r/malefashionadvice Feb 03 '25

Recurring ➡️ Daily Simple Questions ⬅️- Style feedback and clothing ID requests go HERE!! - 03 February 2025

14 Upvotes

Welcome to the Daily Questions thread for all things related to men's fashion. Types of questions this thread is great for:

  • Outfit feedback and advice, especially posts with just a photo 🧥
  • Questions that can be answered with one or two words (yes, no, good, bad, left, right, etc)
  • ID'ing clothes from pictures or screenshots 🖼️ Want a more helpful answer? The more information you give, the better response you'll get. Try including:
  • Budget in numbers 💲 and location 🌍
  • A screenshot of any clothes from a video 🖼️ How to add a picture to your Reddit comment:
  • You can upload on the Reddit app and website add images to your comment on Reddit's app and website by clicking the add-image button
  • Or upload your picture to Imgur.com and copy/paste the link into your Reddit comment. If you're looking for more in-depth information then check out our style guides 🛍️, item guides 👔 and recommendation threads 📄. The MFA Discord is also open for questions in the #questions-and-advice channel!

r/malefashionadvice 7h ago

Recurring ➡️ Daily Simple Questions ⬅️- Style feedback and clothing ID requests go HERE!! - 06 April 2025

2 Upvotes

Welcome to the Daily Questions thread for all things related to men's fashion. Types of questions this thread is great for:

  • Outfit feedback and advice, especially posts with just a photo 🧥
  • Questions that can be answered with one or two words (yes, no, good, bad, left, right, etc)
  • ID'ing clothes from pictures or screenshots 🖼️ Want a more helpful answer? The more information you give, the better response you'll get. Try including:
  • Budget in numbers 💲 and location 🌍
  • A screenshot of any clothes from a video 🖼️ How to add a picture to your Reddit comment:
  • You can upload on the Reddit app and website add images to your comment on Reddit's app and website by clicking the add-image button
  • Or upload your picture to Imgur.com and copy/paste the link into your Reddit comment. If you're looking for more in-depth information then check out our style guides 🛍️, item guides 👔 and recommendation threads 📄. The MFA Discord is also open for questions in the #questions-and-advice channel!

r/malefashionadvice 5h ago

Discussion Where’s everyone shopping for resort clothing?

31 Upvotes

I’m really liking the look of Frescobol Carioca’s ss 2025 collection. Anything else that should be on my radar?


r/malefashionadvice 11h ago

Question The office white sneaker

34 Upvotes

Im looking for that white sneaker for the office. I had a pair of Oliver Cabell but I found them uncomfortable. I know Common Projects and people swear by them. Are they still considered THE white shoe? Or is there another? I don’t mind spending that much if it’s a shoe I can keep for years as I will take care of them, but also want them to be on trend. Thank you!


r/malefashionadvice 2h ago

Question What color shoes can I wear with these pants?

3 Upvotes

r/malefashionadvice 1d ago

Guide What Are Good Clothing Brands for Someone Who Has Gotten "Stuck" At the Banana Republic, J. Crew, Abercrombie Level?

206 Upvotes

So I am someone who works in law, so I usually am dressed in business casual. On the weekends I like to mix high and low, for example putting dressy items like blazers or topoats or dress shoes with casual items like sweat shirts, t-shirts, jeans, etc.

Anyway, I've found brands like Banana Republic, J. Crew, and Abercrombie great for my needs, especially given their recent upgrades in fashion direction. They also have occasionally some pretty good dark rinse and raw denim jeans. Also, they have a lot of good sales if you're patient.

My problem is I've gotten bored and it all feels a little too safe. I wanted to go out of my comfort zone ans try different brands that feel a little more elevated and grown up but still have that same general personality?

I've been trying slightly more upstream brands like Todd Snyder and John Varvatos, but I was hoping you guys had some ideas to share. I'm also open to smaller boutiques that are not major chains. I live in New York with easy access to Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens if that helps as far as recommending smaller more local boutiques.

I'm willing to go moderatel more expensive than the J. Crew and Banana Republic level, around where Snyder and Varvatos are, but not to the Barney's level if that makes sense.

Thanks in advance!


r/malefashionadvice 3h ago

Discussion Where to start learning?

