Most people don't understand the grey man concept. You take a base line of your environment and blend into that. If you are at Wall Street, then the grey man is wearing a suit and not sticking out. If you are in the country, then blue jeans and flannel and baseball cap. You eliminate any identifying markers while dressing like the people around you.
This useage is valid, and its certainly how the term has come to be used, and illustrates a useful concept. The *phrase* "Grey Man" came from people doing SF selection or other "hard" courses where the Directing Staff could punish you or your training cadre by giving you extra tasks or training evolutions to do. The idea is to not stick out among the other trainees by asking lots of stupid questions or screwing up in some visible way, nor by busting gut trying to be first the whole time (as this inclined the directing staff to give you some problems so they saw how you and your crew handled things when they were going badly - overall making your day harder). The idea that its about blending in to crowds... it's not something military even really do (cool tho it is in movies), Geneva convention and all that means military have to be in uniform.
Honestly surprised you aren't bringing up Uniqlo and their block tech stuff. It all looks inconspicuous and has some very good tech in them. Edit: wasn't reading the text, usually just listen to these videos.
This is literally my style hahah I love the function of techwear however I work in an office & excessive straps etc. aren’t appropriate. Greyman fuses functionality with the ability to wear it in the city as well as in the office
been helping out my lil bro recently to upgrade his wardrobe. after letting him describe what kind of style hes into, i found out after several searches for outfit styles, this is defo something hes describing we both didnt know that exist. subbed!
I get that gray man Techwear is like an aesthetic. However hilariously in some places like the Pacific Northwest actual tech wear more on the Arc'teryx and North Face side of things are more gray man than the gray man aesthetic.
@@bodyno3158 I am aware of the philosophy. I was noting an interesting situational correlation between the fashion aesthetic and practical application.
Also consider reversable hats and jackets so you can change your look on the go (same for face masks that inhibit facial recognition programs as well as covid)
Veilance is pretty much the coolest shit available. There's also quite a bit of the 'lifestyle/24' Arcteryx kit that overlaps with it. Stuff like the Skyline shirt (LS and SS). Nice one on the alternatives too.
You hit some good points. I'd also add- the best greyman gear probably comes from Goodwill/thrift store, Target (esp the C9 brand) and Walmart. You want to be generic and low key as possible- don't look too sharp, and don't look like a bum. People shouldn't be able to tell if you're an executive/cubicle dweller or a janitor...because you could be either one. So wear grey Dickies or 'Dockers" pants with a dark or grey, collared button front 'sport shirt' type shirt. Wear some generic walmart tennis shoes in a dark color and you can blend in just about anywhere. The Wrangler brand is a good choice. And they also have a line of techish outdoor clothes. I have to say- that Arc-teryx jacket was 1) UGLY AF and 2) Way too 'greyman" and generic. That alone made it stand out. For a backpack, Jansport in a non tactical color is probably about the safest bet. With backpacks, it the size, the color and the high quality construction. When you know what to look for, they really start to stand out. I've noticed a Maxpedition pack 200 yards away in a grocery store. Think about what you will carry n the pack before you buy one. Do you have a lot of electronics and chargers and cables etc?? or do you have a ton of small EDC stuff you need quik acess to?? Don't forget too check with some of the camping/outdoor online retailers like Sierra trading or Campmor. You probably want something 25L or under to stay low key. You an also add sheets of plastic- like cheap cutting boards or real estate/campaign signs inside the pack to act as an heap, effective DIY stiffener-almost like an internal frame. heley hanson has well made rain gear and some of their lines are pretty affordable. One last thought- when buy your greyman gear from a used clothing store like Goodwill, there's an added bonus of you're picking only from things that other people have preselected- so it's less likely to reflect YOUR tastes and style.
Thanks for that, good brand suggestions! The idea of not reflecting your own taste is interesting too; that's really taking the greyman concept a stage past the aesthetic and into the lifestyle
@@ThisIsAntwon Thanks, I was trying to think of a modern equivalent for Ritchie Cunningham. (apologies if none of these terms are familiar to our Euro buddies). I look for tasteful plaid or large squares in the design, because it both begin and it's works well for concealed carry.
clothes with logos but high quality can be improved with dye markers to reduce the logo impact and if it is very common and small it will not draw attention from others. and trimming straps and useing velcro tapes as keepers will help as well.
