mostbeautifulboy said:

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it's that you? hahah, cool! Love the jacket on the 2nd pic

FrenchGuy said:

whistle said:

i won't wear a kilt.

Just out of curiosity... Why?

I own 2 kilts that I wear mostly at home or during weekends.. A classi black/red one and a plain black one. Bought them from a punk/goth online store... They rock!!

In many cultures throughout the world, men wear "dresses" (Asia and Africa), and I think when tialored properly and on the right person it can look cool (and VIRILE)

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I wouldn't rock a kilt, but I also love "unbifurcated" garments (skirts, dresses, etc.) on men. And, yes, in cuts, fabrics and patterns genuine to regional cultural traditions, they can look exquisitely masculine.

An Egyptian friend of mine let me wear his thobe once, and I fell in love with it. I don't know that I could bring myself to wear one in North America (and I bet it'd embarrass my wife), but I'd wear one regularly in parts of the world where that look is a bit more standard. I already own an alb for when/if I take part in certain church ceremonies, and I'm currently looking into getting a lightweight Morrocan djellaba to wear mainly as a housecoat.

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Lammastide said:

FrenchGuy said:

Just out of curiosity... Why?

I own 2 kilts that I wear mostly at home or during weekends.. A classi black/red one and a plain black one. Bought them from a punk/goth online store... They rock!!

In many cultures throughout the world, men wear "dresses" (Asia and Africa), and I think when tialored properly and on the right person it can look cool (and VIRILE)

[Edited 1/23/11 5:19am]

I wouldn't rock a kilt, but I also love "unbifurcated" garments (skirts, dresses, etc.) on men. And, yes, in cuts, fabrics and patterns genuine to regional cultural traditions, they can look exquisitely masculine.

An Egyptian friend of mine let me wear his thobe once, and I fell in love with it. I don't know that I could bring myself to wear one in North America (and I bet it'd embarrass my wife), but I'd wear one regularly in parts of the world where that look is a bit more standard. I already own an alb for when/if I take part in certain church ceremonies, and I'm currently looking into getting a lightweight Morrocan djellaba to wear mainly as a housecoat.

[Edited 1/23/11 7:18am]

Kilts/dresses are really comfortable... Especially when you've spent the week wearing tight-ass jeans and underwear... Some people still give me the look, but close friends/family get used to it and some girls even like it.

You guys should def give it a try...

FrenchGuy said:

Lammastide said:

I wouldn't rock a kilt, but I also love "unbifurcated" garments (skirts, dresses, etc.) on men. And, yes, in cuts, fabrics and patterns genuine to regional cultural traditions, they can look exquisitely masculine.

An Egyptian friend of mine let me wear his thobe once, and I fell in love with it. I don't know that I could bring myself to wear one in North America (and I bet it'd embarrass my wife), but I'd wear one regularly in parts of the world where that look is a bit more standard. I already own an alb for when/if I take part in certain church ceremonies, and I'm currently looking into getting a lightweight Morrocan djellaba to wear mainly as a housecoat.

[Edited 1/23/11 7:18am]

Kilts/dresses are really comfortable... Especially when you've spent the week wearing tight-ass jeans and underwear... Some people still give me the look, but close friends/family get used to it and some girls even like it.

You guys should def give it a try...

I'd only ever consider a kilt if 1) I were overseas , and 2) I could coordinate it in a way that didn't look like I was clawing for attention. I love the way Scottish actor Billy Boyd wears his kilts. He sometimes wears them as formalwear (which I'd personally try under no circumstances), but he also dresses them down in really sporty, rugged and effortless ways. (And also sexy, IMHO).

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I still try new stuff.

My main limit I would say, trying to keep away from clothing that will make me look like I'm desperately clinging to any thread of youth. That's a huge pet-peeve of mine.

johnart said:

I still try new stuff.

My main limit I would say, trying to keep away from clothing that will make me look like I'm desperately clinging to any thread of youth. That's a huge pet-peeve of mine.

