May - Top 10

Rounding up this month's best items!

The best time of the month is back, which means it’s time to round up the top items of the month and let me tell you, things are looking hot! The Top 10 series has become my favorite segment of the newsletter, allowing us to dive back, reaccess, and ultimately discuss some of the hottest picks as decided by the SNLetter community. In today’s news round-up, we have some expected home runs, some picks that I’m pleasantly surprised about, and one specific item that I’m super happy to see in today’s list.

For all of our new readers, the Top 10 rankings are based on the total amount of engagement across all IG posts for the specific month. The more likes, the higher the chance of that item making the Top 10 list for the month!

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10. UNIVERSAL WORKS WINDCHEATER

A simple jacket with some low-key details always has room in anyone’s wardrobe, so why not add this Windcheater from Universal Works? For those who are looking for a very light jacket option should definitely consider this one. Also comes in navy!

9. THE REAL MCCOY’S 30s SPORTS JACKET

I’ve been deep in the world of leathers, and when I saw this deerskin sports jacket from The Real McCoy’s I knew it was a wrap. I did find some photos of this same piece that has some wear in it, and it’s looking beautiful!

8. FUGAZI TWO TONE MULE

I recently had a chance to check out the Fugazi footwear in person and I was pleasantly surprised at the quality—the footwear, and clothes are really solid and there is no surprise to see these in this month’s list. Really enjoying the wider toe box shape for maximum comfort.

7. NEEDLES WESTERN SPORT JACKET

This one is all about the stitching details. If it were me I would get rid of those two butterflies and make it even more low-key but at the same time that is the Needles classic branding which isn’t all that bad.

6. GUESS USA CRACKED LEATHER JACKET

Now this next one had everyone and their moodboards in a headlock for a hot second. I’m actually surprised that it only got #6, but it is what it is. Simple leather will always be a vibe, mix in a little bit of purple and this is a statement piece that you won’t want to stop wearing.

5. SUPREME x CLARKS ORIGINALS

Good to see Clarks making its way back to the list with this collaboration with Supreme. While the Wallabee’s are hot, what I really enjoyed was the lookbook that came along with it.

4. PARABOOT MONTANA

Now you might be wondering why a boot is being featured during a summer Top 10 list and I’m here to tell you that boots and shorts are in! This women’s Paraboot Montana really grabbed the people’s attention—maybe it’s that low profile mixed in with the blue.

3. PALACE MASSIMO FORZA CREW

Seems like Palace is a fan favorite because this is a brand that keeps getting its placement in the monthly Top 10 — The soccer inspired pieces have been home runs for the brand and it doesn’t look like things are going to change anytime soon.

2. SCARPA MOJITO WRAP

I’m beyond excited to see these make it on the list — Approach shoes have been my secret obsession recently. An approach shoe newsletter is in the works so stay tuned for that. The Mojito Wrap makes for a good every day contender that doubles as an amazing hiking/climbing shoe. A lot of great colors to choose from and comes at a reasonable price.

1. RICE NINE TEN KNITTED JERSEY

Knits are hot, jerseys are hot, but what happens when we combine the two? We get the future! This Rice Nine Ten ended up blowing every item out of the water, and rightfully so because this is a really nice, simple piece.

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This concludes the May Top 10! As usual, big thank you to everyone who keeps on engaging with all of the content posted on the IG, which ultimately decide what gets ranked on these lists. In case you missed it, here is a round up of this month’s past newsletters that you should give a read—

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