Dappered | Style Scenario: Enclothed Cognition – Working From Home, Smart Casual

[Dappered | Style Scenario: Enclothed Cognition – Working From Home, Smart Casual]() --------------------------------------------------------------- - [Style Scenario: Enclothed Cognition – Working From Home, Smart Casual](#1) - [In Review: Target’s Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts](#2) - [10 Best Bets for $75 or Less – Comfortable collared shirts, Free Laundry Hacks, & More](#3) [Style Scenario: Enclothed Cognition – Working From Home, Smart Casual](r/Dappered/~3/sV6Z8NC4n9A/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 21 Apr 2020 03:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. What are you going to wear? Sometimes it’s good to look at a few suggestions then add your own tweaks and ideas. That’s what these are for. If you’re lucky enough to be “WFH”, dress like circumstances were normal at least once or twice a week. Succumbing to an all-sweatpants-all-the-time life will only get you left in the dust, once this cloud lifts. Picks below are for those who’d normally be working in a smart-casual to business casual environment. Utilize the look to tap into your creativity, working toward knocking off some goals and to-do list items, and looking sharp for your significant other when you’re stuck inside all day, everyday. Give them something nice to look at, you dirtbag esteemed well dressed 21st century [gentleman](! The Sportcoat: [Suitsupply Havana Sportcoat in Dark Navy – $251]( with BIGOUTLET ($359). Suitsupply [quietly re-opened their outlet](, and it’s stacked. [This dark-navy pieceÂ]( a bit more traditional with flap pockets rather than patch pockets, but will still work exceptionally well with a smart casual outfit and has a full size-run at the time of this posting. A rarity for the Suitsupply outlet. If you don’t know the drill with Suitsupply yet, they provide contemporary cuts in exceptional fabrics at great prices, even at full cost. Finding a foundational piece like this for $250 is a phenomenal value. Looking for something even cheaper? They have [a very similar coat]( but in cotton rather than the more breathable wool, for $130. Note that you’ll need the code BIGOUTLET to login first, before you can start looking at individual pieces. Also know that the outlet allegedly closes this morning. If you miss out, there’s always [Spier’s hopsack blazer]( or [the Bonobos unconstructed]( will always do the trick, and then some. The Watch: [Orient Open Heart Bambino in Navy Blue – $166.50](. The utility of a watch is null-and-void when you’re working from home alone all day with clocks on your wall, computer and phone readily available with the turn of a head. But, that’s not the point here. The point is to be mindful of yourself and how your attire creates an environment for your work. A watch, devoid of actual utility, might be one of the most important pieces of your wardrobe to achieving enclothed cognition. Rather than the typical white, black, or silver dial with black or brown strap, this all-blue combination with an open heart to see the mechanics at work creates a standout timepiece for well under $200. This is something different you won’t see on the wrist of your average Joe, but it’s not trendy either. It’s classic styling designed to endure. The Shirt: [The Tie Bar Trim Fit Oxford Shirt in Aqua- $44](//www.thetiebar.com/product/SHR-5072-0017) with WFH20 ($55). Finding standard sizes (S/M/L) casual shirts that fit can be an insurmountable challenge. These are often cut in a one-size-fits all mentality, when all of us have subtle, unique differences that significantly impacts how a shirt fits. The Tie Bar, no longer just for ties or tie bars, has heard the cries of man’s sartorial plight and is slowly producing casual shirts in exact sleeve and neck measurements. That’s a big deal, and is much appreciated. Let’s get a little wild with a bright color like aqua blue. Wear it with confidence – this will pop nicely with the dark blue sport coat- and bring some color and perk to those around you. The Pants: [Bonobos Organic Cotton Stretch Chino in Dark Grey – $51]( w/ PICKMEUP ($98). The key with such a bright shirt like the aqua number is balance. Too much blue, and it looks like you’re auditioning for an [all-male stage performance group](. But the dark gray anchors your look in simplicity, while still looking modern. These Bonobos cotton canvas chinos are a bit of a