Per tradition, 2022 brought forth a chaotic salad of sartorial trends: coastal grandmother, Barbiecore, Horse Girl. We saw leather trenches, Hawaiian shirts, Western boots (welcome palate cleansers on the heels of the stubborn, lingering prairie dress phenomenon). And while the new year is, indeed, fast approaching, there's still ample time for yet another sartorial obsession to take hold.
On that note, allow us to introduce you to "fancore," an answer to the delicacy of the whole balletcore phenomenon. It's the less dainty, cold weather-appropriate, athletics-inspired moment we've all been waiting for. It's democratic: designed for the tried and true football loyalists and the less, umm, committed spectators. Consider the timing at hand: Football season is looming. Inevitably, there will be games to watch and teams to stan. And if you plan on screening any football this season — or being in the general vicinity of other people who are committed to football spectatorship — you might as well seize the sartorial opportunity therein. We're talking vintage team tees, classic dad hats, beanies, and oversized coach jackets.
So, in service of your impending Fangirl Fall, we've culled together the trendiest NFL merch on the market. Whether you're heading to a tailgate, or the club, rest assured that you're spearheading a fashion movement in the process. As the old adage goes: clear eyes, cute tops, can't lose.
Philadelphia Eagles NFL Earring Set
If you're going for subtlety, give your team a quiet shoutout by way of your earlobe adornment. Mix up your classic ear-scape and introduce some NFL-branded studs or dangling hoops into the mix, because fandom can be elegant, too.
BaubleBar Philadelphia Eagles NFL Earring Set, $, available at NFL Shop
Women’s WEAR Cropped Sponge Hoodie
Few fashion dilemmas are quite so relatable as the struggle to find weather-appropriate going-out tops. So if you don't feel like rocking bulky knitwear on the dance floor, opt for a cropped NFL hoodie instead. It's warm, it's sporty, and it's a given that strangers will talk football at you while you wear it.
NFL Shop WEAR Black Cropped Sponge Fleece Pullover, $, available at NFL Shop
2022 Sideline 59FIFTY Fitted Hat
You're no stranger to the whole dad hat phenomenon — but this season, we're mixing things up a bit with a classic fitted hat. Lean into the old school shtick and leave your authentication sticker on the brim (can't have folks thinking you're sporting a knock-off).
NFL 2022 Sideline 59FIFTY Fitted, $, available at NFL Shop
Tommy Hilfiger Varsity Stripe Rugby Polo
Menswear has been trending for some time now: Oversized oxfords, blazers, slacks. Repurpose the look for the cozier months with a vintage, collegiate-inspired team logo rugby shirt. We assure you: It's the new band tee.
NFL Shop Tommy Hilfiger Varsity Stripe Rugby Polo, $, available at NFL Shop
2022 Cold Weather Pom Knit
We're expecting a major pom-pom renaissance this winter — but regardless of your sentiments on the pom revival, a beanie is a cold-weather must. So, for the sake of versatility, rather than repping a major fashion house, swap your go-to designer logo for that of your local sports team.
New Era 2022 Cold Weather Pom Knit Hat, $, available at NFL Shop
M&N Galaxy Full-Zip Windbreaker
Tie-dye has made quite the comeback since your summer camp days of yore. So right now, as an homage to your team of choice, forgo your plain, standard-issue tee and rock your tie-dye in the form of an NFL-emblazoned zip-up windbreaker.
NFL Shop Mitchell & Ness Red Galaxy Full-Zip Windbreaker Hoodie, $, available at NFL Shop
Mitchell & Ness Red/Black Big Face Pullover Sweatshirt
We've been watching major designers make use of the patchwork trend for years — so why not apply the quilting ethos to your football apparel? This Mitchell & Ness sweatshirt fuses together disparate team logos for your perfect fan-forward stitch-work outer layer.
NFL Mitchell & Ness Red/Black Big Face Pullover Sweatshirt, $, available at NFL Shop
Mitchell & Ness Head Coach Pullover Hoodie
Fashion has always been about embracing a strategic high-low ratio...so why not start with a classic varsity coach hoodie? This quintessential Mitchell & Ness pullover is just begging for a blazer and an over-the-knee boot.
Mitchell & Ness Mitchell & Ness Yellow/Red Head Coach Pullover Hoodie, $, available at NFL Shop
Homage Titans Nashville Hot Chicken T-Shirt
Long live the reign of the graphic tee. But seriously, in the time since your Delia's Catalog Era, the graphic tee has made leaps and bounds. And right now, few iterations are as beloved as the classic unisex fit shirt, complete with a localized "hometown" logo.
NFL Homage Titans Nashville Hot Chicken T-Shirt, $, available at NFL Shop
NFL x Staple Quarter-Zip Pullover Jacket
This particular (waterproof) layer is giving us '80s windbreaker-meets-après-ski energy — and for that reason, it's just the right layer to keep you warm throughout the holidays. Depending on the *vibe* you're going for, the shell can skew equal parts basic and maximalist.
