Critical Shopping

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For this week's Critical Shopper, Jon Caramanica stopped by Personnel of New York. Perfect, for couples, he writes: "It is possible to be post-fashion, the store proposes, and still be mindful of what you wear in a way that quietly acknowledges a working understanding of style without flashing it in neon lights. The looks prioritize comfort, but they don't lean on it like a crutch." [NYT]