Maison Margiela, New Balance, Polo Ralph Lauren, Canali , Rhone

EDITOR’S NOTE

We made it 🥹 Happy Friday, everybody!

Anyway, let’s tap into today.

LUXURY
Tabi Loafers

Maison Margiela's Tabi loafers are one of a kind in luxury footwear. These leather slip-ons feature Martin's iconic split-toe design, inspired by 15th century Japanese socks. The chunky lug sole adds a modern edge, and one white stitch at the back is a nod to Margiela's signature detail. These avant-garde shoes are not for just anyone, and I place them in the realm of Belgian shoes in terms of their supremely IYKYK cachet among “fashion people”.

WORKWEAR
Thicque Walking Shoes

I’m sure the technology has been around for a while, but I’m only one to two years into having a pair of sneakers with comically thick, cushioned outsoles and I am in love. These New Balance Fuelcell Rebel V4’s fit the mold. Once you run an errand or go for a walk in a shoe with a sole so thick, you can’t fathom going back to a pair of pancake-flat Nike's or Adidas. The best part here is that this category of sneakers is not going to break the bank. You can get extremely thick outsoles for less than $150 easily. Tap in.

STREETWEAR
Innovation that Excites

eBay being better than Grailed exhibit 413-A: a Polo Ralph Lauren Hi Tech zipper five panel cap. Oftentimes, when skating in the city, all you need is your key and maybe one card or some cash. But putting a lumpy wallet or keychain in your pocket makes pumping way less flowy and reminds me that I have material obligations in this life. This cap solves the problem elegantly by letting you store goods on your dome. Add in the sun protection and this find from Japan is a colossal W.

FORMAL WEAR
Leather-trim Duffel

Canali's new melange duffel bag is a classic of a release from their 90th Anniversary capsule. This wool bag features leather trim and rolled top handles, blending Italian luxury with genuine function. The spacious design, measuring 15 x 22 x 13, offers more than enough space to make this your weekender. With its zip-top closure and elegant gray color, this duffel is never going out of style. Buy quality and you won’t buy another weekend again!

OFFICE WEAR
Rhone Crewneck Sweater

I know Rhone to be in the Lulu luxe categories of activewear, so to see that they’ve expanded their catalog into nice casual wear is wonderful. This Dubliner Crewneck sweater is a merino and nylon mix (they’ve got room for improvement on materials) with ribbed cuffing and enforced collar. It comes in two other colors and is priced accurately. I’m excited to see what else these guys do now that they’re evolving.

ONE LAST THING….
Top Golf’s Saudi Expansion

This has absolutely nothing to do with menswear, but it was the funniest headline I read all day. Really exciting stuff from Top Golf. Next time you’re in Riyadh for business or going on a Hajj pilgrimage, make sure to check if there’s a TG location nearby!

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