NFL NFL x Staple Quarter-Zip Pullover Jacket, $, available at NFL Shop
CeeDee Lamb Dallas Cowboys Nike Jersey
An oversized jersey is one of those things that simply will never go out of style. It represents fandom, utility — and it'll pair well with everything from a mini skirt to leggings to your heat-tech turtleneck.
NFL CeeDee Lamb Dallas Cowboys Nike Jersey, $, available at NFL Shop
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Call it the House of Gucci effect, but skiing has never been a cooler hobby. And us snow bunnies are very here for it. Whether you're hitting Deer Valley or Stratton, it doesn't matter if you're a newbie or a seasoned shredder — you'll want to get kitted out so you can hit the slopes in style.
Skiing and snowboarding are notoriously expensive sports to take up, but quality gear can be found in places you may not have thought to look: From H&M to ASOS to Free People, you don't need to break the bank to find functional, fashionable pieces to cool you down while you're ripping double black diamonds (one day) or keep you warm while you're doing theaprèsthing.
Ahead, we've picked out some of the best items you need for any snowy trip: outerwear and suits, base layers, socks, gloves, and goggles. You'll, of course, need your actual skis, poles, a helmet, and boots — but let's leave that to the rental shop.
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Sweaty Betty Peaks Half Zip Ski Base Layer
Let's start with the basics: Once you start moving, you'll quickly shed that jacket and want to feel more free and agile on the slopes. Formfitting base layers that are thin, smooth, moisture-wicking, and odor-resistant will allow you to do just that — and in style when you shed your jacket at the lodge.
Sweaty Betty Peaks Half Zip Ski Base Layer Top, $, available at Sweaty Betty
Sweaty Betty Peaks Ski Base Layer Leggings, $, available at Sweaty Betty
Mountain Hardwear FireFall/2 Insulated Pant
You'll also need waterproof but breathable ski pants, which will keep the snow out while zippered vents let your body breathe as you get warm dipping and diving down those slopes.
Mountain Hardwear FireFall/2 Insulated Pant, $, available at Backcountry
FP Movement All Prepped Bibb
Another option: Overall-like bibs, which are perfect for adjusting length while also being extremely chic.
FP Movement All Prepped Bibb, $, available at Free People
OOSC Rainbow Road ski suit in white
Ski suits don't just play to our inner peacock; they're an instant H2T 'fit that's equal parts retro and Instagram fodder.
OOSC Rainbow Road ski suit in white, $, available at ASOS
Lululemon Down for It All Vest
Layers are absolutely key when it comes to staying comfortable on the mountain. A puffer vest like Lululemon's down version will keep you warm while adding minimal bulk underneath a waterproof shell.
Lululemon Down for It All Vest, $, available at Lululemon
The North Face Dragline Jacket
A high collar is preferable on a jacket to protect your neck from both sunshine and snow getting in and dripping down your back (yuck), but other than that, it's all about playing around with print and color.
The North Face Dragline Jacket, $, available at The North Face
Alo Aspen Love Puffer Jacket
Bring on the brrr with this cropped puffer, which features zippered side pockets that are key for holding your phone and valuables secure while on the slopes. Plus, a removable hood allows you to keep your noggin warm — or not.
Alo Yoga Aspen Love Puffer Jacket, $, available at Alo Yoga
H&M Jacquard-knit Sweater
This pullover half-zip is quintessential après-ski chic but at a decidedly affordable price.
If you're looking to be the most stylish person on the slopes, look no further than this sleek printed suit.
Perfect Moment Star II Suit, $, available at Shopbop
Smith Optics Goggles
Look for goggles that have side vents and double screens so condensation doesn't build up inside and cloud your vision. The darker the lens, the better for tackling brighter, sunny skies, too. And remember to apply sunscreen all over your face to avoid awkward tan lines.
Pretty self-explanatory, but do make sure you buy gloves with cinched wrists, whether it's toggle ties or elasticated fabric. Because if snow gets in there, you'll have freezing cold mitts all day. Our favorites include insulated, quilted mittens like this Dakine pair.
Dakine Fleetwood Mitten, $, available at Backcountry
The North Face Shelbe Raschel Etip Gloves
If mittens don't give you the flexibility and mobility you crave on the slopes, insulated gloves are the way to go. We love this reliable North Face pair that has e-tips so you can still take selfies from the chairlift.
The North Face Shelbe Raschel Etip Gloves, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Spyder Pivot
When it comes to keeping your face protected, buffs and balaclavas are all you need. Look for ones made of a technical, lightweight fabric that allows for easy breathability while shielding you from harsh wind and snow.
Socks may not seem like a make-or-break thing when it comes to skiing, but trust us — your feet will thank you for investing in a pair (or two). The extra cushion, moisture-wicking fabric, and reinforced shin area all help to support your foot and offer respite from uncomfortable rented snow boots.
