A few years ago, I had a girlfriend who (gently) took me to task about my wardrobe and made a few suggestions as to how I could look better. I could see the difference after I'd tried a few new outfits, but I'm not very good at coming up with them myself, and I'm not very good at knowing what looks good and what has to change. It recently popped into my head that I could hire someone to help me out with this, but I know absolutely nothing about how to do so--although I hope MeFi harbors someone who does. Can you help me? [more inside]
posted by tellumo on Nov 19, 2009 - 17 answers

My boyfriend and I really want to win Most Stylish Couple at The Sadie Hawkins Style Ride in one week. Any suggestions? (previously) [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on Nov 6, 2009 - 10 answers

Help me find images of handsome, manly men in white sweaters. I'm trying to convince my husband that a white sweater is as versatile as his dour browns, blacks and grays. If they are layered with shirts under or jackets over, all the better. Thank you!
posted by B-squared on Nov 6, 2009 - 28 answers

I'm looking for a men's digital watch that is simple, slim and ergonomic. [more inside]
posted by snarfois on Oct 9, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm embarrassed by the way my husband dresses. He says he wants to dress better, but that he "physically can't". [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 8, 2009 - 62 answers

Looking for some style advice for a 21 year old from the HiveMind! [more inside]
posted by Junior687 on Oct 6, 2009 - 23 answers

What kind of hat did Melanie Laurent wear in Inglorious Bastards? (link included inside) [more inside]
posted by Hands of Manos on Sep 25, 2009 - 5 answers

I am curious about different varieties of hip-hop style (basically, the kinds of things I see cool [mostly] black teenagers and young adults wearing). I'm interested in looking at pictures of it (are there street fashion blogs for this kind of thing?) and also in finding out more about the history, origins, and cultural associations of this kind of dress (anything from academic articles to fashion magazines). [more inside]
posted by bubukaba on Jul 24, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm 27 and feel like I dress like a teenager. How can I update my look whilst retaining quirkiness and personality? [more inside]
posted by mippy on Jul 6, 2009 - 27 answers

How would I find a place in DC that could make some custom-made dress shirts for me? Or should I tailor my normal store-bought "fitted" shirts? Will this remedy my issues? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Mar 25, 2009 - 9 answers

How can you speed-up the process of a T-short becoming thin, worn, and soft? I don't care about discoloration. [more inside]
posted by ilovehistory on Feb 15, 2009 - 9 answers

Obscure style filter: Can you help me piece together this fantastic look using the interwebs? Help a girl go all Parisienne for winter. [more inside]
posted by lottie on Feb 4, 2009 - 5 answers

I'd love to own a nicer pair of jeans like Diesel, Lucky or Rock and Republic. However I can never seem to find my sizes... [more inside]
posted by PetiePal on Dec 29, 2008 - 10 answers

Poor but picky man needs shoes both sturdy and stylish. [more inside]
posted by waltzing astronomers on Dec 3, 2008 - 3 answers

What are some good international fashion sites and blogs? [more inside]
posted by thomascrown on Oct 16, 2008 - 9 answers

Where can I buy a dress shirt and tie combination in which the shirt's cuffs and collar have the tie's print on them? [more inside]
posted by Vorteks on Oct 6, 2008 - 4 answers

My other half really wants me to get the modern shag hair style like Brad Pitt's. I have long hair at the moment and I'm not too keen on the change... I think it's too feminine (pink is not the new black) and outdated. Am i being too stubborn?
posted by jakubsnm on Sep 28, 2008 - 28 answers

I would like some direction about making my wardrobe work well for my lifestyle that I see as diverse. [more inside]
posted by seekingsimplicity on Aug 24, 2008 - 12 answers

Is there a specific term/genre that defines bloggers such as Gala Darling, Nubby Twiglet, Queen Gilda, Doe Deere, This is Star, and Agent Lover? Has anyone tracked this? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Aug 20, 2008 - 8 answers