What for a man would constitute clinging on to any thread of youth be? Other than dating an 18 year old? I can see the ladies not wearing to tight or to short clothes when they reach a certain age (that age is different depending on how hot you are), but the men?

If anything, I will NEVER wear "Dad" clothes.

kewlschool said:

johnart said:

I still try new stuff.

My main limit I would say, trying to keep away from clothing that will make me look like I'm desperately clinging to any thread of youth. That's a huge pet-peeve of mine.

What for a man would constitute clinging on to any thread of youth be? Other than dating an 18 year old? I can see the ladies not wearing to tight or to short clothes when they reach a certain age (that age is different depending on how hot you are), but the men?

If anything, I will NEVER wear "Dad" clothes.

There's plenty out there that constitutes it. Desperate Dressing isn't just for the ladies.

Hot Topic, for one, can be a sea of desperation if you're well past your 20's.

One doesn't have to dress like a "dad" (which I assume means ultra conservative and boring) to dress in a manner that's appropriate (and most importantly, flattering) for one's age.

I don't think I dress like a "dad" and I'm pushing 40. But I don't think I strive to dress like a 20 year old either. That would render me tragic.

Here's another.

Grown men, please, leave that shit alone.

kewlschool said:

johnart said:

I still try new stuff.

My main limit I would say, trying to keep away from clothing that will make me look like I'm desperately clinging to any thread of youth. That's a huge pet-peeve of mine.

What for a man would constitute clinging on to any thread of youth be? Other than dating an 18 year old? I can see the ladies not wearing to tight or to short clothes when they reach a certain age (that age is different depending on how hot you are), but the men?

If anything, I will NEVER wear "Dad" clothes.

I think lots of stuff would constitute this faux pas for men. Dressing like a hip hopper, circuit boy or skater when you're someone's grandfather; being covered in logos; wearing ridiculous frat boy-looking graphic Tees and baseball caps; rocking skinny jeans, a sag or spandex/muscle shirts (outside of a gym); wearing extraordinarily obnoxious athletic shoes (especially with an otherwise non-athletic outfit), the list goes on and on... and I won't even start on the absurd things grown men do with their hair.

Taste is always quite subjective, of course, but one never dresses without projecting some image in the aggregate. And it's sometimes an unexpected and unintended image.

johnart said:

kewlschool said:

What for a man would constitute clinging on to any thread of youth be? Other than dating an 18 year old? I can see the ladies not wearing to tight or to short clothes when they reach a certain age (that age is different depending on how hot you are), but the men?

If anything, I will NEVER wear "Dad" clothes.

There's plenty out there that constitutes it. Desperate Dressing isn't just for the ladies.

Hot Topic, for one, can be a sea of desperation if you're well past your 20's.

One doesn't have to dress like a "dad" (which I assume means ultra conservative and boring) to dress in a manner that's appropriate (and most importantly, flattering) for one's age.

I don't think I dress like a "dad" and I'm pushing 40. But I don't think I strive to dress like a 20 year old either. That would render me tragic.

For one-no one should shop at Hot Topic, unless your shopping for an alternative emo/punk/freak look. Besides I believe that Hot Topic installs these red light devices in your hands, so no worries about being over 30 and allowed in.

I guess the ultra skinny man jean is a no unless your a teenager,into punk rock scene, or a rocker look is your thing. I wouldn't rock the ultra skinny jean as a teen or an adult.

Lammastide said:

kewlschool said:

What for a man would constitute clinging on to any thread of youth be? Other than dating an 18 year old? I can see the ladies not wearing to tight or to short clothes when they reach a certain age (that age is different depending on how hot you are), but the men?

If anything, I will NEVER wear "Dad" clothes.

