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Post by cobhamstokey on Jan 13, 2024 8:28:11 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice  beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). |
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Post by lordb on Jan 13, 2024 8:30:09 GMT
Just be yourself, stop being a slave to labels
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Post by felonious on Jan 13, 2024 8:35:40 GMT
I've gone the other way from Boss and Armani to looking like a tramp on occasions. I only make an effort these days to save the embarrassment of the kids and friends  Ralph Loren is my friend so I never smell so bad  |
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Post by cobhamstokey on Jan 13, 2024 8:43:27 GMT
Just be yourself, stop being a slave to labels Fair point but I think you can be yourself but have favourite brands it’s a bit like Coke or Pepsi (Pepsi for me) or McDonalds or Burger king. It’s not about status or money it’s about style (designers you like) and personal taste. |
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Post by chuffedstokie on Jan 13, 2024 9:04:04 GMT
Man at M&S here (mostly). Do like the quality of White Stuff and there's a Fatface shop in the village that gets an occasional visit.
Has to be a Mach 3 razor though.
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Post by felonious on Jan 13, 2024 9:04:11 GMT
Just be yourself, stop being a slave to labels Fair point but I think you can be yourself but have favourite brands it’s a bit like Coke or Pepsi (Pepsi for me) or McDonalds or Burger king. It’s not about status or money it’s about style (designers you like) and personal taste. Urghhhh  |
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Post by henry on Jan 13, 2024 9:04:51 GMT
I don't buy clothes anymore, just wait for the family to feel sorry for me and see what i get for christmas and birthday.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Jan 13, 2024 9:20:01 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). Aftershave - Issay Miyake, D&G dark blue, Givenchy Pi. Hair product - I’m business at the front and party at the back,so wax. Deodorant - Lynx obvs Bath or shower - Long hot soak Sunday evenings, shower rest of the week and always at night. Moisturiser - L’Oréal Men Expert (occasionally) Beard - Long stubble, Mexican tash with white cheek pieces, Braun trimmers. Boxers - Next Socks - Next Jeans - Next T Shirts - Next Suits - What’s a suit? Have blazers from charity shops. Coats- Montane for weather, charity shops for casual Shoes - Office desert boots, Office brogues, Timberland deck shoes. Trainers - Adidas, Nike air max. Gym gear - Any old shite that still fits after last time |
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Post by dutchstokie on Jan 13, 2024 10:16:25 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). Aftershave - Issay Miyake, D&G dark blue, Givenchy Pi. Hair product - I’m business at the front and party at the back,so wax. Deodorant - Lynx obvs Bath or shower - Long hot soak Sunday evenings, shower rest of the week and always at night. Moisturiser - L’Oréal Men Expert (occasionally) Beard - Long stubble, Mexican tash with white cheek pieces, Braun trimmers. Boxers - Next Socks - Next Jeans - Next T Shirts - Next Suits - What’s a suit? Have blazers from charity shops. Coats- Montane for weather, charity shops for casual Shoes - Office desert boots, Office brogues, Timberland deck shoes. Trainers - Adidas, Nike air max. Gym gear - Any old shite that still fits after last time Aftershave -Proraso…. Makes the ladies leave snail trails ! Hair products - REV styling wax no.454….a bit less ‘waxy’ and doesn’t make your hair stand on end like a twig Deodorant-Dove Shower gel- Dove Ph neutral…. Because I’m delicate ! Moisturizer- Nivea Beard - no. Women don’t like kissing a Brillo pad Do they…? Boxers - C&A. Socks - ditto Jeans - PME Legend T-Shirts - Ralph Lauren. Reasonably priced and last a hell of a long time without going out of shape… a good investment Suit …. Nah |
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Post by cobhamstokey on Jan 13, 2024 10:17:45 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). Aftershave - Issay Miyake, D&G dark blue, Givenchy Pi. Hair product - I’m business at the front and party at the back,so wax. Deodorant - Lynx obvs Bath or shower - Long hot soak Sunday evenings, shower rest of the week and always at night. Moisturiser - L’Oréal Men Expert (occasionally) Beard - Long stubble, Mexican tash with white cheek pieces, Braun trimmers. Boxers - Next Socks - Next Jeans - Next T Shirts - Next Suits - What’s a suit? Have blazers from charity shops. Coats- Montane for weather, charity shops for casual Shoes - Office desert boots, Office brogues, Timberland deck shoes. Trainers - Adidas, Nike air max. Gym gear - Any old shite that still fits after last time and this is the thing you can buy all the expensive gear but you can’t beat Lynx. Whoever is their creative force is a genius. In relation to suits I don’t get how anyone could pay upwards of 300 pounds if you can buy one that’s it’s equivalent for 50 quid that’s been worn twice. No sods going to know you’ve had it second hand especially if you have a good dry cleaner. |
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Post by tommycarlsberg on Jan 13, 2024 10:47:53 GMT
Tom Ford Noir. I had a bottle some years ago and lost it, never replaced it because it’s a more expensive one. Anyway I was walking through the airport last week and got myself a taster. I instantly felt great about myself, it’s a heavenly scent and other people actually notice it on you so I thought fuck it, worth every penny.
