5 Stylish Items
to Buy This Week

From some relaxed pants to a midcentury-inspired planter

May 18, 2026 at 12:03 am

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Valet. Staff

@valetmag

Published

May 18, 2026

Published

May 18, 2026

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The Valet. team is always on the hunt. We’re scrolling, shopping, and visiting showrooms to sift through the noise to find what’s actually worth your time and money. From fresh new labels and reliable standbys to those under-the-radar upgrades you didn’t know you needed, our goal is to bring you the best of what’s out there right now.

Each week, we handpick five standout items that deliver on style, quality, and everyday usefulness. Think of it as your quick hit of shopping inspiration—a way to treat yourself, refresh your lineup, and kick the week off looking sharp. Each selection reflects our ongoing pursuit of quality, craftsmanship and value.

1

Are these the perfect summer pants? It’s hard to say for sure, but we’re thinking they come pretty damn close. Lightweight, breezy and able to be worn with everything, be it a tank top and sandals to a knit polo and some loafers to sneakers and a simple T-shirt. They’ve got a two-pleat design with a relaxed, structured shape and come in three neutral colorways. The wide tapered fit has room through the waist and a gradual taper that somehow looks good on just about everyone.

Two-pleat trouser,

$165

at

Beams

2

Basically your favorite sweatshirt from ten years ago, minus the wear and tear. Buck Mason’s new featherweight terry crew has that perfectly faded, broken-in feel right out of the gate. The vintage-inspired raglan sleeves keep it sporty, the lightweight terry keeps it breathable, and the washed blue tone looks especially good with fatigue pants or some nylon shorts. It’s easy, comfortable and somehow makes casual clothes look more intentional.

Blue Fescue Venice Wash Featherweight Terry S/S Raglan Crewneck,

$108

at

Buck Mason

3

Your plant deserves better than a basic terracotta pot. This mid-century-inspired planter adds instant polish to even the saddest grocery-store fern. The elevated wooden stand gives it a lighter, more architectural feel, while the clean ceramic shape works in pretty much any style of room. It’s the rare home upgrade that takes about two minutes to install and somehow makes the entire place feel more put together.

Atkins planter,

$79

at

West Elm

4

This shirt deserves a cold drink in its hand. Flint and Tinder leans fully into vacation mode here with breezy seersucker fabric and an easy camp collar that feels made for late afternoons near the water. The classic texture keeps it from sticking in the heat, while the relaxed fit works whether you’re layering it over a tee or tank (or wearing it commando). Equal parts beach shirt and workaday-uniform staple.

Seersucker Keys Camp Shirt,

$108

at

Huckberry

5

Summertime requires a sturdy tote. But you knew this already. But this one, from Georgia-based CB Station, is cut from sturdy 18-oz. cotton canvas with a waxed coating that protects it from the elements and develops a rich patina with use. The outside is tough and the inside features a handy internal zip pocket with additional slip pockets to keep all your stuff tidy and organized.

CB Station Waxed canvas tote,

$75

at

Banana Republic

For the Week of

September 28th

1

These are underwear from the future. Because RJ King is interested in making underwear that’s truly supportwear. The male model, founder and friend of Valet. has a new line of boxer briefs and briefs that deliver the brand’s now-famous supportive, body-conscious cut with a little more freedom of movement for all-day comfort. You still get the butt lift and ball support, they’re just a little thinner and, dare we say, sexier.

Flex boxer,

$38

at

KING

2

Special Promotion

Your weight only tells part of the story. You know this. Hume’s Body Pod 2.0 is a premium 3D body scanner that goes considerably deeper, reading 45 body-composition metrics in under a minute, including fat, muscle, water and bone mineral content, plus estimated visceral fat, a metabolic age estimate and separate measurements for each limb and your trunk. Hume reports 99% body-fat accuracy compared with DEXA and 97% lean-mass accuracy compared with clinical-grade scanning. Everything syncs to the free Hume Health app, where Hume AI combines scans with sleep, activity and recovery data to help explain what’s changing week to week. Plus, you can take 10% off with code LAUNCH10.

