Brand Spotlight: mfpen - Topic of the day 8/12/24
"mfpen is a contemporary clothing brand from Copenhagen recontextualising classic design with relaxed silhouettes and responsible production. mfpen strives to design a relevant wardrobe whilst making minimal impact."
Kerchiefs (incl. Bandanas) - Topic of the day 8/11/24
More than just a way to deal with sweat, kerchiefs (which include bandanas but also other things) have a place in a wide number of cultures, sub-cultures and aesthetics. How do you wear yours - around the neck, around your head, somewhere else? Are there different connotations based on how they're worn? What are your favorite colors/patterns/materials/brands?
Etsy - Topic of the day 8/10/24
Amongst the sea of online marketplaces, Etsy bills itself as a place to find "unique" items. What have been your experiences on Etsy? Are there any particular items worth buying or sellers worth following on Etsy? How does it compare to other sites (ebay, poshmark, etc.)?
Brand Spotlight: Levi's - Topic of the day 8/9/24
"In 1853, Levi Strauss, an immigrant from Bavaria, opened a dry goods company in San Francisco at the height of the California Gold Rush. He and tailor Jacob Davis combined copper rivet reinforcements with tough denim, leading to the first manufactured waist overalls in 1873, now known as blue jeans."
Jeans vs Chinos? - Topic of the day 8/8/24
Two of the most common articles of clothing - what's your pick and why? If it's "oh well it depends", then what factors are worth considering? How much overlap exists between the two garments?
Dynamic Duos - Topic of the day 8/7/24
There are some pairings that just work - peanut butter and jelly, Batman & Robin, etc. What particular items (or brands) just go well together? What about them makes them work so well together in your eyes? Is this a pairing that works for you or is there a more universal appeal?
Monochrome Fits - Topic of the day 8/6/24
Ignore the color guide for this one, let's talk about monochrome/tonal/single color fits. How do you feel about monochrome fits? Are there certain styles or colors that lend themselves to great monochrome fits? What are some monochrome fits that you enjoy?
Loungewear - Topic of the day 8/5/24
In those moments when you don't intend to pull off a fit, what clothes/shoes/accessories are you wearing? Does your loungewear reflect your personal style in some way? Have you incorporated loungewear in your fits?
Turning Points - Topic of the day 8/4/24
What was your biggest turning point? Be it a bricked fit, a piece of advice, or something you saw on instagram, what was year zero to the BCE and CE of your fashion journey?
Top of WAYWT: July 2024 - Topic of the day 8/2/24
Top fits of the month are here. Haters spent the whole month trying to cancel me but they failed. Crows really just showed up to nuke the whole server again. Talk about your favorite outfits of the month. https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1268678907683536897
Timelessness - Topic of the day 8/1/24
We all know that the word 'timeless' carries a lot of baggage. But setting aside our slim fit jeans and minimalistic white sneakers for a second, what's something in your wardrobe that you think actually has no expiration date?
Validation - Topic of the day 7/31/24
Obviously we all tell people they should dress for themselves but not for others. But we also upload pictures of our outfits here to get 🔥 reacts, and we have a semiannual fit battle, so. Is it healthy to seek a lil validation through how you dress? How do you obtain validation through your outfits?
Stereotypes - Topic of the day 7/30/24
They say you can't judge a book by it's cover. But they also say there's exceptions to every rule, or some shit like that. Do you think someone can look at how you (specifically you) dress and pinpoint some of your traits/interests/etcetera? Or is how you dress completely removed from the rest of you? Idk this is a tough one to put into words but I think you get what I'm tryin to say.
Breaking Through Ruts - Topic of the day 7/29/24
Try as we might, sometimes we encounter stagnation with clothes. Have you fallen into a style rut, and if so, how did you manage to move past it?
"Fun" Clothes - Topic of the day 7/28/24
How does fun factor into how you buy and wear clothes? What clothes or brands would you consider to be fun, and when and how do you wear them? Feel free to share pictures of your (or others') fun fits 🎉
Colors Series: Pink - Topic of the day 7/27/24
Pink is the color of a namesake flower that is a pale tint of red. It was first used as a color name in the late 17th century. It's symbolism can differ by location; in Western cultures pink is the color most often associated with charm, politeness, sensitivity, tenderness, sweetness, childhood and romance, whereas in other cultures pink can represent trust, stimulation, excitement, and the start of spring. Despite its present associations with femininity in modern Western cultures, it has histo...
Favorites Series: Sweaters - Topic of the day 7/26/24
It's the middle of July which makes it the perfect time to talk about sweaters. :xd: What are your favorite sweaters of all price points? What brands have been less than stellar? What neckline do you prefer (crew, v-neck, cowl, something else)? What do you look for in a sweater (fabric, thickness, any additional functions)?
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.
(See additional TOTD discussions on fair isle sweaters https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1233447501135216731 and cardigans https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1230910786231210026)...
Where Have You Been, Where Are You Going? - Topic of the day 7/25/24
Much like this discord, your personal style may have also changed since 2023. What items, brands, or aesthetics have you've started or stopped wearing, and why? Who/what specifically inspired this change in you? Where do you see your style going in the next year, and how?
How does footwear impact an outfit? - Topic of the day 7/24/24
One could argue the most pivotal point of any outfit is what's on foot. Can your footwear change the tone and vibe of your entire outfit? How so? Do you have any examples of one outfit worn with two different pairs of footwear, and how did that change the fit? What are some previous fits you wore that you feel could be improved simply by changing the shoes?
