I rock the Santa hat every December (have for 15 years), and I'm ready go better quality than the $5 polyester number from the cheap shop. Anyone know where I can find one?

I've looked online, and the only high quality ones i can find are from Sweden or some such and are proper fur, etc. Great if it's snowing, not so much here.

The best I can find is a slightly better built polyester hat from Myers, but it still looks like it'll only last a couple of years. I want something to pass on to my grand kids.

Any ideas?

Any suggestions for decent independent (not Sunglasses Hut / Luxottica) sunglasses stores in Melbourne?

I bought a Serengeti pair from Shades in Adelaide that I was really happy with, but they’ve gone missing. There seem to be a few reputable sellers online but I’d prefer somewhere I can try them on in person.

Hi everyone, I'm looking for recommendations for plus size shorts/jorts in an extra baggy style as I really like the way that long shorts look. I am a size 42/44 and I am struggling to find much online, I'd prefer not to shop fast fashion if at all possible and depop seems useless atm.

If anyone has any advice or recommendations they would be much appreciated

Go check it out sale includes all items on the site, have been an AS colour enjoyer for the past few years and haven’t had any complaints with their quality will be loading up more to my wardrobe.

https://www.ascolour.com.au/

Brains trust - I fit well and wear quite often the Uniqlo Oversized Tee in Medium size. The only gripe I have with it, is that the t-shirt sleeves are a bit too long and go all the way down to the elbow. Are there any alternative brands I could look at with more normal length sleeves but with room for broad shoulders? Many thanks.

what is everyone's opinion on the best bamboo underwear?

So accept im 40 so dont want to dress like im in Genral pants, but not ready to go boring corporate casual Gant etc, and no fast fashion, Uniqlo, H&M etc..

Current brands I like are, Levis (classic stuff) Vanishing elephant (RIP) Rodd and Gunn ( a bit middle aged man) Assembly label

Any tips for other brands, Aussie or not. Something a touch more interesting than basics but no need to be super edgy!

So I've decided it's finally time to update my work wardrobe, which is still full of slim and tapered pants. I've also started working out again so my quads are getting positively oversized; which means I could do with pleats.

However, it seems like the business wear world hasn't caught up with the times yet and most pants out there are still slim tapered. I'd like something a bit more drapey, ideally $100 at most. No polyester/plastic please, cotton is preferred since I'd be too scared of wearing through wool pants. Linen blends are also ok as long as they don't crush easily. Ideally it would sit mid to high waist but I'm already asking for too much apparently.

So far all I can really see are Uniqlo's wide fit chinos; their pleated pants are polyester. Charles Tyrwhitt has "classic" fit, which I'm guessing is straight leg. Proper cloth theoretically lets me make any fit I want but it's a bit pricey. Anything else worth considering?

I like this style but Docs have gotten a bad rap the last few years, and I feel like the few I've gotten have never fully worn in, or had particularly comfortable soles.

I've seen some people talking about Solovair boots as an alternative, but I've also seen people saying that they're not much better than Docs quality-wise. Has anyone got firsthand experience with any other brands that make a similarly shaped, decent quality boot?

EDIT: I'd honestly even be open to unisex-looking women's boots, cuz a shoe's a shoe (I wore some Doc Martens Floras for a while) but I am usually a size 10.5/11 UK.

Send some fashion advice into the ether.

I’ll start.

Graphic tees: I’m not opposed to graphic tees, I even own a couple. But relying on them to make a fit more interesting doesn’t work. If you want to make your fits more interesting, use materials as your starting point, i.e. texture and drape. After materials, look at the silhouette. These things make a fit much more interesting than a graphic slapped onto your chest.

Tight suits: I don’t care what body type you have, it never looks good. Tapered suit trousers are disgusting too.

Please try not to treat this thread as rage bait. Just send some unsolicited advice out there and move on!

Have a great day fellas

Hi all, love the look of techware but not really sure where to find some, I tried like Culture Kings? Something that I could wear out thats sort of unique but not "bruh is he cosplaying day to day" sort of clothes.

Also is there anywhere in Aus that helps with design/style/fashion. I feel I'm like fashion stunted but I've been trying to make changes in how I see myself and be more confident in myself and I guess I feel I really want a personal change but not sure if there is anywhere in particular to look in Aus besides just ideas from the internet? And just hope it works on me?

