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Image is Everything…or Not.
Though my style seems to change every few years, I’ve never been a man of fashion. I’ve tried to hold true to my commitment to not get caught up in fads and end up wearing clothes that to me really aren’t that comfy. I typically only shop when the need arises as opposed to shopping to stay up on the latest and greatest clothing or to come across to others as “trendy”. I personally think it’s a waste of energy for me to live my life trying to impress people around me while giving off the image of something or someone that I’m really not.
But Slim, image is everything!
No it’s not. Image is just that…an image. Just because you went through 30 pics to figure out which one to put up on Facebook or Myspace doesn’t mean you’re appetizing to the visual pallet or flying off the sexy scale. You just found the best image you had and selected that one to broadcast to the world. What’s the point if you know that’s not typically what you look like? God forbid you meet someone offline and they’re disappointed or feel dooped because the person they met isn’t the photo-shopped face they were preparing for. It’s not the real you. It’s just you at your best…in an image.
I wear suits and dress clothes because I have to. Whether it’s going to the office, a formal social event, or going to an upscale night at the club, I wear dressy collared shirts and slacks because I really don’t have a choice. If it were up to me, I’d be in jeans and a waffle/thermal shirt, hoodie, or nice sweater everyday…at least for the winter and part of spring. In the warmer part of spring, I’d be in some jeans and a comfy long sleave and/or rather plain shirt. If it’s cold enough, I might still be in a hoody. In the summer and part of the fall, it’s jeans or clean shorts and a polo. As for shoes, it’s either gonna be timbs or some plain white Air Forces. If I see some air forces or other shoes that don’t over do it and have a couple colors, I could rock with those as well. I love simplicity. Nothing spectacular. Some would call it conservative. I call it comfortable.
sigh...you ruined my image!
What one wears can say a lot about the person. I won’t deny that. I interview people looking for work every week. I have to base whether I can present them to a company based on their appearance and personality. In a way, it’s like they’re trying to beat a lie detector test. They can look and walk the part, but can’t talk the talk when it comes down to the comedown. The sharp suit superstar can very easily start a job and be fired within a week because it turns out he really knew nothing at all and crashed all the company’s systems. This applies to posers in other walks of life as well.
Sometimes I’m out and I see a dude dressed up all proper handling admissions to an upscale event. He’s that rather corny dude who overestimates his self worth and gets a nut by saying who can and can’t get in. Or, I’ll be at a function and see some dude dressed extra “smooth” and I’ll be wondering what he does with his life when he’s not walking around part time confident. I’ll see women squeezing into clothing that clearly only would’ve fit 4 years ago, or showing assets that are really just liabilities. Check ya balance sheet. Please.
I’ve always been neat and clean. And when I get dressed up, I do it well without really doing anything unique. I somewhat pride myself on being a regular dude that just blends into the mix. I’m the quiet diamond in the rough. I’m easily and often overlooked because I don’t broadcast an image that would stand out unless you actually had a conversation with me. I’m not excessively pretty in the face and I can live with that. I’m one of those dudes that isn’t included in the “There aren’t really any good men out there” because women are too busy chasing a dream.
I’m curious though. There are a lot of people that visit this site. What are your thoughts on image? I also wanna know what’s everybody’s style and what they like about it. I’m also curious about what both sexes look at in terms of style/appearance/fashion when viewing others (male or female). I’m giving everybody an opportunity to talk about how they go about criticizing others. But please, let’s not talk about Beyonce’s dress or Alicia’s barbie doll make up. I’ll burp in your face if you do.
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Burp in your face??? U are sick! lol.
My style can mostly be described as stylishly sophisticated. I take a STUPENDOUS amount of pride in my appearance, and although not always comfortable, I dress up. A LOT. I stay in black or gray most of the time, and every once in a while may throw in a pop of color with shoes or a scarf, or purse or some’n.
What I like about my style is you can’t really catch me “off.” If I’m having a bad day, I don’t go anywhere.
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Back on the Scene, its PEYSO Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 11:41 am
I like that you said stupendous….
