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I always try to keep everyone guessing with my videos haha. I just do what's natural and try my best to shape it into something that makes sense. I had a lot of fun making this video, and I'm glad that you got a few laughs out of it! That's amazing that you saw the pop-up shop! I wish I had been in Berlin to check it out myself. If you went, was there anything noteworthy that caught your eye? Thank you for taking the time to comment! -Fineas

​@@FineasJackson That was a misunderstanding, unfortunately I only found out about the pop-up shop later via Instagram and didn't see it myself. I was actually near the shop at the weekend and would of course have taken photos for you if I had known about it :-). You would love the area around the shop, it's very similar to Orchard Street with its art galleries, restaurants and alternative fashion stores. I'm curious to see what character trait you'll surprise us with in the next video Fabian

Back to making NYC videos! Hope you liked it :)

That's why I stay away lol. To be fair Vietnamese coffee is super strong. And yes, those boots are amazing! I will definitely talk more about them in a pickups video. Hope I made you laugh at some point in the video. Cheers!

Thank you brother! Tried a different style for this one, and I'm glad you liked it!

Quality has always been extremely important to me. In clothes it is everything. Definitely something I will put a heavy focus on when I create my own pieces. Thank you for watching and for the great comment!

Thank you! I'll try and highlight a full overview of what I got in a later video.

Yessir!

Le Labo goes crazy…!

Thank you brother. Appreciate the compliment😉

Just to see another day. And maybe be surprised. This comment made me tear up. Thank you

Brilliant, thank you for that brother! Glad you could make it through all the rambles.

@@FineasJackson You've got it!! Absolutely Top Class style content you're putting out. Be very very proud, your family will be. ❤️

@@thenazarite2444 Much love <3

Sony Zv-e1. It’s an absolute beauty. The image is unlike anything I’ve ever dealt with (because I only ever had my phone and cheaper cameras). Full frame, good built in mic, and works well with APS-C lenses. I got it $400 off on B and H. If you want a good mic, DJI Mic 2.

@@FineasJackson Thanks!

Jil Sander is one I've been meaning to look into. The Queen of Clean is such a fantastic catch phrase! The prices are insane, out of range-for now. The style reminds me a bit of Eileen Fisher, which I really like as well. I went to the shop the other day and tried on some of the clothes (I know they are women's). Some of the cuts were beautiful and I had to talk myself out of buying a t-shirt. Definitely an aesthetic I will be exploring! Thank you for the recommendation!

Thank you very much for your reply! I think it's great that you're crossing boundaries between menswear and womenswear in your search for your style, because it really opens you up to new experiences with different fabrics and cuts! I would like to apologise for suggesting Jil Sander! It has obviously been far too long since I have seen clothes from this company. Jil Sander has sold her company and hasn't worked for them for a long time and I have just realised that the design that is now on offer has very little to do with the original! Her minimalist style with clear lines and sharp cuts always reminded me of the Bauhaus motto: "form follows function". So I withdraw my suggestion! Have you ever considered consulting a professional Personal Colour Analysis? I am aware that such advice limits your freedom to wear whatever you like, but on the other hand it also helps you to choose colours consciously and thus to be able to control your spending on clothes more strategically.

Thank you for your reply! I love these long form conversations, and the fact that this video is becoming a style forum of sorts! A professional Personal Colour Analyst is a very interesting suggestion. I would definitely like to meet one and discuss colour and how it fits into my own style, but to be honest, I like spending everything I have on clothes. I know it sounds crazy, and in some ways it limits other aspects of my life, but it feels like it unlocks the ultimate freedom to explore. I'm at the age where I'd rather spend now when the money is less important and try to build something meaningful to me, in hopes that the spending and subsequent exploration can carry me through the rest of life. That being said, if you know of any, please let me know! Exploration is the key word for me, and I'm happy to try anything and everything that will help advance my style and taste. Thank you again for your comment and for the great conversation!

You're right, you shouldn't lose the fun in the process! After all, clothing is a form of communication and styles and colours can say a lot. The only suggestion I can give you is not to take clothing too seriously; it is one way of expressing yourself - and you should be aware of what you are "saying" - but it is also just one way among many others. At the end of the day, it's just fashion, nothing more, but also nothing less. I think the most important thing is to persue your dreams and enjoy doing it.

I feel exactly the same brother. Something so special about the feeling and vibe there.

@@FineasJackson Paris, great. London, fantastic! But Rome is emotional 🥲

Unfortunately no, but I have a brother named Ferb.

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel, and welcome to the journey!

Haha, I'm glad to hear you tried out Italian clothes and thank you for the wonderful compliment!!! Which shop did you purchase from, if I may ask? Definitely a style to get used to-a slimmer and shorter, almost more boyish cut. But it is such an elegant look. Let me know how everything works out, and if you need any recommendations for stores, I am more than happy to help!

