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Post by gaseousclay on Feb 26, 2016 9:16:23 GMT -6
Go to the AAAC forum and check out the many anti-denim douchey remarks being made. On the surface I think I understand their disdain but at the same time I think they're just being willfully ignorant about denim culture and the craftsmanship that goes into production. These are the same guys that would sneer at the idea of anyone paying $300 for a quality made IH flannel but then turn around and buy AE seconds because of 'value.' Hehe, like me? A $160 shirt for $300 or a $300 pair of shoes for $160? That is a funny situation. I used to be the guy that scoffed at the idea of paying $200 for jeans, but not anymore. People will pay whatever because of the quality they perceive from that item. We all make snap judgements regardless of the situation. I still dislike the idea of a t-shirt, shorts and flip flops in a nice restaurant, but who the hell am I? I wear jeans, tennis shoes/boots and button up shirts 99% of the time. But I also try to present myself in appropriate settings. |
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 9:18:25 GMT -6
Allen Edmonds is super high priced now. Few years back a brand new pair of strands cost me $209 on sale. Now that was higher than second prices last time I checked. I don't really go on AAAC but what do you wear doing yard work? Or like shoveling snow? Gotta wear something in-between reading those fem lit papers. You stay inside and smoke a Cohiba in your Dunhill robe and Yale slippers. Oops, or these:  |
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 9:20:37 GMT -6
Hehe, like me? A $160 shirt for $300 or a $300 pair of shoes for $160? That is a funny situation. I used to be the guy that scoffed at the idea of paying $200 for jeans, but not anymore. People will pay whatever because of the quality they perceive from that item. We all make snap judgements regardless of the situation. I still dislike the idea of a t-shirt, shorts and flip flops in a nice restaurant, but who the hell am I? I wear jeans, tennis shoes/boots and button up shirts 99% of the time. But I also try to present myself in appropriate settings. You just picked my pet peeve as an example. I agree that price is irrelevant if you enjoy the item. I have bicycles that cost more than a new Ducati, that raises eyebrows. |
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 26, 2016 10:03:43 GMT -6
I used to be the guy that scoffed at the idea of paying $200 for jeans, but not anymore. People will pay whatever because of the quality they perceive from that item. We all make snap judgements regardless of the situation. I still dislike the idea of a t-shirt, shorts and flip flops in a nice restaurant, but who the hell am I? I wear jeans, tennis shoes/boots and button up shirts 99% of the time. But I also try to present myself in appropriate settings. You just picked my pet peeve as an example. I agree that price is irrelevant if you enjoy the item. I have bicycles that cost more than a new Ducati, that raises eyebrows. That must be a bad ass huffy. |
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Post by drewcandraw on Feb 26, 2016 10:06:54 GMT -6
My great example contribution was from my hipster days in college ala 2006-2007. The fixed gear craze was on and i wore 501 jeans and rolled them up lol. Was wearing a white tee cause Davis in the summer is like hot for people in CA. A friend of mine says Drew nice American Apparel tee (popular for the time/hipster appeal), I was like thanks its from target, the multi-pack Hanes lol.
I think my appearance has to do a lot more with my the nature of my hair/beard combo. Super long hair/scruffy beard meant no one would card me and most people thought I'm a bum. Tight and high and trimmed beard- oh andrew you clean up so well. I put on a suit and it's like i'm motherf!@kin' james bond to all my colleagues and friends.
It's all perception and what people think. I can wear target crap and people still think its expensive stuff cause like above they can't tell the difference in brands ($250 vs $25).
PS. I think I have always been able to pull of the asian lumberjack look.
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Post by ickes on Feb 26, 2016 10:17:55 GMT -6
There are also a lot of people that look homeless that actually are. I've met a millionaire that lived on a double wide trailer. He was a mental case tho. Like batshit crazy. My brother told me you can't take it with you so might as well do what you like or buy what you want as long as it doesn't put you in a hole or cause stress. This is true to an extent however if/when you have kids I think it changes your mindset a little bit. You have other people to think about who will be around long after you are gone and it is nice to be able to pass down assets/wealth to future generations in your family. |
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Post by DigDug on Feb 26, 2016 10:23:36 GMT -6
So if I sport a hard part pomp (which I have for 25 years, before Brad Pitt) and wear Chucks, single cuff Raw's, Polished work boots, throat latched ....... Does that make me a douch hipster?
I've tested different looks and gotten different reactions/treatment.
For example, I like the way it looks and feels to button my work shirts top button (no draft, layers nicer with a top shirt, finished look)
It seems that look evokes a perception of arrogance or respect.
