With the perfect mix of sharp, classic style, nostalgia and value reflected in workwear, there’s good reason the chore coat went from vintage clothing trend to universal staple. It’s continued to be adopted and adapted…
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Fall may be the best time to break in a brand new double-fried crispy pair of raw denim jeans. But why suffer? There’s too much of that already. Instead, leave the crunchy bits to the dead leaves and slip into something a little more comfortable. We’re talking a pair of velvety, creamy corduroy pants.
They’re ideal for nippy weather, thanks to the cords or “wales” woven into the fabric. Those are made by inserting yarns into the fabric from the back side. The yarns stand up through the right side of the fabric and are then shorn, resulting in the hairy piles of cords (or velvet) on the surface. That does two things: the piles are able to trap heat better, making them great for nippy weather, and; it makes the fabric more durable. No wonder it’s often been seen in winter workwear garments like chore coats and heavy pants.
Whether you want a pair for the durability, the rustic aesthetics or the touch, the feel of corduroy, now is the ideal time. We’ve put together the best options out there right now. So scroll through.
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When you think of a pair of cords, this is the picture that comes to mind. Slanted hand pockets, welted rear pockets, flat front. Ya know, chinos — but in corduroy. L.L. Bean’s shoot straight down the middle and are as classic as it gets. They’re made with a middle-of-the-cord 11-wale that’s great for fall, early winter, and even for spring. They’ve got a smidge of stretch and even come with a lined waistband and curtain for extra durability — a detail you won’t find even on cords above this price point.
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$50
Leaning more on vintage French work pant designs, Uniqlo U’s cords are somewhat utilitarian. They’ve got a chunkier 8-wale all-cotton corduroy that’s super satisfying to touch. And they come with rear patch pockets and an extra utility pocket.
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$375
Rota’s corduroy joints have a lot going for them. A hefty English corduroy from the esteemed Brisbane Moss mill, oxford shirting fabric for the pocket bags, lining and binding (no raw seams here); button fly and side adjusters. And they’re cut and sewn in Rota’s Italian factory where they’ve been making trousers since the 1960s.
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$98
Splitting the difference between jeans and chinos, Flint and Tinder’s 365 cords are true to the name. The mid-wale, mid-weight eight ounce corduroy fabric is perfect for wearing all year long. It uses 98 percent cotton and two percent spandex — just enough to feel the difference without reclassifying them as corduroy yoga pants.
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$105
Stan Ray’s fatigue pants are among its most popular. The patch front pockets, flapped rear pockets have just the right shape and proportions, and they’ve got the relaxed cut nailed. Rendering them in a hefty and luscious corduroy could only yield greatness.
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$129
Eleven ounces of organic cotton corduroy makes these pants one of the heavier options on this list. But at $129, it’s still on the lower end of the price spectrum. With copper buttons at the fly, double-needle stitching and organic cotton pocket fabric, it’s also one of the better values.
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$139
If you have the sudden urge to go rock climbing, Gramicci’s got just the pants for you to harness into. They’re flexible enough with a pinch of stretch and a thoughtfully gusseted crotch for any challenging maneuvers. They have dual hand and rear pockets for your energy bars and come with an integrated webbed belt that’s both lighter and more comfortable than traditional leather belts.
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$195
There are a handful of hybrids on this list. Battenwear’s pairs the loungey design of your favorite sweatpants with husky 8-wale corduroy for a pant that’s ready for anything from kickin’ it on the couch to kicking a soccer ball around with the buds.
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$245
We get it — you’re still hooked on jeans. The Stronghold’s Heritage Fit jeans are made in Los Angeles and have a grip of denimhead-approved details want like exposed copper rivets, buckle back, vintage-style ticking stripe pocket bags and a roomy, high-rise fit. Plus the bedford variant of corduroy feels closer to the denim you’re familiar with.