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Nicki Sunshine Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
Thank u ver’ much.
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Back on the Scene, its PEYSO Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
u are very much welcome e-boo
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I got a raggamuffin stylee!!!
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As a student of communications, the importance of image was branded into my psyche for four years. Is image everything? Maybe not. However, perception is reality and unless you’re completely impervious to the opinions of others, you want that perception to be as close to your reality as possible.
I’m a lot like you, Slim. I don’t really get into trends. I have a young face so I try to counter that with a more classic, timeless wardrobe. I do like to play with my accessories though, so I’ll throw on a leopard print shoe with a blazer and jeans just to add a little flair.
I try not to judge people based on their wardrobe choices, but I do assess how people feel about themselves based on what they wear. If you’re TOO trendy I’m going to assume that you’re TRYING to stand out and trying is always corny to me. If you don’t stand out naturally, then just chalk it up and blend in.
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Luvvie Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
“I’ll throw on a leopard print shoe with a blazer and jeans just to add a little flair. ”
Gurl get out my closet. lol
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I pride myself on being able to look good in any style and I make sure to exhibit that. I wear tims and jeans and suits and some time i look extra preppy with sweaters and corduroys and sometimes loafers w/ no sock if its summer (i really have the socks you cant see).
As for a woman, I want a woman who dresses in what makes her look good, not necessarily name brand (but a lot of times it easier to look good in name brand) and she has to be flyer than me. Her shoe game has to be something serious too. Chicks w/ serious shoe games are usually cooler.
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Seattle Washington Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Fam, I thought it was just me. There’s nothing like seeing a girl with a mean shoe game. Just takes her levels above the next chick.
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Luvvie Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
“Chicks w/ serious shoe games are usually cooler.”
YES. Yes, we are. lol
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First off- Where did u get that pic? I was sniggling like a damn fool at my desk.
2nd-I work in the fashion industry, while most of us in the office don’t come to work looking like we belong on the runway, we make an effort to look presentable so that we can be taken seriously by vendors, etc.. I love clothes, shoes, bags etc. but to be honest my wallet holds me back from getting the latest and greatest. I usually shop at outlets and if I do splurge its because the piece is original, functional and enhances my appearance. As for my personal style I am not very trendy, I look for originality in clothes, whether that classifies as trendy- I really don’t care.
I have a bit of an advantage because I am knowledgeable on fabrics and so forth. For example some of you may be surprised to know that many brand name clothing/footwear and generic product is often made within the same factory, with similar materials- you basically pay for the name in most cases. I have also become a cheapskate and I try to get free samples from vendors as much as possible. Image is not everything but we have been conditioned to believe it is. I mean how many of us can honestly say we don’t do that 5-minute read on ppl we first meet.
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Nicki Sunshine Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 10:41 am
I am so jealous of the free samples (*ponders career change*)
Joking.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 10:47 am
Believe me girl it’s not that glamorous..it’s basically what you see is what you get…it’s not like I can order out of a catalogue…so @ times I get fustrated and just go out and buy what I want.
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Nicki Sunshine Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 10:49 am
Aw ok. It’s fascinating though, so if u never told me, I’d think u were like Lauren Conrad.
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 10:43 am
That pic is of a girl who was standing next happened to be next to me in a picture that someone took of me. She really did ruin it.lol.
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Nicki Sunshine Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 10:49 am
Ew. That’s just tragic… She should’ve went a size up in those jeans.
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Did someone say SAMPLES!?!?!??!
*heart thumps vigorously in chest*
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RightCoastLexSteele, Jah Youth Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
B&TT,
Uh…yea….
38×34, 17.5, 44R.
You’re a fashionista, you know what all that means. BTW, I have no problem wearing pink.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
17.5 as in? I hope we are not talking about waistline!!I’m a fashionista?!!?? lol..if only you could see me in my first grader boots and snow ninja attire on the way to work in this igloo city..smh
man with confidence is able to wear pink- good for u Lex
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Back on the Scene, its PEYSO Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
in seam?
