Birthday weekend 🎉🎉🎉 I was down bad sick this week so we’re keeping it low key, but I’ve got one more swing around the sun in my 20s… Gotta make it count!

Anyway, let’s tap into today.

Collars & Co. Napoli Crew Neck Wool & Cashmere Sweater is knit from 90% wool and 10% cashmere, with a tonal ivory trim at the crew neck. The tailored fit runs true to size and layers neatly under a blazer. It is soft and warm without bulk, and it works with tailored trousers or denim. The sweater is dry clean only and is produced in limited quantities.

Collars & Co. Middleburg Quilted Field Jacket in Navy has a polyester shell and nylon lining, with fine-wale corduroy at the collar and cuffs. It has adjustable side snaps, dual flap pockets, and a full zip front with a snap storm placket. The quilting adds warmth and structure without bulk, and the fit runs true to size. Care is limited to spot cleaning or dry cleaning, which protects the collar trim.

Collars & Co. Naples Penny Loafer in Chocolate Brown Suede has a suede upper, a leather lining, and a leather sole. The classic penny strap and clean almond toe give it a sharp profile, and a padded insole adds comfort through the day. Shoes run large, so size down one size for a truer fit. The loafer pairs with tailored trousers or dressed-down denim.

Caruso Long Sleeve Polo in Burgundy Wool, Silk and Cashmere is knit from 70% wool, 20% silk, and 10% cashmere in a regular fit. It has a ribbed collar, hem, and cuffs, and the knit is finished at gauge 18. The fine knit works as an underlayer, and it layers well under a jacket or overshirt in winter. It is made in Italy.

Caruso Overshirt in Dark Brown 180s’ Wool is cut in an oversize fit from pure 180s’ wool with a soft tone-on-tone stripe. It has six genuine horn buttons, flap pockets on the chest, and side pockets set into the seam. The wool has a soft hand that feels nearly as plush as cashmere, and the piece is made in Italy. Care calls for dry cleaning only, with no tumble drying.

Duckworth Men’s Powder Quarter Zip is a 300 gsm fleece in a blend of 50% Montana Merino. The brushed inner face traps heat, and the quarter zip has a zippered kangaroo pocket up front with no side hand pockets. The cut runs narrow through the chest, so Duckworth recommends sizing up for a relaxed fit. It is made in the USA and should be cold-washed and dried flat.

Duckworth Men’s Vapor Long Sleeve Crew is a 150 gsm knit of 38% Montana Merino. Duckworth uses its AAA wool grade here, which gives the fabric a soft feel that does not itch, and it wicks sweat and resists odor. The fit is slightly athletic, so it works as a base layer under a jacket or on its own. It is made in the USA entirely.

All of this Nigel on the Outerlimits site is fully in Japanese, so I don’t have a write up on them. Fortunately, the pictures of these three pieces say more than my words ever could.

Fisherman Jacket in hemp cotton.

Military stretch sweatshirt

Faded parka with fasteners

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