The Obtainer - 8/29/25, Friday

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The Obtainer

Friday,
August 29th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Sometimes the most interesting piece is old, sometimes it’s brand new. We’ve rounded up true vintage finds and modern vintage-inspired pieces that deliver the same timeless energy.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

What We’re Wearing

Vintage Edition

Sometimes the most interesting piece in your outfit isn't new, it's the one with a backstory. It's that threadbare band tee from your college days, the pair of jeans you've worn into the ground or the jacket you found buried in a thrift store rack that fits like it was tailored for you. Vintage clothing doesn't just add texture to your look, it gives it a soul, a sense of history that's impossible to replicate with something fresh from the mall.

Of course, great vintage isn't always easy to track down. Your size might be elusive, your dream piece might be in tatters or the search could take weeks (hell, maybe even months). That's where a few well-chosen “vintage inspired” pieces can come in clutch. These modern pieces are designed with retro cuts, faded washes and heritage details that capture the spirit without requiring the hunt. Whether it's an old-school graphic tee fresh from the factory or sneakers made to look like they've been pulled from the archives, these can slide right into your rotation alongside genuine vintage finds for a look that's equal parts timeless and effortless.

Your Vintage Fit

Clockwise, from top left:

Vintage leather belt,
$42 at Etsy

Vintage L.L.Bean rugby shirt,
$145 at Wooden Sleepers

'90s Tommy Hilfiger cap,
$35 at Goodform

Cropped graphic T-shirt,
$45 by Abercrombie & Fitch

Polo Sport jacket,
$50 / $39 at Depop

Vintage HOFF sunglasses,
$22 at Giant Vintage

550 sneaker,
$110 by New Balance

Vintage 505 jean,
$36 by Levi's Secondhand

 

Partner

Huckberry’s Labor Day Sale
Is Stacked With Deals

U.S.-Made vintage wash sweatshirt, on sale for $87.55 by Trumbull

Huckberry is making it easy to upgrade your closet, gear up for fall adventures or finally snag that wishlist item you've been eyeing. For Labor Day, they're taking an extra 15% off all sale items—and we're talking already-marked-down goods here—through the end of the long holiday weekend. That means you can score deep discounts on everything from tailored outerwear and versatile footwear to outdoor-ready gear and wardrobe staples. But as always, popular sizes and colors move fast, so don't wait until Monday night to check out. This is your chance to save big while summer's still in full swing and set yourself up with gear you'll love all year long.

 
 

Seersucker blazer,
$228 / $125.80 by Flint and Tinder

 

365 Chino short,
$68 / $48.45 by Flint and Tinder

 
 

Drift mule,
$125 / $90.10 by LUCA

 
 

Arizona EVA sandal,
$50 / $38.25 by Birkenstock

 

Canby nylon tote,
$85 / $43.35 by Carhartt WIP

 

Shop the Huckberry
Labor Day Weekend sale
»

Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

This best-selling, retro-vibe knit polo has a great texture and can easily be worn now and well into fall as the temperature dips. Grab it while it’s marked down.

$119 / $83.30
by Bonobos

 

Kiehl’s is offering 25% off sitewide right now, so get this cult-favorite eye cream that’s proven to hydrate skin, soften fine lines and brighten darkness.

$62 / $46.50
by Kiehl’s

 

Away’s most popular suitcase is now on sale. You know it, you love it—the easy rolling wheels, signature interior compression system and integrated laundry bag.

$345 / $311
by Away

 

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See all 28 sales »

 
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U.S.-Made vintage wash sweatshirt, on sale for $87.55 by Trumbull