I bought one sweater from H&M under their L.O.G.G. brand and that thing was *bulletproof*. 100% cotton, woven thick, warm and comfortable. Loved that thing. After seven years it only showed its age at the cuffs, which had started to fray. I've never found anything quite as nice from there again, but at least back in my hayday it wasn't always a terrible idea.
Similar experience. I bought a driving cap at H&M while stationed in Germany as a young GI highly durable and relieved a great many compliments on it. It lasted for at least 15 years and a few dry cleanings before it’s untimely demise when a new puppy decided it was a chew toy 😂🥲
I felt similarly about the couple Hollister shirts I had. I didn't expect to like them but they were really cozy and well fitting. Especially compared to the old band tees I always wore.
Sometimes you can find hidden gems in those stores. I have a couple of very classic style H&M linen shirts that after going through my sewing machine look and fit almost as good as my made to measure ones, for a tenth of the price. Sticking to natural fibers is the key here.
I agree, I've gotten a couple of linen shirts which fare just fine, and once in H&M I found a pair of decent suede derby boots in my size that had a good commando style sole on them, lined with leather, and on sale for 1/3 the original price, not a bad deal at all and they're an excellent autumn boot.
This video is pretty much spot-on and one I can relate to as a frequent shopper of Uniqlo clothing with a very discerning eye on what I like and don't like. Whenever I shop there, I only pick those that are conservative and classically styled and I know will last for a long time and I've had great success in having a wardrobe consisting of Uniqlo shirts, jackets, sweaters and trousers that have lasted me for 5 years and counting (possibly because they are mostly made of natural materials of cotton and wool)!
Fast fashion helped introduce me to dressing intentionally. I credit these stores with allowing me to “practice” wearing cheaper items as mentioned in the video. From there often over the years I’ve committed to better quality items which I will enjoy for many years (Ie leather or wool). Good video guys keep up the good work. John in Canada
Yes. I am in this process currently. I bought some cheap shirts from H&M to get out of the routine of wearing graphic tees so I can "dress intentionally" as you said
This is a piece of good advice Preston. Summertime is ideal for pairing a fast fashion item with something classic. My rule is natural fabrics no matter what. Surprisingly, linen, seersucker or light cotton can be found easily and at a very reasonable price. Wintertime is something else though. You cannot get sweaters or coats from fast fashion outlets unless one is prepared to wear artificial fabrics, which I am not. There is simply no replacement for pure new wool or cavalry twill.
it's not great, but without fast fashion i never would have gotten into fashion at all. being trendy is in and of itself not a virtue, but exploring trends to figure out what works for you personally is a good way to develop style. i very much agree with saving fast fashion for cases where you need something very specific that you can't otherwise get and may not wear very often -- it's convenient, it works, and we certainly hope it doesn't do any lasting damage.
If you're on a tight budget and can't find anything that fits you in thrift shops, it's perfectly valid to buy fast fashion. Just don't buy excessively, only what you need, and try to avoid synthetic fabrics (although blended fabrics can't be easily recycled unlike fully synthetic ones). Also fast fashion can be hit or miss. I had items that lasted me surprisingly for years, others didn't make the first laundry cycle. If you have more money, go for fair trade, not luxury brands.
Massimo Dutti, from Indetex, the manufacturer of Zara, Pull&Bear, etc, has been quite a nice choice for me for the last 3 years. Their jackets are 100% wool in most of the cases and their construction has proved to be quite good quality. They even have super 100s wools. Of course, their life span is probably from 6-10 years, depending on how many times you use them. Nonetheless, as a person living in Mexico, where even Zara is considered expensive for most of the population, Massimo Dutti comes as a very good option for someone who likes formal wear. They only have 8 collections per year, so their line of production is not as massive as their sibling brands. If you like Italian cut, and you are on a budget, I would recommend the brand totally. If you are felling more exquisite, and you want something come out of a designer, but still not as expensive as Brioni, Adolfo Domínguez is amazing. He only has 4 collections a year, and produces one of the best linen the ready to wear market has
Im am still young and like a more classic style, so i wear sweaters with collars, polo's and sometimes suits. But as im still growing i buy it from cheaper stores as i will grow out of it fast. I think this is also why a lot of people wear fast fashion as your body changes a lot.
Old Navy has a fantastic amount of linen shirts for a whole summers worth of clothes. Brooks Brothers boxers are some of the best but needs to upgrade their sewing. Beyond just the brand. It would be nice for GG to get into lobbying. So we can move forward back to natural fabrics.
Got a light blue suit from HNM and got caught in 2 Downpour rain without an umbrella and 0 wrinkles on jacket after it dries and i still own this suit and wear it from time to time
Raphael did a great job putting the wedding outfit together 👏🏻. Also about 12 years ago I bought a black tie complete outfit from Moss Bros in Manchester which worked out great and at fantastic value
Preston another great vid from the Gentlemen's Gazette I especially loved the sarcasm of the giant cake as an indulgence. I also have the same feeling involving the cake and knife scene.
