by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Denim Workshirt Is an Old-School Original

When I think about my favorite menswear brands, I think about companies that take great care to go the extra mile in delivering high-quality, durable, rugged and stylish gear — a high bar to clear, but truly, it’s a situation that when you know, you really know (as we so often talk about on this Brooklyn style blog).

Over the years — and especially if you’ve read this blog — I’ve found that the California style purveyors at Buck Mason deliver dependable quality, a stylish sense of purpose and a commitment to old-school-meets-modern design that’s nearly unmatched.

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And so it goes with the latest from the famed California menswear brand in one of the best denim shirts for men, a tried-and-true ode to the best denim workshirts that simply can’t be beat, at least not in this day and age. As you look to refresh your wardrobe in rugged fashion for 2026 and beyond, look to the rugged charms and reliable build of the Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt, a modern homage to an all-tie classic.

Right off the bat, it’s not hard to see that your new favorite denim shirt takes its cues from throwback style, with the sort of build that would certainly speak to an old-school style icon like Paul Newman or Robert Redford — never bad style icons to turn towards for inspiration, right? The Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt draws its good looks from 1950s denim workshirts, and then uses midweight Japanese cotton denim for toughness, a sturdy finish and layering potential aplenty.

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The Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt uses an 8oz. Japanese denim from Yagi Mills with a yarn-dyed finish, and then the iconic modern menswear brand goes to work by using thread, stitching, buttons and pocket shape detailing that are each “faithfully reproduced” according to the 1950s original.

It’s an exceptional level of detail that shines through in every stitch, whether you choose to pair the Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt with tobacco-hued chinos, olive chinos, burgundy corduroy pants or tan canvas work pants — this durable, rugged men’s denim shirt can stand up to pursuits in matters of men’s style or your daily grind with ease, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Take Up to 50 Percent Off the Best Winter Menswear at this Billy Reid Sale

Billy Reid winter menswear.

It’s like I often say here on this Brooklyn menswear blog — when given the chance to shop some of the best winter menswear at a discount, or really, the best menswear in any season, it’s high time you strike while the iron is hot. After all, the chance to score refined, versatile menswear from a top-notch designer — like Billy Reid, as luck would have it –doesn’t come around all that often.

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And the Billy Reid Winter Sale right now is serving up some of the best of the best across the board — it doesn’t hurt that these are selections, from the utterly classic Billy Reid Bond Peacoat to durable-yet-handsome blue jeans, a rugged henley and the brand’s elegant cardigans — that you can actually wear right now, in the midst of the brisk season at hand.

In this neck of the woods, I’m a fan of everything from Billy Reid’s rugged hunting jacket to, of course, the famed peacoat worn by James Bond. And right now, this sale serves up stellar discounts (and a crop of Final Sale items) on long-sleeve polos, textured printed shirts, moleskin trousers and a luxe take on the classic crewneck sweater, among other style staples.

In the right hands, even the laidback hooded sweatshirt gets a luxurious finish, something you can certainly see for yourself when you scour the offerings up for grabs at the Billy Reid Winter Sale.

The famed Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt in a number of plaid designs and rich winter colors also gets marked down in price, and easygoing selections like quarter-zip sweaters are under the gun in terms of discounts — for a limited time! — within the Billy Reid Winter Sale.

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Again, it’s a joy to see so many winter style essentials on offer at prices you don’t tend to find all that often with an ultra-premium, elegant designer like Billy Reid — and yet, with Americana inspiration in every stitch and plenty of dependability and attention to detail, I’m willing to bet that just about anything you score during the Billy Reid Winter Sale will deliver what you seek.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Pack the Herschel Novel Duffle for Your Next Winter Weekend Getaway

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Perhaps even by now, you’re starting to feel restless and simply itching to get out and about on another winter getaway — a quick ski trip, a cabin retreat, a weekend in a small town upstate. Before you can hit the road, take care when it comes down to not only what you’re packing — a handsome shawl cardigan or a trusty chambray shirt or the right pair of leather boots, for instance — but take good care when it comes to precisely what you’re packing your favorite menswear in.