Search for "travel" jackets and pants. They often have features like DWR, 4-way stretch, hidden pockets, quick drying times, and anti-microbial features, but look like "normal" clothes. No cargo pockets, dangly bits, ostentatious branding, etc. Or athleisure and outdoor brands. (Western Rise, Bluffworks, Futureworks, Kuhl, Lululemon)
I feel like more than "dressing like a banker", greyman techwear is about having all the techwear functionality while fitting into the environment. So, even other street wear essentials like jeans and hoodies can be greyman techwear if they hide some cool features. It's really about dressing for your own enjoyment and appreciation. "They don't know my hoodie is goretex", etc...
brands like Swrve and Western Rise (and possibly Howies), are doing this kind of subtle technical performance with their materials but very unassuming styles. I'd recommend Evergoods (particularly the CPL24) as a backpack that hits this mark. Goruck are worth a look but imo are still too tactical looking.
Well being a grey man is more about adapting to where you are; is about being discrete like if you are on the beach you wear surf shorts and flip flops
I've been watching your videos for a while now, have you done a complete breakdown of all the different aesthetics? Like a quick overview before going into further detail?
I discovered your YT channel yesterday, great work indeed. I think I tend to become a grey man without noticing it... However, would you mind someday making a video on greyman style on a budget (with pieces about £50 max), mass produced and that can be found easily in the UK? Uniqlo, Ikea, Muji are more or less on this market segment. That would be much appreciated. Thanks again for your work!
I got a nice Nike aeroloft tech jacket picked it up yesterday it’s nice and look great only problem is it’s light grey and I see it getting dirty. Do you think it’s possible to dye it black
So, i need a techwear that looks like office suit, but i need to be able to do high-kicks in it and run 10 miles in a shoes that should look like oxfords. Is there a name for that or maybe some brands?
Such an outrageous idea. Fading into the background is best achieved by fast fashion not dressing like a wannabe CIA operator. Like why do people need some type of lore or head cannon for the clothes they wear lol?
Just get outdoor things - they don't stick out almost at all - not the green camo but the dark gray / blue / dark green slim jacket with 2 or 4 pockets and 2 on the inside, thick jeans or trousers with zipper pockets and a non assuming back - preferably very cheap and blue or black with a reflective strip - those are considered really low key as every standard bag has them - if it does not, it means that it is special nad has been made to be invisible in the night, make sure that it is not too polished and do serious compartmentalization of the insides - it should look like you have a stack of books in it and not a laptop cuz laptops mean trouble.
I think there's less pressure to wear individual pieces in a full techwear outfit. Particularly with jackets I think they'd look fine over a more casual outfit, not just alongside other tech gear
And for suburban, residential, or country areas, a plain shirt, navy jeans, boots, and a generic hat (bonus points grow a short beard if you can and keep it well groomed without styling it)
A video after my refined taste and by refined I mean grey. Having said that, I've been driving myself mad, trying to stretch the very fabric of space and time in order to justify buying a pair of Acronym sultan pants. Obviously I can't do it, but... they still have my size.
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Dressing lie a blacked-out tech ninja isn't very "functional". Always thought the aesthetic of techwear was mostly cosplay nonsense but I am fascinated with the idea of ready-for-anything clothes. "Greyman" is the aesthetic I go for.
Lame. First and foremost - greyman was built to allow operator blend in the crowd (think undercover agent protecting flights or trains from terrorist attack). And they rarely look like young, wimpy boys who tip the scales at 60kg or so. So greymen wear the same clothes as normies in given area - t-shirts (bit baggy to hide their musculature and CCW), jeans and plain sneakers. So the only good advice in the video were those adidas sneakers with gore-tex. BTW: Why not buy REAL greyman clothing? Like instead of shitty sneakers go for Palladium, Haix Black Eagle, or Garmont Tactical? You want cheap, stealthy pants and jacket? Helikon-tex Woodsman, or Greyman models. Backpack or bag? Timbuk2, Osprey, Gregory, Thule.
