As you grow up you learn to trust your instincts and wear what is comfortable and what you as an individual feel confident in. Fads/trends always fade and yes maybe pieces of that DNA float about in fashion but that's what the "fashion" world does. They always want you to chase after the next trend.. It's better to have your own style and experiment here and there with something that is natural to a style that you have already cultivated.
Absolutely agree. It is better to perceive fashion trends as ideas you can adopt into your own style, guided by your own fashion sense, rather than some dogma to blindly follow.
Yeah, trends are helpful in finding out what your style really is, as it made me spent money when I was a student that I shouldn't have spent, for pieces that I never wore because it didn't feel me. I mean, I'm lucky that I know what I want to look like right now, compared to some people I see that still dress up sloppy or don't know how to dress at all. I never was verbal about how to dress because, that will seem offensive to people lol, but it's cool that more and more people ask me or get inspired by my color choices.
@@exxie1 For sure even now I experiment a bit as I subscribe to those "monthly clothing" services. Sometimes the items don't hit but sometimes they give me that extra push to try something. Then once i find out I like the piece i start going out and trying out different colors etc. But I admit that my personality is very layered, at work (its a warehouse) so i'm not wearing the nicest of things but i tend to hide myself a bit. Just so when I go out its not a drastic change but the fit is just right that it has people in shock. With the right fit and confidence someone can really accomplish a lot. Its the same with certain colognes I tell people wear something that you love, not what you think people love. Because like many things colognes are confidence boosters, if YOU feel attractive, you feel confident like you are ready to tackle the world. The same goes with clothing wear something you like and something that you are confident in and you are golden.
As a huskier man, I appreciate the oversized look. I recently got some straight cut jeans and feel a bit odd since I'm used to more fitted pants. However, I'm at stage that I still haven't found my style so it's fun experiment with colors and different silhouettes. I am not wearing skinny jeans ever again, but I have found that a high waist tapered look to be amongst my favorite. I like that clothes aren't as tight anymore and people can rock whatever they want especially vintage looking items. I hope that buying second hand products sticks around.
Wear what you want! I have mostly slim fits with some oversized pieces since having looser clothing is a nice switchup from the slim fits and experimenting with new silhouettes are a nice bonus
As a man whos been on this earth for 40 years it brings me great joy that the oversize clothes is coming back in style because now its more advanced i cant wait to see how artsy these clothing companies come up with!
As a fashion enthusiast, I don't let the fashion companies to force me to wear what they want us to wear! I absolutely DISLIKE the new baggy trend and will keep wearing slim/ skinny fit cloths which fit my physic better!
As an 80s boy, I grew up with baggy and loose clothes. I continued wearing them long after they went out of style in the 2000s. Being a thin guy of shorter stature, I eventually switched to fitted clothing and I find they suit my size and build a lot better. I've worn baggy clothes my whole life, but even though they might be back in fashion, I'm not switching back
I'm 5'8 and hate fitted clothing. I instead just hit the weights for 7 years and now i hate clothing restricting my movement. I look a hell of a lot bigger and taller in oversized clothing. Problem is nothing is actually oversized. Everything is still small and stupid fitting. The fitted clothing style is only good for skinny people to make them look like they hit the weights.
I'm 90's boy and my country was late on the trends back so baggy was never popular. But as a teenager I was into hip-hop and skateboarding so I was wearing baggy clothing regardless. Also skin fit and skateboarding doesn't work well together since you bend your knees and torse a million times every day. + I find myself sweat way less with baggy clothing, so it just made sense. Then during mid 2010's I changed to tight fitted regardless because entering the working life I figured I would try to "fit in". But now I'm damn happy I can use this trend as an excuse to go back to what I feel most comfortable in 😂. And I'm probably not going back either.
The key to baggy clothes imo is to have just one baggy item, and keep the rest of your clothes straight/slim-straight. This way, you'll enhance your silhouette while not looking like you don't know what you're doing. For example, wear an unbuttoned oversized shirt/chore coat with straight fit pants. Or wear wide, tapered, and cropped pants with a regular fitting bomber. Since you asked, while I really like the artistic side of fashion right now, I understand that clothes are just clothes and it's a very real possibility that one day I'll wake up and not find fashion fun anymore. Even if this situation happens, since I have mostly only basic clothing, I'll still be able to look good.
I say, let the teens and 20 whatevers wear what they think looks good. Anybody over than 30 know that good style is timeless. That means clothes that fit and match color appropriately.
Thanks so much for making this video!! I actually asked a few months about oversized clothes vs slim fit clothes during your question video, so I’m glad you were able to delve more into this topic. I personally prefer the slim fit look but noticed how the oversized look was gaining traction. Glad to hear that the tried and true slim fitting style is still holding despite all the external trends trying to pushing it out
I was a big supporter of wearing slim fit jeans and even skinny ones as they tend to make you look taller. So I shrug my head every time I see a loose fitting jeans. After the height of the pandemic, a lot of trends got hot including the 90's loose fitting clothing and jeans so I decided to give them a try. 1 year into it and I'm only wearing loose/regular fitting clothing and jeans now. Slim fit jeans makes me uncomfortable and irritable and I cannot believe how I was able to survive the torture of wearing them most of my life. Especially now that I decided to workout seriously so I gained a lot of muscle mostly on my legs.
One key point about all of this is the environmental disaster this fast fashion industry is creating. Not only we are stupidly increasing the amount of waste we create but also the chemical procedure to soften and color the fabric is highly contaminant
One of the reasons I switched to mainly customized clothes in the classic materials. I take care of them and expect them to last -much- longer than brand clothes.
I think there’s a difference between baggy and traditional fit. For example, I’m really getting into high waisted, pleated trousers. Those really benefit from a looser fit. Not talking insanely baggy, just looser.
This. It’s one thing dressing like a West Coast rapper. Quite another wearing the kind of clothes that were considered normal before the slim fit craze started in the early 00s via The Strokes etc.
I remember that around 2010 buying trousers or jeans became an absolute chore. I was into rugby and lifting weights so skinny and slim clothes were downright uncomfortable to wear even if properly sized. I don't like 90s baggy but I do welcome the return of straight-fit trousers and roomier shirts and jackets.
Personally I like baggy clothing as long everything isn't baggy. So cargo tech pants or cargo military pants/shorts with a slim fiting shirt. It's much more comfortable to walk around in and move in. I still have skinny jeans but I don't wear them out as much anymore.
In my case, I do invest in some oversized shirts. The trendy "oversized" fit nowadays actually has a more contemporary cut compared to those super baggy clothes back in the 90's. For trousers and jeans, I will always stick to slim straight, slim, and slim tapered (no skinny jeans for me, sorry). I think the slimmer fit pants go well with oversized shirts. Looks more well put together than wearing everything super loose from top to bottom.
In the past I went with the flow, fashion-wise, especially in high school. Now that I'm older, my sense of style has solidified, and fashion trends just aren't going to change my preferences anymore. Crocs used to be for hippies, baggy pants went out of style with jncos and boy bands, and "alt" was how you described kids with skinny jeans. Now "alt" means you wear baggy clothes, which is weird, and crocs are suddenly what the preppy kids wear. Nothing makes sense anymore.
