In the event that you haven’t eaten Indian food recently… let this be your sign to order butter chicken and garlic naan soon. Maybe even tonight.

I had that last night (my second time in a month), and it truly is just soul-healing food.

Anyway, let’s tap into today.

Is it too early to start this??? I’ve found myself excited about this category again. I think this is a better bellwether of spring than Punxsutawney Phil.

Dandy Del Mar Palamos Knit Polo Shirt – Cappuccino

The Palamos is a 100% cotton knit polo with a textured body, open fold-over placket, and ribbed trim at the collar, sleeves, and hem. The knit gives it more depth and weight than a standard polo, landing somewhere between a shirt and a light sweater. It comes in a warm brown tone that reads easy and sharp at the same time. This is one for the after-work drink or a weekend with no real plans.

Dandy Del Mar Sebastian Knit Polo Shirt – Shell

On sale from $199 down to $149. The Sebastian is tailored in Italy from 100% cotton with a knit pattern, ribbed collar, cuffs at the waist and sleeves, and a button-free front placket that sits open at the chest. The fabric has a rich, visual texture that makes plain tees feel boring by contrast. The kind of shirt that looks like you thought about it, even if you didn't.

Men: sweat sets are not just for the girls. Don’t let Alo and Lulu make you think a combo platter is not FTB. Look at what Pinebury is up to with completely Made-in-USA merino wool…

Pinebury Winter Wool Merino Wool Hoodie – Navy

Made in the USA from merino wool fleece, this hoodie has a brushed inner lining that traps heat and a smooth jersey face that blocks wind and resists wear. The fit is relaxed and a touch roomy, built to layer under a shell or wear on its own. Merino keeps odor down and dries fast, so it pulls double duty on trail days and couch days alike. Pinebury is a small Maine brand and the craft here is serious.

Pinebury Winter Wool Merino Wool Jogger – Navy

A matching pant to the hoodie above, cut from the same 220 gsm Nuyarn merino fleece and made in the USA. The jogger is relaxed through the hip with a tapered leg, a twill draw cord at the waist, and secure pockets. The merino keeps you warm and dry without the stuffy, sweat-trap feel of cotton sweats. Together with the hoodie, this is a full merino trail suit that can go from a cold morning hike to the grocery store and back without a change.

Nothing signals sophistication in the formal trouser department quite like a cord. I’ve always said the thicker the wale of a cord, the greater the wisdom of the wearer.

This brand is an OG of corduroy, making them since 1839. The Mecca of corduroy, if you will. And this second option — the horizontal cord — is some frontier-caliber sh*t you’re not getting on TikTok. Tap, dial and lock into Cordings.

Cordings York Cord Trousers – Chestnut

Cut from 16oz, 100% cotton 8-wale cord, the York trouser is Cordings' modern take with belt loops, a zip fly, and a flat front. The fabric has a softer, washed feel compared to their classic line, so it breaks in quicker while still carrying real weight. There's a matching jacket and waistcoat if you want the full country suit look. Also comes in olive and navy.

Cordings Fawn Cord Trousers – Horizontal

This is Cordings doing what almost nobody else is doing: running the cord wales sideways. After nearly 200 years of making cord trousers, they flipped the fabric and cut the ridges across the leg instead of up and down. The result is a look that catches the eye in a quiet way, with a flat front, side adjusters, and a clean shape that holds up to the change in grain. Also comes in brown, olive, and navy.

I absolutely love this pant…

So we’re calling vests “body warmers” now? If a brand is uncomfortable identifying as a manufacturer of PEVs, then get out of the game altogether… At this point we might as well call it an Ego Warmer too!

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