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You’ll get these pants if you’re fall’s number one fan. Every conceivable pattern and fabric associated with the year’s best season is here. It comes in a buttery corduroy printed with a slew of patterns you’d expect to see roaming the English countryside. They have a single pleat, wide fit and a cropped cut. Not for everyone, clearly. Still very good, though.
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$360
Hats off to you and your high-shine pomade if you’re still wearing a suit, but we like these Barena pants all on their own. The corduroy has the rich color of cocoa and the meat of a chateaubriand. And, like a cut of chateaubriand, the cut of these is big enough for two.
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If you think corduroy was not only revived but also peaked in the ’70s, then these are for you. They have the main hallmarks of a flower child in bloom: flowers (obviously) and a color palette identical to the wood-paneled den of someone lighting up to Jefferson Airplane. The only thing missing is the flared leg.
For some reason, Bugatti has been the subject of tributes and collaborations as of late. Given the level of the finesse its vehicles exude, it’s no wonder why other high-end brands in the market want to associate with the French marque. Amid the barrage of offers from various groups, Buben & Zorweg appears to have one of the more interesting tie-ins. What they have in store for the luxury carmaker’s discerning clientele are a series of premium safes and a watch winder.
They’re calling this collection the Buben & Zorweg for Bugatti and rightfully so. Each is a masterpiece that should meet the needs of those who can afford a machine from the manufacturer in the first place. The level of detail and craftsmanship that goes into the construction is remarkable. Headlining it are two versions of the safe: The Illusion Chiron 300+ and Grande Illusion Chiron 300+
Talking about exclusivity, the two will only see 30 examples available for purchase respectively. The range-topping variant goes the extra mile with a Buben & Zorweg Flying Minute Tourbillon clock on top. The layer of security it ships with is certainly impressive. Owners of both models can gain access via biometrics (fingerprint sensor) or a transponder chip.
Given that watchmaking and automotive construction often go hand-in-hand, Buben & Zorweg has something for collectors. Depending on the configuration of the Spirit Chiron, owners can either store four or eight automatic watches. Using Buben & Zorweg’s Time Mover technology, you can be sure they’re ready to use when you need it.
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If you aren’t an avid snorkeler or captain of a ship, you may want to consider this Sketchers Men’s Watch. It is one of the cheapest options on our buyer guide so men on a budget may want to check it out a little further with the link below.
Despite it being a cheap watch for men, the watch still affords optimum quality. A key feature of the watch is its thickness. The face of the timekeeper is 11mm thick, proving it’s as durable as it’s cool. Oh, and we forgot to mention the rubber strap which is comfortable and easy to slide on your wrist.
Similar to an engineer’s work on the sophisticated mechanisms of a vehicle’s powertrain, watchmakers deal with intricate complications to produce some of the most accurate timepieces. Perhaps a great example of a connection between the two is the Jacob & Co. x Bugatti Twin Turbo Furious La Montre Noire. The two brands are at the pinnacle of their respective craft. Thus, a collaboration in the past produced one extraordinary model. Now, the two are at it again with something even more extravagant.
What made the Bugatti Chiron 16 Cylinder Tourbillion stand out was its automotive vibe. It achieved this through a feature that pays tribute to the power plant of its namesake. This time, Jacob & Co. is working with the celebrated French marque to honor the La Voiture Noire. For those wondering, it was a one-off in 2019 that was inspired by a certain all-black vehicle from Jean Bugatti’s collection that was mysteriously lost.
As such, the Bugatti Twin Turbo Furious La Montre Noire attempts to channel the vibe of the LA Voiture Noire. It does so by going overboard with its opulence in stunning showcases of stealthy style. What we have here is a 46 mm case in 18-carat black gold with 344 baguette black sapphires. This imparts a sinister silhouette as only a few elements in silver, white, and red offer contrast to its dark image.
A Jacob & Co. calibre JCFM05 manual movement grants it a 48-hour power reserve. The Bugatti Twin Turbo Furious La Montre Noire also flaunts two triple-axis tourbillon regulators for superior timekeeping accuracy. Rounding it off is a black Cordura strap with an 18k black gold buckle with 18 baguette black sapphires. At $1 million, it would match the La Voiture Noire in exclusivity.
