The Obtainer - 12/1/23, Friday
↦ What You Couldn't Stop Buying in November
Friday, December 1st Edition
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I buy a lot … it’s an occupational hazard. But if you’re a subscriber to this newsletter, you probably do, too. Did you pick up any of the items below? The ones our audience couldn’t stop buying in November?
- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf
What You Bought the Most in November
Each month, there are a lot of products featured on Valet. From high-end splurges and luxurious investment pieces to more affordable, everyday items. Which ones were the most popular with you, the reader? We looked over the data and crunched the numbers. Herewith, the ten pieces our readers clicked on and bought the most over the past 30 days. Do any of these ring a bell?
With a subtle blend of cedar and sage leaves blended with resin and suede, this scent reminds us of a stylish woodworker who's just come from the barber.
From $40 by Caswell-Massey
It's a modern update that will ensure you look sharp, feel good, and are ready for anything happening after hours as well—be it drinks with a client or a dinner date.
$198 by Taylor Stitch
I tried them on and the high-waisted style just looked damn good. They have crisp cuffs and hard-pressed creases that I'm told will stay sharp through washing and wearing.
$148 by Wallace & Barnes
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Keep the Good Times Flowing
This time of year is all about extremes. Wild swings of weather, good times with friends and occasionally stressful times with family. The key to getting through it, some might say, is a well-stocked bar. And when you're overrun with things to do during such a busy season, the last thing you want to worry about when restocking the bar is going out into the cold. Saucey is here to help. They deliver your favorite bottles of wine and spirits (along with mixers and even garnishes) to your home—all in about 30 minutes. And since they offer gift ordering too, you're able to send that bottle of whiskey to a loved one across the country and get it there on the same day—ideal for last-minute gifters.
Don Julio Añejo Tequila, from $139.99
Crown Royal Whiskey, from $10.24
Guinness, from $2.99
Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur, from $3
Bulleit Bourbon, from $3.99
Tanqueray London Dry Gin, from $3.59
Making the Case for …
A Luxurious Sheepskin Bomber Jacket
Outerwear will forever be my kryptonite. Pea coats, topcoats, motorcycle jackets—all are guaranteed to keep you warm but can be on the subtle side. Sometimes, you want to flex your cold-weather chops and put on a real show-stopping piece. Alpha Industries sheepskin leather bomber jacket will have you feeling like a lead villain or like a boxer with a vendetta training in Russia.
The Alpha B-3 is a classic coat and silhouette inspired by Britain’s Royal Air Force jackets worn during WWII. The bomber has all the bells and whistles, from the hardwearing yet luxurious leather shell constructed from soft sheepskin to the genuine sherpa wool fleece lining. The dual adjustable collar keeps your neck properly protected from the chill, while the slash pockets give you a place to store daily essentials. Side buckle straps ensure a fashionably tight fit, and the antiqued zipper indicates a durable traditional construction. Since this is an investment piece you’re going to want to hang onto, read the size guide as these typically run large. You might want to size down for a proper fit or take your usual size for a more modern, oversized look.
Besides the masculine provenance and classic good looks, why else would it make for an excellent winter piece? Well, you’d be hard pressed to find something that will keep you warmer than sheepskin leather. The all-natural material is known for its durability—it will easily stand up to years of wear and tear—and will only get better looking the more you beat it up. Despite being an old-school, rugged material, it insulates better than several performance fabrics because it’s warm and breathable while resistant to winter weather. All that, and it makes you look like a stylish badass? Worth every penny if you ask me.
- Leon Hedgepeth
B-3 sherpa leather bomber jacket,$1,300 by Alpha Industries
The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.
Veilance's long-sleeved polo is the ultimate base layer for regulated body heat. The smooth merino wool is breathable, fights odor, and is moisture-wicking.
$250 / $175by Veilance
These dungarees from Cathcart are cut from a 12oz.-slubby denim with a wide leg inspired by the 1930s. The dark denim isn’t stiff. It’s been ashed for a lived-in feel.
$163 / $103by Cathcart
Todd Snyder's parka is made to beat the brutal winter chill. The exterior is crafted from Japanese water-repellent nylon, and the goose-down filling is super warm without being overly bulky.
$798 / $394by Todd Snyder
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Because every time someone wears it, there’s another chance for conversation and discourse about the state of Black people, the state of America, the state of the world.”
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The word is definitely out about the cheap flights to Europe. Nearly every seat on the four legs of my five-day journey was filled.”
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When the outdoor footwear trend grew, I think people were looking for things that were very technical looking and designed but not super ‘granola’.”
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Out and about in Mayfair with Pablo from 9 Savile Row, wearing his own Drake’s Made to Order suit in Harrisons Spring Ram wool, along with our signature striped cotton oxford shirt and paisley print tie in pure silk.
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