Is there a site out there that can help me keep track of what I wear? [more inside]
posted by mathlete on Jul 27, 2008 - 6 answers

Seattle or Eastside: Recommendations for a hairdresser specializing in trendy cuts for men, despite the formidable obstacle of seriously thinning hair. This may be my last chance to look young, hot, and fashionable, before my hair declares to the world the world "Going on middle aged and should know better by now!". I have long hippy hair that has never been fashionable. It's disappearing and I'd like a trendy cut at least once before it's too late. It may already be too late. I fear a stylist is going to misjudge how thin it is (the length disguises this) and botch it. So: Who is a miracle-worker hairstylist who can give guys makeovers to hotness?
posted by anonymisc on Jul 26, 2008 - 6 answers

Is there a type of thermal (or similar) underwear out there that will keep me warm when it's cold, but also cool when it's hot? [more inside]
posted by katala on May 17, 2008 - 18 answers

What to wear in NYC: how can a girl be stylish, comfortable and be climate-appropriate for Manhattan in the month of May? Or, trying hard to look good without looking like I'm trying too hard. [more inside]
posted by hellopanda on May 4, 2008 - 10 answers

Ladies of MetaFilter: what socks/hosiery do you wear with dress shoes and boots? [more inside]
posted by peep on Feb 3, 2008 - 30 answers

My favorite styles of clothing and accessories tend to be whimsical, cute, and generally suited to children or teenagers... but I’m in my late twenties. I obviously need to outgrow this eventually, but I’m not sure when or how. [more inside]
posted by Metroid Baby on Jan 31, 2008 - 27 answers

I enjoy watching What Not to Wear and find myself analyzing real people on the street through the lens' of Stacy and Clinton. Help me find a kindred website! [more inside]
posted by ml98tu on Jan 22, 2008 - 14 answers

What good fashion/style/beauty resources are out there for South Asian (Indian/Bangladeshi/Pakistani) women that aren't all about saris and lenghas? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 12, 2008 - 8 answers

Satisfying my inner fashion maven: Is it possible to experiment with style & fashion without getting caught up with its superficiality? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 5, 2008 - 50 answers

How do I get art back into my life? [more inside]
posted by whoaali on Nov 1, 2007 - 10 answers

I need new glasses. My style sense is atrocious... how can I find out what frames are in fashion, and which of those suit my overall look? [more inside]
posted by Slap*Happy on Oct 31, 2007 - 21 answers

Help me find one or two "signature" accessories to make my boring work clothes super fantastic. [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects on Aug 3, 2007 - 29 answers

Can anyone identify the pattern on this shirt and tell me what these people are or anything about the pattern. I bought it at a vintage clothing store a little while back and while its one of my favorite shirts and I'd like to know more about it. here are the photos
posted by tev on Jul 23, 2007 - 3 answers

How can a tall, mid-thirty's male put together an inexpensive but stylish wardrobe covering casual, business casual, going out, etc. using as few repeated pieces as possible... [more inside]
posted by objdoc on May 20, 2007 - 7 answers

I need to extend my fashion vocabulary into the current decade. [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri on Apr 13, 2007 - 5 answers

How to carry stuff hands-free without a style disaster: What is the most stylishly understated (dressy, even) backpack bag for an urban guy in his 30s, long past the schoolboy days? Is it a lost cause? Am I only deserving of fashion-police arrest? Style Mission Impossible: If a backpack seller did product-placement in The Matrix, and you were the designer entrusted to make it not terrible, what would you do? Are there re-imagined backpacks out there, like say, straps with a cut reminiscent of an open vest? Any alternatives as practical, yet (unlike laptop satchels) not equally dorky? There is also [more inside]
posted by -harlequin- on Dec 6, 2006 - 26 answers

What women's fashion magazine do you like and feel is worth the cost? Or failing that, which ones don't make you hate yourself for buying them? [more inside]
posted by orange swan on Sep 28, 2006 - 51 answers

