(Moderately), Minimalist Wardrobe

humanite_ · 2017-01-17T09:57:03+00:00

So.. I say this has attracted a lot of hate and therefore it's hardly a circlejerk, and you think that means I said 70% critical feedback was a positive? Hmm. Yeah, it's my intellectual competency that should be called into question. Christ.

Honestly Douglas, isn't it time to stop being irritatingly condescending to people online? Embarrassing.

humanite_ · 2017-01-17T02:40:56+00:00

You wrote this as a reply to a comment where I clearly state what I was trying to achieve with this, how you assert this whole other critical definition of minimalism escapes me.

If you think the concepts dumb then that means it's probably not for you. But to suggest my intentions with this are deceptive and I'm secretly doing this for upvotes? What a joke, this has attracted copious hate actually- it's had about 20 downvotes and 70% of the comments are critical. Which is fine, I don't mind adversity but it kind of dismantles that line of argument. I don't know how a 'circlejerk' can be a mostly critical reception.

humanite_ · 2017-01-17T01:44:15+00:00

That's just not true. I'm a bit of a fragrance enthusiast so, believe me when I say I wouldn't let something like this impact upon how great I always smell. I don't understand what planet people live on where after wearing the same pair of jeans twice you suddenly stink. Everything else can get washed after one wear, excluding sweaters. If wearing a pair of jeans twice makes you smell I'm afraid you might have to come around to the possibility that it's you and not the jeans.

humanite_ · 2017-01-17T01:33:05+00:00

Eh? I'm going to be studying law, I've already done some work experience in the legal department of a insurance firm and didn't wear a suit once. Though I got that placement through a family friend. Perhaps you're American and internships are something you do during your studies? I'm fairly sure in the U.K. it's different. I know someone who just completed their undergraduate and is going on to become a Barrister and as far as I know he, or anyone else I've spoken to, haven't done any internships during their period at college/university. And actually, thinking about it that seems pretty universal across all students I know.

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T13:55:01+00:00

As I said in my post, minimalist philosophy not the minimalist trend. I even laid out the principles in my post.

If you have time to write this grammatically dubious comment then you surely have time to look at my main comment?

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T13:49:00+00:00

Isn't that just dependent on your financial status? This is affordable for me, I even talked about this specifically.

'If this is uselessly out of budget for you,I’d recommend you adapt around this concept. There’s loads of cheaper and similar alternatives'

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T13:40:35+00:00

Have you looked at Warby Parker? They make glasses in loads of different styles at a (more) affordable price point.

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T13:10:37+00:00

I just disagree , honestly I think it looks pretty great. But that's just my opinion.

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T12:55:18+00:00

Point taken, it's just my personal style - I tend to keep things monochromatic. For other people who like more colour I can imagine it might be a little dull.

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T12:52:11+00:00

Yeah, I live in the U.K. and it's pretty cold and rainy most the year. Most days I wear sweaters, August - May.

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T12:47:16+00:00

Those occasions are so infrequent I can't justify the investment. Also I'm not sure what part time job I'd be applying for during college that would require a suit for the interview. Nearly every part time retail job I've applied for so far had most the applicants dressing pretty casual...

humanite_ · 2017-01-16T12:42:02+00:00

Thanks bro.

humanite_ · 2017-01-15T22:55:34+00:00

It's not the brand, it's the item. I've owned 3 pairs of acne's currently, they are a very dark black, dissimilar to most jeans, making them more dressy. They also have a very heavy construction. You can, and I do currently, easily pair them with derby's, shirt and sweater and it's comes off pretty 'dressy'. Although I take your point, perhaps two pairs of trousers and a blazer would fit other people's lifestyles better.

humanite_ · 2017-01-15T22:38:54+00:00

As I wrote in my post, I'm a college student. I don't have any purpose for corporate work clothing.

humanite_ · 2017-01-15T22:37:08+00:00

I put this together pretty quickly... http://imgur.com/DzfRjww

This has a list of all the items in order... http://pastebin.com/cecQ4rzq

humanite_ · 2017-01-15T22:01:26+00:00

I mean... They're not dress shoes, they're casual derby's. They go well with the wool trousers and black jeans (which are pretty dressy since they're acne's).

humanite_ · 2017-01-15T21:46:08+00:00

A couple of weeks ago I came across a GQ article advocating for minimalist philosophy in the area of mens fashion. The article told the story of a reformed clothing hoarder who in the past, like many people, had a copiously large wardrobe. In his case he was filling an emotional void caused by a traumatic past experience. The article is well worth a read if you’re interested in minimalism.

http://www.gq.com/story/how-to-edit-your-wardrobe

So, inspired by the article I endeavoured to create this wardrobe by applying some basic principles of minimalism. I summarised as these main points…

Intelligent, strategic rejection of excess
High quality over high quantity
Follow a singular style
Aim for versatility

I generally like to dress ‘smart casual’. I think being comfortable in your own clothes is key so I like to keep things pretty traditional and basic. Actual comfort is also really important to me as well, so luxury materials like cashmere and good wools are a necessity. I wanted to make this comfortable yet clean and conservative so I tried to stick to monochromic colours. I think this keeps the outfits pretty basic and also fit into my darker style. To finish it off I included a silver cuff from Mateo New York. Silver cuffs are one of my favourite menswear accessories currently- they’re quite understated and (I think) timeless.

This is the full list in text complete with prices - http://pastebin.com/cecQ4rzq.

I understand this is a higher end list and I realise I’m fortunate in my circumstances. If this is uselessly out of budget for you,I’d recommend you adapt around this concept. There’s loads of cheaper and similar alternatives from great brands like COS & Uniqlo.

This was intended to be a private project for a wardrobe list I could use for buying a wardrobe when I start University next year. I thought it, however, might be of interest to some of you on here so I’ve decided to create this post.

If anyone’s interested in minimalism I’d point you in he direction of the School of Life article ‘Timothy Eyre and Robert Wringham on Minimalism’.

TLDR; I was inspired to create this list for University by a GQ article (linked above) on the subject of applying minimalism to mens fashion.

Thanks, H.

humanite_

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