As far as your everyday carry essentials are concerned, that’s where Herschel Supply Co. goes a long way in sorting out how to haul your gear in style — with performance in mind — from point A to point B.

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The company is no stranger to this Brooklyn style and gear blog, known for affordable, durable and compact, easy-to-carry backpacks, tote bags, dopp kits and of course, the iconic Herschel Novel Duffle shown at the top of the page.

A premium extension of the rest of the product lineup — which incorporates an array of bold and vibrant colors alongside durable materials like nylon — the Herschel Novel Duffle is marked down 40 percent off right now, a prime find as far as the best duffle bags and the best weekender bags for men are concerned.

Herschel Novel Duffle review.

Crafted from 100 percent recycled polyester for weather-ready performance and stain resistance, the Herschel Novel Duffle comes in crisp ‘Darkest Navy,’ as the company notes, and also features ultra-premium, eye-catching vegetable-tanned leather detailing and leather handles.

The removable webbing shoulder strap offers comfortable carrying from point A to point B, while the Herschel Novel Duffle is also packed with pockets — like an internal storage sleeve, a zippered mesh pocket and a side sleeve pocket for easy access to your menswear and EDC favorites.

And with 43 liters of carrying capacity, the sleek and stylish Herschel Novel Duffle manages to hold the right gear for a weekend away, all the while stowing with ease in an overhead bin or the trunk of your car. With the durability and design of the efficient and effective Herschel Novel Duffle, the only thing left to do is to figure out where to hit the road next, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: These Rugged Workwear Boots from Huckberry are the Discounted Footwear Move Your Closet Needs

As we step assuredly into the winter season and the new year, I’d wager that the right pair of rugged leather boots for men can, in some cases, make all the difference in matters of form and function. Throw in a pair that’s tried-and-true, tested for work as well as serious style points and durability, and you might say we’re cookin’ with gas, as the adage goes.

That’s why I tend to trust the good folks at Huckberry, keen observers of the best winter menswear and keen sellers of durable, Americana-inspired and utterly classic men’s style all around.

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And so it goes with today’s on-sale pick, a barnburner of a discount from the Huckberry Sale section revolving around the Rhodes Footwear Work Wedge Chelsea Boots.

As at home on the shop floor or near the drafting table as they are seated at your favorite bar stool beneath the cuff of a perfect pair of indigo jeans, these stylish Chelsea boots for men excel at both work and play, quite literally — and they’re on sale right now in the Huckberry Sale section, my friends.

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Rugged gear made for the moment at hand is always a treat to find at a bargain (the Rhodes Footwear Work Wedge Chelsea Boots are marked down to $211 from $248), and these tough work Chelsea boots pack in a laundry list of features along with their traditional workwear good looks.

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The Rhodes Footwear Work Wedge Chelsea Boots boast textured full-grain leather uppers constructed in Leon, Mexico, a place known for its fine footwear craftsmanship.

The lightweight Meramec PU outsole, on the other hand, offers grip, rebound, comfort and support, while you’ll note that these boots feature reinforced leather in key stress spots (like the top of the vamp, where the heel meets the shaft of the boot — the details make the difference, my friends!).

Dual pull tabs offer an easy-on, easy-off wearing experience, as do the elastic side gores — these are tough-as-nails Chelsea boots as fit for wearing with canvas work pants and a henley-plus-waxed trucker jacket as they are with a light wash denim shirt and dark indigo blue jeans for casually contrasting, off-duty style. You might not get all that many chances to score a pair of the best Chelsea boots for men like the Rhodes Footwear Work Wedge Chelsea Boots, so I’d urge you to jump at the chance — happy shopping, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Bristol Cardigan – An Old-School, Seriously Rugged Winter Sweater for Men

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In the most trying of times, when winter’s worst weather simply won’t let up — a common theme these days from my Brooklyn abode and elsewhere across the polar vortex — what tends to work is some of the most reliable, toughest menswear on the market.

