While I in New York I got a chance to visit Save Khaki. Designer David Mullen was voted GQ's "Best New Designers In America". I have to admit, I'm a denim fanatic, but visiting the store brought me back to reality. One of the things I liked about khaki's when I worked at J Crew were all of the colors and hues they came in. The khaki's at Save Khaki are cool because they have a great feel. They're not over designed or embellished with a ton of embroidery. Just plain and simple quality cotton. The button down shirts are great too. Already hanging with the "rumpled" look they come across as casual and refined. Cashmere Sweaters and hoodies also round out the line-up for a must have addition to the closet.
At maybe 400sq feet or so, I was surprised at the size of the store. I read reviews on Yelp.com that talked about how small the place was. After leaving the store I got to thinking that when you have a great product you really don't need extra space at all. Just enough to showcase what you have to offer plus a fitting room. I guess in this case size doesn't matter! Though the prices are a little more than your average pair of khaki's, I guarantee you they will repay you in longevity. Click the title and visit the website when you get a moment.
p.s. You'll see them in JG-Smith this fall.