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Face masks are imperative. For your safety, for the safety of others, face masks have been shown to dramatically reduce the spread of disease, including the novel coronavirus, and are strongly recommended for the public. While commercial face masks won’t meet the medical standards like the N95 mask does, they’re much more effective than going sans mask. There are thousands to choose from, and since its recommended to have multiple face masks on-hand, it’s worth considering the more affordable options on the market. Here are some face masks we like that won’t break the bank.
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Certain fashion items are so ubiquitous now that we never really consider exactly why they were created in the first place — even when the item is literally named after its customer. Aviator sunglasses were made for military pilots because flying a fighter jet with the sun in your eyes is very obviously problematic. That’s why aviators exist — as for who makes them, Randolph Engineering has been making its HGU-4/P Aviator sunglasses for USAF pilots for the last 40 years, so we’re a ways past “tried and tested” by now. Each pair is handcrafted in the USA with SkyTec performance lens technology, designed to protect a pilot’s vision and, in the case of this 23K gold pair with Cape Sand lenses, their style, too. Plus, they come in 3 sizes so you can find your perfect fit, and there’s even an option for custom engraving in case you want to add a personal touch.
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Ever since it was first released more than three decades ago, the Nike Air Max has been one of the most popular sneakers to ever wear the swoosh badge. Even though we’ve seen all the…
Another week, another flood of highly-covetable impossibly stylish goods is here. We waded through the waters and reeled in only the tastiest catches. Because it’s fall, the schools of mouthwatering sweaters have migrated our way, along with a grip of puffers and even some sneakers. So sit back and let us serve you the finest style releases of the week.
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Add a bit of sunshine to your drab fall/winter wardrobe.
Story Mfg.
A hand-knit, hand-embroidered and naturally dyed shroomscape.
East Dane
Little socks on the prairie.
Urban Outfitters
I like big knits and I cannot lie.
Battenwear
Thought a real-life transformer would be a little more flashy, to be honest.
Noah
Noah
A trio of solid suedes and a pair of patchworked kicks courtesy of one of NYC’s finest brands.
Antonio Ciongoli is going for his, like, honorary fourth doctorate in fabric insanity. The latest drop includes all-cotton sherpa and block-printed vegan silk, among a slew of other wild textures and very relaxed silhouettes.
Todd Snyder
I, too, am inspired by bourbon.
3sixteen
The denim gods took a break and learned how to knit.
Nicholas Daley
Nicholas Daley
Old English equestrian meets the British new wave.
Hayato
Marcel Breuer would approve.
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Once Zam Barrett drops this coat on the site, it’s over for all of you.
Mr Porter
I’d risk it all for this sweater.
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Rhodes Huxley Boot, $220
Skip the heavy lifting and go straight to what’s best. Just Get This is our no-nonsense guide to the gear you need, now.
The Chelsea boot is one of the most popular boots out there. First commissioned by Queen Victoria in the 1830s, the boots feature an elastic side gore in place of traditional laces. This made them easy to pull on and off, saving time (and undoubtedly countless face plants). Eventually, equestrians caught on to the boot before the very hip set of rock-and-rollers took them on stage and cemented the boot as a style classic.
No wonder there are so many options on the market. If you’re looking for the right pair of Chelsea boots, the pair you should get is the Rhodes Huxley Boot. Here’s why.
Firstly, it’s a handsome boot. Where some Chelsea boots are bulbous, the Huxley is sculpted down. Where others are pointy, this is softened. The silhouette is classically sleek without being too fashion-y and rugged enough while straying from a strictly work boot status. While the smooth leathers look great, we like the roughout leathers for their texture and patina.
The Huxley Boot is built to last. It’s made in a generations-old shoe factory in Portugal and uses a wide range of premium European calf leathers. Unlike other shoes which use a cemented construction, the Huxley’s welted Blake stitch construction allows them to be resoled several times over before they finally kick the bucket.
