Staff Picks
All the pieces we're snagging for ourselves. Catch up on last month's issue here.
HILL PETERSON
Sales Associate, LA Shop (with Mashburn since 2012)
A few words to describe their style
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Randall Cartwright
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Snuff Suede Double Monks
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Camping and snowboarding gear
"I love the weight so much because it's extra chunky, yet so breathable. I'm as much for styling this suit with a crisp dress shirt as I am with a t-shirt and sneakers."
"Out of all our cord chinos, I think the Pine is leading the pack for favorite color (but I need all three if we're being honest). I wore cords like these when I was in school and they remind me of that late 90's fit, but with a bit of a cleaned-up look. I could be easily swayed to add the Pine Butcher for a real chilled-out suit."
"One of my favorite things I own. A customer once said I should keep it by my bed in case of an earthquake. I take mine on any camping trip, and it attaches perfectly to my hiking pack. And as Henry David Thoreau said, 'Chop your own wood and it will warm you twice.'"
GEORGE GITZENDANNER
Sales Associate, Houston Shop (with Mashburn since 2019)
A few words to describe their style
Traditional gentleman
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JFK
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Navy High-Twist Suit
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Brooks Brothers, Jos. A. Bank Reserve
"The knit on this sweater takes me back 40+ years to the classic 'fisherman's sweater.' Warm with mixed-knit patterns, yielding a gorgeous garment with a light heft. A wonderful top over jeans or our latest corduroy Field Chino (I love the lavender)!"
"I love the mid-blue color of this suit, plus it's a bit heftier of a fabric. We talk about sharkskin fabric as having a 'stair step' pattern, and this one does. The fabric has a bit of texture (but definitely not a hopsack). The color is very wearable if you're not tied to navy. All in all a wonderful 'blue suit!'"
"If (and when) the freezing cold hits Houston like it did last year, the warmth of cashpad will be wonderful! The length of this jacket covers a sport coat, and the navy nylon 'works' with everything from denim bottoms to grey flannel."
"I blew most of my annual Mashburn clothing allowance on these! They are beautiful, elegant, and understated all at the same time. Make a confident yet quiet style statement wearing them (I do just that two-three days per week). Super easy and soft fit (I sized down 1/2 size). Do not hesitate!"
Patrick B. Ware
Senior Associate, Dallas Shop (with Mashburn since 2023)
A few words to describe their style
Classic, minimal, modern, comfortable, and monochromatic
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Ralph Lauren
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Military Jacket
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Z Zegna
"The feel, the weight, the colors... Everything is perfect about this sweater. The earthy, neutral tones go with everything. Natural denim will complete the look. Great outfit to wear to a nice dinner."
"Wear it over our Kincaid No. 3 Suit in Mid-Grey High-Twist paired with our Spread Collar Dress Shirt in Dutch Blue Graph Check Poplin and Silk Woven Tie in Red/Blue/Bone Stripe. A great fall look."
"Paired with the Spread Collar Sport Shirt in Bone/Hunter/Brown Tattersall Brushed Twill, this is a great outfit to go shopping at Mashburn or brunch on the patio."
"I would wear this with the coordinating dress trouser to a holiday party where I know I want to be cool and comfortable all evening long."
THOMAS GWYN
Sales Associate, Atlanta Shop (with Mashburn since 2021)
A few words to describe their style
Traditional with western, military and workwear influence. Versatile and hardwearing.
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Pat Riley
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Playboy Chukka
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Levi's, Air Jordan, Birkenstock, 3sixteen
"The perfect high-low coat. You can wear it with jeans and a sweater, or throw it on over a suit. I love the structure, and navy goes with everything. Every guy needs this in their closet."
"Feels like Native American meets New England. Super comfortable upper with a flexible crepe sole. Zero break in period with these. They look great with 5-pockets, sport trousers, or even a corduroy suit."
"This jacket and the coordinating Field Chino have an incredible color that changes with the light. More of Bro-live (Editor's Note: brown + olive; it's a thing). I love how many looks you can get out of these two pieces. You can wear the full suit, wear the jacket as a sport coat with jeans or dress trousers, or just wear the trouser with a navy blazer or nice sweater. A lot of bang for your buck here."
"We donāt do a ton of black shoes, so these are special. The leather has a natural shine to it, and the handsewn has a classic yet updated look for a penny loafer. I wear these with everything from shorts to dress trousers."
CHRIS KIDD
Associate, DC Shop (with Mashburn since 2021)
A few words to describe their style
Classic, collars and stripes
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Paul Newman
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Anything high-twist
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Todd Snyder, Shockoe Atelier, old J.Crew
"The do-all boots without looking like you're about to climb Mount Everest."
"I'm always excited when it gets cold enough to wear this, and then I wear it almost every day. It's the perfect weight when it's in the 50s, and it serves as a great layering piece for colder days."
"Probably my favorite sweater of the season so far. Really warm, but not too chunky. Nice texture to it with the ability to wear it with jeans or trousers. Will definitely be in heavy rotation this fall and winter."
"I've been searching for this piece for years. It's the perfect jacket to elevate an outfit without going to a blazer."
TONY BRAND
Senior Manager, NYC Shop (with Mashburn since 2023)
A few words to describe their style
Classic with an occasional pop of color
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Redford, McQueen, Evans, George Cortina
All-time favorite Mashburn piece
Cashball Traveler's Vest
Other than SM, most closet space goes to...
Anderson & Sheppard, Ralph Lauren, Brunello Cucinelli, Turnbull & Asser, Trunk
"I love anything navy, and corduroy is warm and timely in NYC."
"Perfect under a blazer or with any outerwear piece."
"The button closure (versus a zipper) is elegant, and the filling is softer than down. An added bonus: no protruding feathers."
"This shirt can work all 12 months a year, and Iām a sucker for any shade of blue."