Think J. Crew is always on sale? Us, too. But come Tuesday, 4/13, the retailer swears that the sale’s (temporarily) over. If nothing else, we’re eager to see if Crew keeps its word. Not a single sale item come Wednesday? Not likely.
Man alive, we love it when deals get top billing in The Times! In today’s style section, David Colman investigates the long slighted “cheap suit,” which he says is finally brushing off its “unsuave guise.” What’s more, “In the hands of youthful designers like Billy Reid and Sam Shipley and Jeff Halmos of Shipley & Halmos, and stores like Uniqlo and Topman, the cheap suit has become a garment that is as unfussy as jeans or chinos yet still has your back in an interview, at dinner or on a date.”
The problem with this trend is that more suit shoppers are succumbing to the whims of fast fashion. As Colman notes, “No longer is a suit always a safe, sober investment buy.” Now, we thoroughly understand the appeal of fashion and low price tags, but it’s important to remember that buying for the moment actually costs you more over time. Bearing that mind, check out The Times‘ favorite three-figure suits here, or refer to the cheat sheet below:
Through Wednesday, 4/14, Sperry Top-Side is hosting a “friends & family” sale featuring 25% off every boat shoe, canvas vulcanized oxford (pictured), loafer, chukka, and sandal you can find. Don’t forget to enter promo code FRIEND10 at checkout.
Introducing “That Sale Look” — A new feature we’ll be running on a regular basis, if not everyday. To make the cut, products must be on sale, not be one-offs (i.e., eBay finds), and compliment fellow weather appropriate pieces. Warning: That last condition being relative, we do plan to mix it up, and even break a few rules. As always, suggestions are encouraged.
Jack Spade oxford cloth button-down for $101
V Room long sleeve cardigan for $175
YMC brown suede, mid-high sneakers for $85
L.L. Bean brushed twill Town & Field pants for $30
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