What it says in the title

I work in an industrial business where most guys wear polo's. I'd like to dress a little more formally but not necessarily in business shirts.

Would it be worth looking at Linen or Oxfords? And if so which manufacturer would you guys recommend?

This sub won't let me post images, but going from clickfrenzy.com.au shows Charles Tyrwhitt shirts at $129.

Going to the site from Google, or with saved cookies, shows them at ...$50 lol

I wouldn't be shocked if this was happening for a few sites too.

Hi guys I have $600 store credit with Harrolds who have now gone into liquidation. Is there anyway of me getting this money back?

When they closed their online store a couple months back they advised me it would reopen and I could use the store credit (the gift cards were not able to be used in store).

Saw this today - what do we think?

https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/after-living-in-denmark-i-ve-realised-australians-are-fashion-slobs-20241107-p5koob.html

Glossy hair, perfectly pressed trench coats and unassuming – yet oh-so-elegant – leather bags and shoes. Tailored pants, pristine white sneakers, manicured nails and eyebrows. Not a tracksuit, hoodie or athleisure outfit in sight.

Welcome to Denmark on a Sunday morning. Or any morning, really. Having recently returned from living there for seven months, I can confirm that our far-flung Nordic friends do, in fact, dress a million times better than us Aussies – no matter the weather, event or circumstance.

Australians leave a lot to be desired when it comes to fashion.

As someone who has always been obsessed with clothes – something I share with my very stylish Polish mother – moving to a country where people treat clothing as more than just something to cover a naked body was a surreal experience.

But it wasn’t just Denmark. In Milan, locals donned fabulous bling, Chanel gumboots, polished loafers and leopard print. Bordeaux was a sea of floaty, floral dresses, dainty gold sandals and artfully crushed linens. Barcelona, home to Zara, Massimo Dutti and some of the most beautiful espadrilles I have ever encountered, was the motherland of off-duty street style.

For seven months, I lived in sartorial heaven. Then, when I came back down to Earth – otherwise known as returning to Australia – the clean, beautifully put together outfits were replaced with sloppy track pants and stretched out logo T-shirts; the well-groomed beards gave way to scrappy facial hair; and shoes became heavily scuffed slides.

According to Nicole Jenkins, a Melbourne-based fashion historian, “Our way of dressing has got to do with our national identity – we like to see ourselves as being super relaxed, not taking ourselves seriously.

“Australians are also not as attached to our history or culture as Europe, and this bears out in our clothing choices.”

Our weather has also got a lot to do with it because, as Jenkins points out, living in a warm (and sometimes oppressively hot) country fosters an outdoor lifestyle, which comes with an increased focus on comfort over style. It’s hard to look sartorial chic or saunter down the street with the perfect blow wave when, for the fourth day in a row it’s already 34 degrees before 9am and the train has broken down again.

In Denmark, their autumn to spring time is characterised by near total darkness and freezing temperatures – not exactly conducive to the kind of outdoor living we enjoy here. But even still, they have a saying we should probably consider adopting: There is no bad weather, only bad clothing.

Earlier this year, it was revealed that Australians are now the highest consumer of ultra-cheap fashion in the world. On average, each of us buys 56 items of new clothing a year, at an average cost of just $13.

According to recent Roy Morgan data, 3.8 million Australians are shopping from ultra-cheap e-retailer Temu at least once a year, while 2 million are buying from rival brand Shein. 

What this means is that Australians are wearing poorer quality, trend-based clothing that does little to enhance the wearer’s comfort (or appearance).

Jenkins says this high turnover in part comes down to laziness.

“We don’t want to care for our clothes, iron them, mend them, style them in interesting ways,” she says, adding that there’s also an element of tall poppy syndrome at play, with Australians seeing those who make an effort as “having tickets on themselves”.

While Denmark can certainly do better when it comes to consumption (a 2023 report found that the average person in the Nordic region buys between 26 and 48 garments a year), they are unquestionably better at making investment purchases that will stand the test of time. They also have a much stronger culture of repairing and mending clothing, as well as focusing on local brands over fast fashion.

This has become even more apparent as we see the mid-fashion market all but disappearin Australia. This year, local sustainable brands Arnsdorf and Nique have closed, while Dion Lee went into voluntary administration. Cost of living pressures have been blamed for the closures as people redirect their money towards mortgages, food – and cheaper clothing. But it’s also worth considering that a lot of Australians simply don’t see the value in well-made clothing and are, as a result, unwilling to pay for it.