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So my fashion lacking introverted childhood is now a look?
In short: Normcore fused with Techwear to not stand out in the crowd.
lmhllr Nailed it
Most people don't understand the grey man concept. You take a base line of your environment and blend into that. If you are at Wall Street, then the grey man is wearing a suit and not sticking out. If you are in the country, then blue jeans and flannel and baseball cap.
You eliminate any identifying markers while dressing like the people around you.
so a serial killer then
This useage is valid, and its certainly how the term has come to be used, and illustrates a useful concept. The *phrase* "Grey Man" came from people doing SF selection or other "hard" courses where the Directing Staff could punish you or your training cadre by giving you extra tasks or training evolutions to do.
The idea is to not stick out among the other trainees by asking lots of stupid questions or screwing up in some visible way, nor by busting gut trying to be first the whole time (as this inclined the directing staff to give you some problems so they saw how you and your crew handled things when they were going badly - overall making your day harder).
The idea that its about blending in to crowds... it's not something military even really do (cool tho it is in movies), Geneva convention and all that means military have to be in uniform.
Honestly surprised you aren't bringing up Uniqlo and their block tech stuff. It all looks inconspicuous and has some very good tech in them.
Edit: wasn't reading the text, usually just listen to these videos.
This is literally my style hahah I love the function of techwear however I work in an office & excessive straps etc. aren’t appropriate. Greyman fuses functionality with the ability to wear it in the city as well as in the office
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been helping out my lil bro recently to upgrade his wardrobe. after letting him describe what kind of style hes into, i found out after several searches for outfit styles, this is defo something hes describing we both didnt know that exist. subbed!
Just wear all camo because no one can see you
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awesome vid as always. would love to see you talking about luna core techwear
Patrulheão That'll be a future video for sure! 🎑
Greyman techwear:
You are in your 30s, you like techwear, you have a disposable income but you are too old to go around looking like a ninja.
I get that gray man Techwear is like an aesthetic. However hilariously in some places like the Pacific Northwest actual tech wear more on the Arc'teryx and North Face side of things are more gray man than the gray man aesthetic.
Grey man is more about "wear what other people wear", blend in with the environment, then walk gently and carry a big stick.
@@bodyno3158 I am aware of the philosophy. I was noting an interesting situational correlation between the fashion aesthetic and practical application.
Have you ever liked the video before watching it?
this is antwons video everytime :D
I see greyman I click like.
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Everytime
Also consider reversable hats and jackets so you can change your look on the go (same for face masks that inhibit facial recognition programs as well as covid)
Absolutely great vid ive just recently made plunge into greyman i just bought veilance node jacket and field pants
Veilance is pretty much the coolest shit available. There's also quite a bit of the 'lifestyle/24' Arcteryx kit that overlaps with it. Stuff like the Skyline shirt (LS and SS).
Nice one on the alternatives too.
For sure - Arc'teryx like to sneak in the odd minimal/smart-looking thing into their mainline collections
You hit some good points. I'd also add- the best greyman gear probably comes from Goodwill/thrift store, Target (esp the C9 brand) and Walmart. You want to be generic and low key as possible- don't look too sharp, and don't look like a bum. People shouldn't be able to tell if you're an executive/cubicle dweller or a janitor...because you could be either one. So wear grey Dickies or 'Dockers" pants with a dark or grey, collared button front 'sport shirt' type shirt. Wear some generic walmart tennis shoes in a dark color and you can blend in just about anywhere. The Wrangler brand is a good choice. And they also have a line of techish outdoor clothes.
I have to say- that Arc-teryx jacket was 1) UGLY AF and 2) Way too 'greyman" and generic. That alone made it stand out.
For a backpack, Jansport in a non tactical color is probably about the safest bet.
With backpacks, it the size, the color and the high quality construction. When you know what to look for, they really start to stand out. I've noticed a Maxpedition pack 200 yards away in a grocery store. Think about what you will carry n the pack before you buy one. Do you have a lot of electronics and chargers and cables etc?? or do you have a ton of small EDC stuff you need quik acess to??