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
17.5 is a neck size on men dress shirts.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
See!!…fashionista, not so much!!?? lol
and btw I deal with men’s shoes…vury boring
hence all the time I spend on 3ways
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:06 pm
Men’s shoes aren’t boring… ahhhhh the smell of Italian leather
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RightCoastLexSteele, Jah Youth Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Shoes? 12.
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:34 pm
I wear a 14. That makes me worthy of the title Loooooorrd Pumpington.
And if not that, at least I wear big socks.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:14 pm
Penny loafers Lex? I’ll make it happen…
U can rock those @caribanna..step pon ‘dem!!!!!!!!
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
Size 14 eh??????
we have a special section in our stores for your type lol
You want penny loafers too Slim?
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:48 pm
penny loafers? idk. i’m just sick of having to resort to eastybay and other online catalogues to fulfill my footing needs.
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Shelia Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
“For example some of you may be surprised to know that many brand name clothing/footwear and generic product is often made within the same factory, with similar materials- you basically pay for the name in most cases.”
A friend told me that years ago so I’m not really caught up in the whole designer thing. If I find something I like that looks good on my voluptuous body, I get it.
I only care about the designer or name when it comes to my perfume. I only wear one of two fragrances and that’s Calvin Klein Escape and Issey Miyake…otherwise, for other stuff, it’s whatever looks good.
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ChokLitFactory Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:16 pm
I also learned about this interesting tidbit about the Real world of fashion. A dude I know is a bootlegger and gets all his shyt from China. Many of these high-end designers pay these Chinese manufacturers to sew on tags that read, ‘made in Italy’. How do you really think these Asian manufacturers have the EXACT replica of that new Louie bag you saw in Holts last week, come on! Lol
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Shelia Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
lol…a $500 dollar purse is $25 on the corner…know there’s some duplication going on. What gets me, folks will say it has the serial #…I double dare someone who bought it bootleg to register it with the actual company…lol
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temps Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
Yezzir! its the box of ceral theory-corn and rice is dumb cheap but Corn Flakes and Rice Crispies is damn near $20 for both!!!
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* dead @
“I’ll see women squeezing into clothing that clearly only would’ve fit 4 years ago, or showing assets that are really just liabilities. Check ya balance sheet. Please.” LOL!
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I LOVE FASHION!!!
Image is not everything, but I put time and effort into my wardrobe. My mother modeled for a time and was definitely a fashionista. Shopping was our way of bonding. It may seem superficial to some but I think it’s no worse a hobby than art collecting. I think the problem with image sometimes is people get caught up in the hype. No designer is flawless (except for Valentino) and there are tons of things out there that are over priced and should never leave the rack. Also having a personal style and being trendy are two different things.
I use clothes to express my personality and I think I have my own personal aesthetic that extends from my wardrobe, to my furniture to everything else in my life. I don’t think you have to spend a ton of money to be fashionable. I pride myself on dressing like a dime for pennies. I may own over 30 clutches (I admit I’m obsessed) I have never paid over $40 for one. I have embossed patent leather, python, butter leathers, hand beaded, alligator, ostrich, the works, but I buy my bags at thrift stores and vintage shops. I buy things dirt cheap at my local goodwill, sell them in NYC at a high end vintage store and then use that money to buy pricier items that I’d like to add to my collection.
As far as the opposite sex I look for a man that has a point of view. Any man who tells you they don’t care about fashion is lying. Take them to a store and have them start putting some things on and trust, opinions start flying out their mouths.
One thing I wish every man would take the time to learn is the basics, meaning: how your clothes should fit, how to properly care for your clothes and how to select quality items that will last.
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
I’m prolly the worst person in the world to bring along for shopping. I can say what looks decent and what looks awful. That’s about it. And regardless of what she’s showing/modeling for me, I’m prolly gonna say it looks better on the floor next to my bed. *shrugs* What? I’m just a man. Take that off and come here! (in the Scorpion voice minus the harpoon through the chest.)
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Yea about that…I don’t understand the facination with high-end lin-ger-ee…are there dudes on here that actually pay attention that ish?