It's funny, whenever I'm online all I see is wider fitting clothes and I found myself feeling self conscious whenever I wasn't wearing something with a wider silhouette. Yet, in reality I'll wear my typical skinny jeans I'll receive compliments and no one thinks I'm wearing something outdated haha. I think social media exposure really has a big impact on how we take in and experience trends
Athletic/slim fit will always look best on me. Some trends are nice to indulge in if you find something good, like I recently bought a pair of New Balances that are on the chunkier side(actually wore NB’s in school when they were “uncool”), but are pretty versatile and good for casual wearing. And crocs are an amazing indoor shoe and for doing garden work outside. But to change my entire fit would cost too much money and I think clothes that fit you right just look neater. That said, I do love walking around the city and seeing people pull off unique looks. I’m glad people can express themselves through their clothes and we are seeing so many unique styles at once.
I think it comes down to whatever makes you feel good! I’ve embraced more wide and traditional fit pants but haven’t gone completely oversized…there are people the pull it off well but it’s not what’s comfortable to me. At the end of the day whatever makes you feel good is worth investing in
Slim fit is also a trend, as classic menswear enthusiasts say that more straight or relaxed cut of jackets, trousers etc. Was considered the most masculine abd suited for male physique during those time. Personally I am moving more towards classic mesnwar and Japanese workwear which tends to be more straight and relaxed but not over the top oversized.
I went to high school in the mid-to-late 90s where the popoular fit was anywhere between loose-fit and baggy fit clothing. I remember looking back at at old yearbook photos and thought everyone (myself included) looked either goofy/short/overweight with the loose/baggy fit clothing. It's nearly a carbon-copy of the current loose-fit clothing trend i see right now. For me & my personal style, i'm going to stick to the fitted/slimmer fit tops & bottoms. On the other hand, i never really liked the skinny-fit trend of a few years ago either, at least not for guys.
It’s definitely a “hark-back”. We had that trend in the UK. Some of my older friends remember the whole music scene that centred around loose fit/baggy as well and when you look at old footage, the similarities to todays trend is obvious.
You do you... I do me... As I have grown older, I would rather follow what I think is practical and minimal for me. I also think that contentment is key. People should realize this you know. For others out there that really has to be in the trend which more often than not is usually to impress others, well one day you'll find yourself sitting and reflecting that not all shiny things are worth it. The stability of being content and satisfied with the simplicity of life and having a balanced life is what we just need at the end of the day. Thanks for this Modest Man! What you said in this video just resonated with me and reminded me time and again.
You did a very good job explaining the different realms/style of fashion. You were also understanding about how everyone has their own taste in fashion. I'm more on the streetwear side of fashion but I can also respect the R/MFA style. Great Video!
I wish Brock uploaded more often, but I do get the sense that he is maturing and spending less time on the YT hamster wheel. That said, I am always super happy to see a new video from you man. Thanks for being a voice of reason and sharing your growth with your community. As for me, I def lean practical and will be avoiding the baggy clothing trend. Slim/athletic fit for me all day!
I appreciate that! I've been spending time on other things but plan to return to YT in a more dedicated way (probably in early 2023). I do have 3-4 more videos coming this year, though!
I actually like the current oversize trend since oversized clothing fits my body frame better, especially when it comes to jeans since baggy jeans make my legs not look like some branches that will snap at any moment.
Oversized fit can help you with a certain part of your body to look better. I’m not talking about the baggy hip hop / street style oversized fits, but ‘loosen or extended’ fits. These fits for instance an oversized fit sweatshirt will make your shoulder, back, basically your top body more bigger wider than usual. Same goes for the trousers, loosened pants with high waist can make your legs look longer and proportion wise a better fit overall. To me I only wear the slim fit when it is must needed: 1. Suits, and 2. Training/exercising.
i'm so with you with baggy trend. i'm exactly your size and recently tried some of the relaxed fit tops and bottoms. i looked hella stupid. i recently settled at slim as a compromise vs skinny for a change. to me, fit is king despite trends. it's where i start
Thank you for addressing this issue. This trend has been driving me crazy and that “broccoli” hair is so stupid. But, thanks to you, I’m staying with my slim style and will look good doing it.
The broccoli hairstyle isnt stupid. You know some people have natural curls and dont wanna straighten them because why get rid of someone’s natural hair texture
I started wearing Oversized clothes because they're more comfortable and besides is better for hot places I hate wearing skinny jeans now But yeah everybody wears whatever they want
I lean towards the practical side, but I'd argue that practically, slim cuts aren't necessary the best cuts to make you look good. I'd argue if you're going practical, then achieve the best proportions to make you look tall and fit. Shorter legs go for higher riser, narrow shoulders go for a slightly dropped shoulders in t shirts. Slim fit everything can work against you.
Very timely video! Indeed, the dispute between those looking for flattering silhouettes and those looking for silhouettes that are over-imposed on their bodies is THE dispute between style and fashion. The current trend is right though on at least two points: skinny fits are both uncomfortable (especially with classic no-stretch fabrics) and, unless you have both a fit and ideal body (you can be fit, but not have the "ideal" body) also very unflattering (tightness in general comes across as lack of fluidity in your persona, as trying too hard). That's why tailoring always aimed at a balance: "ideal" proportions by tricking the eye with construction. But of course, there are the social/class connotations of tailoring, and the massive move toward casualness in our society. Perhaps the "principles" of tailoring is what we should keep, while moving in the direction of soft-tailoring/eclectic styles. Anyhow, you always seem to be doing it right Brock! Keep it going!
Finally I found someone styling slim-fit clothes in 2023! I thought there was something wrong with me as I just kept returning to my slim-fit attire after each try of modern loose cloth. You have a great channel, keep up a good work, mate!
Nice video! I think I'm somewhere in the middle of the spectrum right now, and I like both oversized and regular fitting clothing. I like expressing myself through wearing different colors/patterns to make statements/combos while still dressing fairly traditionally (with oversized and regular fit). But I also like being practical and wearing all black (or black and some fun contrasting color) when it rains or I don't feel like getting dressed. I'm glad that fashion is evolving in a way that everyone can do what they want! I have always liked fashion as a form of self-expression. I really like creativity in general and I am really into things like writing and drawing as well
The tailors have always been great at doing slim clothing and wide fitted especially for trousers. The key to great trousers is the balance and shape of the rise. Its hard to achieve with RTW clothing as everybody has different posture, hip/waist ratio and leg line shape.
I used to rock baggy and loose fit clothes because I thought tight closes looked stupid, but now my clothes are more fitted and slim now because I don't look like I'm drowning in my clothes.
I have complicated feelings about wide fits. On one hand I know it's just a trend that I'm sure will look stale in no time, but I appreciate that wide fits are literally just more comfortable. And I'm cool with more relaxed clothing becoming more WIDEly accepted. I am not completely ditching my wardrobe for wide fits, but over the pandemic I have been trending toward slightly more relaxed clothing for comfort (basically just went from skinny to slim fits). I think it looks better on me and just feels better to me. I also got into hiking over the pandemic and now wear A LOT more technical outdoorsy clothing which I have completely fallen in love with. Comfortable, durable, and looks cool.