I bought the suit ostensibly for a wedding but, frankly, I liked the idea of posessing a suit again not having owned one for at least ten years. I enjoyed wearing it. I felt good in it and was told I looked good in it, and that was nice. Having spent so much money on an item of clothing which also made me feel good, I'd like to wear it more often. But the question is to where? I'm rarely invited to weddings. Occassionaly I attend church. Once or twice a year I attend an awards dinner. What else can I do socially to give me more opportunities to wear my suit? This is a man posting, just to clarify.
posted by TheManticore on Aug 10, 2006 - 28 answers

Where can I do research on the styles of American teens in 1995? [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse on Aug 7, 2006 - 14 answers

A question for the female four-eyed hipsters among us. Which eyeglasses are considered cool this spring? [more inside]
posted by cior on Apr 11, 2006 - 19 answers

Does a stylish and functional parka that meets my criteria exist? Or am I out of luck? [more inside]
posted by abbyladybug on Jan 6, 2006 - 19 answers

Where can I learn about dressing well as an overweight man? [more inside]
posted by callmejay on Dec 26, 2005 - 17 answers

I would like to change my style. [more inside]
posted by pissfactory on Jul 14, 2005 - 41 answers

Can you recommend any great books on fashion and style? [more inside]
posted by orange swan on May 18, 2005 - 7 answers

Are there any places in New York City or Westchester County that can provide help with hats, scarves, hairpieces etc for an elderly woman with alopecia? It's genetic, not caused by chemotherapy. [more inside]
posted by Quietgal on May 9, 2005 - 3 answers

I'm a big fan of the British version of What Not to Wear. I've been watching it for years. Trinny, one of the presenters, has always worn dresses over pants. I always thought it was one of those things only she could pull off, but in a recent episode, she tried that look on someone who is built very similar to me (tall, wide hips, narrow shoulders), and it really worked. I tried on one version of this in a dressing room this weekend, and I think it's a look that could really work for me, but I'm having trouble working out what type of dress will work the best. I think I get the type of pants that work best (flat-front without any bulky details around the waist, flared leg, etc.), but the dress part... I can't quite imagine it. Any ideas? I'm 35, so I don't want to look like a trendy little girl. You know, like this. [more inside]
posted by abbyladybug on Apr 26, 2005 - 20 answers

More clothing-related japery!
So I'm an English major and pretty queer for most things Victoriana, and have been desirous of obtaining some natty duds in the Dandy style for... years now. The problem is that I'm something of a failure at all this fashion stuff. I am just no good at it. I don't dress like a slob, but I have no idea how one would go about obtaining, you know, waistcoats. Especially at reasonable prices, since I really don't have all that much discretionary income.

So: enlighten me! Where do you find these sorts of things for real bargain-basement prices? If you have specific regional advice, I live in Madison, WI and have easy access to Minneapolis/St. Paul. Otherwise, specific ebay strategies might be helpful? I find browsing the listings tedious, and although I have bid on things occasionally, there's always someone willing to pay more than me. Are there other sites worth looking at for this sort of thing?

Thanks in advance!
posted by kavasa on Nov 23, 2004 - 11 answers

I finally took a spill rollerblading and tore out the knee of my jeans. Does anyone know of any iron-on patch vendors with a Threadless sensibility? [more inside]
posted by o2b on Oct 27, 2004 - 5 answers

Very anal question about men's dress collar styles. [more inside] [more inside]
posted by rorycberger on May 10, 2004 - 19 answers

I have been looking for years for a pair of eyeglass frames like the ones Harry Caray used to wear, or the type Larry David's TV father wears. You know, the thick black boxy "television sets" that seem to be worn by older types in the entertainment business. I've come up empty handed, even after asking several eyeframe dealers. I suppose I could just fly down to Boca Raton and ask a wearer in person, but does anyone have a a name or manufacturer or style for these type of classes?
posted by sharksandwich on Mar 18, 2004 - 9 answers