It’s official: fall has arrived. Along with it, many of the season’s key pieces have landed at stores online and IRL. This week’s best newcomers hit on several of the biggest trends: corduroy in anything and everything, trad plaids, high style workwear, deconstructed blazer alternatives. These aren’t so much “trends” as the strategic pieces to invest for looking fresh this fall. Without further ado, here are our picks.
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Aspesi Embroidered Cotton-Chambray Shirt
Image Credit: Mr Porter This week, Mr Porter launched a blockbuster capsule collection that is a masterclass in Italian style. It includes over 250 pieces from 25 of il bel paese’s premier brands. One standout is Aspesi’s artful riff on a chambray work shirt, embroidered with fluro orange trim. A singular off-duty shirt.
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Valextra Pebble Grain Leather Cardholder
Image Credit: Mr Porter Another find from the collection: this graphic pebbled leather cardholder. Small leather accessories often get outshined by sexier shoes and bags but this beauty, with its verdant hue and hand-painted edges, is a wallet worth getting excited about.
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Caruso Corduroy Workwear Jacket
Image Credit: MyTheresa We love chore coats of all stripes, but Caruso’s is a particularly lovely rendition. The deep midnight blue corduroy offers wonderful texture and the slightest velvety sheen while silver rivet buttons keep it casually cool. With a pale blue shirt and gray flannel trousers, it’s a smart-casual home run.
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E. Tautz Slim-Fit Jeans
Image Credit: Matches E. Tautz is the ready-to-wear little brother of Savile Row elder statesman Norton & Sons—expect expert tailoring applied to more laidback, everyday attire. These jeans are not only cut with a flattering, straight-leg fit but they feature unique cream-colored denim. They’re an elegant alternative to blue jeans that’ll pair well with fall’s chunky knits and boots.
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Paul Smith Suede Chelsea Boots
Image Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue Speaking of boots, now is prime time to sport a pair in buttery suede—take advantage before winter’s inclement weather is in full swing. Paul Smith’s classic Chelsea silhouette features a sleek almond toe, leather soles and monochrome elastics for a clean, minimalist look. Wear them with everything from selvedge denim to suits.
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Éditions M.R. Checked Mac Coat
Image Credit: MyTheresa This coat has oodles of vintage charm but, coincidentally, hits on two big trends for fall: raglan coats and old-school plaids. You likely have a few solid, neutral coats in your cold-weather wardrobe. This season, a classic checked option is the one to buy.
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Stenströms Striped Denim Shirt
Image Credit: The Rake A great casual denim shirt is a must for any man’s closet. A more elusive find is the rare smart denim shirt, seen here. With its cutaway collar, notched cuffs, mother-of-pearl buttons and natty pinstripes, this shirt can go seamlessly from chinos to a navy suit without missing a beat.
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Stepney Workers Club ‘Dellow’ Corduroy Sneakers
Image Credit: Matches As we’ve established, corduroy is having a renaissance. If that Caruso chore coat isn’t for you, these kicks can give you your corduroy fix. We love the wide-wale textile’s warm cream color and the subtly retro silhouette with high-foxing tape around the edges.
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Drake’s Nylon & Wool Tweed Reversible Vest
Image Credit: Drake's While it’s not quite cold enough to start wearing proper coats yet (though it’s a smart time to shop for them), a stylish vest is an ideal insulator for these in-between temps. The beauty of this version from Drake’s is that it offers two-in-one: a punchy plaid on one side, for when you’re feeling a bit bold, and a classic quilted navy nylon on the other, for when you just want to look polished and keep warm.
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Lock & Co. ‘Wick’ Cashmere Beanie
Image Credit: Lock & Co. Esteemed British milliner Lock & Co. has created what may be the perfect cold-weather cap: a chunky, ribbed cashmere beanie in irreverent highlighter hues. They’re just the thing for adding a jaunty accent to the season’s muted palette.
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Casablanca ‘Fleur De L’Oranger’ Sweater
Image Credit: The Webster Just because it’s sweater weather doesn’t mean you can’t keep the dream of balmy summer days alive. That’s precisely what Casablanca’s playful cashmere sweater does, by way of its intarsia knit orange blossom graphic. The colors will play beautifully with tans and navy blues for weekend wear.
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Portuguese Flannel Heavy Cotton ‘Working’ Blazer
Image Credit: East Dane Given the state of the world (and work) this fall, versatility is the name of the game. Portuguese Flannel’s jacket combines a sturdy cotton flannel with a workwear-inspired silhouette for a layering piece that will look smart whether you’re working from home, at the office or anywhere in between.
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Fear of God Exclusively For Ermenegildo Zegna Suede Loafers
Image Credit: Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna’s exclusive collaboration with Fear of God, which just dropped yesterday, is one of the most exciting new releases of the season. The clothes are fantastic but we’re particularly smitten with these shoes. They marry the sleek sole of FOG’s cultish sneakers with a buttery suede driving moc upper. It’s a hybrid that’s ideally suited to the laidback yet elevated dress code of the moment.
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Garbstore ‘Storage’ Pant
Image Credit: Couverture & The Garbstore London’s Couverture & The Garbstore is an insider favorite for menswear that toes the line between streetwear ease and tailored propriety. These pants from their in-house brand are a prime example: they’re crafted from a tweedy Japanese fabric with the multi-pocketed silhouette of carpenter’s jeans. Best of all, the roomy cut and soft fabric guarantee all the comfort of sweats with a whole lot more style.
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Berg & Berg Suede Belt
Image Credit: Berg & Berg A truly great belt is an indispensable styling tool, and one that is surprisingly hard to get right. Swedish brand Berg & Berg hit the mark with 2.5cm wide black suede and a pleasingly chunky brushed metal buckle. Just like that, your favorite jeans and tee are a quietly sophisticated outfit.