I have clothes I bought in 2012. They look as good now as they did when I got them. Make sure you get good brand clothes with quality materials, they are expensive, but last longer. Don't follow trends, they come and go like seasons.
I could not agree more; however, I would add that sometimes we change our style over time, but not necessarily following trends, In my case I started dressing casual to formal suit and tie nowadays.
I fell in love with the brand Asket a few years ago. Thier entire message resonates with me and thier M-long sizes fits me very well. This fall for example il pull out The same Brown leatherjacket ive worn for The last 5 years. Im in my 30's now and I feel like at this point i know what i like and what makes me look good.
I'm 41 so no way I need to chase trends. I'm finally finding my style and I FEEL better in slim fit clothing. Plus I'm aiming for a minimal wardrobe now. I try to only buy quality, ethically sourced items.
great observation about fashion history and how all trends are just reinterpretations of past eras. I think knowing about fashion history and choosing what you like based on that is a method where you can't go wrong. you'll genuinely like what you're wearing so you'll never feel insecure. also thought you were going to say oversized clothing only looks flattering if you're taller and have good proportions or you're lean/fit. at least that's what I've observed.
As a slim short guy like yourself, i actually have a different experience as looser fit clothing actually makes me look and feel more mature and confident, while slim fit clothing makes me look and feel weak and immature.This is completely subjective but i enjoy how the wider clothing obscures my frame and has a transformative effect to my silhoutte. On the perspective of trends, theres a cultural element here as looser and wide fit clothing has been the predominent silhoutte in japanese fashion for quite a while now so whats trendy is dependant on locality, as well as which tribe you subscribe to on the internet. Whats "trendy" in fashion nowadays is so pluralistic that pretty much everything is "in" simultaneusly depending on the context and to what subcultures you are involved in.
The goal is to wear clothes that make you feel good and confident. If looser fits have that affect to you than perfect. Personally, I wear both. As a smaller guy myself I really like that cropped T shirts and sweaters are trendy right now as I do not have shorten those items at a tailer.
I think Brock may have a bit of a blind spot here with respect to his fellow shorties. From my observations, he is actually in the minority among short guys in looking better in skinny pants. Many do, but most do not. You shouldn't assume that it will make anyone look taller and more elegant, or whatever. It might just make you look fragile or silly. As you've learned, you can't even just think, oh if I'm short and skinny with a mini-model build like Brock it'll look good on me just like it looks good on the skinny, tall maxi-models. The actual factors about what fits look good on you are a lot more subtle than that and don't obey the kind of simple rules people tend to expect from advice media.
@iop223 I totally agree with you, coming from a short and slim body type. However I‘ve noticed my preferred clothing fit comes subconsciently from wanting to be more muscular and wide. Often times when I try on baggy clothes I am split between thinking it‘s dope and makes me look muscular or “wide” or “big” and therefor more mature thus confident looking or thinking I am just wearing clothes that are ridiculously too big for me. So instead I am trying out going to the gym and seeing if that makes me more content with myself. Just my train of thoughts and self-process I wanted to share to maybe give some people helpful ideas.
Man I can’t seem to pull off baggy jeans that well for some reason but as a early 20s guy I can’t help to feel like a grandpa walking around wearing slim fit, reality is that we are all getting older.
Oversized have always looked ridiculous on anyone over 30. And now even the kids are abandoning this trend, so you just look like an old person who’s late to the party
Thank you for the wonderful video. I like youtubers who talk something philosophical & enlightening like this. In different words, fashion is something to enhance our silhouette. Thus, making us the center focus, not the supporting role. One should be concentrating in one's physical fitness, and find one's own style, and that what makes one looks interesting and has charisma.
For us bigger/muscular guys all the slim fit or tailored fit just doesn’t work most of the time. Opting in for more baggy/lose cuts is actually fitting me as a normal slim/regular fit would.
bro PLEASE link some looser fit clothing. I legit cannot find anything that fits anymore other than vitage clothing from the 2000's. Being muscular is a curse nowadays. Everything is tapered to all hell and has no room for thighs or ass.
Thank you for your interesting talk. Actually, I really don't like the oversized clothes. I want to find and wear the clothes that the size of the clothes fits me. Clothes with the right size, combined with some accessories, makes the man looks neat, mature and elegant. You look so cool and elegant then
I used to be in the slim fit party, however, as I learned how to dress myself, my stocky body seems to look better in relaxed clothing and the drape fits me well (Ametora is a great inspiration for it though). For me, it's all about how it drapes on your body and how it feels. One reason as well on why I like relaxed clothing is that I live in a hot and humid country, so the relaxed fits help with air cirulation.
I hear you. Though I'm on the other side of the spectrum. I never really got to wear skinny cuts because of my chunky physique. I would gladly accommodate oversized and relaxed silhouettes because it looks better on me but I wouldn't go overboard wearing oversized everything all at once. Bottom line is, balance is the key.
As of right now I agree with your sentiments here. I also do think that it’s ok for those on the practical style side (as I consider myself to be) to slide a Statement piece in from time to time.
If we‘re talking about staying with slim fit clothing or not I would definitely make a distinction between Jeans and Pants. For the former I‘m staying with the slim fit but for the latter I started to experiment with wider (but as a short guy definitely not longer) fits which also give off a classic vibe.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video. As a teenage girl, there’s extra pressure to wear the latest thing. Literally everywhere I look I see baggy clothes. For me, I’m short for my age, and have a rather slim build. Hence, I like the way crop tops and skinny jeans enhance my body features. I hate clothes like tracksuit bottoms, I feel like they make me look extra short, rather than skinny jeans which complement the look. Lately I’ve been getting super insecure about not fitting in the trend, but I also care about ethics a lot, so I’m torn. Just waiting for skinny jeans to be in again😉
I can imagine there's a lot of pressure on teenagers, and especially women, to be on trend. Stick with your instincts. It's all just marketing and status signaling anyway. Wear what makes you feel good!
Yeah I'm too broke to be hopping on trends, although I have always worn baggy graphic t shirts at home chilling but I definitely wouldn't be caught in public wearing them lol
I totally love what your saying. I'm happy with my look, which happens to involve skinny jeans and baggy shirts... I'm a slim 6ft3 34 year old musician... it works
It’s funny that you mention boot cut jeans. I’ve been wearing slim fit bootcut denim for the past year and love them. They’re totally 70’s influenced and they’re a nice addition to my slim fit jeans and chinos.
I was interested in trying out new trends years ago, which helped me to determine what i really like which is slim fitting clothes, mostly dark colours and outfits that lean somewhat preppy.
You do not have to skip every trend. However, my rule is to never go too extrem. I ditched skinny jeans when they were in trend. Instead I went for slim fit jeans and I still wear them today. Since oversized clothing has become a massive trend, I purchased a few relaxed sweaters in neutral colours. Not baggy, but just a bit more relaxed. I am pretty sure that I can still wear them in a few years when skinnier clothing will become trendy again.
