Alright, as someone who has been following this sartorial stuff for less than a year I gotta say this. Before I was just a t-shirt and jeans guy with essentially a buzz cut (which looking back was pretty ugly lol). Now everything I wear is DC inspired somehow, mostly from his Bond portrayal. Even the daily military uniforms that I wear are more fitted, being that I wear a size down and work out more. I also grew my hair out and style it now, though it's side parted more like Connery just with a fade. It has been a real culture shock for me because now I get complimented nearly everyday for how good I look or what I'm wearing. Even more so cause I'm a low-key guy who prefers to avoid extra attention. Someone literally yelled from across a parking lot the other day "dude, I love your jacket!" And I don't think I need the share the reactions when I wear my Billy Reid peacoat (yes I splurged a lot this past year). I can't deny that I have a lot more confidence now. I wish I had picked up a lot sooner the importance of how one presents themselves to the world and trying to be the best version of yourself.

@vittoriacolona

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you! No questioned about it. A well groomed person = self -respect, confidence and dignity. You don't even have to wear expensive clothes. You just have to make sure that they are pressed, tailored so that they fit (most dry cleaners offer this service) and are clean.

I really like Daniel Craig's interpretation of James Bond, like the literary character. But I think some of Craig's suits look like a tight fit to my eyes. Connery's dress sense was usually great.

@brendanhaley3668

3 жыл бұрын

I remember an article sometime that argued that Craigs Bond suits were deliberately ill-fitting as a statement/strike by Bond against conformism, a surly statement against the upper echalon whilst trying to find solace in fine brands. Perhaps being a person who dresses as a civilised canine, whilst is infact a wolf hiding within civilised society.

@thestarkknightreturns

Жыл бұрын

Also Craig's version of James Bond is meant to reflect the sense that he's a superhero, and a skin-tight suit enhancing the V shape of Craig's body surely gives-off that vibe. His appearance is meant to highlight him as a sharp, agile, dangerous killing machine instead of a fit guy in a suit. Craig's Bond rather looks like a jacked-up but lean bodyguard who does cage-fighting in his spare time, rather than a corporate spy. Personally I prefer Brosnan' s style, as his Brioni suits fit much better, while looking comfortable enough to be in, but he fits in a crowd much better than Craig.

I've never realized how much Kyle looks like George Lazenby until this video

@holup180

3 жыл бұрын

and David looks like Craig but with a more friendly face 😂

@markodell2379

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking early Bond Connery but I see Lazenby too!

Im sure that I'm not the only person who feels this way but I really think that when a panelist references a garment, David or his "editor" should flash an image on screen for the audience. Im sure this will take a little more time in the "editing room" but I know that it will result in a more enjoyable watching experience for the audience.

As someone whose life experiences tends to lean more to the tactical mindset and lifestyle then the fashion aspect (Military and Law Enforcement), being a Bond fan has helped me learn to appreciate taking pride in your personal appearance. The biggest appeal for me, always, has been the fact that at the end of the day Bond is a guy that carries a gun for a living but doesn't scream tactical in his personal appearance. I like to dress around the gun I carry and put on the appearance of someone who probably doesn't. There are a multitude of advantages to this way of thinking as well.

Absolutely loved this conversation. Very entertaining, genuine, interesting, and somehow motivational. Can’t wait to see the next one

What a great discussion. I agree 100%. We all need clothes that vary at different stages of our lives. Why not take inspiration from the films and that work for us regardless of the label. It’s those invisible moments that speak to us fans.

I think it was a very good comment about how Daniel Craig has set new standards with his look, more casual. I think he sets a standard that you can use for your own, without going cosplay. We all need a style icon to emulate. If left to our own creativity I believe some of us might end up wearing robin egg blue tutus and would not set a new trend, just bad choices. I have kept Cary Grant, Sean Connery, Steve McQueen...even James Coburn as my lense for my look. Daniel, however, has made our choices more real. We can't sashay through every day in our dinner jackets and suits. Great interaction today.

I love these fashion discussion videos! :)

On my Bond Journey I find that I started with Moore as "My" Bond in the Movie theatres...but through VHS Connery/Lazenby really got me hooked because of the cold war 60's coolness...however Casino Royale was a game changer. My Bond obsession began with Daniel Craig...I always owned the various VHS and DVD and Bluray and iTunes collections...but my desire to buy the clothes and watches were because of Craig...also Craig sort of nicks Steve McQueens style so I wear those sweaters and shirts and casual wear.