I'm not sure whether or not carefully-chosen sale items from Kohl's count as "fast fashion," but I have definitely had to get non-dress clothing on a budget, more than once. Fortunately, those polo shirts have held up pretty well......
I bought a H&M tuxedo jacket in in high school 15 years ago when I have no idea about menswear attire and treat it as a blazer since then. After all I alter the buttons into the metal buttons, then it sort of resembling a jacket from Balmain. So I think sometime these fast fashion items are great for experimenting your fashion sense.
One of my favorite pieces of clothing is fashion: my casual overcoat. I got it from c&a half priced. It is called their archive trenchcoat. It's in a green checked wool blend, doublebreasted, with a belt and ulster collar and it has a quilted lining.
Love it. Lots of options, fast fashion has its place, but quality over quantity is always the rule. Both my sons have "inhearited" many of retired coats and shirts. I really love natural fabrics, but realize it's not always an option. One option is I am a huge fan of is shoes. Leave the department shoes there. There are many very good shoe companies that offer quality leather, goodyear weltiing that are the mainstay of any mens wardrobes many at very compariable costs. Sure the leather is not ideal but, better than throwing out a pair of shoes because the sole wore out or fell appart. Start there. Even if dress shoes are not your thing, some sneakers will now be able to be resoled is the way to go. I love that what our parents and grandparents knew to be true is still true today. Quality never goes out of fashion and even if you pay more, being able to repair or reconditions or even pass along only comes with quality choices.
I purchased a navy blue suite online. It is super comfortable, but if I wear a white collar shirt the blue dye from the suite gets on my collar. I usually just wear blue collar shirts and that stops that issue. This will probably be the suits last season.
I think ‘fast fashion’ is how most fashion is actually functioning on some level. Even custom, high end fashion pieces are often using parts of the fast fashion process - even when they virtue signal that they track the processes and are so morally above everyone else. It’s a branding, marketing strategy. My friend, who grew up in Vietnam taught from her experience - that the jobs are not all horrible- & ‘sweatshops’ keep kids off the streets and keep them from participating in other dangerous ways of procuring money for their families. It’s been branded as evil- but there may be more guilt tripping and shaming in the ‘fast fashion’ labeling- with the intent to try to get people to buy more expensive pieces- or designer pieces -which are not always better in construction or material. Some economies depend greatly on the so called fast fashion world.
Basically bring back the town cobbler the town tailor, spend your money on good quality goods, and don't feel bad because you have been wearing a tweed jacket that was your grandfather's you should feel proud to own a garment made so well it has lasted decades.
love the espadrille example lol. I got my pair from online fast fashion couple years ago and only wear them maybe once or twice a year during my vacation lol
Zara has some nice stuff. Most things they sell look horrible and are made out of plastic, but if you look hard enough you can find some nice stuff for dirt cheap. I once found a nice looking double breasted linen jacket for 20€ there. It even fits reasonably well. In other stores it would easily go for 150€. Their pants all somehow fit me perfectly too, so I got a few nice suit pants and jeans from them for a similarly low price. They're medium to high rise too. But larger and older men should absolutely avoid that place, all of their patterns are suited to young and thin males.
Love the facial hair Preston! Having watched most of the videos on the channel, I’d love to see more scenes of you guys sitting down in classic menswear. It’s always something we do but it’s not very often done well and I’d love to see you guys do it in the videos. In the professional setting videos you’ve done it briefly but it would be nice to see it done more casually. Thanks again for all you guys do!
Preston, those two guys at 3:41arent fashion models. That was a 90s WWF tag team called High Energy. Wrestling gear is meant to be flashy and gaudy so I really wouldn't put them in the same category as fast fashion.
I generally buy a few things like basic pastel coloured t-shirts and underwear at places like H&M, mostly cause it's hard to go wrong with them and the basic cotton and elastic waistband are made pretty much the same as slightly more expensive ones. In the past I did buy one or two faux leather jackets that were a bad choice, after a couple of years the PU leather started flaking off in certain areas and it really didn't wear well at all. Now I own a single leather jacket and a suede one which were more expensive, but last longer with the right care. I'm sometimes appalled at the quality of some shoes in places like Primark, Next, and even department stores like M&S, where they're made in India, state "real leather" but it's the thinnest layer at the lowest quality, and I can just imagine people who do buy dress shoes from those places wearing them once for an event they needed smart shoes for, feeling very uncomfortable, getting rid of them after only a few wears as they can't be properly cared for and polished, and then buying another pair in a few months after getting rid of them. I also saw a watch in Primark which felt like the thinnest glass when I tapped my nail on the crystal, and the minute hand wobbled a good 4 minutes each side when you moved the watch around, making it relatively useless in its primary job as a timekeeping tool, if the argument can be made that it's only for aesthetics that fails too because it failed to look attractive at all.
