Should I or shouldn't I buy... (clothing item)?

[Parker]

Good if you are a mustachio'd photographer from LA who hangs out at Joshua Tree New Age parties.

 

[Chaconne]

All you need is love...

 

[Quesjac]

I'm in the typical conundrum coming from tailoring to more casual stuff and trying to diversify my outerwear (without totally diverging from a wardrobe that's mostly chinos, linen, and flannel trousers, and fairly soft Italian jackets).

I think a chocolate suede Valstarino might be an option in the long run but also wondering about this Suit Supply overshirt, 100% wool:

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But happy to be persuaded elsewhere. I like the look of the Drake's linen overshirts for the summer too.

 

[bry2000]

Pass. Also, pass on the Drake’s overshirts.

 

[dieworkwear]

I'm in the typical conundrum coming from tailoring to more casual stuff and trying to diversify my outerwear (without totally diverging from a wardrobe that's mostly chinos, linen, and flannel trousers, and fairly soft Italian jackets).

I think a chocolate suede Valstarino might be an option in the long run but also wondering about this Suit Supply overshirt, 100% wool:

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But happy to be persuaded elsewhere. I like the look of the Drake's linen overshirts for the summer too.

I think shirt jackets can be ok, but I don't particularly care for them in that CM-y, tailored menswear way. It just ends up looking like a guy who's mostly in suits and sport coats is trying to dress down, but in this kinda stiff, not totally convincing way.

A CPO shirt is basically like a shirt jacket and can be worn with jeans. Same with a chamois shirt layered over a t-shirt, I think. Or a really wide, camp collar shirt with looser trousers. They just feel like they make more of an aesthetic statement (and actually look relaxed).

For trousers, I think Barbour and Valstarino are good options. Looser safari jackets can also work (nothing too tailored).

Personally, I think casualwear is better on the SWD side of the board than CM, but realize this doesn't fit everyone's personality or lifestyle.

 

[Quesjac]

Personally, I think casualwear is better on the SWD side of the board than CM, but realize this doesn't fit everyone's personality or lifestyle.

This seems right to me --- I guess I'm asking for ideas of casual pieces which can play on both sides of the line. Thanks for the suggestions.

 

[Seoul Soul]

Moncler down jacket
https://www.farfetch.com/de/shoppin...e-daunenjacke-item-13661113.aspx?storeid=9529

 

[JSAN]

 

[Slin]

Look good !

 

[ghdvfddzgzdzg]

look cool but weird

i love this jacket but i haven't bought one b/c i have enough jackets

 

[Callusing]

Needles x Doc Martens

Update (since these are on sale right now at both End and Needsupply): I ordered these and I'm sending em back. They'll look great if you're all about that semi-dorky Engineered Garments vibe, but that ain't for me...they've got the tough docs DNA but they're decidedly more kitschy on foot.

And the suede was a little disappointing. Floppy, didn't feel very tough. I'm sure it would be fine in the long run, but they weren't satisfying to hold or wear. I've found a lot of Doc MIE leathers have been not the greatest.

FYI on sizing, I'm an 8.5D, got these in a 7UK, and I could make em work. I'd say TTS or half size down will do.

 

[Parker]

Moncler down jacket
https://www.farfetch.com/de/shoppin...e-daunenjacke-item-13661113.aspx?storeid=9529

I say no. I'm not into hybrids. I tried to like them and they're kinda interesting when Junya or Daiki does a mash up, but I've come to prefer and appreciate original versions of things. i.e if you want a parka, just get the standard issue Moncler. If you want a baseball jacket, get a baseball jacket, Golden Bear or whatever maker does those the best.

 

[Alexidb]

This trouser fabric with these colour Trickers? I already own the boots btw.

 

[phivoj]

Vans

 

[ShoutOutsFoMyBo]

yes and can you link me to those?