2 Upvotes

I’m trying to take my fashion up a notch. Where can I start to learn about styles and items. Like general knowledge etc. Basically how do you go about learning/getting better at understanding styling?


r/malefashionadvice 14h ago

Discussion Really fed up with formal shirt collars almost exclusively being cutaway / semi cutaway - where have all the straight point collars gone?

16 Upvotes

All I seem to see is cutaway or even button down at a push in UK affordable fashion shops like Moss Bros, Lewin, Next etc - one side of the argument is that they sell what people buy, but the other side is people won't buy it if they don't sell it. I am looking for some more classic straight point collars, but are there any other suggestions for great looking shirt collars to go with a suit and tie?


r/malefashionadvice 7h ago

Question Guys whose suit size has an S after the number, how do you shop for other jackets?

3 Upvotes

My jacket size is either a 40S or 42S and I just have become a little too wide for how long my torso is. Does anyone have any tips for modern brands that you like or maybe how to find nicely cropped stuff secondhand?


r/malefashionadvice 8h ago

Question Dressy rain protection gear?

4 Upvotes

I wear a suit to work every weekday, and I was considering getting something more dressy than a rain coat (jacket + pants). Trench coats come to mind alongside an umbrella, but most trench coats are above knee level. How do we protect our pants in moderate rain / high winds? Do we just wear rain pants (like you would with a rain coat) alongside the trench?


r/malefashionadvice 30m ago

Discussion Statement Pieces for Summer! Streetwear/Avantgarde style

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Hi everyone! Just wanted to ask for advices regarding finding some Statement pieces for this summer! Something that talks by itself. Any color! For the Upper body I prefer something boxy, regarding legs I usually go with baggy, but Im open to try anything !

Any piece of advice would be super helpful! Thanks to anyone who will take their time to help me out! <3


r/malefashionadvice 40m ago

Question Question about boot cleaning

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I have two pairs of boots: the Thursday's boots Captain with " Rugged & Resilient Leather" and Grant Stone's Diesel boot with "Chromexcel from Horween". I have Cobbler's Choice Leather Cleaner and Leather Conditioner from Thursday Boot and Saphir Renovateur from Grant Stone. Is there any harm in using the cleaners on the boots from the other companies? For example, using the Cobbler's Choice on the Diesel or using the Saphir on the Captain? I was wondering because my limited understanding is that the leather on the Captain is different than the chromexel on the Diesel.


r/malefashionadvice 5h ago

Question Light color smart trousers that don't show sweat?

2 Upvotes

I do sweat a lot in summer especially on legs and back side of knees. I can not wear normal trousers as they always show sweat stains. I have to wear darker colors like navy or black

Are there any trousers that I can wear to office with shirt and maybe even jacket that wont show the sweat stains?

Thanks


r/malefashionadvice 7h ago

Question Help me find my style

2 Upvotes

Hello everyone, i hope everyone's day/night is going well. this is really awkard since this is my first post, but i have to do it since i have a lot of trouble finding the style i'd look good or feel confortable, i'm in my 20's and still haven't figured out how to dress normally, i always wear jeans and hoodies which look really bad. i'm a big guy (horizontally lol) as well so it's a lil hard for me to look good in clothes most people wear. i keep looking at pinterest to find some new styles but it's not helping much. i have no clue how to mix colors, pants, shirts, jackets, shoes and other clothes. if there's someone else who had this same problem and got over it, pleeeeaaase tell me how and what did you guys do. Thank you all and i hope you all have an amazing day/night. ❤️


r/malefashionadvice 3h ago

Discussion Looking for Sunglasses that are similiar to RB2213ch

0 Upvotes

As the title says I am looking for sunglasses similar to those mentioned in the title but cheaper. Anybody got any ideas.
https://imgur.com/a/vEuIa6F


r/malefashionadvice 7h ago

Question Looking for a good premium quality v-neck t shirt brand

2 Upvotes

I have a sensitive throat so I prefer v-necks over crew necks. I recently bought a bunch of Polo Ralph Lauren t shirts and was disappointed they all shrank a full size after one time in the dryer, despite being labeled dryer friendly.


r/malefashionadvice 4h ago

Question Looking for a style of shirt that hugs a thin stomach

1 Upvotes

I lost 50 pounds over the last year. My stomach and with are smaller than my stomach and waist. Is there a style of t shirt that will hug my stomach and waist instead of hanging like blanket off my chest?


r/malefashionadvice 4h ago

Question Thinking of getting my first loafers, how do these rank for my situation?