That Blake stitch construction makes it more flexible than Goodyear welted construction, too. The extra flexibility means it’s a more comfortable ride which is only made even more comfortable thanks to the shock-absorbing Texon insole. And as if the elastic side gores didn’t make them easy enough to don, the dual pull tabs give you an extra hand.
As with any Just Get This pick, Rhodes’ Huxley Boot is a major value. That doesn’t mean it’s the cheapest boot — it’s still $220. But it’s also about half the price of a pair of R.M. Williams. If you were already thinking about a Chelsea boot in the price bracket just below, consider skipping dinner out once or twice because it’s worth the investment.
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The Icon Merc Battlescar Jacket features a slim silhouette and simple design and color patterns. Don’t let its casual look fool you though as its performance outweighs its outer flourish.
This motorcycle gear ensures protection from scrapes, cuts, small accidents, and more. It comes equipped with an integrated lightweight softshell chassis with nylon reinforcement panels and a complete suite of removable D3O impact protectors for the back, shoulders, and elbows. These provide safety while in stealth and are tested and certified according to prEN 17092-4 Class A. The protection suite is also removable so you can stow them away for safekeeping when not in use.
Moreover, the Icon Merc Battlescar Jacket does not sacrifice comfort for the sake of quality. Its Sportcuff, hood, pit zips, and oversized kangaroo pockets ensure comfort to the wearer so the jacket does not drag you down on long drives. They also make the jacket suited for everyday wear. The zippers are also water-resistant and the underarm zippers provide ventilation for additional comfort.
This jacket features geometric camouflage against black for clear visibility on the wearer. It has a media or headphone Pass through and a three-position elbow protector pocket.
The Icon Merc Battlescar Jacket comes in a relaxed fit. After all, that’s the comfort you need when you’re on the road on your bike. You want the freedom of movements aside from the protection. This wear comes in multiple sizes including small, medium, large, extra-large, 2 extra-large, and three extra-large. This is to ensure everyone has their own fit
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Are you sick of wearing a mask? Me too. But according to the CDC website, the spread of COVID-19 occurs “when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks, and droplets from their mouth or nose are launched into the air and land in the mouths or noses of people nearby.” So, with that information, I will continue to wear a mask, especially when it’s difficult to avoid high risk places and physical distance.
By now, you know that wearing a mask isn’t fun. It can be smelly, fog up your glasses and cause mascne. But as tried and true product experts, we have done the work to find masks that don’t entirely suck. From the best masks for outdoor workouts and cold weather, there are a handful of brands that have catered to our consumer complaints. Since we still don’t know when the pandemic will be over, it actually is important to invest in a high-quality mask you can breathe comfortably in. And trust me, you can’t find this at your local gas station. Enter, the best mask for everyday use: Mack Weldon’s Silver Mask.
This mask once built up a waitlist of over 9,000 people—and with good reason. It’s made with the brand’s infamous blend of Supima cotton and antimicrobial Silver XT2 (the same fabric used by NASA astronauts, Olympic athletes, and the U.S. Special Forces). You would think the brand has been working on perfecting the face mask for years. It has permanent antimicrobial properties and droplet reduction in three layers of protection. Plus, it feels shockingly nice on the face (just read the reviews). It even has a cooling feature for temperature control—say goodbye to hot boxing your face.
The icing on the cake of this baby is just how comfortable, stylish and affordable it is. For just $32 you get two masks in either camo print or a versatile navy or gray solid color to coordinate with any outfit.
Sure, not having to wear a mask at all would be ideal, but since face masks aren’t going away anytime soon, it’s worth smashing that buy button for the two or four pack stat before they’re sold out again.
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XTRATUF is a brand out of Alaska you might have already heard of that’s been making 100% waterproof boots for Alaskan fisherman for over five decades. They recently teamed up with Huckberry–one of our new…
Fall is here and we at the style desk are stoked. As the trees strip down to their barest, we’re dressing up to the max. Layers are back and textures are on full throttle — it’s arguably the best season for dressing.
