Do you have problems wearing different brands of apparel at the same time?
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Slicerman
Professional
E.g, adidas shirt with nike shorts coupled with NB shoes. I would really love to mix and go (due to practical reasons) but the non uniformity kinda ticks me off.
I think I have a OCD issue here
Any ways to fix this?
Yes, it's a bit of OCD. I used to have a similar issue. Most of my apparel is Asics, which was due to basing it around my preferred tennis shoe (Asics Gel Res). Best way to overcome this is to mix in some non-branded apparel or apparel with small or non-visible logos. Also focus more on your game as opposed to your on-court style.
Good luck!
QuentinFederer
Professional
I wear full Nike. I couldn't mix brands unless my clothing brand didn't make shoes. For example, Le Coq Sportif shirt/shorts with Nike shoes would be ok.
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Rattler
Hall of Fame
The only time where brand uniformity was necessary, was when I was running late to a tournament and I walked on with a Nike shoe on my right foot and New Balance on my left.
Yeah, I've done that too
bigserving
Hall of Fame
I have no problem with the mix and match! Even if the colors don't match perfect, I claim that it was intentional!
And I can honestly say that I normally do not even notice what my opponent is wearing, and I am very proud of that.
And I can honestly say that I normally do not even notice what my opponent is wearing, and I am very proud of that.
BlueB
Legend
Is this thread serious?
What kind of Barbie dolls are you guys?
A bit earlier today, I played wearing Fila hat, Adidas shirt, Reebok shorts, Hilfiger socks, Loto shoes and Uniqlo wristband.
All I care is that the colors are not grossly mismatched. Sometimes not even that, if I'm out of enough clean stuff...
Oh, I almost forgot, I had Champion underwear and Maui Jim shades
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What kind of Barbie dolls are you guys?
A bit earlier today, I played wearing Fila hat, Adidas shirt, Reebok shorts, Hilfiger socks, Loto shoes and Uniqlo wristband.
All I care is that the colors are not grossly mismatched. Sometimes not even that, if I'm out of enough clean stuff...
Oh, I almost forgot, I had Champion underwear and Maui Jim shades
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esgee48
G.O.A.T.
Anything that would not be out of place on a tennis court or clubhouse whether they match or not. Champion, Nike, Asics, Reebok shorts with any clean Tee or polo from Ross or Marshalls. Shoes would be KSwiss, Wilson, NB, Prince, Reebok. But nothing matches, and of that fact, I am inordinately proud.
Is this thread serious?
What kind of Barbie dolls are you guys?
A bit earlier today, I played wearing Fila hat, Adidas shirt, Reebok shorts, Hilfiger socks, Loto shoes and Uniqlo wristband.
All I care is that the colors are not grossly mismatched. Sometimes not even that, if I'm out of enough clean stuff...
Oh, I almost forgot, I had Champion underwear and Maui Jim shades
Sounds like you will never get a date with Barbie dressed like that.
RafaBabolat
Rookie
Yea, all Nike. However, I hate it when the shoe brand and clothes brand don't match.
BlueB
Legend
Hmm, I married one, 20 years ago. It turned out she didn't have only the Barbie looks, but also the brain of a scientist. Maybe that's why she went for me, in despite of the clothing...
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J011yroger
Talk Tennis Guru
Yes, unless brand doesn't make good shoes.
Shoes and socks must match though even if you are wearing a different brand shirt and shorts.
J
Shoes and socks must match though even if you are wearing a different brand shirt and shorts.
J
Matthew Lee
Professional
No. I wear an adidas shirt and shorts with TW or adidas socks, and wear Asics shoes. Hat and wristband are Nike.
Sentinel
Bionic Poster
I always mix brands. Don't want to look tacky by wearing just one brand.
Right now am wearing a Rolland Garros black Adidas shirt, and a Nike cap, Nike shorts and Adidas shoes with black Nike socks.
Okay, I mix Nike and Adidas mostly because those are the shops I have here, and I don't really care about Puma or Reebok.
Right now am wearing a Rolland Garros black Adidas shirt, and a Nike cap, Nike shorts and Adidas shoes with black Nike socks.
Okay, I mix Nike and Adidas mostly because those are the shops I have here, and I don't really care about Puma or Reebok.
MarcusInKensington
Hall of Fame
I only wear items created by Adolf Dassler.
