[HungWeiLo]

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The key thing to keep in mind about your style is that the way you dress in of itself is not what gets it wet, but rather what it communicates to girls about what kind of man you are.

What exactly is communicated depends on what your style is and who the target audience is, but one thing all successful styles have in common is that they tell girls that you "know what's up". I've never met a well-dressed man who was socially unaware, same goes for women.

^This. I agree completely. It's the purposefulness behind selecting what you wear, how that works with your style, and how that communicates to your target audience what you value, and that you know how the game is played.

[LemonDrink]

(09-12-2014 09:14 AM)Deluge Wrote:  

....but one thing all successful styles have in common is that they tell girls that you "know what's up". I've never met a well-dressed man who was socially unaware, same goes for women.

You mean she knows, you can pickup women?

[LemonDrink]

So what does this style communicate?


http://designspiration.net/image/462998049442/

To me it says some guy decided to wear a few layers because its cold rounded by the first hat that he found in his wardrobe.

[HungWeiLo]

I think what Deluge was going for with his comment was that having a style that works for you and highlights your best features, conveys your best qualities, and signifies what you value tells women you have your shit together. Conveying that concept alone can set you apart in their mind as someone who knows what you want and does it/goes for it, which is a very tingling sensation apparently (I get the tingles based on a banging body and good ass personally so I wouldn't know).

[HungWeiLo]

As for that picture, the bottom half conveys selection and thoughtfulness. The top half says I'm cold but I don't want to wear similar color a the more grounded base. The beanie says my ears are freezing and we don't have this snow shit in SEA.

[MrXY]

You know you have style when women repeatedly approach you and compliment you on your look

Last week I was in a bar and a girl walked up to me and said "Hey, me and my friends are looking at you and saying "That guy's got it going on!"

For the record, I wasn't wearing anything fancy at all-just white jeans, a vintage navy blue polo shirt and white/blue Steve Madden driving moccasins.

I've had many similar compliments. Learn, experiment, and create a look that goes with your vibe and you will easily outclass 95% of guys

[Tengen]

In terms of "communicating" what kind of man you are, Tanner separates men's style into three archetypes: Rugged, Refined and Rakish.

These are not mutually exclusive, you can combine elements from all three to create something that suits you.

http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refined-and-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rugged/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...h-refined/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...onclusion/

[LemonDrink]

(09-12-2014 02:44 PM)Tengen Wrote:  

In terms of "communicating" what kind of man you are, Tanner separates men's style into three archetypes: Rugged, Refined and Rakish.

These are not mutually exclusive, you can combine elements from all three to create something that suits you.

http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refined-and-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rugged/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...h-refined/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...onclusion/

Based on this pretty much everything you see in GQ magazine is that of the rake.

[HungWeiLo]

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Based on this pretty much everything you see in GQ magazine is that of the rake.

Can you really blame them? They're following the major trend setters which are celebrities, celebrity designers designing for celebrities that want to stand out, athletes. All people who are leaning rakish anyway. A refined or rugged style doesn't fit with the decline we're experiencing that gives rise to the ability of the rake to prosper. For myself, I think it's important to be at home in all three realms. Rugged when physical shit needs to get done, refined when business and social functions are demanded, and rakish when out on the town.

[Carlos100]

I have a real world example of how important style can be. I have a waistcoat with slim shoulders and low drop, so it really makes me look thinner in the middle (I'm about 21% body fat so I have some paunch) and exaggerates the size of my shoulders. So, it helps give me more of that "V" look that conveys masculinity. I was out going to a couple of different bars here in Japan last night, including one I hadn't been to before. The way people were acting around me was noticeably different. They were much more deferential from the get-go. In the new bar, the bartender actually told his regulars after I walked in (in Japanese), "Wow, this guy really knows how to dress. Cool foreigners are always welcome here." This was before I even said anything.

[LemonDrink]

(09-13-2014 05:49 AM)Carlos100 Wrote:  

I have a real world example of how important style can be. I have a waistcoat with slim shoulders and low drop, so it really makes me look thinner in the middle (I'm about 21% body fat so I have some paunch) and exaggerates the size of my shoulders. So, it helps give me more of that "V" look that conveys masculinity. I was out going to a couple of different bars here in Japan last night, including one I hadn't been to before. The way people were acting around me was noticeably different. They were much more deferential from the get-go. In the new bar, the bartender actually told his regulars after I walked in (in Japanese), "Wow, this guy really knows how to dress. Cool foreigners are always welcome here." This was before I even said anything.

So aren't you better off on a sports regime like building muscles, losing weight to look lean rather then using clothes to cover flaws.

[LemonDrink]

(09-12-2014 02:44 PM)Tengen Wrote:  

In terms of "communicating" what kind of man you are, Tanner separates men's style into three archetypes: Rugged, Refined and Rakish.

These are not mutually exclusive, you can combine elements from all three to create something that suits you.

http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refined-and-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rugged/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...h-refined/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...sh-rakish/
http://masculine-style.com/rugged-refine...onclusion/

Esquire magazine covered 12 different types of mens style. 3 of which are described in further detail above.

http://dappered.com/2010/02/12-american-...m-esquire/

[Carlos100]

(09-13-2014 07:50 AM)LemonDrink Wrote:  

(09-13-2014 05:49 AM)Carlos100 Wrote:  

I have a real world example of how important style can be. I have a waistcoat with slim shoulders and low drop, so it really makes me look thinner in the middle (I'm about 21% body fat so I have some paunch) and exaggerates the size of my shoulders. So, it helps give me more of that "V" look that conveys masculinity. I was out going to a couple of different bars here in Japan last night, including one I hadn't been to before. The way people were acting around me was noticeably different. They were much more deferential from the get-go. In the new bar, the bartender actually told his regulars after I walked in (in Japanese), "Wow, this guy really knows how to dress. Cool foreigners are always welcome here." This was before I even said anything.