Body Pod 2.0,

$384

/

$224.10

at

Hume Health

3

A blazer built like workwear. 3sixteen loosens up traditional tailoring with a low button stance, wider lapels and an easy fit, then cuts the whole thing from heavyweight cotton twill and garment-dyes it in a deep midnight color. The result lands somewhere between a proper sport coat and your favorite chore jacket, which means you can wear it without suddenly feeling overdressed. Throw it over an oxford for the office or a sweatshirt on the weekend. Consider it tailoring for guys who’d rather not look too tailored.

Work blazer,

$365

at

3sixteen

4

Here’s a little sunset for your nightstand or bookcase. The Solis Drift Light’s tall, cylindrical shape echoes the clean vertical shift of daylight, while a unique magnetic activation mechanism replaces traditional switches with a simple touch. The minimalist design looks more like a small art object than another piece of lighting equipment, so it works just as well on a bookshelf or side table as it does beside the bed. Think of it as an antidote to the dreaded big light: softer, moodier and considerably more interesting to look at.

Gingko Design Solis Drift light,

$110

at

Huckberry

5

Your running gear should work the night shift. Ciele’s NiteRite collection takes the technical, lightweight kit the Montreal brand is known for and makes visibility after dark part of the design. Reflective treatments come alive when headlights hit, while the performance fabrics remain breathable, quick-drying and built for actual miles. It’s practical if your fall runs increasingly happen before sunrise or after work, but the graphic, futuristic look means none of it feels like obligatory safety gear.

DLYLongsleeve running shirt,

$95

at

Ciele Athletics

For the Week of

September 21st

1

We’re entering blazer weather. Relwen strips the sport coat back to the essentials with natural shoulders, a relaxed fit and none of the padding, canvassing or fussy construction that can make tailoring feel stiff. The result wears more like your favorite jacket than something reserved for meetings. Throw it over an Oxford with chinos, sure, but we like it even better with a tee or light sweater and some faded jeans and loafers. It’s that sweet spot layer you’ll keep reaching for, trust us.

Relwen Heritage Trap blazer (in loden/rust district plaid),

$368

at

Huckberry

2

That Denali cleans up nicely. Aimé Leon Dore reaches into The North Face archives for this ’95-inspired half-zip, giving the outdoor staple the kind of considered treatment you’d expect from Teddy Santis. The two-tone fleece has a relaxed fit, DWR finish and enough zippered pockets to keep its technical credentials intact, while subtle co-branding and the rich color palette make it considerably more city-friendly. It even snaps into the collaboration’s Mountain Jacket when the weather gets serious.

ALD x The North Face Denali half-zip pullover,

$395

at

Aimé Leon Dore

3

Your next camera doesn’t need another screen. Camp Snap’s new 110D takes inspiration from the skinny 110 film cameras of the ’70s, then swaps the film cartridge for an 8-megapixel digital sensor. There’s no screen for reviewing every shot, just a viewfinder, flash, five built-in vintage-style filters and a microSD card capable of holding around 2,000 photos. The result brings a little unpredictability back to taking pictures without making you develop actual film. Slim enough to disappear into a pocket, it’s exactly the sort of camera you’ll want along for nights out and weekends away.

Camp Snap 110D camera,

$74.99

at

Camp Snap

4

Pub merch has never looked this good. Percival’s second round with Guinness includes plenty of pieces worth raising a pint to, but this forest green cap might be the easiest to wear. The low-profile shape gets a contrasting corduroy peak, rope trim and subtle embroidered branding, giving it the charm of something you might’ve found in the back of an old Irish pub. It’s playful without feeling gimmicky—Guinness lover or not, it’s simply a very good fall hat.

Embroidered Guinness Peak cap,

$72

at

Percival Menswear

5

The key to working out more? Stylish equipment that doesn’t need to be hidden away. Zara Home’s latest sports collection turns something as utilitarian as push-up bars into objects you won’t immediately shove under the bed. Made from oak and steel, the pair elevates your hands off the floor for push-ups. At $169, they’re admittedly extravagant for something designed to make push-ups harder. But if workout gear is going to live in your living room, there’s something to be said for equipment that looks more like decor.

