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02-19-2015, 02:57 PM
I say less dress your age and more dress your personality (unless your personality is in dire need of an overhaul).
Walking around in a suit on an everyday basis - to take the extreme of dressing sharply and maturely - would for instance feel completely incongruent with my laid back personality, lifestyle, job and even my means of transportation.
I've looked through fashion threads on this forum and checked out some fashion blogs - and tested some combinations in clothing stores over the years - and even some of the less formal mature clothing like chinos, blazers, boat shoes etc. just feel a bit too dressy and "nice guy" for my taste.
At 38 - fit, athletic build and shaved or very shortly trimmed head (balding slowly since my mid 20s) - I'm essentially still wearing clothing similar to, though better fitted than what I wore in my teens, with the basics being straight cut jeans (usually dark or light blue, with a light wash, otherwise I tend to find them too bland), dark or white one color v-neck t-shirts and, here in the winter, brown leather boots. I'm working on finding appropriate spring and summer shoes, because in that area I have indeed pushed the sneakers - neutral colors and patterns - a few too many years.
Jackets vary, but usually something leaning towards the rugged look, black or brown.
As far as accessories go, occasionally a Fossil watch with a wide, brown leather strap, over an old forearm tattoo. Haven't worn a necklace for years, but have considered trying again.
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05-23-2015, 12:03 PM
Don't overlook how important it is to be in good shape to make your fashion look good.
If you are reasonably fit, without a huge gut and with a good posture, and some muscle on your chest, shoulders, guns, etc, anything you wear is going to look so much better.
Take care of those titties for me.
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05-23-2015, 02:03 PM
Quote: (05-23-2015 03:46 AM)Carlos100 Wrote:
If you want to dress up a little more, try a really casual sport jacket over a t-shirt, polo, or OCBD. A thin cotton, unstructured, unlined jacket with patch pockets and no vents will look really casual yet classy, so it won't look like you're trying too hard to outdress everyone.
I rock this look frequently in warm weather and it's a great look. As you say , it's "casual yet classy". Looks like you just threw something on, but naturally your something is a level above other guys.
I have several cotton or linen sportcoats which are light and unstructured and super comfortable.
It's a great way to more subtly peacock for an older guy and trust me you will get lots of female attention dressing like this.
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05-23-2015, 03:32 PM
I'll add that once you have a better idea of your fit, going to second hand stores for high end dress clothes is well worth your money.
I'll spend 20 dollars on a 200 dollar jacket that's barely been worn, and then spend maybe 25 dollars at a tailor making it fit perfect. Throw in a dry clean and that's 50 dollars for something worth hundreds
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01-29-2016, 12:22 PM
Gents, I recently started a new contract at a startup full of 20 something hipsters in skinny jeans and t-shirts. It's downtown and requires much walking to get around. I'm one of the few over 40 and am looking for some fashion suggestions for when I go into the office. The first day, I wore my #1 fitted business causal clothes and got a couple double takes from the (ugly) 20-somethings. I'm looking for some fashion suggestions to 1) fit in 2) look better than everyone else and 3) (most important) great shoes that look good and are comfortable.
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01-29-2016, 12:36 PM
Silver Fox,I think it would be a mistake to try and emulate the hipsters. Stick to something smart, professional looking,less formal than you currently wear yet classic. What immediately comes to mind is stone/ beige Cotton chinos, short sleeved shirts (no tie) and brown loafers. Comfortable yet classic and casual businesslike. That was what was popular at my last place of employment. Maybe add a casual jacket if you like.
I think for most of us, the term "40+ Fashion" is something of an oxymoron.
I've always tended to prefer classic practical clothes rather than worrying about "fashion".
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01-29-2016, 12:45 PM
As a 40 year old,
Your style guides are
David Beckham - 40
Clooney - 53
Pitt - 52
Cruise - 53
Drop - 52
There are plenty of 40+ guys that look like Rubio and Cruz (and worse or more boring). Avoid that stodginess.
If you have access to some funds read LEON, a Japanese style magazine for the mid career set.
WIA
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01-29-2016, 12:59 PM
I go out in bespoke suits, tie and all. Tailored shirts , pocket squares, the whole nine. My trousers have no belt loops so I tend to rock braces (suspenders)
Is this overkill?
I find it hard to change but I love my suits. Compliments everywhere I go
39 y/o