Shopper’s Guide: Uniqlo Winter Picks
Welcome to the very first Shopper’s Guide. I have posted similar articles like this but never really had a category for it. Since I know how most men do not like to take the time to shop, these guides will help you slim down your time spent at the stores.
I was out Christmas shopping on Sunday in Soho here in NYC and had to stop by Uniqlo to see what was going on there. I really have to hand it to the Japanese and there keen blend of comfort and style. My only issue is that their size small shirts tend to puff out in the back and will almost always need tailoring. But at the low cost and quality, investing an extra 20-40 beans on tailoring ain’t so bad.
The first item I was drawn to was a nice looking flannel shirt for $19.90. It was so soft and comfortable I had to pick it up. It works great in the winter time for hanging around the house or even with a suit (I will have model shots soon on this one).
Next up was a much needed pair of jeans. Although I swear by my trusted Levi’s I absolutely LOVE Uniqlo jeans. They fit so well and are way better quality denim than most chains offer. They are all priced at $39.50 and worth every penny.
Blame it on my love of CALIFORNICATION and the powerfully horny Hank Moody, but I have been drawn to jeans, Converse, and t-shirts on the weekend. The Uniqlo brand t-shirt has to be one of the most incredibly soft pieces of cotton I’ve ever put on my body. I particularly am drawn to the extra slim fit on the v-neck pictured below. Set of 3 for $10.50, 1 for $4.50.
I know I just did a piece on a beautiful Harris Tweed jacket that I had altered by Imparali but this gorgeous well fitted wool blazer was screaming at me to take it home. It fits like a glove and will need no alterations whatsoever. The wool is wonderfully soft and warm and will go well with any of the three items purchased. Total cost for the jacket was $99.50.
