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With the first week of 2022 on the books, it may be time for a little reward. Particularly when said reward could be a desert boot/Chelsea boot/sneaker mash-up from Smock, an indigo-dyed Todd Snyder sweatshirt that pays homage to Japanese vintage stores or a pair of Japanese-made Warehouse & Co. jeans based on vintage American denim. Don’t think about it too much—just get into the good stuff below.
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Todd Snyder Indigo Crewneck Sweatshirt
Image Credit: Todd Snyder A highlight from a new capsule collection inspired by Harajuku’s vintage scene, this reverse weave crewneck is made from indigo-dyed cotton milled by a family-owned Japanese firm. You can see it now: an OCBD, ecru denim and canvas sneakers.
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Smock Suede High Desert Boot
Image Credit: Mohawk General Store Is this Japanese-made style a desert boot, Chelsea boot or sneaker? We’d argue all three, thanks to its elasticated side panels, suede upper and a natural crepe outsole with a skater-inspired shape.
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Brunello Cucinelli Hemp and Linen Down Vest
Image Credit: Luisa Via Roma Proving that there is such a thing as a “transitional down vest,” Brunello Cucinelli built this down-filled number from a lightweight blend of hemp and linen. A welted breast pocket provides that extra 10 percent of refinement.
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Bode Massachusetts Knit Sweater
Image Credit: Bode The Bay State and fashion aren’t exactly synonymous—except in the case of this quilty, jacquard-knit merino wool sweater from Bode that declares “MASSACHUSETTS” across its chest. Why? Why not?
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Jil Sander Mohair Wool and Silk-Blend Sweater
Image Credit: MyTheresa Sure, the silk-mohair blend used to knit this Jil Sander sweater is nice, but it’s what’s on the inside that really counts. In this case, a built-in cotton t-shirt that removes one more step from the layering process.
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Nanushka Men’s Hide Faux-Leather Puffer Jacket
Image Credit: Neiman Marcus The pleather puffer, formerly a pleasant alliteration, has become reality thanks to Nanushka. A pair of boxy front flap pockets break up its shape, ensuring you won’t be mistaken for a faux-leather Michelin Man.
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Warehouse & Co. Duck Digger Lot. 1001XX 13.5oz Jean
Image Credit: Clutch Cafe Yes, the name used for these 13.5oz Japanese jeans is quite a mouthful. Just know that they’re modeled after a vintage pair from 1947 and made from a blend of 100 percent cotton milled in Arizona, Tennessee and Texas.
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Adidas X Noah Turtleneck
Image Credit: Shopbop If The Royal Tenenbaums were remade today, we imagine Chas (and sons) would be rocking this striped-sleeve turtleneck made by adidas and Noah. Aside from being easy to pull on in the case of impending disaster, it will also sit nicely below a tweed jacket or a bomber.
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Coconut Residence Harlesden High Crewneck Shetland Wool Kennington
Image Credit: Coconut Residence This cricket-inspired Shetland from Coconut Residence is fully-fashioned, a knitting technique that eliminates seams—and waste. After knitting, each sweater is individually brushed to achieve that just-right fuzzy feel.
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J. Mueser Yellow Peccary Gloves
Image Credit: J. Mueser Yellow peccary gloves were once an essential part of the gentleman’s winter wardrobe. Judging by this pair produced by a fifth-generation Neapolitan glovemaker, we believe a revival is overdue.
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Sid Mashburn Ghost Blazer
Image Credit: Sid Mashburn Sid Mashburn has knocked the stuffing out of the blue blazer—quite literally—by reimagining it as the unlined, unconstructed, ultra-lightweight “Ghost Blazer” tailored from high-twist wool. A pair of unlacquered brass buttons ensure you can still get in through the club’s front doors.
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Ralph Lauren Purple Label Intarsia Turtleneck Cashmere Sweater
Image Credit: Nordstrom Nordic motifs and lofty Italian cashmere combine to produce this intarsia-knit turtleneck, which is the next best thing to wearable hot chocolate. Whether you’re snowed-in at a Swiss ski chalet or your apartment, match to shearling slippers and your softest pants.
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Harago Jamun Floral-Embroidered Linen-Blend Shirt
Image Credit: Matches Seasonal Affective Disorder can be treated by light therapy, or in rare instances, a cotton-linen shirt embroidered with oversized purple flowers and swirls. Please consult your doctor before making any decisions.
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Husbands Single-Breasted Tweed Jacket Beige Houndstooth
Image Credit: Husbands Husbands is enjoying tweed season just marvelously, thanks for asking. As a matter of fact, the French label has rolled out this beige houndstooth jacket with a fully canvassed construction and a single center vent. Add a chunky turtleneck and corduroy pants for some vintage Left Bank appeal.
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JW Anderson Embellished Leather Backless Loafers
Image Credit: Mr Porter Please, it’s not a slipper—it’s a backless loafer. Adding to the bold appeal is its chunky, gold-tone chain-link decoration that would make a bit loafer blush.
