By Nick Grant
Enough is enough. You’ve suffered a lifetime’s worth of mediocre sweats. It’s time to step it up with the Best Made Co. Standard Sweatshirt. That red X on the chest symbolizes quality Canadian craftsmanship. It symbolizes heavy-weight, 16 oz. grey cotton terry fabric. It symbolizes raglan sleeves with gusseted armholes for optimum movement. And, it symbolizes a crazy-affordable price. Think of it as a Scarlet Letter… of SWAG. Read More
For as long as there’s been a NorthernGRADE, I’ve been a fan of it. Launched back in 2010 by Pierrepont Hicks and J.W. Hulme, the Minnesota-based event has grown from an intimate gathering of American-made-o-philes to a full-on menswear mecca. And now, it’s coming to Chicago. I’ve had the great privilege and pleasure of working directly with PPH to co-produce the Chicago premiere of the pop-up, and if I do say so myself, it’s shaping up to be quite an event.
By Nick Grant
If there’s one thing we could all use a little more of in our wardrobe, it’s pizzazz. And these Pocket Sweatshirts from Tantum LA are a great way to get it. Made in the USA from 100% organic cotton, and featuring vibrant navajo and animal print pockets, the sweats are perfect for those days when a plain old crew just won’t do. Read More
A round-up of Fall-friendly henleys that can be worn under, over or on their own.
By Nick Grant
When I think of Canada, I think of funny looking bacon, hilarious vowel pronunciations and killer sweatshirts. These Raglan Sweaters from Muttonhead fall into the latter category, in case you weren’t sure. Made in Toronto from an ultra-soft poly/cotton blend, and featuring raglan sleeves and a v-insert at the neck, the sweaters combine good looks and extreme comfort for one hell of a Fall staple. Read More
By Nick Grant
People synonymous with cardigans: Grandpa Jack. Mr. Rogers. Your sophomore history class teacher. Thankfully, Reigning Champ made sure to steer clear of all those folks when putting together their amazing Herringbone Cardigan. Read More
I was going to make Hickoree’s Summer Sale this week’s Friday Find, but then I realized there wouldn’t be anything left by then, so you’re getting the heads-up today. Don’t say I never did anything for ya. Tons of brands, plenty of sizes, and markdowns as high as 70%. Looks like the weekend’s come early. Read More
And the fourth and final Independence Day sale of note is Left Field NYC’s Fireworks Sale. Use code FIREWORKS15 to get 15% anything in the label’s online store, including some already deeply discounted items from past seasons. Code is valid until Thursday, July 5th. Read More
Like logos? Then these sweatshirts are for you. Hate logos? Then these sweatshirts are for you. Say what! The Canadian-made Reversible ‘Circle’ Sweatshirts from Reigning Champ feature a digitally-printed RC graphic on one side and nothing on the other, so you can choose whether or not you show the logo. Read More
At some point in the very near future, some designer (probably Japanese) is gonna slap their label on one of these things and sell it for $300. So, Here’s your chance to grab one early, and for a mere $22. Recycled acrylic / cotton blend. Fair Trade made in Mexico. And as beachy as a swim trunk pocket full of sand. Read More
The good folks at Archival Clothing have just added a sizable selection of deeply discounted one-offs, samples and discontinued items to their online store. Included in the mix are US-made rucksacks, field bags, scarves, tees and more. Additionally, the brand is offering an extra 10% off storewide to all Well Spent readers with code WELLSPENT (can be applied to both full price and discounted products). Read More
What’s good about the Long Sleeve Hooded Sweatshirts from Goodwear? Well, they’re made in the USA from a medium-weight 80% cotton – 20% poly fleece. They’ve got a handful of handsome design details, like raglan sleeves, side panels and natural cotton drawstrings. They’re available in five colors. And, they only cost $50. Goodwear? More like Greatwear. Sorry. Read More
The Ombre Cardigans from Farm Tactics are handmade in California from 100% cotton French Terry. After being assembled, each cardigan is individually dip-dyed, giving it a unique, gradient-like color fade. Finished out with Canadian-style slot buttons, the OCs are as handsome as they are distinct, and will make a great outer layer for the warmer months ahead. Read More
Sure, you may already own a sweatshirt or two, but can any of them set off a metal detector? I didn’t think so. The Seaman Sweats from New York’s Repo Brand are cut and sewn in the USA from 100% ring-spun cotton. As burly as the archetype they’re named after, the sweats feature a shawl collar, reinforced hip pockets and a seriously bad-ass looking metal clasp at the neck. Read More
It’s funny: I’m the only blogger I know who still thinks it’s inappropriate to wear sweatpants in public, and yet, I’d happily wear the hell out of this sweat blazer. Go figure. The Three Button Blazer from Wings + Horns is handcrafted in Canada out of 100% cotton jersey. Read More
A: a sweatshirt that’s as earth-friendly as it is wallet-friendly. Q: what is the 60/40 Lightweight Hoodie from Jungmaven? The details: knit, cut and sewn in the USA out of a 60% viscose hemp / 40% organic cotton blend. Garment-dyed with biodegradable soy-based colorants. Lightweight and slim-fitting. And priced at an easy-peasy $49 per. Read More
In swings both ways news: reversible sweatshirts (what’d you think it was going to be?). The Reversible Sweatshirts from The West is Dead are handcrafted in the US out of slubby as all get out cotton-poly terry knit (which is also made here). Designed to be two sweats in one, the shirts feature v-stitches in the front and back neckline, and flatlock construction on all the seams. Read More
What’s on sale RIGHT NOW.
The good folks at Left Field NYC are looking to do a little pre-spring cleaning this weekend, so they’re offering you, the wonderful readers of Well Spent, an extra 20% off all sale items. There’s actually quite a few pieces left, and in a good variety of sizes too. Enter code WELLSPENT20 at checkout to get the discount. Sale ends Sunday at midnight. Read More