Even if you’re merely venturing across town rather than embarking far afield, the best winter style essentials make it count in terms of weather-readiness, functionality and plain ole classic style points. That’s where Filson should earn place of pride in your menswear wardrobe, my friends.

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Of course, if you’ve kept up with this blog over the seasons, you know that to be true, as the famed Pacific Northwest retailer still delivers the good when it comes to the best waxed jackets, tough flannel shirts in a variety of fabric weights, sturdy waxed work pants and — in the case of today’s weekend style dispatch — one of the best shawl cardigans for men.

My Filson reviews as of late have praised the brand for dependability and performance in a range of iconic styles, the sort of gear outdoorsmen have trusted for decades — and it doesn’t hurt that a modern-day selection like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater looks like something a style icon like Steve McQueen might have cherished “back in the day,” ehh?

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The shawl cardigan sweater is — as I’ve written about lately for sites like CoolMaterial — a style that, in similar fashion to the classic henley or the chambray shirt — can serve to make every guy look good, adding a dash of rugged appeal to reliable pieces like blue jeans and trusty leather boots.

And when it comes to the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater, the same mix of throwback charm and modern warmth holds true. The shawl collar frames the face while adding some heft and extra warmth around the back of your neck — and you can still knot a scarf looped down the front, if need be.

It’s certainly an investment at $349, but it doesn’t cut corners in manners of looks or material. Thick-knit 100 percent wool means the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is going to prove extra warm when worn underneath a waxed field coat or an insulated Filson coat, while it’s woven in a thick fisherman’s vertical ribbed design (again, making the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater an utterly classic piece that menswear heroes of days gone by would have loved).

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In two go-anywhere, wear-with-nearly-anything colors (that’d be Navy and Forest Green Heather), the handsome Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater wears exceptionally well with a natural-hued henley or with a faded denim shirt out in the wild — or at your favorite distillery, for instance.

Two lower hip pockets deliver the classic style any good cardigan needs, and it just so happens that no matter where you go — from a wooded forest cabin to a mountainside retreat — a piece like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is built to take you there, back again and just about anywhere you dream up this winter.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This Warren Chamois Shirt is a Perfect USA-Made Addition to Your Winter Wardrobe

It’s all too easy for a brand to take shortcuts these days, to outsource production or find a cheaper way of doing things, and while it’s certainly not economical for the menswear lovers like you and me, it tends to make a heck of a lot of difference when you find a brand doing precisely the opposite.

It’s quite the heady topic rolling into a new year, and again, it might not be feasible to stock your entire wardrobe with the best USA-made menswear. And yet, if you want to feel a durable difference in every stitch, packed with style points in each piece to boot, you very well might love what’s happening at New England’s Warren, a brand I’ve enjoyed getting to wear and getting to learn about across the past year or so.

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The brand centers its sourcing and production around New England in a major change of how plenty of other retailers (albeit larger!) are doing things these days, and the gettin’ gets better from there, so to speak.

From a durable-as-can-be rugged chore coat to a vintage-inspired sweatshirt and a stellar, small-batch run of utterly classic chinos, Warren checks off the proper boxes as far as menswear classics and timeless wardrobe building blocks are concerned.

The brand is a new one on the scene, but ranks up near the very top when it comes to my favorite American-made menswear brands — and if I had to wager, I’d say the Warren Walden Chamois Shirt should only strengthen that feeling.

The Warren Walden Chamois Shirt starts with a sturdy 7.05oz. organic cotton twill fabric from American Woolen (the cotton is grown and spun in the American South, the company notes). Followed by brushing and garment-dying in New Hampshire, you’re left with a near-perfect chamois shirt, one that should prove utterly soft yet dependable out of the box, and entirely ready to make your own.

This dependable winter staple draws its inspiration from Maine winters and coastal shirting that’s proven a must-have in fierce Nor’easters aplenty, and Warren duly notes the Warren Walden Chamois Shirt was “inspired by the practical shirts worn across New England’s backwoods and work yards.”

