Brand Spotlight: Aimé Leon Dore - Topic of the day 8/26/25
Created in 2014, Aimé Leon Dore is a fashion and lifestyle brand based in New York City. From their mix of traditional menswear and streetwear to their lookbooks and marketing, ALD has made a lasting impact in recent years. What do you think of ALD? Is it still worth the hype or are they washed? Are their clothes worth the cost, especially with more competitors on the market (or vintage equivalents)? What are your favorite/least favorite (don't all answer that at...
Fall 2025 Inspiration - Topic of the day 8/25/25
Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday except dressing for the cooler weather of fall (or warmer weather in the southern hemisphere). What items are you looking forward to buy and wear? What style/aesthetic/vibes are you feeling? Post any and all thoughts/pics/vids/links here 👍 If you're stumped, check #inspiration and #waywt for ideas. 💡
Bouba or Kiki? - Topic of the day 8/23/25
Would you describe your personal style as "bouba" or "kiki", and why (see photo for reference, or search if unsure)? If you answered in a similar thread before, has your style changed since? ps still not changing the picture.
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They're Not the Same - Topic of the day 8/22/25
While we have no issue with owning duplicates, sometimes times call for owning two highly similar things? What almost duplicates do you own, and what is their difference? How does the difference affect how you wear it?
Buying New - Topic of the day 8/21/25
There was a prior topic of the day about buying secondhand but what about the opposite? Are there any things you should definitely buy new? If so, what? Why How do you balance that with a potentially higher cost/lower availability?
MFAD Recommends: Loafers - Topic of the day 8/20/25
Possibly the most popular shoe if you check #waywt or Instagram, do you have a favorite pair of loafers? Let us know about them - the brand, the cost, the material, the fit, how to buy (including location), any pics, and what makes them so great. Or, if you had an awful pair, roast them here and let us know why they're garbage. 🫡
"MFAD Recommends" is an ongoing series in #topic-of-the-day similar to the "Best [X] for $Y threads" on r/malefashionadvice.
Looking for more advice on what loafers to buy? Search in #questions-and-advice for loafers to see previous threads and make a new one if you haven't found an answer. 👍...
Brand Spotlight: Lemaire - Topic of the day 8/19/25
Between Lemaire's eponymous line and the long-running collaboration with Uniqlo, Lemaire has a lot of buzz about it, but what do you think of the brand? What are your favorite or least favorite pieces? Is it worth the cost? Have you noticed any changes (in design, QA, etc) since the brand has become more mainstream?
High Skill Level Clothes - Topic of the day 8/18/25
You'll see or hear "wear what you like" around the Discord, but what happens when what you like takes more skill than usual? What even is a "high skill level" item of clothing? What makes it so difficult to wear in your eye? (size, color, material, context, etc.). If you manage to do so, how do you put that shit on and style it beyond "girl just put it on"? (pic credit @keimirmina)
Underdiscussed Brands - Topic of the day 8/16/25
For every brand in #brands or mentioned in another #topic-of-the-day there's probably one we've missed - until now. Whatever burning opinions on brands you have that aren't in the limelight, let us know: Is there a secretly good (or secretly bad) brand out there? Is someone churning out inventive clothes without the benefit of a high marketing budget or people discussing it length on discord? Lord your thoughts over us here.
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Packing for a Trip - Topic of the day 8/15/25
Whether for a day or lifetime, packing for a trip is an unavoidable annoyance (some say) of life. How do you pack (for business or leisure)? What are your travel essentials (including bag), how much do you pack, and how does your personal style affect what you bring?
Pockets - Topic of the day 8/14/25
Not just a convenient (and delicious) food, pockets have been a part of clothing since people realized they wanted to carry stuff. But what do you think - do you enjoy pockets on shirts, pants, jackets, etc? What features in pockets do you like (e.g. zippers, lining)? How much do aesthetics matter in pockets? What are some of your favorite pockets (yes this means pics)?
MFAD Recommends: Sneakers - Topic of the day 8/13/25
Whether for exercise or daily living, do you have a favorite pair of sneakers? Let us know about them - the brand, the cost, how to buy, their function (running, crosstraining, lifestyle, etc.) any pics and what makes them so great. Or if you had an awful pair, let us know by roasting them here 🫡 Looking for more advice on what sneakers to buy? Search in #questions-and-advice for sneakers/trainers to see previous threads and make a new one if you haven't found an answer. 👍
Style Spotlight: Pedro Pascal - Topic of the day 8/12/25
Between The Mandalorian, The Last of Us, The Fantastic Four, and numerous references to being an "internet daddy" Pedro Pascal's rise to notoritety has been swift, bolstered by his personal style. What do you think about Pedro's style, and what can you take from how he dresses? **Note: please review the rules, particularly 1, 3 and 6 before posting 👍
Secondhand Shopping Online (eBay, Depop, Etc) - Topic of the day 8/11/25
For many reasons (cost, greater selection, lack of physical retail) secondhand shopping online has become a common (unavoidable?) experience in clothes shopping. What is your favorite secondhand site - ebay? Depop? Grailed? A super private Slack (drop the link)? How do you use it/them most effectively? What drawbacks are there to your site of choice? Is there anything that's worth not buying secondhand?
MFAD's Must-See TV - Topic of the day 8/9/25
Seen anything good on TV lately (whether fashion related or not)? What are you looking to watch soon? If you've finished watching something recently, what did you think of it? (see also https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1146895416722460742)
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Clothes for Commuting - Topic of the day 8/8/25
Whether going by bus, bike, foot, public transit or something else, your clothes are as affected by the daily commute as you are. How does your commute impact your clothes? Do you wear any specialized clothing for this purpose, and does it reflect your style? Are there any specific things to do to minimize your commute's impact on your clothes?
It's in the Details - Topic of the day 8/7/25
In a sea of clothes and brands, sometimes the details are what make the difference. What are your favorite details - either of a specific type of clothing (e.g. double zipper) or from a specific designer (e.g. Final Homme including seed packets in their parkas)? How much does that impact your choice to buy/not buy?
Abstract Inspiration - Topic of the day 8/6/25
In many cases #inspiration for fits comes from seeing others' fits (take #waywt for example). In some cases though, we can gain a lot from finding or actively seeking less direct inspiration. What kinds of things other than clothes inspire you? How do they inspire you, and how can you turn that into an actual fit?
Brand Spotlight: Armani - Topic of the day 8/5/25
Since 1975 Giorgio Armani (Emporio Armani, Armani Exchange, etc) has carved a niche in luxury fashion which has trickled down to the masses, be it in tailoring, cologne/perfume, or in the idea of the "Armani man/woman/person". What is your overall view on the brand? Any standout pieces/items/imagery? Given its impact, is Armani a "timeless" brand, or is it still subject to trends?
MFAD Recomends: Chinos - Topic of the day 8/4/25
We're obviously pants enthusiasts here but what say you: do you have a favorite pair of chinos? Let us know about them - the brand, the cost, how to buy, any pics and what makes it so great. Or if you had an awful pair, feel free to roast it here 🫡 Looking for more advice on what chinos to buy? Search in #questions-and-advice for chinos/trousers to see previous threads and make a new one if you haven't found an answer. 👍