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:20 pm
Nice bra and panties/boyshorts and I’m good. Just don’t be rockin no Powderpuff Girls or Lambchops Undies. That will cause instance softness.
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Sam Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:23 pm
Hell yea I do. When my girl ain’t naked cuz we doin’ the do, I require that she walks around the crib in something sexy while cooking, chillin, etc. Sorry, I’m just a man.
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Sam Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
OMG I love some boy shorts on a chick. Good bless the person who invited ‘em
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
Since Victoria decided to keep some of her secrets and not make a bra in my size (yes, I’m blessed), I have no choice but to purchase high end lingerie to a certain degree. Personally I like dressing up to take it off. Some men like it, some don’t pay any attention, but for me it’s not about them, it’s about how I feel in the clothes. That being said, I refuse to pay full price for ANYTHING. My besty went to a La Perla sample sale and said the prices were better than the Vikki’s semi-annual.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
OKAYYYY @Ife1love…now I mean I have heard some things about La Perla…but I’ve never had the pleasure of introducing my goods to La Perla…mainly becuz of $$$ but sample sale??!!!
…ummm u need to let me know when the next one is …Vickie is slacking on the designs a bit…lolllll
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
@ B&TT will do. They had one Dec., and one last July (bras for $20!?!?! I heard it was insane). Have you ever checked out TopButton.com? You can sign-up for sample sale alerts
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Seattle Washington Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:14 pm
It’s the little things B&TT. Some lace instead of the regular mesh. Maybe a ribbon or 2 that allows everything to drop with ease.
I’ll definitely compliment on a young lady’s under attire if it deserves it. May even stop what I’m doing to take one extra look at the wrapping before I tear apart my present.
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 12:30 pm
I meant shopping for him. I would never subject a man to a shop with me for me… it’s just cruel. I have very specific friends that I shop with that I know can be focused about our objectives, give real opinions and won’t be ready to bounce if they’re not having a good shopping day.
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I think image/appearance is very important. We all make judgments on people based on what we see. When I see a chick walking down the street, the first thing I notice about her is her appearance cuz that’s all I have to work with.
I try not to be too too trendy when I dress. I just wear what I like or what I think looks good on me. But I can’t stand seeing dudes runnin’ around in these skinny jeans. Look like they borrowed they lil sisters jeans.
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I’m at home! Whoo! I’m kinda sick. Boo!
@Slim: “I’m not excessively pretty in the face and I can live with that.”
It’s probably because you got that black bar over your eyes.
(Facebook)
As far as my style, I LIVE in jeans. I probably have too many of them. I take advantage of each and every casual day we have at work because I love them so much.
Even with work clothes I try to look as fly as I can while staying as comfy as I can. One of my coworkers always complements me on the color of my shirts. I’m really into jewel tones nowadays.
Also, even more than shoes, handbags are my addiction. I think a fly handbag wraps up the outfit, nicely. In fact, I’m surprised I’ve had my most current one as long as I had…I’m tired of it.
As far as guys, a Black man in a corporate suit is my weakness. But, at the same time, if he can look just as delicious in a white tee and sweats, I
turn into a geysermelt.Oh, and any guy’s sex appeal is increased with a fly hat/cap. It’s the LL effect. He looks ten times better in a hat than without.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
Handbags make me salivate!lol Get better Cheekie!!
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I ask myself the really important questions about clothes in the morning:
-is it clean?
-how long has it been on the floor?
-can I get that spot out?
-am I showing muffin top?
-can I fight a fool in this outfit?
Seriously though, I don’t really like to think about what I have on too much. I’m a fan of heavy markdowns and discount clothing that will hold up past 2 wash cycles. I like my clothes to kind of “disappear” from my mind. Comfortable, stretchy waistband, warm and non-itchy are great. So mostly I’m in turtlenecks (or t-shirts), slacks (or jeans) and wrap dresses (am I the only one feeling the connection between wrap dresses and bathrobes?)
