From My Saved No.12

Spring Sartorial Checklist

Mar 11, 2026

It’s been a level of nice in New York City that makes me very thankful that I have lived here for years and know it’s not real. I know I have to make the most of my time outside until it reverts to winter. Growing up in Atlanta, spring started on time — which meant, when it was officially spring, it was, in fact, officially spring. Here, we follow a made-up timeline, one that, despite the speed of the city, feels incredibly slow.

I’m using this weather as a chance to think about what I can do now to really prepare for spring sartorially. Having an event last night (with Pooky lighting!) was a good test, and a realization that I do, in fact, “need” that Brady Bag I mentioned a few weeks ago, and that color is making a comeback in my wardrobe (not that it every really stopped).

Cobbler: I’m going to take my J.M. Weston Loafers to Jim’s on 58th and a pair of Martiniano’s to Cowboy in Nolita.
T-Shirts: I’m going to buy a few white and navy t-shirts (I like the cap sleeve and the classic crewneck) from Los Angeles Apparel. They fit the best, wash well, and are a good-enough price you won’t be annoyed if you spill.
classic crewneck, cap sleeve
Sneakers: I’ve been wearing Stan Smiths I’ve had for years, and they’re great. But sometimes, they’re a little too white. I’m going to get this pair of Nike’s I wrote about a few weeks ago. This also means I need to get new no-show socks, people like Bombas. For ankle socks, I like the Her Socks from Le Bon Shoppe.
Purse: I won’t repeat myself, but I will be buying this bag in brown. I like this from Ann Mashburn as well.
I've had this bag since 2021