What brands should i wear

Clothing made from paper might sound like a joke, but Paper Project's lineup of socks, underwear and sweats is serious stuff. The Japanese paper yarns absorb more moisture and are more breathable than cotton alone, so you'll feel a whole lot cooler even in the dead heat of summer. This Canadian label makes our favorite heavy-duty hoodie of all time , but tbh we wouldn't kick any of their sweats off the couch.

No flashy branding here, just fleece wear with real deal craftsmanship. Champion got it very right when it invented its durable—and shrink-proof! When a brand dubs their signature hoodie the Year—as in the minimum length of time you can expect it to last—you know it's serious stuff. Flint and Tinder's range of goods span beyond sweats, but the heavy-duty jersey fabrics are something to behold. If you love the faded tones and extremely chill slouch of vintage sweatpants, you'll appreciate Entireworld's entire fleece-wear line.

Ace Zoom casual by mixing in oversized Oxford shirts. From boxy striped tees to drawstring chinos and rumpled Oxford shirts, everything at Alex Mill has a relaxed ease that's built for You'll feel less stressed upon contact.

Ralph Lauren makes a whole lot of clothes that are the opposite of basic—think: patchwork shearling aviator jumpsuits—but, c'mon, no one makes a better Oxford, rugby, or polo shirt. Many tech bros have made uniforms out of Everlane's streamlined basics. Whether or not you want a Zuckerberg-plain wardrobe, there's solid, building-block stuff in here for everyone.

New York designer Todd Snyder 's basics are so sophisticated, even his cotton weekend clothes and Champion sweats are nice enough to wear to dinner oh, and he does some great suiting, too. The designer also has a mesmerizing way with color. Carhartt WIP makes solid beanies, tees, and hoodies but the basics to focus on from the American brand are of the workwear variety. Chore coats, drill pants, overalls if you're feeling alive.

There are the basics you want to lay on the couch in and then there is the stuff from COS. In these modern, minimalist, sophisticated clothes, you'll be motivated to do more than just binge bad TV.

Their jeans and chinos consistently fit like a charm, and their button-downs are always the furthest thing from stuffy. Crew is a little ways past its earlys heyday of Italian blazers, denim and loafers , but it's still a solid choice for classic preppy American designs with good fabrics.

And it's only going to get better now that streetwear royalty Brendon Babenzien has officially taken the reins. Jerry Lorenzo may be more known for his high-end fashion brand, Fear of God, but his basics brand has been an immediate hit with celebs like Justin Bieber and LeBron James. It's easy to see why: relaxed, well-designed, everyday clothing at an accessible price is always a winning combination. Stockholm's Asket produces their well-made basics—from dress shirts and chinos to hoodies and jeans—with a focus on transparency, sustainability, organic materials, and circular production.

Premium fabrics and grade-A construction comes standard with Knickerbocker, who specialize in classic designs inspired by vintage workwear and sportswear. Don't miss their impeccable jersey knits and camp shirts. Cult-Loved Tees Gildan.

Gildan crew t-shirts 6-pack. Buy Now. Gildan Ultra Cotton t-shirt 2-pack. Jungmaven Jung tee. They've got chic selections in everything from denim and sweaters to outerwear and handbags. You can trust Vince to outfit your 9-to-5 wardrobe, but its effortless pieces will also look chic on the weekends. Reformation does a great job of mixing trends with elevated styles that you'll be sure to keep for a long time. Theory has all the professional basics you could ever want—and they'll last you a lifetime.

This SF-based brand creates the sleekest leather bags that won't cost you a fortune. We love the tote below, in particular, to carry heavier items like a laptop. This post was originally published on an earlier date and has since been updated. Next: All the fall-ready new arrivals you won't want to wait to buy. Nicole Eshaghpour: Donni. Allyson Payer: Agolde. Kristen Nichols: Ganni. Judith Jones: Holiday the Label.