I can appreciate both ends of the spectrum. I like practical clothes and I also like expressing myself in my own unique style. I’m getting to the point where I dress for myself I may get inspired by trends but not necessarily adopt them or I may have outfits a stick with the classics, I guess I’m all over the place. It has taken me years to get to this place ,and I always keep an open mind.
I totally agree with your video and what you’ve decided is best for you. I have great slim fit clothing that fits me great, I feel good wearing and looks good, in my opinion. I’m going to stick with my current wardrobe too, as I put together a nice collections of all the staples. This is all I need so now let’s get our world back to normal so I can start wearing more of them on a regular basis. Excellent video and thanks for sharing your viewpoints on this.
Slim straight suits me better in Jeans as I'm a 44 inch chest and just got 32r jeans from M&S. I had to go on a shopping spree as my shape changed and I used to wear a large in polos when i should have bought xl in some cheap brands. I like polos and OCBD shirts. I had to get xl in shirts as well but they fit great. I like to be comfortable in clothes and that's my priority.
Wear your clothes that represent who you are and what you believe in. It's about expression. I am 29 years young. I did the baggy hip-hop clothing, I did the dark tight emo phase, and I did follow trends up until I realized I would rather be myself. I would rather wear clothes that complement my body. I am a 5'4 Asian 135lbs bulky male. I love both slim fits and athletic tapered fits. I'm not a minimalist nor am I the fashionable trendy guy. I'm cut down in the middle. Don't get me wrong I love classic clothing but sometimes I want that baggy hoodie for comfort, bright colors like pink or yellow to complement my neutral clothing, and I love my denim jackets. Formal I am not familiar with yet because I dont have the budget.. still studying for nursing boards. But yeah. I just want to give my two cents. TL;DR Your fashion style should represent who you are and your lifestyle.
It's easy being the best dressed man in the room. Even better dressed than the women. Today's fashion is just utterly awful. It's an abomination. There's no discussion to be had really. Most people dress awful. I've never understood people that follow trends. Everybody's talking about "expressing themselves" but they are "expressing themselves" exactly like everybody else.
It has to do with age. Young people, especially those very susceptible to the mainstream, will wear trend fashion. It was skinny in the 70-80s, then Baggy in the 90-00s, then skinny again 2005-2020, now baggy again. But at our age, +30, it would be ridiculous to dress baggy or oversize. Plus, the fit look is what best fits with shoes, boots, and stylish clothing. Like Rockstars 😎
😅 Bro I'm 45, the most baggy I wear is a relaxed pleated pant! I try to stick with basics since they're so much easier to just throw on and that's why imo most trends are a waste of money especially with us older guys
I've been noticing the baggy trend as well and I'm glad you did a video about this. I wore baggy clothes back in the 90s and early 2000s. I know baggy. Once the slim fit and skinny's came out I noticed that look was much nicer. I'll stick with the slim fit, but maybe once a month wear baggy. There is no denying that baggy clothing is the most comfortable of any clothing trend. It's so comfortable that you can easily get used to it and prefer to wear them over fitted. However it's not enough for me to completely switch over. Baggy makes me comfortable, slim fitted gets me compliments. But wear what you want! Great video!
My problem is mainly that the (online) stores I 'trusted' no longer resonate with me. H&M were simple, clean, basic items worn by simple, clean guys like me. Now even the most basic T-shirt has to be worn three sizes too big by someone with three different hair colours. That way I can't see if it's something for me or not and I have to look for other stores. (Maybe slightly exaggerated)
I agree 100%. I used to mostly buy my clothes from H&M and they had plenty of classic pieces for men that were really good and had great quality. Now everything is overpriced, oversized, overhyped.
Keep in mind, businesses normally target a specific age bracket, so as you age out of it, they will suit your style less. When H&M and you meshed, you like what they had. Now that you’re older, it makes sense that you wouldn’t, since they are a more trend-forward brand.
I went in to an H&M over here (UK) the other week. I bought a basic t shirt but everything else was oversized and bright/bold patterns. I’m 36 but I felt about 100!
I'm a practical dresser with my own sense of style. I wear clothes that fit my body type and tailor them to fit accordingly with pops of color in small doses. I'm a larger guy, so skinny is not my thing, but neither is baggy. Fit is king.
It would be ab absolute boon if you make a video on the essential lowers ( pants, jeans, shorts etc) a man should have in his wordrobe. Also the essential colours of these respective items. Really follow your fashion ideology. Hence, looking forward to that video!
I will not be following this trend. Over sized clothes make people look sloppy sometimes homeless. I think this trend looks ridiculous. I will stick to the well fitting clothes. Not skinny, well fitting
This is absolutely how I feel . You’ve hit the nail on the head, for me! The only thing I will add is that oversized has been growing for a few years and, as with a lot of trends, it started with women’s fashion but has now filtered through to guys. Seems to be mostly a younger crowd who are into it as well. I’m in the UK and when you see students/young people (male and female) it’s all oversized, baggy stuff. I’m not a fan of it for exactly the reasons you mentioned plus the fact I don’t think oversized looks flattering on anybody. I do rather feel that’s almost the point of it though…
If I had the money to afford it, I'd like exploring new trends more often, even if that only meant buying one or two new items and giving them away in a year when the trend has passed and I've decided I don't like that trend after all. Who knows, maybe I'll indulge in a trend and find I still like it long after the trend is over and end up buying more stuff? That's what ended up happening with oversized clothing. Bought two oversized t-shirts from Uniqlo and I ended up loving them. I feel like I've finally found something I like and feel good in.
As you grow up you learn to trust your instincts and wear what is comfortable and what you as an individual feel confident in. Fads/trends always fade and yes maybe pieces of that DNA float about in fashion but that's what the "fashion" world does. They always want you to chase after the next trend.. It's better to have your own style and experiment here and there with something that is natural to a style that you have already cultivated.
Absolutely agree. It is better to perceive fashion trends as ideas you can adopt into your own style, guided by your own fashion sense, rather than some dogma to blindly follow.
Yeah, trends are helpful in finding out what your style really is, as it made me spent money when I was a student that I shouldn't have spent, for pieces that I never wore because it didn't feel me. I mean, I'm lucky that I know what I want to look like right now, compared to some people I see that still dress up sloppy or don't know how to dress at all. I never was verbal about how to dress because, that will seem offensive to people lol, but it's cool that more and more people ask me or get inspired by my color choices.
@@exxie1 For sure even now I experiment a bit as I subscribe to those "monthly clothing" services. Sometimes the items don't hit but sometimes they give me that extra push to try something. Then once i find out I like the piece i start going out and trying out different colors etc.
But I admit that my personality is very layered, at work (its a warehouse) so i'm not wearing the nicest of things but i tend to hide myself a bit. Just so when I go out its not a drastic change but the fit is just right that it has people in shock.
With the right fit and confidence someone can really accomplish a lot. Its the same with certain colognes I tell people wear something that you love, not what you think people love. Because like many things colognes are confidence boosters, if YOU feel attractive, you feel confident like you are ready to tackle the world. The same goes with clothing wear something you like and something that you are confident in and you are golden.