I think everybody has some fast fashion garments in the closet. I personally believe they aren't long-term worth it. I prefer to buy something more expensive that I know will last longer. As long as people don't get crazy buying unnecessary and few-used clothing, fast-fashion will always be an excellent alternative. Ethical shopping is the key, but remember, not everybody can afford products with 'philosophy'
I agree with the video, however, what happened to the old intro? I understand it took more time but, it was very catchy. I loved the theme song. Please don't remove it.
In my case I mostly buy ready to wear, that said, there are brands out there that offer higher quality lines, with natural fabrics and colorings, and they can’t be considered cheap eather. Most of it will last for several years before I donate them.
I remember my grandfathers had their weddings and funerals suit. An expensive (relatively for them) item which was only worn for those two events. It lasted their lifetime so they had to make sure they didn't gain weight.
I've just been having a clear out and there's so much stuff that i will not wear, no longer fits or is just low quality. I have got infinitely better quality clothing from charity shops than i got new from many places (h&m, primark etc). Now i have room for new things that i actually will wear!
Hey GG, I have been considering ordering a top hat but I'm unsure of what events I would wear it to, could you please make a video of top hats if you haven't already? much appreciated!
I feel, that the usually clothing you brand here is only for white collar business men, or if you work in a fine menswear store. Most people just need some smart casual for the occasional event or night-on-town. Am I wrong? Could be a topic for a future video.
New intro is a nice experiment, but please, stick to the classic one, or at least keep the jazz jingle. GG just doesn't feel like GG without that smooth Saxophone at the beginning .
Thanks for the feedback! The way people watch TH-cam videos is changing, so we're trying a few different things while still bringing you the same quality research and enthusiasm for classic style 🥂
Great video Preston! But the fashion on the right at 3:35 (that you commented on) is being worn by KoKo B. Ware and Owen Hart - two professional wrestlers in their costumes. It was hardly "streetwear". LOL. But again, another fine video from you and the G.G.
Hey fellas, Is there a specific book that has classic gentleman’s clothing from the golden era of Hollywood? I need something to take to my taylor for examples clothes that I want made. Thanks for any help 😊
Absolutely! We have an eBook in our store that would be the perfect solution for you: shop.gentlemansgazette.com/ebooks-posters-courses-media/ebooks/gentlemen-of-the-golden-age-ebook?
Authentic counter culture aficionados actually travelled to what was then dubbed the third world like India where bespoke costumes were tailored for style. A cohort set an assortment back to the than developed world and appeared at road shows which set venture capitalists on the money to commodify culture through brand economics which entails capital flight.
I feel that the economic aspect is often overlooked. There are enough people that want to wear bespoke suits and high quality clothes yet there is simply an economic barricade. I don't want to be judgemental but with most of the cast of "Gentleman's Gazette" being on the better side in the economic sense maybe that was the reason why such a factor wasn't giving loads of attention to (f.e. Raphael mentioning he used to collect MontBlanc pens as a teenager). But I don't want this to be the driving point since I could be mistaken. I just often heard that the cheapness could be used for people who want to explore a new style or maybe just wouldn't wear that clothing piece a lot but there is no regard given that for many people these are the only options they truly have. Other than that I am again elated by this great and in-depth video from the team! P.S. The beard looks great on you Preston!
It was important for us to explore the economic aspect of fast fashion as practically every member of the GG team has had experience with fast fashion as a way to experiment with and increase the variety in our individual wardrobes. Things with an expensive ticket price are still available for those with lesser means, it just depends on the value placed on attaining that item - it may take longer to save for that bespoke suit, but if it's a goal to work towards, then it's very possible 🙂
I don’t have the money for “proper” brands so I purchase any suitable prices that come available from discount brands, they may be polyester or blends but it allows me to participate in classic style otherwise it would be tracksuits and trainers :(
On the subject of fashion - Dressing fashionably is like signing a petition; Dressing with style is akin to issuing a manifesto..." Quentin Crisp - writer, actor 1908 - 1999
I think a single tailored jacket would cost more than about 90% of my wardrobe excluding my shoes. Maybe in 2087 when I'm a millionaire on life support 😅
Guys: your videos are good. Selling fragrance through video is pretty silly. It's equivalent to much of fragrance selling, which is lacking in good commerce and extravagant in Selling. If you want to sell a sampler you recommend, I would probably be interested, but I'm never gonna buy a fragrance from a video. Full disclosure: I don't live in a scenario where I would buy something just for any representation in video format
Everyone thinks "micro plastics" come just from things like plastic bags, bottles and various hard plastics. But everytime you put any man made (think polar fleece and synthetics in clothing or any other cloth like sheets) in to the washing machine the small fibres end up going down the drain then finally the ocean all of these tiny fibres build up and have been found in fish and wildlife all over the world. Natural fibres on the other hand breakdown.
