/fa/ - Fashion

Yay.

Anyone know anything about Coldsmoke?
http://www.coldsmokeco.com/

http://www.chromeindustries.com/us/en/bags/utility-bags/victor-urban-utility-belt

http://www.chromeindustries.com/us/en/bags/utility-bags/chekhov

We lesser-known techy brands now?

http://searchandstate.com/

>>8115310
I think we've gotta.
Everyone here knows the regulars. We're going to need to go deep. Real deep.
Side note: Saw a guy wearing a Stone Island jacket. I said, "Hey, nice jacket. Is that one of their shadow projects?" We chatted a bit, jacket wasn't, but he was clearly happy I knew the brand.
Those kinds of things make it worth the while to spend a little extra.

I just bought this:
http://www.tlevelbags.com/wordpress/?vltg_portfolio=t-level-x-wpsv-flazma-reflective-jacket

http://townmoto.com/casual-lifestyle/pants/ugly-bros-motorpool-pant-olive

Good looking shirt, but wool directly on my skin ends badly and gross.

>>8115344
too dope man. i've been looking for some effay riding gear. thx

on an unrelated note, i fucking hate the new captcha system but i think it'll really cut down the shitposting

http://nobis.ca/S14/Fisherman.html

>>8115323
I'd love to talk with people IRL about techwear but unfortunately I live in southeastern US, enthusiasts are pretty rare.

Be sure to post some feedback about that jacket when you get it, I've been watching it too.

http://www.narifuri.com/index.html

>>8115358
Buy a pass. It's worth it.

http://www.howies.co.uk/

Lots of Merino and Schoeller

http://www.masterncommander.com/products

>>8115377
Good looking stuff.

>>8115403
Wow.

>>8115418

SUCH DOGE RIGHT?

http://proofny.com/collections#bottoms

Might get some of these for summer. Proof NY and Outlier are probably my two favourite brands for performance clothing that looks basic. I love the idea of having a universal wardrobe that can be technical looking or traditional looking depending on the shoes and jacket.

>>8115431
Please go die.

Anyone know of any cool tech wear orientated tumblrs?

inb4 >tumblr

>>8115446
Those are pretty sick.

Wish I could afford techwear, but in the mean time I will just watch these threads and cry

>>8115454
http://techwearist.tumblr.com/
http://wearablemanichaeism.tumblr.com/
http://jedem-das-seine.tumblr.com/
http://fiorenn.tumblr.com/

>>8115475
thanks guy

>>8115431
Nigga.

>>8115463
Same here, buddy.

Anyone know w2c affordable slim-ish chinos in the same color as pic? Light, almost greyish beige?

>>8115478
Levis I guess? Do they have to be technical?

>>8115489
Levi Commuters

>>8115489
>>8115494
Doesn't really have to be technical, I wasn't expecting to get a lot for too cheap. I have been looking at the commuters, but I just wanted to see if there's anything else...

>>8115489
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEVIS-Commuter-Stretch-Straight-Fit-Cargo-Mens-Pants-NanoSphere-Water-Dirt-Prof-/301089891970?pt=US_CSA_MC_Pants&var=&hash=item461a5b2682

>>8115544
tfw have never been able to find size 28

>>8115558
tfw tailor

>>8115558
I know that feel, bug.
5'6" 125# manlet
I make do with 30/30

>>8115403
>http://proofny.com/collections#bottoms
Any idea when they restock?

>>8115558
>>8115572
ya bros I got mine tailored and they fit great, probably better than if I got them in my actual size at first.
plus the pants are pretty cool, pockets in pockets and neato reflective strips

>>8115572
is it actually smart to buy that many sizes up?
I fit a 27 sometimes even and I always worry that if I were to tailor something down that much it would ruin the fit

One of us on a tmblr

>>8115631
WTC PANTS

>>8115631
Is that an SS-CP2?

Shit man. He's living the dream lol.

>>8115645
It is.
Ran him $1,100. Fucking nuts.

>>8115645
I am indeed.

>>8115644
I'm selling them for 50 dolla
http://www.grailed.com/listings/5071-levis-levi-commuter-cargo-tailored

>>8115653
bless you based grailronin

>>8115653
prob goanna buy them im in canada too so were golden.

Im just not sure if they'll be long enough i usually wear 32 L

>>8115644
Levi commuter cargos.
If you've never had something 'tailored' do it. It doesn't cost half as much as it sounds. I bought some Lululemon (pretty tech) Seawall II pants: http://shop.lululemon.com/products/clothes-accessories/mens-pants-gym/Seawall-Track-Pant-II-DWR

They were too long so I paid $17 to some Russian lady's that typically make custom wedding dresses. Now they fit like they were made for me and look no different. Going to take all my stuff to them soon.

