Wearing Clothes the "Wrong" Way - Topic of the day 9/10/24
From pants as shirts to shirts as pants and more, what are some ways in which can or have worn clothes the "wrong" way for a fit? What led to you taking this leap? What are some of the benefits and some of the drawbacks in wearing clothes in non-standard ways?
Brand Spotlight: Brycelands - Topic of the day 9/9/24
*"Bryceland's, founded by Kenji Cheung and Ethan Newton in 2015, is an expression of the classic men's wardrobe (eta: they also now make womenswear, this was not uodated in their brand copy). Combining a basis of custom tailoring and men's haberdashery, we cast a classical eye for proportions and a desire to create elegance and masculinity on to every element of clothing, from workwear to the evening. Our approach is to build wardrobes that will flatter the wearer at every occasion, creating...
Fall Inspo - Topic of the day 9/8/24
Whether your Brat Summer lasted four years or four minutes, fall is fast approaching. What style, look, or feeling are you trying to emulate this fall? Will this fall be any different from the ones past? What images would best represent your fashion goals this fall?
What's In A Name?: Defining A Style - Topic of the day 9/7/24
A common refrain is "what style is this (picture or text description of clothes)? To what extent is having an defined aesthetic name (e.g. ivy, streetwear, workwear, "avant-garde") important to developing personal style and/or dressing "better"? How useful is a broad descriptor (e.g. "ivy") vs a more specific one (e.g. "80s French ivy")? Are there better ways of describing a particular style or combination of styles?
Bouba or Kiki? - Topic of the day 9/6/24
Would you describe your personal style as "bouba" or "kiki", and why (see photo for reference)?
In-Groups: Do your outside interests influence your dress? How so? - Topic of the day 9/5/24
Style acts as a visual language, and different pieces or ways of dress can place you amongst a community, or indicate a specific interest.
What does your style say about you? What communities do you draw inspiration from? Does that match your interests or personality? Are you saying what you want to say?...
Brand Spotlight: Online Ceramics - Topic of the day 9/4/24
Despite its name, Online Ceramics does not, in fact, sell clay objects. The name is a red herring of sorts, creating an “if you know, you know” status for the brand from the jump.
Lions, Tigers, and Bears (all in your closet) - Topic of the day 9/3/24
From the Polo Bear to the Lacoste alligator to BAPE's ape some of the most notable brands adopted pet mascots. How do you feel about fashion brands and their various mascots? Does the presence of a logo improve or worsen your perception of an item of clothing? To what degree do you enjoy them displayed on clothes? What logo is the best overall?
Top of WAYWT: August 2024 - Topic of the day 9/2/24
Brat summer is officially over. It’s September now, a perfect time to discuss fits you think were slept on. Because ‘wake me up when september ends.’ Get it. Top of the month can be found here: https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1280027203035463731
Favorites Series: Belts - Topic of the day 9/1/24
In a pro-pants community like mfad, belts may hold a special place in ones' heart. What are your favorite belts of all prcie points? What are your preferences of material, design, and color? What's your take on custom belt buckles? Do you even need a belt if your pants fit well enough? Feel free to share all your thoughts on belts here. The Favorites Series is part of a ~weekly recurring TOTD to replace/updated the 5 year old "Best X for $X" threads on r/mfa.
When Rule-Breaking Becomes the Norm - Topic of the day 8/31/24
Once upon a time I'm guessing you heard a bunch of rules about how to dress - from your parents or friends or the internet. What previous "rules" have you broken and adopted into your regular dressing and what was the context (function, personal style, coincidence)? Do you see a reason to ever go back to the old way?
Style vs Fashion - Topic of the day 8/30/24
Two often interchangeable terms but for real: what is 'style' and what is 'fashion'? Are these universal concepts or do they depend on the person? Is it possible to being fashionable without being stylish or stylish without being fashionable, and if so how? How much does style or fashion impact your choices in what to wear? And is the wonderful graphic used an example of something stylish, fashionable, both, or neither?
Brand Spotlight: Cactus Store LA - Topic of the day 8/29/24
Cactus Store is a plant-owned human-operated studio based in Los Angeles. We spend our time in the cracks between disciplines, working to broker better plant/ human relationships before the world ends in 2063. Est. 2014.
Brand Spotlight: Sassafras - Topic of the day 8/28/24
Founded in Kyoto, Japan, Sassafras makes clothing for the gardener in all of us. Designer Takashi Takagi is an avid gardener himself, and he takes cues from workwear and military clothing to craft ultra-functional designs that work in any environment.
Brand Spotlight: Lady White Co - Topic of the day 8/27/24
FOUNDED IN 2015, LADY WHITE CO. INITIALLY FOCUSED SOLELY ON JERSEY T-SHIRTS. PARTICULARLY: WHITE. NOW DEVELOPING VARIOUS SPORTSWEAR FORMS, OUR EXPANDING COLLECTION REFLECTS CONTEMPORARY MOODS THROUGH THE PERSONALITIES OF OUR CUSTOM JERSEYS AND FLEECES, PRODUCED BY FAMILY-OWNED FACTORIES WITHIN TEN MILES FROM OUR DESIGN HEADQUARTERS IN LOS ANGELES. INFLUENCED BY OUR INSULAR VIEW OF AMERICAN AESTHETICS, LADY WHITE CO. IS AN UNCOMMON APPROACH TO FAMILIAR CLASSICS.
Tie-Dye - Topic of the day 8/26/24
A staple in certain circles. How do you wear tie-dye? Does it have a place in your closet? What do you look for in a piece? Do you have a favorite brand?
Fashion NPCs - Topic of the day 8/25/24
How do you feel about Fashion NPCs (positive, negative, neutral)? What exactly is a fashion NPC and why does it tend to involve the use of Comic Sans? Are there any specific clothes or visual indicators that make up "NPC style" or is this just a new way to criticize someone's clothes? If the latter, how do you respond to that sort of criticism?
Code-Switching - Topic of the day 8/24/24
While code switching - the act of changing one's code or method of interaction with others - is primarily discussed about language, it can manifest through fashion as well. In what ways do you switch "codes" when dressing? For what reasons would someone want to make this switch? How can one balance a need to wear different clothes and one's own personal expression?
Cutting your losses - Topic of the day 8/23/24
Nothing lasts forever, including your clothes (sorry r/buyitforlife) When is it time to cut bait and get rid of clothing you own? How exactly do you get rid of things? If getting a replacement, do you wait for the replacement first or live without? What difficulties exist in getting rid of your stuff (physical, emotional, social, environmental) and how have you dealt with those?
Favorites Series: Sweatshirts - Topic of the day 8/22/24
It's the middle of August which makes it the perfect time to talk about sweatshirts. :xd: What are your favorite sweatershirts of all price points? What brands have been less than stellar? How do you feel about short sleeved or sleeveless variations? What in general are you looking for in a good sweatshirt?
*The Favorites Series is part...
