Many thanks to reader Tim W. for sending in the Style Tip.
Want to raise some eyebrows? Walk into an Urban Outfitters in a three piece suit. It’s like a bizzaro version of some dude in roughed up clothes walking into a luxury store, only to be followed around because the sales associates suspect a shoplifter. Put on a suit, head into an Urban Outfitters, and all of a sudden you’re the man there ready to keep some people down. Some get all itchy looking. You’re a Real Housewife, they’re Holden Caulfield
But Urban Outfitters still carrys some solid goods at real reasonable prices. Examples follow. Free shipping kicks in at $50 and returns are free in-store.
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Merrell Wilderness Canyon Boot – $119.99 ($200)
Was under $100 during the Nordstrom after half-yearly-sale sale. But sizes got short quick. If you want more substance over style but still have something that’s not too freaky looking, then these are a good pick. Suggested over here by Mark in the comments.
Ben Sherman Onion Stitched Nylon Quilted Jacket – $79.99 ($149.00)
The Ben Sherman brand always has a decent markup on it, but during a sale like this it comes down to more reasonable territory. A lighter jacket for sure. Quilted, but with a rounder “onion” stitch. Corduroy at the collar. An alternative for those who don’t want a field type of jacket, and don’t want some puffy insulated thing either.
Spiewak A1 Jacket – $49.99 ($189)
See the red arrow? There’s a triangle reinforcement detail there if you look closely, just like on the other pocket. The tan version
Sebago by The Brothers Bray & Co. St. Croix Camp Moccasin – $79.99 ($125)
Upgraded moc from Sebago. Premium leather uppers. Black in color with classic corded laces and a contrasting brown sole. Boatshoes that you can pull off even in winter. Wear some wool boot socks with em’ around the house.
Rothco Canvas Duffle – $24.99 ($39)
No one will ever… ever accuse you of carrying a man purse. 18.25 x 9.75 x 10 If you really want something this plain, might be worthwhile to check your local Army/Navy surplus store.
Sperry Top Sider Flannel Boot – $99.99 ($140)
Not for everybody. And we’re running short on time to use em’. They won’t look or feel all that right come May, unless you’re living pretty close to the arctic circle (or, very much in the Southern Hemisphere.) Hand sewn.
Levi’s Military Jacket – $59.99 ($98)
Great brand and a good look. Speaking of looks, it holds more than a slight resemblance to this one over here. Description says it has a “tough woven poly shell” and it certainly looks like it could handle more than a windbreaker.
Hawkwings McGill Wingtip Boot – $54.99 ($78)
Still love mine. Some wear started showing pretty early at the toes, but… a) I was treating them like crap. And b) A little bit of Meltonian colored shoe creme fixed them right up. Also recently featured by GQ in a slideshow. Not sure if they know how cheap these things are. Available in the tan leaning cognac leaning orange (more on that next week…) black, and a brown suede for $40 that looks much less rich in person. Review of the leathers here.
Industrial Rolling Side Table – $99.99 ($169)
Most likely tougher looking online than it actually is. Costs an extra $10 to ship. Seems expensive, but furniture seems to be jumping in price these days. Much better looking than milk crates. Still too pricey? More on how to furnish your place for cheap over here.
No word on when this current Urban Outfitters sale ends…
I normally get cautious when “Military” is in a product name, but that jacket looks like a great find. I didn’t expect such a good selection from Urban Outfitters.
A good sale – I’ve bought a pair of the wingtipboots (as well as some other things to make the $30 freight cost worthwhile!), even though this is not the best weather for a pair of boots down here in Australia!
Sad that due to stupid laws, I can’t even visit their website.
So Jessy, you’re on “the list”? J/k
I’ve always been pleased with Urban Outfitters.. besides the overly “hipster” stuff, they really offer a lot of nice clothes and accessories in my opinion
Color me ignorant, but elaborate please?
“Due to the Charter of the French Language, we are unable to offer our website to the province of Quebec, at this time. Urban Outfitters continues to improve on its availability globally, and we will be investigating the addition of a bilingual site to accommodate our French-speaking customers”.
