Random Rants
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@Mizmazzle the second he started talking about "heat treating" the strap is the beginning of when i seriously started to doubt this guy and his product.
Let the record show "heat treating" in this case means taking a lighter to the cut end of the elasticized fabric to melt it and prevent fraying.
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I know this forum is generally a place where people don’t get too bent out of shape or talk smack about others, but Jake’s (Almost Vintage Style) recent Iron Heart rant on YouTube really irked me. I’m all for people wearing whatever they want and whatever makes them feel comfortable—though some of the “cosplay” stuff is a borderline/bit much for my personal taste. That’s all…
Also, no hard feelings if this needs to be removed. I get a little defensive of IH.
@selveldgesteps
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@northsouthdenimguy I had to look that dude up... why do you watch videos like these in the first place?
I'm always reminded of this classic Banksy:
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@northsouthdenimguy i did find his videos informative when I watched from around 5 years ago, specifically when I was researching engineer boots. It quickly became clear that he was one of the lucky few whose shit did not stink and did not find myself worthy of his company over time. Looking forward to queing this watch up when I have the time.
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@tody said in Random Rants:
@northsouthdenimguy I had to look that dude up... why do you watch videos like these in the first place?
I'm always reminded of this classic Banksy:
I like some of his boot content as for clothing not so much, although denim is pretty decent
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I think he’s gotten a lot of flak from people here recently about his take on things, so it feels like he’s turned up this whole “I know best, and I’m the most stylish one” attitude.
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@northsouthdenimguy "I could be this over confident. It's not even over confident, it's just true. I could put together a better fit going to a T J Maxx (discount stores in America) then if somebody just wore all Iron Heart".
I can't take a statement like that seriously. Who makes a video and posts it online just to say something so petty, directly point a finger at folks like me (us). The über pretentiousness is tasteless.
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I’ll be honest with you. I didn’t listen all the way through… but what I got from his take is that Iron Heart is not classic. You would never have 21 oz denim or ultra heavy flannels in the past. Style is not possible when you’re wearing ALL IH(or other brands)you have to mix your brands. yada yada yada.
@selveldgesteps
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@Alex like a snow flake finding its way to a warm summer day.
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Definitely seems like there’s more to it. I was looking at the transcript a minute ago it looks like he gets away from the IH stuff as the video goes on. I just can’t stomach listening to him that long.
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I did give him the click just so I could hear it for myself and give him a thumbs down. I get that he is entitled to his opinion, as am I. My opinion is that I'm listening to a guy talk "bad" about Iron Heart while wearing a crop top blouse and "look at me" belt. You see? I sound like a fucking asshole.
The truth is, I don't love everything IH releases. my wallet and brain are happier for that.
But regarding his comments on not wearing the same brand for a full outfit, its complete bullshit. I have to come on a forum to talk about my clothes because no one in my life I interact with has anything to say positive or negative about my style choices, and they definitely aren't asking what brand anything is. We all love wearing high end fashion here, but I highly doubt many of us discuss it in casual conversation when we are out with family and friends. So what circle does this guy run in where he thinks judging expensive outfits by their brand diversity is a worthwhile discussion topic?
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The truth is, I don't love everything IH releases. my wallet and brain are happier for that.
There is nothing wrong with that! Even I don’t love everything, but know there are others who might.
I think there really isn’t a good reason to voice your displeasure when you don’t like something. Just take a look and move on if you don’t like it.