Tennis_Hands
Banned
One should excercise reasonably adequate taste in outfits.
Nonos for me:
Guys wearing kits that look like they have been picked up by a blind person.
Guys looking sloppy as though they are coming from the gym.
Exalted guys trying to match everything a pro would currently wear.
Yes to coordination between shirt and shorts (preferably one in neutral colour or complimenting but not exactly matching).
Yes to shoes different than the outfit.
Yes to accessories different than both outfit and shoes, but matching the shoes is nice.
And, for heaven's sake, get a matching bag for your racquets.
Nonos for me:
Guys wearing kits that look like they have been picked up by a blind person.
Guys looking sloppy as though they are coming from the gym.
Exalted guys trying to match everything a pro would currently wear.
Yes to coordination between shirt and shorts (preferably one in neutral colour or complimenting but not exactly matching).
Yes to shoes different than the outfit.
Yes to accessories different than both outfit and shoes, but matching the shoes is nice.
And, for heaven's sake, get a matching bag for your racquets.
J011yroger
Talk Tennis Guru
One should excercise reasonably adequate taste in outfits.
Nonos for me:
Guys wearing kits that look like they have been picked up by a blind person.
Guys looking sloppy as though they are coming from the gym.
Exalted guys trying to match everything a pro would currently wear.
Yes to coordination between shirt and shorts (preferably one in neutral colour or complimenting but not exactly matching).
Yes to shoes different than the outfit.
Yes to accessories different than both outfit and shoes, but matching the shoes is nice.
And, for heaven's sake, get a matching bag for your racquets.
I get so much crap for having a Babolat bag and Head racquets.
J
mmk
Hall of Fame
For any given match I'll be wearing Asics GRs; Wilson, Champion, Adidas or Fila shorts, whatever is under $20; Champion, Fila, cheap Adidas, Nike RF (a gift) or UA shirts, the latter I spent a bunch on but they have my school's logo (and still cost less than Nike RF); playing with Prince racquets that I pull out of a Pacific bag. Shoes matter, the rest of what I wear doesn't.
SteveI
Legend
E.g, adidas shirt with nike shorts coupled with NB shoes. I would really love to mix and go (due to practical reasons) but the non uniformity kinda ticks me off.
I think I have a OCD issue here
Any ways to fix this?
Yes.. it keeps me up at night...
NaGOAT
New User
Wearing one brand only makes you tacky now? Lol I'm so glad I didn't grow up in the 50s.
Sentinel
Bionic Poster
I don't want to look like a walking Nike advertisement
airchallenge2
Hall of Fame
I couldn't care less about matching the brands I wear. I do care about color matching and even that is not to perfection. However, I can't stand wearing any nike or adidas logo on my apparel. Nowadays it seems that everybody and their mothers wear nike!
Sentinel
Bionic Poster
Why not ? I mix A and N all the time.
About Adidas being garbage, actually in my city Adidas has very conservative, classic designs which I find easy to wear. Nike has freaked out designs with pinks and purples and oranges and what not. Although, different Nike outlets here have different offerings, but the closest to me was quite outlandish. I'm 50, and i really cant wear a rainbow of colours.
Sentinel
Bionic Poster
I don't mind subtle/small logos. But those t-shirts or bags that have large screaming logos are an eyesore.
That said, I really crave an RF t-shirt.
Shaolin
G.O.A.T.
To me they just don't go together …nike just looks wrong with the 3 stripes.
Adidas is garbage to me though because of their products…last 3-4 pairs of their shoes I purchased were awful, even got PF from a pair of barricades.
Nike & Asics have never given me a single problem.
Sentinel
Bionic Poster
Okay, I am talking more about their t-shirts.
FedLIKEnot
Professional
+1 for mixing matching.
Typically I wear Adidas or Asics shoes Nike 1/2 cushioned training socks and any combination of Nike and Adidas shorts. Shirts are exclusivly Uniqlo or Under Armour moisture wicking fabrics and hats when im inclined is Nike.
All that said colors usually match as most of my athletic clothes are black, grey, or navy with the shoes usually being loud. Haha.
Typically I wear Adidas or Asics shoes Nike 1/2 cushioned training socks and any combination of Nike and Adidas shorts. Shirts are exclusivly Uniqlo or Under Armour moisture wicking fabrics and hats when im inclined is Nike.
All that said colors usually match as most of my athletic clothes are black, grey, or navy with the shoes usually being loud. Haha.
