Awesome and Affordable

[Davidbaze]

For all of us on here that don't want to save up forever to buy a pair of Dior 19cm... etc...

What are some great pieces that you have found that look great and are still affordable? Feel free to post pics, sales, places to shop, or ideas for customizing clothing.

I definitely respect people that can get great looks/fits without spending $1000 on their outfit. Whats your 2 cents?

[herpsky]

"There's no such thing"

Thread closed.

My advice: Buy expensive cool looking shit while they are on sale.

that's my fashion advice of the day.

[apocalypse later]

After a few months of shopping at H&M, Gap, etc., I have realized that it's woth my while to take all that money I normally spend on 3-4 pieces on just one really nice piece that will last a long time. Don't get me wrong, I still love picking stuff up at H&M since they have some great cuts that fit well, I just know not to rely on it as a staple in my wardrobe.

Really, all you need are a few nice pairs of dry denim and some decent shoes and you can make almost any top look good. I'd concentrate on that and basic t-shirts before you start buying the expensive Band of Outsiders shirts or something.

Your best bet is to check the Supermarket each day and go on Styleforum and check that trading forum as well. Maybe look at Bluefly and Yoox daily too.

[Servo2000]

Basically, when you get started on SuFu style, unless you were set up well with some decently fitting clothing beforehand, it's kind of like starting from zero. So, here's a decent way to get started:

Your goal is to build up a decent wardrobe of basics and start getting used to what works for you / what doesn't fit wise. Start out with a reasonably priced pair of raw denim in a fit that isn't too extreme. I suggest APC NS which can often be had for under retail, and even at retail aren't terribly expensive. If you like your clothing generally a little tighter, you can size down some and still avoid the skin-tight look and have a nice fitting pair of raw denim. If you already know that you like the skin-tight look, I suggest APC NS or perhaps a pair of Skulls, which can still be bought for under $200 (I believe), or if you know that you like your jeans baggier just go for a pair of Japanese Repros. There are several reasonably priced options, check SuperDenim. This will be your most expensive purchase, so put the money where it counts and get the nicest pair you feel you can afford.

Make sure you do your research before this purchase, as this should be the staple of your wardrobe for the next six months or more. Consequently, you should have a fair amount to spend on important basics, since you can avoid spending on that entire element of your outfit.

Try on some different companies plain t-shirts until you find a fit you like (American Apparel, Alternative Apparel, Hanes, Uniqlo, H&M, whatever) and then buy a go-to set of perhaps 5-10 shirts in black and white, and then a few colors for good measure. Consider trying some different cuts in the neck just to be safe.

As far as shoes, some easy, non-gawdy and basic cheap items work well: Converse, Vans for basic sneakers, perhaps some boat shoes from Sperry or anything else that generally looks plain and simple. Check eBay and local thriftstores for some basic dress-shoes. Look for something with clean lines and a classic toe-box (no square-toes) in black or brown, Ferragamo and Allen Edmonds often shoe up on eBay for extremely cheap.

If you live in a warm climate, this is all you need. Shoes, t-shirts that fit and a nice pair of raw denim. If you have some money left over, buy some other SuFu basics from American Apparel: perhaps a cardigan, some sweaters, a thermal. Look for light clothing that can layer easily.

If you live in a cold climate, a fantastic piece that looks great with raw denim would be a pea-coat. These can often be found on eBay as well, for a slim fit try either sizing down one or spending $20-$40 and having them tailored.

So there's some decent suggestions. Probably nothing you haven't heard before, but if you can't make this work then don't start spending on stuff that's even more expensive just yet.

[misterpretender]

very well said servo...nobody could have said it better...

[bruised]

nice post servo

other staples to keep an eye out for:

m65 jacket

slouchy beanie

[apocalypse later]

Excellent post servo.

I just can't stress the importance of a good pair of dry denim. It truly sets you apart from every amjack out their wearing destroyed Abercrombie jeans.

[RAISED BY WOLVES]

Servo just lenged down the whole thread.

Showerman Styleeeeeeeee....

[pokpok]

uniqlo s-001 slim fit for 40 bux

[RAISED BY WOLVES]

Also...

Zara Black Waxed Canvas Skinnies are a great value (looks wise, though I question their durability) as an alternative to Black Colordrives, Waxed thinfins, or (less so) Diors.

They can be casual with sneakers, but work nicely with laceups and a buttondown as well

Thanks to Dino for the help-out.

Zara, Club Monaco, and the Gap (yeah, that's right) all have a few good pieces to integrate each season.

[fallen angels]

nice post servo

other staples to keep an eye out for:

m65 jacket

slouchy beanie

any recommendations for where to find a nice slouchy beanie?

[apocalypse later]

any recommendations for where to find a nice slouchy beanie?

Gas stations, thrift stores, Army Surplus, Wal-Mart. Seriously, it's not something you should pay more than $5 for.

[marnkick]

military surplus stores are the best imo. nice thick gauge beanies that can be slouched if need be. only 6 bucks too. on that note, check mil surplus stores for jackets etc. most have boxy cuts, but if you are handy with a sewing machine it can save you some cash.

check ebay as well.

[Frey]

"There's no such thing"

Thread closed.

My advice: Buy expensive cool looking shit while they are on sale.

that's my fashion advice of the day.

word * enough said. if i would say it, apc is great.