13:46 Love the reference

Great video and good to see John Williams back on. Looking forward to the next discussion as I feel QoS was the sartorial peak of the entire series.

Nice Airplane reference there :)

34:10 slayed me.

Great discussion guys. For me, DC's influence comes from 2 things - 1 he instantly modernised Bond by avoiding the well trodden path of a classic, suave, urbane all knowing figure and amping up emotions combined with steely coolness. His natural edgy and intense style fit so well into this that Bond became instantly real again, right for the times, sexy and cool again. That may have alienated some who like a smoother Bond but it made him very relatable or interesting to others. 2 His vintage cool sensibilities coupled with a love of clothes. Unlike TD who asserted that Bond would have little interest in being a clothes horse, DC is keenly aware of the importance of Bond as a stylish hero who takes pleasure in well made and fine clothes.

This channel highlights new brands to discover beyond the suit

Fantastic discussion and I totally understand it. I saved money towards and was given an amount for the Crockett and Jones Islay Skyfall boots just before Christmas. Each time I put them on, I have a massive smile. Totally agree as well about Daniel Love. I own two pieces and they are fantastic

30:30 - the brand is either Old Navy or Zara? It'd be fascinating to find out which brand it was...

@hiddenbl4de602

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think so....Zara is already a fashion brand they are not trying to be and old naby has a bond item?

@theplasticdesert2408

3 жыл бұрын

Tommy Bahamas imho

Mostly recency bias if you ask me, although the casual clothes are a new take. I much prefer the more classic and consistent look of Connery or Brosnan.

John Williams is so funny and charismatic. Thanks for the content David.

I finnally bought the Solden jacket from Daniel Love. Finally! It should arrive in a few days. I'm very impatient. So I also have his Harrington jacket and the Solden pants, all from Royal Filmwear. Thank you Daniel Love!

Is john Williams on instagram??

@bobbymorelli

3 жыл бұрын

He is! @thebondcloset is John on Instagram 👍🏼

NATO straps were "IN" way before Craig as Bond. Especially in the watch community.

Love this. But this is bond. He’d call It a crisp and not a chip hahaha!

Craig - Omega has Brought Mesh Milanese Bracelets Back in the watch Fashion

What about Daniel Craig's style in some of his other movies like Cowboys and Aliens

A good costume designer always services the story first, the character second. The costume designer is a storyteller as much as the director, the scene writer and the actor. The clothing has to tell the story as well.

30:32 tommy Bahamas I bet you 😉

For me Craig's style is accessible. I do not look like Daniel Craig in the least bit. You are a lot closer than I am David. If I had to say who's physical type I fall into t would be Pierce Brosnan (not that I look like him either, I wish) but I am genetically closer to Pierce than Daniel. Even at my best I can't see myself in a Brioni suit, nor will I find myself anytime soon in Anthony Sinclair or Douglas Hayward, I just don't have that kind of life. Craig's clothes are accessible for someone with my lifestyle. I don't have to change the way I live to wear Craig's style but I would for Brosnan. And make a lot more money!

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Craig is hands down my favorite bond ever

When does Bond find the time to shop,? Surely he has 'No Time To Shop' Duty free at all the airports he frequents? Harrods? Online? Discuss.

@jamesrichards7626

3 жыл бұрын

Who is Daniel Creg?! fellas it’s pronounced Craig (cray-g) 😂

Match perfect has one smoking wife

@bobbymorelli

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a lucky man for sure! 😊

He was easily the best Bond

Craig´s features sucks, sorry guys. He looks like a well dressed butcher. He looks like Shrek.

@celebalert5616

3 жыл бұрын

Lol thats part of the appeal

@diogocatalano9557

3 жыл бұрын

@@celebalert5616 Maybe. but he is not Bond for my standarts.

@mikecassidy1623

3 жыл бұрын

@@diogocatalano9557 Thanks for letting us know 👌🏻

@diogocatalano9557

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikecassidy1623 You´re welcome, Mr. Cassidy. Mike Cassidy.