It’s also the most complicated. More layers means more pieces to coordinate, more to balance and more ways to get confused. But the complexity of a fall wardrobe is exactly what makes it fun. Dressing for fall ain’t as tricky as you’re building it up to be. If you’re still struggling to see the forest for the bare-branched trees, we’re here with some gentle suggestions. While we’re calling these fall style essentials, the products we’re listing are just suggestions. So take them and run.
What makes me a big simp for fall is that you can really pick almost any pair of pants you want. Jeans, a pair of chunky cords, chinos. Toss out the no-white-after-Labor-Day shit because a pair of cream painter pants looks great with a shaggy wool sweater and a beanie.
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Amazon
Matches Fashion
Flannel is an obvious choice when the weather takes a slight dip. But don’t forget about other autumnal fabrics like chamois (basically a brushed fabric) and corduroy.
J.Crew
L.L. Bean
Corridor
Everlane
Cardigans, half-zips, quarter-zips, pullovers, hoodies — if you can call it a sweater, it’s a fall style essential. Try a slouchy cardigan to achieve inner nirvana, a smart half-zip to be cosplay as an architect, or a hoodie because you like comfort. This is where you’ll get the most opportunity to show off some texture, so don’t be shy. Think flecked donegal, fuzzy mohair, chunky cable knits.
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Fall is the overshirt’s time to shine. You won’t need something super heavy like a duffle coat until things get real icy, but a solid chore coat, wool CPO shirt, even a trucker jacket would work well. Fleece is also a great choice that’ll give your fit some serious texture.
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Uniqlo
Loafers are still fair game this season, too. Maybe they’re even better now because you can mess around with textural socks. On that note, clogs like Birkenstock Bostons or Dansko’s are also primed for the season with a pair of thick, heathered socks from the likes of Anonymous Ism or Thunders Love. Bean boots, sure. Flip flops, surely not. Wallabees, work boots, the heritage classic boots you’re familiar with are a safe bet.
Clark’s
Filson
Zappos
Season Three
It’s beanie season, y’all. And what better time than now, after months of avoiding the barber? You can keep your dome from freezing over while taming the lettuce. So it’s a double whammy. Bucket hats can rise up, too. Top off with a wool number or a rain-proof Gore-tex variant, extra points if it has an autumnally-appropos pattern.
Kapital
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The time is right for a cardigan. It’s been on the return comet in recent years and is now here to orbit the streets for the foreseeable future. It’s been written in the fashion stars and the now the turning leaves are mother nature’s signal that it’s time to enrobe yourself in layers. And the cardigan just might be the ultimate layer. It’s easier to don than a pullover. Easier to doff when the weather gets warmer than you’d anticipated. And its open front design makes it easy to visually see all the layers you’re sporting.
From ivy to workwear to avant-garde, the cardigan takes many forms. So whether you identify hosting an acoustic set of your greatest hits, hosting a few neighbors or drinking a milkshake, there’s a cardigan for you. If you’re looking to layer up, try these.
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You can’t get much cozier than a fleece jacket in the fall. First championed by outdoor clothing brand Patagonia at the end of the 1970s and through the 1980s, faux sherpa fabric revolutionized clothing. The man-made fabric was developed an innovative textile mill called Malden Mills, which would eventually become Polartec. It used polyester to simulate the curly woolen coat shorn from sheep. It was a hit with the apparel industry and turned millions of people into fluffy lamb-people.
The curly fibers work by trapping warm air in thousands of pockets. Those pockets also cut down on fabric density, making it more lightweight than a traditional heavy wool coat. Today, you can hardly walk down the street in the fall without seeing someone wearing a fleece jacket. If you’re looking to become a sheeple for this staple of gorpcore, here are the best pieces of fleece outerwear to cop right now.