Don't forget too check with some of the camping/outdoor online retailers like Sierra trading or Campmor. You probably want something 25L or under to stay low key. You an also add sheets of plastic- like cheap cutting boards or real estate/campaign signs inside the pack to act as an heap, effective DIY stiffener-almost like an internal frame.
heley hanson has well made rain gear and some of their lines are pretty affordable.
One last thought- when buy your greyman gear from a used clothing store like Goodwill, there's an added bonus of you're picking only from things that other people have preselected- so it's less likely to reflect YOUR tastes and style.
Thanks for that, good brand suggestions! The idea of not reflecting your own taste is interesting too; that's really taking the greyman concept a stage past the aesthetic and into the lifestyle
@@ThisIsAntwon Thanks, I was trying to think of a modern equivalent for Ritchie Cunningham. (apologies if none of these terms are familiar to our Euro buddies).
I look for tasteful plaid or large squares in the design, because it both begin and it's works well for concealed carry.
I second the Wrangler recommendation. Their Flex Waist Outdoor Cargo pants are great. Enough pockets, sleek enough for casual office.
What’s that navy blue jacket at 8:33 ?
clothes with logos but high quality can be improved with dye markers to reduce the logo impact and if it is very common and small it will not draw attention from others. and trimming straps and useing velcro tapes as keepers will help as well.
Search for "travel" jackets and pants. They often have features like DWR, 4-way stretch, hidden pockets, quick drying times, and anti-microbial features, but look like "normal" clothes. No cargo pockets, dangly bits, ostentatious branding, etc. Or athleisure and outdoor brands. (Western Rise, Bluffworks, Futureworks, Kuhl, Lululemon)
I feel like more than "dressing like a banker", greyman techwear is about having all the techwear functionality while fitting into the environment. So, even other street wear essentials like jeans and hoodies can be greyman techwear if they hide some cool features.
It's really about dressing for your own enjoyment and appreciation. "They don't know my hoodie is goretex", etc...
No half life G-man reference? You let me down, Antwon! :(
Aw SHI
brands like Swrve and Western Rise (and possibly Howies), are doing this kind of subtle technical performance with their materials but very unassuming styles. I'd recommend Evergoods (particularly the CPL24) as a backpack that hits this mark. Goruck are worth a look but imo are still too tactical looking.
Well being a grey man is more about adapting to where you are; is about being discrete like if you are on the beach you wear surf shorts and flip flops
What's the cobalt colored hoodie/shell in this video's thumbnail?
I've been watching your videos for a while now, have you done a complete breakdown of all the different aesthetics? Like a quick overview before going into further detail?
I'd enjoy this
That style is the “minimalist boy” of tech wear
uniclo might be pretty good for this look
At 4:17 you forgot to add the text "AND THAT MEANS ALL CONDITIONS" ;)
Brb selling all my ACG in shame
Do a closet tour
I discovered your YT channel yesterday, great work indeed. I think I tend to become a grey man without noticing it... However, would you mind someday making a video on greyman style on a budget (with pieces about £50 max), mass produced and that can be found easily in the UK? Uniqlo, Ikea, Muji are more or less on this market segment. That would be much appreciated. Thanks again for your work!
8:25 'Under the radar' he says. 😒 I would notice that in a heart beat.
Look at Alchemy Equipment, one if best expressions of “Greyman” wear but with more style..
Thanks - good suggestion!
No Mission Workshop?
Alternative title : How to water proof Uniqlo
One of the best examples is aiden pearce i guess and you even can buy his coat on amazon it was aviable there
have it tommgive it to you that bkack windbreaker and black sweater is pretty much a everyday northern american outfit and it fits in
I got a nice Nike aeroloft tech jacket picked it up yesterday it’s nice and look great only problem is it’s light grey and I see it getting dirty. Do you think it’s possible to dye it black
Surprise Uniqlo wasn’t mentioned
So, i need a techwear that looks like office suit, but i need to be able to do high-kicks in it and run 10 miles in a shoes that should look like oxfords. Is there a name for that or maybe some brands?
