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Textured. @e_haberdasher Benjamin Blue Label sport coat, @landsend brushed twill shirt, @jcrew Wallace & Barnes sweater. By the way, today’s the last day to put in pre-orders for the current run of Benjamin made-to-order “Bella Spalla” jackets, made in Napoli. They’ll feature half-canvas construction and 9cm lapels like the jacket I’m wearing, and a lower button stance (an improvement, if you ask me). Fabric options start at just $160 up front, including a pretty awesome Zegna windowpane originally woven for Cucinelli (a second, comparable payment is due when the jackets ship in 2 months). Visit www.ehaberdasher.com for details, or check out their @styleforum affiliate thread.

Textured.

@e_haberdasher Benjamin Blue Label sport coat, @landsend brushed twill shirt, @jcrew Wallace & Barnes sweater.

By the way, today’s the last day to put in pre-orders for the current run of Benjamin made-to-order “Bella Spalla” jackets, made in Napoli. They’ll feature half-canvas construction and 9cm lapels like the jacket I’m wearing, and a lower button stance (an improvement, if you ask me). Fabric options start at just $160 up front, including a pretty awesome Zegna windowpane originally woven for Cucinelli (a second, comparable payment is due when the jackets ship in 2 months). Visit www.ehaberdasher.com for details, or check out their @styleforum affiliate thread.

Comfy old-man style today. Wool-cashmere jacket by @carusomenswear, OCBD by Orian, merino sweater by @clubmonaco, flannel trousers by @rotapantaloni.

Comfy old-man style today.

Wool-cashmere jacket by @carusomenswear, OCBD by Orian, merino sweater by @clubmonaco, flannel trousers by @rotapantaloni.

Anglo-Italian. @dimaestro_official sport jacket in @loropianaofficial “Dream Tweed.” It’s pretty much what you’d expect from an Italian take on the classic British fabric: a countryside houndstooth rendered in S120’s wool, with a slight sheen and a soft, smooth hand. Also pictured: @clubmonaco utility jacket, @luigiborrellinapoli shirt, @drakesdiary tie, @rotapantaloni trousers, @brooksbrothers shell cordovan boots by @crockettandjones_official.

Anglo-Italian.

@dimaestro_official sport jacket in @loropianaofficial “Dream Tweed.” It’s pretty much what you’d expect from an Italian take on the classic British fabric: a countryside houndstooth rendered in S120’s wool, with a slight sheen and a soft, smooth hand.

Also pictured: @clubmonaco utility jacket, @luigiborrellinapoli shirt, @drakesdiary tie, @rotapantaloni trousers, @brooksbrothers shell cordovan boots by @crockettandjones_official.

Morning after the rain, first day out with Dainite-soled McAllisters, courtesy of @allenedmonds. My first pair of closed-laced wingtips; expect them to be quite versatile.

Morning after the rain, first day out with Dainite-soled McAllisters, courtesy of @allenedmonds. My first pair of closed-laced wingtips; expect them to be quite versatile.

Slim Mid-Grey Wool Flannel Trousers under $100Left: Banana Republic Modern Slim Gray Flannel Dress Pant98% wool, 2% spandex. Ships free. $60.50, from $120.Right: H&M Slim Italian Wool Flannel Pants100% Italian wool flannel. Use promo codes 3229 and 3247 for free shipping and 40% off. $35.99, from $59.99.I had a commenter whine that my posts last year about affordable mid-grey flannel trousers (here and here) were of “little value” since there’s “no date” on the post … even though there is. I’m not normally one to feed trolls, but here’s a 2015 update for all of you who responded positively to those posts.As I noted last year, mid-grey flannel trousers are often cited as versatile wardrobe essentials for fall and winter, but they’re often hard to find in a store near you, especiallyunder $150,in a slim fit,in an all-wool or mostly wool fabric.Surprisingly, the two choices I’m featuring are both frequently under $100 and are likely available to try on in a mall in your area.Most of the options from last year either didn’t return for 2015 or are out of stock. One that did is Banana Republic’s modern slim grey flannel wool pant. I picked up a pair in charcoal myself and liked the fabric and fit, though I’ve since lost weight and won’t be wearing them this year without some alterations first. Note that the flannel is 98% wool, 2% spandex.The more surprising option comes from H&M. Made from 100% Italian wool, it features heel guards (a strip of material inside the cuff to prevent wear) and double back flap pockets, a detail #menswear briefly swooned over a few years ago. While I don’t expect great quality with a retail price of $59.99, I’m still flabbergasted that these are just $35.99 shipped free with stacked promo codes 3229 and 3247. The codes may not be honored in-store and expire this Sunday, December 6th, 2015 (there, a specific date … happy?).