I agree. Thats why i dont follow advice from youtubes.
So glad someone addressed this. Very well laid out. I’m leaving my oversized jeans to the 90s. Carry on slim fit!
As a huskier man, I appreciate the oversized look. I recently got some straight cut jeans and feel a bit odd since I'm used to more fitted pants. However, I'm at stage that I still haven't found my style so it's fun experiment with colors and different silhouettes.
I am not wearing skinny jeans ever again, but I have found that a high waist tapered look to be amongst my favorite.
I like that clothes aren't as tight anymore and people can rock whatever they want especially vintage looking items.
I hope that buying second hand products sticks around.
Amen! I did baggy in the 90s. Never going back. I’m not immune to trends, but I prefer to make them work within my own parameters.
Wear what you want! I have mostly slim fits with some oversized pieces since having looser clothing is a nice switchup from the slim fits and experimenting with new silhouettes are a nice bonus
Well said!
As a man whos been on this earth for 40 years it brings me great joy that the oversize clothes is coming back in style because now its more advanced i cant wait to see how artsy these clothing companies come up with!
As a fashion enthusiast, I don't let the fashion companies to force me to wear what they want us to wear! I absolutely DISLIKE the new baggy trend and will keep wearing slim/ skinny fit cloths which fit my physic better!
As an 80s boy, I grew up with baggy and loose clothes. I continued wearing them long after they went out of style in the 2000s. Being a thin guy of shorter stature, I eventually switched to fitted clothing and I find they suit my size and build a lot better. I've worn baggy clothes my whole life, but even though they might be back in fashion, I'm not switching back
Same.
I'm also thin and short (5´7). Fitted clothes all the way.
Now, 80s clothes are hard to pull off after 1989.
I'm 5'8 and hate fitted clothing. I instead just hit the weights for 7 years and now i hate clothing restricting my movement. I look a hell of a lot bigger and taller in oversized clothing. Problem is nothing is actually oversized. Everything is still small and stupid fitting. The fitted clothing style is only good for skinny people to make them look like they hit the weights.
I'm 90's boy and my country was late on the trends back so baggy was never popular. But as a teenager I was into hip-hop and skateboarding so I was wearing baggy clothing regardless. Also skin fit and skateboarding doesn't work well together since you bend your knees and torse a million times every day. + I find myself sweat way less with baggy clothing, so it just made sense. Then during mid 2010's I changed to tight fitted regardless because entering the working life I figured I would try to "fit in". But now I'm damn happy I can use this trend as an excuse to go back to what I feel most comfortable in 😂. And I'm probably not going back either.
The key to baggy clothes imo is to have just one baggy item, and keep the rest of your clothes straight/slim-straight. This way, you'll enhance your silhouette while not looking like you don't know what you're doing. For example, wear an unbuttoned oversized shirt/chore coat with straight fit pants. Or wear wide, tapered, and cropped pants with a regular fitting bomber.
Since you asked, while I really like the artistic side of fashion right now, I understand that clothes are just clothes and it's a very real possibility that one day I'll wake up and not find fashion fun anymore. Even if this situation happens, since I have mostly only basic clothing, I'll still be able to look good.
Solid tip.
Great tip! But I've already been doing this for the longest.
Wore the baggy clothes in the 90’s. I’m gonna keep that style back there and stick to my fitted shirts and slim fit jeans.
I say, let the teens and 20 whatevers wear what they think looks good. Anybody over than 30 know that good style is timeless. That means clothes that fit and match color appropriately.
Color, cut, quality, cleanliness and comfort is all that matters, "style" is irrelevant.
Thanks so much for making this video!! I actually asked a few months about oversized clothes vs slim fit clothes during your question video, so I’m glad you were able to delve more into this topic. I personally prefer the slim fit look but noticed how the oversized look was gaining traction. Glad to hear that the tried and true slim fitting style is still holding despite all the external trends trying to pushing it out
I was a big supporter of wearing slim fit jeans and even skinny ones as they tend to make you look taller. So I shrug my head every time I see a loose fitting jeans. After the height of the pandemic, a lot of trends got hot including the 90's loose fitting clothing and jeans so I decided to give them a try. 1 year into it and I'm only wearing loose/regular fitting clothing and jeans now. Slim fit jeans makes me uncomfortable and irritable and I cannot believe how I was able to survive the torture of wearing them most of my life. Especially now that I decided to workout seriously so I gained a lot of muscle mostly on my legs.
One key point about all of this is the environmental disaster this fast fashion industry is creating. Not only we are stupidly increasing the amount of waste we create but also the chemical procedure to soften and color the fabric is highly contaminant
One of the reasons I switched to mainly customized clothes in the classic materials. I take care of them and expect them to last -much- longer than brand clothes.
I think there’s a difference between baggy and traditional fit. For example, I’m really getting into high waisted, pleated trousers. Those really benefit from a looser fit. Not talking insanely baggy, just looser.
This. It’s one thing dressing like a West Coast rapper. Quite another wearing the kind of clothes that were considered normal before the slim fit craze started in the early 00s via The Strokes etc.
I remember that around 2010 buying trousers or jeans became an absolute chore. I was into rugby and lifting weights so skinny and slim clothes were downright uncomfortable to wear even if properly sized. I don't like 90s baggy but I do welcome the return of straight-fit trousers and roomier shirts and jackets.
Personally I like baggy clothing as long everything isn't baggy. So cargo tech pants or cargo military pants/shorts with a slim fiting shirt. It's much more comfortable to walk around in and move in. I still have skinny jeans but I don't wear them out as much anymore.
In my case, I do invest in some oversized shirts. The trendy "oversized" fit nowadays actually has a more contemporary cut compared to those super baggy clothes back in the 90's. For trousers and jeans, I will always stick to slim straight, slim, and slim tapered (no skinny jeans for me, sorry). I think the slimmer fit pants go well with oversized shirts. Looks more well put together than wearing everything super loose from top to bottom.
In the past I went with the flow, fashion-wise, especially in high school. Now that I'm older, my sense of style has solidified, and fashion trends just aren't going to change my preferences anymore. Crocs used to be for hippies, baggy pants went out of style with jncos and boy bands, and "alt" was how you described kids with skinny jeans. Now "alt" means you wear baggy clothes, which is weird, and crocs are suddenly what the preppy kids wear. Nothing makes sense anymore.
Nothing most people think matters!!
It's funny, whenever I'm online all I see is wider fitting clothes and I found myself feeling self conscious whenever I wasn't wearing something with a wider silhouette. Yet, in reality I'll wear my typical skinny jeans I'll receive compliments and no one thinks I'm wearing something outdated haha. I think social media exposure really has a big impact on how we take in and experience trends
Still rocking slim fit. Baggy clothes aint my thing.
Athletic/slim fit will always look best on me. Some trends are nice to indulge in if you find something good, like I recently bought a pair of New Balances that are on the chunkier side(actually wore NB’s in school when they were “uncool”), but are pretty versatile and good for casual wearing. And crocs are an amazing indoor shoe and for doing garden work outside. But to change my entire fit would cost too much money and I think clothes that fit you right just look neater. That said, I do love walking around the city and seeing people pull off unique looks. I’m glad people can express themselves through their clothes and we are seeing so many unique styles at once.
