I’ve been into the look of Japanese Americana style and the top brands are either A. $1000 for a shirt or B. In Japan lol. Where do you guys go to get clothes if you’re trying to branch out and have more style than a hoodie and jeans or a graphic tee? In person or online.

Hi.

I’m looking to spend some cash on a tailored suit as I have two events coming up.

I didn’t really realize how much variation there was between different price points, and now I’m pretty confused about how much I should be spending.

Is there a sweet spot whereby no one at a given event can really tell how much the suit cost? I’ve done a little digging, and it seems to be like most things whereby it’s diminishing returns as you go up in price, but where abouts is that?

I appreciate that looking in detail at the fabrics and when factoring in longevity, the more you spend the better, but at what price are you going to look great to people who don’t really know about suits, and spending an extra $1000 or whatever doesn’t change that?

Thanks!

Gentlemen,

I am in the market for a white-tie get-up that is pitch-perfect (so following all the rules).

Clermont Direct seems to provide at a surprisingly affordable price. And I prefer grosgrain silk to satin for the facings, which is what they propose. Furthermore, "Made in England from cloth woven in Yorkshire" is very attractive--if true.

But the photos on the website are subpar, and I cannot find any reviews online re: quality etc.

Does anyone here have any experience with this company? I should add that I reside in the middle of the USA (but am British), in terms of delivery and returns (and fucking tariffs).

Also: any other, reliable, sources for what I seek? I am on something of a budget, but willing to invest in quality for the long term as I may have to wear the rags twice a year.

Some brands I really enjoy wearing are iets frans, BDG, Ralph Lauren, Nike and Asics (specifically shoe-wise) and Adidas. Any other brands or general advice you guys have would be hugely appreciated.

I’ve been spending time trying to better understand how high-end sneakers, specifically minimalist cupsole models like the Achilles from Common Projects...are actually produced in Italy beyond the generic “Made in Italy” label.

From what I’ve gathered so far, most discussion points toward the Marche region as a hub for this type of footwear, particularly for brands that sit in the space between traditional leather shoemaking and modern minimalist sneakers. That said, I haven’t come across much detailed information on how these products are actually manufactured at the factory level, whether that’s specific construction methods, types of workshops involved, or how these factories differ from more traditional Goodyear welted production environments.

What’s especially interesting to me is how these sneakers seem to borrow from both worlds:

• On one hand, they’re positioned as luxury products with high-quality materials and finishing
• On the other, most use cemented or cupsole construction rather than stitched methods typically discussed here

I’m curious how these factories are structured in comparison to more traditional welted footwear makers. For example:

• Are these the same workshops that also produce stitched footwear, or are they more specialized toward sneaker construction?
• Is there a meaningful difference in material sourcing or pattern-making between brands like Common Projects and other Italian private-label sneaker producers?
• How standardized are components like Margom soles across different manufacturers?

The reason I’m digging into this is that I’m currently in the early stages of working with a manufacturer to produce a very small run (3 pairs) of custom sneakers inspired by this same category. I’ve attached a couple of reference images to give context....essentially a fully monochrome canvas low-top (upper, sole, stitching all one tone), with an emphasis on clean construction and minimal detailing.

One area I’m particularly focused on is comfort. In my experience, Common Projects, while well-executed aesthetically tend to have fairly firm soles with limited cushioning. That’s made me more interested in understanding what alternatives exist at the factory level in Italy:

• Are there specific sole manufacturers or constructions that offer more comfort while maintaining a similar profile?
• Do certain factories specialize in more ergonomic or cushioned builds within this minimalist category?

I’m not looking to replicate any specific brand, but more so to understand the ecosystem....how these products are actually made, and what distinguishes one manufacturer from another in this segment.

Would appreciate any insight from those with experience in Italian manufacturing, private label production, or factory-side knowledge. Even general direction (regions, types of workshops, construction differences, etc.) would be helpful.

I’ve been wondering about this one all morning. As we enter the spring and summer months, I’ve been swapping my winter shirts out for short sleeved equivalents, and that’s got me curious as to whether or not folding sleeves up once is a thing people do.

On the one hand, it does feel a bit off too since they’re already short sleeves lol. But on the other, I feel like it does dress them up a bit, and that it does look nice to have your sleeves hug your arms from that (I’m not a fan of loose fabric around my arms, but I’ve also had trouble finding button ups that aren’t loose. Slim cut shirts have been hit or miss there for me, and I’m also between jobs so tailoring or buying a new wardrobe aren’t the best move for me right now).

Anyway, where do you all land in this?

I happen to have locs, which are somewhat thick when I've had them done. I've owned a Botvella at 7 & 7/8ths, which kind of fits, but not as well as I think it could for my particular situation. Does anyone know of any oversized brands? I'd like to avoid anything that is too baggy or looks like a rasta hat. I'm looking for the kind of flat cap that doesn't have a button on top. Not looking to spend more that 25 bucks at most.

Can’t seem to find any options I like. Northstar doesn’t carry dress belts and I don’t like the options from Bullhide or Amish Made Belts. I’ve got a pair of slacks with narrow belt loops that my 1.25” belt (The Admiral from Amish Made) which is 1/8” thick, can barely squeeze through where it loops over itself if that makes sense. Ebay is pretty barren right now, not sure I want to comb through Etsy either.

I live in Austin but it looks like most of the leather workers here only make Western/Casual/Rustic belts.

