The black leather jacket is timeless for the underground subculture aesthetic across generations, from rockabillies & greasers in the 50s & 60s, to rockers, metalheads, punkers, industrial & goths in the 70s, 80s, 90s, & beyond. Then the Emo, Scenesters, Indie/Alt bands, psychpop & electro/synthpop dudes since the 2000s to present. It will always fit the alt-dude, artist, musician type & the rebel bad boy aesthetic forever. It’s true most guys probably can’t pull it off unless they have the frame of presence & attitude to go along with the narrative of whatever subculture or music scene they’re in. 🎸🎹🤘🦇🕷️☠️
100% agree with you! Like I said the ratings are based on importance for the average individual. A leather jacket has a very specific demographic that can pull it off. I’m not one of them 😂
For cardigans look up pictures of steve mcqueen and daniel craig, they don't look dated at all in my opinion. Steve mcqueen is called the "king of cool" for a reason, and his style is still iconic (including his cardigan) more than 50 years after his death.
I’m much older than you, but have to say I think pleated pants look like grandad pants. That’s what’s great about fashion, that we don’t have to all enjoy the same things. Btw a black leather jacket is timeless.
I bet a lot of you guys will disagree with my opinion which is the beautiful part about fashion, it’s completely subjective! This video is also a bit satire, like the title “fashion guru” as well as some of the items were ranked a bit harshly but that’s part of the fun 😉 Either way, hope you guys found the video entertaining and didn’t take it to heart 😂❤
It’s so cool to see how fashion trends are so different in every country! I live in Japan where cardigans and puffer jackets are like the biggest AW trends every year, and my guy just put the both of them in the mid-bottom tiers. 😂😂😂 No hate! It’s just really interesting. I feel like Japan lives in their own world of fashion while trying to take some things from foreign brands, but definitely have a distinct aesthetic to them. If that makes sense. 😂 Love the content man! ❤
Man, I can relate to that exact feeling of describing a fresh ass item in your wardrobe, then remembering it was lost in a fire. While I feel that my style has elevated in the couple years that it's been since mine, it's hard to forget the loss. But clothes can be replaced. You can't. Some of my favorite pieces that I now own were donated by wonderful people. Having to rebuild gives you more perspective on what's essential, and it's interesting the way it affects one's fashion opinions. Great video.
Not me wearing a knit cardigan as I watch this! But hey I love my cardigans and find them to be a staple layering piece in my wardrobe. Love the video!
Pleated trousers CAN be god tier, but can also be hot garbage depending on your body type. If you're already long and lean, then yeah, go for it. But if you're rocking a shorter/chonkier frame, it can make your bottom half look wider, which is not what you're typically going for.
Most of my wardrobe is meh and below based on his tier list but I still like my clothes and they definetely fit my style. Everybody has a different style, if you like it just wear it.
@@BrandonBalfour I just read the comments and damn bro you got some hate for no reason. People seem to dislike quiet luxury but you pull it off really well. A very sophisticated art of dressing which not everyone will like, just like all the other forms of art.
What is a good casual, old money aesthetic outfit? Like, jacket pants, and shoes. Something to wear when going to the store, or hanging out with friends.
@@BrandonBalfour Dude, I gotta be honest, I’m a older dude and I really like your content. I wish you all the luck in the world. I am a subscriber for sure.
It's quite not the same one. I have the old version in grey and also the new version tan. It still looks good.. but I wish they sold the old one again :/
I always want to try the leather type B jacket, and I was hoping that you would try it to see how to style it, but now I know what you think about leather jackets haha
@@BrandonBalfour yeah for sure, that wool sweater you’ve shown is number one on my essential for buys in fall / winter, looks so sick a white one would be beautiful
great video dawg, i think moving the you need section above the would buy section would make more sense tho, just for future reference if you do this style of video again !
Just caught a Barbour Bowden quilted jacket for a crazy steal at my local Nordstrom and I absolutely love it! Would definitely recommend a quilted jacket forsure
We need the winter wardrobe video ASAP!!!
Haha I’ll get on it!