>>8115667
Groovy. the size on label is 32, the measured inseam differs because of the high rise. I typically wear a 32 and I found the inseam quite long.

I suppose I will also contribute to this thread.

>>8115689
shout outs Trasparenti on sufu for showing me these beauties.

drooling over this The Viridi Anne jacket.

>>8115358
What's the new captcha system? My captchas were't appearing earlier on today but are normal now

>>8115475
My favourite jacket, shouldn't have put on all that weight d:^(

>>8115693
respond to my message u ninja fuck

>>8115544
Just bought them in 29x32. Going to need a hem to 30 I think. We'll see how the cuff looks.

>>8115198
when will it become socially acceptable to wear face masks?

>>8118106
when every major city is polluted to shit

>>8115198

This shouldn't be inspiration to anyone but jihadist stone throwers in some third-world shithole.

does the 5.11 Aggressor Parka count at Techwear?

So fucking stoked they restocked these beasts, FINALLY.

Anyone else here actually own techwear?

>>8118410
Dat technology.

>>8118430
schoeller makes good stuff.

>>8115544

>tfw 28x38 slendermann legs.

>>8115198
Do you have extra pockets for your spaghetti?

Anyone got any good techwear pants other than levi commuter cargo under $100?

>>8119374
It's hard to find the black ones, looking for other options, or possibly cargo shorts for the summer coming up?

>>8119368
why not levis?

i swear techboys are the only ppl on /fa/ who remotely know what they're talking about lol

>>8119368
No. Techwear and "under $100" really don't mesh well together.

>>8115631
That jacket is true autism

>>8115631
Really dope, the fit really works

>>8119498
Yeah, I don't really get it either. It's an additional softshell that does everything a normal shell would do... but you buy it to layer over a normal shell....

Beats me, man... and I'm in the techwear game.

>>8119507
>THE NORTH FACE
Please, get the fuck out of this thread.

Those pants look pretty shitty, too.

>>8119519
It's surprising light weight, the high collar and schoeller material are really good at killing the wind - where I live it's typically really windy so I really like it for that. The cape part shields bags from rain, I have a leather messenger bag so I always through it under. At the end of the day though it is a luxury fashion item, undoubtedly there are much more functional jackets I could wear instead but I really like the way the cp2 looks.

>>8119630
Ah. I guess I'm bigger on the function more than the fashion. I can see it being functional for covering a bag.

I just find it odd that they have it advertised on their site over a jacket that already looks impervious.... it's like an impervious layer for your impervious layer, lol.

>>8118410

>>8119723
It's like nobody really has this stuff :(

I guess other than the one guy, with the one jacket/cape.

w2c trainerendors in nz

>>8119654
Well the Schoeller soft shell is not actually water proof, it's not like a goretex pro shell - it literally is a 'shoftshell', think neoprene. It is very comfortable on the skin though. Yea again, I would consider it more of a fashion item then anything, but it works well in spring fall and winter because it can be thrown over a hoodie really easily, or you could throw it over a hoodless waterproof jacket.
Not trying to defend it as a all element garment, just a few use cases. I think that, which most unfortunately is often the case here, when people think about 'techwear' here they think of it in a pure utility and performance mindset - which I suppose is fair as much of it is marketed as sportswear and activewear - but it's important to bear in mind that Errolson does design fashionable items, and that a large part of the appeal of acrnm is the design. once you enter the > $500 dollar realm as well you are talking about luxury items, which of course doesn't necessitate a purely functional purpose. If I wanted to be completely waterproof and that was my only goal I'd go buy a rain poncho from 7-11 for 3 dollars and wear duckboots, but alas.

>>8119896
recommend some minimalistic techwear outerwear except acrnm? not feeling like spending 1k+ on it. what did your piece cost you?

>>8119896
>>8119654
Meant to add that the schoeller material is highly water resistant, not water proof.

>>8119746
I think there's been a large user base transition lately, so a lot of people here are just out of highschool or around that age, so most are on a budget. Also techwear doesn't get a ton of love on /fa/ except for in very recent memory.

>>8119902
What's important to you? Performance? Cost? Desigin? When you say techwear do you actually technical and performance clothing or are you thinking of a certain style, people on /fa/ tend to mix and confuse the two.

>>8119822
Don't, they're awful shoes, the nubuck leather is terrible, ages like bread.

>>8119923
design and cost actually, not that much of a performance. I just want techwear aesthetics. so, thinking of a certain style. and while we're at it, basic look?