@@FineasJackson I ordered from Gutteridge, a brand I got to know thanks to your Rome video. So you are now officially a fashion influencer ;-). The parcels will arrive next week. In the meantime, I've watched all the videos by and about Gutteridge that I could find and I've done a lot of research into the characteristics of Neapolitan tailoring. If you know of any other brands with classic Italian “sprezzatura style” that can be bought online in Europe and that are in a similar price and quality category to Gutteridge, I would be very grateful. Do you know Sciamat? Some of their pieces are perhaps more art than wearable fashion, but I find it so interesting how they take the Italian idea of deconstructing the stiff English suit to an extreme.

Yes, Gutteridge is a fantastic choice! I found a different brand in Rome called Strategic Business Unit. They are a bit more expensive, but of an incredibly high quality. Better than Gutteridge, in my opinion. Their website is weird though, and everything says sold out (at least for me in the US). I feel like they may just not ship to the US, because when you switch to other languages, the products are available to purchase. It may be worth looking into, if you are interested. Also, I stumbled on this brand Boglioli while shopping one day in NYC. They are also more expensive-out of my price range, but the stuff was definitely class. Velasca for shoes-the best for the price by a wide margin (at least from what I have seen). Sciamat is new to me; thank you for the recommendation!

@@FineasJackson Thanks for the tips! Little update on my Gutteridge delivery: I thought my German body was too fat for Gutteridge, but most of the pieces fit surprisingly well. I will definitely be ordering there more often! The only downside is that the order can be split into many different packages (6 in my case) that arrive on different days.

@@fabian_fabian_fabian Very glad to hear everything worked out!

Haha, yes! Obscene is the perfect word, but at least it's entertaining, right? I always follow my heart and hope the rest will work out. And so far it has...to an extent. Thank you for watching, and if you want more I'm going to do a total haul in my next video for the whole Europe trip. Welcome to the journey!

Thank you Michael. Yes, I am obsessed. The ultimate goal is to design my own pieces and make my own garments, but one step at a time. Super excited to have you along for the process, and to have such strong interest and support from someone who is also very creatively inclined. Maybe this is your sign to take a trip to Paris! Thank you again for commenting, it is very much appreciated.

@@FineasJackson Well, I finally broke my European travel hiatus with my tour of Northern Italy in June, so perhaps Paris is in the cards. I'm also am overdue for a London Theatre binge. I also just need to get back to New York and see all my old friends this coming year--maybe in April.

New York is very vibrant; it is where I am currently based. And all the hype about the crime and the safeness is a bit overdone. Haven't ran into any issues myself. Would definitely recommend coming back. I've never been to London, how is it there?

@@FineasJackson London is great and its own unique experience--full of history of course. I go for the theatre, but also do the sight seeing things during the day. Plenty of great shopping. The mens tailoring shops are old school quality.

Everyday is a dress up day. Temperature is just a concept

Maybe you have to see/smell/touch the jacket before a judgement is made. Definitely not the top of the line (Tom Ford), but when compared to something like a Schott, I think the quality is definitely there. Vegetable tanned leather, solid hardware, and a great lining for $400. Idk...

Thank you!

Also look into Cathcart London for great 1940s men's clothes.

Both of these are fantastic! The tie as a belt is brilliant, and I will definitely try to work that it. I also really enjoy the proper waist trousers. The back is very unique. I've been thinking about getting a pair of suspender pants, so these would be a perfect segue.

@@FineasJackson Also, there's a trend now of a more full leg in recent fashion--the 1940s era pants fit right in with that.

Michael, Thank you so much for your feedback, it is very much appreciated. I’m going to get to your comments one by one to give them the attention they deserve. I am indeed American, I am from New York (slightly outside of the city). I’ve always been fascinated and intrigued by dressing, and through my time in college I have had the chance to explore different looks and to find what works for me. Dressing more formally, as I do, is definitely unique at my school and for my age group, but I just love clothes and putting cohesive outfits together. Italy has been an inspiration for me; the men are incredibly polished here. More recently, I’ve been adding additional details to my outfits like handkerchiefs, as they add a lovely touch of color and visual interest. I will definitely do an about me style video at some point, and I will check out your video from Italy. -ciao

@@FineasJackson I was a New Yorker working in the Theatre industry between 2000 and 2014. The last 10 years I've been teaching Theatre at a private high school in California. I also noticed how well pulled together Italian men are. Being a high school teacher, I really noticed how the teenagers were dressing--even in casual summer clothes, they were much elevated from my California teenagers. The comparison was interesting. When I lived in New York I had reasons to be "dressed up" all the time. Now I have to create my own reasons for wearing my curated "New York" wardrobe.

Yes, that was me. I really should've been paying closer attention.

Thank you so much! I try not to stay locked into one niche. I love so many different looks, and I just like to explore.

Grazie Eduardo

Grazie!

Thank you very much! Sample sale pieces were pretty lame. But I’ve found much better items at other sample sales like A.P.C.

Thank you!

New vid coming soon...

Glad you liked it! Any feedback for future videos?