P.S. – that pic is horrible! I heard a song on the radio this morning by Lil’ Wayne talkin’ bout his pants are held up by his puby hairs cuz he has no azz….lawd, lawd!
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
ewwwww…@ lil crackily crispity wayne!!!!
Yea I love wrap anything…sweaters and dresses timeless classic..ooo even sarongs- to the beach tho
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As far as image. I think I’m also pretty simple. I’m pretty much a simple guy. I like sneakers and jeans. I like polos and sweaters. I’ve never been a label whore, I just like what I think looks good on ME.
I can clean up when I want to and when the occasion calls for it. I don’t understand how some grown men don’t own a suit. It just boggles my mind.
As far as women, I like women who are versatile. They can look good in just about anything and have the confidence when they wear what they have on. Classy but sexy gets it everytime.
The one thing I really can’t stand is to to go a bar, club, etc. and it be cold outside and I see women in short skirts or anything that looks like they might catch pneumonia. I’m way more likely to approach a woman who dresses for the season rather that someone who dresses
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RightCoastLexSteele, Jah Youth Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
I am such a label whore. Only at Marshall’s and Burlington though…
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Tunde Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
lol. thats not a label whore. thats knowing where to shop. i’m a fan of those two stores myself. Also TJ Maxx is a winner.
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
The one thing I really can’t stand is to to go a bar, club, etc. and it be cold outside and I see women in short skirts or anything that looks like they might catch pneumonia.
That’s not bad fashion, that’s just poor planning. Call me bougie but fur coats and valet parking make short skirts and open toes appropriate in any season
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RightCoastLexSteele, Jah Youth Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
BOUGIE!
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Tunde Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
So you would wear open toed shoes to the club and its 20 degrees outside? I would look at you kind of funny if I saw that. lol
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Not on just any night out at the club. Usually it’s because it’s a special night that’s a bit dressier like a birthday party or NYE. Example, the Inaugural Ball I went to… I wore peep toe stilettos so I had a few toes out, but we valeted the car and I had on a floor length fur. People looked, and nodded approvingly
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ChokLitFactory Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
Yah, u a little Bougie, but I totally feel you. Me and my girls would turn it out back in the day in -25 (Celsius!) Canadian cold, like it was nothing! I do believe in Fashion over comfort sometimes…
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
I believe in line by-pass &/or VIP…if those conditions can not be met..B&TT stays inside when she’s in igloo land.
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ife1love Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 6:11 pm
Co-Sign B&TT…
When me and my girls go out, our stilettos don’t touch the floor because we stand on couches. That’s how we party (in the club).
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I have a very classic style. I like what I like. If I find a good quality piece that flatters my figure, I’m buying it.
As far as the opposite sex, I just love a clean cut man. Fresh haircut, nice watch, clean shoes. I’m all over it.
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I like for a person to be themselves when it comes to their style. If you feel good in what you’re wearing, it’ll come across.
As far as my style, I dress like me. If I’m going to a function/church/office/event – I dress up in one of my favorite dresses and throw on some comfortable heels (and the key is comfortable). I like to accessorize. I know when I have on a bad (bad meaning good) pair of shoes to accent my outfit and I admit I add a little more strut in my walk. Find reasons to walk when I could be sitting my butt down…but it goes back to wearing something that I’m comfortable with. On the flipside, if I do wear something to try to impress someone else and I’m not comfortable in it, I do not enjoy the event and I’m feeling ackward.
If it’s a regular day during the week where I don’t have to go anywhere, I put on a pair of jeans and a colorful shirt or blouse and tennis shoes or flats.
I like to see a man well groomed man—whether he’s rocking a suit or some jeans. What I don’t like to see is a man with his pants half-way off his butt.
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Tunde Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
“If you feel good in what you’re wearing, it’ll come across.”
I think that this is true. As long as you feel you look good in it (most times) your confidence will radiate.
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Image is everything. Its the first thing people see. Ever heard of the mantra “dress for success”. So, you wouldn’t throw a pair of “pearl white” air force ones or “leaned over timbs” to holla at a female.