These clothes shops will sell clohing made of ACRYLIC- literal plastic distressed to give the impression of wool. Hope you like microplastics jn everything!
An ex friend of mine, worked in the fabrics industry in the Netherlands. She's a chemist her job was to work on the way of stopping synthetic fabrics leaching hormone mimicking chemicals into your skin. As you say it's plastic, you're hot sweaty and wrapped in plastic. They know this is a problem, and they're trying to come up with a solution for when it inevitably breaks in the media as a big issue.
The biggest use case for fast fashion is exploration of personal style and inspiration when you're starting out. Spending $3k on a quality wardrobe is not feasible for most especially when they can't be sure those pieces will even work stylistically.
its quite hard to find high quality + ethically made + sustainable clothing that also looks good... the brands are out there but you really have to dig
I proudly boycott fast fashion products because as someone from a Western country, I believe we have an obligation to contribute to the creation and continuation of middle class manufacturing careers. It is the responsibility of developing countries to buy clothes made in such countries while ‘rich’ countries should contribute to the middle class dreams of their countrymen and equivalents in the world. I don’t want to contribute to the expansion of the ‘rust belt’ regardless of the fact that many Westerners don’t seem to care about the decline of their nation’s garment industry and beyond.
Bruh.. "those last two guys" were wrestlers and that was their gear. I was just thinking about how this channel might be viewed in general... Maybe it was just an oversight, but how do you not check your pictures...
I have to disagree with many of the pictures of brands being illustrated as fast fashion brands. Many of those are “slow fashion”. True fast fashion brands include: Zara, Forever21, HM, Shein, Rue21.
And how much does the Ukraine war contribute to “ global warming?” Certain political side don’t wanna talk bout that. All that to say, fast fashion should be avoided due to ugliness not carbon 🤨 And those third world countries have increased their wealth due to global economic conditions. It’s not all good nor bad. And I work 12-14 hours a day flying planes. I’m often exhausted. Is that labor abuse for fast travel?? Cheap tickets?? Just saying. With respect. 🙏🏾
If most people only used Fast Fashion occasionally, wouldn't most of them go out of business and then you would be less likely to find it when you need it? Just sayin'... Not that I think most of it isn't junk, mind you.
[I guess there needs to be a distinction between Fast Fashion and Hyper-Fast Fashion now? We know what's inexpensive but can last a couple years vs. what's truly disposable, blah, blah.]
I have 7 leather and suede jackets and two wool Cashmere overcoats in my wardrobe . I never have owned any plastic garbage made cloths or garments . Everything I wear is genuine fabric. I’ve been hated by liberal media for my fashion choice and even diet which is consist of meat and dietary products. I’m a heathy and strong 54 years old.
I bought one sweater from H&M under their L.O.G.G. brand and that thing was *bulletproof*. 100% cotton, woven thick, warm and comfortable. Loved that thing. After seven years it only showed its age at the cuffs, which had started to fray. I've never found anything quite as nice from there again, but at least back in my hayday it wasn't always a terrible idea.
I had the same experience. H & M can be a hit or miss, but their thick sweaters are usually good and durable. Same with their classic polo shirts.
I've owned a couple sweaters from them that have lasted me for years and still look good
Similar experience. I bought a driving cap at H&M while stationed in Germany as a young GI highly durable and relieved a great many compliments on it. It lasted for at least 15 years and a few dry cleanings before it’s untimely demise when a new puppy decided it was a chew toy 😂🥲
I felt similarly about the couple Hollister shirts I had. I didn't expect to like them but they were really cozy and well fitting. Especially compared to the old band tees I always wore.
Did you check where your jacket is made in?
Sometimes you can find hidden gems in those stores. I have a couple of very classic style H&M linen shirts that after going through my sewing machine look and fit almost as good as my made to measure ones, for a tenth of the price.
Sticking to natural fibers is the key here.
I agree, I've gotten a couple of linen shirts which fare just fine, and once in H&M I found a pair of decent suede derby boots in my size that had a good commando style sole on them, lined with leather, and on sale for 1/3 the original price, not a bad deal at all and they're an excellent autumn boot.
This video is pretty much spot-on and one I can relate to as a frequent shopper of Uniqlo clothing with a very discerning eye on what I like and don't like. Whenever I shop there, I only pick those that are conservative and classically styled and I know will last for a long time and I've had great success in having a wardrobe consisting of Uniqlo shirts, jackets, sweaters and trousers that have lasted me for 5 years and counting (possibly because they are mostly made of natural materials of cotton and wool)!