>>8119935
Alright, well again techwear really implies the performance aspect. Your description is really vague though, and seeing as how you have an idealized style, I can't really suggest much. Maybe if you post photos I can suggest something but no guarantees.
Are you looking for jackets? pants? you'll have to be more specific

>>8119507
that guy has really shitty foot posture. hope he enjoys his collapsed arch

>>8119948
I think thats just how the shoes sit

>>8119947
something like picrelated minus the mask

ur popular pic, which was posted itt

looking for jackets/tops in general and pants

>>8119966
Well if you're looking for budget stuff I can't really suggest a whole lot that's not just nike or adidas. Essentially any of their joggers, windbreakers, parkas etc - lot's of it can be found on sale or eBay. You're not going to find anything like the cp2 - especially in your budget or really anywhere for that matter.

>>8119976
where did you find yours in black?
http://www.acrnm.com/collections/_softshell/products/ss-cp2
has gray sleeves

>>8119987
It's a vest. Has no sleeves. The S-CP2 is in jet black.. mine is actually a really dark blue, the acrnm stock photos make it appear much more blue than it is in person.

Does anyone know where I can find and Acronym Archive? Specifically I need info on two pairs of pants.

E-P2
And E-NP3

Can't find ANY info anywhere :(

>>8120139

>>8120139
*An Acronym archive (of their older seasons)

>>8120139

>>8120139
http://www.acronym.de/home.php
for collections older than ss12 you might want to ask someone in the acrnm thread on sufu that has subnet access if they can get you a spec sheet.

>>8120244
Yeah, I figured that'd be the case :( . Are they usually pretty chill in the ACR thread? I've been looking through it for those specific pants but haven't found anything

>>8120250
Yea they're all cool guys, most are willing to get you a spec sheet by request - a number of them have subnet access.

>>8120259
Brilliant, cheers for the advice man.

The techwear silhouette is the opposite of an hourglass, and there's a reason for that.

Clothing up top (hoods or headwear) is close fitting to allow visibility. True, there are some big hoods for weather protection, but you can push them back easy enough.
Middle tends to look bulky because of a bag, or bags, or gear you might be carrying. Maybe a simple backpack or maybe a messenger style bag.
Legs tend to look a little bulky because--again--gear. You've got stuff in your pockets or have cargo pockets for stuff to be put in them.
Things get slim again down below the knees for mobility. A lot of 'techwear' folks cycle or ride public transpo, so you're moving a lot. You don't want your pants caught in a subway door or on your bike chain. Footwear is close too for movement reasons still.

So an easy way to cop the techwear look is to get some ankle high boots (you can cop some combat boots cheap) and tuck cargos into them. Wear a jacket, boom, done.

Aussie stuff:
http://www.platatac.com/

>>8120338
http://www.platatac.com/platatac-bush-dax-7054.html

This is actually a really fucking good deal for a Nanosphere jacket. I'd be all over it if I hadn't just bought the t-level Flazma

http://www.platatac.com/platatac-harry-combat-jacket-nanosphere-6094.html

I need some tees to fit with all my outer gear.
Long and short and NOT wool, I have plenty of wool. Thinking some lululemon stuff or Nike maybe. They make really comfy next-to-skin clothing.

can anyone suggest gloves? Preferably electrically conductive so you can still use a touch screen in them

>>8120383
http://www.mujjo.com/touchscreen-gloves

>>8118410
link?
look similar to Carhartt. but it's 200ish euro.

>>8120623
https://tripleaughtdesign.com/

>>8120338
Shut the fuck up poet.

Trying to find more bags like this. Size wise.
http://www.chromeindustries.com/us/en/bags/utility-bags/chekhov

Hey guys, I'm looking for a cycling jacket that is waterproof to get me through my sometimes rainy commute. I'm specifically looking for something quite long in the back (most jackets are too short for riding the drops) and tightly packable, so as to keep it in my bag.
Any recommendations?

>>8120798
just go to macpack/ patagonia/ north face/ etc outlet stores and buy a simple black shell rain jacket.

>>8120807
Those that I tried were way too short, both in the arms and in the torso. Fine jackets for walking around, not so much for cycling

Jungle boots: Y/N?

>>8119522
north face jackets aren't even bad

>>8121049
What about the backpacks?
He's got Acronym jacket and North Face backpack in the picture.

finna cop these, though it might just be my autism kicking in.

>>8121135
hahahahahahahhahahahaha

>>8115204
Oh man, I want to dress like this.

>>8119902
Outlier and Aether make great stuff at usually half the price as Acronym.

You could also score some stuff from Isaora, but a lot of their stuff is a bit odd.

>>8120798
Buy this:
http://www.aetherapparel.com/shop/mens/shells/empire/

>>8120686
Bagjack kinky. They probably have smaller bags as well. Or Baicylon, or Mission Workshop.

>>8121694
You seem knowledgeable, Teku.

I'm pulling together a functional waterproof fit.
TAD Stealth Hoodie LT
Outlier Slim Dungarees

...but I'm not sure what to get shoes-wise. I'm thinking a pair of boots, like redwings, and waterproofing them down... but that doesn't seem like it would mesh entirely too well.