Whether worn with sturdy chinos or cool-as-can-be corduroy trousers, or else with canvas work pants atop a thermal henley when your to-do list calls, you’ve found the perfect shirt for the occasion in the Warren Walden Chamois Shirt.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket Is a Bold Update to a Workwear Classic

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It’s oftentimes difficult to deliver an update to a true classic, is it not? Think of the toughest, sturdiest denim jackets, the ones that truly harken back to yesteryear — they’re just a touch hard to find these days, are they not? Or at least, a new crop of the best denim jackets for men can prove difficult to find at a fair price, and that’s where Taylor Stitch can change your fortunes this season.

The right denim jacket is plenty sturdy and durable, crafted with the good stuff (in this case, organic cotton denim — more on that in a second), and if you’re in the right climate, you can layer it up accordingly right now, and then keep it handy to rock with lighter fare in the spring. Believe me, friends: It’s a move well-suited to both now and the future of your menswear wardrobe.

Yes indeed, the newly introduced Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket looks to iconic styles of days gone by, then spins things up with a uniquely Taylor Stitch twist — what a way to kick off a new year in style, ehh?

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The Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket might be packed with sturdy bells and whistles, but certainly not in a bad way — like the handsome, rugged and effortlessly cool Taylor Stitch Mariner Peacoat (which I’ve also covered as part of my Taylor Stitch reviews on this men’s style blog), this denim jacket honors the classics while feeling entirely fresh and modern to wear.

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The Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket gets its durability from sturdy yet supple organic cotton selvedge denim in a hard-wearing 14oz. fabric weight (akin to that of your favorite selvedge jeans but perhaps with more heft). The Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket is then left unlined, so take heed and layer it over a thick thermal henley, a cozy flannel shirt or a trusty fisherman sweater in colder temperatures.

Unlike other denim jackets, which rely on a button front, the Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket features a YKK zipper and sturdy contrasting hardware, plus slanted hip pockets — like the classic trucker jackets of days gone by.

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The Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket is finished with the right details as only Taylor Stitch can, like a leather back patch at the neckline, a chest pocket with an ultra-handy pen slot, and zig-zag stitching beneath its highly durable collar. If you want the durability of a tough denim jacket with a look all its own, then the handsome and modern Taylor Stitch Roper Jacket is your best bet this season (and well beyond, of course).

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Amp Up Your Sneaker Game This Year with these Fresh Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Kicks

Todd Snyder x New Balance sneakers.

For as much as we talk about winter style must-haves for men like the best leather boots on the market, it’s important to build out your footwear rotation with some variety and diversity, especially as far as fresh sneakers for men are concerned (weather permitting in your neck of the woods, of course). How do we feel about some fashionable new sneakers for a new year, ehh? Particularly from one of the country’s best menswear designers? Read on for more, my friends.

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And as we’ve talked about lately on this Brooklyn menswear blog, the new year is as great a time as any to cop some stylish men’s sneakers (“cop” is streetwear parlance for “buy,” of course — how do you do, fellow kids??).

At any rate, even if you’re not a massive sneakerhead, there’s likely not a designer you can trust more to get the style and silhouette just right — as in just right — than the award-winning designer Todd Snyder, folks.

In the same way that the designer can go slightly rugged-yet-refined with one of the best Western shirts for men, for instance, he can also take the classically casual style of New Balance sneakers and amp it up a notch in luxe suede.

And while the casually cool, utterly classic Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Sneakers aren’t up for grabs at the ongoing Todd Snyder Winter Sale (more on that later this week, folks), these fresh kicks — there’s that word again, fresh! — are certainly the right way to go, at least if the weather holds out and you can rock ’em with rolled chinos or light wash jeans in equal measure.

The Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Sneakers, billed by Todd Snyder and co. as”the most “New Balance” sneaker to ever come out of New Balance,” the style is iconic in its own right, as wearable with an Oxford shirt and cardigan (plus olive chinos, based on the hue you select) as with a laidback henley and indigo blue jeans.

