Lies r/malefashionadvice Told Me - Topic of the day 10/15/24
Okay so maybe not "lies" but what are ideas that you read/adopted from r/mfa or other places in the past that you've since changed your view on? What motivated this change? Do you feel this shift is permanent or circumstancial in some way? What purpose (if any) is there to potentially outdated advice?||
Brand Spotlight: Diesel - Topic of the day 10/14/24
Diesel is an Italian retail clothing company founded in 1978, known for its denim offerings, surreal and sometimes provocative advertising, and its overall framing as an "alternative" to traditional brands. Share your thoughts on the brand (not the fuel) here - their clothes/accessories, their ads, and their overall impact.
Almost, But Not Quite - Topic of the day 10/13/24
Sometimes we brick and it's obvious; other times we have fits that are almost good but then sometimes causes it to fall just short of our expectations. What are some examples of fits that were almost bangers but not quite? What stopped it from meeting the mark? What did you do in response?
Paisley - Topic of the day 10/12/24
Big or small, paisley has a wide range of uses in clothes. How do you feel about paisley? If you own it, how do you wear it? What do you look for in a piece?
What are you most excited to wear this season? - Topic of the day 10/11/24
Inspired by this thread https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1286397881007472781, what are you most excited to wear now that it's cooled down/heated up/officially become October? Is this a new purchase or an old favorite? What has you so hyped about it?
Styling Clothes - Topic of the day 10/10/24
Tucked or untucked? Buttoned or unbuttoned? Cuffed or not? What are some of your preferred methods of styling clothes/accessories? How much of an impact is solely from styling vs item choice/pairing?
Clothing References in Pop Culture - Topic of the day 10/9/24
From wearing pink on Wednesdays to Thom Browne chef coats, what are your favorite clothing references in pop tv/film/books/music/chosen media? Have they informed your style in any way?
Brand Spotlight: COS - Topic of the day 10/8/24
from cos.com *" COS (Collection of Style) offers a wardrobe of ready-to-wear and accessories for a life well dressed. Rooted in luxury design and compelling fashion movements, the collection pays meticulous attention to sustainable
Uniforms, but Literally - Topic of the day 10/7/24
Who has the best unifirm, and why is it DHL? In all seriousness, what are some companies who make good looking uniforms? Do you own/wear uniforms outside of the workplace? If so, how do you handle the potential confusion of being employed by said company? How long before someone mentions the US military?
The Unicorn - Topic of the day 10/6/24
Despite the leaps and bounds we've made as humans there are still some articles of clothing/accessories that do not exist. What is your "unicorn" - a particular item that does not exist? An item made of a certain material or color? An item with unique or different functionality? (note MFAD is not responsible if your good idea is stolen)
Paris Fashion Week: Spring/Summer 2025 - Topic of the day 10/5/24
What designers had your favorite shows or favorite looks? What motifs or trends do you see coming from these shows? How have certain brands adapted following changes in CD (Dries, Tom Ford, McQueen, etc.)? Is there anything you're inspired to adapt in your own fits?
Top of WAYWT: September 2024 - Topic of the day 10/3/24
I swear Meatwater defrosts for Autumn the way Mariah Carey defrosts for Christmas. Discuss your favorite fits of September whether they made top or not. https://discord.com/channels/1116793467654381685/1291113998632091729
You must be at least This Tall to Ride- - Topic of the day 10/2/24
Before any short kings, queens and GNC monarchs say anything this isn't a height-related TOTD. Is there anything in clothing or fashion that you feel is out of your reach, be it due to lack of access or knowledge or some other factor (again, try to avoid physical traits here)? If
Color Series: Green - Topic of the day 10/1/24
From mint to forest, from the olive of military to the lime of Charli XCX, and all throughout nature, greens fill our lives and our closets. How do you feel about green in all its shades? What are some of your favorite pieces and fits featuring green? And is my green your green, or have you not taken that test yet?
Brands to Avoid - Topic of the day 9/30/24
What's a brand that you feel should be avoided? This is not meant to be a 'shit on this brand' thread. I just want us to all talk about what brands to avoid and why to avoid them so that when new people come in like "hey should I buy this suit from Flag & Anthem" or whatever we at least have some sort of reference as to why they should not. Don't say Uniqlo or istg....
Brand Spotlight: Red Wing Shoes - Topic of the day 9/29/24
Since 1905, Red Wing Shoes has crafted shoes to take on the harshest working environments, but they came into increased prominence in the 2010s as r/malefashionadvice, r/goodyearwelt and other communities/individuals began singing its praises as a "versatile" "quality" shoe option. Are they still worth the hype? Do you still have (or want) a pair of Iron Rangers? Talk all about this notable brand here.
What Do You Splurge On? - Topic of the day 9/28/24
Fiscal responsibility is usually the right move but sometimes you feel the itch to drop some stacks, you know? What kinds of items do you splurge on: basics? statement pieces? custom options? Are there certain types of items (shirts, pants, shoes, etc.) for which you prefer to splurge?
Artist Merch - Topic of the day 9/27/24
From brat bags to vintage KISS shirts, artist merch has had a place in fashion. Where does artist merch fit into your wardrobe? Do you need to like the artist to wear their merch, or is it enough to like it because of its design? Have you discovered a new artist because of their merch? What are some of the best examples of artist merch that you've seen?
More Than a Pair of Shoes, Pants, Etc. - Topic of the day 9/26/24
Levi's makes jeans, Nike makes sneakers, Uniqlo makes plain t-shirts: we know all this. What are some lesser known offerings from standard brands (e.x. Levi's boots)? To what degree do these compare to their better-known counterparts?
Experiment Gone Right? - Topic of the day 9/25/24
Was there a time you experiemented with a peice or outfit and it just clicked? Where it defined a definite shift in your fashion trajectory or opened you up to something new?
