(Buy) Less But Better - Topic of the day 9/20/24
A thread title inspired by Dieter Rams and popularized by r/buyitforlife (amongst others), to what extent do you believe in 'buy less, buy better'? What are some of the benefits and drawbacks to following this ethos when buying clothes? How do you balance this with following trends or surprise needs?
Brand Spotlight: Issey Miyake (Homme Plissé, IM MEN, etc.) - Topic of the day 9/19/24
"Issey Miyake’s approach to manufacturing was always rooted in research and experimentation: to 'think outside the box' and not be bound by conventional frameworks. Miyake has fostered new ideas by challenging his staff to think beyond trends; and to look at the needs of society at that moment. Miyake created designs and techniques that will endure to future generations." -from isseymiyake.com; What are your thoughts on Issey Miyake and his eponymous brands? What are some of your favorite pieces...
Summer Retrospect - Topic of the day 9/18/24
What kind of expectations did you have for your 2024 summer? How did it turn out? Any interesting insights, cops or regrets?
How do you build an outfit? - Topic of the day 9/17/24
How do you approach building an outfit? Do you start with one item you want to wear that day (for example footwear) and build from that? Start with a style or colour theme?
Recent Red Carpet Highlights (Venice Film Festival, VMAs, Emmys, etc) - Topic of the day 9/16/24
Forget trophies, the highest achievement is being recognized by an online fashion community. What are some fits you particularly enjoyed on red carpets and why? Are there certain individuals or brands who consistently bring heat?
Plaid - Topic of the day 9/15/24
From shirts to suits to kilts and more, you're likely to cross paths with plaid. What types of plaid do you like? How do you typically wear plaid fabrics? What are some of your favorite items/brands featuring plaid? (insert pun about tartan here)
Essentials (of your wardrobe) - Topic of the day 9/14/24
Ignoring Jerry Lorenzo, what are your essentials to your wardrobe? What factors - physical, environmental, job-specific, personal expression, etc. - do you consider in determining these? How (if at all) have these changed over time or through experience?
Brand Spotlight: ESSENTIALS - Topic of the day 9/13/24
"Jerry Lorenzo launched Fear of God in 2013. Standing alongside the mainline is ESSENTIALS - a core collection of neutral basics with the signature FOG ESSENTIALS logo. Its line of hoodies, sweats and tracksuits have become status symbols in their own right." (copied from FOG ESSENTIALS press) How do you feel about ESSENTIALS? Are they worth the branding? The price? The supporting Jerry Lorenzo? I'm sure y'all have plenty of thoughts, have at it.
Surprises in Your Wardrobe - Topic of the day 9/12/24
What's an item you've been surprised to get more usage out of in your wardrobe? How has it slotted into your existing wardrobe and how has it affected your personal style?
When Do You Buy Clothes for the Season? - Topic of the day 9/11/24
Exactly what it says on the tin - do you plan and buy things in advance or wait until there's a want or need to buy something? What factors lead you to choose one or the other? What potential downsides are there for buying early or buying in the moment?
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.
