Why You Bought It: When it comes to loafers, all roads lead through G.H. Bass. It’s been pumping out some of the most approachable styles since 1876. The brand’s penny loafers are a gateway drug for guys getting into the loafer life, but its Venetian loafers are a quiet killer in the lineup: timeless, and clean, with just enough character to make heads nod in approval.
What You Should Buy Next: One of our editors was also looking for an alternative to the ubiquitous penny loafer, so he opted for these Lemaire slippers, which feature feature a crepe sole and piped upper. They’re sure to turn heads in the best way possible.
The Summertime Sleep Staple: Rest Evercool Comforter
The Story: The Best Cooling Blankets to Stop Waking Up in a Pool of Sweat
Why You Bought It: There’s absolutely no contest: The Rest Evercool is the best cooling comforter on the market right now. The material is ultra-smooth, lightweight, and engineered to feel cold against the skin without ever feeling clammy. For the person who has to be under a blanket no matter the temperature, this is the blanket for them.
What You Should Buy Next: Hot sleepers are a dime a dozen, and we have all the best cooling sheets for them. Our favorite is this linen set from Cultiver, which is just absolutely airy and breathable for those particularly warm nights.
The Shorts of the Summer: Patagonia Stand Up Shorts
The Story: How Short (or Long) Should Your Shorts Be This Summer? 6 Menswear Experts Weigh In
Why You Bought It: The legs are about to be out soon, and Greg Okawachi, who runs the Los Angeles boutique Brother & Brother with Gary Indjian, recommended these Patagonia joints in lieu of the typical Baggies. These are a reissue of a pair of shorts the brand used to make, and now they’re available in five- and seven-inch inseams.
What You Should Buy Next: No matter how short or long you want your shorts to be, a bunch of cool people recommended their absolute favorite pairs of shorts so you can get your summer wardrobe in check ASAP.
The Go-Anywhere, Do-Anything Blazer: Buck Mason Shuttle Carry-On Jacket
The Story: Buck Mason’s $250 Travel Blazer Is So Good, I Wore It for a Week Straight
Why You Bought It: Our writer couldn’t get over how well Buck Mason’s blazer worked for basically every outfit, and it was enough to convince you that yes, you can wear a blazer casually.
What You Should Buy Next: For something a little more elevated, we love the Sid Mashburn Ghost blazer. It’s made of a lightweight English high-twist wool that feels like you’re wearing almost nothing, and the casual unlined silhouette feels more like a shirt than a stiff suit.
The T-Shirt: Merz B. Schwanen Classic T-Shirt
The Story: The T-Shirt The Bear Made Famous Has a Few New Cousins
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