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Post by itrainmonkeys on Mar 13, 2013 15:30:48 GMT -5
I don't give a shit if it's "in" or "out". I wear stuff that is comfortable and can breathe a bit. Bandanas rock for keeping out dust and sunburn. I don't typically wear hats but always buy one before Roo because that shit is essential. I hate the feeling of sunburn on the top of my head after a day or two of being in the sun. Usually light T-shirts and I bring a mesh reversable lacrosse jersey for when it's really hot. I prefer sport/mesh shorts if I can but sometimes it's better to have shorts with more pockets for all my gadgets and toys. Night time = pajama/sweat pants.
Post by A$AP Rosko on Mar 13, 2013 15:37:50 GMT -5
Are those some kind of pajama slipper TOMS or something? Like Horn said, f*cking bold.
And re the bandana thing: Like I said, it's cool if you're wearing it for practical reasons like keeping dust out, preventing sunburn, or keeping cool. It's when you're one of those brohamms rocking it because you think it makes you look badass when you get yourself into trouble.
I rock the bandana neck wrap all the time. Wrap some ice from a vendors ice bucket and put it on the back of your neck. I'll admit it's not the most stylish thing in the world but it's amazing.
Are those some kind of pajama slipper TOMS or something? Like Horn said, f*cking bold.
And re the bandana thing: Like I said, it's cool if you're wearing it for practical reasons like keeping dust out, preventing sunburn, or keeping cool. It's when you're one of those brohamms rocking it because you think it makes you look badass when you get yourself into trouble.
Yeah, bandanas can be useful at festivals, but keep it practical. And people who wear bandanas outside of a festival/outdoor event setting are just embarrassing themselves.
Are those some kind of pajama slipper TOMS or something? Like Horn said, f*cking bold.
And re the bandana thing: Like I said, it's cool if you're wearing it for practical reasons like keeping dust out, preventing sunburn, or keeping cool. It's when you're one of those brohamms rocking it because you think it makes you look badass when you get yourself into trouble.
Yeah, bandanas can be useful at festivals, but keep it practical. And people who wear bandanas outside of a festival/outdoor event setting are just embarrassing themselves.
Imma be rockin' my FFF7 custom chrome fanny pack and bandanna at Roo this year. Oh, and I bought new shoes and sandals last year for the first time in like 3 years:
Post by canexplain on Mar 13, 2013 15:46:27 GMT -5
Geez rookie here .....
My x and now good friend Tygerlady, made those bandanas with the cold insert thingy, you get it wet, it holds the water for a while, and wrap around your neck. They are great for the desert or anywhere like that. She made a bunch and sent them to our troops in Iraq (daughter there at the time btw) and I can assure you, they liked them and could give a flluck if they were stylish .... cr****
Here's what’s in and what’s out for the 2013 edition of Bonnaroo:
CASUALWEAR
OUT
Toga Overdone and just plain cliché, the toga has seen better days. Unless you can add a new wrinkle to this overused party outfit, stay away from the toga. And after all, this isn’t a frat party, bros.
IN
Kilt Whether it’s getting in touch with your Scottish roots, showing off the sheet of man fur on your legs, or letting it all hang out (literally), nothing exudes confident masculinity more than rocking a kilt. For extra points, add a bagpipe to the ensemble and give everyone in your camp a much needed wakeup call at 7am to let them know the party has started.
BANDANAS
OUT
Bandana Necktie Unless you’re headed to the outback or plan on taking in a safari, this look serves no purpose at Bonnaroo.
IN
Bandana Face Mask Not only is this an efficient way to protect you from the dust of the farm, but it serves as a great looking when raging during a Late Night set. Plus, it gives you the perfect incognito look when creeping on some randos.
OUT
Reverse Bandana You’re not 2pac. Not even close.
IN
Bandana Headband Although I condone this look, be careful that your hairline is conducive to making this look happen. The last thing you need is a LeBron James situation.
Bonnaroo 2013 Shirt You don’t wear the shirt of the festival you are currently attending. Ever. Which leads us to the next entry….
OUT
Shirt of Band on Current Roster You never, ever, ever wear a shirt of the band you’re currently seeing.
NEUTRAL
Shirt of Past Bonnaroos I could go either way on this. If you have a shirt from the early days of the festival, I say go for it. What a great conversation piece. But if the shirt is from more recent years, I recommend that you stay away. Let time pass and dust off that Bonnaroo 2012 shirt in a few years when Radiohead stops touring!
IN
Shirt of band that you are going to see in the future I’m not opposed to wearing a shirt of a band that you saw earlier in the year, or even another festival that you went to in 2013. But for a real statement, where a shirt of the band that you’re going to see immediately AFTER Bonnaroo.
HATS
OUT
Trucker Hats 2003 called, it wants its style back.
IN
Fedora Only an Ed Hardy t-shirt could spell D-O-U-C-H-E more than this unfortunate choice.
NEUTRAL
Cowboy Hat Personally not something I would roll with. Only a chosen few could pull it off, but when they do, it’s a phenomenal look. Please have self-awareness when making this choice. This could turn into a Texas-sized fashion faux pas.
IN
Green Eyeshade Visor Hunter S. Thompson lives at Bonnaroo! The green eyeshade visor is the best keep fashion secret of the summer of 2013. Fear and Loathing in Manchester, TN. You heard it here first!
ACCESSORIES
OUT
Umbrella Hat Looks efficient, but fashion is rarely utilitarian. This look is buffoonish and alarmingly disturbing. Stay very far way.
IN
Umbrella This may be a cumbersome accessory, but it quickly becoming a staple of men’s festival chic. For good measure, go with a multi-color umbrella and let it spin during a trippy set.