Any thoughts on waterproof shoes or boots? Objective is to be able to head out in torrential downpours and give no fucks.

>>8115198
>those shoes
>tech

>>8115198
you fucked up entirely because of the shoes

>>8115310
w2c shoes?

Velo City Bags. Waterproof messenger bags that are all handmade in Salt Lake City by one guy. I own both a bag and a belt made by him and they are incredibly utilitarian. I'm pretty sure this is the owner in this picture.

>>8121694
Hey mate, when you took these >>8115631 to get tapered did you get them done from the inseam or the outer? I just bought them and noticed the clip on the bottom, did that fuck it up at all? Pic related.
I noticed somewhere someone said they're pretty long too, I'll need to get them hemmed, again will that tab wreck shit?

>>8118106
You can wear them just don't be an idiot. I live in Memphis TN. Some people jokingly think I'm going to rob them lol. But usually no one cares. Not even cops. Just take it off/pull it down in doors and don't be a fag and wear it during inappropriate weather.

>>8121941
Lunarglide 5, looks like.

goretex is no more /fa/?

>>8121936
>People thinking this is actually OP.
It's just a random picture from tumblr

>>8123516
GoreTex doesn't breathe. It was amazing for the time, but textiles have come a long ways since then.

I'm thinking about starting a Google Doc to compile some of this stuff.

>>8121717
What about the Oakley lsa boot?

you pakis

ultimate tech shoe
cannot wait until release

Where can I cop some 30 W 32 L Commuter Cargos in Black? Its really fucking hard to find them.

I found a pair in navy for 60 bucks, but it doesn't look as versatile.

>>8124034
Please do
>>8124058
What is that?
>>8124148
Try looking at Levis Outlets

>>8124293
Rickdidas season 2

>>8124058
dayummm shits pricey as fuck too

how do I know if I have levis commuter cargos or just levis cargos

I just sorta found them and it wasn't specified

>>8124058

what makes it so tech

Can someone give me some advice on doing techwear in a place that never gets cold?

Don't really need anything other than light hoodies incase it rains,

I was thinking a hydrophobic shirt, and those shorts an anon posted in this thread, along with levis commuter cargos, but have no idea what to do for shoes and outerwear in case it rains.

the outerwear can't be heavy at all and the shoes can't be boots

>>8124456

Look for a lightshell. I really like the Schoeller material from my Acronym hoodie.

>>8124440
The commuters have a strap to hold the ankle closed and tight, angled pockets, and reflective bits (take note of the silver looking tab on the back pocket).

>>8124293
Alrighty, will do.

Email is in field in case anyone wants to ask for contributor power.

11 by Boris Bidjan Saberi is unreal for tech stuff

>>8123208
Not that guy but when I got mine tailored from a 33 to a 30 they tailored them from the inseam, they weren't able to do double stitching though in my case but it looks 100% percent normal. I never got mine hemmed.

>>8119746
i have a hoodie from aether.

its really nice for spring time. not a heavy jacket at all.

>>8124587
also, i know this is Arc'teryx but does anyone know the specific name for the jacket? been looking forever.

>>8124598
that doesnt look like arcteryx, unless its their new line, but i doubt it is since its white. may be some old arcteryx. could be wrong, how do you figure its arcteryx?

>>8124598
That's my grail. You will never find it, neither will I.

But it's Veilance.

>>8124598
That's Veilance's Align SFT. I don't think white's really obtainable anymore but other colors are.

http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304117904579503812069595046

Really fucking new and basic
Spend like 5min on it
Techwear Guide - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l0hvBDmZMAGEClVvASZtHheFmd2dd5VrnQzD9U8BAcU/edit?usp=sharing

Being OCD about fabric texture, garment construction and "quality" is supposedly desirable and not recognized as the autism that it actually is? They are fucking clothes. The shittiest Walmart crap satisfies the basic functionality of clothing. Being fashionable is about reflecting one's lifestyle and personality, which includes the social context that person exists in as well the budget they have. If someone not only spends all his disposable income on his clothing, but actually has to "save up" for certain pieces that he is obsessing about, then he is the very opposite of fashionable. He is a neurotic, insecure consumerist. Interesting people would never devote such a significant amount of time or resources to what they were wearing. What they are wearing is merely a reflection of HOW they live. Can't you see it?

>>8125155
You could post this same thing in ANY thread on /fa/ about ANY style.

>>8125155
>Being fashionable is about reflecting one's lifestyle and personality, which includes the social context that person exists in as well the budget they have.

you act as if this is an inherent, absolute point. why is this the case? i totally reject it.

in my opinion, fashion and how one dresses themselves is about achieving a look that the individual likes. no more and no less.

if people only dressed according to their lifestyle and income, about 70% of the population would dress in the same shit. clothing would never develop. you don't account for personal taste or style at all.

by your definition, a lower income man who works in a printing office, who wears budget office clothing is the "definition of fashionable" because he spends according to his means and dresses according to his lifestyle.