Fast fashion helped introduce me to dressing intentionally. I credit these stores with allowing me to “practice” wearing cheaper items as mentioned in the video. From there often over the years I’ve committed to better quality items which I will enjoy for many years (Ie leather or wool). Good video guys keep up the good work. John in Canada
Yes. I am in this process currently. I bought some cheap shirts from H&M to get out of the routine of wearing graphic tees so I can "dress intentionally" as you said
This is a piece of good advice Preston. Summertime is ideal for pairing a fast fashion item with something classic. My rule is natural fabrics no matter what. Surprisingly, linen, seersucker or light cotton can be found easily and at a very reasonable price. Wintertime is something else though. You cannot get sweaters or coats from fast fashion outlets unless one is prepared to wear artificial fabrics, which I am not. There is simply no replacement for pure new wool or cavalry twill.
it's not great, but without fast fashion i never would have gotten into fashion at all. being trendy is in and of itself not a virtue, but exploring trends to figure out what works for you personally is a good way to develop style. i very much agree with saving fast fashion for cases where you need something very specific that you can't otherwise get and may not wear very often -- it's convenient, it works, and we certainly hope it doesn't do any lasting damage.
If you're on a tight budget and can't find anything that fits you in thrift shops, it's perfectly valid to buy fast fashion. Just don't buy excessively, only what you need, and try to avoid synthetic fabrics (although blended fabrics can't be easily recycled unlike fully synthetic ones). Also fast fashion can be hit or miss. I had items that lasted me surprisingly for years, others didn't make the first laundry cycle.
If you have more money, go for fair trade, not luxury brands.
My favorite channel for “fashion”. You never disappoint ✌🏼
Massimo Dutti, from Indetex, the manufacturer of Zara, Pull&Bear, etc, has been quite a nice choice for me for the last 3 years. Their jackets are 100% wool in most of the cases and their construction has proved to be quite good quality. They even have super 100s wools. Of course, their life span is probably from 6-10 years, depending on how many times you use them.
Nonetheless, as a person living in Mexico, where even Zara is considered expensive for most of the population, Massimo Dutti comes as a very good option for someone who likes formal wear. They only have 8 collections per year, so their line of production is not as massive as their sibling brands. If you like Italian cut, and you are on a budget, I would recommend the brand totally. If you are felling more exquisite, and you want something come out of a designer, but still not as expensive as Brioni, Adolfo Domínguez is amazing. He only has 4 collections a year, and produces one of the best linen the ready to wear market has
Yep my wife has shopped there ( Massimo Dutti and Adolfo Domínguez). Try to buy their local production and not the made in China
Im am still young and like a more classic style, so i wear sweaters with collars, polo's and sometimes suits. But as im still growing i buy it from cheaper stores as i will grow out of it fast. I think this is also why a lot of people wear fast fashion as your body changes a lot.
Nice video. That Preston's black loafers could be send to Heath and Trenton for a resole.
Old Navy has a fantastic amount of linen shirts for a whole summers worth of clothes. Brooks Brothers boxers are some of the best but needs to upgrade their sewing. Beyond just the brand. It would be nice for GG to get into lobbying. So we can move forward back to natural fabrics.
Got a light blue suit from HNM and got caught in 2 Downpour rain without an umbrella and 0 wrinkles on jacket after it dries and i still own this suit and wear it from time to time
I tailor my sweatpants!! :D My tailor is a great guy and ready to work on any piece i send in order for it to fit me properly :)
Well, there had to be at least one in the comments! 😅🙌
Raphael did a great job putting the wedding outfit together 👏🏻. Also about 12 years ago I bought a black tie complete outfit from Moss Bros in Manchester which worked out great and at fantastic value
I have every garment I’ve ever had tailored, my secret, I am the tailor 😅
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Preston another great vid from the Gentlemen's Gazette I especially loved the sarcasm of the giant cake as an indulgence. I also have the same feeling involving the cake and knife scene.
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I’ve been watching you for 6 months thank you for all the information given me
Glad to have you with us!
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I'm not sure whether or not carefully-chosen sale items from Kohl's count as "fast fashion," but I have definitely had to get non-dress clothing on a budget, more than once. Fortunately, those polo shirts have held up pretty well......
My most complimented item is an H&M sports coat with an attachable lapel and elbow pads
I did get a good fit on the Zara Ragland overcoat. I get lots of compliments on it. I does however need replacing often. 🤫
I bought a H&M tuxedo jacket in in high school 15 years ago when I have no idea about menswear attire and treat it as a blazer since then. After all I alter the buttons into the metal buttons, then it sort of resembling a jacket from Balmain. So I think sometime these fast fashion items are great for experimenting your fashion sense.
You are killing the beard. Seriously, it looks great.
One of my favorite pieces of clothing is fashion: my casual overcoat. I got it from c&a half priced. It is called their archive trenchcoat. It's in a green checked wool blend, doublebreasted, with a belt and ulster collar and it has a quilted lining.
