Why do men wear polo shirts with top button buttoned?

[ThisisOverload]

There are days when everything I wear is from WalMart.

Real men wear WalMart.

Depends on what it is.

All of their stuff is really cheaply made.

Certain things are not a problem, but their "nice" shirts fray quickly.

[Grape Ape]

Depends on what it is.

All of their stuff is really cheaply made.

Certain things are not a problem, but their "nice" shirts fray quickly.

I would never disparage anyone for their clothes, because caring about another man's wardrobe is teh ghey.

However, there is some really cool quality shit out there if you're into it.  Some of it way overpriced, but some of it is totally justified.

[ThisisOverload]

I would never disparage anyone for their clothes, because caring about another man's wardrobe is teh ghey.

However, there is some really cool quality shit out there if you're into it.  Some of it way overpriced, but some of it is totally justified.

Yeah i'm a cheap ass, but when it comes to clothes i will buy good things.

My thing is dress shoes. Johnston and Murphy.

And Lucky jeans.

When it comes to comfort i'll pay extra.

[IroNat]

Depends on what it is.

All of their stuff is really cheaply made.

Certain things are not a problem, but their "nice" shirts fray quickly.

Some of the stuff they sell is not good but you have to be selective.

The George jeans they sell are rated very good.  The George brand is pretty good overall.

The workshoes they sell are good too.  You need to look them over and make sure the style fits what you need.

I get my sneakers there.  Ozark Trail.  They've lasted years.

If you are brand conscious for status then don't shop there. If you have a job where you need to impress then go elsewhere.

I don't give a crap about the brand if it fits my needs.

Bought a $10 knockoff pair of Converse All-Star type sneakers for deadlifting and have used them for years.  Real Converse are $50 now and there is nothing to them.

[Grape Ape]

Yeah i'm a cheap ass, but when it comes to clothes i will buy good things.

My thing is dress shoes. Johnston and Murphy.

And Lucky jeans.

When it comes to comfort i'll pay extra.

Johnston and Murphy has been my go for dress and dress casual as well.  They are great.  Oddly, I hate all their clothes.

Used to do lucky jeans at an outlet, but found joe's jeans at an outlet as well.  A little more pricey even at the outlet, but as comfortable as sweat pants.

[ThisisOverload]

Some of the stuff they sell is not good but you have to be selective.

The George jeans they sell are rated very good.  The George brand is pretty good overall.

The workshoes they sell are good too.  You need to look them over and make sure the style fits what you need.

I get my sneakers there.  Ozark Trail.  They've lasted years.

If you are brand conscious for status then don't shop there. If you have a job where you need to impress then go elsewhere.

I don't give a crap about the brand if it fits my needs.

Bought a $10 knockoff pair of Converse All-Star type sneakers for deadlifting and have used them for years.  Real Converse are $50 now and there is nothing to them.

It's all about comfort my dude.

Status doesn't matter.

Most people are too stupid to recognize a legit pair of $300 dress shoes anyway.

Considering how much time i spend outside and traveling to remote areas, i've been very picky about what i wear. More based on how it fits and feels.

Shit, my GF just bought some Converse for $80. Those shoes are cheap as shit to make, it's just marketing because they are "cool".

The Red wing steel toes i wear a few days a week cost me $250. Been wearing them for 7 years. Had them repaired twice and re-soled for free.

[ThisisOverload]

Oddly, I hate all their clothes.

Me too, but i've probably purchased 15 pairs of dress shoes from them and 4-5 casual shoes.

I have more shoes than my GF.

I'll check out Joe's jeans.

I stop by the TJ Maxx and Marshalls here in town all the time, found legit Lucky jeans for $25 a pair. Could never find the flaw in them. Probably have 4-5 pairs i found this way over the years. Just not very common.

[Primemuscle]

Some of the stuff they sell is not good but you have to be selective.

The George jeans they sell are rated very good.  The George brand is pretty good overall.

The workshoes they sell are good too.  You need to look them over and make sure the style fits what you need.

I get my sneakers there.  Ozark Trail.  They've lasted years.

If you are brand conscious for status then don't shop there. If you have a job where you need to impress then go elsewhere.

I don't give a crap about the brand if it fits my needs.

Bought a $10 knockoff pair of Converse All-Star type sneakers for deadlifting and have used them for years.  Real Converse are $50 now and there is nothing to them.

The thing about buying clothes, especially jeans is different brands have different cuts (tailoring). Find a brand that best fits your physique.

I buy a lot of clothes online that I send back because they either aren't the same size as the label indicated or they don't look/fit as they appeared in the add. Someone here mentioned the like Lucky Brand jeans. These are well made jeans. Unfortunately, they look awful on me. I think they are made for people with big butts or wider hips.

Clothes made with stretch fabrics are comfortable. After you wear them for a while or make the mistake of washing them in hot water and drying them on a high temperature they will lose their stretch.   