Slim Mid-Grey Wool Flannel Trousers under $100

Left: Banana Republic Modern Slim Gray Flannel Dress Pant
98% wool, 2% spandex. Ships free. $60.50, from $120.

Right: H&M Slim Italian Wool Flannel Pants
100% Italian wool flannel. Use promo codes 3229 and 3247 for free shipping and 40% off. $35.99, from $59.99.

I had a commenter whine that my posts last year about affordable mid-grey flannel trousers (here and here) were of “little value” since there’s “no date” on the post … even though there is. I’m not normally one to feed trolls, but here’s a 2015 update for all of you who responded positively to those posts.

As I noted last year, mid-grey flannel trousers are often cited as versatile wardrobe essentials for fall and winter, but they’re often hard to find in a store near you, especially

  • under $150,
  • in a slim fit,
  • in an all-wool or mostly wool fabric.

Surprisingly, the two choices I’m featuring are both frequently under $100 and are likely available to try on in a mall in your area.

Most of the options from last year either didn’t return for 2015 or are out of stock. One that did is Banana Republic’s modern slim grey flannel wool pant. I picked up a pair in charcoal myself and liked the fabric and fit, though I’ve since lost weight and won’t be wearing them this year without some alterations first. Note that the flannel is 98% wool, 2% spandex.

The more surprising option comes from H&M. Made from 100% Italian wool, it features heel guards (a strip of material inside the cuff to prevent wear) and double back flap pockets, a detail #menswear briefly swooned over a few years ago. While I don’t expect great quality with a retail price of $59.99, I’m still flabbergasted that these are just $35.99 shipped free with stacked promo codes 3229 and 3247. The codes may not be honored in-store and expire this Sunday, December 6th, 2015 (there, a specific date … happy?).

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Lands’ End Tailored Fit Coats

$124.50 to $199.50 (regularly $249 to $399) today only with promo code CYBER30 (PIN 3101).

A friend asked yesterday if I could recommend an affordable winter coat in the brown spectrum that she could gift to her boyfriend, and I was reminded of a double-breasted camel overcoat at Lands’ End.

It’s one of a trio of new tailored fit coats introduced by the brand this fall. I’ve heard from one of their men’s designers that they’re especially excited about these coats this season, and it shows: Lands’ End features them prominently in their refreshed branding.

Navy Peak Lapel Tailored Fit  Topcoat
$124.50. Wool-blend in sizes 38 to 44.

Camel Double-Breasted Tailored Fit  Overcoat
$149.50. Wool-blend, available in sizes S to XXL.

Abraham Moon Brown Tweed Peak Lapel Topcoat
$199.50. 100% wool in sizes 38 to 44.

To see all of Lands’ End’s men’s tailored fit winter coats, click here.

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Allen Edmonds “Rediscover America” Giveaway ResultsWow.Over a hundred of you entered the This Fits x Allen Edmonds “Rediscover America” Giveaway two weeks ago, and many of you took the time to write far more than I asked. I enjoyed reading all the entries and corresponding with a few of you. Thank you, everyone.That said, I only had one pair of shoes to give away, and the winner was randomly selected from all entries. So congratulations to Dylan R. in Chicago, who chose a pair of Strands in Bourbon calf. Great choice.Thanks to Allen Edmonds for sponsoring the giveaway, and thanks again to everyone for participating.

Allen Edmonds “Rediscover America” Giveaway Results

Wow.

Over a hundred of you entered the This Fits x Allen Edmonds “Rediscover America” Giveaway two weeks ago, and many of you took the time to write far more than I asked. I enjoyed reading all the entries and corresponding with a few of you. Thank you, everyone.

That said, I only had one pair of shoes to give away, and the winner was randomly selected from all entries. So congratulations to Dylan R. in Chicago, who chose a pair of Strands in Bourbon calf. Great choice.

Thanks to Allen Edmonds for sponsoring the giveaway, and thanks again to everyone for participating.