The Obtainer - 10/10/25, Friday

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The Obtainer

Friday,
October 10th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

The October edition of '20 Under $20' has arrived … time to shop smart and spend less. Enjoy your long weekend—we'll be back here on Wednesday.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

20 Under $20

It’s no surprise to anyone that costs for everyday goods remain higher than we're comfortable with. But that doesn't mean there aren't good bargains to be found. You just have to know where to look. Thankfully, you've come to the right place. For our October edition of '20 Under $20', we've unearthed a wide variety of goods, that can all be purchased with that Andrew Jackson in your wallet. And just because they don't cost much doesn't mean they're cheap.

Our Picks

Knit vest,
$39.90 / $19.90 by UNIQLO

 

Retinal 0.2% emulsion,
$14.90 by The Ordinary

 

Retro cotton-poly sweatpant,
$20.99 / $17.81 by Gildan

 

Adjustable packing cube,
$15 by Peak Design

 

Black truffle chili crunch,
$20 / $15 by Momofuku

 

Striped rugby shirt,
$80 / $19.99 by Umbro

Partner

Huckberry Wants to Fund Your “Dream Year”

Huckberry is no stranger to fueling adventure, but their latest giveaway is a whole new level. Dubbed The Dream Year, it's designed to give one lucky winner the chance to hit the reset button and reimagine what life could look like, with Huckberry footing the bill. The prize? Up to $125,000 in funding and a new wardrobe, plus exclusive access to Huckberry's deep network of creators, explorers and entrepreneurs. That's not just free cash; it's a launchpad.

The idea is pretty straightforward: Maybe you've been itching to travel the world, or finally start that company you've been sketching out in the margins of your notebook. Maybe you've got a side hustle with the potential to become something bigger, but you just need the time and breathing room to see it through. The Dream Year is about making those “what ifs” real.

Honestly, this one hits home for me and the Valet. team. It reminds me of when I and my co-founder relocated to Tokyo to launch Bandana, our Japan-focused newsletter. This time abroad wasn't merely a change of scenery, it was a creative reset that shifted my perspective and reshaped my work. That's exactly the kind of transformation Huckberry is trying to spark here.

Enter the The Dream Year giveaway »

Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

J.Crew beefed up its chore jacket, cutting it from a durable 100% cotton moleskin that's specially brushed for a soft, suede-like feel.

$238 / $166.50
by J.Crew

 

The adidas Gazelle is a throwback sneaker that blends archival simplicity with a bold modern colorway that you can wear in multiple ways.

$135 / $88
by adidas

 

These pleated trouser pants by Standard Cloth are slightly cropped for the perfect length to sit right on top of your shoes.

$59 / $23.99
by Standard Cloth

 

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Worth a Read

The best stories from around the web.

 

As what would have been the trumpeter’s 100th birthday approaches, here’s how Davis’s fashion transformed throughout the years—plus looks from the men’s fall runways.”

 

Look Inside Miles Davis’s Iconic Wardrobe

 

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The Wall Street Journal
 

Mike Posner is about to take on the Continental Divide Trail—3,100 miles of rugged peaks and punishing miles.”

 

Everything Mike Posner Packed for His 3,100 Mile Hike Across America

 

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Huckberry
 

The operation works its magic by updating the car inside and out with more power, premium finishes and modern conveniences.”

 

A Leading Land Rover Custom Builder Is Bringing Its Talents to the Porsche 911

 

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