Yes, I do agree that folks like to put what they consider their best pics up. But if they want to keep up with the jones’ they wouldn’t dare wear that outfit twice. Especially if its all about image on facebook. females dont post pics with hella new growth, and guys dont rock f’d up hairlines and shags in the back in their photos either.
EVERYONE CARES ABOUT IMAGE… even if they dont want to seem shallow.
~U.S thoughts
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
and what’s your style?
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i’m a fashion/style/makeup junkie… but i don’t do trendy, rather just follow trends… trends don’t work for everyone and i’d rather not look like boo boo the fool just cuz that style is in.
in the opposite sex i do look for someone who’s style matches mine. i’m a style chameleon and it’s adaptable to all situations tho mostly comfortable. his style needs to match. i have a sick shoe collection so it’s kinda necessary for him to have one too. if he does patterns then it needs to be done tastefully and in a non-clashy sort of way… i could probably go on for days about this but either way, it matters to me…
why? because i think that the investment that people make in their physical is reflective of the investment that people make in themselves as a whole. i don’t want someone who is lackluster and thinks of themselves as unworthy of the best… esp from themselves…
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I keep up with what’s hot particularly because my mom worked in fashion when I was a kid so I had to come correct. She’d let me know quickly if I wasn’t. Plus I’m from NYC, the land of the freshness. So I just maintain that ethic now.
However, as much as I keep my gear fresh and up to date, I believe in comfort more. On any given day, it’s kicks, shirt or hoodie and some jeans. Seeing that I’m about comfort and style, I can’t rock with these new tight jeans trend. Why the hell is it cool to rock women’s jeans as a dude?
My package needs room to roam.
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Black & Trapped in Toronto Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
Yes, we need to start a petition to ban that ish!!!
Skinny jeans may start to increase infertility rates- the boyz need to breathe!!!
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Reign Reply:
February 25th, 2009 at 5:26 pm
I’ll sign the petition!!
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I wear Ralph Lauren/Polo and Guess jeans.
Tis all.
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This image/fashion discussion has really been going on the past couple of days….
I believe in having an image but it isn’t everything. I like my man to have some interest in fashion… love the polos with khaki shorts and adidas, sweaters over button downs, layers with a blazer and loafers. So nice.
My style is more casual chic. I’m not that revealing but I keep it sexy. And I also try my best to match, lol. I can get eclectic at times. I always look different, you can spot me. Love flats but I can rock some heels with my bad knees and clumsy self. I don’t wear much makeup. Powder for the shine, eyelash curler and lip gloss. I’m allergic to most earrings; I wear a staple necklace and a watch my honey gave me on his birthday
. Don’t deter too far from that unless I’m going out then I match up the accessories. Not into big name designers but I love BR, ATLoft, Aldo, RL. Try to go to the outlets as much as possible. My new thing is fragrance, but I don’t have a nose for scents. Bought two today to see if my friend can tell me which one is best. May just keep them both. IDK. I’m
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It’s hard describing my style b/c it changes depending on the day. I love all things argyle, houndstooth, and pinstripe (not on one outfit, of course). I could rock a blazer, some dark denim jeans, and a newsboy cocked slightly to the right one day (with heels), and the next day, I could be in a pencil skirt, knee boots, and a silk shirt. I’m petite so I like certain silhouettes. My clothes are fitted (not too tight, but will show my shape).
My hat game is proper (newsboys, preferably. Sometimes berets). I’m addicted to shoes (80+ pairs) and no piece I own (apart from my Northface jacket) is over $200. Shoot, I still got good credit to monitor and a respectable savings account.
Fave stores: TJ Maxx, H&M, Marshalls, The Limited, Bebe and small online stores
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Slim Jackson Reply:
February 26th, 2009 at 1:06 am
80+ pairs of shoes? really tho?
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I typically dress however I feel…whether it’s artistically induced or inspired,heels or no, how I’d like to dress in a professional atmosphere, laid back…all depending on my own artistic motivation…I follow no trends…DRESS HOWEVER THE H@LL YOU WANNA!!!
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