Love it. Lots of options, fast fashion has its place, but quality over quantity is always the rule. Both my sons have "inhearited" many of retired coats and shirts. I really love natural fabrics, but realize it's not always an option. One option is I am a huge fan of is shoes. Leave the department shoes there. There are many very good shoe companies that offer quality leather, goodyear weltiing that are the mainstay of any mens wardrobes many at very compariable costs. Sure the leather is not ideal but, better than throwing out a pair of shoes because the sole wore out or fell appart. Start there. Even if dress shoes are not your thing, some sneakers will now be able to be resoled is the way to go. I love that what our parents and grandparents knew to be true is still true today. Quality never goes out of fashion and even if you pay more, being able to repair or reconditions or even pass along only comes with quality choices.
I look for quality materials, fit, and if it is something I really need. I also check out the sales wracks first.
I purchased a navy blue suite online. It is super comfortable, but if I wear a white collar shirt the blue dye from the suite gets on my collar. I usually just wear blue collar shirts and that stops that issue. This will probably be the suits last season.
what brand was it, if any?
Depeche mode is the French word for fast fashion. Fast Fashion is always trendy by default...trends have a transient shelf-life..
I think ‘fast fashion’ is how most fashion is actually functioning on some level. Even custom, high end fashion pieces are often using parts of the fast fashion process - even when they virtue signal that they track the processes and are so morally above everyone else. It’s a branding, marketing strategy.
My friend, who grew up in Vietnam taught from her experience - that the jobs are not all horrible- & ‘sweatshops’ keep kids off the streets and keep them from participating in other dangerous ways of procuring money for their families.
It’s been branded as evil- but there may be more guilt tripping and shaming in the ‘fast fashion’ labeling- with the intent to try to get people to buy more expensive pieces- or designer pieces -which are not always better in construction or material. Some economies depend greatly on the so called fast fashion world.
Basically bring back the town cobbler the town tailor, spend your money on good quality goods, and don't feel bad because you have been wearing a tweed jacket that was your grandfather's you should feel proud to own a garment made so well it has lasted decades.
Love that picture of CoCo Beware and Owen Hart giving the thumbs up lol
love the espadrille example lol. I got my pair from online fast fashion couple years ago and only wear them maybe once or twice a year during my vacation lol
I also did the same and have had them for 3 years. For $5 a piece, I couldn’t pass up buying 4 pairs.
Zara has some nice stuff. Most things they sell look horrible and are made out of plastic, but if you look hard enough you can find some nice stuff for dirt cheap.
I once found a nice looking double breasted linen jacket for 20€ there. It even fits reasonably well. In other stores it would easily go for 150€. Their pants all somehow fit me perfectly too, so I got a few nice suit pants and jeans from them for a similarly low price. They're medium to high rise too.
But larger and older men should absolutely avoid that place, all of their patterns are suited to young and thin males.
Top video as always!!
We had fast fashion in my own Canadian city including 14 year old seamstresses. The company was around from 1800s to 1950s.
Love the facial hair Preston! Having watched most of the videos on the channel, I’d love to see more scenes of you guys sitting down in classic menswear. It’s always something we do but it’s not very often done well and I’d love to see you guys do it in the videos. In the professional setting videos you’ve done it briefly but it would be nice to see it done more casually. Thanks again for all you guys do!
Preston, those two guys at 3:41arent fashion models. That was a 90s WWF tag team called High Energy. Wrestling gear is meant to be flashy and gaudy so I really wouldn't put them in the same category as fast fashion.
Glad I'm not the only one who was able to spot the late great Owen Hart.
Your video got me thinking about my own 'All In' creations.
I generally buy a few things like basic pastel coloured t-shirts and underwear at places like H&M, mostly cause it's hard to go wrong with them and the basic cotton and elastic waistband are made pretty much the same as slightly more expensive ones.
In the past I did buy one or two faux leather jackets that were a bad choice, after a couple of years the PU leather started flaking off in certain areas and it really didn't wear well at all. Now I own a single leather jacket and a suede one which were more expensive, but last longer with the right care.
I'm sometimes appalled at the quality of some shoes in places like Primark, Next, and even department stores like M&S, where they're made in India, state "real leather" but it's the thinnest layer at the lowest quality, and I can just imagine people who do buy dress shoes from those places wearing them once for an event they needed smart shoes for, feeling very uncomfortable, getting rid of them after only a few wears as they can't be properly cared for and polished, and then buying another pair in a few months after getting rid of them. I also saw a watch in Primark which felt like the thinnest glass when I tapped my nail on the crystal, and the minute hand wobbled a good 4 minutes each side when you moved the watch around, making it relatively useless in its primary job as a timekeeping tool, if the argument can be made that it's only for aesthetics that fails too because it failed to look attractive at all.
I think everybody has some fast fashion garments in the closet. I personally believe they aren't long-term worth it. I prefer to buy something more expensive that I know will last longer. As long as people don't get crazy buying unnecessary and few-used clothing, fast-fashion will always be an excellent alternative. Ethical shopping is the key, but remember, not everybody can afford products with 'philosophy'
18:03 OK so the polo shirt you're wearing is *meant* to be hideous right
@Stridewise Come on now, isn’t that the Nike X Tanuki collab polo? Look at that slubby texture.
