The Appeal of Dressing Fashionably for Men

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the reasons why men may not dress fashionably, exploring perceptions of fashion, personal preferences, and societal expectations. It includes considerations of cost, maintenance, and the subjective nature of what is considered fashionable.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that a well-dressed man is attractive and garners attention, while others argue that personal style is subjective and varies widely.
  • A participant questions the definition of "fashionably," indicating that opinions on style differ significantly among individuals.
  • Concerns about the cost and maintenance of fashionable clothing are raised, with some expressing reluctance to invest in expensive or high-maintenance attire.
  • Several participants express indifference towards fashion, stating they prioritize comfort and practicality over style.
  • Age is mentioned as a factor influencing expectations of men's attire, with differing views on what is acceptable in various social contexts.
  • Some participants note that they have received more attention after upgrading their wardrobe, suggesting a correlation between clothing quality and social perception.
  • There is a discussion about the appropriateness of casual clothing in different settings, with varying opinions on what constitutes acceptable attire for outings.
  • One participant emphasizes that the personality of the person wearing the clothes is more important than the clothes themselves, while others suggest that clothing reflects personality traits.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the definition of fashionable or the importance of dressing well. Multiple competing views remain regarding personal style, societal expectations, and the significance of clothing in social interactions.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the subjective nature of fashion and the varying definitions and standards that individuals apply. There are unresolved assumptions about societal norms and personal preferences that influence opinions on men's fashion.

  • #331
Cyrus said:
It's because you do wear that abercombie type stuff.

I know!

That's the frustrating part.
 
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  • #332
Well, then don't wear it.
 
  • #333
Cyrus said:
Well, then don't wear it.

Um... it's what I own.

I'm comfortable naked, but that's not legal.
 
  • #334
im big on abercrombie/ hollister. abercrombie for jeans and hollister for shirts. I am small and the clothes are quite form fitting. a lot of the time, especially in the summer i usually go with a band shirt or a white hanes t shirt. shamefully, I've been wearing a fitted for the past few days. i needed something to cover my messed up hair every day haha
 
  • #335
JasonRox said:
Um... it's what I own.

I'm comfortable naked, but that's not legal.

its beginning to be illegal in your own house. my neighbor saw me nude in my house and they called the cops. why they were looking into my windows is beyond me. but, i was the one that had to put my clothes back on.
 
  • #336
offtheleft said:
its beginning to be illegal in your own house. my neighbor saw me nude in my house and they called the cops. why they were looking into my windows is beyond me. but, i was the one that had to put my clothes back on.

ANd how do they suppose you have sex?
 
  • #337
JasonRox said:
ANd how do they suppose you have sex?

usually the lights are off and I am laying down when that goes down. a lot of the time it goes down at the girls house. i have a little sister so i try not to do anything like that when there is a slight chance that she can walk in
 
  • #338
Lately I've found things I like at Express Men or H&M, though I tend to like the former more so than the latter.
 
  • #339
offtheleft said:
usually the lights are off and I am laying down when that goes down. a lot of the time it goes down at the girls house. i have a little sister so i try not to do anything like that when there is a slight chance that she can walk in

You turn the lights off? I hate the lights off. I don't remember the last time that happened.

Plus, what if you want to do it in the kitchen, living room, the closet... etc...
 
  • #340
this has to do with clothing how......(raises eyebrow)
 
  • #341
Cyrus said:
this has to do with clothing how......(raises eyebrow)

I enjoy wearing a fine suit when engaging in adult activities.
 
  • #342
"Fashionable" is a relative term, so by definition only 1/2 of us guys can dress that way.

As for me, I'm following Kurdt's lead and wearing this very stylish racing helmet:
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As I'm sure Kurdt will agree, it provides ample protection against governmental mind control experiments. I am willing to fit anybody's avatar with a protective Kurdt helmet, but please note that supplies are limited. Price negotiable.
 
  • #343
Redbelly98 said:
"Fashionable" is a relative term, so by definition only 1/2 of us guys can dress that way.

As for me, I'm following Kurdt's lead and wearing this very stylish racing helmet:
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As I'm sure Kurdt will agree, it provides ample protection against governmental mind control experiments. I am willing to fit anybody's avatar with a protective Kurdt helmet, but please note that supplies are limited. Price negotiable.

:smile:

I'm pretty sure that to be fully protected, you need to line it with tin foil.
 
  • #344
Of course. What makes you think it isn't? :biggrin:
 
  • #345
SticksandStones said:
I enjoy wearing a fine suit when engaging in adult activities.
...every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man.
 
  • #346
turbo-1 said:
...every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man.

For sure!
 
  • #347
I had to walk through JC Penny to get inside the mall when I saw Levis Silver Tab jeans. A pair caught my eye (pretty dark jeans, slim straights), I tried them on and holy **** they fit absolutely perfectly. It's almost as if they had my exact body in mind when making them. Normally I never get *ANYTHING* at JC Penny, but this turned out great. They were on sale for 36.99 so I got a pair (they usually run around 59.99 I think, and I would have bought them for that price as well). The only problem is that they have the tightest pockets I've ever encountered in any jeans. Ever. When they are off of me, laying on the ground, it's hard to get my cell phone out of the pocket.
 
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  • #348
Oh! So that was a cell phone in your pocket?

I am relieved.
 
  • #349
just got my hair cut! ill post pics shortly. cyrus, tell me if its good or not. i value your opinion.
 
  • #350
moose said:
I had to walk through JC Penny to get inside the mall when I saw Levis Silver Tab jeans. A pair caught my eye (pretty dark jeans, slim straights), I tried them on and holy **** they fit absolutely perfectly. It's almost as if they had my exact body in mind when making them. Normally I never get *ANYTHING* at JC Penny, but this turned out great. They were on sale for 36.99 so I got a pair (they usually run around 59.99 I think, and I would have bought them for that price as well). The only problem is that they have the tightest pockets I've ever encountered in any jeans. Ever. When they are off of me, laying on the ground, it's hard to get my cell phone out of the pocket.

Seriously moose, it's time to upgrade your cell phone.

http://img389.imageshack.us/img389/383/oldcellphoneix7.jpg
 
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  • #351
lisab said:
Seriously moose, it's time to upgrade your cell phone.

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That's 10x more sexy than some stupid iphone. I'd use this phone all over town just to see peoples reactions to it. It's bigger than a freaking walki-talki.
 
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  • #352
Someone got me a gift card from sears that had $100 on it. Everything was on sale at sears, so I bought some clothes with it. I already know 99.9% of the stuff in there is total overpriced CRAP. So I took my time and had my eye open for hidden gems. The VAST majority was EXPENISVE (I'm not paying more than $20 for anything from SEARS that's going to fall appart. The stuff was mostly falling appart on the shelf brand new!). Some of the tags said $50! I could go to Banana Republic or Guess for $50.00, gimme a break!

So, I got a red dockers sweater for $20.00; some really dark structure jeans for $24.00, and a bunch of ties. Two are pink, one is yellow, and the last is green/blue stripes. The grand total was $110.00. So you don't need to spend money to make something look nice, but you need to know what to buy and what size to find.

First one: the suit jacket, black leather shoes and button up shirt I already had. But I mixed it up with the new jeans and tie that cost a whopping $30.00 total. But you'd never know because the shoes, jacket and button up shirt cost much, much more. :wink:

http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/7504/pict0373bp2.jpg

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/5294/pict0370as5.jpg
In this picture, only the shoes, watch, and white button up shirt are high end. The rest is from sears. Sweater: $20.00, Tie: $10.00; Jeans, $24.00.
 
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  • #353
NICE!

You could be a male model Cyrus.
 

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