It's ok to brick a fit once in a while
A new brand from Reese Cooper, Studio Nicholson's newest collection, should we start wearing squash shoes as a fashion statement, and more!
Online fashion vs actual fashion found on the streets are two different things. Sure, there are online trends that we see scattered across our feeds, but in the real world, those trends might not be as apparent. Fashion is about self-expression, experimentation, having fun, etc… There’s more uniqueness when it comes to styles found in the real world, and that’s exciting. But that’s not always the case when it comes to getting dressed for the internet.
The concept of sharing your fit pic on the internet has evolved since the early days of fashion forums where we used to show off our denim stacks paired with a rare graphic tee. Since then, fit pics have become more of a flex-off rather than documenting your style progression — although you can make the argument that fic pics were always about flexing since the beginning of time and that they are still used as a tool to document your progress. Fast forward to today, and there’s a vibe on social media now that sort of forces you to only post your best fits, which could be intimidating to those new to the fashion game.
I find that there’s an expectation that you must dress well to be accepted, even if you just started exploring your personal style. But I am not entirely sure I agree with this. Finding your personal style is not easy, and to truly understand what clothes work best for you takes time and a lot of trial and error. This means pulling up in a look that might not be your best work. Bricking a fit is part of that journey, and that’s ok. Your fits can’t all be slam dunks at the beginning, and that’s also ok. As long as you’re open to trying new things, exploring, and figuring out what you like, then the rest will follow.
Long story short, I just want you to remember not to get too sucked into the explore page vortex, and think that you have to be pulling off amazing fits right off the gate. Keep things fun for yourself when it comes to getting dressed, try new things out, experiment, and most importantly, don’t be afraid to brick a fit or two once in a while. These moments are essential to learning what you like, what you don’t like, what colors work for you, what specific styles compliment your body, and so on in a more organic way. The more clothes you try, the sharper your style will become. Going through that process early on is more beneficial to one’s style development than spending a lot of money on a bunch of elite pieces that you might not necessarily execute to their fullest potential.
RC OUTDOOR SUPPLY
Reese Cooper recently announced a new line under his personal label that focuses on accessible and functional outdoor gear called, RC Outdoor Supply. The collection is already available directly on the RCOS website here, featuring design elements that are similar to his main label, but with a much more appealing price point.
I haven’t seen the stuff in person just yet, but judging by the mainline, I think it’s safe to assume this is going to be some solid gear that’s designed for the outdoors. Water colored camo jacket has to be my personal favorite, although the $95 Track Jackets are just way too hard to ignore given that retail price. The first collection is pretty big, featuring a wide range of outerwear, tops, running gear and more. Highly recommend exploring this one!
Excited to see how this line will evolve with time. You can follow RCOS on Instagram here.
HATS FROM ARPENTEUR
Got a couple of heaters on sale currently over at Arpenteur that you should check out if you’re looking for some headwear specifically designed with a deep cap. The cap is constructed using a malleable cotton linen material that is pretty lightweight, which also allows you to easily fold and store the hat if needed.
The elastic back is also a fun little detail that allows an easy fit on anyones head. With that being said, the caps do come in a few different sizes, so make sure to consult the measurement chart on the product page.
The Marina Cap is currently on sale for around $70 over at their website here. Not entirely sure when the sale ends, so better act fast.
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