I agree with the video, however, what happened to the old intro? I understand it took more time but, it was very catchy. I loved the theme song. Please don't remove it.
I would love for you guys to do a video on the brand Rowing Blazers, I think they're a fascinating company.
Good idea, thanks!
In my case I mostly buy ready to wear, that said, there are brands out there that offer higher quality lines, with natural fabrics and colorings, and they can’t be considered cheap eather. Most of it will last for several years before I donate them.
That was koko b ware and Owen Hart
I remember my grandfathers had their weddings and funerals suit. An expensive (relatively for them) item which was only worn for those two events. It lasted their lifetime so they had to make sure they didn't gain weight.
I can’t remember the last time I saw a label stating 100% wool or cotton being reasonably priced.
I've just been having a clear out and there's so much stuff that i will not wear, no longer fits or is just low quality. I have got infinitely better quality clothing from charity shops than i got new from many places (h&m, primark etc). Now i have room for new things that i actually will wear!
Hey GG, I have been considering ordering a top hat but I'm unsure of what events I would wear it to, could you please make a video of top hats if you haven't already? much appreciated!
I feel, that the usually clothing you brand here is only for white collar business men, or if you work in a fine menswear store. Most people just need some smart casual for the occasional event or night-on-town. Am I wrong? Could be a topic for a future video.
New intro is a nice experiment, but please, stick to the classic one, or at least keep the jazz jingle. GG just doesn't feel like GG without that smooth Saxophone at the beginning .
Thanks for the feedback! The way people watch TH-cam videos is changing, so we're trying a few different things while still bringing you the same quality research and enthusiasm for classic style 🥂
@@gentlemansgazettedon't change the hallmark
Great video Preston! But the fashion on the right at 3:35 (that you commented on) is being worn by KoKo B. Ware and Owen Hart - two professional wrestlers in their costumes. It was hardly "streetwear". LOL. But again, another fine video from you and the G.G.
The legendary (not really) tag team High Energy. The two were at opposite ends of their respective careers.
Just make sure u never buy anything from Shein the cringe store
Hey, I want the intro back!
Preston. You look badass with that beard 🔥
He does actually.
I love the way Preston looks with facial hair! I wish he would keep this look! Very attractive!
The next Bond...
Excelente video.
Hey fellas,
Is there a specific book that has classic gentleman’s clothing from the golden era of Hollywood?
I need something to take to my taylor for examples clothes that I want made.
Thanks for any help 😊
Absolutely! We have an eBook in our store that would be the perfect solution for you: shop.gentlemansgazette.com/ebooks-posters-courses-media/ebooks/gentlemen-of-the-golden-age-ebook?
Authentic counter culture aficionados actually travelled to what was then dubbed the third world like India where bespoke costumes were tailored for style. A cohort set an assortment back to the than developed world and appeared at road shows which set venture capitalists on the money to commodify culture through brand economics which entails capital flight.
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You looked so much handsome without the beard
I feel that the economic aspect is often overlooked. There are enough people that want to wear bespoke suits and high quality clothes yet there is simply an economic barricade. I don't want to be judgemental but with most of the cast of "Gentleman's Gazette" being on the better side in the economic sense maybe that was the reason why such a factor wasn't giving loads of attention to (f.e. Raphael mentioning he used to collect MontBlanc pens as a teenager). But I don't want this to be the driving point since I could be mistaken. I just often heard that the cheapness could be used for people who want to explore a new style or maybe just wouldn't wear that clothing piece a lot but there is no regard given that for many people these are the only options they truly have. Other than that I am again elated by this great and in-depth video from the team!
P.S. The beard looks great on you Preston!
It was important for us to explore the economic aspect of fast fashion as practically every member of the GG team has had experience with fast fashion as a way to experiment with and increase the variety in our individual wardrobes. Things with an expensive ticket price are still available for those with lesser means, it just depends on the value placed on attaining that item - it may take longer to save for that bespoke suit, but if it's a goal to work towards, then it's very possible 🙂
I don’t have the money for “proper” brands so I purchase any suitable prices that come available from discount brands, they may be polyester or blends but it allows me to participate in classic style otherwise it would be tracksuits and trainers :(
Yeah, I take what I can get for most things. But my shirts will always be 100% cotton because polyester rubs against my skin and make it ichy
On the subject of fashion - Dressing fashionably is like signing a petition; Dressing with style is akin to issuing a manifesto..."
Quentin Crisp - writer, actor 1908 - 1999
Not sure if Owen Hart and Koko B. Ware should've have been included in this, since it was a promotional shot for WWF
Fun fact: they don't tell you that a large percentage of "greenhouse gas" is really just water vapor.
@luke5100 I’m not arguing with a religious zealot on TH-cam. You’re wrong.
The beard suits you! 👌
I think a single tailored jacket would cost more than about 90% of my wardrobe excluding my shoes.