Oak push-up handles,

$169

at

ZARA Home

For the Week of

September 14th

1

Tennis style has officially left the court. Prince teams up with The Stoop Club on a cap that taps into the sport’s current fashion moment without making you look like you’re headed to doubles practice. The retro branding and easy, slightly nostalgic feel give it the appeal of a great vintage sporting-goods find, minus the hours digging through bins. Throw it on with an Oxford, sweatshirt or beat-up tee. You don’t need a decent backhand to pull it off.

Prince Street cap,

$70

at

The Stoop Club

2

Special Promotion

Performance gear doesn’t have to look so technical. Peter Millar’s new Pursuit Series, fronted by 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, is built around the idea of being “called to move”—but the clothes are designed as much for the workweek as the gym or travel. Start with the Pursuit Piqué Tee, which combines a polished, tailored silhouette with the stretch and comfort you want for a long day. The collection’s Performance Soft jacket and flat-front trouser takes the same approach to layering, pairing technical fabric with a clean, matte finish that’s easy to dress up and down. Neutral colors, minimal branding and sophisticated proportions make Pursuit a convincing alternative to the shiny, overly sporty performance gear we’re used to.

Pursuit piqué tee,

$98

at

Peter Millar

3

Good lighting should look good turned off, too. Article’s Perforate lamp makes a surprisingly strong case for the humble table lamp, pairing a perforated metal shade with a warm brass finish and clean, sculptural proportions. The tiny openings create a softer, more atmospheric glow than your standard bedside light, while the compact footprint means it can tuck onto a nightstand, bookshelf or side table without taking over. It’s functional, sure, but really it’s an easy way to make a room feel a little more designed.

Perforate table lamp,

$89

at

Article

4

The lightest waxed jacket you’ll ever wear. Flint and Tinder takes the weather-ready appeal of its rugged outerwear and pares it down into the James. It’s lighter, crafted from a time-tested waxed canvas, lined with comfortable Jaspe cotton in the body and nylon through the sleeves, and finished with snap hardware rather than buttons. Plus, it comes in this modern camo design and because it’s waxed, every crease and scuff should only make it look better.

James Waxed Snap Jacket,

$228

at

Huckberry

5

Leave it to Aaron Levine to take the familiar outdoorsy half-zip and elevate it. How? With wool bouclé, giving the pullover a rich, nubby texture that feels more like a great vintage sweater. The relaxed shape keeps it from getting too precious, while the high collar adds some welcome heft up top. Wear it with faded jeans, cords or fatigues and let the fabric do the talking. It’s warm, tactile and exactly the sort of layer that makes getting dressed for fall fun again.

Wool boucle half-zip,

$448

at

AARON LEVINE

For the Week of

September 8th

1

Give your trousers a little more room, but not too much. Abercrombie’s pleated trousers take the wider silhouette we’ve been wearing for the past few seasons and clean it up just enough for the office. The roomy leg gives them a relaxed drape, while the front pleats offer up some old-school menswear polish. They’re tailored without feeling corporate, which means you can wear them with an Oxford and loafers during the week, then swap in a cropped tee and sneakers on Saturday. Plus they come in three neutral shades.

Pleated baggy trouser,

$95

at

Abercrombie & Fitch

2

Special Promotion

Finding the perfect T-shirt can be tricky. But Fresh Clean Threads built its reputation by getting the basics right: soft, breathable tees with a tailored shape, fitted sleeves and enough room through the chest to actually feel comfortable. The brand’s StratuSoft fabric is designed to hold its shape wash after wash, while 18 individual sizes (including three length options) make it feel like this was custom fit for you. And the six-pack takes care of your everyday rotation in one shot, plus new customers can take 15% off sitewide with code VALET15.

Crew T-shirt (6-pack),

$138

/

$117.30

at

Fresh Clean Threads

3

Fleece … but make it sophisticated. Aimé Leon Dore’s latest fall collection makes a convincing case for treating the fuzzy stuff like proper outerwear. The brand’s new Crest Fleece jacket has a clean, almost Harrington-like silhouette that tempers the outdoorsy texture, with understated branding keeping things firmly in ALD’s new-prep territory. It’s exactly the sort of layer that works over a tee now and a sweater later. Cozy, yes. But considerably sharper than your old hiking fleece.

