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Justin Kwan
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 18 พ.ย. 2009
Dressing nice can be rewarding, but not always easy.
I'll cover everything from suits & shirts, styling and accessorizing--and how easy and approachable dressing classy can be.
The rewarding part comes in when you feel great about the way you look and exude confidence in your daily life.
About Justin Kwan:
I've been working in the clothing industry for nearly 2 decades, specializing in tailored classical suits, and realize what I share with my customers in person, I can also share with the world on TH-cam.
If you'd like to get in touch, have questions or want to set up a consultation, message me here and we can set up a call to get started: www.principlem.com/contact
I'll cover everything from suits & shirts, styling and accessorizing--and how easy and approachable dressing classy can be.
The rewarding part comes in when you feel great about the way you look and exude confidence in your daily life.
About Justin Kwan:
I've been working in the clothing industry for nearly 2 decades, specializing in tailored classical suits, and realize what I share with my customers in person, I can also share with the world on TH-cam.
If you'd like to get in touch, have questions or want to set up a consultation, message me here and we can set up a call to get started: www.principlem.com/contact
Sportswear vs. Classic: Which Will Make You Feel More Comfortable? (The Answer Might Surprise You)
Comfort is about much more than how soft or stretchy your clothing is--it's mental and emotional, too. Does the way you dress make you feel good and confident in a situation where you want to be at your best such as at a nice dinner, conference or other social occasion?
In this video I share some tips and tricks to get the right fit as well as 3 foolproof ways to upgrade your style effortlessly so you feel comfortable, dress styling and be confident.
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Links to the videos mentioned in the video above:
Slim fit vs. Classic Fit (pants and chinos): th-cam.com/video/DGjlTQcVQIo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9VhircuNNiiC7Pn9
Trouser Fit -- 4 point fit check: th-cam.com/video/gkLBumkWs2E/w-d-xo.htmlsi=BvB7_UOAhzpXoODA
Jacket Fit, 6 point fit check: th-cam.com/video/pQctf3wAlpI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=_-aI96T0MI6fjgeu
Eight Item Capsule Wardrobe for Beginners: th-cam.com/video/eJu5LPjLcA8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=AHK_DGHXxnH_RUJL
Wool, Cotton and Linen Suit Fabrics Explained: th-cam.com/video/ql42vZB5v4k/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cH7rzCS6V4C1hrUD
Styling with Black: th-cam.com/video/u-Lfj8jTcis/w-d-xo.htmlsi=E4uLpJTU_5d3sa1w
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Want to take the next step together? I'm here to help you get the right fit, help curate & design outfits and your wardrobe so you can feel good, be comfortable and be confident every day, just send me a message here: www.principlem.com/contact
Check out my instagram for other inspiration: justin__kwan
In this video I share some tips and tricks to get the right fit as well as 3 foolproof ways to upgrade your style effortlessly so you feel comfortable, dress styling and be confident.
_______________________________
Links to the videos mentioned in the video above:
Slim fit vs. Classic Fit (pants and chinos): th-cam.com/video/DGjlTQcVQIo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9VhircuNNiiC7Pn9
Trouser Fit -- 4 point fit check: th-cam.com/video/gkLBumkWs2E/w-d-xo.htmlsi=BvB7_UOAhzpXoODA
Jacket Fit, 6 point fit check: th-cam.com/video/pQctf3wAlpI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=_-aI96T0MI6fjgeu
Eight Item Capsule Wardrobe for Beginners: th-cam.com/video/eJu5LPjLcA8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=AHK_DGHXxnH_RUJL
Wool, Cotton and Linen Suit Fabrics Explained: th-cam.com/video/ql42vZB5v4k/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cH7rzCS6V4C1hrUD
Styling with Black: th-cam.com/video/u-Lfj8jTcis/w-d-xo.htmlsi=E4uLpJTU_5d3sa1w
__________________
Want to take the next step together? I'm here to help you get the right fit, help curate & design outfits and your wardrobe so you can feel good, be comfortable and be confident every day, just send me a message here: www.principlem.com/contact
Check out my instagram for other inspiration: justin__kwan
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A look at ur dressing aesthetics and fit is enough treat. The informations r just a plus.
Tested and proven.
Tailored slim is the most appropriate choice
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thats why u wear slim fit pants...not skinny pants
What characteristics does brushed wool have? Which categories does brushed wool fall into? Thanks.
Slim fit looks horrible.
For me it’s in the rise. Also have suspenders buttons installed
Slim fit for slim ppl
There’s a difference between slim fit and skinny fit.
Agreed. The chinos he wears at the start look perfectly fine (even though he's turning his nose up at them).
This is so true. I instantly noticed how well that pinstripe suit fits you. Classic style all the way
What should a guy wear if he got like disproportionate body parts (the booty big n shi)
A classic or fuller cut trousers will have more harmonious proportions in this case.
Great video. Learned a lot.
Amen. Especially with flat non-pleated trousers, at least in my humble opinion.
