The Obtainer - 9/30/24, Monday

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The Obtainer

Monday,
September 30th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Fall is here fellas. I'm ready for a proper blazer or sport coat, how about you? What are you feeling for autumn when it comes to your wardrobe? Let me know.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 
Your Fall Foundations

The Best Blazers Elevate Your Style

Lean in close, because I’ve got to tell you ... in case you haven't heard, men are dressing up again. You were already feeling it, right? Maybe you've got a pair of loafers, perhaps you're wearing your pants a little higher on the waist. We've all been upgrading in the seasons after that long stretch of pandemic ease. Guys are putting in more effort and it's fall damnit—it's time to really start dressing.

But this doesn't mean you have to be stuffy or uncomfortable. If you really want to add a shot of gentlemanly style to an outfit, a well-made blazer will do that and then some. What's more, tailoring today is vibrant, built for comfort and, thankfully, the most fun it's been in decades. The swaggering sport coat is, after all, one of the most important garments a man can own. Pull it over a simple T-shirt and jeans and you suddenly look put together. Pair it with a sweater or a turtleneck and just watch how everyone starts paying attention and dropping compliments.

For Fall 2024, the blazer you want is textural and cozy. It's cut from a wool or cotton blend that feels substantial. Maybe it's knit like a sweater, maybe it's felted with a workwear vibe or cut from a classic tweed-ish fabric from some venerable mill in Europe. The fit is slightly relaxed and boxy, which only makes it more comfortable and adaptable. The key is finding one that fits your style and budget. We scoured the market to find you the best ones.

Our Picks

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This lightweight jacket is made from felted merino wool that’s been twice boiled for improved insulation and durability.

Felted wool chore blazer,
$268 by Buck Mason

 
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Cut from a washed corduroy to feel more relaxed and rugged, the three-button jacket comes in three different colors.

Corduroy blazer,
$225 by Alex Mill

 
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Todd Snyder's laidback take on a classic blazer: no stuffy padding or lining, only the relaxed, rakish charm of Italian wool.

Italian houdstooth blazer,
$698 by Todd Snyder

 
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This jacket draws inspiration from a sport coat that Ralph Lauren himself has had since the early ’70s.

The RL67 tweed jacket,
$998 by Polo Ralph Lauren

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5 Stylish Items to Buy This Week

Who's ready for some cozy layers? Quince makes handsome knits from quality Mongolian cashmere for really, really reasonable prices. One of the brand's latest releases for Fall 2024 is this cashmere polo shirt ($168 / $99.90). The long-sleeve style (available in a range of neutral shades) looks sharp enough to wear to work or on a date, but is soft and comfortable enough to throw on for weekend errands with the sleeves pushed up.

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Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 
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This vintage-inspired twill jacket has a cropped length and features generous chest pockets, along with handy side pockets. And now, it's half off.

$60 / $26.99 by
Abercrombie & Fitch

 

The M79 is a modern interpretation of the beloved 1970s Q Timex. It features an automatic, 21-jewel mechanical movement (which makes it a steal for less than $200).

$289 / $199
by Timex

 

Nike's modern hoodie draws design inspiration from its popular Windrunner jacket. It's relaxed through the shoulders, chest and body for an athletic fit you can layer.

$145 / $94.97
by Nike

 

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Worth a Read

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Clearly, the guy has the hookup—and a taste for well-loved workwear.”

 

How Does Austin Butler Keep Beating Me to All This Great Vintage Carhartt???

 

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Esquire
 

If you’re buying a Range Rover Classic for modern luxury, you’re going to be sorely disappointed.”

 

What I Wish I Knew Before I Bought a Range Rover Classic

 

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