Mass produced clothing is machine cut which can result in variances. If you are fussy about fit and like Levi brand, try them on before you buy them. If you try on 10 pair of the same jean style, you'll find the fit varies a lot from one pair to the next.

I have long arms, long sleeve shirts sized S-M-L-XL. A large's arm length is often too short. Dress shirts labeled by neck size and sleeve length are not a problem.

I find shoes are difficult to buy without trying them on first. I have very wide feet. I couldn't my foot into a Nike if my life depended on it because they are so narrow. The most comfortable sport shoe for me is New Balance.

I hate buying clothes. Trying them on until you find exactly what you want is exhausting. 

[ThisisOverload]

I buy a lot of clothes online that I send back because they either aren't the same size as the label indicated or they don't look/fit as they appeared in the add. Someone here mentioned the like Lucky Brand jeans. These are well made jeans. Unfortunately, they look awful on me. I think they are made for people with big butts or wider hips.

I find shoes are difficult to buy without trying them on first. I have very wide feet. I couldn't my foot into a Nike if my life depended on it because they are so narrow.

Lucky jeans just fit me better overall. They do seem made for people with bigger butt/legs. I can't wear any other brand of jeans comfortably unless i get a size 2-3" larger. They also have about 10 different styles and they all fit completely different. I've found 3 styles that fit amazing and i can buy them at the correct size. I have to shop in a store in order to find clothes that fit. Long arms, broad shoulders and small waist make it difficult. Dress shirts and slacks are impossible. I have ape arms.

I ended up finding a local tailor that can modify anything for a small fee. Little Vietnamese lady will modify my dress cloths for like $5-10 each. I actually had a bunch of long sleeve dress shirts cut down to be short sleeves. Greatest thing i've ever had done! With my wide shoulders it's hard to find short sleeved button up shirts that fit.

I can't wear Nike's either, my feet are too wide. I'm not a big fan of tennis shoes, but i like Asics.

[CalvinH]

What else are you suppose to wear when golfing
Foot Joy are my favorite polos for golf right now but Greyson makes some good ones that you can wear out or on the course

[20inch calves]

all that top button would do is be a porch for that second chin


driveway of peace

Is that a double wide vice?

[IroNat]

TIO,

I'm pulling your leg a bit and do have clothes and shoes not bought at Wally World.

However, there are days when I'm in full Wally World regalia.

[Dave D]

There’s a huge fundamental mistake that’s being overlooked with this question.

Why is anyone referring to these top buttoners as men?

Individuals that practice this behavior are not men. End thread.

[IroNat]

There’s a huge fundamental mistake that’s being overlooked with this question.

Why is anyone referring to these top buttoners as men?

Individuals that practice this behavior are not men. End thread.

"Top-Button" should be another gender class.  LGBTQTopButton

[Grape Ape]

It is true we have lost the theme of the top button.  Maybe a quick recap is in order:

Golf shirts are fine in general

Never button the top button

T-shirt showing underneath is horrible

There is a vicious divide slowly bubbling beneath the surface of those who prefer quality over price. 

Either this thread will dissolve in a day or so and all will be fine, or the very nature of the fabric that holds this forum together will be torn to shreds.

Like a cheap walmart shirt.

[Rambone]

IroNat, are top buttoners considered the power tops of the polo community?

[Dave D]

IroNat, are top buttoners considered the power tops of the polo community?

Ironically Rambone these individuals are considered power bottoms. The world as we know it is rapidly changing.

[Rambone]

It is true we have lost the theme of the top button.  Maybe a quick recap is in order:

Golf shirts are fine in general

Never button the top button

T-shirt showing underneath is horrible

There is a vicious divide slowly bubbling beneath the surface of those who prefer quality over price. 

Either this thread will dissolve in a day or so and all will be fine, or the very nature of the fabric that holds this forum together will be torn to shreds.

Like a cheap walmart shirt.

[Rambone]

Ironically Rambone these individuals are considered power bottoms. The world as we know it is rapidly changing.

 

[wes]

Top Button Buttoners Of Peace

[IroNat]

Grape hit on the fundamental polo/golf shirt rule for straight men:

Do not button the top button.

All else is just noise.

[IroNat]

IroNat, are top buttoners considered the power tops of the polo community?

Top buttoners have been estimated at 10% of the polo shirt community.

They used to be in the closet but have come out.

[kreator]

You are too small if you can fit into a polo shirt. Up the dose

[Grape Ape]

Grape hit on the fundamental polo/golf shirt rule for straight men:

Do not button the top button.

All else is just noise.

Although we may disagree slightly on where we procure our items, we are united against a greater evil, and proof that level minded alpha types can co-exist.

Politicians take note.

[Flexacon]

Did this vile version of Ralph polo shirts ever catch on in the US? It was everywhere here in London 10 years ago.