This post is part of an effort to diversify my content, and not only have pictures of the clothes I’m wearing. I don’t want to fall into the trap of reblogging products that have already been widely circulated around #menswear—especially if they’re prohibitively priced for the majority of us who will probably never be able to afford a kit by the likes of Kiton, Isaia, RLPL, Brioni, Belvest, John Lobb, St. Crsipin, etc. I love looking at well-turned out and stylish dudes as much as the next guy, but I can only take so much of someone wearing an outfit that literally costs more than my car, monthly rent, and total bills and expenses combined. As far as I’m concerned, if someone spends between $5-8K on a single outfit, they’d better look amazing!
While I understand the inherently aspirational nature of #menswear, a dose of pragmatism can, I hope, be of some use as well. I’m going to try to post some links to deals I’ve come across on the interweb or in stores, and pass them along to you should you be interested in acquiring clothes that I myself would love to own, and at price points I would consider fair. I apologize in advance if this is presumptuous…But my hope is that there are enough of you out there now who like the way that I dress, and would enjoy being led towards some deals for the same or similar items.
These won’t be thrifted items though, mostly just things that have gone on deep enough sale that I would consider buying them. I will, from time to time, also post some things that I hope some of you may find affordable, but that for whatever reasons don’t fall within my budget at the moment. Like these amazing striped Pantherella socks on Sierra Trading Post. With a coupon code, you could probably get these for about $10 a pop. A deal to be sure, but I usually try to spend less than $5 on socks. Such may not be the case for you.
The original reason for this post was to share a sale going on right now at Brooks Brothers (it’s been on for some time, and may end soon). I felt compelled to write this post because I’m currently sitting in my apartment awaiting the FedEx delivery of two pairs of Brooks Brothers Slim Fit 5-Pocket Garment Dyed Stretch Chinos. If you use the code “reg1x” you can get an additional $10 off an order of $50 or more, and the pants are ~$35, which is about as cheap as they usually get. My understanding is that there are many covetable items on sale right now on the BB website, so reaching $50 shouldn’t be too tough.
I own a pair of these pants in a light grey, and they’re a great staple. Casual enough to be worn as a jean, and can do the work of being dressed up with a nice sport coat. See top photo of me wearing a pair in the latter configuration.