And while there are many stylish people in Australia (yes, Melburnians are up there), we’re still a long way from European style. Until we get there, I’ll continue to live by the adage that it’s better to be overdressed than underdressed. Because life is too short to not look amazing.

Summer outfits, for events, gatherings beach clubs etc Looking at Industrie, Zara etc.

Feel like everyone gonna be wearing the same stuff ahaha, really like aber crombie and fitch atm any alternative in Aus?

Interested in some brands bit of euro summer about them.

Has anyone else purchased Tommy Hilfiger Polo shirts and noticed that the sleeves are extremely short? They may as well be sleeveless and be a collared singlet. I'd love to post a photo to show an example though this sub won't allow me to.

Where is everyone else shopping for Polo shirts you can dress up for corporate wear?

What do you guys think for summer? I tried this on and thought it was cool but is it too bold/statement piece to wear regularly?

What occasions could you wear it.

https://unisonlabel.com/products/crochet-button-thru-knit-tofu-2411737001?gender=male

Hello, had you guys ever buy something from ASOS and deliver it to Australia? I wanna know how much for the custom duties?

Does anyone have some good suggestions for ethical brands?

I used to buy and love Uniqlo, but in recent times have found out they have some bad practices (accusations of sweat shops and using Uyghur camps to make clothes).

Brands that come to mind from my limited research are Mongrel Boots and Australian Stitch. Any other suggestions?

I've been looking to get a ring from InfinityRings.com.au, as I liked their designs I tried on in-store. However I can't seem to find much info on them (reviews, history, etc). Has anyone bought rings from them before and can speak to their experience? Thanks!

I last refreshed my wardrobe 4+ years ago and bought a majority of them from connor during a sale.

I recently went back and the prices are unpalatable when it is not on sale ($33 for a simple shirt).

So aside from waiting for a sale. Are there any stores that sell cheap clothing? I am looking specifically for both casual and business casual clothing so plain colours without or very small minimal design, long and short sleeves, jeans and chinos, etc.

I really like the fit/style of HnM’s Loose Fit Jeans, but the quality isn’t really that good + the pockets are way too tight. It’s so annoying trying to reach in the pockets every time.

Would appreciate some recommendations!

Hi, first time posting, not sure if this is allowed or not.

I'll be in Sydney for a few days at the start of 2025 and I'm looking for a quality OTR peacoat or overcoat, <$1000. I'm stopped off there on my way to somewhere a little more chilly, but I don't need anything for arctic conditions. Probably between 8 and 15 degrees.

In terms of sizing, I fit a 112cm slim fit jacket and 92cm slim fit trouser waist in Van Heusen fairly well, a 44" slim fit jacket 36" trouser in MJ Bale pretty well, and a 112cm jacket in the slimmer cut from Peter Jackson. I haven't had good luck with their trousers.

I'm not quite ready for MTM quite yet as I have a few shape-altering surgeries lined up for the end of 2025, but I do need something to tide me over for the Australian winter as well as a colder climate with plenty of drizzle and sea spray.

Can anyone be so helpful as to recommend something I can actually try on and see the look of in Sydney? I'll be there for a few days, and trying on a few things I don't have access to in my hometown sounds like a good a way as any to spend some time.

Hopefully somewhere stocks these coats year-round. Thanks in advance.

Edit: I should mention, ideally I'd like something that can be passed on to another person, should circumstances demand.

Hi Everyone,

I work at a small corporate firm. Just after some dress work shoes recommendations. Not really after any Chelsea boots as no one else wears them at work.

Something under $100 would be great.

I have researched recommendations seem to be Ecco but they do seem to be out of the budget.

Open to any recommendations, thank you in advance!

Edit: In Melbourne.

been looking for clothes specifically baggy cargo/jean shorts and baggy pants in general.

im 17 and skate and the only places that fit that 'american' type style are temu and shein

My younger brother has asked for a shirt from https://www.jimmorris.com/collections/main for Christmas but they don't ship to Australia. Does anyone know where I can find shirts with similar good quality designs? I appreciate any suggestions. I have already looked at thread heads, their designs seem a bit too gimmicky compared to what he was after.