Do you wear manufacturer branded apparel?
Discussion
Despite being passionate about some of my vehicles, it struck me tonight that I don't have any vehicle branded clothes in my (admittedly meagre) wardrobe, or disorganised T-shirt drawer. No hats, no watches, badges, or even a snazzy umbrella.
Way back, I had a couple of bike t-shirts and a Land Rover one too, that I wore around the house and garden, but generally not when out or socialising.
My mate used to have a Mitsubishi/Ralliart branded jacket (to complement his Evo 8) which was pretty unsubtle, (and certainly didn't seem to net him any more girlfriends.
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Another mate once said that he refused to pay extra for an item of clothing that visibly advertised and promoted any corporation.
As a matter of fact, I can't remember the last time I saw anyone wearing a proud proclamation of their motoring passion; however, someone must be buying all these Ferrari shirts and paraphernalia.
What about you - do you have a favourite item of branded clothing and get the chance to wear it? Or, do you think it's all a bit crass and tasteless?
Way back, I had a couple of bike t-shirts and a Land Rover one too, that I wore around the house and garden, but generally not when out or socialising.
My mate used to have a Mitsubishi/Ralliart branded jacket (to complement his Evo 8) which was pretty unsubtle, (and certainly didn't seem to net him any more girlfriends.
)Another mate once said that he refused to pay extra for an item of clothing that visibly advertised and promoted any corporation.
As a matter of fact, I can't remember the last time I saw anyone wearing a proud proclamation of their motoring passion; however, someone must be buying all these Ferrari shirts and paraphernalia.
What about you - do you have a favourite item of branded clothing and get the chance to wear it? Or, do you think it's all a bit crass and tasteless?
Portofino said:
My BIL is a right plank. Recently bought an F Pace 2.0 D, stuck R badges on it & wears Jaguar jackets & caps. Jesus Christ it’s cringey.
I read this and think, yep - uncool. If I met your BIL I'd probably think he's trying too hard.HD Adam said:
Well I have this
But I only wear it when I drive this
Whereas, I read this and think,But I only wear it when I drive this
Wow, that's cool! If I met you socially without the car, I'd just think 'enthusiast', and probably pester you to death with questions.
jhonn said:
Portofino said:
My BIL is a right plank. Recently bought an F Pace 2.0 D, stuck R badges on it & wears Jaguar jackets & caps. Jesus Christ it’s cringey.
I read this and think, yep - uncool. If I met your BIL I'd probably think he's trying too hard.HD Adam said:
Well I have this
But I only wear it when I drive this
Whereas, I read this and think,But I only wear it when I drive this
Wow, that's cool! If I met you socially without the car, I'd just think 'enthusiast', and probably pester you to death with questions.
I have a Land Rover hat…like this one, not actual photo.
It comes out rarely on the odd rainy day country walk.
Makes you feel a bit Australian.
Related but not to the OP’s request
We have a full English bone china tea set in white with discrete Mercedes-Benz star branding
Mrs C found it in an antique shop. That gets regular use.
Have some Goodwood things too…T Shirts, Overalls etc
We also have a Maserati umbrella, it’s dark blue and the branding is very subtle, a matt varnish in the same colour.
I was at Brands Hatch once on a Friday and there were lots of middle aged guys all wearing jackets covered in motor sports branded sew on patches. It looked like they all bought them from some of the clothing shops and stalls.
It seemed to be the "motor sport" uniform and looked rather tragic.
It seemed to be the "motor sport" uniform and looked rather tragic.
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