The Obtainer - 4/7/23, Friday
↦ The Sub-$100 Fit
Friday, April 7th Edition
Besides toast being a quick breakfast option, it also happens to be one of my favorite brands. See what standout piece they cooked up for spring below.
- Leon Hedgepeth, Shopping Editor ⋯ @leonhedgepeth
What We’re Wearing
The Sub-$100 Fit
We’ve always endorsed value here at Valet. That can either mean items that are affordable, attainable or simply well-made enough to be worth their price. Because let's be honest, you don't always have to buy an expensive jacket or jeans to be the best-looking person in the room. Whether you have unlimited funds or are balling on a budget, your shopping habits should revolve around the same questions: How do the pants fit, will I wear them often, are they too trendy, etc.? We challenged ourselves to set you up with a fail-safe spring outfit that rings in under a hundred bucks. And bonus, you'll be able to mix these individual pieces into your current wardrobe.A solid black hoodie is always a reliable wardrobe staple for any kit and season. Piece of advice: If you've got a car, keep one in the backseat because you never know when you may need that extra layer. You also really don't need to spend too much on a T-shirt and this one is on sale. Plus, the fit is flattering, so you may want to buy more than one. You can never go wrong with a pair of 501s—these are thrifted from a secondhand shop, so you'll already have that patina that people pay extra for. This whole fit is a notch below $100, so take yourself to an afternoon movie with the remaining funds.
Your Budget-Friendly Fit
Clockwise, from top left:
Sweatshirt, $22 / $14.58 by Hanes501 jean, $36 by Levi's SecondhandOrganic crew tee, $30 / $15 by EverlaneColor block socks, $5.90 by UNIQLOCanvas shoe, $24.99 by H&M
Drops to Watch For
Adsum and Gramicci just teamed up on a 14-piece capsule collection. Ranging from pants and hats to graphic tees and workshirts, the line combines Adium’s quality closet essentials with Gramicci’s rugged outdoor aesthetic. One of the standout favorites for us is the cargo pant, a relaxed pant that's functional and wearable whether you’re headed to work or up a mountain.
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Making the Case for ...
This Luxurious Linen Pullover
If you don't know Toast, it’s a Welsh brand founded 26 years ago with a focus on relaxed loungewear. They’ve always been driven to craft comfortable clothing, inspired by nature and cut in perennial silhouettes. Their approach has never wavered, and they still believe in creating long-lasting functional pieces whether in clothing, homeware, or accessories. And every product is produced in small batches by local artisans, weavers and fabric mills.The brand specializes in pieces that feel at once classic and yet incredibly fresh—like this pullover linen jacket. I steer away from colors, but this ocean blue is a perfect Pantone sky shade for spring. I probably gravitated towards the color because it’s garment-dyed and is more of a neutral-ish earth tone that would look great with navy or a deep olive colorway. The exaggerated collar is beautifully constructed as you can flip it down for a more formal look or flip it up whenever it’s cold for a more militant vibe. The boxy shape of the jacket allows room to layer, but there’s also a drawstring at the bottom to cinch in the garment if you want a more tailored silhouette—better to wear this way during the summer nights. The cotton and linen blend are breathable yet durable, and the large patch pockets give this summery piece a workwear-inspired look. The corozo buttons are another excellent detail for this jacket. The ticket isn’t cheap; however, this will age to perfection, and I can only imagine how much lighter it will get whenever it spends a few days out in the sun.
Pullover linen jacket,$415 by Toast
The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.
Abercrombie & Fitch is offering 25% off sitewide, and they have some spring must-haves marked way down. Like this luxe sweater-polo with crotchet stitching and a '90s-inspired border stripe pattern.
$80 / $60 byAbercrombie & Fitch
Madewell's workwear jean is the best version under $100. They sit at the waist and are relaxed through the leg with reinforced knees for an authentic workwear look.
$138 / $79.99by Madewell
No one makes a stellar polo quite like Sunspel. Their signature long sleeve Riviera shirt is constructed from a fine Supima cotton, so it's breathable enough to wear year-round. These rarely go on sale, so take advantage.
$175 / $122by Sunspel
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