The Obtainer - 2/5/25, Wednesday

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The Obtainer

Wednesday,
February 5th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Have you been shopping lately? I was suffering from a post-holiday hangover where I wasn’t picking up much for myself, but I think I’m finally ready to treat myself again. Which is good, because we’ve found a lot of good things to buy.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

Good/Better/Best

Work Pants

Now’s the perfect time for some work pants. And by “work pant” we're not talking about refined trousers fit for the office. We're talking about workwear—pants specifically built for craftsmen and other hard workers who need apparel to stand up to anything. Right now, when the air has a biting chill, the thicker fabric and double-layered kneed patches offer protection and some extra heft that comes in handy.

Plus, these pants have gotten more and more popular with the menswear crowd since they strike the perfect balance between rugged durability and everyday versatility. They look as good with a slouchy hoodie and sneakers as they do with a nice cardigan and some boots. Thankfully, you can find such functional pants on offer from a slew of brands now—from traditional worker labels (think Dickies and Stan Ray) to designer brands (check out this twisted pair from JW Anderson). We tried on a bunch to find the best ones to suit any guy's taste and budget.

 
Good 

Built for
Adventure

+ Made from cotton blended with polyester Repreve fabric that is spun from recycled water bottles

+ The stretch fabric is ultra-durable, thermoregulating and wicks moisture away from your skin

+ Straight-leg fit with a gusseted crotch for extra mobility

+ Pigment-dyed for a comfortable, worn-in feel that gets softer and lighter with every wear

$138 by Proof

 
 
Better 

The Classic

+ Cut from 12 oz. organic cotton canvas, with reinforced bartack stitching throughout

+ Loose-fit and straight-leg with a mid-rise

+ Rivet details, tool pockets and a hammer loop

+ The material is a little stiff, but slowly softens with wear over time

$148 by Carhartt WIP

 
 
Best 

Italian Denim

+ Cut from an undyed Italian denim made from cotton with 2% Elastane for added comfort

+ Relaxed straight-leg fit with a slightly higher rise

+ Stitched with all the classic side pockets you'd find on a carpenter pant

+ There's an embossed leather patch on the back waistband and custom metal hardware

$295 by Corridor

 
5 Stylish Items to Buy This Week

Need a jacket to pair with your wide-leg pants? This is it. The wool jacket ($620) has a cool, cropped fit with a square-cut body and sleeves. A nice feature is the generous drawstring hem trimmed with a grabbable cotton herringbone tape for cinching, or for letting go. Constructed with an unlined body and lined sleeves, it's got the vibes of a cozy bomber designed to envelope the wearer and will easily transition from winter into spring.

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Drops to
Watch For
 
 

HAY has reissued the iconic X-Line Chair, originally conceived by Danish designer Niels Jorgen Haugesen in the late 1970s. Beloved for its industrial appeal and convenient stackability, the lightweight metal chair will come back in a range of fresh colors. “The X-Line Chair is one of the few high-tech objects that came out of Denmark,” says HAY co-founder Rolf Hay. “But in many ways, it’s one of the most intelligent designs to come out of our country—so minimal and well thought out.”

Launching this spring, available for pre-order now

 
Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Right now, J.Crew has a slew of their wardrobe staples marked down as low as $19.50, and within the collection is their best-selling denim shirt. Dyed with real indigo, this shirt will look better over time.

$98 / $48.50
by J.Crew

 

An easy upgrade to your standard Vans Authentic sneaker. These 1966 re-issues are cut from a supple pig suede and stacked on the signature rubber waffle sole of today. And now they're nearly half off.

$85 / $51
by Vans

 

Lululemon's understated half-zip doesn't scream that it's overly technical. However, it's made with a merino wool-blend that has stretch for movement, along with thermoregulating and odor-stopping properties.

$168 / $119
by Lululemon

 

This throwback edition of the Nike Air Pegasus has the same cushioning and comfort you remember with a gleaming silver updated look inspired by early-aughts runners. Grab them while there are still plenty of sizes left.

$150 / $89.97
by Nike

 

This cozy cotton sweater is knit with a casual waffle texture in a modern, oversized-fit silhouette with a slightly cropped body length. It looks as good with jeans as it does with your work-appropriate trousers. And now it's only about 50 bucks.

$80 / $54.99
by Abercrombie & Fitch

 

This modern cobalt-blue double-breasted jacket from Dries Van Noten has high-gorge notch lapels and oversized patch pockets. And it's a steal at 70% off. And if you want to make it a suit, pick up the matching pants.

$1,295 / $389
by Dries Van Notn

 

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