Ive always had bigger thighs, weightlifting etc and thought that I needed low rise with a taper to look good, after finally trying the high rise pleated looser fit I could never go back, comfortable and elegant
Absolutely, thanks for sharing.
Beyond comfort, when it comes to a stylish look, I definitely go for slim-fit chinos like the ones Ryan Reynolds wears. Google it and check out images of him rocking a simple yet effortlessly cool outfit
Bro keep up the good work!!!Production quality is par million sub channel
Thank you so much for the support, I appreciate it!
1. Great low gorge lapels. 2. I think you'd benefit from a taller shirt collar band. 3. The pendulum is now in full swing away from skinny pants. But I wonder how wide of a leg is ideal. There are certain thundering baritone voices in the menswear community who assert that very full cut trousers, with minimal taper, are ideal. Personally, I think pant leg width should increase with height/leg length, which creates greater proportionality. At 6'4", I'm leaning more and more towards relaxed/full cuts, going even beyond 18" leg hem circumference. The drape and comfort are excellent, and it creates the appearance of a much more solid foundation.
I think the right cut for trousers depends a lot on 1-proportions and 2-the wearers preference, and prioritized in that order. I also agree, I think as height increases you can go with an even fuller cut. On the point of a higher collar band, could you share some of the benefits in your opinion?
@Justin_Kwan Perhaps I speak from personal preference here, but in my view, the more neck you have, the more collar you need. This is true both in terms of height and width. The chief purpose of the shirt collar, tie, and the front of your jacket is to frame your face. If you have a lot of neck above the collar band, it competes with your face for visual impact. For example, look at RFK Jr. He doesn't have a particularly long neck, but the circumference is massive, at least relative to his face. He wears an extremely short collar and the proportion just seems off to me. On the other end of the spectrum, look at old photos of the late great Edward Sexton. He wore very tall collar bands and I was always struck by how nicely it contributes to the overall composition of the outfit and the framing of the face.
@@TRusheeRush I appreciate your perspective and explanation on this. I also agree that clothing should somehow be balanced and proportional to the wearer. If someone has a shorter and thicker neck, a high collar stand doesn't do it justice as it looks like the wearer is being suffocated, and maybe this example is more apparent to me than someone with a longer neck and wears a standard collar height, and thus shows more neck. I do have a few shirts with a 0.5cm higher collar stand than most, I'll pay some attention to this as I wear it and see how I feel vs. my standard collar stand height. As always, thanks you for sharing, I appreciate other perspectives and input as I'm always curious.
Gentlemen...if you wear your drain pipe trousers with your feet sticking out like Godzilla...come to the front of the class
Past fashion is not wrong. It’s just how it was then. Tastes change and it’s ok no reason needed
I hate skinny fit.. very uncomfortable.. now I am wearing high-rise pants and classic cut, but high rise is the most comfortable fit.
Thanks for adding your experience. High-rise, classic cut are definitely more comfortable.
Love your striped suit. Lovely cut, lovely v shape and lepels. Kudos.
Thank you! I'm very happy with how it turned out.
Years of weight lifting, 18.5 inch calves, slim fit would never fit on me. Those guys in slim fit pants have calves smaller than my forearms.
1 year of weight lifting and my calves already don't fit most slim fit pants. I have no clue who created slim and skinny fits, but the dude should be in prison, preferably in hell.
What did you mean by jacket balance?
AskOakey is the final boss of full cut tailoring
The boss? You mean the Prof? lol
Great video, Justin. A quick addition for those of you who want a more "traditional" high rise trouser; you'll want the top of the waistband to sit at the natural waist - which is usually above the naval and roughly lines up with your elbow crease. It's where I personally like to have mine and the look is wonderful with some English double pleats, turnups and braces. It's almost certain you'll not find that kind of rise with RTW, so it has to be either MTM or bespoke.
Thanks for sharing.
2:35 how coime somepants tent up a lot more?
Good question; when you have a higher rise, that means the pants are longer from the crotch up to the waist. When you sit down, this length on our body is shortened on our body by sitting and the fabric of the trouser will usually tent up. It's an unavoidable but also completely normal.
@Justin_Kwan that makes sense 🤯
Very well put
big concern with high rising pants. Fit perfectly while standing. When sit down, either too tight on waist or too tight on thighs and calf. Any suggestion?
Hi Kevin, when sitting, I find I need to adjust the waist down a bit to remove pressure from my belly but the best option for me is to sit up straighter with my belly naturally becoming flatter. This type of issue is less of a problem on V-shape body types and more pronounced on H-Type (like me) or A-type bodies. The second concern of the pants being too tight on the thighs and claf has little to do with the rise of the trousers and more with the actual circumference, try finding high-rise pants with a slightly wider cut in the thigh and calf and the problem should be solved.
Hello Justin, great advice. What is your opinion on full cut trousers? like Askokey tailoring. Do you prefer that cut or a slightly slimmer trouser?
Hi Andres, great question. I like a classic cut but not full cut like Askokey. I don't like slim fit, but its all relative, so in comparison to him, I'm going slimmer.
