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 grum
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I have a corduroy shirt from the aforementioned universal works.

An attractive 25 year old at a party told me unprompted that I look good in it. That's good enough for me. 😁

https://www.endclothing.com/gb/universal-works-super-fine-cord-garage-shirt-21558-grn.html

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 8:14 pm
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Most likely mistook you for their geography lecturer

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:06 pm
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Oof!

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:07 pm
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My look was once described as " post apocalyptic geography teacher"

I was wearing black laceup shoes ( well polished of course) Black dress trousers, a purple polo shirt and a lilac v neck jumper.

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:10 pm
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Thats another issue - look round any group of men and they all wear the same shades of beige and gray.

Wear some colours. Lilac, turquise and saffron are my faves

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:11 pm
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Polo shirt and v-neck; I'm sure each was...fetching but - not together.
Opens wardrobe to look at shirts - work ones are plain/bengal stripe/subtle check; smart casual are gingham check/bold stripes/paisley/herringbone/floral patterned/plains in strong colours - deep pink, fuchsia, cardinal red, bright yellow, dark green.
Three dress shirts.
Different cuff links for every double cuff shirt.
About 30 silk ties; four bow ties.
Pocket squares - yep, a few of those.
I have something of a shoe obsession but let's not go there...

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:25 pm
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Most likely mistook you for their geography lecturer

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 9:38 pm
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Good work on the colours and silk squares Frank but i am perturbed by the loudness of the pattens and I am sure paisley is no longer allowed

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 10:46 pm
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Thank god the proper adults have turned up.

 
Posted : 19/09/2020 11:39 pm
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This is another of those threads where I don’t know who is taking the piss and who is serious 🧐

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 12:12 am
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tj - paisley is beyond fashion; it's a staple of class - visit your bespoke tailor and ask to look at linings.
Loudness of patterns; tsk, tsk - you should focus on how the various patterns are incorporated into an overall look.
Moving on from that - you are Nigel Day and I claim my £10.

Thank god the proper adults have turned up.

Preens, presumptiously...

 
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visit your bespoke tailor and ask to look at linings.

Pure, distilled, essence of STW.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 12:31 am
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This is another of those threads where I don’t know who is taking the piss and who is serious

It's good fun though.

 
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Pure, distilled, essence of STW.

Only if both parties have an Audi (ideally A6 offroad) with in-car espresso maker, wood burner and De'Longhi bean to cup machine.
Must also have the right make of axe, properly honed.
God, it's tiring being so...on trend.

 
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This is another of those threads where I don’t know who is taking the piss and who is serious

Let me assure you, no one is taking the piss; this is all...serious.

 
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+4s

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 1:58 am
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*applause*

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 2:33 am
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The joy for me is, the serious ones are the funniest.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 11:54 am
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Spats.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 1:36 pm
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A quality walking stick is essential

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 2:49 pm
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Don't forget the monocle.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 2:53 pm
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In my early forties, my OH has me kitted me out almost entirely from Atom Retro.

So when I'm not rocking the traditional 'middle-aged-rock-climber-stroke-mountain-biker' look, I seemingly attempt to look like Steve McQueen.

Actually works for me, apparently. YMMV, my body shape hasn't really changed from my 20s which probably helps.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 6:09 pm
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I have a corduroy shirt from the aforementioned universal works.

An attractive 25 year old at a party told me unprompted that I look good in it. That’s good enough for me. 😁

That was nice of him.

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 7:11 pm
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When I was a young child I used to hate my mother choosing my clothes for me. Now, I’d rather go out looking like Dominic Cummings, than let my wife choose what I wear!

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 7:18 pm
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See my last post @kayak23

 
Posted : 20/09/2020 7:56 pm
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Well I thought #### it, and bought more vintage style stuff. It turned up, wore it for sundays festival of swing, felt a million dollars. So I'll stick with it every day.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 11:56 am
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Excellent!

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 12:03 pm
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Go on ya oldgit,time you had a word with the nerds on here!

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 1:15 pm
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vintage is fine. There seems to be some misconceptions here. Style and class do not equal trendy and fashionable. Class is permanent, fashion is empheral

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 1:21 pm
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felt a million dollars

Only one million?  Needs a Dr Evil meme 😀

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 1:27 pm
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OK just for shits and giggles and to hopefully start the ball rolling.... Here's everyday type of dress for the school run 🙂

Jacket - Fjallraven
T shirt - Armor Lux
Jeans - Edwin selvedge tapered
Trainers - Saucony
Glasses - Oakley

Not claiming any high fashion just good quality staples innit.

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And yes - I am chubby, thanks.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 5:45 pm
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Where’s Wally is looking a bit older nowadays 😉

Just to level things I look like Casper the Friendly ghost with a beard (and occasionally clothes) and also wear Oakley glasses and selvedge denim. Vivo barefoot in the footwear department and rarely wear a coat or jacket.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 6:56 pm
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Ba doom tish!