>>8125191
>>8125178
Thank Talos. Some people with sense.

>>8115653
>http://www.grailed.com/listings/5071-levis-levi-commuter-cargo-tailored

Where do you buy these new from? Can't find a source anywhere

would be nice to add in this looks something like it

>>8125191

I couldn't have said it better myself.

>>8115198
What's this parka, anon? Respond, plox.

>>8124034
that would be sick

I know there's an intro to techwear article out there but it's not very fashion oriented

>>8115204
I want a pair of shorts like that, any help?

>>8125281
>>8124527

How come Levi's doesn't sell this anymore on this website

>>8124034
Please do, that would be quite an interesting complement to the dressed down introduction

>>8115631
Ahahah I posted that photo on Tumblr.
It's a sick fit. That jacket is fucking beautiful.

>>8121977
Checked em out, pretty nice shit, not too expensive either, check em out

>>8125652
>>8115198
Is the parka Ten C fishtail?
Backpack is also Visvim ballistic 20l?

Thought getting that combo for f/w but hell mang, the backpack looks stupid with so long parka...

>>8118201
xD

>>8124634
its my grail aswell.

>>8124627
ive looked for a long while, and gotten that it was an arc'teryx Veilance.

>>8124841
I NEED THE WHITE. ill never have it. :C

>>8128088
Why does everyone love the white?

>>8118410

i have a nice little collection

>>8118410
I have an REI jacket that looks very similar to this

>>8128566
so much errolson

>>8125740
Why doesn't Brand X sell Item A anymore? Season change, styles change, new things come, old things go.

>>8121135
There's really no good tabi on the market right now. The stitching and texturing on these is ridiculous.

Anyone feel like helping out?

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l0hvBDmZMAGEClVvASZtHheFmd2dd5VrnQzD9U8BAcU/edit?usp=sharing

>>8115198
hahahahahaaah

>>8129074
You should differentiate between "techwear" and the "techwear aesthetic". also might want to check out http://dressed-down.com/blog/2013/5/13/intro-to-techwear-part-1-the-bas although Im sure youve already seen it.

>>8129118
Geez, this is far better put-together than anything I had in mind.

>>8115403
>black
>sold out

YOU'RE KILLIN ME, SMALLS

>>8129145
The article talks mostly about "actual" techwear (waterresistant, utility clothing) rather than the aesthetic, so if you could takl about that it'd be cool

>>8129163
Similar on Platatac

$269 http://www.platatac.com/platatacharry-parka-jacket-nanosphere-6167.html

>>8129197
I can't really nail that down in my own mind even. It's really broad.

>>8128566
Show us

does anyone know where to cop the neon flyknit racers in europe? they seem to be sold out everywhere

ARC'TERYX top
Lululemon ABC bottoms
Merrell glove shoes

>>8131618
Added the cap from Haley Strategic
And Henley from Ibex

>>8131628

>>8131631
Toss on a mountain Hardwear jacket and I'm good to go

Been checking in with this company since I saw them here: http://www.insidehook.com/los-angeles/coldsmoke/.. Looks like pretty legit performance pieces with some decent urban pieces mixed in. Anybody know anyone who as tried it on?

>>8115215
Been keeping my eye on Coldsmoke. They've got some legit tastemaker coverage. Anyone actually worn the gear? http://www.coldsmokeco.com/
http://www.highsnobiety.com/tag/coldsmoke/
http://www.insidehook.com/nation/that-will-hunt-ski-jackets/

>>8131906
>>8131996
This smells like marketing...

What do you guys think about the tobacco colored commuters cargos? cop or not?

>>8115198
HAHAHAHAH DO YOU GO OUTSIDE WITH THOSE CLOTHES?

>>8132751
Cop
Just got the black, they're amazing pants. White would be effay as fuck
Gotta get mine tailored

>>8131906
>>8131996

I've seen alot of their stuff, and to be honest the main problem is that it lacks a defined vision and direction. It's quite awkwardly in between, they do shells and down jackets and almost workwear-y pieces as well, imo they should refine their aesthetic more

Yo Shinobi, if you're still here: where the fuck did you find commuter cargos in 30?

>>8132938
http://www.ebay.com/sch/Pants-/57989/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=commuter+cargo&_dcat=57989&Bottoms%2520Size%2520%2528Men%2527s%2529=30&rt=nc&Size%2520Type=Regular

There didn't used to be so many available on ebay I don't think.

Is it essential to get them tailored? Considering grabbing a pair.

