ATL Essentials: Autumn Edition

Autumn is getting into full swing, and it is a welcome reprieve from the heat of summer.  I did an ATL Essentials: Summer Edition and decided that now is an appropriate time for autumn.  These items all coincide with the cooler weather.  As usual, there is a New England-style leaning for these picks.

Pants: Charcoal Wool Flannel and Corduroy.  Although, I still wear plenty of khaki and denim, these two materials are featured most prominently in the fall.  Gray pants are the standard, but the nice warm flannel material is best suited for cooler weather.  Corduroy is fantastic as well, particularly in a green shade as pictured above.

Red Wing Boots are my favorite type of work boots.  I prefer the 875 model, and these are relegated mostly to the weekend.  Sturdy and practical.

Patagonia Fleece.  It is no secret that I am a big fan of Patagonia.  I really like their understated styling and great outdoor gear.  Fleece is perfect for this season, regardless of the model.

Tattersall shirts.  British country style tattersall is a great pattern.  It is obviously more on the casual spectrum, Barbour is the gold standard, but I own a couple shirts from Orvis and Land's End that are nice as well.

Stouts.  My favorite of which is Goose Island Bourbon County.  Perfect beer for the season, bit of a meal in itself.

Beef Stew.  The perfect fall food.  Potatos, peas, hearty meat all together.  Enjoy with stout.

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Christmas Wish List

These are the five items that I really hope Santa leaves under the tree for me this year.

1) Alden - Cordovan Norwegian Front Blucher Oxford - in "Dark Burgundy Cordovan" $615 - Realistically I will probably get a non-cordovan pair, that is $440.


2) Gitman Vintage - Pinpoint Oxford Button-down - this wonderful shirt is 100% Cotton and American made, produced on the east coast. It features a v-stitch pocket, box pleat, and narrow split yolk. The back collar buttons down for business, or can be popped for parties. A beautiful shirt, fairly priced at $132.


3) Patagonia - Lightweight R4 Jacket - The R4 Jacket is made from a warm, durable, microfleece, combined with a full-stretch laminate for windproof protection in cold conditions. I have always wanted a nice Patagonia fleece, and although I prefer a vintage deep pile fleece, I do not want my loved ones scouring Ebay and the local thrift stores to find one. $225


4) J.Crew - Whitman Tweed Herringbone Sport Coat - I need more tweed and other sport coats as I expand my wardrobe and this J.Crew coat with the herringbone pattern is a prime target. Make sure to take advantage of the 15% student discount, if you still have a college id card, and can pass as a student. $265 retail price, but but would cost my wife $225.


5) Sperry x J.Crew - Original Nubuck Chukka Boat Shoes - although these are a little steep, the 15% student discount plays to my advantage again. I love Sperry boat shoes and need a new pair, and do not want to drop the money for Quoddys, although they are awfully tempting. I love the chambray lining detail of these, as well as the fact that they are chukkas, not low tops. $125

Pickup: J.Crew Sherpa Jacket

J.Crew Sherpa Jacket
sweatshirt material on the outside
fleece material on the inside
strap collar on shawl collar
chest pocket
similar to a cardigan

Also, many may disagree, and I would certainly rather have the latter...
I think this looks similar to a Woolrich Woolen Mills Maine Guide Jacket