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Post by lawrieleslie on Jan 13, 2024 11:14:01 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). Aftershave - Joop Hair products - Nizoral shampoo and keep my hair quite short so just splash of water in the morning. Deodorant-Nivea the only one that doesn’t stain my tee shirts Shower Gel- anything with Tea Tree oil in it Beard-anything I get for Christmas usually lasts 12 months Hair cut- do my own every 4 weeks or so(helps to fund the Mrs £55 every 6 weeks 😂) Boxers - David Archy Socks- Anything from Amazon Jeans-Next Trousers-Next Tee Shirts-Next & Sainsbury’s Coats-Go Outdoors Shoes-Skechers & Crocs. Karrimore for walking boots Trainers- Merrells …the only ones that offer decent arch support for reasonable price Gym gear- anything comfy to wear but Browning badminton racket |
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Post by mickeythemaestro on Jan 13, 2024 11:26:43 GMT
As I’ve got older my taste has definately become more conservative in colour but I still like to think I’m “trendy” but love to keep up to date with current fashion. What products and brands does everyone else use. Aftershave - Diesel / Hermes. A lot of people rave about Creed but a bit too much for me price wise. Hair product - my hairs quite fine so I use wax Deodarent - Still love Lynx Bath or shower - I don’t do showers unless I’m away and have no choice beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - don’t use them but do have the odd facial every 3-6 months Haircut - once every 4 weeks Any other products you could recommend? Boxers - Hackett or Crew clothing Socks - Crew clothing (always find they last and are great quality) Jeans - Diesel T Shirts - Paul Smith Suits - Paul Smith / D & G / Twisted Tailor Coats - Diesel or Superdry Shoes - Paul Smith Trainers - Diesel or Under armour Gym gear - Nike In relation to the more expensive items like suits, coats and shoes I always go on ebay it’s amazing how cheap you can buy secondhand or something that’s got a slight defect. I’d never buy a D and G suit because they’re touching a grand but I got a beauty for 75 pounds that was nearly new and just needed a very minor repair down the dry cleaners to an inside pocket. I always find wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself (must be a confidence thing). Head and face grade 2 buzz off every 2 wayks. Sadly no need for hair products 😢 😭 Still wearing clothes from 20 years ago in some instances. Clothes shop once a year at TK Maxx to top up the wardrobe. Socks and pants always xmas gifts from the Mrs. Brut, posh glass bottle from the supermarket 4.99. I own 3 suits all from way back when but that'll do as I rarely wear them other than formal doos. Trainers, whatever takes my fancy when I see a pair. I do however like spending money on a nice coat so always push the boat out a bit and get a decent designer make like a belstaff or something. |
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Post by musik on Jan 13, 2024 11:31:35 GMT
I still like to be as untrendy as it's possible to be. I hate to keep up to date with current fashion. I think it has to do with upbringing perhaps. I don't want anyone to tell me what to wear. I have never bought anything I've seen in a commercial.
My old man used to say "klädesbög" (clothing fag) about someone if he was dressed up nicely and was not on his way to a funeral or something, especially if there were loafers with tassels involved.
Aftershave - stopped using them 35 years ago. Back then it was Yves Saint Laurent
Hair product - Cien vitamine pro and Silicea shampoos
Deodorent - Urtekram neutral
Bath or shower - showers
Beard or clean shaven - clean shaven
Moisturiser - Loctobase
Haircut - once every 10 weeks
Boxers - Spite, Panos Emporio
Socks - Doctor recommends
Jeans - HM, Wrangler (11MWZ)
T Shirts - Take off
Suits - HM, Joy Boy
Coats - Camel
Shoes - Rockport, Senator
Trainers - Hummel, Reebook, Bagheera
Gym gear - Wyte, Take off
Shirts - Camargue, Joy Boy
Wool Sweater - Emilio, Vailent
Cotton Sweater - Blue print, Joy boy
Pike shirts - North bend, Fred Perry
Jacket - Adam, Jack & Jones, Molltan
Umbrella - Samsonite
I have never bought anything in a second hand shop, including clothing. It's not that I have something against them, I visit them occasionally, but it always seems to be the wrong size. I do buy clothes on sales and at outlets, seldom at full price.