BlueB
Legend
For me, Adidas shoes are good quality, they last, but I get Achilles problems from them, for some reason... maybe that pronounced sole overhang beyond the heel...
Nike shoes are garbage, uncomfortable and dont last. One Nike shirt I've got is great, though.
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NickJ
Professional
ThisI am a lot more worried about colors than brands
bigserving
Hall of Fame
What is the problem that people have with mixing brands and why the love for wearing all of the same brand?
D
Deleted member 733170
Guest
Interesting thread. It really highlights the ever encroaching consumerism and power of branding.
I bet you 15-20 years ago no man would have given a flying ****. Also all of the clothes would have been white 20 years ago.
Even sexy lady's show designers such as Louboutin have men's collections these days. It's a crazy old world!
I bet you 15-20 years ago no man would have given a flying ****. Also all of the clothes would have been white 20 years ago.
Even sexy lady's show designers such as Louboutin have men's collections these days. It's a crazy old world!
swizzy
Hall of Fame
i never used to care.. but i have become a nike only guy due to two factors.. the nike warranty on shoes, and the $10 gift cards for filling out online surveys.. i have been claiming the 6 month warranty on the outsole on nikes for 5-6 years and stockpiled 15 pairs of unworn shoes in that time.. in fact i stopped using the voucher for shoes and have been getting tons of other items for the court. the $10 gift card deal has been the last 6-8 months... and that has been really great. elite socks, shorts, shirts, sweat bands, hats, and the occasional cage or lunar ballistic.. and with every purchase or return for that matter comes a new survey and it just keeps repeating. i go twice a week and try to spend as little as possible.. buying clearance items and shaving $10 off that price has filled my closet and tennis bag to the exclusion of any other competitor. i don't even shop anywhere else anymore.
gusgrand
Rookie
Yeah.... remove all the logos or cover over them with your own using heat press transfer paper with your own design on it.E.g, adidas shirt with nike shorts coupled with NB shoes. I would really love to mix and go (due to practical reasons) but the non uniformity kinda ticks me off.
I think I have a OCD issue here
Any ways to fix this?
djNEiGht
Legend
Today...
Wilson Glide shoes (spiderman colorway)
Adidas socks (pink)
C9/Champion/Target brand shorts (black)
Reebok shirt (white w black shoulders)
Genesis hat (grey) / Columbia bucket hat (beige)
Adidas undies (blue)
In my profile pic
Nike Vapors (white w blue accents)
Thorlo socks (white)
K-Swiss matching top (white)/bottom (blue)
Voler arm skins (not sure what color)
Nike hat (blue)
Commando
Wilson Glide shoes (spiderman colorway)
Adidas socks (pink)
C9/Champion/Target brand shorts (black)
Reebok shirt (white w black shoulders)
Genesis hat (grey) / Columbia bucket hat (beige)
Adidas undies (blue)
In my profile pic
Nike Vapors (white w blue accents)
Thorlo socks (white)
K-Swiss matching top (white)/bottom (blue)
Voler arm skins (not sure what color)
Nike hat (blue)
Commando
All adidas clothes head to toe...
Adidas shoes however were too uncomfortable, so Asics it was.
Matching clothes always including sweatbands.....
Also used to match overgrips but now just stick to black overgrips. Only bc they don't make my colors anymore.
Match outfit consists of yellow top, red shorts, yellow & red Asics SS2, red/yellow Aero Pro Drive. All other tennis outings are whatever I have in the drawer....
And yes I'm OCD.
Adidas shoes however were too uncomfortable, so Asics it was.
Matching clothes always including sweatbands.....
Also used to match overgrips but now just stick to black overgrips. Only bc they don't make my colors anymore.
Match outfit consists of yellow top, red shorts, yellow & red Asics SS2, red/yellow Aero Pro Drive. All other tennis outings are whatever I have in the drawer....
And yes I'm OCD.
TahoeTennis
Legend
as mentioned above I don't give a flying F. The one thing that matters is comfort and wicking capability.
Tennis_Hands
Banned
It is interesting.
Some people claim that they wouldn't wear matching clothes, because they are not paid to look like walking billboards.
How the hell do they think they look when walking in even more logos?
Some people claim that they wouldn't wear matching clothes, because they are not paid to look like walking billboards.
How the hell do they think they look when walking in even more logos?