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You can’t get much fluffier nor much cheaper than this piece from Uniqlo. It’s simple with a zip-front, two hand pockets and not much else.
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The quintessential fleece jacket, Patagonia’s deep-pile fabric is a favorite. The brand has gone through numerous fleece iterations including Synchilla and Woolyester, but deep-pile was revived for a reason. It’s cozy as hell and looks great. The all-polyester fabric uses 50 percent recycled yarns and is wind-proof and super warm. Zippered hand pockets keep your hands warm and your belongings on your person while DWR-coated polyester paneling and storm-plackets and elastic hems and cuffs keep the weather at bay.
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Like Patagonia’s famed Snap-T, Gramicci’s Pullover excels as both outerwear and stylish layer. The Boa Fleece fabric is more chill than the some of the other options on this list, but that just adds to its versatility.
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This handsome kit comes from another storied outdoors brand, albeit one that’s steeped in logging rather than tree-hugging. It features a high-pile fleece courtesy of Polartec that’s actually a touch heavier than Patagonia’s Retro-X. That said, it’s still breathable and won’t suffocate your skin. Other details include nylon reinforcements, as well as ribbed hems and cuffs.
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Had Kurt Cobain been into hiking, this is the cardigan he would’ve been caught wearing on the trails.
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All clothes should be reversible. At least, they should be as good as this reversible number from Knickerbocker. Part chore coat, part Eisenhower jacket, this jacket features an all-cotton fleece that’s a refreshing departure from the usual synthetic fleece that’s par for the course.
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If most fleece jackets seem a bit plain, you can count on Kapital to serve up something out-of-the-ordinary. The Damask print elevates the fleece jacket to a place inhabited only by the very hip and the grandparents whose style they stole. Unlike other options, this one also doubles down on fleece with a full fleece lining.
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Every time fall circles back around, we rediscover the practical perfection that is a pair of well-made Chelsea boots — and no one makes them like Blundstone. The brand essentially invented the style, and we’ve hyped the product up so much since then that we deserve our own fandom — the Blundstans. To that end, just imagine how stoked we are about the 585 Chelsea Boot — a premium style based on the original (and immensely popular) 500 Boot with added comfort and shock-absorption. Made from premium water-resistant leather with a patented SPS Max Comfort System, removable comfort footbeds and a durable TPU outsole, this is a boot that will take you virtually anywhere and look damn good doing so — all you have to do is step in and you’re ready to set out.
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This year–more than any other–a change of season is a reason for excitement. There’s something innately human about anticipating the shift in the weather, looking forward to different temperatures, different sports, different activities. And this…
This may have been the summer of the road trip, but true adventurers know that the best time for a road trip to the mountains is the fall. Cooler temps and changing seasons bring with them better scenery and better stories — by way of rapidly changing weather and drams of whiskey around a campfire. If you’re gearing up for a fall road trip, fine tuning your kit should be on your pre-embarking checklist. Elevated essentials like a cold weather jacket and high quality boots from Aether are welcome upgrades for trips to cooler locales.
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Few things are as classic as a waxed cotton jacket, and if one thing is for certain it’s that Aether is an expert at taking classic silhouettes and updating them with modern tech. The Camber jacket is just such an execution. The worn-in, rugged aesthetic will patina over time and only gets better with wear. The shell is stuffed with 800-fill-power goose down for plenty of warmth. And true to Aether’s mission, the beauty of this jacket is in the details. It includes a ribbed knit collar and cuffs, vertical-quilting at the sleeve panel and soft brushed-tricot hand-pocket bags. Plus, if your jacket ever needs to be re-waxed, Aether will send you a tin of wax so you can keep your jacket looking as it should.
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Kevlar Cable by Nomad Goods $35
Vector Pant by Aether $250
Explorer Sunglasses by Salt. x Aether $600
16oz Coffee with Flex Sip Lid by Hydro Flask $33
Dolomite Boot by Aether $400
GOCap Century Shadowcast by Ciele $40