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 10:24:27 GMT -6
There are also a lot of people that look homeless that actually are. I've met a millionaire that lived on a double wide trailer. He was a mental case tho. Like batshit crazy. My brother told me you can't take it with you so might as well do what you like or buy what you want as long as it doesn't put you in a hole or cause stress. This is true to an extent however if/when you have kids I think it changes your mindset a little bit. You have other people to think about who will be around long after you are gone and it is nice to be able to pass down assets/wealth to future generations in your family. Bah, inherited wealth just makes for pompous asses with no appreciation for things. My dad's always said he's leaving anything leftover to the ASPCA. I don't mind the idea of leaving my kid something, but if it becomes gaudy for some reason, I'll just donate the bulk of it or take a dozen trips on Virgin Galactic. |
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Post by ickes on Feb 26, 2016 10:27:12 GMT -6
So if I sport a hard part pomp (which I have for 25 years, before Brad Pitt) and wear Chucks, single cuff Raw's, Polished work boots, throat latched ....... Does that make me a douch hipster? I've tested different looks and gotten different reactions/treatment. For example, I like the way it looks and feels to button my work shirts top button (no draft, layers nicer with a top shirt, finished look) It seems that look evokes a perception of arrogance or respect. Nope, not a hipster because it's you and it's a classic look that you've probably been wearing for years only the brands and quality of certain items have changed. |
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 10:29:50 GMT -6
That must be a bad ass huffy. One is essentially that, just a rigid 29er single speed with an overdose of bling. Everything but the tires, brakes and pedals is US made though. The road bike is ti, and mostly Italian components, but I've converted a lot of the hard points to US made stuff on that too. Both are patiently waiting for me to get off my lazy ass after having the kid nearly sixteen months ago though. The $300 Schwinn gets the most use and is possibly the most fun. |
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Post by ickes on Feb 26, 2016 10:29:51 GMT -6
This is true to an extent however if/when you have kids I think it changes your mindset a little bit. You have other people to think about who will be around long after you are gone and it is nice to be able to pass down assets/wealth to future generations in your family. Bah, inherited wealth just makes for pompous asses with no appreciation for things. My dad's always said he's leaving anything leftover to the ASPCA. I don't mind the idea of leaving my kid something, but if it becomes gaudy for some reason, I'll just donate the bulk of it or take a dozen trips on Virgin Galactic. Come on now man, I'm not talking about Kardashian type inherited wealth to where my kids never have to work a day in their life. I think you know that though. |
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Post by exophobe on Feb 26, 2016 10:32:39 GMT -6
Allen Edmonds is super high priced now. Few years back a brand new pair of strands cost me $209 on sale. Now that was higher than second prices last time I checked. I don't really go on AAAC but what do you wear doing yard work? Or like shoveling snow? Gotta wear something in-between reading those fem lit papers. Obviously you take off the suit-coat and unbutton the vest, then you get to work. What's AAAC? |
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Post by ickes on Feb 26, 2016 10:33:37 GMT -6
Yes...what is AAAC?
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Post by devastitis on Feb 26, 2016 10:34:31 GMT -6
Allen Edmonds is super high priced now. Few years back a brand new pair of strands cost me $209 on sale. Now that was higher than second prices last time I checked. I don't really go on AAAC but what do you wear doing yard work? Or like shoveling snow? Gotta wear something in-between reading those fem lit papers. Obviously you take off the suit-coat and unbutton the vest, then you get to work. What's AAAC? ask Andy about clothes forum. |
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Post by matt on Feb 26, 2016 10:52:19 GMT -6
Is Andy's last name Randle by chance? lol
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2016 11:18:03 GMT -6
I hope that we aren't treated differently based on our clothing. We are all judged by our appearance but that shouldn't effect how we interact with strangers. Honestly I think much stronger stereotypes revolve around the kind of car you drive than the clothing you wear.
Not everyone that drives a Porsche is an ass and not everyone that wears sweatpants in public is ignorant.
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 11:22:21 GMT -6
I don't know. One of my neighbors is a yoga instructor and she drives a 911, frequently in sweatpants. Not a sharp knife.
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Post by stinky on Feb 26, 2016 11:29:41 GMT -6
I don't know. One of my neighbors is a yoga instructor and she drives a 911, frequently in sweatpants. Not a sharp knife. if you could please pass along an address/phone number--i'd like to assess in person. |
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Post by Winterland on Feb 26, 2016 11:37:19 GMT -6
I'm talking about my interactions with Americans... And furthermore, I would say 99% of Japanese have TERRIBLE fashion. A little known fact is that Japanese dudes are (Generally speaking) shockingly cheap! So much so, to the point that they don't even date/have sex/marry/have kids for fear of having to share their money or take away money from their hobbies... SERIOUSLY. Sadly, the latter part of your statement is true. I have a Japanese cousin who is single/unmarried with no kids and he does nothing but play pachinko. He does it because he thinks women are expensive. It's a sad, pathetic existence imo They can be.  |
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 26, 2016 11:57:20 GMT -6
Leaving a little is something but not much.
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Post by whiskeyriver on Feb 26, 2016 12:06:24 GMT -6
You just picked my pet peeve as an example. I agree that price is irrelevant if you enjoy the item. I have bicycles that cost more than a new Ducati, that raises eyebrows. That must be a bad ass huffy.  |
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Post by whiskeyriver on Feb 26, 2016 12:11:30 GMT -6
The town I was born in and where my dad went to school. Davis has always been about fixies man. I mean, the OG fixie is the town logo after all!  |
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Post by bentin on Feb 26, 2016 12:33:11 GMT -6
That's a Penny Farthing. My bikes were built a few miles up the road, just north of the California border in Ashland.
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Post by whiskeyriver on Feb 26, 2016 12:42:08 GMT -6
That's a Penny Farthing. My bikes were built a few miles up the road, just north of the California border in Ashland. Indeed it is, and by design, fixed gear. IE Original fixie. Haha. |
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Post by drewcandraw on Feb 26, 2016 12:49:51 GMT -6
The town I was born in and where my dad went to school. Davis has always been about fixies man. I mean, the OG fixie is the town logo after all! I need to look for my picture when I hopped onto the one in front of the bike Museum. Davis was supposedly the most bike friendly community in the world but I say otherwise, got hit by a car/truck while in college there. My group of friends and I became known as the fixie crew that sat and did tricks in front of the CoHo. Not sure if you went to UC Davis, but it was the coffee house so we really were hipsters haha. |
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