Those Sebagos look nice… I’d jump on them in a second if they were navy with the same red sole.
I like the A1 jacket but does anyone know if an XL will fit a 46″ chest? The size chart says XL goes up to 44 1/2.
Gotcha. I knew you were in Canada. Didn’t know you were in Quebec. I’ve heard nothing but good things about Quebec!
My thoughts exactly… Still have only found those Oak Street ones
Joe,
In terms of aging due to wear and tear on the HM Wingtip boots, what does it look like? Last time I checked the leather on the boots were alittle thin for a pair of boots. I didn’t know how much the leather could hold up. Also what color of Meltonian colored shoe creme did you purchase?
Any chance you can post up an update of how the boots look after some beating?
imo I think boots(unless for suiting) look better with alittle wear and tear.
It’s kind of crazy that you can’t even view the site just because they don’t have it available in French. WHAT KIND OF SICK COUNTRY DO YOU LIVE IN.
By can’t visit, to you mean you can’t visibly connect to the website or purchase from the website? Are you able to visit the Urban Outfitters website http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk ? Maybe you could use a proxy server…..
I meant to write ‘are you able to visit the Urban Outfitters site in the United Kingdom’ ?
Nevermind…. I read the comments further. Interesting, I learned something new about the ‘Charter of the French Language’ act
http://bit.ly/w97I95. That sucks
On the US/Canada website, I’m greeted by this lovely message : http://jdmd.me/j8L
I can visit the UK website, but can’t order from there (restricted to European countries).
I bought the Merrells durring the Nordtrom sale for $100 and have been pretty happy with them so far. I do a lot of “trekking” (read: not real hiking) around the lake, and dog park and wanted something with a classic look. If you are an avid hiker, there will be plenty to complain about, but as a stylish beater boot, they are hard to beat for the price.
I would recommend the Palladium Pampa (which was briefly mentioned on Dappered a while ago)
http://urbout.co/xSsUqS
It’s this great urban boot. It’s light and stylish, almost looks like a pair of Chucks, but it is made with thick canvas and this wonderful boot sole. It isn’t waterproof but I can assure, as a native of the Pacific Northwest, that you walk through all but the heaviest of rains and keep your feet dry.
They only have it in black but at $30, it’s a steal!
“Any chance you can post up an update of how the boots look after some beating?
imo I think boots(unless for suiting) look better with alittle wear and tear.”
ditto ed’s comment. would like to see some pics of the boots now (worn and stand alone) if possible 🙂
I’m on the fence on those wingtip boots, but it’s hard to resist.
I’d also like a recommendation on the creme. There are a lot of choices in the brownish family
Those Merrells look like the ones Randall Merrell used to make (he’s the guy that the money guys behind Merrell approached years ago). They started the company making boots very similar to those. If they’re still using those lasts they’re a great boot (and boot companies never throw away lasts).
Disclaimer – Randall taught me boot making about 19 years ago.
Just as a word of warning, the boat boots with flannel look very different on your feet. Not bad, just not what I was expecting at all. The Other sebagos look great!
Can someone please tell me how the Hawkings McGill Wingtip Boot fits? I am deciding between the 8 or the 9. I sometimes wear 8 and sometimes wear (it’s literally a toss-up, even shoes of the same brand i can be two different sizes in). I’m closer to a size 8, especially if there’s not any extra cushion or padding inside these shoes. Can someone help me?
@ Michael_Walters these Merrell Wilderness Canyon boots are a cheaper (in cost and quality) version of the classic Merrell Wilderness boot. They are still nice for trekking but I don’t think they would meet the expectations of a serious hiker.
Most of their products look good but arnt functional at all (ie. Jackets are thin, cheap, and not at all warm).
I don’t remember seeing red soles on any of the Oak Street shoes. McNairy for Bass made a real nice camp moc in navy. Bonobos has them for $120
http://www.bonobos.com/carlisle-navy-camp-moc
OSB has some suede Horween mocs with the red sole, new this season.