Crest fleece jacket,

$350

at

Aimé Leon Dore

4

You know we love an affordable watch that looks considerably more expensive. Casio’s AQ230 has been around in its current form since 1995, pairing a slim rectangular case and stainless steel bracelet with an old-school analog-digital display. This silver sunburst version is especially handsome, with just enough retro-tech weirdness to keep it from feeling like a traditional dress watch. And at $59.95, you don’t have to overthink it. Wear it with a suit, a polo or a sweatshirt, because it somehow makes sense with all three.

AQ230A-7AVT watch,

$59.95

at

Casio

5

That luxury candle just became a little easier to justify. Diptyque quietly redesigned its iconic candle vessels this year, subtly refining the shape and label while introducing something much more significant: refills for 10 of its classic scents. Which makes now a particularly good time to invest in our fall favorite, Feu de Bois. Smoky, resinous and convincingly woody, it smells like an actual fireplace crackling in a handsome A-frame cabin. Burn through it, keep the handsome glass and then refill it for the next cold front.

Feu de Bois classic candle,

$90

at

Diptyque

For the Week of

August 31st

1

The crisp antithesis to that ubiquitous sugary sweet scent. Ranger Station’s cheekily named Anti-Pumpkin skips the cinnamon, caramel and coffee-shop syrup that tends to take over this time of year. Instead, it smells like an actual autumn day: pine needles, crisp morning air, falling leaves and a touch of petrichor—that earthy scent you get after rain. It’s woodsy and atmospheric without making your place smell like a seasonal candle aisle. In other words, exactly what you want to burn when the first cool night finally arrives.

Anti-Pumpkin Candle,

$45

at

Huckberry

2

Want the perfect cropped tee? Head to the Gap. With trousers and jeans getting wider and higher, an extra-long T-shirt can throw the whole silhouette off. Gap’s heavyweight tee fixes that with a relaxed shape and shorter hem that hits above the hip, giving you cleaner proportions without looking actually, well, cropped. It comes in multiple colors, is made from 100% cotton with enough weight to hold its shape, and Gap even suggests sizing down if you want a more classic fit.

Heavyweight Crop T-shirt,

$44.95

/

$35

at

Gap

3

The Swiss Army knife just got a design upgrade. The James Brand spent three years refining the Helton, its take on the classic pocket multi-tool, stripping away the stuff you rarely use and keeping nine genuinely handy tools. There’s a partially serrated VG-10 blade, spring-action scissors, magnetic Phillips and flathead drivers, tweezers, files and, naturally, a bottle opener. Better still, every implement locks into place and the whole aluminum package is slimmer than a pack of gum. It’s the sort of handsome, genuinely useful object that makes a pretty convincing case for carrying a multi-tool again.

Helton multi-tool,

$179

at

The James Brand

4

Your favorite influencer’s favorite mini fridge is now easier to buy. Rocco’s new Essential takes the furniture-like good looks of its original beverage fridge and pares things back for everyday drinking—and a considerably lower price. It’s got the same compressor technology as Sub-Zero, isolated temperature zones, reversible racks, and a top that doubles as a bar cart. Oh, and it still comes in multiple colors to suit your design style.

Essential fridge,

$1,195

/

$1,095

at

Rocco

5

Workwear with an art-school streak. 3sixteen looked to old British fishing smocks, which were later adopted by artists and craftspeople, for this roomy pullover layer. The wide, boxy shape is cut from peached cotton twill in a warm teak shade, with a mock neck and substantial cuffs adding some structure. It’s practical by design, but the proportions are what make it feel especially right now. Pull it over a tee with wide jeans or fatigues and you’ve got a fall outfit that looks considerably more interesting than another chore coat.

Smock,

$245

at

3sixteen

5 Stylish Items to Buy This Week

From some relaxed pants to a midcentury-inspired planter

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5 Stylish Items
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