I think it comes down to whatever makes you feel good! I’ve embraced more wide and traditional fit pants but haven’t gone completely oversized…there are people the pull it off well but it’s not what’s comfortable to me. At the end of the day whatever makes you feel good is worth investing in
Classic always beats trendy.
Slim fit is also a trend, as classic menswear enthusiasts say that more straight or relaxed cut of jackets, trousers etc. Was considered the most masculine abd suited for male physique during those time. Personally I am moving more towards classic mesnwar and Japanese workwear which tends to be more straight and relaxed but not over the top oversized.
Underrated
I went to high school in the mid-to-late 90s where the popoular fit was anywhere between loose-fit and baggy fit clothing. I remember looking back at at old yearbook photos and thought everyone (myself included) looked either goofy/short/overweight with the loose/baggy fit clothing. It's nearly a carbon-copy of the current loose-fit clothing trend i see right now. For me & my personal style, i'm going to stick to the fitted/slimmer fit tops & bottoms. On the other hand, i never really liked the skinny-fit trend of a few years ago either, at least not for guys.
It’s definitely a “hark-back”. We had that trend in the UK. Some of my older friends remember the whole music scene that centred around loose fit/baggy as well and when you look at old footage, the similarities to todays trend is obvious.
I'm 44, and we looked awful in high school.
Staying with the slim fit style and it just fits me better.
You do you... I do me... As I have grown older, I would rather follow what I think is practical and minimal for me. I also think that contentment is key. People should realize this you know. For others out there that really has to be in the trend which more often than not is usually to impress others, well one day you'll find yourself sitting and reflecting that not all shiny things are worth it. The stability of being content and satisfied with the simplicity of life and having a balanced life is what we just need at the end of the day. Thanks for this Modest Man! What you said in this video just resonated with me and reminded me time and again.
This is one of the best serious vids re: this topic I've ever seen...
I am with you. I am not on-board with painted on skinny outfits, but more fitted cloth work for me
You did a very good job explaining the different realms/style of fashion. You were also understanding about how everyone has their own taste in fashion. I'm more on the streetwear side of fashion but I can also respect the R/MFA style. Great Video!
I wish Brock uploaded more often, but I do get the sense that he is maturing and spending less time on the YT hamster wheel. That said, I am always super happy to see a new video from you man. Thanks for being a voice of reason and sharing your growth with your community. As for me, I def lean practical and will be avoiding the baggy clothing trend. Slim/athletic fit for me all day!
I appreciate that! I've been spending time on other things but plan to return to YT in a more dedicated way (probably in early 2023). I do have 3-4 more videos coming this year, though!
Bro your current hairstyle on last two videos is🔥
I actually like the current oversize trend since oversized clothing fits my body frame better, especially when it comes to jeans since baggy jeans make my legs not look like some branches that will snap at any moment.
I grew up in the 80’s, I’m not wearing big clothes again! Love my slim fitting and better looking clothes forever!!! Thanks for this video 💪🏻
Oversized fit can help you with a certain part of your body to look better. I’m not talking about the baggy hip hop / street style oversized fits, but ‘loosen or extended’ fits. These fits for instance an oversized fit sweatshirt will make your shoulder, back, basically your top body more bigger wider than usual. Same goes for the trousers, loosened pants with high waist can make your legs look longer and proportion wise a better fit overall. To me I only wear the slim fit when it is must needed: 1. Suits, and 2. Training/exercising.
Well I like your philosophy as I would rather follow someone who is looking to provide value and not just push some trend.
i'm so with you with baggy trend. i'm exactly your size and recently tried some of the relaxed fit tops and bottoms. i looked hella stupid. i recently settled at slim as a compromise vs skinny for a change. to me, fit is king despite trends. it's where i start
Thank you for addressing this issue. This trend has been driving me crazy and that “broccoli” hair is so stupid. But, thanks to you, I’m staying with my slim style and will look good doing it.
The broccoli hairstyle isnt stupid. You know some people have natural curls and dont wanna straighten them because why get rid of someone’s natural hair texture
I started wearing Oversized clothes because they're more comfortable and besides is better for hot places I hate wearing skinny jeans now
But yeah everybody wears whatever they want
I prefer relaced fit. Look stylish but always comfortable. I am a (79) year old man who enjoys your perspective.
I lean towards the practical side, but I'd argue that practically, slim cuts aren't necessary the best cuts to make you look good. I'd argue if you're going practical, then achieve the best proportions to make you look tall and fit.
Shorter legs go for higher riser, narrow shoulders go for a slightly dropped shoulders in t shirts. Slim fit everything can work against you.
I love wearing clothes that fit me well.
Very timely video! Indeed, the dispute between those looking for flattering silhouettes and those looking for silhouettes that are over-imposed on their bodies is THE dispute between style and fashion. The current trend is right though on at least two points: skinny fits are both uncomfortable (especially with classic no-stretch fabrics) and, unless you have both a fit and ideal body (you can be fit, but not have the "ideal" body) also very unflattering (tightness in general comes across as lack of fluidity in your persona, as trying too hard). That's why tailoring always aimed at a balance: "ideal" proportions by tricking the eye with construction. But of course, there are the social/class connotations of tailoring, and the massive move toward casualness in our society. Perhaps the "principles" of tailoring is what we should keep, while moving in the direction of soft-tailoring/eclectic styles. Anyhow, you always seem to be doing it right Brock! Keep it going!
Well said! You should have written this script for me 😏
Finally I found someone styling slim-fit clothes in 2023! I thought there was something wrong with me as I just kept returning to my slim-fit attire after each try of modern loose cloth. You have a great channel, keep up a good work, mate!
Nice video! I think I'm somewhere in the middle of the spectrum right now, and I like both oversized and regular fitting clothing. I like expressing myself through wearing different colors/patterns to make statements/combos while still dressing fairly traditionally (with oversized and regular fit). But I also like being practical and wearing all black (or black and some fun contrasting color) when it rains or I don't feel like getting dressed.
I'm glad that fashion is evolving in a way that everyone can do what they want! I have always liked fashion as a form of self-expression. I really like creativity in general and I am really into things like writing and drawing as well
The tailors have always been great at doing slim clothing and wide fitted especially for trousers. The key to great trousers is the balance and shape of the rise. Its hard to achieve with RTW clothing as everybody has different posture, hip/waist ratio and leg line shape.
I used to rock baggy and loose fit clothes because I thought tight closes looked stupid, but now my clothes are more fitted and slim now because I don't look like I'm drowning in my clothes.
I have complicated feelings about wide fits. On one hand I know it's just a trend that I'm sure will look stale in no time, but I appreciate that wide fits are literally just more comfortable. And I'm cool with more relaxed clothing becoming more WIDEly accepted. I am not completely ditching my wardrobe for wide fits, but over the pandemic I have been trending toward slightly more relaxed clothing for comfort (basically just went from skinny to slim fits). I think it looks better on me and just feels better to me. I also got into hiking over the pandemic and now wear A LOT more technical outdoorsy clothing which I have completely fallen in love with. Comfortable, durable, and looks cool.
