The Obtainer - 11/17/23, Friday
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Friday, November 17th Edition
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You don’t need an excuse to buy more shoes, right? But you’re about to buy a whole lot of presents for your loved ones … so maybe treat yourself first. And if you’re not in the market for footwear, one of our favorite brands just opened up its first physical store in New York. Happy shopping.
- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf
The New Shoes on Our Radar
Is it time to re-evaluate the shoes in your closet? Maybe this list will help get you going in the right direction. There are so many great shoes dropping these days, we thought we would pull a few of our current favorites to showcase. From a pair of ’90s-inspired boots and sneakers to some off-road trail shoes, these are the shoes our team can’t stop talking about.
Our Picks
A popular HOKA design, the Anacapa Breeze is back and more breathable than ever. The slightly modified design features an ultra-ventilated upper and the same sharp focus on sustainability, thanks to the 100% recycled polyester mesh. Anatomical Achilles construction ensure a comfortable step whether you're hiking or just trucking across town. These are some weather-resistant leaf-kickers that look as good with your trail pants as they do with your regular weekend jeans.
$155 by HOKA
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Give the Gift of Ultimate Comfort
Maybe you’re shopping for your dad, who now takes relaxation to the next level. Or your brother, who refuses to get out of his performance wear, no matter the occasion. Perhaps you're looking to treat yourself, before a season of holiday travel. In any case, Flag & Anthem has what you're looking for. The brand makes clothes that prioritize comfort without sacrificing classic all-American style. Level up your layering game with insanely soft, super stretchy, performance flannels that look like a regular button-down, but feel as soft as a sweatshirt. Built for all-day comfort and maximum mobility, their quarter-snap pullovers look polished under a jacket, but are built to withstand a game of touch football in the backyard. And right now, you can get 25% off sitewide when you use code VALET25, so shop early and save.
Madeflex hero knit performance flannel in charcoal and cream, $69.50 / $52.13
Hero textured knit snap pullover in red heather, $69.50 / $52.13
Madeflex hero knit performance flannel in blue and navy, $69.50 / $52.13
Alloway quilted shirt jacket in charcoal heather, $89.50 / $67.13
Madeflex hero knit performance flannel in olive, $69.50 / $52.13
Madeflex hero knit performance flannel in navy, $69.50 / $52.13
Madeflex hero knit performance flannel in black and charcoal, $69.50 / $52.13
Hero textured knit snap pullover in oatmeal heather, $69.50 / $52.13
Checking in With …
Wythe
You'd be forgiven if you thought Wythe was a heritage brand. The label, founded by Peter Middleton, puts a stylish spin on perennial menswear icons, blending American sportswear with references from rugged Western wear and a bit of East Coast prep. The brand's emphasis on quality is what you really notice when you put on a Wythe piece. And now more people have that chance to sample the wares since the brand opened a pop-up shop in New York. The Wythe store, at 59 Orchard is open every day from 11 am to 7 pm, now through the end of the year. We hit up Peter to see how things are going in the world of brick and mortar.
What items are you guys most excited about in the shop for fall?
It's been exciting to launch new knitwear. All the knitwear is hand-knit in Peru with local yarns in natural tones. It's something that I love designing, and the finished product is fantastic.
Alpaca cowichan, $598 by Wythe
What’s the vibe of the customer these days?
The vibe of the customer is still pretty much the same, except now we can meet new customers who have never heard of the brand but are interested in the displays we have put in the windows or are intrigued by the signage.
Barleycorn tweed polo coat, $1,798 by Wythe
Current staff favorites?
The polo coat and the alpaca cotton horseshoe beanies—but still a little too warm in NYC for those, so most of our guys (myself included) are wearing the half-zip daily.
Barleycorn tweed polo coat, $1,798 by Wythe
How did the Huckberry collab come about?
Huckberry was one of our first stockists—and we've had a good relationship. Their buyer wanted to develop a collaboration and wanted to support Wythe by doing it.
Feathered lambskin ranch jacket, $998 by Wythe x Huckberry
In our first meeting, he asked me if there was anything I hadn't done or was too nervous to do because I didn't have the support, and immediately, I knew it was to venture into leather. I had been talking with an incredible factory in Hong Kong, but was still pretty nervous to commit because we hadn't sold any leather before. The team at Huckberry committed and entrusted the design process with us.
What was the inspiration behind the pop-up interiors?
With everything we are doing, I have wanted inspiration and history to be upfront and center. The store features were inspired a lot by the American Shaker's way of building and working. I loved the rhythm and colors they used in all their meeting houses. We tried the pegs in our office about a year ago and loved the function of it and knew it would be even better in a large-scale construction in the shop.
Why is now the ideal time to invite your customers to a physical storefront?
You keep reading that “retail is dead”, but as many people have corrected, it's actually “boring retail is dead”. Mike and I had dreamed of creating a physical environment for a while and luckily that gave us an incubation period to think of what that environment should look and feel like. We wanted to wait until we could do our best on our first physical pop-up space and ensure it wasn't just a bunch of painted walls with U-Line racks.
Drop to Watch For
Blackstock & Weber founder Chris Echevarria is debuting his clothing line Academy today at noon ET. The 27-piece collection is rooted in Ivy League aesthetics, military-inspired pieces, and tailoring. All garments are manufactured in New York City, working directly with mills from Japan, Italy and Great Britain. It's another step into the creative mind of Echevarria and a no-brainer pairing everything with his already infamous loafers.
Today at 12 pm ET at academynewyork.com
The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.
Our friends at WITTMORE are planning a generous Black Friday sale—we’re talking 30% off sitewide—and our readers are getting an exclusive early invite, just use this link.
$185 / $129.50 by Cuisse De Grenouile
This side table blends warm wood with marble and metal. The kiln-dried mango wood is sustainably sourced and the mid-century vibe adds a touch of sophistication to any living area.
$149 / $119.20by West Elm
These handmade glasses are crafted to concentrate and direct the liquor aromas toward the nose, and they come with a glass pipette, which facilitates the addition of water to the bourbon.
$45 / $30 (set of two)by Amehla Co.
Standing here and wishing for warmer weather.
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