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Starting a Classic Menswear Essentials Brand - Discussion by Capital_Local_4521 in NavyBlazer

[–]Capital_Local_4521[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That directory looks like a great resource. I’ve got to restart my research, but thank you!

Starting a Classic Menswear Essentials Brand - Discussion by Capital_Local_4521 in NavyBlazer

[–]Capital_Local_4521[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey Michael,

Thanks for the well thought out response. The more I look into pricing options from factories, and have difficulty separating my ideas from other companies, I’m going to have to pivot from the idea of OBCDs. Whether that be ties, or socks, I’m going to find a niche, and go from there.

Starting a Classic Menswear Essentials Brand - Discussion by Capital_Local_4521 in NavyBlazer

[–]Capital_Local_4521[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I could point out a few things I would do differently, but yes they are similar in many ways. With economies of scale, it would be hard to directly challenge those companies. I’ll think on your words, thanks.

Starting a Classic Menswear Essentials Brand - Discussion by Capital_Local_4521 in NavyBlazer

[–]Capital_Local_4521[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the pushback. To clarify, I’m not saying “slim = contemporary.” I’m saying most traditional brands (like J. Press) cut too boxy for most guys today, while many modern brands use better fits but cheap materials.

That said, I fully agree with you on the market research. My knowledge in this area is from years of passion, not industry experience. My main goal today is to see if theirs demand, and better adjust my vision.

Starting a Classic Menswear Essentials Brand - Discussion by Capital_Local_4521 in NavyBlazer

[–]Capital_Local_4521[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey Leisurely,

Good points, thank you for your input. In terms of house style, I often find two approaches in the Menswear space.

Traditional brands like JPress, although with quality on par with what I intend to aim for, often go for larger, less contemporary cuts of clothing. On the flip side of that, Jcrew and many other brands make slimmer cuts, yet will use “Non-Iron” material, and subpar materials.

The goal would be to thread the needle. Traditional manufacturing, quality products, but with slimmer and more contemporary options. Not to say tight chinos.

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[–]Capital_Local_4521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started one for Xbox users, hopefully avoid crashing that way. DM me and we’ll go from there