@@BrandonBalfour we appreciate it bro
Agreed
If your from the U.K. you know the way it just transition from hot to cold in one day is a mad ting
bro im running out of money lol I cant buy anymore shit cuz need to save for Christmas gifts
The black leather jacket is timeless for the underground subculture aesthetic across generations, from rockabillies & greasers in the 50s & 60s, to rockers, metalheads, punkers, industrial & goths in the 70s, 80s, 90s, & beyond. Then the Emo, Scenesters, Indie/Alt bands, psychpop & electro/synthpop dudes since the 2000s to present. It will always fit the alt-dude, artist, musician type & the rebel bad boy aesthetic forever. It’s true most guys probably can’t pull it off unless they have the frame of presence & attitude to go along with the narrative of whatever subculture or music scene they’re in. 🎸🎹🤘🦇🕷️☠️
100% agree with you! Like I said the ratings are based on importance for the average individual. A leather jacket has a very specific demographic that can pull it off. I’m not one of them 😂
Leather jacket will never go out of style and still it’s 🔥
He list me at leather
I love the pace of his videos, it gets to the point while still getting his point across. So nice not to see someone drag a 10min video to 20
For cardigans look up pictures of steve mcqueen and daniel craig, they don't look dated at all in my opinion. Steve mcqueen is called the "king of cool" for a reason, and his style is still iconic (including his cardigan) more than 50 years after his death.
I’ll check it out!
Definitely for old people
Lmao.... @@roronoauchiha69
You gotta be cool to pull off thw cardigan. It's only for the extra cool.
Maybe in 10 years, when people will say the zip up is for old people. Fashion comes in cycles
Bruv we need more videos like this, let’s hope you reach 500k or 1 million by the end of this year. You deserve it brother
A leatherjacket and a V-Neck is for old people but penny loafers and Grandfather pants aren’t? 😂 This guy life’s in a different timeline.
I’m much older than you, but have to say I think pleated pants look like grandad pants. That’s what’s great about fashion, that we don’t have to all enjoy the same things. Btw a black leather jacket is timeless.
Hahah exactly
His “you need” section is my god tier section 😂 that’s how minimalist I am 😂😂😂 Straight to the point!
I bet a lot of you guys will disagree with my opinion which is the beautiful part about fashion, it’s completely subjective!
This video is also a bit satire, like the title “fashion guru” as well as some of the items were ranked a bit harshly but that’s part of the fun 😉
Either way, hope you guys found the video entertaining and didn’t take it to heart 😂❤
NYC people will get offended. XD
@@kasa2927haha it’s all good, someone can make a video roasting me and my style. It’s all good fun
Ngl i was ready to throw hands with some of those picks
@@chocobarre3178lmaoo
I dare you to go to a thrift shop and find a perfect winter outfit!
This!
Lol
it is kinda easy, no?
The leather jacket with a flannel underneath is something people sleep on but it’s a 10/10 fit
This is just everything Brandon likes to wear :D (which is also stylish)
Yes 😂
It’s so cool to see how fashion trends are so different in every country!
I live in Japan where cardigans and puffer jackets are like the biggest AW trends every year, and my guy just put the both of them in the mid-bottom tiers. 😂😂😂
No hate! It’s just really interesting.
I feel like Japan lives in their own world of fashion while trying to take some things from foreign brands, but definitely have a distinct aesthetic to them. If that makes sense. 😂
Love the content man! ❤
Wouldn’t be surprised if next year I’m like the cardigan is god tier haha
@@BrandonBalfouryou can’t dress 😭😭😭🙏
Agree with almost all - but a henley and the leder jacket is a classic… if you have the figure, it looks great as hell
And if you're in your 40s
Are you saying "Please Say Pants" 7:47? What would be the difference between those & the pleated trousers?
Spring and summer are coming bro. We need this for all seasons. I live in the desert so I’m REALLY looking forward to the summer episode.
I think cardigans are underrated i have seen someone on yt shorts pull it of good.
I was a little harsh on the cardigan, maybe would move it to the Meh section.
