The Obtainer - 9/12/25, Friday

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The Obtainer

Friday,
September 12th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Early fall’s tricky, but this uniform makes transitional dressing effortless.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

What We’re Wearing

Transitional Weather

There’s a moment as we hit mid-September when you step outside in the morning and realize the air has finally shifted. The humidity is easing up, the light feels softer, and suddenly your summer uniform doesn't cut it anymore. Early fall is tricky—it's not quite sweater weather, but shorts feel a little too optimistic. The key is layering strategically with pieces that can handle both ends of the thermometer in a single day.

Think about versatility: a breathable jacket that works over a tee or a lightweight henley, pants that are soft and relaxed but don't feel summery, and shoes that can handle a damp sidewalk without looking too heavy. You want an outfit that looks sharp, feels effortless and adapts to cooler evenings just as easily as it does to warmer afternoons. Here's a lineup of smart picks that, together, give you a foolproof early fall uniform.

Your Early Fall Fit

Clockwise, from top left:

Lightweight henley,
$148 by Todd Snyder

Boiled wool chore jacket,
$238 by Flint and Tinder

Canvas cap,
$59.50 by J.Crew

Loose corduroy pant,
$98 by Banana Republic

Merino socks,
$40 by Merz b. Schwanen

Suede desert boot,
$250 by Astorflex

Washed denim tote,
$44.99 by H&M

 

Making the Case for …

A Great
(But Affordable) Candle

If lighting an expensive candle makes you feel like literally setting money on fire, I've got the ideal candle that provides a vibe and scent for your place without costing too much. P.F. Candle Co.'s amber jars are simple, the typewriter labels are classic, and the scents smell much more expensive than they are. Hand-poured in California and made with 100% soy wax, they offer an impressive 50-hour burn time.

 
 

The Teakwood and Tobacco candle opens with vibrant top notes of orange and leather, leading into a spicy, smoky core infused with black tea, pepper and tobacco leaf. Deep base tones of sandalwood, teak, patchouli, amber and a touch of musk round it out, giving warmth and complexity without overwhelming the senses. All for just 24 bucks.

 

$24 by P.F. Candle Co.

 
Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Finally, a technical T-shirt that feels like your favorite, worn-in cotton shirt, thanks to the revolutionary CoolSoft fabric.

$58 / $49
by Wellen

 

Heritage running shoe by New Balance, the 740 sneaker is a fresh take on a classic style with added modern comfort.

$110 / $79.99
by New Balance

 

This vintage-inspired polo is made from a lightweight silk-cotton yarn for a soft, easy-to-wear finish. And now it’s half off.

$248 / $124
by Todd Snyder

 

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