Nike acg system blazer 3-1 fw17 is greyman techwear. Nice videos btw, thank you sir. :)
ty for this video
make fall/winter jacket vid
Such an outrageous idea. Fading into the background is best achieved by fast fashion not dressing like a wannabe CIA operator. Like why do people need some type of lore or head cannon for the clothes they wear lol?
Greyman concept:
Blend in with other people and then vanish.
thank you
Mission Workshop has a bunch of really cool jackets too
Forgot they did jackets! Good shout
Just get outdoor things - they don't stick out almost at all - not the green camo but the dark gray / blue / dark green slim jacket with 2 or 4 pockets and 2 on the inside, thick jeans or trousers with zipper pockets and a non assuming back - preferably very cheap and blue or black with a reflective strip - those are considered really low key as every standard bag has them - if it does not, it means that it is special nad has been made to be invisible in the night, make sure that it is not too polished and do serious compartmentalization of the insides - it should look like you have a stack of books in it and not a laptop cuz laptops mean trouble.
Not my thing personally, but I respect when it's done right.
Good. This is more my kind of techwear.
Your wardrobe should give you the ability to chill or flex when the occasion suits.
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Hiking gear would be perfect, not out of place and performs perfectly.
This seems much easier to wear than acronym
I think there's less pressure to wear individual pieces in a full techwear outfit. Particularly with jackets I think they'd look fine over a more casual outfit, not just alongside other tech gear
Uniqlp is a good place for stuff like this
Yeah they are good. columbia sportswear is also great at those kind of clothings 😂
And for suburban, residential, or country areas, a plain shirt, navy jeans, boots, and a generic hat (bonus points grow a short beard if you can and keep it well groomed without styling it)
I was expecting a pic with a pair of Adidas seeulater when you said "until then i'll see you later " lol
I started a precedent with the Loki pic D:
I saw that \m/ great video my dude
so basically Elliot Alderson?
The guy in the picture on 4:05 looks exactly like Daniel the problematic youtuber (Hinding in my room)
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A video after my refined taste and by refined I mean grey. Having said that, I've been driving myself mad, trying to stretch the very fabric of space and time in order to justify buying a pair of Acronym sultan pants. Obviously I can't do it, but... they still have my size.
Do it and become the potion seller you've always dreamed of
Can you find them second hand anywhere?
ARCTERYX veilance is the greyest!
Mission Workshop is perfect
Reminds me of watch dogs 1
I really thought that said greymon.
Rapha and mission workshop
Wrangler Flex Waist Outdoor Cargo pants
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Im 6'6 can i still be a greyman lol
It appears to be the uniform of the underachiever.
If being able to afford Veilance is underachieving then I must be a straight-up failure
This Is Antwon nah, you misunderstood my point as it wasn’t a cost related. Grey men in the corporate world are considered underachievers that’s all.
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So it's boring techwear 😂
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Unnecessary straps and zippers are tacky but you do you Aiden..
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Sneaky man
Low key 😂😂😂
In the end you'll just have to choose whether you wanna look like a ninja or an npc...
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Not having logos makes you stick out
Dressing lie a blacked-out tech ninja isn't very "functional". Always thought the aesthetic of techwear was mostly cosplay nonsense but I am fascinated with the idea of ready-for-anything clothes. "Greyman" is the aesthetic I go for.
Legit this look like the NPC
Lame.
First and foremost - greyman was built to allow operator blend in the crowd (think undercover agent protecting flights or trains from terrorist attack).
And they rarely look like young, wimpy boys who tip the scales at 60kg or so.
So greymen wear the same clothes as normies in given area - t-shirts (bit baggy to hide their musculature and CCW), jeans and plain sneakers.
So the only good advice in the video were those adidas sneakers with gore-tex.
BTW:
Why not buy REAL greyman clothing?
Like instead of shitty sneakers go for Palladium, Haix Black Eagle, or Garmont Tactical?
You want cheap, stealthy pants and jacket? Helikon-tex Woodsman, or Greyman models.
Backpack or bag? Timbuk2, Osprey, Gregory, Thule.
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