[cuddlysheep]

word. advice from my daddy "if you dont got money take your broke ass home"

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"There's no such thing"

Thread closed.

My advice: Buy expensive cool looking shit while they are on sale.

that's my fashion advice of the day.

[86'er]

I'm not the biggest fashion head, but I know a few things. I would think buying in boutiques is very important in setting your own style plus its more exclusive and doesnt have to cost much.

Shopping everywhere (even where common people shop) is a good idea as you can mix those items within your style and m,ake them look 10x better with your superior items.

Vintage stores, second hand stores, and places where you usually won't go like for myself i'm no indie rock dude but i've been to some of the stores they specialise in those clothes and they have good shit.

[MiniW]

to add to the great posts already.... for winter you'll want to look at thrift shops for coats.

get one great:

db peacoat

trench coat

and sb over coat

if you look often enough you will find items that will fit your body great (some may already have been tailored for even more of a plus). they may range $10-$30 depending which second hand store you goto, but in the beginning it is a much better deal than the $1000+ plus you may spend on a fashion designer's version (if you are not sure what you are looking for exactly) or $200-$400 for some Diesel, Abercrombie, or BR "it" coat of the season. After a while if you feel ready then go straight for the top of the line outerwear from a house such as Dior, Lanvin, or YSL, think of it as an investment. You should be able to afford a coat that you'll want to keep forever if you have wisely not been spending major cash on most "shopping mall" brands.

[DEPHT]

Basically what everyone above me said.

-Dry Denim: New Standard, Eternal 811, PBJ, Samurai

-Basics from H&M, Uniqlo or American Apparel (etc)

-Clean, basic sneakers: Vans half cabs, Nike Blazers, Stan Smiths, Puma Clydes

-W+H tiger fleece/shawl neck hoody

-Hare Peacoat

-M65's

-Safari Jacket: this shit goes with everything.

[herpsky]

w+h tiger fleece is very expensive. 165 for a hoodie...?

i own one but sometimes I think i'm fucking crazy

[theLorax]

Basically, when you get started on SuFu style, unless you were set up well with some decently fitting clothing beforehand, it's kind of like starting from zero. So, here's a decent way to get started:

Your goal is to build up a decent wardrobe of basics and start getting used to what works for you / what doesn't fit wise. Start out with a reasonably priced pair of raw denim in a fit that isn't too extreme. I suggest APC NS which can often be had for under retail, and even at retail aren't terribly expensive. If you like your clothing generally a little tighter, you can size down some and still avoid the skin-tight look and have a nice fitting pair of raw denim. If you already know that you like the skin-tight look, I suggest APC NS or perhaps a pair of Skulls, which can still be bought for under $200 (I believe), or if you know that you like your jeans baggier just go for a pair of Japanese Repros. There are several reasonably priced options, check SuperDenim. This will be your most expensive purchase, so put the money where it counts and get the nicest pair you feel you can afford.

Make sure you do your research before this purchase, as this should be the staple of your wardrobe for the next six months or more. Consequently, you should have a fair amount to spend on important basics, since you can avoid spending on that entire element of your outfit.

Try on some different companies plain t-shirts until you find a fit you like (American Apparel, Alternative Apparel, Hanes, Uniqlo, H&M, whatever) and then buy a go-to set of perhaps 5-10 shirts in black and white, and then a few colors for good measure. Consider trying some different cuts in the neck just to be safe.

As far as shoes, some easy, non-gawdy and basic cheap items work well: Converse, Vans for basic sneakers, perhaps some boat shoes from Sperry or anything else that generally looks plain and simple. Check eBay and local thriftstores for some basic dress-shoes. Look for something with clean lines and a classic toe-box (no square-toes) in black or brown, Ferragamo and Allen Edmonds often shoe up on eBay for extremely cheap.

If you live in a warm climate, this is all you need. Shoes, t-shirts that fit and a nice pair of raw denim. If you have some money left over, buy some other SuFu basics from American Apparel: perhaps a cardigan, some sweaters, a thermal. Look for light clothing that can layer easily.

If you live in a cold climate, a fantastic piece that looks great with raw denim would be a pea-coat. These can often be found on eBay as well, for a slim fit try either sizing down one or spending $20-$40 and having them tailored.

So there's some decent suggestions. Probably nothing you haven't heard before, but if you can't make this work then don't start spending on stuff that's even more expensive just yet.

"The guide to being assimilated into the superfuture clone"

wear whatever the fuck you want!

naw just kidding...

wear a uniqlo polo tshirt, dior 19cm jeans, and white van slip ons, if you dont we will all make fun of you.

[Charlie Delta]

Why is it that every other week some guy comes by and posts a "my style sucks help me with getting a cool style like you guys" thread and dissappears after that, and still everybody is more then happy to answer.

What happened to reading through the superdenim and superfashion before asking these kind of question?

just my 2cnts....

[domdomdomdom]

Why is it that every other week some guy comes by and posts a "my style sucks help me with getting a cool style like you guys" thread and dissappears after that, and still everybody is more then happy to answer.

What happened to reading through the superdenim and superfashion before asking these kind of question?

just my 2cnts....

I think more people DO read through supertalk than you'd think, it's just that you never notice them until later because they DON'T post these "my style sucks etc etc" threads. It's just these lazy people who stand out...

In any case, coming from someone still working on his own base: follow servo's advice yo!