The HALO Report 4.22.26: Green
West Coast Slacker style superiority, the nuances of polyester, Tess Elizabeth’s deadstock delights, a Jughead-core cap, fashion for babies (on sale!), and more.
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“420” was gifted to our culture by a group of Californian high schoolers in the ‘70s who would meet at 4:20 PM to search for a mythical cannabis crop allegedly abandoned by the grower near their campus. Coincidentally situated near Earth Day and around the time the Northern Hemisphere really comes into pre-summer bloom, the week of 4/20 is a great excuse to reexamine often-underutilized or mocked movements like the hippies of the 60s and 70s, whose fringe, beaded headbands, and painted peace signs are yet to manifest in a strong way in contemporary fashion, though tie-dye made its best effort during the first quarantine summer (remember that?). The color green is also a fitting inspiration for this time of year, whether it’s preppy Kelly reemerging from twee of yore or the more 2020s-coded chartreuse. Just know we’re listening to Janis Joplin a ND watching Freaks and Geeks (bring back the green army jacket!) today as we peruse news of West Coast Slacker style superiority, the nuances of polyester, Tess Elizabeth’s deadstock delights, a Jughead-core cap, fashion for babies (on sale!), and more.
The latest long-ish reads from the brightest minds in fashion and beyond.
CRACD’s Hannah Mosman writes of “West coast slacker superiority,” style-wise, citing stoner icons like The Dude and Tai from Clueless as underrated fashion inspiration and breaking down exactly what makes the burnout vibe so beautiful.
True Style’s Lakyn Carlton writes “Poly Ok?” as a treatise on the goods and bads, do’s and dont’s, and pros and cons of polyester as a material for garments—it’s a much more nuanced analysis than what we usually see and is a helpful tool in deciding whether or not to invest in a garment that uses synthetic fibers or to try and find a natural alternative.
Citing newer fragrance brands like Discothèque and more established ones like ELDO, “Bringing Sexy Back” by Zhenya Tsenzharyk for HALOSCOPE discusses the work the scent industry is putting in to re-eroticize beauty in a time of low libidos and sex-negativity.
For those of you feeling a void in your life you just can’t place, Sarah Isenberg’s latest article for Craft Club might fill it: “RIP Joann Crafts 💔 Here’s Where I Buy Craft Supplies Instead” is self-explanatory, with plenty of options in-person for NYC-ers and online for those of us elsewhere.
It might be a hard pill to swallow, but in “My Years-Long Breakup With the Baggu Medium Crescent,” Yeehawt’s MacKinley Jade does a great job of sussing out the issues with the beloved bag and finding a more sustainable AND stylish alternative (for sub-$40!).
What to keep in mind — and look forward to — in the past and coming weeks.
Tess Elizabeth uses vintage designs and deadstock fabrics to bring romantic clothing and accessories to life and to give old fabrics a second chance at life. The team sent over a Lark Collar and I was shocked at its high quality (not a loose thread or scratchy corner in sight) and versatility, even as someone with more androgynous style—as suggested in the product photos, the coolest way to wear this piece is slung casually over a boxy vintage T-shirt, but the possibilities are truly endless (imagine layering multiple collars for a maximalist, textured look!). With stock like hand-embroidered blouses and vintage cameo lockets, Tess Elizabeth renders shopping secondhand seamless and exciting for those who prefer online buying to poring through stores in person.
Following up a much-fêted collaboration between Old Navy and Christopher John Rogers (still available in some styles and sizes), Gap x Victoria Beckham is set to release on 4/29 and may ride on the coattails of the CJR high, though Beckham’s capsule is a lot more subdued, featuring mostly business-casual basics and loungewear.
With many pieces pictured in outfits featuring Vibram FiveFingers shoes, Damson Madder’s high summer 2026 knows its audience, serving up primary-colored harlequin print swimsuits and vintage-inspired lace-insert blouses to be styled in off-kilter ways with an eye toward sportiness and subversion of femininity.
Summer is NOT, contrary to popular belief, the time to pack away your knitwear, as proven by James Street Co’s SS26, featuring breezy knit shorts, zip cardigans, and more yarn-forward styles that will serve you well into the warm months.
Ludovic de Saint Sernin’s SS26 translates the label’s vampiric sensibilities into pieces suitable for warmer weather, with femme Lestat-coded lace blouses and drop-waist, eyelet-decked dresses that beg to be danced in on an 85 degree night (ideally on vacation in New Orleans).
The oft-copied, never-comparable Urte Kat releases its SS26, featuring an array of breezy, louche black dresses with quirky details like built-in ties or capes, weird but wearable accessories like a Jughead Jones-style crown cap, and the pièce de résistance: a top labeling its wearer as “GIRL DOING THE EXACT RIGHT AMOUNT OF FASHION.”
From flawlessly-executed jersey capris to glass-hearted chokers and casual but intentional beaded dresses, Lucille Thièvre’s SS26 is now at at Maimoun and primed for pre-summer shopping.
Less about impulse buys — and more about tracking discounts on the pieces already on your wishlist.
Tapestry totes, peplum going-out tops, slingback sandals and more are up to 50% off in the Ganni private sale, just in time for the changing of the seasons.
For those with stylish babies, Maisonette takes an extra 15% off a large selection of its site with SPRINGFEVER (in addition to the coles baby clothes and gear possible to find online, it also offers shockingly cutting-edge adult togs and accessories).
If you are planning on a spring haul, purchases over £500 earn 25% off at LN-CC, with options like suede Acne flats, Miu Miu sunglasses, and Jacquemus bags that fall under the sale umbrella.
Studs offers 25% off sitewide in its seasonal sale, making this the perfect time to stock up on earrings with mercifully flat backs that will make you forget the torturous days of trying to sleep after a Claire’s ear piercing ever happened.
Pete Davidson-directed sock brand Doublesoul offers up to 50% off selected pieces in its archive sale, including pieces from collaborations with the likes of Beepy Bella and Mina Le. I have tried Doublesoul socks before and can attest that you can get years of wear out of a pair!
Quirked-up athletics brand H-O-R-S-E offers 20% off almost everything with YEAR1, from perfectly-cut polo sweatshirts to quintessential ribbed socks. 🌀