Maybe in 2087 when I'm a millionaire on life support 😅
I think fast fashion came along with catalog shopping probably at the turn of the 20th century
Hello gentleman's Gazzette, I would like you to make a video about Dickies brand clothes.
Not all fast fashion is equal. Muji has quality plain tees!
Short answer; No. I dress however I want, just so happens to be in a classic taste.
Guys: your videos are good. Selling fragrance through video is pretty silly. It's equivalent to much of fragrance selling, which is lacking in good commerce and extravagant in Selling. If you want to sell a sampler you recommend, I would probably be interested, but I'm never gonna buy a fragrance from a video. Full disclosure: I don't live in a scenario where I would buy something just for any representation in video format
The answer is: only if you're poor
Everyone thinks "micro plastics" come just from things like plastic bags, bottles and various hard plastics. But everytime you put any man made (think polar fleece and synthetics in clothing or any other cloth like sheets) in to the washing machine the small fibres end up going down the drain then finally the ocean all of these tiny fibres build up and have been found in fish and wildlife all over the world. Natural fibres on the other hand breakdown.
Idk how i feel about the new intro
So sad that the Gentleman's Gazette seemed to not recognise Owen Hart and Koko B Ware.....
These clothes shops will sell clohing made of ACRYLIC- literal plastic distressed to give the impression of wool.
Hope you like microplastics jn everything!
An ex friend of mine, worked in the fabrics industry in the Netherlands. She's a chemist her job was to work on the way of stopping synthetic fabrics leaching hormone mimicking chemicals into your skin. As you say it's plastic, you're hot sweaty and wrapped in plastic.
They know this is a problem, and they're trying to come up with a solution for when it inevitably breaks in the media as a big issue.
Preston, that facial hair is a bad idea.
How can you make fun of Koko B Ware and Owen Hart like that?
must admit that preston looks great in a beard
Preston, looking good with that beard.
Too bad I'm out of Master Balls to catch myself a Rare Bearded Preston!
Username checks out.
The biggest use case for fast fashion is exploration of personal style and inspiration when you're starting out. Spending $3k on a quality wardrobe is not feasible for most especially when they can't be sure those pieces will even work stylistically.
its quite hard to find high quality + ethically made + sustainable clothing that also looks good... the brands are out there but you really have to dig
Those "thumbs up and cheesy" guys were wrestlers from the 80's/90's. I think their outfits and demeanor were supposed to be really pushing it.
I so much hate synthetic.
I proudly boycott fast fashion products because as someone from a Western country, I believe we have an obligation to contribute to the creation and continuation of middle class manufacturing careers.
It is the responsibility of developing countries to buy clothes made in such countries while ‘rich’ countries should contribute to the middle class dreams of their countrymen and equivalents in the world. I don’t want to contribute to the expansion of the ‘rust belt’ regardless of the fact that many Westerners don’t seem to care about the decline of their nation’s garment industry and beyond.
Bruh.. "those last two guys" were wrestlers and that was their gear. I was just thinking about how this channel might be viewed in general... Maybe it was just an oversight, but how do you not check your pictures...
As a side note i just wanted to say a beard looks good on you. 👍
"High street brand Zara" 😂😂😂😂
Oddly enough they have some sleeper 100% wool trousers that are nice..
I mean Zara is Zara, but High street it's not.
Undergarments & socks
I have to disagree with many of the pictures of brands being illustrated as fast fashion brands. Many of those are “slow fashion”. True fast fashion brands include: Zara, Forever21, HM, Shein, Rue21.
I can't stand fast fashion... The stuff always wears out way faster than I expect.
And how much does the Ukraine war contribute to “ global warming?” Certain political side don’t wanna talk bout that. All that to say, fast fashion should be avoided due to ugliness not carbon 🤨
And those third world countries have increased their wealth due to global economic conditions. It’s not all good nor bad. And I work 12-14 hours a day flying planes. I’m often exhausted. Is that labor abuse for fast travel?? Cheap tickets??
Just saying.
With respect.
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so much of fashion ends up in the dump, this might bring that down, which cuts cost.
If most people only used Fast Fashion occasionally, wouldn't most of them go out of business and then you would be less likely to find it when you need it? Just sayin'... Not that I think most of it isn't junk, mind you.
[I guess there needs to be a distinction between Fast Fashion and Hyper-Fast Fashion now? We know what's inexpensive but can last a couple years vs. what's truly disposable, blah, blah.]
I get a fair amount of use out of some clothes that other people would probably get rid of I guess. I win?
The people that shop at these places need help and education. Even the people from the great depression would not wear these clothes.
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I have 7 leather and suede jackets and two wool Cashmere overcoats in my wardrobe . I never have owned any plastic garbage made cloths or garments . Everything I wear is genuine fabric. I’ve been hated by liberal media for my fashion choice and even diet which is consist of meat and dietary products. I’m a heathy and strong 54 years old.