by hharrissonn » Fri Jan 05, 2018 3:47 pm
Tell me about how you did in 2017
I did ok I guess? I bought a lot but I also sold a lot and ended up with things I'm very happy with. I'm sort of moving away from certain things/styles I feel like I've outgrown or don't interest me anymore and have got back into "fashion" in a way that I had sort of fallen out of in the past few years. Still not totally satisfied with where I'm at, but I feel like I'm moving in the right direction.
I've officially quit buying Supreme and sold off everything I had except for my backpack, but still follow the brand and honestly it's more fun as a spectator. Moved away from graphic tees in general in favor of plain stuff from Uniqlo/Noah that I'm much less fussy about wearing and is much more versatile. I bought a pair of jeans that aren't skinny and I love them, and have made myself wear chinos sometimes and am starting to appreciate non-denim pants more.
did you buy more than you had hoped/planned or less
Yes and No.
I sold off all of my Supreme tees and used the $$ to buy a few of the Supima Cotton tees from Uniqlo, and one Uniqlo U tee. I regret not stocking up on the U tees because I really enjoy the weight and fit. I also bought three Noah pocket tees, two ls and one ss, and they're probably my favorite top to wear at the moment. Nice weight, useful pocket, easy to care for, and look better with every wash. I'll probably buy a few more next season. I also got a Uniqlo U knit that I like despite how itchy it is, and a Ganryu Polyester Cardigan that I got on sale at Union. Also bought a couple patterned oxfords from Muji that I quite like. I prefer the fit to my Uniqlo oxfords, but the fabric isn't quite as substantial.
Bought Noah denim on Grailed, and after experimenting with the cuffs for a while until I was satisfied with where they hit, I absolutely love them. Heavy denim, dark wash, straight leg, button fly. Made in Japan. It's been a while since I've bought denim that wasn't the same pair of Uniqlo Slim Stretch Selvedge (I did buy another pair of to replace my old two), and I can see myself wearing the Noah pair as often if not more often than the Uniqlo. Bought Uniqlo Wide Fit Pleated Chinos in black and olive, and though I haven't worn them a lot yet, I expect to when I'm working more. The fit is nice, hem is juuuuuuust above my ankle which I love, and they can be worn casually fairly easily. JWA x Uniqlo Work Pants were another step away from my regular skinny denim, and I really love them. Bought a size too small unfortunately, but I just ordered another pair in my correct size, and once they come in, they'll get a ton of wear. Squeezed myself into the old pair fairly often.
Shoes are where I overspent. I bought two pair of Vapormax, one Asphalt Grey and the Tripple Black. They're a fun shoe and I honestly love them, but I don't wear them nearly as often as I should. I've toyed with the idea of selling them, but haven't been able to bring myself to do it yet. Almost every time I've gone to wear them, I just go with checkered Vans slip-ons instead. I bought a pair of Yuketen Country Loafers for a good deal on Grailed, and I still don't regret that purchase. They're beautifully made, comfortable, and with the crepe sole just weird enough for me to feel like they add something to an outfit that a pair of Weejuns or something wouldn't. JWA x Converse Glitter Chucks are by far my favorite shoe purchase of the year. They're loud and stupid and I love them. I'm going to thrash them and probably wear them at least 3x a week until they fall off of my feet.
I bought two hats from Noah, and I like one of them. One is black twill, and I can wear it with everything. The other is navy shaggy wool stuff and the fabric is beautiful but I feel like it looks weird on my head. I should probably sell it. Sold my Supreme shoulder bag I bought early in the year and bought a Patagonia Atom 8L, and I think that was a good decision. Much more utility and much less C L O U T.
what did you buy that you really love (post fit pics)
Noah Denim: I love these jeans. I forgot how much I love heavy denim. Kind of starting to develop fades/honeycombs now and they're only going to get better with wear. I probably wear them 4-5 times a week, and don't see that changing.
Noah Tees: They're comfortable and well made. I wear the long sleeved ones once a week each. I'd love to have more.
Ganryu Cardigan: I had been looking at it on the Union website for a while, and it happened to be on sale when I was visiting LA, so I bought it. It's heavy enough to be worn like a light jacket, and surprisingly comfy/spongy, almost like neoprene. The buttons are (probably faux) mother of pearl and it add's a nice glossy pop to the already sort of shiny poly knit. Great with a tee, great with an oxford. That's basically all I wear so I'm golden.
JWA Glitter Chucks: These are so fun. Like I get kind of giddy every time I put them on. The glitter is surprisingly easy to work into otherwise very plain outfits, which is exactly what I had hoped for. They have a leather insole that is super comfortable, and the 70's outsole/toecap has definitely lived up to the hype for me. I can see myself getting another pair of 70's this year when I need to replace my Vans. Jonathan just gets me.
what did you buy that was a huge mistake
H&M Black Skinnies: I'm never going to wear these. I told myself I would but I totally won't. The wash isn't dark enough, the fit isn't as good as my indigo pair from Uniqlo, and I don't feel like they mesh with where I'm trying to take my wardrobe.
H&M Studio Cropped Chinos: They're neat but I'll probably never wear them again. Just not feeling them, but I guess not a HUGE mistake since I got them on pretty steep sale. They'd be nice on someone not quite as tall as I am.
Every Graphic Tee I Bought: Can't do it anymore. I need to just appreciate graphic tees from afar I think. Sold my Have A Good Time tee after wearing it like twice, and have an unworn Noah x The Cure tee in my dresser that I might never get to even though I love the idea of it. 2018 I won't buy any, even if it's a collab I like or something.
and to focus less on buying — look back on your styling in 2016.
I was super unhappy with what I was wearing in 2016. I was trying too hard and buying stuff that I had convinced myself that I liked because it was hard to get. I'm trying to not do that as much anymore. I was just staring to get back into clothes as a hobby in 2016, and basically picked up where I left off in 2013 but with slightly more expendable income, which... wasn't exactly great, at least in my mind. I feel like maybe I'm maturing a little? I just bought a casual blazer so like maybe. I like where I seem to be going.
what did you like wearing?
Solid tees, oxfords, denim, khaki chinos, a hoodie. Small Black Beanie or black cap. Vans and JWA Chucks. I think that isn't going to change much in 2018.
what did you expect to wear more often than you did?
Skinny denim I guess? Idk I'm getting too fat/old to only do skinny denim. Not mad about it. I also thought I would buy corduroys and wear them all the time but I never did. There's a pair by MHL that I like a lot and will buy if I can find them in my size/at the right price.
what does 2018 look like from your head?
Perfecting the style vision of myself I had in my head when I was like 17. Looking more adult but still having fun with clothes. Wearing lots of Navy and Black and Khaki. Maybe buying a suit? Corduroy, Waxed Cotton Canvas, Cable Knits, Pebble Leather. Wearing stupid fun things out to clubs/bars with friends. Being comfortable and unconcerned. Trying to limit myself to buying things I not only genuinely like but will wear regularly.
Sorry for the lack of pics but I realized I didn't take that many this year (at least not until like 3/4 through). I'm gonna try to be a lot more active on here this year and make it a personal project to really refine what I'm wearing and truly appreciate the things I have. Happy New Year love u all.
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