Skinny Jeans

[Tom Church]

Across the globe Skinny Jeans on men causes some controversy. I went to a rar-rar (posh boy) school and was one of very few to ever wear them. The rest of the guys wanted to conform and blend in the masses by only daring to wear t-shirts and normal jeans, with a brown belt and brown loafers. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with that - in fact it can look really good, but when a night in town conists of 100 blokes all wearing the same thing, it's disconcerting.

As I went out clubbing with my good mates in London since 16, I began to follow that fashion scene, hence skinny jeans. Yet there are some misconceptions I want to clear up before beginning this debate:

1. Emo's are NOT the only people that wear them.
2. They are NOT a new fashion - watch Terminator
3. Converse shoes are NOT the only things worn with them.

Let's get this straight, girls fucking love a guy with confidence. To stand out, but not make notice of it is admirable. Yet I personally am pretty tired of skinny jeans now. In England there are three types of guys that wear them (I included and possibly Jamie?) Emo's first - the goths, then the guys that party so hard they'd rather spend money on booze then food, and finally an ambiguous London crowd that don't seem to conform to any social group but walk around with attitude.

In West Australia though, I've seen something bizarre! Yesterday I rode into the city and took a break on a bench in the middle of a busy street. Next to me was a twenty-something lady/woman/girl (correct terminology?) and I asked her, 'what's the fashion trend for men here?' As it's something I'm becoming increasingly interested in. She explained,

"t-shirts, skinnies and havvies."

Havvies (Havianas) are a brand of 'thongs' which in turn mean flip-flops. And being aware now, I saw this every where. Groups of big guys, squeezed into skinny jeans and wearing flip-flops in 27C heat. Something just wasn't right about it. In this (comparatively to English) squelching heat, they're sweating their arses off through tight black jeans. Yes fashion is cool, but it's gotta fit in with the environment.

This environment isn't just the weather and terrain (you won't wear flip-flops in the artic) it's also your lifestyle. Since about two years ago I've become increasingly active everyday. More exercise; more running, (tried parkour,) cycling, swimming, dancing...And recently; riding elephants, bamboo rafting, mountain biking and soon to be sky-diving. Ergo the skinnies have stayed in the drawers for quite a while now and have been replaced by shorts or trousers (in which you can actually lift your leg up - skinny jean wearers will understand).

So what do you think about skinny jeans? What are their role in your culture?

For me, I want something with more movement now. Something that only the Urban Tap legend Tamango can encompass:

[Elyts]

I have never even dreamed of owning a pair of skinny jeans, to be honest im not even a big jeans guy...lately ive been wearing some, but i usually wear sweatpants, dress pants, trackpants, or shorts...and although they are misconceptions, 1. and 3. are VERY true at my school. I know its wrong to think that converse shoes are the only things worn with them, but thats all i see, same with the Emo's, they are the only people i see wearing skinny jeans...on the other hand, i love the style and i think it looks great on a lot of people, just not so much for me

[NickH]

I have never tried, I dont think they will fit me well, I usually see skinnier/slim guys wearing them, while I am slim, my legs do have meat on them. I just wear the slim jeans because they are tight enough.

[Chikito]

I have big manly legs with large thighs and even though I do own a pair I struggle really hard to fit into them.

I don't wear baggy jeans anymore I only wear fitted clothes. My jeans are not tight they fit perfectly with a little bagginess in the right places (ankles). It is indeed the trend now to go to Topshop and buy all you can from there if your an English teenager.

My style is more: Tight jacket (dark), t-shirt(light), nice fitting trousers(dark) and recently really bright green shoes that are nice and chunky (Nike high-tops).

The way I see it: If you have a well looked after body why hide it in baggy clothes? Especially if you can look pretty good doing it. Tight fit looks neater and more stylish than just clothes that you throw on. Later on Ill show a pic!

[Elyts]

If you have a well looked after body why hide it in baggy clothes?

Thats like saying if you have hair you love and its well looked after, why wear a hat, if you have beautiful eyes why wear glasses...baggy clothes dont HIDE your body, they simple accentuate parts that you want accentuated...I personally think I have a decent body haha nothing to well built but im unafraid to show it off, however i wear very baggy clothes just because its the style i enjoy and feel comfortable in...I too shall take a picture of my "hidden" self for you jamie its coming...

[Chikito]

Ok I took some photos of what I was wearing today. I have a lack of space in my room to take some of these photos.
The jacket and shoes are a new edition to my wardrobe.

[tonatiuh8]

I really like skinny jeans just don't have any. Not only do skinny jeans look awesome, but I've also seen a lot of actors start wearing tighter suits, with of course a skinny tie.

I think the "skinny style" as said by its name works great with guys who have a slim physique.

And CHIKI I LLOOVVEE the jacket bro. Online store?

[Elyts]

Jamie my man I love that sexy watch and those peacocking shoes, the green looks good on you...as for the skinny jeans, they seem to suit you, but i have a skinny bod as it is, so i just cant see the look working that well on me...how can i post pictures in a post so tht they show up...??

[NickH]

Sweet outfit, I think its about time I invest in a watch. And those Nike's are amazing...dunks?

Jacket is pretty sweet too, I dont know where to find a decent one around here.

[Daniel Becerra]

I would game that kid named Chikito

Oh, I actually have a pair of skinny jeans. Not too skinny though.

[SilverStreak]

hmm...I have to say I'm not liking the touch with the shoes, but besides that definitely cool

Also, I realized those are really nice shots. What kind of camera is that?

[Elyts]

k seriously how do i post pictures here how can i have an internet address for a picture that I have stored on my computer that isnt off the internet...

[NickH]

http://www.imageshack.us/

[Elyts]

yes nick, u are bomb tings, thanks a lot hah so ANYWAYS this is my baggy looking style, its what i was wearing today it looks hard to see, but the shirt underneath the purple one is sexy pink nd under that i have an under armour shirt with a pimp collar

[RedLine90]

I have seen so much horrible skinny jeans, they basically buy jeans for 7 year old children and put them on...I prefer the normal, not too baggy not too skinny.

[BestStyle]

Skinny jeans are good, and some people really look good in them

[Charles002]

Hi,
We know that the jeans is so useful for everyone. In this season this is the best cloth for every human.

Cheers!
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