The Obtainer - 5/31/23, Wednesday
↦ Your Summer Style Move
Wednesday, May 31st Edition
I hope everyone had a fun long weekend. I needed the extra day to recover from all the food I ate and that ‘Succession’ finale.
- Leon Hedgepeth, Shopping Editor ⋯ @leonhedgepeth
StyleMove
Match Point
Summer will officially be here in three weeks—the mules, 5” drawstring shorts and camp collar shirts will be on full blast. While these keep you cool during the warmer days, they may not be office or date-night appropriate. If you're like me, I only wear shorts when it's above 80 degrees or if I'm by the water. Pants are my first option, especially in a breezy, lightweight fabric. While dressing has become more relaxed in professional and dining settings, it can still be tricky finding something that will leave you looking and feeling cool. Matching sets are the easiest way to solve your indecisive dressing conundrums. Whenever you hear the word “matching”, you undoubtedly probably think of sports uniforms or even a pair of ill-fitting pajamas, but a summer fabric set is the latest (and smartest) style move. Just ask some of the best brands making waves in menswear today.Understanding what fabrics to wear is key—cotton, linen and nylon are breathable, easy to maintain and wearable over and over again. A versatile overshirt or jacket looks great with a classic oxford shirt, or simply thrown over a T-shirt or tank. The relaxed-fitting pants will protect your legs against the sun and keep you cool—not to mention, prevent you from being denied entry into a noteworthy establishment because you're in shorts. Summer is a notoriously tough season for dressing, but these matching sets provide almost endless sartorial opportunities. They give the illusion of a suit, only cooler. And if you're looking for a travel hack, the set should be the centerpiece of everything you're packing. Of course, you'll sport the top and bottom together, but mixing and matching is another smart way to go too. From military-inspired styles to French workwear, we've pulled together a few of our favorite sets to dial up your summer kits.
The Pairings
Buck Mason's lightweight linen overshirt and pants are crafted from loose, airy woven linen that is designed to keep you cool. The shirt has huge, bellowed pockets for ample storage, and the pants have been garment-washed for a lived-in feel. Throw this on with some Boston clogs or a pair of beat-up canvas sneakers.
Buck Mason linen fatigue shirt ($198) and pant ($158)
Made from an undyed cotton and linen blend, this open-weave canvas fabric will only get better with age. The jacket has custom corozo concha buttons and Tuscan hunting jacket-style pockets to keep a camera or book secure. The pants are a perfect straight fit and include two rear cinch adjusters if you want to forgo a belt. Freak these separately or together for an understated look that doesn't miss.
Wythe cotton-linen overshirt ($298) and chino ($198)
Engineered Garment's Bedford jacket and fatigue pants are available year-round, but this linen blend is ideal for summer. Cut and sewn in the US, it can be easily worn to everything from a summer wedding to a weekend date night. The peak-lapel jacket is tailored yet practical, with four oversized patch pockets that match the pants.
Engineered Garments Bedford jacket ($456) and fatigue pant ($324)
This jacket is influenced by French workwear and made from 100% indigo-dyed Japanese cotton. The relaxed pants have an easy fit and are also dyed with natural indigo. Meaning this set will just keep getting softer and five years from now, should be a unique shade of light blue that can't be replicated anywhere else.
Todd Snyder cotton chore jacket ($468) and relaxed chore pant ($348)
The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.
Father's Day is a few weeks away, and a luxe grooming set is a fail-safe gift idea. This sleek razor and brush will give a clean, close shave the old-fashioned way.
$415 / $166by Pankhurst London
This minimal desk will add a touch of sophistication to any office space. Featuring four cylindrical legs and a tempered glass tabletop, it's the perfect surface to check off your daily to-do lists.
$599 / $359.99by Urban Outfitters
These workwear-inspired shorts are made of an environmental-friendly recycled polyester and are versatile enough to be the only shorts you need for the season.
$75 / $40by Dickies
Summertime is full of excellent weather and traveling. This powerpack can charge everything from your phone, tablet or laptop—ensuring everything is juiced up while on the road.
$80 / $60by BioLite
This made-in-Japan bandana is hand-drawn by a kimono pattern artisan. It serves as a stylish accessory and as something to sop up sweat in the summer heat.
$35 / $24.50by Nanamica
The mountain mule can be worn at home or outdoors on a campsite. The exterior of the shoe is made of water-resistant leather, and the interior is insulated for warmth. The MTE outsole provides added traction for the outdoors and is easy to clean.
$70 / $49.50by Vans
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Senior cords, which feature hand-drawn details, first appeared on campuses in Indiana. Now there are high-fashion takes.”
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A few more snaps by @isaacmarleymorgan for @drakesdiary a little while back.
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