Man, I can relate to that exact feeling of describing a fresh ass item in your wardrobe, then remembering it was lost in a fire. While I feel that my style has elevated in the couple years that it's been since mine, it's hard to forget the loss. But clothes can be replaced. You can't. Some of my favorite pieces that I now own were donated by wonderful people. Having to rebuild gives you more perspective on what's essential, and it's interesting the way it affects one's fashion opinions. Great video.
Ignore the haters. The content is a big help especially for some of us who are on a budget or can’t afford luxury items (yet).
@7:46 pants are mentioned. Could sb tell me the name of the type of pants pls? I don’t understand and subtitles don’t help either. Thank you
did anyone understand? i need help with that too
@@Fatashin Those are the Plissé pants
plissé or basically ribbed
Not me wearing a knit cardigan as I watch this! But hey I love my cardigans and find them to be a staple layering piece in my wardrobe. Love the video!
I'm with you, I think he was too harsh on the cardigan!
Pleated trousers CAN be god tier, but can also be hot garbage depending on your body type. If you're already long and lean, then yeah, go for it. But if you're rocking a shorter/chonkier frame, it can make your bottom half look wider, which is not what you're typically going for.
We need more long videos! You are so good to talk 😫
(By the way we need more videos in general 😂)
Working on it brother, currently in the process of hiring an editing team
@@BrandonBalfour oh good for you! All the best for finding the best team!
I just bought an all black cable knit cardigan 😐 and have been basically living in it.
Been getting compliments too
Most of my wardrobe is meh and below based on his tier list but I still like my clothes and they definetely fit my style. Everybody has a different style, if you like it just wear it.
Yeah, me too.
You're my fav YTer
Ayy appreciate you!
depends on the flannel, you showed target style flannels. Wax london and other high end flannels can be worn nicely especially for going out.
Wax London is nice
Definitely copping some of these pieces. Thank you Brandon!
I got you brother! 🔥
We're waiting for next one
Old money is the best style ever🤝
Agreed! Although I do think I need to have more of a variety of styles in my upcoming videos
@@BrandonBalfour I just read the comments and damn bro you got some hate for no reason. People seem to dislike quiet luxury but you pull it off really well. A very sophisticated art of dressing which not everyone will like, just like all the other forms of art.
So in summary, he just loves the chic/old money aesthetic and feels meh about street wear, tho this video feels MORE opinionated than i expected.
street wear is tacky and not sylish
Brandon you really need to address winter shoes, I cant just rock my white sneakers when it's pouring outside
I personally just wear darker sneakers. I’m not quite in my boots stage yet 😂
Maybe wear a pair of oxfords, or derbies?
You can’t beat the “this you” allegations
We need a southern hemisphere video! We're heading into summer 🌞
not H&M advertising mid-video an exact replica of the wool overshirt that u lost in the fire
Could you do a video on the fragrances that you would raccomend?
I'm rlly lovin your vids man and I gotta say you have elevated my fashion sense so ty
What is a good casual, old money aesthetic outfit? Like, jacket pants, and shoes. Something to wear when going to the store, or hanging out with friends.
Trouser, sweater polo and sneakers
@@BrandonBalfour thank you
U have exact understanding of fashion nd how really dresses look actually..
Banana Republic has a good collection of Shaw Collar Cardigans. They don’t have that old man look. They fit snug and have an athletic look to them.
I’ll have to check them out then!
@@BrandonBalfour Dude, I gotta be honest, I’m a older dude and I really like your content. I wish you all the luck in the world. I am a subscriber for sure.
We need one minute video of you just laughing 😂
😂
Make a tier list for footwear and accessories (glasses and jewelry). A shoe video alone will probably be too short
7:19 the best part of the video
A denim jacket is a cultural icon. At least would buy, if not god tier.
you lost me when you put that leather jacket to meh section and then call yourself a fashion guru 😂
We need a Part 2
Just so you know, in Spain we have the Wool overshirt, I bought it a week ago
Damn 😂
It's quite not the same one. I have the old version in grey and also the new version tan. It still looks good.. but I wish they sold the old one again :/
If Brandon doesn't have a chiseled-enough face for a turtleneck then nobody does
Bruh i am literally wearing old money to my college, everyguy is calling me the old money guy💀
brilliant video love your style!