Your tie is too narrow for that lapel. Black is not even a colour. Personal tastes?
The hoodie makes me feel invisible 🫥.. definitely more comfortable 😂
Would a hoodie make you feel invisible in a job interview or important meeting and would you want it to make you invisible? I'm just bringing up the fact that context is important
I would've said the sweatpants and hoodie for sure would be the most comfortable but you brought up a good point. Comfort isn't just physical there's mental and emotional comfort. When I went out with just sweats It was the most comfortable, physically. But I didn't like how sloppy I looked. I was mentally and emotionally uncomfortable, and for me that mattered a little more than physical comfort. Not saying a well dressed outfit can't be comfortable but the mental and emotional comfort I get from wearing a thought-out outfit outweighs the slightly better physical comfort from walking out of the house with whatever you had on :D
Absolutely! Thanks for sharing, Jake.
The classic of course ❤❤❤
You know it!
Being in my middle 30's I've been upgrading my style so your content is highly appreciated. My issue though with classic fits are that most of the time they tend to look baggy or boxy which is why I resort to slim fit as it is more tailored. While I do workout a bit certain clothes still manage to look slightly too large but anyways you get the point. For pants definitely it would be nice to find higher waisted yet most tend to be low so it can get pretty difficult searching. I know the typical answer is going to a tailor however it isn't always as feasible. Keep up the good work Justin.
Spier & Mackay high rise chinos. Affordable and comfortable chino options when they’re in stock.
Thanks for sharing your experience with sizing, it's great to hear your thoughts and I can certainly see how that might be a struggle, especially with higher waisted pants. Don't give up, it took me a while to figure out what works best for my body shape and also find the right cut. But once you figure it out, it's a game changer.
I have three over coat polo coat and navy cover coat and gray wool belted over coat and a tweed one
This channel is exceptional. You deserve way more subscribers. Keep it up!
I'm certain we will reach more people, thanks for the support!
Completely agree. COMPLETELY: comfort is way more than how stretchy the fabric is, and for me it is all a mental situation. I am comfortable when I feel I am dressed well and for any situation. How many times have we heard someone saying "I got invited to this or that, but I didn't go because I wasn't dressed for it and couldn't go get changed"?
Thank you for sharing your support! I'm here to inspire and guide more guys so they don't run into a situation like that, and instead are dressed well, feel good and confident to go to any occasion.
Excellent ride. Thanks for sharing the video. This brings back my memory of riding 4 years in Beijing while in college decades ago.
I wonder what the ride was like then? I suppose not much different in the center of the city, around the Forbidden City and the Hutongs...I long for nostalgia, which is probably why I enjoy riding in the old part of town so much.
@@Justin_Kwan It was late 80's and early 90's when I was in college. Bicycle riding was incredibly more prevalent in Beijing and anywhere in the country at the time. It was the most common way to get around for most people, as public transportation was insufficient and crowded and privately owned car was rare then. I rode to classes, restaurants, grocery stores, doctors, movies, etc. It's more for necessity than for leisure. It came with a sense of personal freedom and mobility not just means of transport. Fun as well.
Gon Xi Fa Cai!!! It has been a long time.
恭喜发财!Yeah, I had a lot going on over the last month so the frequency of posting got disrupted, but I'm back and have more content planned for you.
awsome video as always Justin !
Thanks, glad you enjoyed!
For office wear, tailoring is even more practical. With a sport coat on, I can carry more things (key card, personal + work phone, pen and notepad, airpods) with ease. No more bulging pant pockets or looking like a schoolboy with a lanyard around my neck. :) And with wearing a coat comes the ability to wear another life changing accessory: suspenders!
I can't stand putting my phone in my trouser pockets, which is another reason I absolutely LOVE how practical a jacket is with all the pockets. Thank you for sharing this point with everyone!
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Wonderful video ❤. I really like your pinstripe suit.
Thank you -- and that is one of my newest commissions so naturally my recent favorite.
@Justin_Kwan I see
Great video!!! Because of you I bought 3 pleated fuller cut dress pants and changed my life. I am now more comfortable in wool trousers and a cashmere sportcoat then i ever was in a track suit
You sharing the fact that 'because of me, you changed your style and feel more comfortable than ever' literally just made my day. Thank you for sharing and I'm glad I'm having a meaningful impact!
Cannot agree more dude
where did you get the trouser cut jeans?? they look great!
Hey thanks, I updated links to the products in the video description.
Excellent video as always
Thanks again!
Really nice way of explaining your points in this video. Well done!
Thank you for watching, I appreciate it!
i agree .
Another wonderful and insightful video Justin, may I just suggest to not put a spotlight right behind you. It gives this undesired rim light effect, unless that was what you were going for ;)
Thanks for watching. We've been trying different things with lighting, shooting, etc, so thank you for the feedback.
You’re such a good and affectionate son, it shows. Your dad looks good. He must be so proud of you. 🌸tess
Thanks, Tess.