I have clothes I bought in 2012. They look as good now as they did when I got them.
Make sure you get good brand clothes with quality materials, they are expensive, but last longer. Don't follow trends, they come and go like seasons.
Hi Bro, Baggy clothes look soo bad. I wore baggy jeans and shirts in the 90s. I do not want to go back to that. :)
I can totally relate having not to find the right fitted pieced becuase of trends!😂 Great content bro!
I could not agree more; however, I would add that sometimes we change our style over time, but not necessarily following trends, In my case I started dressing casual to formal suit and tie nowadays.
I fell in love with the brand Asket a few years ago. Thier entire message resonates with me and thier M-long sizes fits me very well. This fall for example il pull out The same Brown leatherjacket ive worn for The last 5 years. Im in my 30's now and I feel like at this point i know what i like and what makes me look good.
Thanks for sharing this, I like tailored fit myself even though oversized is stylish for some!
I'm 41 so no way I need to chase trends. I'm finally finding my style and I FEEL better in slim fit clothing. Plus I'm aiming for a minimal wardrobe now. I try to only buy quality, ethically sourced items.
great observation about fashion history and how all trends are just reinterpretations of past eras. I think knowing about fashion history and choosing what you like based on that is a method where you can't go wrong. you'll genuinely like what you're wearing so you'll never feel insecure.
also thought you were going to say oversized clothing only looks flattering if you're taller and have good proportions or you're lean/fit. at least that's what I've observed.
As a slim short guy like yourself, i actually have a different experience as looser fit clothing actually makes me look and feel more mature and confident, while slim fit clothing makes me look and feel weak and immature.This is completely subjective but i enjoy how the wider clothing obscures my frame and has a transformative effect to my silhoutte. On the perspective of trends, theres a cultural element here as looser and wide fit clothing has been the predominent silhoutte in japanese fashion for quite a while now so whats trendy is dependant on locality, as well as which tribe you subscribe to on the internet. Whats "trendy" in fashion nowadays is so pluralistic that pretty much everything is "in" simultaneusly depending on the context and to what subcultures you are involved in.
The goal is to wear clothes that make you feel good and confident. If looser fits have that affect to you than perfect. Personally, I wear both. As a smaller guy myself I really like that cropped T shirts and sweaters are trendy right now as I do not have shorten those items at a tailer.
I think Brock may have a bit of a blind spot here with respect to his fellow shorties. From my observations, he is actually in the minority among short guys in looking better in skinny pants. Many do, but most do not. You shouldn't assume that it will make anyone look taller and more elegant, or whatever. It might just make you look fragile or silly. As you've learned, you can't even just think, oh if I'm short and skinny with a mini-model build like Brock it'll look good on me just like it looks good on the skinny, tall maxi-models. The actual factors about what fits look good on you are a lot more subtle than that and don't obey the kind of simple rules people tend to expect from advice media.
@iop223 I totally agree with you, coming from a short and slim body type.
However I‘ve noticed my preferred clothing fit comes subconsciently from wanting to be more muscular and wide.
Often times when I try on baggy clothes I am split between thinking it‘s dope and makes me look muscular or “wide” or “big” and therefor more mature thus confident looking or thinking I am just wearing clothes that are ridiculously too big for me.
So instead I am trying out going to the gym and seeing if that makes me more content with myself.
Just my train of thoughts and self-process I wanted to share to maybe give some people helpful ideas.
Depending on your physique i am 5''6 with big thighs both look good on me.
Man I can’t seem to pull off baggy jeans that well for some reason but as a early 20s guy I can’t help to feel like a grandpa walking around wearing slim fit, reality is that we are all getting older.
Oversized have always looked ridiculous on anyone over 30. And now even the kids are abandoning this trend, so you just look like an old person who’s late to the party
Thank you for the wonderful video. I like youtubers who talk something philosophical & enlightening like this. In different words, fashion is something to enhance our silhouette. Thus, making us the center focus, not the supporting role. One should be concentrating in one's physical fitness, and find one's own style, and that what makes one looks interesting and has charisma.
For us bigger/muscular guys all the slim fit or tailored fit just doesn’t work most of the time. Opting in for more baggy/lose cuts is actually fitting me as a normal slim/regular fit would.
bro PLEASE link some looser fit clothing. I legit cannot find anything that fits anymore other than vitage clothing from the 2000's. Being muscular is a curse nowadays. Everything is tapered to all hell and has no room for thighs or ass.
Thank you for your interesting talk. Actually, I really don't like the oversized clothes. I want to find and wear the clothes that the size of the clothes fits me. Clothes with the right size, combined with some accessories, makes the man looks neat, mature and elegant. You look so cool and elegant then
I used to be in the slim fit party, however, as I learned how to dress myself, my stocky body seems to look better in relaxed clothing and the drape fits me well (Ametora is a great inspiration for it though).
For me, it's all about how it drapes on your body and how it feels. One reason as well on why I like relaxed clothing is that I live in a hot and humid country, so the relaxed fits help with air cirulation.
After months of waiting, finally a new video!!
I hear you. Though I'm on the other side of the spectrum. I never really got to wear skinny cuts because of my chunky physique. I would gladly accommodate oversized and relaxed silhouettes because it looks better on me but I wouldn't go overboard wearing oversized everything all at once. Bottom line is, balance is the key.
So Great!!! It has been 2 months.🤩🤩🤩
As of right now I agree with your sentiments here. I also do think that it’s ok for those on the practical style side (as I consider myself to be) to slide a Statement piece in from time to time.
Let’s replace “slim fit” with “properly fitted”
If we‘re talking about staying with slim fit clothing or not I would definitely make a distinction between Jeans and Pants. For the former I‘m staying with the slim fit but for the latter I started to experiment with wider (but as a short guy definitely not longer) fits which also give off a classic vibe.
Oversize fit is for people who got stuck with their quarantine weight.
people that lift weights*
Yeah, the Tim Dessaint look isn’t for everyone.
Tim does it well, though!
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video. As a teenage girl, there’s extra pressure to wear the latest thing. Literally everywhere I look I see baggy clothes. For me, I’m short for my age, and have a rather slim build. Hence, I like the way crop tops and skinny jeans enhance my body features. I hate clothes like tracksuit bottoms, I feel like they make me look extra short, rather than skinny jeans which complement the look. Lately I’ve been getting super insecure about not fitting in the trend, but I also care about ethics a lot, so I’m torn. Just waiting for skinny jeans to be in again😉
I can imagine there's a lot of pressure on teenagers, and especially women, to be on trend. Stick with your instincts. It's all just marketing and status signaling anyway. Wear what makes you feel good!
@@BrockMcGoff appreciate that! Will do!!