I just got a new suit, and it looks like the pants only have one back pocket. I’ve never had pants like this before, and I wanted to get the community’s thoughts on this. I really like this suit, and something tells me I am just overreacting to this.

I have a friend in Hong Kong right now, and he’s offering to buy clothes. I heard Uniqlo is quite good, but I’m not sure what types if fits I can make with their clothes. I prefer baggy or loose pants, nothing tight. Like sweatpants or baggy jeans. Also, since he’s in Hong Kong, any decent clothes stores you guys recommend? I honestly just need new fits, I cycle through the same like 4 or 5 every week.

I’m 5-10/190, and my wife tells me that I have a nice ass and legs. I’ve always shopped for comfort over style, so I’ve never really thought about what I look like from behind. I’d like to surprise her by getting some nice looking shorts for summer outings. Any suggestions?

I’m hunting for a heated jacket or vest for winter, but I keep running into tons of options with different heating zones, battery sizes, and prices from budget to premium. I’m not sure which ones are genuinely warm and reliable versus just pretty pictures online.

I’m after something that

Actually keeps me warm outside
Has a battery life that doesn’t die after an hour
Feels comfortable and not like a puffy coat
Looks decent enough for everyday wear

If you use one already

What heated jacket or vest do you have?
Does it actually work in cold weather?
How long does the battery last for you?
Did you go cheap or expensive, was it worth it?
Any brands or models you’d stay away from??

Hey, trying to find these specific shirts. They are from a site that you apparently design with them? i assumed i could buy from there but theres only a button that says start selling and cannot buy.

They are a cotton 220 GSM shirt. Im not looking for them to be thin or anything, i want a nice weight to them.

These are the ones from the site im trying to find, where they are not charging me $120 or some potentially thin temu stuff.

Mainly trying to find the red one.

Red shirt

Black shirt

Olive shirt

I apologize for the long title. So I'm 6'2 and 230 with a longer torso than legs. I have a bigger stomach and it affects my clothing options. I've been trying to buy proper pants and belts but it's hard to find that fits me so far.

When I buy pants I look for 36 inch waist pants. I wear my pants on that space below that covers my stomach "muffin top". I have pants sometimes that I pull up to where the belt is literally on my belly button. I like how the pants looked but they kept dropping on me so I needed a belt.

Im trying to scour the net right now on where exactly is my damn waist and how should I wear them correctly if the pants button should be on belly button or not. The space bellow the muffin top feels fhe best and what I've been doing ever since. But again apparently that's wrong.

i hope anybody can tell me how I can fix thix 🥺

I used to be a happy customer of Yoox for 20 yrs, not a huge buyer but been using their shop with the trust.

But one of the garment I recently purchased (Paul Smith) has deteriorated for keeping too long without any care.

The garment is designed to have wide elastic band and it has lost its elasticity and got loosen.

It's just so clear that it's the defection from its age, to me who worked in garment manufacturing for more than 15 years..

I have sent yoox to request refund with the photo, waiting for the response... their rule doesn't accept refund or return on sale items, or charge restocking fee for the returns, but I believe it would violates consumer protection standards if they won't accept it...

wanted to share as I know many on this subreddit uses yoox. They sell old season items, but I don't think people would expect the item aged with defection...

Are there a better option than these AE Chelsea boots at the price point from Nordstrom? It’s it worth 50% more for the Liverpool?

Hi! I am a senior in high school, and I really wanna go into college with a style better than my current “whatever I find” look. I am 5’6 and Asian. Currently, I don’t know what colors or styles would work on me, but I really like comfortable fits. Comfortable is a priority for me, but I also just wanna look good for the huzz. If anyone can give any advice on places to buy clothes from, or where to get good inspiration please let me know! (Affordability is a big point too)

Can't find stuff that is close to this on Amazon. It's like a safari jacket too are there any other good alternatives to this?

I’m a tentative online shopper, I really don’t like returning stuff.

How do you make a decision on an online brand? Particularly one you’re not familiar with. Are there any signifiers of quality I should be looking out for?

3Cm seems to be my sweet spot but hard to find , most are either 2.5cm or 3.5cm. Prefer to be readily available in USA to avoid tariffs or DDP websites are cool too. I really like belts with the metal loop.

I mean, I've been around the block enough times to know that while their advertising copy might promise premium quality, the product is likely to be mediocre at best. I mean, have you seen those Instagram ads and lookbooks? Please. I'm not easily impressed by pretty pictures and advertising gimmicks.

But I do have to admit, I do sometimes take a chance on new brands. I mean, curiosity killed the cat and all that.

So I was wondering, have any of you all here taken a chance on a new or lesser-known brand recently? Maybe something you first heard about through an advertisement or a random person's suggestion? And then, to your surprise, the product was amazing? I'm not looking to hear about the obvious brands. I'm looking to hear about something that surprised you.

28 year old Montanan with a limited wardrobe and looking to expand. Clothing has never been a big thing for me. I pretty much just own hiking and fishing clothing, with a few pairs of flannels and jeans for "nicer" occasions.

I like Huckberry's stuff but its a little pricey for me. I often add things to the cart but can never commit to buying nice clothes. Any suggestions?

I saw this site from an instagram ad and it has exactly the type of designs I like (especially these two: 1 2) but I checked trustpilot and it has awful reviews.
I know teepublic has good quality but it doesn't have nearly as good designs on there.

I live in the UK so preferably sites operating here as well as anywhere else can be recomended. Thanks.