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I'm planning to go to an event in about a month that calls for business casual and wanted to try something new for shoes. I also want to plan a little ahead since I would want to wear these loafers in both casual and not too formal settings (with shorts, dark jeans, etc.) going forward.

I prefer penny loafers (over tassel, bit, etc.) but I can't decide if suede or calf leather fits my needs better. For the color I think I like more of a dark brown or espresso color. So would either style work given my color preference?

Options I'm considering (I'd like to go with the cheap options for my first loafer if possible):

Initially I'll wear them with a pair of blue cotton/linen blend pants from Banana Republic with a white button-down shirt.

Pants: https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=6655850023534#pdp-page-content

Currently I own 2 dressy shoes (I don't want the loafers to overlap in style/color):

  • - medium brown colored double monk strap shoes
  • - black oxfords

r/malefashionadvice 1d ago

Question Chelsea boots, what ones do you wear?

70 Upvotes

Looking to buy a pair. I want to use it for everyday casual use.

I was looking at RW Williams but boy are those expensive. What ones do you wear and price point? Bonus for including link.

I don't mind $300 for shoes but $700~ is a lot. Unless they really are worth it, I'll consider.


r/malefashionadvice 5h ago

Question JAK Royal NZ

1 Upvotes

I’ve been looking for a nice minimalistic all black leather sneaker and came across the Jak Royal NZ, however I can’t seem to find many reviews about them online. Does anyone have experience with their shoes?


r/malefashionadvice 5h ago

Discussion New Tecovas loafers, thoughts?

1 Upvotes

I like and have Tecovas boots, so I know the quality is there. Their loafers they've had out for a while I didn't care for, looked to much like outside slippers to me.

However, the new release has me interested : https://www.tecovas.com/products/the-bennett

What are we thinking?

I kind of like them.


r/malefashionadvice 9h ago

Question Outlet / Factory Stores for these brands?

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Hey guys! I need to buy some clothes and I have access to some outlet / factory stores. Specifically, here are the brands:

Timberland Gap Banana Republic Levis

Should I go to the outlet stores or is it worth going to the actual stores and spending the extra cash?

Thanks!


r/malefashionadvice 6h ago

Question Need specific dress shirt color

1 Upvotes

I need help finding a warm-toned garnet red dress shirt for my brother to wear to prom. I just don’t know where to go to find such a thing since all the red dress shirts at the department stores I’ve searched through are either fire engine red or a cool-toned burgundy. Prom is in three weeks and he wants to match with his girlfriend. Please help!


r/malefashionadvice 1d ago

Inspiration My favourite thrifted outfits from March

55 Upvotes

I recently started posting flat-lays of my outfits. Every piece is thrifted / second hand (except hats!!)

Hope you guys take some inspiration from these :) These were my most liked outfits on Insta last month.

https://imgur.com/a/hURS9ku


r/malefashionadvice 8h ago

Question Spier and Mackay OCBD Collar Length and Spread

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I've been looking to purchase some OCBD Shirts. With my current budget (I'm a student), I'm considering Spier and Mackay's OCBD shirts. But I had a question regarding the collar length and spread. 

Does anyone know if their collars have length and spread (see image A)? Or are they shorter and narrower (see image B)? Honestly, I prefer the style of shirt depicted in 'A'.

Image: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-T_f92D28An2bpAa0xbg3JJc53-2AMSf/view?usp=sharing


r/malefashionadvice 1d ago

Discussion When did men's dress shoes get so narrow, pointy, and curvy?

12 Upvotes

I have wedge shaped hobbit feet and usually need a wide. Just spent 2 hrs in a shoe store trying on 10 different pairs of dress shoes in various widths and sizes. Its like every company changed the last shape. Everything is S shaped super narrow and pointy in the toe. No one makes an V shaped rounded toe Oxford anymore. Either my heel is slopping, toes getting pinched or inside arch falling over the edge. This sucks


r/malefashionadvice 10h ago

Question Looking for 5/3" jersey shorts for summer, need good brands

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I've been looking for weeks at this point, both on vinted and online retailers and have found nothing. The closest thing I've found to what I'm looking for is unfortunately a pair of shorts sold on shein, which I'm not ordering from. Just for reference I live in the UK, and my spending limit would be around £30/$40, thanks :)