So aren't you better off on a sports regime like building muscles, losing weight to look lean rather then using clothes to cover flaws.

Of course. I do triathlons so I would be much worse off otherwise. The point is, good style makes you look even better than your natural state.

[bacan]

Damn, I respect and envy you guys. I am certain I have missed countless opportunities in life for not appreciating the benefits of developing style and dressing well. If I wanted to improve this aspect of my life in the next few months, what could be the next steps I could take to improve?

[LemonDrink]

(09-15-2014 09:31 AM)bacan Wrote:  

Damn, I respect and envy you guys. I am certain I have missed countless opportunities in life for not appreciating the benefits of developing style and dressing well. If I wanted to improve this aspect of my life in the next few months, what could be the next steps I could take to improve?

Implement the steps included in the opening post of this thread for starters.

[MrXY]

Start by learning the basic rules of men's style so that you avoid the mistakes so many men make. Just playing "don't fuck it up" game will put you well ahead of most men right at the beginning. Just search for "basic men's style" "or men's style guide" and you'll get lots of information.

Here's one example of what I mean:

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1.Unbutton the bottom button of your jacket. It’s not intended to be buttoned.

2. Remove the tags on the sleeves of your jacket before you wear it.

3.Jackets sometimes come with white basting thread on their shoulders or holding closed their vents. Remove this thread before wearing the jacket.

4.Jacket pockets are intended to be opened. Use a small scissor or seam ripper.

5.More than three jacket buttons is never appropriate for anything.

6.On a three-button coat, buttoning the top button is optional, and some lapels are rolled so as to make the top button ornamental. In other words: if buttoning the top button seems wrong, it is.

7.Brown shoes, brown belt. Black shoes, black belt.

8.Belt or suspenders. Never belt and suspenders.

9.Your jacket sleeve should be short enough to show some shirt cuff - about half an inch.

10. Your pants should end at your shoes without puddling. A slight or half break means that there is one modest inflection point in the front crease. If your pants break both front and back or if they break on the sides, they’re too long.

etc.... http://putthison.com/post/10127535876/tw...dge-so-you

Start looking at men's style blogs and forums. Stick to the ones that emphasize classic men's style at first, such as styleforum.net, askandyaboutclothes.com, masculine-style.com, effortlessgent.com and others have good articles and discussions of the basics.

Look at photos -thousands of photos, so you get reference points in your mind. It doesn't take that long , a few weeks and you'll have a decent understanding of what looks right and what doesn't.

Start putting together a basic wardrobe. Search "basic men's wardrobe" and you'll get plenty of lists of what you should own. This will be the foundation that you can build on endlessly if you wish. Make sure you buy quality items that fit well. The great thing about the basic wardrobe is that the pieces can be put together or accessorized in many different ways to create a variety of looks. Don't rush out and try to buy everything at once though, buy a piece of two at a time as your knowledge increases.

Wear the clothes and experiment with them. Withing six months you'll start feeling like you know what you're doing and you'll be reaping the benefits of the way people respond to you.

[Dalaran1991]

(09-15-2014 10:17 AM)MrXY Wrote:  

Start by learning the basic rules of men's style so that you avoid the mistakes so many men make. Just playing "don't fuck it up" game will put you well ahead of most men right at the beginning. Just search for "basic men's style" "or men's style guide" and you'll get lots of information.

Here's one example of what I mean:

Quote:

1.Unbutton the bottom button of your jacket. It’s not intended to be buttoned.

2. Remove the tags on the sleeves of your jacket before you wear it.

3.Jackets sometimes come with white basting thread on their shoulders or holding closed their vents. Remove this thread before wearing the jacket.

4.Jacket pockets are intended to be opened. Use a small scissor or seam ripper.

5.More than three jacket buttons is never appropriate for anything.

6.On a three-button coat, buttoning the top button is optional, and some lapels are rolled so as to make the top button ornamental. In other words: if buttoning the top button seems wrong, it is.

7.Brown shoes, brown belt. Black shoes, black belt.

8.Belt or suspenders. Never belt and suspenders.

9.Your jacket sleeve should be short enough to show some shirt cuff - about half an inch.

10. Your pants should end at your shoes without puddling. A slight or half break means that there is one modest inflection point in the front crease. If your pants break both front and back or if they break on the sides, they’re too long.

etc.... http://putthison.com/post/10127535876/tw...dge-so-you

Start looking at men's style blogs and forums. Stick to the ones that emphasize classic men's style at first, such as styleforum.net, askandyaboutclothes.com, masculine-style.com, effortlessgent.com and others have good articles and discussions of the basics.

Look at photos -thousands of photos, so you get reference points in your mind. It doesn't take that long , a few weeks and you'll have a decent understanding of what looks right and what doesn't.

Start putting together a basic wardrobe. Search "basic men's wardrobe" and you'll get plenty of lists of what you should own. This will be the foundation that you can build on endlessly if you wish. Make sure you buy quality items that fit well. The great thing about the basic wardrobe is that the pieces can be put together or accessorized in many different ways to create a variety of looks. Don't rush out and try to buy everything at once though, buy a piece of two at a time as your knowledge increases.

Wear the clothes and experiment with them. Withing six months you'll start feeling like you know what you're doing and you'll be reaping the benefits of the way people respond to you.

XY still waiting for a datasheet on adding flash to style from you!

[MrXY]

Working on it-part one-pocket squares- should be posted tomorrow

[Dante Lehtola]

When you think back to the times where you saved all of your "good outfits" for the weekend and now when you run a quick errand on a Tuesday you wouldn't mind an impromptu photo shoot.