Frank And Oak Style Plan is a clothing subscription box for women and men, from Canadian brand Frank And Oak. They aim to "combine classic styles, modern cuts, and innovative materials to produce style we truly get excited about."
This box was sent to us at no cost for review. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)
This review is of the Frank And Oak Style Plan for Women, which costs $25/month + free shipping.
About Frank And Oak Style Plan
The Subscription Box: Frank And Oak Style Plan
The Cost: Pay only for what you keep, and get up to 20% off of Frank And Oak's regular prices. If you return everything you receive, you'll be charged a $25 styling fee.
ACTIVE DEAL: Get $35 off your first month of Style Plan!
CODE: MSA35
The Products: Your choice of select clothing items every month or every other month. Items are selected according to your size, taste, and budget preferences–and you can log in 2 days before your box ships each month to add or remove items, or to skip the month entirely.
Ships to: The US and Canada for free, with free returns.
Good to Know: When your box ships, you're billed in full for the members-only discounted price of the items in your box, up to 20% off their retail prices. If you decide not to keep any of the items, Frank And Oak will issue a refund minus the $25 styling fee for your order.
My Review of Frank And Oak's Smart Layering Coat & Jacket
Frank And Oak has new members fill out a quick style profile that captures your sizing, style, and other preferences. (You can update your profile at any time if you want to change things up.)
I've only noticed recently that Frank And Oak lets you ask for specific types of items before they put together your options for the month. You can request at least three types of items, like shirts, jeans, or accessories. Frank And Oak will then use that info when putting together your Style Plan picks.
Frank And Oak will email you as soon as your personalized monthly picks are ready. They'll have pre-selected three items based on your preferences, but you can select other items from your monthly options instead, edit the sizes they've picked for you, or deselect items, so that your order fits your budget. (Frank And Oak picks three items for you, but you can order as many or as few as you want.)
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The Skye Recycled Wool Coat in Cardamom, Size Medium - Retail Value $269.00, Member Price $235.50
I was sooo excited to see some of Frank And Oak's new outerwear items in my picks for the month. They've designed a "system" of outerwear that can be mixed, matched, and most importantly, layered up to provide the style and warmth you're looking for. This wool coat is what they describe as a "top layer." It's pretty pricey, even with the Style Plan discount, but I find that most Frank And Oak pieces I get end up being worth the big ticket price. For one, they last. The denim doesn't get slack after a bunch of wears, they wash unbelievably well (and that's from someone who isn't all that careful about their laundry), and the fit stays the same even after months of wear. This coat seems like it's going to be in a similar boat—the recycled wool (which is cool from a sustainability perspective) is thick, soft, and sturdy. It's not stiff, but it's hearty enough that I was getting warmed up just wearing it around my office. The coat also has a silky lining, roomy pockets, a secret inner pocket, and little snap-shut tabs in the wrists and collar for mittens and such.
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In short, the coat feels as high-end as the price suggests. Really the only thing I struggled with was the cut, which wasn't as flattering as it could've been on me. I'm already broad through the shoulders and arms, so I'm used to looking a bit like Vince Lombardi in straighter-cut peacoats with boxier shoulders. If I had my way, the arms would be a smidge roomier, the shoulders a little less square, and the silhouette would kick out a bit from the waist down, rather than being more rectangular. I think they're going for a unisex vibe with the cut, which I honestly love. It's just that I think that aesthetic best works with narrower or straighter body types than mine. (Something where the coat can hang casually over shoulders in almost an oversized way.) I like the overall design and practicality of the coat too much to be put off by these little fit details, so I'll hang on to it. But FYI if you've got similar shoulders to mine, the coat may hug more than it hangs.
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The Skyline Water Repellent Packable Puffer in Black - Retail Value $129.00, Member Price $120.00
This sleek puffer jacket is considered a base layer in Frank And Oak's Smart Layering system. Unlike the Skye coat, which had a silhouette that wasn't 100% ideal for my body type, I was actually pleasantly surprised by how this bomber-style jacket suited me. It's hard to knock a black jacket, especially one with Thinsulate lining and a ton of secret pockets. Check these out:
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This layer feels light as a feather—it's barely bulkier than a blazer—but it's surprisingly warm. They offer the same basic style as a sleeveless vest, too, if that's more your thing.
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Okay, let's put it all together! Wearing the topcoat over the black quilted jacket is definitely warm and cozy, if a bit tight through the shoulders. Of course, I'm wearing a turtleneck under it all, which probably adds to the bulkiness. (I always try coats on with thicker tops, just so I know how the coat will fit with my actual winter wardrobe.)
Verdict: Frank And Oak Style Plan is a fun way to add to my wardrobe in a sustainable way. (Did you know Frank And Oak just became a Certified B Corporation? They're taking sustainable fashion seriously.) The looks are high-quality and capture the cool, yet versatile style I like. As for the Smart Layering system? It's, well, layering. Nothing revolutionary about the concept. But the recycled, cruelty-free materials are a huge plus for me—I love knowing that my coat isn't just super snuggly, but stylish and earth-friendly to boot. I think the biggest obstacle with the Smart Layering system is that it requires you to purchase multiple pricey pieces. However! Each of the individual items I tried were awesome on their own. (If I had to pick one item, I'd probably go for the longer coat, which is probably the best, most versatile match for the Pennsylvania winter.)
To Wrap Up:
Can I still get this box if I sign up today? Each Frank And Oak Style Plan box is customized based on your preferences, so what you get will likely be different than what I did. Follow the product links above to see if these specific items are still available individually, and sign up for your own Style Plan to discover even more great looks!
ACTIVE DEAL: Get $35 off your first month of Style Plan!
CODE: MSA35
Value Breakdown: The retail price for the three items I received this month is $398.00, but the member price is $355.50. That means you save $42.50 when you join the Style Plan.
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