>>8133048
pretty essential i would say

>>8115198
How's Mayflower treating you, OP?

>>8133048
Dammit, I'm a 32 inseam. Would a 33x32 tailor down to a 30x32 ok? Seems like a big change.

>>8133119
I'm telling you man, find a good seamstress in your area. I go to these ladies: http://www.yelp.com/biz/eltsa-custom-sewing-seattle-3

They know their shit. Brought my Levi commuters in today. "So you'll be able to keep the bit at the end? The strap and snaps?"
"Yes, yes, of course. No problem." As she's pinning and adjusting.
"How?" I ask, curious.
She looks at me like I'm a fucking idiot, "I'm seamstress, this is no problem."

They did amazing work on the first pants I brought them. Getting the commuters hemmed and some other pants are getting 2" out of the waist.

>>8133116
>>8132773
>Thinking this is actually anyone in the thread.
It was just some random fucking picture I found on a tumblr, get over it.

>>8133155
New cops

>>8133155
Alright, I'll give it a shot when my pay comes in this week.

ooooo

>>8133168
Here.
I'll save you time.
The best is saved for last.

http://imgur.com/a/QwWmC

>>8133192
220 USD
From S. Korea in less than a week.
Fuck. Yes.

>>8133198
w2c?

looks excellent

>>8133109
>>8133155
What is everyone getting done with the tailoring though, exactly? Like 30x30 would probably be fine for me, is everyone getting them tapered or just hemmed since normal sizes are so rare?

>>8133198
>>8133192
Jacket is sick. What pants are those though?

c/n?

>>8133210
Thank you
All they have is the small in charcoal
http://www.wherehouse.co.kr/shop/shopdetail.html?branduid=721913&special=1

Which is exactly what I'm wearing in that picture

>>8133300
A small is fine, thanks mang.

Just got a $100 gift card to REI for my birthday, what techwear shit should I get?

>>8133235
Well I'm a manlet, 5'6" and so 30x30 needs to be 28x29 typically to fit well.
Pants I have on, in picture with Flazma, are the Lululemon ABC pants.
Pants above are the Black Diamond B.V.D. pants
http://blackdiamondequipment.com/en/mens-pants-shorts/b.d.v.-pants-APL561_cfg.html?dwvar_APL561__cfg_color=Granite#start=1

>>8133317
Arc'teryx, Nike, Black Diamond.
Avoid The North Face and hippy brands like Prana and NAU

>>8133372
Who are you?

>>8133317
man get some camping gear and go innawoods or something, shit's a lot of fun

>>8133372
>>8133386
I'm quite familiar with what brands are good and bad cus I've skied my whole life. I meant more what specific pieces etc.

I was thinking hiking shoes, my old ones are pretty worn out. Also they have some sexy packs

>>8133433
Well, what do you need? Sounds like you just need hiking boots. Should ask /out/ about those. I have some amazing Vasque boots. Practically one solid piece of leather.

>>8120798
levi commuter jacket

>>8133355
Hmm. I'm about 5'6 as well but I'm a skeleton, all the jeans I have vary from 28" to 30" waists, but I think I prefer 29-30"... sucks to live nowhere near stores that carry the kind of technical clothes we post here, I can't try shit on lol.
And thanks, never knew of Black Diamond.

>>8133563
I love brands that have lines like this:
"APPAREL WARRANTY
We trust what we make because we use what we make. If for any reason, you’re not 100% satisfied with your Black Diamond apparel, we’ll repair, replace or refund it. No charge. No fine print. No debate. Guaranteed." - Black Diamond

>>8133268
pls respond

>>8133695
Arc'teryx A2B Polo
Comfy as fuck and fits my tiny ass frame. Always going to look for their 'Trim Fit' stuff now.

http://arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&gender=mens&collection=24&model=A2B-Polo-Shirt

Probly going to get the Stone color and a long sleeve too.

>>8133695
I love that attitude when it comes to any product. Even better when it's attached to techwear, really fits with the cyberpunk mentality.

>>8133704
I'd say no. Not if you're going for a serious tech look. If you want to try for something more... I dunno, Americana-tech? Then, sure.

Are the navy commuter cargos /fa/? local store has a pair in my size for sale, but they're navy or tobacco. I just wanted black :(

>>8133741
Get the tobacco pair, those are sick

>>8133746
They're this dark khaki color though, I just felt the navy would look better for basic bitch every day fits.

tobacco is kewl for work wear though.

>>8133746
Any idea where I could cop a pair?
(and approx. cost)

>>8133774
Macys, pretty much any store that stocks Levis. They're sort of rare though.

run in, check quickly, run out.

cost goes from 60 on low end (ie on sale) to 80 on high end (ie MSRP)

quality is really good in person, I'm just worried about color

>>8124058
I think these look really rad and I might actually grab a pair, but it's leather - so just no. you don't want to go anywhere near water in these.

