BGOL SARTORIALISTS: A thread

[sharkbait28]

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go here brothers, for some serious and affordable sh8 and tips...
good luck..
http://www.ashleeandseonclothiers.com/main.html

Props for this link cuz!!

Some ideas for the fashion heads.....

Not thrilled with the tie choices but use your imagination....alternatively skip the tie entirely if you can get away with it at your workplace.

On a more relaxed tip

you can probably mix and match muted colors more effectively than this

An accessory the urban commuter can't do without

 

[greygoose]

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Props for this link cuz!!

Some ideas for the fashion heads.....

Not thrilled with the tie choices but use your imagination....alternatively skip the tie entirely if you can get away with it at your workplace.

yes sir. mixing it up with stripes aint easy. but im diggin it

 

[sharkbait28]

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yes sir. mixing it up with stripes aint easy. but im diggin it

Yup.....mixing stripes is definately for the advanced.

Here's a couple of other looks I'm feelin.....be warned folk, this shit requires extreme self confidence to pull off. Pink shirts look great in the summer....but don't do it if you're gonna be self conscious about it.

maybe at a wedding

ditch the fedora, the wack shoes, and switch the black slacks to dark grey and you're good to go


Let's get some more ideas in here ppl!! My casual summer gear is taken care of but I'm def behind on my gq shit.

 

[DickDastardly]

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Interesting post... bump.

 

[85southryda]

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Props for this link cuz!!

Some ideas for the fashion heads.....

Not thrilled with the tie choices but use your imagination....alternatively skip the tie entirely if you can get away with it at your workplace.

 

[34real]

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P-coats? anyone know where to buy one at,particially in your non standard colors?

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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[HarlemPerv]

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I have similar thoughts on the Euro-centric theme, but the basic elements of style in here are pervasive and undeniable. This is a great thread!

Contrary to the undeniably expensive styles displayed in this thread, you can do wonders if you know what you're doing by shopping at a place like Burlington Coat Factory, Marshall's, or K&G and enlisting the assistance of a good tailor.

I'm starting to piece my wardrobe together from these 3 exact places. You can get all spiffed up nice.

 

[miamihustle]

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maybe this will be some use to the fam

Divided into 11 rules, The Style Bible is the only fashion guide you’ll ever need. It helps you build a versatile wardrobe; coordinate colors, patterns, and accessories; determine which clothes best flatter your body type; and navigate the worlds of casual wear, watches, and grooming. With The Style Bible as your guide, never again will you show up dressed inappropriately, whether it’s for a job interview, a first date, or a formal event. Farewell to aimless shopping trips; you’ll learn exactly what to look for and make better purchases—saving money in the long run. With instructive illustrations and loads of tips, The Style Bible is essential reading for any man who wants to dress to impress.

http://rapidshare.com/files/108146478/Askmen.com_-_The_Style_Bible.pdf.html

 

[KCDevil]

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maybe this will be some use to the fam

Divided into 11 rules, The Style Bible is the only fashion guide you’ll ever need. It helps you build a versatile wardrobe; coordinate colors, patterns, and accessories; determine which clothes best flatter your body type; and navigate the worlds of casual wear, watches, and grooming. With The Style Bible as your guide, never again will you show up dressed inappropriately, whether it’s for a job interview, a first date, or a formal event. Farewell to aimless shopping trips; you’ll learn exactly what to look for and make better purchases—saving money in the long run. With instructive illustrations and loads of tips, The Style Bible is essential reading for any man who wants to dress to impress.

http://rapidshare.com/files/108146478/Askmen.com_-_The_Style_Bible.pdf.html

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[AristotlesOwn]

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This is something I would rock in the fall, but it's too hot for that right now.

 

[AristotlesOwn]

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Diagram on how to tie a tie AND a bowtie, cause I know some of you still get your mamas to do it.

http://people.csail.mit.edu/maddog/Ties/ties-gray-2bpp.gif

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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This is something I would rock in the fall, but it's too hot for that right now.

this is the best time to buy winter clothes as they are cheap
..well considering that its always cold 8 months straight in London prices here might not drop as much as one would expect

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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Diagram on how to tie a tie AND a bowtie, cause I know some of you still get your mamas to do it.

http://people.csail.mit.edu/maddog/Ties/ties-gray-2bpp.gif

this is good. I know many brothers dont know how to tie a tie

 

[nujerzmax]

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Props

Good look
This post is hot.

 

[Finito]

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good thread. Much properlys.

 

[dante313]

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good post im feeling this...

 

[greygoose]

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yo where can i get one of those? that jacket is fire

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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yo where can i get one of those? that jacket is fire

If you are in UK then HACKETT is the place for you

 

[icebergfella]

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yeah im feelin that jacket to..i need to find a place in US that got em

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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Bought these today from CLARKS

 

[Mr.Still Fly]

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digging and co-signing this thread...

I always come up and buy pants from Banana Republic, Club Monaco, Bloomdales, JCrew....

Here is a secert... buy things out of season... becuase most of these stores will put out the same shit every year.... Also for the Atlanta folks... Bloomdales offer 30-40% off men clothing certain days of the week... there is a catch... you have to buy the item one day and come back and pick it up another day.

 

[devgrp]

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I dont know who came up with this no belt deal, but the only time you dont need a belt is if you wear suspenders. Wearing slacks with a buttom down tucked in with no belt just looks gay to me. Theres a reason why the pants has loops lol. You can get nice flat front pants at Macys or Banana Republic

 

[greygoose]

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I dont know who came up with this no belt deal, but the only time you dont need a belt is if you wear suspenders. Wearing slacks with a buttom down tucked in with no belt just looks gay to me. Theres a reason why the pants has loops lol. You can get nice flat front pants at Macys or Banana Republic

nah you on your own there pad'na.
i gave up the belt especially with the flat fronts.
with a suit ill break out the power belt though until i figure something out

 

[jcthesmooth]

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[dull]

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I just got back from New York City. If you live in Gotham check out Century 21.

They have some nice suits, ties, and shirts at discounted prices. Most of the stuff that I picked up was at least 50-60% off.

 

[Smakk]

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That's GQ? that's what's hot in the streets now?

this nigga look like a superfly reject with them bright ass shoes on.
Why pay more when you can Payless

My man got on some fake Stacey Adams.Get you some Payless shoes and put some white shoe polish on them bitches & you good.That's crazy.

 

[GAMETHEORY]

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Its still good though...the guy with the gree coat is Ozwald Boatengs brother..he is also a fashion designer

just google Ozwald Boateng

 

[keysersoze]

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good thread.

 

[Bravo]

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Great Thread.

Any recommendations for us brothers in tropical/hot weather.

Suits and coats don't really cut it in humid temperatures other than an occasional formal/dress up event.

 

[bigblackafrica]

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best post by far!!! op said you were in london? man, i'm in london and i disagree about the cost thing, i've found the most inexpensive high end gear in london. you can't go to shops. hit up brick lane market, camden market, portebello market, etc (do'nt konw where you are). the best 'shops' are the 'retro' shops in notting hill gate. i've copped ysl, prada, boeteng suits for under £100. and you get get the latest shoes. gucci, prada, tod's for like £60. they get a lots of remnants from fashion shoots. if you want more advice on the london front, pm me.

also, i think style has less to do with the items and the way you carry yourself. a lot of ya'll cats need to give up on this idea that if it matches it's hot. not true. bespoke ensembles is the key. a nice site i keep up on is the sartorialist:

http://thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

some interesting ideas in there.

looking forward to seeing this post go further.