half-way point between their regular [stretch washed chinos]( and a pair of [their premium denim]( at a significant discount to both. The casual, broken-in comfort of jeans, with the look of chinos. Great for a day at the (home) office. The Shoes: [Cole Haan Feathercraft in Magnet Suede – $80]( FINAL ($180). Full hands-on review coming tomorrow, but here’s a preview: these are a downright steal at $80. Grey suede looks beautiful with all matters of trousers or jeans, and the overall aesthetic provides more polish than a pair of white sneakers. Fit is true to size, with impressive cushion to keep your feet comfortable throughout the day. Buyer beware: these are final sale. Also available [via Zappos](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602) with returns, but sizes are running low. The Belt: [Allen Edmonds Brogue Street Belt in Brown – $50]( ($120). Allen Edmonds’ craftsmanship extends beyond shoes, as this belt is built to last with durable, yet soft leather. Usually quite pricey, the annual anniversary sale drops their belts into a nice price range for most. A subtle brogue down the center gives this belt a bit more visual intrigue than most. The Socks: [Nordstrom Signature Grey Charcoal Merino Sock – $6.60]( ($17.50) Warm weather means it’s merino’s time to shine! Merino wool is beloved for it’s temperature-regulating properties, and there is no better time to put the fabric to the test than when the heat starts to build. Slip on merino socks to keep cool and avoid cotton to keep the moisture to a minimum. These are cheap. Real cheap. And despite that inexpense, they still ship for free. About the Author: Jason P. is a Dappered devotee, having curated the majority of his wardrobe through the site. He is an enthusiast of wool sweaters, chino pants, and affordable automatic watches. In his free time, you can find him at his boxing gym or antiquing with his wife. ff/Dappered?a=sV6Z8NC4n9A:Ly_ggby5p9w:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=sV6Z8NC4n9A:Ly_ggby5p9w:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=sV6Z8NC4n9A:Ly_ggby5p9w:gIN9vFwOqvQ [In Review: Target’s Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts](r/Dappered/~3/LRs2VI0IjEE/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 20 Apr 2020 02:00 PM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. [Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts – $28.04]( ($32.99) Performance fabrics are all the rage right now. From athleisure to technical suits, everyone is putting their hat in the ring to try and make clothing sexier and flex-ier. Will Goodfellow and Co.’s cotton/poly/spandex attempt at a performance dress shirt be up to the task? We’ve got a trio of different styles here to take for a spin: Bayshore Blue (shown at the top of the post), Gray Stripe, and Zesty Gold which is more of a blue/yellow check. Also note that stock is a bit short at post time. That could be a combination of stock issues in general right now, or, Target really speeding up their attempts to compete with “fast fashion” brands like H&M and Zara. Meaning: Designs spend even less time on the racks, and therefor, they make less of it. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( Ryan is 5’9″ and 165 lbs. He’s seen here wearing a size Small, in “gray stripe”.He is also rocking the heck out of [some red pants](. Out of the box white shipping bag, these shirts look like they have some great potential. As a frequent Target shopper myself, I’ve noticed that [Goodfellow & Co.]( seems to have amped it up from last year to this year. They honestly seem to be improving. Everything from the fabric to small design details to the fit and finish. This shirt fabric feels smooth and silky, which is a good thing when you’re talking about performance. There’s no scratch here. No plastic-bag crinkle. The tag notes 58% cotton, 39% polyester, and 3% spandex, so there’s plenty “tech” *cough* polyester *cough*, but not too much. And there’s a good amount of stretch to boot. It feels great on the body, with no friction and good range of motion. Sounds like the right formula for performance-wear, but how about the fit? [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( The “zesty Gold”, option. Sizes are unfortunately limited at post time. Well, I slide it on and it fits like a glove. Goodfellow stuff in general can be a bit hit or miss in the sizing department due to BIG gaps between the small, medium, large, etc ballpark sizes… but for me, most stuff has fit pretty well. This is hitting a second level though. There’s flex with the spandex, and it’s a [true trim fit](, tapered waist and all. The tail is a touch on the long side, but that makes it great for tucking in, and staying in. To me, it doesn’t quite look right untucked, but you can [get away with it](. The stretch is EXCELLENT, and gives really good movement all around. