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•Created by Gatan do rock on 2/22/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Cleaning boots
Ditto, doesn't really look dirty. For general upkeep outside of leather conditioning, brushing with a soft bristle brush and if needed a wipe with a lightly damp rag should be all you need.
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•Created by warpweftwatergate on 2/1/2025 in #questions-and-advice
wallet recs
I've had a Wooly wallet for over 10 years. Bought it on a whim but it's been great and held up really well. https://woollymade.com/collections/wallets?srsltid=AfmBOoqnZaptfnB66IPZKkWdVF9E--CFNDgKEjzN5NiHnnEA6eacjBdG
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•Created by za warudo on 2/2/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Denim blazer fit check
Seconding what corn said above ⬆️
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•Created by Elezen on 1/25/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Anybody have good suggestion for a wallet that can fit 6-7 cards + somes cash (like 5-7 bills?)
I've had the leather landscape wallet from Wooly for going on 10 years now. Bought it on a whim at a random store and it's held up great, the bottom of the fold is cracking a little, but I expect it to last at least another 5. They've got multiple options in your price range: https://woollymade.com/collections/wallets?srsltid=AfmBOoqlO5GoLmuTg9fr9rlfWXZ2ooxe3vafnMLdZBGhtAD-oqGbt-SB
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•Created by waffles on 1/24/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Jeans by fabric type
Agree with raisin, 98% cotton with some stretch has become pretty standard. Other than just searching for "98% cotton" jeans, there's not really a name to classify denim with that exact cotton/spandex composition.
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•Created by Ariel on 1/23/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Recommendations for everyday jacket?
Definitely need to know temp range. And when you say "be outside in light rain", do you need something with a hood, or are you open to hoodless jackets?
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•Created by IgnyxVortex on 1/12/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Need Help Understanding Color Theory for Better Outfit Coordination!
To build off of the "wear what you like" advice, I would say that you should try to think of color theory as a place for inspiration rather than prescriptive rules that have to be followed. Color and color theory is one aspect you can consider when putting an outfit together.
One potential way to approach it could be finding/buying a set of color palette swatches, picking a palette or two that you like then trying to build an outfit with that as inspiration. The palette resource you find may have descriptions of the palettes and their inspiration that would help you hone in on your individual taste. Whatever approach you take, just make sure that applying color theory feels additive to the process of finding your fashion rather than restrictive.
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•Created by joeyeatsfridays on 12/30/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Boot-Like Shoe Recommendations
Could maybe look at the Jim Green Shoellie range. Not sure what the water resistance is like on the stock leathers, but you could probably reach out and ask about custom options and still click in under $200.
https://jimgreenfootwear.com/product-category/all/velliesnshoes/
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•Created by rezablade on 12/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Vietnam clothing store recommendations?
All great suggestions! We will be in Hoi An for a few days and I had my eye on the tailor shops there. Cafe Slow sounds great too!
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•Created by rezablade on 12/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Vietnam clothing store recommendations?
Color me intrigued, and my shoe shelf worried
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•Created by Maniac on 12/15/2024 in #questions-and-advice
How much do decent jeans cost? Best brands to look for?
Depends what exactly you mean by decent, but I'm interpreting this as some kind of selvedge. I'd look at Brave Star; good price, lots of fits, and very detailed measurements.
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•Created by za warudo on 12/10/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Boot size 2nd opinion
Can't speak for the Brass Boot, but when I got my pair of diesels from GS, I went with my usual half size down from Bannock (9) to 8.5 and was swimming in them, sized down to 8 and was pleased. But the last and fit are obviously different between the two, so YMMV.
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•Created by Ryan on 11/28/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Natural Indigo Smell
Had the same thing happen with a Rogue Territory jacket. Yes, it will dissipate over time with more wears and washes.
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•Created by Necrotos on 11/18/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Good brands for boots for winter in Europe
I'll defer to any Europeans on further boot company recs since I'm US based. But I would say if you're not trudging through big puddles or ankle height snow all day, most decently well made Goodyear welt or stitchdown boots will do you just fine in the weather, depending on the leather that's used. And I think you should be able to find something at the higher end of your budget for that.
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•Created by Necrotos on 11/18/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Good brands for boots for winter in Europe
Blundstones is a great rec above. It also just depends on what you need out of the boots. Style, do they need to handle weather well, craftsmanship, or is it mainly price.
Beckett Simonon and Taft are both good brands that do MTO, so they're usually a bit cheaper overall for their quality.
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•Created by The Ghost on 11/17/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Which sunglasses good better on me?
I agree with Dicedd on all of them seeming a little big, kind of giving off security/Secret Service vibes to me.
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•Created by discodisco on 11/14/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Belt or no belt with high waisted pants?
Impossible to say without knowing the pants/fit/style of belt
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•Created by Mahadi on 11/12/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Help for finding a good-fit jacket
Echoing what @ler said, not sure a Harrington jacket will be warm enough for -10C. I'm not as familiar with the full range of Harrington jackets, so there may be some good lined/insulated ones, but I know part of the appeal of Harrington jackets is usually their slimmer cut...
But based on your comment about Filson's prices, finding a Harrington from a reputable brand, let alone a suede one, for <$250 will be tough. If you're fine going with a random Amazon brand, then go for it.
My rec would be to look at sherpa lined trucker jackets. You can usually find them in shorter cuts, they'll definitely keep you warm, and you'll have some decent options in a lower price range. They're definitely less sleek, more heritage-y than Harrington's, but it keeps you out of puffy jacket territory.
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•Created by cable on 11/3/2024 in #questions-and-advice
help me decide on a pair of boots
If you can't go second hand, I think you have two options:
- look for a deal on Eddie Bauer boots around $200 that match the Danner style. I think Allen Edmonds also has a factory seconds page where they might have a hiking style boots
- just get timbs. They're a classic at this point and it wouldn't be hard to add pieces to your wardrobe that go with them if you need to (but the pics of the clothes you posted seem like they would work well enough)
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•Created by Ben on 11/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
What should I do different?
Many of us started out at the same point as you, man. It's a solid fit, just keep branching out as you see stuff that inspires you.
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