But yes, I know I should have a t shirt that says 'fork you' with a picture of some bombers, or an obscure sci fi film reference, or something equally cool. My apologies.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 7:02 pm
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I'd make it a law than anyone over about 35 shouldn't wear shorts and/or sleeveless vests in public. Young fat people probably shouldn't either.

It should also be illegal for anyone over 18 to walk around with a naked torso especially in a supermarket. During the summer, a man of about 65 was walking the trail near me with a naked torso and I still feel ill thinking of that image.

Sandals with no socks should be illegal too. Death penalty for wearing them on public transport especially planes.

 
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Sandals with no socks should be illegal too

Are you saying sandals should be worn with socks? Just need to clarify before reporting your post for crimes against humanity.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 7:09 pm
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Not everyday wear but...............

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Posted : 21/09/2020 7:16 pm
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Lovely pic and you do look rather dapper TJ

 
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Well you didn't think I was going to put a pic of my usual scruffy self did you? That was at a wedding. the only photos of me I seem to have are at parties or in outdoor kit

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That second pictures a bit terrifying.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 8:09 pm
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I’d make it a law than anyone over about 35 shouldn’t wear shorts and/or sleeveless vests in public.

I do both of the above and I'm 41. I don't intend to sweat in full attire, I wear what's comfortable and what fits me.

My intention is neither to look nor feel younger than I am. I work out. I ride and I feel in the best shape of my life.

There are many, many, many prime examples of people half my age, three times my size and 10 times less fit than I am. Wearing aforementioned attire and looking (IMHO) a damn sight worse than I do. Through them being fat and lazy.

Discuss.

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 9:36 pm
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We need more pictures

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 9:44 pm
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Wifebeaters ( sleeveless t shirts) are never acceptable

 
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I must say I’m a little disappointed in the pics so far. Whilst I’m in the wear what you like camp, I was expecting more David Beckham than Johnny Vegas from those professing style 😂

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 9:59 pm
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I'm sorry that you feel threatened by my handsomeness/stylishness. 😘

'Wear what you like' ie 'my wife buys my clothes at Asda'

 
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I’m sorry that you feel threatened by my handsomeness/stylishness. 😘

‘Wear what you like’ ie ‘my wife buys my clothes at Asda’

😀

What you’re wearing is fine by me. But, they do sell jeans, t’shirts, anoraks and orthopaedic shoes in Asda.

 
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Wifebeaters (sleeveless t shirts) are never acceptable

You'd be so jealous of my super-tanned shoulders.

'Fake' tan of course 😁🤔

Also... sleeveless !== vest

 
Posted : 21/09/2020 10:29 pm
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They sell bikes in Asda too but, you know...

 
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Posted : 22/09/2020 3:21 pm
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old gits picture

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 3:37 pm
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Humber sceptre? nice

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 3:38 pm
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Sleeveless top - Check
Shorts - Check
Questionable accessories - Check

Worryingly, I can't find a single pic of me in "normal" clothes, it's all suits at weddings or running kit.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 4:34 pm
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I think you look pretty cool oldgit, and more importantly happy. But the car steals the show, soz.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 4:45 pm
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Worryingly, I can’t find a single pic of me in “normal” clothes, it’s all suits at weddings or running kit.

I was the same

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 4:51 pm
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Over 50, Levi 510s with a patterned Guide London shirt and proper shoes has been my staple for work. I also keep a Paul Smith suit in the office for bike commuting. I never wear a tie - even when on company business, just nice shirts. It helps that I at least have the body of a teenager 😉 Lockdown is more boring 3/4 length pedal pushers and a polo/short sleeved/casual shirt. I still can't bring myself to wear a T-shirt during office hours! I don't own a sleeveless top (pale skin), nor a music-related top, but do have some embarrassing (to my sons) tight shorts. They're just jealous since I am smaller than both of them.

 
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What you see in oldgit's picture is two people happy in their own skin and confident as a result. The clothing is pretty irrelevant.

Very often iffy dress sense in older chaps and chapesses is making up for insecurities deeper down.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 5:07 pm
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I’d make it a law than anyone over about 35 shouldn’t wear shorts and/or sleeveless vests in public.

60% of the time I’m outside the house I’m wearing shorts.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 5:14 pm
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This year particularly, I've worn trousers maybe 5 times since April. Working from home clearly plays a big part in this, but even then I'd be wearing them any time I'm out but not at work.
Trousers will come back out again in November I reckon.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 5:20 pm
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3/4 length pedal pushers and a polo/short sleeved/casual shirt.

Let me guess - mirror shades ?

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 7:25 pm
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Great pic TJ. My only advice would be to get your trousers altered to a shorter length. And I'd be having a word about leaning on the car when it's so nicely polished.

edit: I love 3/4 length shorts. There, I said it.

 
Posted : 22/09/2020 11:34 pm
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easily - thats not me - thats oldgit. I just sorted his link out. I'm the one channeling my inner miami vice in an earlier pic

 
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oldgits lawn is looking abut patchy in places and the bushes in the top right of the picture could do with a trim.

 
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