching all the leathers but I do believe in matching jewelry according to gold or silver. If you wear gold earrings it somehow feels mismatched to me when the rings are suddenly silver. Maybe that's just me.
I spent a September in Paris seven years ago and EVERYONE (men too) was wearing navy and black, and we know Parisiens are never wrong when it comes to fashion.
Only the quality basics is still a recommendation (not a rule). I don’t think the rest of these have been a rule in years and years. And even for quality basics it means quality of fabric and construction not blind brand buying. Maybe I am more fashion forward than I thought!
I agree. I don't go for any of this. I want to see some tips for men. In sick of baggy pant, ball caps at meals, filthy athletic shoes , knit sleeveless shirts, stubble. , baggy. cargo shorts ; flip flops with filthy feet and overgrown toe nails, and untrusted teeth I have some standards 😮
If I wore navy shoes with a black outfit my friends would ask me if I got dressed in the dark. Where I live it is so hot in the summer, I only wear black at night when it isn't absorbing the sunlight.
I too agree with the 1st one...as I have a limited budget,most of my clothes are H&M ,Zara etc...Many of them are 10/15 years old and still in really good condition,even still on tren❤nd
I'm from Sydney and we wear aLL colours in summer, including a lot of black. It was only when I moved to Europe that I felt out of place wearing black or navy in hot weather 😅🙈
Dont look at the brand, but the fabric composition. 100 per cent, this is my golden rule for buying clothes! When it comes to very simple basics, I have got some brilliant pieces from Asda! As long as it is 95-100% cotton and fits well, Asda is actually my go to for some simple basics.
Try to vary the textures of the prices you are wearing. This adds visual interest. Look to classic outfits for inspiration. E.g. A tweed suit with a fine cotton blouse and a silk scarf.
Actually, I liked the striped shirt/white pants with matching belt/shoes/bag, and I liked it the other 2 ways..it all looked good and gave the outfit 3 different looks.. I'd say 'not instead of' but also wear option. It looks more formal with the 3 matching, and more casual with non-matching accessories ...a classic timeless look 👍👍
i agree that people shouldnt feel constricted to match all leathers, but the “new rule” introduced here that matching them all looks bad is not one i plan to follow. all black leathers can look great. perfectly matching browns might be a lot for a casual look, but browns of differing shades is gonna be harmonious without being conspicuously matchy
I'm really excited to hear that you don't have to have a belt with belt loops for some reason I do not enjoy belts very much. Sometimes they really finish the outfit. I really like not having to match your bag and your shoes and I used to not like navy and black, but now I think it really is chic. I also like brown and black. Another one is not wearing white after Labor Day. I'm so glad winter white is in that reminds me the other one is white and cream or off-white used to be a no-no but now it looks really good
I love the look of all matching leather, but I also love the look of thoughtfully breaking "rules". Like if you have visually top and bottom leather are same, and the one that's in the middle is different, I think that can be stylish. (Or similar concepts)
Good advice to look at the fabric and stitching instead of brand. I used to make the mistake if something was "designer" it was better quality..not true at all. You luve and you learn.
Anymore is such a key word. Tan shoes and bag was such a thing in the noughties /early teens. Now, it looks dated and try hard. Viva La fashion! Ditto black and navy - looks delectable especially with the pieces, shape and proportion here ❤️
Well even tho you CAN wear dark clothes in summer you still should have light colors becuase dark takes in more heat meaning it will be super duper hot. This is comeing from Someone in texas also just wear what you think looks good on you or what you want
The reasons why a lot of people do not wear darker colors in the summer are because mosquitoes are attracted to darker colors, and also, the heat from the sun absorbs into your clothes and makes you hotter. But you're from the UK, so you probably don't need to worry about mozzies or excessive heat (I never encountered mozzies there, anyway).
Didn't expect to like this but was actually very practical. The only thing I'd point out (and this is probably cos I'm Aussie and you're British) is that wearing dark colours in summer can make you feel hotter (having said that, my base colour is black - I just try to make sure my top half is lighter as this tends to be where I'm most exposed to the sun when I'm out and about)
I have so many tops and bottoms not from high street but they last me years. Beautiful and durable fashion don’t have to be high street at all! I get compliments every single time I am out. I am 51 (look 35) but the compliments come from young people in their 20s and 30s. Even my 19yo son says I have very good fashion sense and nothing I have is high street! 😇😇😇
Dark colors make a neat silhouette any time of year. Blue on black is very upscale. Dress up any basic look with a print scarf including the garment colors. Without the scarf you have not finished dressing for the public. a thin scarf or a cummerbund can cover belt loops neatly. Match shoes to the nearest garment. Skirts look more upscale than slacks. I agree with the loose fit of these slacks. The tight leggings are overplayed. A little mystery is more attractive than full body shape reveals. I also agree with the sensible shoes seen here. Heels typically injure the wearer, why do that to yourself voluntarily? Pain in your feet shows in everything you do. Sensible attractive shoes are part of your beautiful aura. If you have light hair with dark ensemble, style your hair up with a dark clip, or add a dark hat. It can be a lightweight dark blue or black straw fedora. Balance dark hair and a light color ensemble with hair up or back with a light color clip or hair scarf or a light color hat. A solid color ensemble does best with some texture variety. You have a few basics, you can multiply looks with smart accessories. Belts, bags, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and scarves should be classics, too.
Carla Rockmore gives very different advice. Brown and blue in particular work well. Blue and black are fine in my opinion. I am not in the fashion industry, but I do see that something is possible.
