The Obtainer - 1/8/24, Monday
↦ Who Makes the Best Beanies?
Monday, January 8th Edition
It’s too cold not to pull on a cap. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ve also got the intel on a cool collaboration you won’t want to miss.
- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf
Buying Guide
A Smart, Stylish Winter Investment
Some hats can be tricky to pull off. But not a beanie. The humble knit hat, also known as a stocking cap or watch cap, is a stylish and supremely cozy winter accessory that has never let anyone down. Comfortable and stretchy, it never looks out of place, adapting perfectly to suit various personal styles and types of hair. A knit cap can be merely a fashionable topper, it can be solution to a bad hair day, or it can live up to its fullest potential and protect all those sensitive nerve endings in your head from the brutal cold of winter.Of course, not all beanies are created equal—which is why it's imperative to find one that suits your tastes, personal temperature preferences and desired coziness. You'll be wearing this all winter, right on top of your head, so yes, it's a piece worth spending a little money on. To help you narrow down the best of the best, we've pulled together four of our favorites to buy right now, in a range of styles, yarns and price points.
Our Picks
This alpaca cap is lightweight and warm. It's also half off, so cop two for the price of one.
Alpaca beanie,$60 / $30 by Everlane
This nylon blend features the brand’s HEATTECH technology to trap heat. It's simply the best beanie for under $20.
Heattech ribbed beanie,$19.90 by UNIQLO
This is 100% cashmere and has been washed down for extra softness. If you're looking for an investment-worthy winter accessory, this is it.
Cashmere beanie,$98 by Alex Mill
A blend of wool and mohair—a perfect combination to protect against harsh winter conditions. The color and cable pattern give off a vintage vibe.
Wool beanie,$125 by Woolrich
Winter is notoriously tough on skin. And our hands take the most abuse, right? I wish I were better about applying hand cream, but I never really remember throughout the day. Which is why I'm glad Soft Services is re-introducing their popular overnight repair hand cream on January 9, Theraplush ($62). They not only re-engineered the formula (which coats hands and gets to work softening and conditioning the skin so you wake up with noticeably improved hands), but they improved on the container, too. The clever vessel looks like a piece of pottery, but pull the magnetized top off and it reveals a secret pump—press down and it dispenses the perfect serving of lotion to rub in before you crash.
The Launch
Levi's and BEAMS have teamed up once again for their fourth collaborative collection. The limited-edition Levi's x BEAMS Super Wide V2 capsule pays tribute to Levi's heritage with elegant boxy silhouettes inspired by traditional 1944 styles—while the campaign celebrates the diversity of Japanese landscapes. The super wide V2 type I trucker and super wide V2 jeans will be available in a light and dark wash made from custom orange tick selvedge denim.
Available January 9 at levi.com and beams.co.jp
The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.
This versatile 3-and-1 rechargeable lamp from Blomus can rest on its base, sit on your desk as a light source, or hang from the ceiling over your dining table.
$150 / $120by Blomus
A mid-century dining chair with a solid wood frame and genuine, top-grain halo leather upholstered seating. You might want to buy two since it's on a steep discount now.
$409 / $144.99by West Elm
This unique colander adds texture to any kitchen while being functional. The mixed clay porcelain creates a black-and-white marbleized effect.
$39.95 / $17.97 byJennifer Fisher
Need to give your puffer jacket a rest? The Oregon jacket from Carhartt WIP is a heavyweight poly-blend flannel based on a chore coat silhouette with an insulated quilted interior.
$338 / $169by Carhartt WIP
These relaxed-fitting corduroy pants are reminiscent of 1900s European workwear. The tonal patches and drab color create a perfect pair of patinaed pants right off the rack.
$328 / $229.99 byPolo Ralph Lauren
Wellen's sherpa fleece is the ideal outer or mid-layering piece. The soft high-pile fleece keeps you insulated, and the zip chest pocket keeps your belongings secure.
$198 / $138by Wellen
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Arnault has the keys to the watch division of LVMH and three of its most important brands.”
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