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By Evan Malachosky

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Welcome to Personal Shopper, where you, as the name suggests, tell me what you want, and I’ll fill the cart for you. No matter whether you’re searching for the ideal pair of shoes for your new three-piece suit, entry-level GORP gear, sweatpants you can wear to work, socks with serious arch support or a beanie with a big, foldable cuff, you can bring me your query, and I’ll track down exactly what you’re looking for — even if you’re not entirely sure what it is you want.

These requests come from our Instagram followers — so be sure you’re one of them.

styleMadewell

@mikesheehann: “Slip on chelsea rain boots that have longevity. Pref in a color that goes with dark wash jeans.”

Blundstone’s Thermal Boots (aka style #556) are made from premium, waterproof leather and filled with a removable sheepskin liner, making them perfect for April showers and December snow storms.

styleHuckberry

@jeremyjonathan.j: “Nice looking summer hat for a guy in his 40s to wear around town.”

Hats are not an aged-gated accessory. Anyone, at any age, can wear one. Which hat you look best in depends on your head shape and size, plus how much hair you have. This baseball-style cap from Huckberry is simple enough to fit seamlessly into most wardrobes — and big enough to fit most heads.

Folk’s ecru-colored, crinkle linen jacket is clearly inspired by the classic chore coat, but it’s done in a softer, lighter material than cotton canvas.

styleBuck Mason

@trustmedomknows: “Cover all one piece for men that has an athletic fit, or tapered legs, or simply a slim fit.”

This canvas coverall from Buck Mason isn’t tight by any means, but it has an adjustable waist so your silhouette will look more defined.

styleKnown Supply

@tolivier9: “Hat that doesn’t make me a walking advertisement. Not super $$$. Bonus if sustainably made.”

This hat has no front logo. It’s $28 dollars. It’s also fair trade-certified and made from 100 percent organic cotton.

These aren’t technically pleated. The long adornment down the front is actually a permacrease. (A pleat is a sewn-in fold.) Trust these to be more breathable than your usual chinos. They’re made of linen.

styleNordstrom

@dgus_85: “Hair product I can use when growing my hair out that will give it a natural look.”

Murdock London Sea Salt Spray

Sea salt spray is an underrated styling product that lends texture and volume, plus a light hold. It won’t look like you used a pomade, but you’ll look put together.

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styleTodd Snyder

@henrysp: “I need Stoffa vibes without the stoffa tax bracket. Where am i looking?”

Todd Snyder Italian Cotton Gurka Trouser

For those unfamiliar, Stoffa is a New York-based ultra-luxe menswear label with Italian flair. They make excellent outerwear, stylish polos and pants everyone can appreciate. But they’re pretty pricey: $400 minimum, and sometimes as much as $600. So, here’s an alternative: Todd Snyder’s Italian Cotton Gurka Trousers, which are Italy-born. They have an adjustable, self-belted waist that adds aesthetic interest.

styleP&Co

@notjackstein: “Anything that is similar to Deus Ex Machina stuff?”

P&Co Wayfare Waxed Canvas Jacket

By similar to Deus Ex Machina do you mean graphic tees or that garage aesthetic? Either way, P&Co is pretty similar. They sell classic jackets and shirts with hand-drawn art. I’d also check out Brain Child.

Grant Stone Diesel Boot (Navy Chromexcel)

OK. These are technically navy but they look green. Plus, they’re made from Chromexcel leather and goodyear welted.

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styleL.L.Bean

@l.autrematisse: “Best cotton blend pants for guys with big legs.”

L.L. Bean Comfort Stretch Dock Pants

Big legs? Small problem. Pick up a pair of L.L. Bean’s Comfort Stretch Dock Pants. They’re made from a mix of cotton, cooling polyester and elastane, which means they stretch when you bend and are super breathable. They also have an elasticated waist with an addition drawcord.

styleCamper

@reedkat_: “Platform loafers similar to the GH Bass Whitney Super Lug Basic.”

Camper Walden

Aesthetically, Camper’s Walden loafers aren’t all that similar to the GH Bass Whitney Super Lug Basic. But, the Waldens are chunky loafers nonetheless. Camper makes them in men’s and women’s sizes and a half-dozen colors.

Salomon XT-6 Advanced

Salomon is my go-to source for low, GORP-y hikers. The best pairs can be hard to find, but the all-white XT-6 Advanced is available for pre-order now. The colorway makes these look technical and more casual — perfect for walking around the city.

Camber USA 232 12oz Pullover Hoodie

Ok, I know. This hoodie is $125, but Camber USA stuff stateside will only run you $65-$80. You can find the hoodies here through uniform stores like All Seasons Uniforms, because Camber doesn’t do sales directly. They’re a trade-only company that fulfills wholesale orders. Just trust me, though. This will be the heaviest hoodie you’ve ever owned.

personal shopper 0310Richer Poorer

@keshavraghavan: “Sweatpants that can straddle workouts, kids, weekends and not look like a slob.”

Richer Poorer Terry Trouser

I’m a big fan of Richer Poorer’s Terry Trousers because they don’t look like traditional sweatpants. In fact, they’re bit a lot like real trousers in that they’re pleated, cuffed at the hem and have real, angled pockets. Pick a color like “Stretch Limo” (aka black) and no one will notice they’re not.

Levi’s Secondhand Made in USA Trucker Jacket

You could spend years searching through brick-and-mortar vintage stores and online resale sites for the perfect denim jacket. In my opinion, the best place to start is Levi’s Secondhand. The website is Levi’s new authorized vintage store, where they sell stuff they can authenticate and then sell without the crazy markup.

Industry of All Nations Alpaca Cabin Sock

100 percent wool boot socks are a rarity. Even Filson’s Logger Socks, which I think are the best boot socks, are only 80 percent wool. Additions like nylon, acrylic and spandex help the socks retain their shape and survive the wash. These materials can bend to support your arches, or cup your heels. 100 percent wool boot socks won’t, but if that’s what you’re looking for… so be it. Go with Industry of All Nations’ 100 percent alpaca Cabin Socks. They’re soft, stylish and totally undyed.

Topo Designs Dirt Shorts

Full-on canvas shorts are a bit hard to find — hence why you’re here. Freemans Sporting Club used to make a pair called the FSC Shorts, and they were made from 7 ounces of natural duck canvas. (I could only find one pair left on the Internet.) In their place, I’d pick Topo Designs’ Dirt Shorts, which are made from 7.6 ounces of stretch canvas (98 percent organic cotton and 2 percent spandex). They’ll give when you move but they have the same feel.

J. Press White Oxford Dress Shirt with Flap Pocket

OCBD is short for Oxford Cloth Button-Down, a style popularized by Brooks Brothers over 100 years ago. Nowadays, the shirts are made from heavy oxford cloth and feature a prominent collar roll. This one by J. Press has a prominent pocket with that flap closure you asked for. Not quite what you were looking for? Try ordering something custom from Tony Shirtmakers.

Novesta Star Dribble

You said white high-tops, but not Converse. These by Novesta are as close as they get.

No Limbits Amp Pant

No Limbits launched on Kickstarter in 2021. The concept, an apparel company that made pants for amputees, raised more than $14,000 dollars. The brand’s signature bottom, the Amp Pant, is in full production now. It features two side zippers for easy access to adjust prosthetics throughout the day, and a reinforced interior liner to prevent ripping.

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