I think lots of stuff would constitute this faux pas for men. Dressing like a hip hopper, circuit boy or skater when you're someone's grandfather; being covered in logos; wearing ridiculous frat boy-looking graphic Tees and baseball caps; rocking skinny jeans, a sag or spandex/muscle shirts (outside of a gym); wearing extraordinarily obnoxious athletic shoes (especially with an otherwise non-athletic outfit), the list goes on and on... and I won't even start on the absurd things grown men do with their hair.

Taste is always quite subjective, of course, but one never dresses without projecting some image in the aggregate. And it's sometimes an unexpected and unintended image.

x 1 million.

The circuit boy look on older dudes is particularly shiver-inducing.

kewlschool said:

johnart said:

There's plenty out there that constitutes it. Desperate Dressing isn't just for the ladies.

Hot Topic, for one, can be a sea of desperation if you're well past your 20's.

One doesn't have to dress like a "dad" (which I assume means ultra conservative and boring) to dress in a manner that's appropriate (and most importantly, flattering) for one's age.

I don't think I dress like a "dad" and I'm pushing 40. But I don't think I strive to dress like a 20 year old either. That would render me tragic.

For one-no one should shop at Hot Topic, unless your shopping for an alternative emo/punk/freak look. Besides I believe that Hot Topic installs these red light devices in your hands, so no worries about being over 30 and allowed in.

I guess the ultra skinny man jean is a no unless your a teenager,into punk rock scene, or a rocker look is your thing. I wouldn't rock the ultra skinny jean as a teen or an adult.

I wish they would install some fashion sense chip in folks neck so that it would drop them to the ground when they trynna pass off some of that shit.

But then again, what would we criticize?

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LadyLuvSexxy said:

I'm a big gal. There's already a limitation in itself on what I'm "allowed" to wear. I guess brand-wise, I just choose what's in the budget. That's usually a mix of things from Torrid, Lane Bryant, and sometimes Wal-Mart for those tank tops and novelty shirts. They give the guys the cool stuff, and we have to wear the crap with the glitter and stuff. I've been known to mix those shirts up with a smart blazer or a simple dress jacket.

I guess in the sense of limitations, I don't allow myself to wear very bright colors. I sometimes venture to gray or brown or purple. other brighter colors are usually underneath a darker jacket or something. or, it's the scarf in my hair or in my earrings.

I also avoid heels like the plague. Mainly out of fear of falling on my ass in the middle of Downtown Chicago, or tripping on a platform on the Red Line. Besides, I walk everywhere else, so it seems sort of moot to wear out cute shoes. Even though flat boots would be nice. It's kinda "odd" to be 25 and having to stick my Nikes into every outfit that might not call for them.

There's lots of big gals who'd easily be able to step over my fashion fears, but I just don't feel comfy in all that crap all day long. Torrid has a ton of cute stuff where you can put "looks" together, but I just can't see myself doing that every day. I like to picks something out, throw it on, and be out the door in time for the next bus.

LOL @ the heels comment. I love high heels, but they don't love me. Anything over 2 inches tall is a no go for me. Even 2 and 3/4 is even pushing it...my feet just can't take it. I wear my boots mostly and sneakers when going to the gym. I'm due for some new pairs of ballet flats...

I don't wear leggings, tank tops...only underneath shirts, skinny jeans, sleeve less shirts, V-neck shirts, bright colored shirts...I always keep my hair in a pony tail or bun.

Lammastide said:

FrenchGuy said:

Kilts/dresses are really comfortable... Especially when you've spent the week wearing tight-ass jeans and underwear... Some people still give me the look, but close friends/family get used to it and some girls even like it.

You guys should def give it a try...

I'd only ever consider a kilt if 1) I were overseas , and 2) I could coordinate it in a way that didn't look like I was clawing for attention. I love the way Scottish actor Billy Boyd wears his kilts. He sometimes wears them as formalwear (which I'd personally try under no circumstances), but he also dresses them down in really sporty, rugged and effortless ways. (And also sexy, IMHO).

[Edited 1/23/11 13:32pm]

that's hot

I limit my clothes to what fits!