When Jennifer Nisan started her Instagram account @frontrowlive, dedicated to sourcing luxury goods, in 2018, she had no clear vision for her newfound project. A lifelong lover of fashion and a former intern at Elle Magazine and Marie Claire, Nisan found herself worlds apart from the industry she once loved, finishing up a master’s degree in social work and raising four kids. “I had no idea what I was going to do [professionally],” the 29-year-old tells Refinery29. “I just wanted to show the things that I liked and show people my taste.”
But what started as a personal project quickly became a fully-fledged business, with Nisan entering the world of fashion sourcing, a field dedicated to hunting hard-to-find fashion items for clients. And that’s largely thanks to social media. On TikTok, the hashtag #personalshopper has over 500 million views, while on Instagram, the same hashtag has over 7 million posts. “Social media has made it so convenient,” says Nisan of how her customers have found her.
In 2018, Nisan posted a photo on @frontrowlive of a Gucci “Globetrotter” handbag, a $2,000 double-G monogrammed beauty case that doubles as a handbag from the brand’s fall 2018 collection. This got the attention of a close friend, who called her the next day to ask where she’d found it. “She was like, ‘I want one. I’ve been looking for one for like six months,’” Nisan remembers. “I just started digging through every single Gucci store I could think of, and, after 15 calls, one said there was one in the back,” she says. Word quickly got around: First, another friend asked for the same Gucci bag, and soon after, she was sourcing 10 items per week.
“My main goal is to connect clients to the store,” says Nisan. “I just charge people for my time. And this allows the client to build their own relationship with brands, too.” (Nisan’s fee varies depending on the product.)
Gab Waller also saw her sourcing business take off thanks to Instagram. Six months into launching her services in her native Australia, Waller saw a request from an acquaintance who was looking for a rare Phoebe Philo-era Celine coat per the request of supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley on Instagram stories. As luck would have it, Waller already knew where to locate it: A week before, she had spoken with a boutique in Denmark that had the piece. “That really gave my business a global perspective,” Waller tells Refinery29.
Four years later, Waller sources items for celebrities like Hailey Bieber, Khloe Kardashian, and Hilary Duff. Most recently, she was behind a pair of Balenciaga sunglasses that Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast member Dorit Kemsley wore to BravoCon in New York City, as well as a pair of crystal-encrusted Saint Laurent boots worn by Bieber. Although she now works with some of the biggest fashion trendsetters in pop culture, Waller says that her services are open to anyone that can pay her $200 flat fee. “It was important to me to kind of be accessible to all,” she says. “Every client is meant to feel like a VIP.”
New York-based stylist and personal shopper Mary Higham has a similar approach. While she holds no celeb clients in her roster, she’s focused on private clients based outside of fashion capitals. “What I discovered was so different about New York City, versus most other cities in the country, is just the access to affordable luxury, especially of a secondhand market,” she says. Back in 2018, when she first started, Higham was based in Washington, D.C., where she’d gather requests from local friends that she’d fulfill on trips to New York City: “And then people started referring other people to me saying, ‘Oh, my gosh, you have to talk to this girl. She’ll find you the greatest thing.” Four years later, Higham has amassed clients all over the United States, growing from an initial roster of 15 to a network of over 300.
Higham regularly finds herself at consignment shops and sample stores in New York City, where she now lives full-time, sending pictures of her finds to clients she thinks would be into the pieces. “I have a client, for example, in Virginia, that has very exacting tastes. The shoes can’t be flat but they also can’t be higher than a one-inch heel, and she also wants shoes that nobody else has, so they have to be a little quirky or whacky,” Higham says. “These are women that like certain brands and they like a certain level of luxury, and they want assistance in sourcing that.”
Most recently, Waller sourced Louis Vuitton vintage jewelry boxes from all over the world, while Higham went to a Balenciaga sample sale, where a client spent upward of $3,000 on a dress and a handbag. Meanwhile, Nisan spent days looking for a pair of crocodile boots that retailed for $15,000, as well as attending some of the biggest shows during New York and Paris Fashion Weeks.
Shopping for others and attending runway shows while making money may sound too good to be true. But, according to these fashion sourcing experts, their day-to-day is often filled with more spreadsheets and shipping labels than window shopping. Waller, for example, receives upwards of 100 requests per day, which she says all go into an internal database she refers to as “the beast,” that’s tackled by her and her 10-person team. Nisan also works with an internal spreadsheet that keeps track of all the orders she’s ever fulfilled. Then, there’s also the carrying — which, according to Higham, can involve “six bags of headbands out of the Lele Sadoughi sample sale” — boxing, and shipping items to clients. “It’s not always glamorous,” she says.
Still, fulfilling their client’s wishes while pursuing the thrill of the hunt is what keeps them going. “Being able to source things for people makes them so excited,” says Higham. “They’re so happy about their treasures.”
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