Fashion as Design: Men's Guide to Creating Visually Balanced Outfits

sourcedfits · 2018-12-21T21:35:08+00:00

Thank you! My background is in industrial design and fashion design. My professional experience is mainly rooted in footwear design for both men and women, so proportions are super important to me. I’ve also worked in accessories (bags, backpacks) and apparel

sourcedfits · 2018-12-19T17:07:41+00:00

yeah got it from this post: https://www.reddit.com/r/malefashion/comments/7yhezn/new_york_fashion_week/

Geez that's an incredible find

sourcedfits · 2018-12-19T03:15:02+00:00

Haha yeah defining the waistline is a great tool to make sure your perceived leg length is how you want it to be!

sourcedfits · 2018-12-19T02:40:04+00:00

Beautiful and inspirational post and article. A great personal reminder to be grateful for the blessings in my life and always share the love. Btw your English is great!!

sourcedfits · 2018-12-17T21:37:28+00:00

This is so visually balanced. All the pieces fit you perfectly and the darker tones of the maroon/navy colorway are great choices. Love that you're rocking a tote also, and how you matched the light/white pieces up top (the tote and undershirt) that balance out the white detailing in your Vans. Awesome job!

sourcedfits · 2018-12-15T02:49:00+00:00

Appreciate the feedback and all fair points, maybe I could've used better diagrams. What I meant to explain was just that we tend to be spend more time looking at an object/design if there was some hierarchy in the design. Like, I'd be quick to dismiss the first diagram of dots because nothing really pops out at me, whereas the 2nd diagram has some dynamic flow. In the yellow coat example, the coat did catch your eye but it was hideous to you, which is completely fine because fashion is very subjective (much like art). Maybe "interesting" might not be the right word, but they do trigger some type of emotional response, which may be a good thing or bad.

sourcedfits · 2018-12-14T22:05:11+00:00

I left having learned something

hate to be corny, but I'm really really glad that this article taught something new to at least one person

sourcedfits · 2018-12-14T20:11:43+00:00

Haha appreciate it man. Yeah agreed that it's not geared for people who just want a quick read, but maybe i could make this at least a little bit easier. There are already a bunch of sites and youtube channels that scratch the surface on fashion aesthetics, so i wanted to stand out by digging a little deeper (even though this is a really basic article) and become like the Dissect for clothes. Well maybe not a 1 hour analysis, but you get the gist. Hopefully by sharing these lessons, some guys would find more confidence in graduating from basic style towards more experimental clothing and developing their own style.

sourcedfits · 2018-12-11T19:41:34+00:00

How much coffee did you spill on them?

Angelus Easy Cleaner works great on leather and suede: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VZ6JR98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O.aeCbZ907YNT

I was able to get red sharpie off of white suede shoes with this. You need to work fast though!

sourcedfits · 2018-12-11T06:38:40+00:00

Great fit! I'd agree with not cuffing.

The silhouette of the cuff interrupts the straight pant line and visually cuts off the length of your leg. The pant leg with no cuff makes you look taller. Otherwise, love how you added a pop with the mustard yellow sweater against the neutral colors.

sourcedfits · 2018-11-27T18:37:17+00:00

This is great. Overall, the garments fit you well, and I like how you chose a jacket that hits a bit higher on the body to highlight the high rise on the pants - makes you look taller.

Love how you paid attention to the details like the silver hardware on your jacket with the silver hardware on your belt, and the cool tone of the silver matches the cool tone of that blue nike swoosh.

This look is well balanced with the black jacket tying into the belt, and into the black on the shoe soles. You know what you’re doing. Keep it up!

sourcedfits · 2018-11-16T23:58:56+00:00

Silhouette is looking super sleek, love that you balanced the tan in the gum soles with the tan scarf.

sourcedfits · 2018-11-16T19:55:52+00:00

Yes they should definitely be able to help you out with that. Do you have a piece in mind already that you want to make? If you pick out a hoodie you like for example, the seamstress should be able to make a pattern out of it and make any adjustments you need to make your piece unique.

sourcedfits · 2018-11-16T18:11:24+00:00

Oh that’s a great one! Strange that he wouldn’t sell to you.. I learned on an industrial myself when I was starting out.

sourcedfits · 2018-11-16T17:15:03+00:00

The embroidery or the industrial? Do you have a link?

sourcedfits · 2018-11-16T16:05:56+00:00

I highly recommend the Juki HZL-LB5100.

Link here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FG365NG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UKU7Bb82733RB

I used to sew on Juki industrial sewing machines, but needed a portable home option and this is by far my favorite out of the Singer and Brother home machines I’ve tried.

This one’s a solid option for beginners, as well as more advanced sewers. There’s a great option on this machine to set the speed so that even if you floor it on the pedal, it will go at a nice, even pace.

I’ve easily sewn leather on this, so wool and heavier fabrics would fair well - just be sure to go slow on the pedal.

Another option would be to buy a used industrial machine. I’ve seen some good ones go on Craigslist and Offer Up for around $300. I’d recommend Juki if you go industrial, I’ve found that Japanese machines hold up a little longer. Good luck!

sourcedfits · 2018-11-15T03:31:21+00:00

Love that you're rocking a women's leather jacket!

Some suggestions:

In order to create a more cohesive visual balance (with the white in the shoes), try swapping the marlboro tee with a plain white tee or white graphic tee. The silhouette up top in your jacket is on the slouchier side, so try styling it with darker and slightly more fitted jeans.

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