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( Up close with the fabrics. They sure look and more importantly feel, legit. The fabric itself is weirdly nice up close. These aren’t hyper-cheap fabrics with cheap, almost printed like patterns. The weave and stitching to the gray stripe and “zesty gold” shirts looked like something you’d find on pricier shirts. This really shouts attention to detail for a mass-produced brand. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( “Zesty gold” checking back in. And looking at the upcoming Spring collection from Goodfellow (I got a big batch of stuff in house for a seasonal round-up review), this isn’t a one-off; Target really does seem invested in upping the quality and details across the Goodfellow & Co. line. A welcome change of pace from the lower side of the price spectrum to not cut corners. Good on ya, Target. Looks good here, but scroll on to see how the Bayshore Blue color can get a little.. strange. Now, all this being said, there’s a color you may want to avoid: The wheelhouse, Bayshore Blue color. I found it to be quite a bit.. see-through, in certain lights? Yikes. I’m far from a darker complexion to begin with, no mid-summer tan here, and it still wears as shockingly two-toned in certain lighting. I honestly can’t explain this, and stress CERTAIN LIGHTING, because sometimes it looks great. Sometimes, not. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( Different light (different day), but this is weirdly see through. Which way to the wet t-shirt dress shirt contest? I’m dry, but I’m ready! But as you can see [here]( and [here](, the first set of photos made me look a little [too sexy for my shirt](. And that’s a huuuuge bummer. Because the fit is so good, and the materials and construction feel very much purchase-worthy. But it seems like even though a lot of these shirts are “hits,” Bayshore Blue is gonna be a big swing and miss for many. Stick to the patterned shirts, and you’ll be golden. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( Stick with the patterns. You’ll be glad you did. Overall it’s a pretty solid (with one translucent exception) debut for Target’s Goodfellow Brand when it comes to “performance” dress shirts. These are great shirts, and it’s unfortunate they’re hitting the clearance racks so soon. While Target is likely just transitioning to their warm-weather offerings, it’s a shame these aren’t going to be available year-round. Maybe they’ll do another release later on this year? The grey stripe in particular got some rave reviews from the wife, and I’ve found the moisture-wicking to be solid enough that I’ll likely even wear these to work a few times this summer. About the Author: Ryan N. is a professional web developer for (and alum from) the University of Delaware, who keeps a close shave as to not be confused with his strongly-bearded twin brother. He plays guitar and drums, loves going to concerts with his wife, and loves being a dad. [In Review: Target's Goodfellow and Co. Performance Dress Shirts | Dappered.com]( Off to save the world. ff/Dappered?a=LRs2VI0IjEE:HxWqfzBh7-o:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=LRs2VI0IjEE:HxWqfzBh7-o:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=LRs2VI0IjEE:HxWqfzBh7-o:gIN9vFwOqvQ [10 Best Bets for $75 or Less – Comfortable collared shirts, Free Laundry Hacks, & More](r/Dappered/~3/xzIaWXc0uEA/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 20 Apr 2020 08:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. Seventy Five bucks. That’s a lot of money. It’ll get you [a couple pairs of Levi’s](, a [decent casual dinner out](, or a couple months at your local gym. Ten picks follow, all for $75 or under, with some of them much, much less. Expect these round-ups on a monthly basis. Got a tip on something for under $75? Send those in to joe@dappered.com. [Made in the USA Flint and Tinder 365 Belt – $58.98]( ($85) [Made in the USA Flint and Tinder 365 Belt]( Some guys like to spend a crap-ton of money on belts. And then there are