>>8130224
Discontinued, so any second hand channels. I don't know about eu specific but eBay, grailed etc.

>>8125740
because it's not fall any more.

>>8125281
>>8132938
>>8133774
eBay

>>8133048
If you just size down they will fit snug in the thigh if you're anything like me. they're a straight leg so I'm having mine tailored below the knee.
Sans tailoring the clasps can be used to tighten them ankle opening. I like a tailored fit so I got them tailored.

And so people will stop asking me on grailed - yes I did sell them, that's why the listing is no longer there.

>>8133719
Yeah, I mean I honestly am not going for much of anything. I was just curious what people thought and there are always a lot of jackets in tech threads

>>8133774
Bought mine off eBay

>>8133830
>>8133820
>>8133807
Thanks, might cop.

>>8129209
>>8129197
I think that's a bad idea. One of the major things I really dislike about /fa/ is that so many of the posters just want a paint by numbers guide of how to dress in some sort of style. When people start to dress by some guide is the moment when fashion stops existing as any meaningful artistic expression - styles don't develop and everything becomes stagnant and uniform.

This is especially problematic with what people refer to as a 'tech' style here lately. Largely the term techwear just means technical or performance clothing, which is totally agnostic to a styling. Seeing as how this is a fashion board and not /n/ though it does make sense that people would be asking about and discussing styles that make heavy use of techwear. When people talk about techwear style here what I believe they're really referring to is often either one of two styles. The first being a fall/winter version of athletic wear that's gone through the filter of tumblr... not to suggest that that's necessarily a bad thing, just that it's a highly stylized version. The second is what often get's called 'techninja'... when people try to discuss that here it's often difficult because it's so undeveloped as a 'style' that you can hardly call it that, it largely exists in some prototypical form that's heavily inspired by the small nu-cyber punk renaissance that tumblr and deviant art seems to be experiencing. Really the only fits that I've seen that can be considered true techninja are acrnm stock photos and maybe some sisp stuff.

>>8133866
not trying to wax-poetic, just my two cents. Do your own thing kiddies, do cool stuff.

Seriously considering copping this. Thoughts?

http://suarenewyork.com/product/suare-3m-reflective-transparent-raincoat

>>8133947
is that a raincoat

>>8133947
patrick bateman/10

>>8133961
Yeah, I wouldn't wear it on days when it's not raining but still

>>8115198
Is nylon waterproof?

>>8133947
kinda cool
70 is a lot for some plastic jacket tho

>>8133971
yeah, like five minutes after I posted it it occurred to me I could just buy a fucking raincoat and attach 3M shit to it myself

>>8133198
Note on the jacket.
The shell (and it IS in every sense of the word a shell) is 100% polyester. If it's cold out you're going to need something else underneath and it doesn't breathe at all. That's why there are little holes under the armpits.
The reflective nature is badass, no doubt, but I'm a little disappointed in the rest of it, it's pretty basic.

>tfw waiting for outlier 60/30 chinos to be delivered anytime now
>tfw the overcast wet weather in liverpool is perfect for testing them out right away
hnnnnnnnnnnnnng

>>8135657
Nice cop, could you please do a quick review when you get them?
I'm mostly interested in the cut tbh, I've heard mixed reviews about Outlier

>>8121756
wtc baag

>>8136032
http://www.coteetciel.com/en-US/backpacks/nile-rucksack-obsidian

How do you guys afford this stuff?

>>8136831
Jobs
A lot of the stuff I buy comes from companies that back it 100%. I have no issue dropping $200 on a pair of pants that will be replaced without question if anything ever goes wrong--Black Diamond.

>>8137852
Can you rec more companies like this? I'm a paranoid fuck and shit like that goes a long way towards making me happy.

Holy shit.
So worth the $190.
http://blackdiamondequipment.com/en/mens-pants-shorts/b.d.v.-pants-APL561_cfg.html?dwvar_APL561__cfg_color=Granite#start=3

And they have a little mini belt to tighten (so they fit my skinny ass 28" waist with no belt). And have zips at the ankles. Fucking Schoeller is the shit.

I need a mid-layer that's classy enough to go out in (can't look like some shitty hoodie, although a hood is ok) and comfy enough to wear to bed.

>>8120171
WTC shorts.

>>8139547
Not shorts. Pretty obviously pants with ties to sinch the ankles up.

>>8139269
seconding this, I want techwear that can also be worn when going out

>>8139621
After a little look I don't think 'classy' and hoods go together. At all.
http://store.tripleaughtdesign.com/Apparel/Jackets/Ranger-Jacket

Not a fan of the '100% polyester' though.