Great edit Brandon. 👍🔥
FINALLY THIS MAN GOT A SPONSOR GOOD THING SHOULD HAPPEN FOR GOOD PERSON. HAPPENED 😊❤
Haha thank you bro! We have been offered them, I just usually decline if it’s not something that would be useful
@@BrandonBalfour that heart is precious 😅❤
@@BrandonBalfourBrando we do need video for black friday wishlist man ⚡⚡❣
Loved this one thank you - would like to se more like this
Thank you for this video, I'm trying to start dressing well and this helped me to make a list of things to buy
I think the henley got rated too low.
The guy with the green knit cardigan looks clean asf
I always want to try the leather type B jacket, and I was hoping that you would try it to see how to style it, but now I know what you think about leather jackets haha
I’m personally not a guy that can pull it off 😂
Should I purchase a Suede Bomber Jacket for the fall weather 😅? I found a discounted one at Abercrombie lol.
Link for the turtle neck and 1/4 zip you have on? It’s 🔥
Really enjoyed this video! Thanks!
Thank you for validating the contents of my closet haha
Cardigans look good, but only if it compliments the rest of your outfit. So you have to go for a vintage or dark academia kind of style.
Top stuff, my style is very very different but I’ve took certain pieces and use them in a different way either way love the content
That’s the way to do it bro, don’t conform to one person style! Have your own unique mix 🔥
@@BrandonBalfour yeah for sure, that wool sweater you’ve shown is number one on my essential for buys in fall / winter, looks so sick a white one would be beautiful
@@bodhimurphy1564dude they are so clean!
The leather jacket in the meh section ? wow, you ARE American 🦅
Please make a video on white basic t-shirts with this concept.
Great video as always ❤
You're the best!
Man did Jeff dirty 😂😂
great video dawg, i think moving the you need section above the would buy section would make more sense tho, just for future reference if you do this style of video again !
Hot take: I think flannel is fine. Tuck it in your jeans, wear some leather boots, open them couple buttons to show some chest and you're good to go.
the leather and denim jackets folks going crazy rn
Really enjoyed this format. Would love to see this with shoes
can we get a plug for the quarter zip you wore in the vid pleaseee
What are the pants you have at 7:56 ?
Yo I thought chino pants would be God tier since you like wearing them a lot.
Make this a usual thing please
Simplifies it A LOT
Haha I got you!
Just caught a Barbour Bowden quilted jacket for a crazy steal at my local Nordstrom and I absolutely love it! Would definitely recommend a quilted jacket forsure
Sheesh! Definitely going to cop
For a cold weather minimalistic wardrobe, would you go overcoat or puffer jacket? No requirement of formality other than personal preference
OMG, the grey fleece jacket from northface is driving me crazy, cannot find this item anymore
Fun video! Great pacing
Right off the bat you hurt me with the cardigans 😂😂😢
justice for the cardi 😤
Wanted to buy some plisse pants but apparently those pants are, according to my mom, intended for older people, watchu think?
. Definitely .
Definitely disagree brother
can we get a written list of the god tier items?
Wtf is this cardigan slander i am shaking with rage
Could you do a video on outdated styles and aesthetics?
Where are the quarterzips in navy and white-navy-striped from?
yo when are we getting a full wardrobe vid
Hey Brandon, great Video! Would you mind letting me know where you got the 1/4 Zip your're wearing in the video? I love the ribbed texture!
It’s from Abercrombie bro
What are the pants called again? 7:46
Bro targeted Alex Costa in every way possible 😂
would you rather pleated trousers or plisse pants
Gotta disagree about the flannel. It’s easy and just looks good IMO.
Great video brandon! What color chinos do you recommend?
Brandon, I live in spain and zara still has that wool jacket if you want I can send you one.
“Parka isnt necessary”
Cries in Boston
i live in new zealand so i have to watch this video in a year
Great videos, question where did you buy the cream half zip sweater your wearing?
keep it up bro! you changing the game 😂
Haha really appreciate you broski!
@@BrandonBalfour bro where can i find a fitted or slim trouser pants or chino?
Leatherjacket ia a bad ass piece!
It’s winter in the UK bro we need the new vid asap