Big selection inspired by military designs but thereās plenty that look like normal wear. Range $50-$120. Sturdy construction. Usually pure cotton. Pictured is a pleated pair I adore.
May 10, 2024
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Online only, unfortunately. But they have great instructions on how to measure yourself and detailed measurements for all their items. As for your monster dumper, these mfs make BIG PANTS out of STURDY material. Their aesthetic may not be for everyone, but I'm a happy camper.
Mar 14, 2024
I'll confirm the Bronson (for milsurp styles) and J. Crew Giant Fit chinos/cords (more generic casual) recommendations are both good. Uniqlo, Buck Mason, and Gramici (hiking vibes) should also have good options.
If you're going vintage, PRL Andrew or Hammond pants are great in linen or cord or chino. Both straight leg, Andrew is a double forward pleat, Hammond is a double reverse. My linen Andrews bounce and flow in ways that make me happy.
Dickie's makes some good pants for cheap, the main downside being the polyester in their blends. But they look cool. Workwear-styled. (For the confused, workwear doesn't mean "clothes you wear to work," it means "clothes construction workers might wear to work.")
Evan Kinori, Studio Nicholson, and Scott Fraser Collection are doing cool things if you wanna spend money. Or you could always go bespoke with a brand like Rota.
Aaaannd as one more twist... I've gotten good Gucci pants for a very good price on eBay, there's more out there if you want to look into that. Especially worthwhile if you want to find a flared leg.
Mar 15, 2024
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I wasnāt one of those people that reverted to sweats and loungewear in the early days of quarantine, but Iāve come to appreciate the joy of āsoftā clothing when indoors. Before I moved from NY to LA, I dug out an old pair of sateen Army fatigues that have a beautiful softness and peached finish that lies between pajama pants, sweatpants and the sort of cotton canvas work pants painters might wear. The design is louche and utilitarian enough that any relation to itās military origin is not immediately obvious, and the olive green is quite faded and muted and would be at home in a garden or any natural setting. I love repurposed and recontextualized objects in general, but these pants have become increasingly dear to me as Iāve come to appreciate the beauty in their simplicity and practicality.
Jan 19, 2021
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Alright y'all, standards have gotten a little lax around here and rec quality has taken a dip (I'm including myself in this). Here are some pointers for High Rec Standards.
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BODYāThis supports the rec and anything goes. Supporting statements, supporting essays, additional recs, you can get silly, you can pontificate. You can do anything you want. Except putting the main rec down here. Where does it go? That's right. In the Title š
IMAGEāNo rules. Add one to preference. It can be relevant or a non sequitur.
LINKāI highly recommend links but it's not as important as the Title or Body. If you are recommending something that has an online presence (music, movies, websites, products, etc.), Piffies want to click on it immediately. Don't make us google. Be kind a leave a link.
EMOJIāNo rules. Express yourself.
ANTI-RECS:
They exist and they are valid recs. "Anti-Rec: _____" clearly communicates this is something best avoided. But a better way format this type of Rec is to use a modifier or verb that flows with "I recommend _____." Ex. I recommend... Not Eating Tacks, Avoiding Area X, Leaving Off the Anchovies, etc.ā(Formatting Anti-Recs this way first recommended by tyler the Creator)
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TITLEāThis is the question or topic of the Ask. Asks can solicit advice or start a discussion. You have some flexibility here because the Ask is expected to be expounded upon in the body if it needs more context. Just be clear. Again, this is not a lead in. Be direct and ask the question or state the topic.
BODYāProvide more context. Narrow the recommendation field. Add relevant links. Remember, the Ask goes in the Title š
EMOJIāNo rules. Express yourself.
ANSWERING AN ASKāRecs on Asks can break style as dictated by the Ask. If the Ask is looking for Recs, give Recs following style. If it's asking for opinions, give your opinion. Asking for links? Give links! Respond however you would respond some someone IRL. Asks start a conversation so you can be more conversational. But keep in mind that these Recs will appear in the main feed. So where you can maintain Rec style, do so.
Example: WHATāS YOUR CURRENT LETTERBOXD TOP 4?
A response to this with High Rec Standards would look something like this:
TITLEāLists your current Letterboxd top 4. You are recommending these four movies.
BODYāFree reign here. Drop your Letterboxd @. Talk about the movies. Make a quip. Emoji. Relevant links. Nothing.
IMAGEāOptional. Screenshot of your top four. Frame from a movie. Dealer's choice.
LINKāAdd your Letterboxd profile only if you want to be found.
EMOJIāWhatever. But it'd be nice if it was relevant.
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02.11.2025āMoved SpongeBob Bubble Blowing Technique video link from the top level into the body ("some pointers") so the embed wouldn't override the High Quality instructional graphic.
Jul 25, 2024
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This combo has just been here the whole time?!
Feb 6, 2025
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i will eat one every day i do not give a fuck anymore
Jan 30, 2024