Yeah I'm too broke to be hopping on trends, although I have always worn baggy graphic t shirts at home chilling but I definitely wouldn't be caught in public wearing them lol
I totally love what your saying. I'm happy with my look, which happens to involve skinny jeans and baggy shirts... I'm a slim 6ft3 34 year old musician... it works
Been wearing baggy since I was 15, so half my life. Finally my time has arrived 🙏
It’s funny that you mention boot cut jeans. I’ve been wearing slim fit bootcut denim for the past year and love them. They’re totally 70’s influenced and they’re a nice addition to my slim fit jeans and chinos.
Good subject, I will always wear that slim fit jeans , the loose fit would never fit my body type or style
Just sitting here waiting till chainmail and plate armor come back in style.
I was interested in trying out new trends years ago, which helped me to determine what i really like which is slim fitting clothes, mostly dark colours and outfits that lean somewhat preppy.
You do not have to skip every trend. However, my rule is to never go too extrem. I ditched skinny jeans when they were in trend. Instead I went for slim fit jeans and I still wear them today.
Since oversized clothing has become a massive trend, I purchased a few relaxed sweaters in neutral colours. Not baggy, but just a bit more relaxed. I am pretty sure that I can still wear them in a few years when skinnier clothing will become trendy again.
Can you give us a video on your hairstyle/haircut it always looks great in every video and need to deets
I can appreciate both ends of the spectrum. I like practical clothes and I also like expressing myself in my own unique style. I’m getting to the point where I dress for myself I may get inspired by trends but not necessarily adopt them or I may have outfits a stick with the classics, I guess I’m all over the place. It has taken me years to get to this place ,and I always keep an open mind.
I totally agree with your video and what you’ve decided is best for you. I have great slim fit clothing that fits me great, I feel good wearing and looks good, in my opinion. I’m going to stick with my current wardrobe too, as I put together a nice collections of all the staples. This is all I need so now let’s get our world back to normal so I can start wearing more of them on a regular basis. Excellent video and thanks for sharing your viewpoints on this.
Slim straight suits me better in Jeans as I'm a 44 inch chest and just got 32r jeans from M&S. I had to go on a shopping spree as my shape changed and I used to wear a large in polos when i should have bought xl in some cheap brands. I like polos and OCBD shirts. I had to get xl in shirts as well but they fit great. I like to be comfortable in clothes and that's my priority.
Wear your clothes that represent who you are and what you believe in. It's about expression.
I am 29 years young. I did the baggy hip-hop clothing, I did the dark tight emo phase, and I did follow trends up until I realized I would rather be myself.
I would rather wear clothes that complement my body. I am a 5'4 Asian 135lbs bulky male. I love both slim fits and athletic tapered fits.
I'm not a minimalist nor am I the fashionable trendy guy. I'm cut down in the middle.
Don't get me wrong I love classic clothing but sometimes I want that baggy hoodie for comfort, bright colors like pink or yellow to complement my neutral clothing, and I love my denim jackets. Formal I am not familiar with yet because I dont have the budget.. still studying for nursing boards.
But yeah. I just want to give my two cents.
TL;DR Your fashion style should represent who you are and your lifestyle.
It's easy being the best dressed man in the room. Even better dressed than the women. Today's fashion is just utterly awful. It's an abomination. There's no discussion to be had really. Most people dress awful. I've never understood people that follow trends. Everybody's talking about "expressing themselves" but they are "expressing themselves" exactly like everybody else.
It has to do with age. Young people, especially those very susceptible to the mainstream, will wear trend fashion. It was skinny in the 70-80s, then Baggy in the 90-00s, then skinny again 2005-2020, now baggy again. But at our age, +30, it would be ridiculous to dress baggy or oversize. Plus, the fit look is what best fits with shoes, boots, and stylish clothing. Like Rockstars 😎
I am a husky build guy in his late twenties, and regular fit or slim fit clothes best suits me.
😅 Bro I'm 45, the most baggy I wear is a relaxed pleated pant! I try to stick with basics since they're so much easier to just throw on and that's why imo most trends are a waste of money especially with us older guys
Im from Detroit, i been wearing baggy shit… i have also never gone on tiktok😂
I've been noticing the baggy trend as well and I'm glad you did a video about this. I wore baggy clothes back in the 90s and early 2000s. I know baggy. Once the slim fit and skinny's came out I noticed that look was much nicer. I'll stick with the slim fit, but maybe once a month wear baggy. There is no denying that baggy clothing is the most comfortable of any clothing trend. It's so comfortable that you can easily get used to it and prefer to wear them over fitted. However it's not enough for me to completely switch over. Baggy makes me comfortable, slim fitted gets me compliments. But wear what you want! Great video!
My problem is mainly that the (online) stores I 'trusted' no longer resonate with me. H&M were simple, clean, basic items worn by simple, clean guys like me.
Now even the most basic T-shirt has to be worn three sizes too big by someone with three different hair colours. That way I can't see if it's something for me or not and I have to look for other stores.
(Maybe slightly exaggerated)
I agree 100%. I used to mostly buy my clothes from H&M and they had plenty of classic pieces for men that were really good and had great quality. Now everything is overpriced, oversized, overhyped.
keep seething
Keep in mind, businesses normally target a specific age bracket, so as you age out of it, they will suit your style less. When H&M and you meshed, you like what they had. Now that you’re older, it makes sense that you wouldn’t, since they are a more trend-forward brand.
I went in to an H&M over here (UK) the other week. I bought a basic t shirt but everything else was oversized and bright/bold patterns. I’m 36 but I felt about 100!
I'm a practical dresser with my own sense of style. I wear clothes that fit my body type and tailor them to fit accordingly with pops of color in small doses. I'm a larger guy, so skinny is not my thing, but neither is baggy. Fit is king.
It would be ab absolute boon if you make a video on the essential lowers ( pants, jeans, shorts etc) a man should have in his wordrobe. Also the essential colours of these respective items. Really follow your fashion ideology. Hence, looking forward to that video!
I will not be following this trend. Over sized clothes make people look sloppy sometimes homeless. I think this trend looks ridiculous. I will stick to the well fitting clothes. Not skinny, well fitting
Please make a video for colour combination for brown skin people
Slightly oversized hoodies are fine imo and quite comfy for lounging and airplane/train rides
This is absolutely how I feel . You’ve hit the nail on the head, for me! The only thing I will add is that oversized has been growing for a few years and, as with a lot of trends, it started with women’s fashion but has now filtered through to guys.
Seems to be mostly a younger crowd who are into it as well. I’m in the UK and when you see students/young people (male and female) it’s all oversized, baggy stuff. I’m not a fan of it for exactly the reasons you mentioned plus the fact I don’t think oversized looks flattering on anybody. I do rather feel that’s almost the point of it though…
a big thing right now are chunky trainers and shoes. i gave it a try and boy does it not work for me. i think that trend is gonna be a pass for me.
If I had the money to afford it, I'd like exploring new trends more often, even if that only meant buying one or two new items and giving them away in a year when the trend has passed and I've decided I don't like that trend after all. Who knows, maybe I'll indulge in a trend and find I still like it long after the trend is over and end up buying more stuff? That's what ended up happening with oversized clothing. Bought two oversized t-shirts from Uniqlo and I ended up loving them. I feel like I've finally found something I like and feel good in.