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

[moose]

Freddie has responded. I am slightly overwhelmed. There are lots of pictures of trousers.

Has Freddie used the phrase 'a trouser' yet?

 

[kabbes]

Has Freddie used the phrase 'a trouser' yet?

No, but he is looking forward to working with me, so it can only be a matter of time.

 

[bimble]

 

[Dr. Furface]

Try charity shops for nice brogues?

I have a nice pair of brogues that I got from a charity shop a few years ago - quality brand, leather soles, hardly been worn etc. - but I got lucky with those, as they'd just come in and were my size. They're the only shoes I've ever bought from a charity shop. In general charity shops are not a good place for finding decent footwear as they usually have only a small selection and if you do find some decent ones the chances are they won't be your size. Ebay or some other similar site is a better bet for finding quality, reasonably prices shoes that will fit you.

 

[lazythursday]

I'm a bit pissed off at everyone getting stylish Freddie when I am stuck with bad-taste-Brooke.

 

[bi0boy]

Just trying thread.com

It's showing me a whole bunch of style photos, but all the ones with good tops are wearing skinny jeans or ridiculous shorts, and all the ones with acceptable trousers are wearing tops I wouldn't touch with a bargepole

 

[bi0boy]

Oh well, Brooke is now spending a few hours selecting some simple, modern clothes for me that are far from stuffy, and that I can mix and match to wear every day.

 

[kabbes]

Just trying thread.com

It's showing me a whole bunch of style photos, but all the ones with good tops are wearing skinny jeans or ridiculous shorts, and all the ones with acceptable trousers are wearing tops I wouldn't touch with a bargepole

I wouldn't worry too much. Select a few things that are about right, then Freddie will ignore them and send pictures of other trousers instead.

 

[bi0boy]

I wouldn't worry too much. Select a few things that are about right, then Freddie will ignore them and send pictures of other trousers instead.

I guess I'm too weird for Freddie

 

[bimble]

Do you think they'd pay good money for a link to this invaluable customer experience feedback ?

 

[kabbes]

I wouldn't want them to get the wrong idea. I fully intend to travel this path Freddie is curating for me.

 

[bi0boy]

Yes, I just tried browsing the things they think I'll like before Brooke has done her job.



I think I'd better wait for Brooke.

 

[bimble]

Oh dear. That is 7 kinds of wrong.

 

[pseudonarcissus]

Luke wants me to wear cardigans this summer

 

[pseudonarcissus]

cardigans to shake off expectations like I shake off old pipe tobacco.

 

[bimble]

Cardigans are one of the worlds best inventions, don't diss cardigans. Those do look a bit shit though, compared to your grandads's.

 

[bi0boy]

Apparently Brooke thinks Ryan Gosling should be my thick shirt icon.

 

[kabbes]

What is this obsession with no socks? I get cold feet.

Anyway, this has once again taught me that I have no idea. These things all look the same to me. I shall run it past the kabbess, who will say yes, no, no, no way, yes, yes, no.

 

[kabbes]

When I was choosing options, I looked up from the laptop and said "what's a pea coat?" and she said, "they don't suit you."

 

[kabbes]

Disaster has struck!

 

[bimble]

That is so rude. Freddie surely wouldn't just walk out on you like that. I'm telling. (and asking if it's a technical issue rather than a real holiday).

 

[kabbes]

That is so rude. Freddie surely wouldn't just walk out on you like that. I'm telling. (and asking if it's a technical issue rather than a real holiday).

The man deserves a break. Look at all the cardigans he's had to select.

 

[bimble]

Freddie will be back, he has not deserted you it's just their group bonding Friday afternoon thing, apparently.

 

[chilango]

Disaster has struck!

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Freddie is busy, that's why.



Not bad Freddie, not bad. Not keen on the trousers though.

Or the jumper.

Or the jacket if I'm being honest.

Shoes are nice though.

But I already have a pair.

 

[chilango]

He's in the ballpark though. I'll give him that.

 

[kabbes]

I can't cope with the disembodied crotches.



Good power stance in that last one though.

 

[magneze]

Cardigans are just shit hoodies no?

 

[spanglechick]

Cardigans are just shit hoodies no?

Less era-specific (more timeless). Acceptable in more contexts. Less likely to be fleece fabric.

 

[spanglechick]

Thread and Fred(die) sound love me they have this covered, but if I had to get a tip, it would be to update the cut of your jeans/trousers. It's often overlooked by blokes ime, but is th best way to look quietly in touch with contemporary style, without going full on wardrobe-overhaul.

 

[coley]

Thread and Fred(die) sound love me they have this covered, but if I had to get a tip, it would be to update the cut of your jeans/trousers. It's often overlooked by blokes ime, but is th best way to look quietly in touch with contemporary style, without going full on wardrobe-overhaul.

Bugger, so, jeans al la Clarkson are a definite no no?