Dressing Better Vol 2.0

[BranchLifestyle]

I heard this too but a week of wears just feels like it should have been enough. I'm in them for at least ten hours a day too.

My suede double monks didn't need break in at all. Weird. I got them 6 years ago, maybe they changed the quality hide the make the shoes with.

 

[slighted]

I was talking to pinoy732 when I visited the Meermin NYC store.

The shoes were hella stiff. I have a flat foot, so both lasts fit weird on me (heel slipping, etc.).

 

[jking0821]

anyone by any chance pick up the new republic leather low?
https://www.newrepublicman.com/collections/all/products/kurt-leather-sneaker?variant=3312544645144

the CP clone more or less. I love my newrepublic chelseas so was thinking about grabbing a pair of these soon. These or a pair of clae bradleys. CPs too rich for my blood unless they are some how available at a steep discount

 

[jape]

what are some good casual jackets? just looking for a couple fairly cheap things to have to throw on with some jeans and sneakers. not just a standard fleece zip up, maybe something slightly nicer? took a look at HM/uniqlo yesterday and didn't find much. open to all colors, but definitely want something in black plus a couple others

sidenote: I'm in socal and my local HM AND uniqlo were completely sold out of the $20 black zip ups. what gives

sounds like you need a light everyday jacket
i would go with a light bomber or denim jacket

as for cheaper options i can't help much....but if you look around everyone makes a bomber now.

 

[AtticusFinch]

anyone got any recommendations on well made, under $200 loafers? Looking for a pair of nice penny loafers or mocs to wear in the spring. Tempted by a pair of Cole Haan's, but i've heard mixed reviews on their comfort/durability.

 

[pinoy732]

I got these Meermin string loafers for the spring. Retail price is $175. They have regular penny loafers for the same price.

In my opinion, their suede iterations have a much easier going break in period vs leather.

(not my pic)

 

[vtotheinay]

sounds like you need a light everyday jacket
i would go with a light bomber or denim jacket

as for cheaper options i can't help much....but if you look around everyone makes a bomber now.

thanks man, yeah definitely was looking into both those. I guess by cheaper, I just meant like $100 or less haha. but ill hit the mall this weekend and check out HM/uniqlo/zara and see what I find

 

[ballinsam23]

Hope they release a dark brown version of those chukkas on NR. Really like the shape.

 

[User 15002]

What button up brands do y'all rock with? I'm open to ones with slight stretch and non iron. My Brooks Brothers button recently ripped on me. I went to put my phone up to my ear then I hear a riiiiip. I was pissed.

My go to for button up dress shirts CT.

If you want to try some out on the low price, check out the clearance section. They wear well, wash well, and age well.

 

[slighted]

CT shirts fit huge -- even the Extra Slim Fit joints are baggy on me

May have to try the new Super Slim fit

I agree that they wash/age well.

 

[antidope]

CT shirts fit huge -- even the Extra Slim Fit joints are baggy on me

May have to try the new Super Slim fit

I agree that they wash/age well.

All of this. It's why I had to stop buying them.

 

[sfc415]

Most American and English dress shirt brands fit terribly for me off the rack around my stomach/waist. I always have to spend an extra $10-20 on tailoring since most of these brands are catered to markets full of overweight people. "Slim" over here usually means "slight beer belly". Northern/Southern European and Asian brand shirts tend to fit a lot better, but unfortunately they come with a high price tag in the US.

 

[retroflashbacks]

I love the quality of CT but hate their fit. Lost some weight as well so took them all to the tailor to slim down the waist.

I'm still rocking shirts I bought from 2013 and they are holding up really well. I wear them at least once a week and even throw them in the washer/dryer. No rips or loose threading at all. Solid shirts for $30 a piece.

Meermins are a PITA to break in. I've worn my pair around 15x for 8-10 hour days and they are still stiff as a rock.

 

[shogun]

My meermins are still kinda stiff but still comfortable. Wore them for 9 hours at a wedding over the weekend.

 

[antidope]

Mine finally feel better. Copped the shoe stretchers so I should be good

 

[ROYGBiV]

anyone by any chance pick up the new republic leather low?
https://www.newrepublicman.com/collections/all/products/kurt-leather-sneaker?variant=3312544645144

the CP clone more or less. I love my newrepublic chelseas so was thinking about grabbing a pair of these soon. These or a pair of clae bradleys. CPs too rich for my blood unless they are some how available at a steep discount

Hmmm, interesting

 

[Brownstone]

Dress shirts Ledbury are my go to. CT makes nice shirts though.

 

[bigego24]

Dress shirts Ledbury are my go to. CT makes nice shirts though.

recently copped Ledbury shirts off clearance at my job. They fit quite nice.

 

[Nawzlew]

anyone by any chance pick up the new republic leather low?
https://www.newrepublicman.com/collections/all/products/kurt-leather-sneaker?variant=3312544645144

the CP clone more or less. I love my newrepublic chelseas so was thinking about grabbing a pair of these soon. These or a pair of clae bradleys. CPs too rich for my blood unless they are some how available at a steep discount

was gonna pick up some jack purcells cause i wanted some white sneakers besides my white prestos for spring/summer.

these look pretty good too tho

 

[mjt26]

anyone got any recommendations on well made, under $200 loafers? Looking for a pair of nice penny loafers or mocs to wear in the spring. Tempted by a pair of Cole Haan's, but i've heard mixed reviews on their comfort/durability.

Don’t know if they have your size, but Rancourt & Co has some nice options for around $200.

 

[northoaklandfc]

Dress shirts Ledbury are my go to. CT makes nice shirts though.

recently copped Ledbury shirts off clearance at my job. They fit quite nice.

How do they compare to Ralph Lauren joints in terms of quality? Are they about the same?

 

[Nawzlew]

Nah breh. Maybe before it was when I was 15lbs heavier. But I lost a bunch of weight so the dress shirt actually fit perfectly.

I did roll up my sleeves so that may have added some thickness that resulted in the rip.

if just oxfords and you have a prime acct i'd suggest these

www.amazon.com/Goodthreads-Slim-Fit-Long-Sleeve-Oxford-Indigo/dp/B07545DJRX?ref=ast_p_ei

These fit me really well, and only $25/shirt. If you don't like them, free returns.

 

[nyc game]

I'm upset I didn't find out about Todd Snyder a long time ago they're clothes fit perfect. Just copped some Japanese selvege Chino's and 2 champion t-shirts a bit expensive for the T's though.

 

[chucktwnsfinest]

what are some good casual jackets? just looking for a couple fairly cheap things to have to throw on with some jeans and sneakers. not just a standard fleece zip up, maybe something slightly nicer? took a look at HM/uniqlo yesterday and didn't find much. open to all colors, but definitely want something in black plus a couple others

sidenote: I'm in socal and my local HM AND uniqlo were completely sold out of the $20 black zip ups. what gives

What’s the weather like where you are? Probably being paranoid, but protecting my electronics comes first so I always reach for the all-weather option.

https://www.themanual.com/fashion/b...grid&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=the-manual

 

[vtotheinay]

What’s the weather like where you are? Probably being paranoid, but protecting my electronics comes first so I always reach for the all-weather option.

https://www.themanual.com/fashion/b...grid&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=the-manual

I'm in socal, so not too cold haha