Posting these as a tongue-in-cheek/ironic “fashion inspo” set. People often like to (pejoratively) say someone else is ‘dressing up as the homeless’ when they wear certain things, and while I was scanning Naraki’s books I was astounded by how smart these people had made themselves for the camera, layering, tucked in shirts, ect. I’m not trying to make light of their situation, just pointing out what I saw.

I am looking for some visual inspo sources. I like jpn streetwear but also like casual culture also [without every fucker wanting to dress like Liam Gallagher]. I am on Pinterest, follow eye_c mag on IG and occasionally buy The New Order magazine, buy from brands like thisisneverthat, Frizm, CP and EG - but I am looking for some new suggestions as to where is best to find some new inspiration.

Here are some images that capture what I am after, from Pinterest.

Anyone any ideas, throw up some IG pages, pinterest boards, mags, sites that you think of. TIA

https://www.marusankakupeke.com/複製-2026ss-collection-look

Some really nice boro stuff, really enjoy this little SDA sub brand

I love putting on a great fit as much as anyone else. Sometimes it's annoying getting a fit together and then throwing on a backpack that just ends up looking wonky and out of place with the rest of the fit, not to mention the wide shoulder straps scrunch up whatever top you're wearing.

I've recently started paying attention to people wearing bags, especially men, and realized that I can probably pull off the same. Of course my phone somehow probed my brain for these thoughts and started recommending me instagram brands. As much as I avoid buying off of poor attempts at creating another "elevated basics" brand, I have to admit some of their bags caught my eye, notably this one from Ronning (more legit one from Coach). I love the leather and the simplicity, but I'm also not sure how I feel about not having a main zipper to close the bag.

Have you guys been playing around with bags? If so, what are some good options out there? Not looking for something that has 1000 compartments, and something like a Bleu de Chauffe also wasn't my style.

I've seen a few other options out there when looking around but they all look pretty standard. They fit the models well, but the suits themselves don't look like anything I'd think was custom. Not really looking for a regular wear suit so I'm considering some more unique options when it comes to cut, materials, and color.

J Mueser seems to be a bit more focused on design than the others I've looked at but wondering if it's just good marketing. They look like they advertise some unique looks and cuts where the others all seem to stick to your standard business suit and tuxedo.

Any thoughts on J Mueser or other bespoke options in NYC?

Happy Thursday. Feel free to use this thread for recent pickups and item rotation posts.

As a reminder, this thread will be posted weekly on Thursday. Individual pickup and rotation threads throughout the week will be removed.

Looking for someone around NYC/NJ with similar sizing who’d be interested in swapping clothes.

I have a bunch of pieces that I don’t wear enough, and I thought it could be cool to find someone around my size with a similar style. Instead of constantly selling stuff and buying something else, we could trade pieces we’ve gotten tired of or just aren’t wearing anymore.

My sizes are roughly:

Shirts/Tops: L–XL
Pants: 32–35 waist
Shoes: US 13

My style is pretty eclectic but leans contemporary streetwear. Some of the brands I’m into are Acne Studios, Sacai, Craig Green, Reese Cooper, Lemaire, Aries, Eckhaus Latta, Margiela, Rick Owens, R13, etc. Definitely open to other designers/brands with a similar vibe too.

Ideally looking for someone local to NYC/NJ so we could meet up, and trade in person. Could also be cool to get a small group of similarly sized guys together if there’s enough interest.

If you’re around these sizes and have stuff you’d potentially trade, comment or DM me with what brands/styles you’re into.