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With a crisp nubuck suede upper and a comfortable, supportive EVA foam midsole and heel, you’re stepping out in easygoing style made to last all day (especially if you want to ease back into office life in more laidback fashion). If a sleek, sneaker-focused style update sounds like what your rotation needs to start the year, step into the Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Sneakers, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save Big On this Rugged Roark Revival Overshirt to Start the New Year

There’s nothing quite like getting back out there in the new year, is there? In ways both good and bad — it might be difficult to be cooped out in front of a computer after a leisurely holiday respite, but if you ask me, that only means it’s time to plan the next getaway outdoors, be it an upstate retreat or something as simple as a wintry walk in the park.

Of course, you need the right winter style essentials for those pursuits, starting with the big-ticket items like one of the best flannel shirts for men. And you’re in luck, because a rugged flannel overshirt from Roark Revival comes to the rescue today in the ever-well-stocked Bespoke Post Sale section. Let’s dig into your new go-to flannel overshirt, shall we?

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The Roark Revival Backwoods Overshirt is just one style staple you should count on in the blustery cold of winter, complete with quilted and insulated lining to give it some heft and warmth.

It would pair expertly with a thermal henley and flannel-lined jeans (DUER Performance makes a great pair of flannel-lined jeans, my friends), and that’s but one combination to power you through frigid winter days and nights. And when a waxed trucker jacket or a hefty barn coat is your outerwear move of choice this season, I’d also wager the handsome Roark Revival Backwoods Overshirt in its plaid iteration would prove a wise move.

The Roark Revival Backwoods Overshirt features a snap-closure front for easy access and standout layering potential, while its taffeta lining also amps up its layering capabilities with easy-on, easy-off access. Note that it also boasts a classic fit for further ease of winter-ready layering — I’d wager you can even style this hard-wearing overshirt atop a fisherman sweater or perhaps even a lighter-weight chambray shirt for cozy comfort and rugged style aplenty.

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And at its current sale price of $80 (marked down from $119 in the always-reliable Bespoke Post Sale section), the utility and the rugged nature of the Roark Revival Backwoods Overshirt can’t be overlooked — try it on for size, layer up accordingly this winter and get back out there in functional, casually rugged style.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Astorflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are a Prime Winter Footwear Upgrade

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Now that we’re well and properly rolling into the new year — and perhaps you’re now properly back in the office and traversing snowy streets — it’s a prime time to take stock of each of your winter style essentials, plus the rugged-meets-refined winter boots you’re lacing up.

Of course, there are a number of winter style considerations to keep in mind, from your cozy winter parka to the wool blazer you’re wearing to the office, but about those winter boots… you simply can’t skimp on them, especially if you’ve got a touch of casually rugged flexibility in your dress code, ehh?

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Enter a new style to start a new year via the good folks at Astorflex and Huckberry — Astorflex runs a family-owned factory carefully crafting some of the finest footwear on the market, namely its handsome and utterly classic chukka boots and sleek leather loafers.

Those shoes have been handmade in Italy since 1820, and many of those same methods remain — the same should hold true for the brand-new Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots, a rugged and distinctive spin on a sturdy classic.

Crafted from rich brown bovine roughout leather, the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are even lined in leather for ultra-soft comfort right out of the box, plus a fit that molds to you own foot over time — the memory foam insole helps see to that, of course.

The Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are then finished with contrasting stitchdown construction atop a lug outsole that adds some durable texture and rugged refinement to the more laidback Astorflex lineup of easygoing silhouettes (the brand’s spring and summer-approved suede chukka boots come to mind).

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The use of leather laces and that contrast moc-toe stitching helps lend the shoes “a heritage-coastal style that sets it apart from other chukkas,” Huckberry sagely notes. The resulting pair of hard-working lug sole chukka boots should wear more than admirably with blue selvedge jeans, with dark brown corduroy trousers or with olive chinos, a chambray shirt and a waxed trucker jacket.

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And yet, when teamed up with wool trousers and a thick-knit cardigan, you very well might be able to get away with wearing the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots to the office on a casual winter’s Friday. How about it? If I were you, I’d seek out as many chances as possible to wear my new favorite chukka boots — now that you’ve found the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots via Huckberry, of course.