Back to school vibes are in the air and, no matter how old we get, that means it’s time for a wardrobe refresh. The mood is decidedly more casual this fall, but there are plenty of options that’ll smarten up your attire without feeling stuffy. From a pitch-perfect relaxed blazer to a lighthearted take on a classic dress shirt, the week’s best new menswear arrivals are below.
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Camoshita United Arrows Mohair Work Jacket
Image Credit: The Rake Japanese store United Arrows has long been a menswear mecca, and its in-house Camoshita line never fails to delight. This jacket is autumn made manifest, from the fuzzy mohair-wool blend to the oversized plaid and rust color. It’s a real stunner.
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Ami ‘Ami de Coeur’ Denim Shirt
Image Credit: Ami This one shirt is an amalgam of several things we love: a denim shirt (obviously), a button-down collar and a raw selvedge jacket. The beauty of that mix is the versatility—wear it as you would a standard Oxford cloth button-down or, because of the weightier indigo-dyed denim, layer it atop a sweater or tee as a lightweight jacket. Any way you style it, you can’t go wrong.
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PT01 Straight Leg Trousers
Image Credit: FarFetch Turin-based PT01 reliably cuts some of the best trousers out there each season. This fall, their lineup includes this trim straight-legged silhouette with flattering single pleats and a slightly bolder take on a Prince of Wales check. A perfect match for all your autumnal knits.
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Smythson ‘Panama’ A5 Zip Writing Folder
Image Credit: Smythson Even if you aren’t heading back to a classroom, now is a good time to get your desk in order. If you build it, productivity will come. There are few more stylish ways to organize your notes than a Smythson portfolio—particularly in this new grained leather colored like the perfect trench coat. iNotes may be handy, but this is how the pros do it.
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Montblanc x (RED) Rollerball Pen
Image Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue Of course, you’ll need an equally attractive pen to pair with the aforementioned writing folder. On that front, Montblanc is top of the line. Rather than their most classic gold-rimmed fountain pens, might we suggest this striking red rollerball? Not only is it practical but the sleek body, designed by Marc Newson, will up the style quotient of your workspace even when it’s not in use.
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Comme des Garçons Pinstripe Cotton Shirt
Image Credit: Browns You may know Comme des Garçons for its avant-garde attire, but did you know it has a line of exceptionally well-made shirts? They do all the classics but CDG Shirt is at its best when there’s a hint of irreverence—like this button-up in a playful mix of stripes. Voila, your outfit just got a whole lot more interesting.
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Vintage Levi’s 501 Jeans
Image Credit: No Man Walks Alone As far as fashion goes, is there anything more perennially cool than a pair of Levi’s 501s? The new ones are perfectly nice but it’s really all about the old ones—back when they were made in the USA and dyed with real indigo. Tracking down a great pair can be a lengthy endeavor, but it’s made especially easy thanks to a partnership between No Man Walks Alone and Brooklyn vintage dealer Wooden Sleepers. This perfectly faded pair is a 32” waist, but there are a few other sizes available. But act fast—once they’re sold, you’ll be hunting on your own.
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Nike ‘Killshot OG Gorge Green’
Image Credit: Nike Nike recently re-released an authentic OG version of their most classic tennis shoe, the Killshot. It has all the retro gravitas you could want and the shades of cream, white and lawn green can pair with pretty much anything. If you weren’t able to nab a pair of the Prada x Adidas kicks, these are every bit as cool but—even better—low key.
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Sid Mashburn ‘Virgil No. 1’ Patch Pocket Jacket
Image Credit: Sid Mashburn During this in-between period—summer/fall, lockdown/normal life—a relaxed blazer is key. Sid Mashburn’s sack jacket doubles down on the versatility with a garment-dyed cotton twill that is inherently casual but has a substantial hand, giving this unconstructed jacket just enough structure. Truly, a jacket for our times.
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Paige ‘Stafford’ Trouser
Image Credit: Paige LA-based Paige’s roots are in denim—so you can trust they know how to cut pants for comfort. These trousers feature that laidback ease but with a whole lot more polish, thanks to a natty navy pinstripe fabric and welt pockets. If you spent lockdown avoiding proper trousers, consider these your ticket back to decorum.
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Lock & Co ‘Stratton’ Escorial Wool Fedora
Image Credit: Matches London’s Lock & Co has been elegantly shielding skulls since 1676. If Savile Row had a milliner, it’d be Lock. This fedora is the brand at its nattiest, featuring Spanish Escorial wool in a rich chocolate brown hue. It may be the single easiest way to take your outfit from ho-hum to debonair.
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Jimmy Choo x Timberland Boots
Image Credit: Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo recently teamed up with Timberland to give the classic Timbs work boot a luxe upgrade. They’re crafted by Choo, using velvety nubuck leather, and—because, why not?—a subtle dusting of gunmetal glitter. Glitter footwear can be a hard sell but when it looks like the scuffs of a well-worn shoe, we can get into it.
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Champion Tie-Dyed Hoodie
Image Credit: Mr Porter In case you hadn’t noticed, tie-dye is the newest neutral. The groovy print has been everywhere this summer. If you’ve been hesitant to embrace it, this hoodie is an ideal gateway: a subtle pattern of pale blue and white in a silhouette you can test drive on the couch.
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Heimat Wool Stripe Crewneck Sweater
Image Credit: The Armoury Sweater season is around the corner, are you prepared? German brand Heimat pays homage to the military knits of the 1940s with this virgin wool number in graphic stripes. It’s a cozy staple you’ll be reaching for every weekend ‘til spring.
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Kingsman + Cutler & Gross ‘Eggsy’ Glasses
Image Credit: Mr Porter The latest edition of Mr Porter’s Kingsman collection dropped this week and it’s the best one yet. There’s lots to love but we’re especially taken with these specs by Cutler & Gross—somewhere between a Wayfarer and Aviator with a hint of Michael Caine. What’s not to love?