OUT
Walking Stick The traditional hiker’s walking stick should be used just for that, hiking. Save it for when you climb the trails of the Tiger Leaping Gorge near the Yangtze River, not for the relative flatlands of the magical farm in Manchester, TN.
IN
Traditional Cane This look screams PIMP. It has the aroma of effervescent SWAG. Put a little extra pep in your step when walking around with this grand accessory that will let everyone on the farm know that you are a BOSS!
EYEWEAR
OUT
Aviator Sunglasses Unless you’re recreating scenes from ‘Top Gun’, it’s time to retire this look. It had a nice renaissance here in the past decade, but now the look is just tired and ubiquitous.
IN Flip Glasses Channeling the spirit of Dwayne Wayne, these little gems are back and better than ever. The more colorful , the better.
IN
Eye Patch Are you a pirate, a street fighter, a Slick Rick disciple? It doesn’t matter. Keep the festival crowd guessing as to what is behind that patch. Pirate chic is all the rage. For extra points, throw in a puffy shirt and scream ARRRRGGHHHH!
COSTUMES
OUT
Borat Bikini I wish this never happened in the first place. No self-respecting man should ever turn to this lack of human decency. And if you’re doing it for laughs, the joke is over. OUT
Superhero Costume zzzzzzzzzzz
IN
Canadian Avenger Nothing will announce you presence on the farm with more impact than a denim suit. Whether you are Canadian or not, it doesn’t matter. Bring Bonnaroo patrons to their knees with your dominance as you play the role of the Canadian Avenger! For extra points, throw in a maple leaf flag and a mullet.
NEUTRAL
Modern Day Viking There’s only one guy I know that can pull of this look. No need to join the fray and push the envelope on any type of copyright infringement situations.
FOOTWEAR
OUT
Flip-Flops/Sandals I know I am in the minority for this one, but a man should never show his feet in public as long as he can help it. Save it for the ladies, guys. Plus, good luck in the mud after a rainstorm.
OUT
Crocs I shouldn’t even have to clarify myself here. This is purely and utterly common sense.
IN
Hi-Tops With Velcro A great look with the high protection and Velcro adjustment to keep your socks dry in event of rain. Can go with just about any ensemble. Assortment of brands, styles, and colors.
IN
Sanuks The Carpe Diem edition. RIP Matt.
FACIAL HAIR
OUT
Mutton Chop Sideburns Save it for your local Civil War reenactment. There’s no room for these monstrosities on the farm.
OUT
Soul Patch Hey creeper.
IN
Mustache This will ALWAYS be a staple of Bonnaroo!
Anybody like thrifting? I've found lots of great stuff flipping through dusty clothes at Goodwill.
There used to be a great shop in Detroit near where I worked growing up. The neighborhood is key. People are under the mistaken impression that all thrift shops are roughly equal. You need to find a place where the people in the surrounding community are going to be donating the types of thing you're interested in, but it's off the beaten path and not immediately picked over.
Now that I'm in DC, my girlfriend and I will drive up to the shops in Baltimore and Havre de Grace two three times a year, but they're better for trinkets than clothing.
Also, nothing is more awesome than old heavy metal t-shirts.
Really random, but Sweden is like old metal shirt mecca. I have (had) so many great ones from there. All the tacky tourist shops carry a shitload of em.
Post by Delicious Meatball Sub on Mar 13, 2013 16:03:36 GMT -5
It's amazing, as is Norway.
If you're in the market for a new car, you can buy a Volvo from the factory in Gothenburg and they'll fly you out there for free to pick it up off the line, let you drive it around for a few weeks, then ship it to you.
Also, nothing is more awesome than old heavy metal t-shirts.
Yeah - everyone loves old heavy metal t-shirts. I brought down a dozen of my old heavy metal shirts (the black ones with the 3/4 white baseball sleeve) to give away to the kids at the orphanage where I worked in Mexico. Gave them out the first night there - kids loved them. What I didn't anticipate was all of them showing up the next morning at church to sing in the choir while wearing shirts that said "666 - Number of the Beast", "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath" and "Diary of a Madman" with corresponding images. Little cherubs singing Soplando en el Viento while promoting Satanism and blood and death. Awkward...
Post by Delicious Meatball Sub on Mar 13, 2013 16:06:52 GMT -5
I lived there the summer between high school and college (and have been back several times). My experience there is actually where my interest in men's fashion really got going. Diesel jeans were involved.
Are those some kind of pajama slipper TOMS or something? Like Horn said, f*cking bold.
And re the bandana thing: Like I said, it's cool if you're wearing it for practical reasons like keeping dust out, preventing sunburn, or keeping cool. It's when you're one of those brohamms rocking it because you think it makes you look badass when you get yourself into trouble.
Yeah, bandanas can be useful at festivals, but keep it practical. And people who wear bandanas outside of a festival/outdoor event setting are just embarrassing themselves.
Agreed with both. I don't use bandanas as a regular thing. Strictly for festivals or summer shows with certain conditions.
I stay close to home so I hit the Prevention of Blindness shop in Old Town (get vinyl there too) and the Twig. Del Ray has a Labels Exchange but I haven't been there yet.
New rule in the house though is for every item that comes in, two have to leave, so not much shopping lately.
I just try and keep it as light as possible when it comes to festival wear. Tank tops and lax pinneys (yeah, I done said it) are great,
Oh man...is that what they are called? I've gone through my whole life thinking they were called "penny's/pennies" but never thought much about why. I'm having one of those moments when your mind is blown about being wrong about something your entire life.
I stay close to home so I hit the Prevention of Blindness shop in Old Town (get vinyl there too) and the Twig. Del Ray has a Labels Exchange but I haven't been there yet.
New rule in the house though is for every item that comes in, two have to leave, so not much shopping lately.
I'm going to do a mass clothing donation soon. I have a footlocker full of tshirts I just need to cut the cord with.
