As Thanksgiving nears, I tend to begin thinking of things that I am grateful for. One of those things is the ability to dress up in sweaters and fun pants to embrace cooler weather. I recall years past when I was gifted itchy, sweaty knits from relatives while putting on a smile and trying not to scratch. Fast forward to my adulthood when I have traded the itch for cross stitched and sided with comfort. I used to have a hateful relationship with wool. It was itchy. It would bind and squeeze. Most importantly, it smelled an awful lot like my Uncle Jimmy.
That scarring sentiment is not shared when it comes to alpaca. You see, alpaca is cut from a different cloth quite literally. An alpaca blend adds some luxurious softness to the West Coast style. Yes, your weekend sweater is here. Add a pattern that gives it some personality, and you are set. Even better? The alpaca blend means it’s extra soft and warm. Bonobos is saving us all this Holiday season with a sweater that wraps you in the best feels all season long. Another family photo saved where you look miserable because the itchy, scratchy passed down wool sweater is bothering you.
Another outfit staple I am thankful for? The trusty pair of dressed up jeans. Bonobos created a special kind of the classic pant called the Moleskin Jean. Wondering about moleskin? Here’s the skinny, and no, they didn’t skin any notebooks or hurt any moles. It’s actually a thick cotton fabric with a pile that’s sheared on one side. In layman’s terms, that means these pants are incredibly warm and soft—think flannel or velvet, but sturdier. If you’re in the market for comfortable fall and winter pants that can go with just about anything, the Moleskin Jean should be on your list. I’ll be wearing mine straight through until spring.