I have never felt wearing something nice makes me feel better about myself. I don't need to alter my self confidence.
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Post by Northy on Jan 13, 2024 11:33:29 GMT
I tend to try and buy environmentally, the quality seems better and lasts longer and some have a lifetime guarantee.
Nudie Jeans, (can send off for repairs or alterations)
Finisterre (send back once finished with)
Patagonia
But quite a bit is spent on running shoes and gear
Clean shaven, I don't do after shave.
Undies are Dare to Wear or Comfy balls.
Buy a bit of BAM bamboo stuff
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Post by Dave the Rave on Jan 13, 2024 11:36:51 GMT
Temu.
Cut out the western profit margins and buy direct from the people making it.
Honestly couldn't care less for 'brands' myself.
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Post by cdf on Jan 13, 2024 11:50:11 GMT
Aftershave - Hugo Boss - Bottled Nigh
Hair product - V05 superhold foam
Deodarent - Lynx
Bath or shower - Shower every day. I use Imperial Leather shower gel
beard or clean shaven - Stubble and a wet shave once a week.
moisturiser - don’t use them
Haircut - Once every 2 weeks for the side of my hair and once every couple of months for my ever thinning hair
Boxers - Next
Socks - Next
Jeans - G Star / Levi but wear G Star combats quite often
T Shirts - Pretty Green
Suits - Dont need one so dont own one
Coats - Pretty Green
Shoes - Dont need shoes so dont own a pair
Trainers - Adidas / Converse
Gym gear - Football shirt & Pretty Green Umbro Sweat shorts
I'am totally clueless when it comes to style, so, I think that I cant go wrong if I keep buying pretty green t-shirts, polos, shirts and coats
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Post by mickmillslovechild on Jan 13, 2024 12:02:05 GMT
Tom Ford Noir. I had a bottle some years ago and lost it, never replaced it because it’s a more expensive one. Anyway I was walking through the airport last week and got myself a taster. I instantly felt great about myself, it’s a heavenly scent and other people actually notice it on you so I thought fuck it, worth every penny. With you on Tom Ford. It's one of my 2 "go to" fragrances along with Viktor & Rolf |
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Post by redstriper on Jan 13, 2024 12:04:39 GMT
Aftershave - Chanel Bleu or aqua de palma eud. A bit of a luxury but its helps me feel good so worth it. Hair product - wax Deodorent - any old roll-on - hate sprays Bath or shower - head & shoulders - I don’t do baths beard or clean shaven - Stubble but use an electric razor moisturiser - nah Haircut - every 4-5 weeks Smart Clothes are whatever bargains i find trawling tk maxx - not bothered about any particular label, i just buy what I like. I have a few suits still - but no longer for work - only for Chester races etc these days. outdoor wear is usually golf stuff and most of my summer stuff is from Quba in Rhosneigr Staple clothes are usually m&s because they fit me better than most places Gym gear - gyms are sweaty places i wouldn't be seen dead in |
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Post by tommycarlsberg on Jan 13, 2024 12:05:54 GMT
Tom Ford Noir. I had a bottle some years ago and lost it, never replaced it because it’s a more expensive one. Anyway I was walking through the airport last week and got myself a taster. I instantly felt great about myself, it’s a heavenly scent and other people actually notice it on you so I thought fuck it, worth every penny. With you on Tom Ford. It's one of my 2 "go to" fragrances along with Viktor & Rolf I don’t mean to be uncouth but the stuff is like pollen to a bee with the ladies. |
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Post by mickmillslovechild on Jan 13, 2024 12:17:42 GMT
With you on Tom Ford. It's one of my 2 "go to" fragrances along with Viktor & Rolf I don’t mean to be uncouth but the stuff is like pollen to a bee with the ladies. True although with me they tend to go for just the scent rather than the person wearing it 😂 As you say, they're pricey options but that's because they use far higher quality fixatives, so you don't need to spray anywhere near as much as other fragrances and the scent lasts far longer on the skin. |
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Post by satoshi on Jan 13, 2024 12:18:37 GMT
Shave your nuts to make the Johnson look bigger
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Post by jesusmcmuffin on Jan 13, 2024 12:21:27 GMT
Aftershave Drakkar Noir
Big fan of Boss and Armani clothing , more casual Lambretta, Sergio T and Fred Perry, Tommy jeans a fave
Don't own a pair of shoes, never wear them. Boots, Levis in particular or trainers , a couple of dozen pairs, some never worn.
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Post by cvillestokie on Jan 13, 2024 12:25:43 GMT
The thing I’ve looked for most in clothing has been environmental footprint and manufacturing. I used to buy a lot of clothes but now I have tried to embrace the idea of slow fashion. I personally hate that you can buy clothes so cheaply: the material is often poor and the workers get shafted on pay. I also hate that some companies cotton on to that and talk about “slow fashion” when still screwing the working (and consumer). I have some designer clothes but most of my clothes are just non-descript from various retailers who seem to care about their clothing.
