Fast Fashion - Topic of the day 7/23/24
Let’s talk about fast fashion. What technically counts as fast fashion? What are the benefits of fast fashion? When is it okay to consume fast fashion? Do individual consumer decisions matter in a world governed by corporations?
Beginner's Resources - Topic of the day 7/22/24
At this point #fashion-guides is wildly outdated. What are some good, current guides for people just who are just starting their fashion journeys?
Unsolicited Advice - Topic of the day 7/21/24
How do you decide when and when not to offer advice/criticism when it is not asked for? If someone is actively bricking is it best to chime in, or say nothing at all? Discuss. I am soliciting discussion rn.
The Return on Investment (ROI) of Clothing - Topic of the day 7/20/24
The return of investment (ROI) can be a measure to determine how valuable an investment is. How important is ROI to you in deciding what to buy, keep or wear (or sell if inclined)? How do you personally measure this? Are there any items that you use or own despite having a low ROI? To what extent is this useful? (note that this is a fashion discord and you're assuming the risks of taking any posts as personal financial advice
Advice, Revisited - Topic of the day 7/19/24
This is different than the last advice totd we did because it's about receiving advice. When you post in q&a quite often a lot of people will want to help you out. Unfortunately, not everyone is equipped to do so. How do you evaluate what is and is not good advice? How do you write your questions to ensure that they're actually able to be answered?
Overdressing - Topic of the day 7/18/24
They say if you're the smartest person in the room you should find a different room. But what if you're the most fitted person in the room? How do you find balance between looking cool and not looking out of place? If you're okay with looking out of place, how did you arrive at this point? I will kill you if you just link the Ethan Wong 'What is an Occasion?' article.
Male Fashion and Sexyness - Topic of the day 7/17/24
What do you wear when you want to feel sexy? And to expand on this,why do you want to feel sexy? We quite often advise against dressing for the purpose of attracting the desired sex, but isn't that what dressing sexy is all about? Consider the fact that the person writing this is a devil's advocate before you lambast him for posing this question.
Sportswear in Fashion - Topic of the day 7/16/24
How do you feel about the resurgence of sports jerseys appearing in fashion? How do you find balance between wearing sportswear and not looking like you think you're on the team? Are there certain types of jerseys that work better than others?
Favorites Series: Tank Tops/Sleeveless Shirts - Topic of the day 7/15/24
What are your favorite tank tops/sleeveless t-shirts/vests (UK)? Favorite brands at low medium and high price points? What do you look for in a tank top? Do you use separate tank tops as undershirts vs outer layers What brands have been great for them and what brands have really let you down? Do you prefer ribbed or plain textures? Lightweight or heavier? Thin or thick strap? Plain or designs? Feel free to share a few of your favorite fits or inspo that feature tank tops, too. *(Note: the Favori...
Navigating Dress Codes - Topic of the day 7/14/24
How do you feel about dress codes (at work, at events, etc.)? Is there even a point to them in a post-pandemic world? How strictly or loosely do you follow a stated dress code? How do you balance dress codes with your own personal style?
Graphic Tees - Topic of the day 7/13/24
What do you think of graphic tees? Where do you get yours? How do you style them? What makes a good or bad graphic? What are your personal favorites?
A Cowboy Without a Cowboy Hat? - Topic of the day 7/12/24
Can you be a cowboy without wearing a cowboy hat? Or dress in ivy without a navy blazer? Or dress in streetwear without sneakers? How can you convey a particular aesthetic without the "traditional" items associated with it?
MFAD Universe - Topic of the day 7/11/24
What kind of shared brands, media, memes and niche references does this community have?
Anti Inspo - Topic of the day 7/10/24
Let's take a break from posting great inspo for a sec. What is the worst fit you've ever seen? What makes it so bad? Is there a way to improve it? If you post anyone here I will ban you.
The Capsule Wardrobe - Topic of the day 7/9/24
It seems lately everyone has a capsule wardrobe how-to but: what even is a capsule wardrobe? What benefits or drawbacks exist with organizing your clothes in this way? Is there an "ideal" capsule wardrobe to you, and if so, what specific number of items or types of items are part of it? Or is this mostly hype?
The Art of the Deal - Topic of the day 7/8/24
How do you approach negotiations on ebay/grailed/depop? Are you a 'buy it now' guy or will you bully a seller into accepting your lowball. What negotiation tips and tricks do you have for those of us who have never done this before?
Versatility - Topic of the day 7/7/24
How do you evaluate whether or not a garment will be versatile? How much value do you place on versatility? What is the least versatile piece you own?
Brand Spotlight: Lemaire - Topic of the day 7/6/24
Helmed by Christophe Lemaire and Sarah-Linh Tran, the LEMAIRE brand offers a timeless Parisian style that is cosmopolitan, sophisticated and rich in influences.
Highlighting Highlights (June 2024) - Topic of the day 7/5/24
We've highlighted https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1258452265535017035 but how do you feel about #waywt-highlights - positive, negative, it's complicated? Is it worth keeping around? Is there anything that can be improved about it?
Top of WAYWT: June 2024 - Topic of the day 7/4/24
Here it is wow the best fits of June. Let's talk about them. Let's talk about who was slept on. Let's talk about what the meta is for Summer 24.