>>8137868
Wish I knew others.
I try to buy most of my stuff at REI and they have a year long (used to be lifetime) return policy, which is pretty solid.
Most larger companies will back their stuff, if you call and say, "I was wearing your pants and a seem blew out on me" they're going to replace them. MOST people don't do that.
Think about how often you've replaced stuff. It's probably not due to wear-and-tear and these places know that. You're probably selling your stuff, or giving it away, or trading it in at a second-hand shop.
The only item I can think of that I'll have worn out, literally worn so much it is falling apart, is a pair of shoes I own. (Pic.)
I bought then in December of 2012 so we're at about 1.5 years and I wear them every single day. Eight hours at work and everything else. For the ~$100 I spent I think that's pretty decent, honestly. So am I going to call Merrell up and say, "Hi, I wore these shoes to the point they're falling off my feet"? No. But if they did that 6mo in? Yeah. Then again I got them at REI, so... that fixes that.

grail ronin are you here

can you please post nice inspo fits with ur trainerendors

how "functional" are Flyknit chukkas compared to lunar flyknits

I used to dismiss them as girly shoes since i only ever saw girls wearing em in town,however they've grown on me

>>8140085

chukkas are the worst flyknits in my opinion. if you're going to get a pair get either racers or the original trainers

>>8140107
>>8140085
i think chukka flyknits are really ugly dude, but if you really do like them go for it

>>8139621
>>8139269
Go check out Outlier for more bizcaz_tech clothing.

>>8140085
Just get the Trainerendors from eBay

>>8140107
>>8140109
Racers/Trainers are all sold out here and carry a premium of $230.Chukkas and lunar 1+ flyknits are the only options i currently have since they are roughly $150. tbh chukkas aren't bad irl especially in gray.

>>8140139
Trainrendors look ugly,feel bad and wear down easily

>pic relataed

someone on my instagram feed chukkas on the left lunar1 on the right

alien head on my feed too
kewl chick
wearing the nsw 2013 winter tech fleece cowl neck

>you will never be a tall attractive jap able to pull off techwear

nah just kidding I'm a tall attractive white male I'm fine

nike via the moon (is lunarcore still a thing here?)

also, thoughts on the new s/s tech pack?

>>8140516
Poet pulled some strings on this i'm sure

I miss him

I miss lunarcore

>>8140543
same
:(
those were the best threads

>>8140561

>>8140551
it's going to be a thing though

I'm sure

>>8140516
>>8140551
>>8140561
>>8140569
What season? Did they do anything like this for men?

>>8140631
s/s 14, and theres a lot of men stuff but the most interesting designs seem to be for women, but i wonder if stuff like the tech poncho could be pretty interchangeable

http://www.nike.com/us/en_us//c/sportswear/

This is badass

Want that tech poncho so bad

>>8141123
titty air vents

>>8121135
W2c?

>>8124034
please do this

non /fa/ here

please tell me this is some sort of elaborate troll. anyone wearing this would get laughed @ anywhere in public

>>8141403
lol ikr

>>8141403
>>8141445

> Being pleb enough to care what others think.

>>8141381
Somebody please?

>>8140026
I'd rather not attention whore this thread more than usual, also one of my fits have already been posted.

>>8140107
I wish I copped racers before the reseller market took over on them.

>>8141403
You can say this about anything on /fa/, or almost any fashion forum, and it will have the exact same effect. It's not popular fashion and that is -ok-.

>>8141403
Everything in this thread is right at home where I live 6-8mo of the year. I dress this way daily.

>>8115494
>>8115504
>>8115544
store was selling em on clearance because no one liked them
20 bucks

>>8142131
How is Seattle? It's a short ride on the clipper from me. I'm feeling the jetsetter urge this summer and was thinking about taking a weekend trip down. I hear it's a lot like Vancouver.

>>8142272
I love it.
I was born in Colorado, grew up in AZ and CA. Traveled the country (Pacific ocean to Atlantic) by foot and hitchhiking in 2007. Lived in Michigan for a few years and then heard Seattle was "like a clean Portland without all the dirty hippies." Which is pretty damn accurate.

Pic: Little brother on the first night of our adventure.

>>8142145
Amazing cop, well done.

>>8124443
posture you filthy nigger. gtfo

>>8142092
pls dude just one real good fit with them

>>8142677
sounds dope dude
hope u have a good life

>>8141123
>those nips

hnnnnng

>>8141141
hard to get brand new m8 esp the winter collection

>>8133190
is that some maharishi? I like their pants

>>8143658
ye its ma custom pants in olive, comfy as fuck

>>8115446
just got a pair of the new way shorts. So far I love them, but its only been 60s here. Can't wait to bust them out when it gets really summery and see how they fare.

>>8142677
that's rad. I liked Portland, not the homeless. its like that in Victoria too.