An exception to that has been running shoes, as I burn through the grip so quickly. I buy Brooks for running shoes, the same GTS adrenaline I’ve done for years. To slow down their damage, I am more strict now on only taking them out to run in.
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Post by tommycarlsberg on Jan 13, 2024 12:40:03 GMT
I don’t mean to be uncouth but the stuff is like pollen to a bee with the ladies. True although with me they tend to go for just the scent rather than the person wearing it 😂 As you say, they're pricey options but that's because they use far higher quality fixatives, so you don't need to spray anywhere near as much as other fragrances and the scent lasts far longer on the skin. You buy cheap, you buy twice. |
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Post by LL Cool Dave on Jan 13, 2024 13:21:53 GMT
Bath or shower - Shower of course. Bath is a luxury these days.
Aftershave - Prada Amber pour homme is my favourite - Calvin Klein or Zara for my daily stink
beard or clean shaven - Beard since lockdown. Currently having to send back another beard trimmer, they all seem to be so poorly made. Recommendations welcome.
moisturiser - Every day since I was 19 ish, mainly with a light, factor 15 sun tan lotion. couldn't manage without it.
Haircut - once every 4 weeks including eyebrows, very rarely have 3 decent haircuts on the bounce despite using the same barber. Best haircut I ever had was in Turkey in June for a tenner. Bit far to go though :-(
Boxers - French Connection - M&M direct specials
Socks - Farah
Jeans - Hollister or Jack&Jones (v.underrated for jeans), always slim fit.
T Shirts - Levis, Timberland, All Saints. Nothing with a slogan on them.
Shirts - mainly plain overshirts, TK Maxx are great for them (both online and instore)
Suits - don't really wear them
Coats - Barbour wax jacket, Hollister parka for cold days.
Shoes - mainly brown leather boots
Trainers - Adidas mainly however, I'm finding the soles wear out really quickly. Have switched to Nike recently.
Gym gear - fucks that? Don't think I've owned a pair of jogging bottoms as an adult
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Post by milton58 on Jan 13, 2024 13:27:11 GMT
Boss Barbour aftershaves...got to many tbh...Adidas trainers mainly sambas levi jeans...Ralph Lauren tops Barbour shirts Lacoste Lyle and Scott etc...jackets Barbour Henry Lloyd Peter storm mountain warehouse for my walks...lynx deodorant going out deodorant boss... haircut every three weeks
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Post by iancransonsknees on Jan 13, 2024 13:39:36 GMT
Aftershave - Aqua Di Parma
Hair product - Malin & Goetz Dark Rum shampoo/shower gel
Deodarent - Salt of the earth
Bath or shower - Usually the shower being at the gym 4 or 5 days a week.
beard or clean shaven - Beardish, just whack the trimmer over it when I'm in the gym.
moisturiser - not really
Haircut - Steve's on Oxford Street. £5 every 6 weeks.
Any other products you could recommend?
Boxers - John Lewis
Socks - Anything Merino or alpaca at the moment.
Jeans - Paul Smith, Cords & Co
T Shirts - Where to start - Trickett, AOF, Paul Smith mainly.
Suits - Not really. Barbour shirts and Barbour or Carhartt trousers for work. Trojan safety rigger boots too.
Coats - Paramo, Rab, Jack Wolfskin tend to be multi-functional
Shoes - Chatham
Trainers - Nike, Salewa, Puma
Gym gear - any old crap but usually Adidas and under armour.
Walking boots - Aku, Inov-8.
Walking clothes - Jack Wolfskin waterproof trousers (perfection for my fit), Artilect, Aclima - anything natural and breathable most of the time.
Slobbing gear - Odlo, Aclima.
I tend to try and find the bargains and make them last, they're not cheap either way but I buy it to last and avoid made in China/Bangladesh/India as much as is possible.
The Paramo eBay shop is pretty good for anyone into seconds/refurbished good quality kit. Alpkit shops will repair a lot of your existing outdoor gear too.
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Post by jesusmcmuffin on Jan 13, 2024 13:42:37 GMT
Does anyone do the People Just Do Nothing Lynx technique?
Lynx Grapefruit is my new fave
Bring back Insignia
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Post by rickyfullerbeer on Jan 13, 2024 13:52:11 GMT
In one of the toiletries gift sets I got for Christmas, there was a divine smelling deodorant - Dove Mens Care Advanced - 72hr Moisturising Cream - Clean Comfort.
I'll definitely be using it from now on.
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