those of us who are good with… not. These should please both sides. A bit of a splurge for us in camp belt-cheapskate, but not for those living the fancy-belt-around-my-pants high life. [Bonobos Riviera Short Sleeve Shirt in Chambray Pineapple – $43.50]( w/ PICKMEUP ($78) [Bonobos Riviera Short Sleeve Shirt in Chambray Pineapple]( Chambray on sale pineapple shirt? Chambray on sale pineapple shirt! Short sleeve button ups can look wonky if the fit is off by too much. These come in standard fit (which is more athletic than boxy), slim fit (a true slim) or tailored fit (which is even slimmer than slim). So your body type is almost certainly covered. On sale and an extra 25% off with the code. Still a bit of a splurge, but worth it to some. [The Lighthouse – Free w/ Amazon Prime](  A movie about the weirdness that can happen when you’re isolated for a long stretch of time? What could possibly go wrong (inside your own head)? “Ah tee dee ta la leee dee. Keepin’ secrets are yee? For what yee sees ya think yee only seeeeees… But yee becomes we, when it’s what yee sees, when yee and me… are ON THE SEAAAAAAAAS.” Okay so I made that quote up. That’s not actually in the movie. OR IS IT? [Banana Republic Quilted Vest – $47.19]( ($119) [Banana Republic Quilted Vest]( A perfect late spring layer. Dog walking/grocery getting outerwear. Pockets, but you won’t look like you’re headed to the river for some fly fishing. “Onion” style quilting keeps overdone puff knocked down. Our man Jason [has the green version and loves it](. [Learning how to fold a t-shirt the “right” way – Priceless](  Guys. Let Martha change your life. Also, when she does the arm “thing”? We are alllll the dude to her left. Don’t worry. You’ll get it. [The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy – Free – $7.99]( [The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy]( Here’s a quick review from Jeremy Anderberg, who among other things works for [Art of Manliness](, but also has [his own terrific “What I’m reading Now” newsletter. You should sign up for it](. Now, his recommendation: If you’ve been intimidated by the idea of reading Tolstoy, start with his short stories. The most famous of those, “The Death of Ivan Ilyich,” is a great entry point. Tolstoy presents a view of death that isn’t romantic in the least bit; it’s slow, painful, morally fraught. And yet, towards the end, Ivan begins to come to grips with the crummy life he led: “In public opinion I was going uphill, and exactly to that extent life was slipping away from under me.” Naturally then, the reader then finds an acknowledgement about what makes life truly meaningful and fulfilling. Could anything be more appropriate right now? [EXPRESS Piped Cotton Stretch Polo – $29.94](//www.express.com/clothing/men/piped-moisture-wicking-performance-polo/pro/05047580/color/Obsession%20Blue/e/regular/) ($49.94) [EXPRESS Piped Cotton Stretch Polo](//www.express.com/clothing/men/piped-moisture-wicking-performance-polo/pro/05047580/color/Obsession%20Blue/e/regular/) Piped/retro polos are everywhere this year. Good thing EXPRESS has been making these for a few years now, and they’re perpetually on sale. Jersey cotton fabric is substantial but not overly weighty. Plenty of stretch here. And the retro details are terrific. Very, very well reviewed. [Banana Republic Norman Suede Chukkas – $60.39]( ($178) [Banana Republic Norman Suede Chukkas]( Not a true desert boot. Sleeker. No crepe sole. But still plenty versatile. Wear them with chinos and a polo, or, even a dove gray linen or tropical wool suit. Sizes are limited at post time, because this is another item cooking in the BR sale section which is getting an additional 60% off. [Full review here](. NOTE: These are weirdly coming in and out of stock at post time. There will be some sizes (say, 9, 9.5, 10.5, 11) one minute, and then the next they’ll take them off the site. Weird. Glitch perhaps? [Watching Vince Neil “Sing” Kickstart My Heart – Free!]( Vince Neil’s reputation died so you could smile. Respect that sacrifice. [Nomad Horween Leather Air Pods Case Cover – $20.98]( ($30) [Nomad Horween Leather Air Pods Case Cover]( I don’t know when the ubiquitous, signature white plastic minimalism of Apple products went from “oooh cool ‘I’m Hip’ virtue signaling!” to “good grief this junk is everywhere”, but those i-icons have crossed the style-rubicon. Wrap it in leather. Wait, what? 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