Middle-aged man, I want update image/clothing, where do I start?.

[bimble]

They must have laces otherwise you are apparently old

You can also get shoes with velcro, but they're generally for the very young.

 

[Virtual Blue]

How about these? I kinda like the pink camo.
Too young? Too tye dye 80s?

 

[bimble]

I like the pink camo too.

 

[sealion]

they're half a sock right?

Yes it just covers the front of the foot.

So you will definitely 'need' socks for plimsolls?

You could use a good insole/odor eater type thing. I suppose it depends if the shoe has any ventilation holes and how sweaty your feet get.

 

[spanglechick]

How about these? I kinda like the pink camo.
Too young? Too tye dye 80s?

They are very bad for your feet. Combination of unshaped footbed and not being really securely attached to the foot. Plantar fasciitis waiting to happen. Plus, a bit trendy imo.

I vote plimsole or, in fact,11 baseball boot.

 

[killer b]

Heads up gents, there's a sale on at Mr Porter - 70% off on loads of stuff. Most of it is still far too expensive, but there's a few choice items now within grasp...

Sale Sale – Men’s Designer Fashion on MR PORTER.

 

[Winot]

I'm glad the leather pen pot is reduced from £2400 to a mere £720, as I've got a lot of pens and one wouldn't have been enough.

Dunhill - Leather Pen Pot

 

[killer b]

Incredible that's made it into the deep discount sale isn't it?

 

[Winot]

Just remembered these people. A bit überhip maybe, but I really like the way they sell clothes:
Old Town - British clothing designer and maker

(you choose the style and the fabric, they sew it for you, like proper tailors.)

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I visited this place at the weekend as it's in the next town to where my mum lives. Lovely owner (Marie) and nice clobber. Ordered a pair of trousers (heavy cotton canvas) which will be delivered in 5-6 weeks. They have some stock in Labour & Wait in London (Redchurch St).

Thanks bimble for the recommendation.

 

[bimble]

great

 

[killer b]

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I visited this place at the weekend as it's in the next town to where my mum lives. Lovely owner (Marie) and nice clobber. Ordered a pair of trousers (heavy cotton canvas) which will be delivered in 5-6 weeks. They have some stock in Labour & Wait in London (Redchurch St).

Thanks bimble for the recommendation.

what style did you go for?

 

[Winot]

what style did you go for?

Vauxhalls. High-waisted and tapered. The other style I tried (Standards) were cut too wide for my liking.

They can adjust the length as they make them to order. I needed another inch which took the inside leg to 33".

 

[D'wards]

I'm 45. I used to like North Face stuff but it seems to have gone full circle from geography teacher to GCSE student.

Nothing too geezer either, like Lyle and Scott.

I have a fair few carhartt items, which are good stuff.

Diesel jeans are good and last ages too.

But if I was to buy a nice t shirt or hoody and wanted something better than Next, what would you suggest?

 

[chilango]

Patagonia

 

[maomao]

Is 45 definitely middle aged then?

 

[Monkeygrinder's Organ]

Wasn't there a big old thread on this sort of thing?

ETA: Middle-aged man, I want update image/clothing, where do I start?. - here it is. Maybe more smarter-stuff focused though.

 

[Orang Utan]

Is 45 definitely middle aged then?

Well into it, sadly. Think it starts at about 35

 

[ignatious]

Edwin jeans are great.

 

[Virtual Blue]

I'm 45 also - it's a great age!!

What to wear? It depends what shape your body is in.

Fuck the brand, what's the fit like?

As a rule of thumb, stay away from North Face, Canada Goose or Barbour - they're boring, frumpy and expensive.

Edwin jeans are great.

Never tried them...
but I absolutely love Levis 510 and Nudie Skinny Lins...

 

[JimW]

Edwin jeans are great.

My usual brand too. Get some very wacky styles out here in Asia but the basic standards are solid.

 

[dessiato]

I really like Boss. But it's a bit expensive, but chosen carefully can be an investment. For everyday I use Next. Levis is good for denim.

 

[marshall]

Cos, if you're flush.

 

[dessiato]

Cos, if you're flush.

Just buy one or two signature items in the sales, outlet stores or from TKMaxx. A pair of Levis can last for years properly looked after, as can Boss.

 

[danny la rouge]

Is 45 definitely middle aged then?

Yes. Midlife | Psychology Today

 

[marshall]

Just buy one or two signature items in the sales, outlet stores or from TKMaxx. A pair of Levis can last for years properly looked after, as can Boss.

True, I'm 58 and I still wear a pair of bootcut Levis I've had since I was 28. 34 x 34.

 

[Humberto]

I've used M&M Direct quite a bit recently. I recommend it.

 

[danny la rouge]

since I was 28. 34 x 34.

That’s why nobody likes you, Marshall. When you say things like that.

 

[farmerbarleymow]

That’s why nobody likes you, Marshall. When you say things like that.

Doesn't everyone have the same waist measurement as they did at 18? I still buy 30/32 jeans.

 

[strung out]

True, I'm 58 and I still wear a pair of bootcut Levis I've had since I was 28. 34 x 34.

Have you ever had the crotch area patched/repaired? My jeans would last forever if that bit didn't wear out so quickly (insert joke about my massive junk etc.)

 

[farmerbarleymow]

'junk' is an awful term really.