Image: J. Crew Factory
When it comes to basics on a budget, our go to spot is J. Crew Factory. From chinos to jeans, button downs to t-shirts, we always find something on our visits to J. Crew’s outlet store, and, more times than not it’s too good of a deal to pass up. On a recent visit we decided to try on a pair of their Sutton broken-in chinos.
Image: L.L. Bean
Winter has officially arrived here in Annapolis. Yes, we know the solstice isn’t for another month, but when the high temperature for the day is at or below freezing, that is winter for us. To combat the cold temperatures, we’re breaking out the big guns. Our pick today is one of the warmest jackets L.L. Bean makes, the Ultralight 850 Down Jacket.
Image: Brooks Brothers
In our opinion, it’s still a touch early for Fair Isle, but in a few weeks it will absolutely be fair game. Whether you already have a few great options ready to go, you’re looking for your first, or you’re somewhere in between, we think everyone can appreciate today’s pick. It’s the Fair Isle Crewneck from Brooks Brothers.
Image: Vineyard Vines
For the first time this year, local weather forecasts have started to mention a four letter word that we absolutely despise, snow. This year, we’re going to try to make the most of it and embrace the tundra for once. In an effort to get ourselves in the correct mindset, today’s Bowtie Friday pick is the Snowflake Bow from Vineyard Vines.
Image: Criquet
Over the last few years, Criquet shirts have become an absolute staple for us. On the golf course and off, we wear their classic Players shirts all the time, an we’ll soon be breaking out their long sleeve counterparts. Just last week, Criquet released the latest addition to their growing polo empire, a Classic Pique.
Image: Oak Street Bootmakers
For nearly a year, our friends at Oak Street Bootmakers kept things pretty standard with their collection. There were a few new iterations of existing shoes released, but no new designs. Well, recently the floodgates have opened, and it seems like there is a new shoe or boot being released from the team in Chicago on a weekly basis. Just yesterday they released their Trapper Boot.
Image: Bull + Moose
In honor of Veterans Day we thought it was only right that we feature one of our favorite products from a Veteran owned small business. Our friends at Bull + Moose turn out some great looking ties, but, without question, their Camo Bow sparks more conversations than any tie in our collection. In fact, it’s hard to believe that our Veterans Day post last year is what put us in touch with them in the first place. The feature below originally ran on December 6,2013.
Image: Ledbury
In our opinion, the best part about Ledbury’s Short Run collection is that it allows them to take risks. Sure, some of the shirts may fall flat, but, for the most part, Ledbury trots out some darn good shirts week in and week out. Last week, their Vale Patterned Chambray Shirt caught our attention.
Images: Bird Dog Bay
While they may be known for their whimsical drawings, the team at Bird Dog Bay is far from a one trick pony. In fact, some of our favorite ties in their collection are those that don’t feature a theme at all. This week’s Bowtie Friday pick is one of those ties, the Wooly Neat.
