by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket -A Luxe Take on an Outerwear Essential

For as much as our weekly Style Pick entry is about finding a versatile favorite at an agreeable price, it’s sometimes nice to keep your wardrobe guessing, or at least lean into a bit more aspirational of a selection, particularly when that aspirational menswear takes a hard-earned favorite like the Harrington jacket and dials things up a notch (or 10).

Originally developed in Britain with features like a classic stand-up collar and lightweight yet sturdy fabrication to keep out the rain and wind, the Harrington jacket was made famous Stateside by the likes of style icon Steve McQueen, among others (my Fatherly guide to the Harrington jacket gives you a full crash course on the style, as it were).

is now redone to great effect by award-winning designer Billy Reid — just in time to slot in alongside your other spring style essentials with luxury in mind. Plenty of luxury, at that — one of the coolest new men’s jackets for spring just hit the Billy Reid New Arrival section, I’d say, and you’re going to have a heck of a lot of fun dreaming about wearing the Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, I’m willing to bet.

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You see, the luxurious and elegant Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, fashioned from 100 percent goat suede, features all the design trappings of the iconic Harrington jacket, including its stand-up collar and raglan sleeve construction for greater ease of movement (and easygoing layering atop an Oxford shirt, a linen buttondown, one of Billy Reid’s famed Pensacola Polos or else just a laidback pocket tee).

The Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket features a cut that should hit just above the waist — pay attention to Billy Reid’s sizing guide — while classic Billy Reid touches like brass hardware offer an elevated touch. Side slant hip pockets are another useful touch for stowing your everyday carry essentials, while a lightweight cotton lining gives this stylish men’s spring jacket some structure.

Its Dark Spanish Moss suede is especially appealing whether worn alongside light khaki chinos, dark blue jeans, light wash selvedge denim or even grey linen shorts and tan leather loafers, and the style points pick up serious steam from there.

Yes indeed, among all the enviable jackets you might wear or splurge on this spring, I’d say the handsome Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket just might be the best of ’em all as far as elevated yet easy-to-wear style is concerned — simply throw this one on over a black cotton tee alongside blue jeans, lace up some white leather sneakers and get ready for the compliments to roll in.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle Is The Best Bag for Your Next Spring Road Trip, And Then Some

Best duffle bags for men.

When you step back and think about your rotation of the best men’s gear for your day-to-day, from the perfect chambray shirt to essential leather boots and a stylish everyday watch, it’s often curious to me what brands rise above the fray and become day-to-day staples before you’ve even realized it.

There are plentiful brands in my rotation that pop up very, very often on this Brooklyn style blog, and there are others that re-enter after a long time away, like the USA-made gear purveyors at Bradley Mountain.

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I’ve written about Bradley Mountain — and its Tennessee-based approach to rugged, timeless gear that’s built to last — since about 2017 in various Bradley Mountain gear reviews, but they haven’t graced the pages of this blog in some time. That all changes today, as we take an overdue look at one of the best weekender bags for men, the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle.

It’s all happening as part of our Friday Find series, where we unearth the best of the best from brands you might not have considered or perhaps not quite heard of yet.

That all changes today, and just in time for spring and summer travel season. Gear up, because Bradley Mountain makes sturdy, hard-wearing travel essentials from dopp kits to tote bags, not to mention a very pleasing and utterly exceptional range of waxed field jackets, waxed bomber jackets, flannel overshirts, even a small run of military and field watches to complement your next casually rugged #OOTD. But about the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle, ehh?

Featuring a nicely sized 42-liter volume crafted from ultra-sturdy yet supple 18oz. waxed duck canvas that’s practically begging to be broken in, the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle comes in versatile, agreeable shades of material like Field Tan or a military-inspired olive drab, all the better to develop some serious patina on the road.

Paired with thick and long-lasting 9oz. USA harness leather to round out its trim and handle, an antiqued brass zipper works mighty well alongside old-school copper and brass hardware, all the better to deliver durable transport of your favorite style essentials.

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Perhaps most useful on the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle might be its three exterior pockets, plus one interior zipper pocket to streamline your everyday carry from point A to point B.

This stylish men’s duffle bag certainly feels TSA-approved, but might perform even more dutifully when tossed in the back of your truck ahead of a weekend getaway — alongside other Bradley Mountain gear, of course. Your new favorite weekender bag, and the promise of spring adventure, awaits with the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Harry’s Cologne Is One of the Best Colognes Men Can Buy For Spring (And Beyond)

Best colognes for men to buy this spring.

Welcome to Thursday, my friends. While we tend to stay more focused on the best menswear for guys to buy now, along with accessories like the best watches and travel gear, it’s not all that often we stray from the patch and discover the best men’s grooming of the moment, but it’s no less essential.

The adage is simple: If you’re putting care and attention into how your go-to denim shirt fits, the cut of your favorite waxed trucker jacket or the patina on a must-buy pair of leather boots, shouldn’t you place similar emphasis on how you’re getting ready for every day (date night very much included)?

The answer is a resounding yes, and that’s where Harry’s enters your medicine cabinet (if you don’t yet have some Harry’s men’s grooming essentials on hand already, that is).

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A mainstay in the men’s grooming space for well over a decade now, Harry’s has been positively everywhere these days, as the brand does much more than make some of the highest-quality and easy-to-buy men’s razors on the market. Its shipping and bundle or subscription services made it easier than ever for guys to get an exceptional shave at home for much, much less — I’ve certainly loved trying Harry’s razors over the years.

In fact, it’s easier than ever to sign up for the service and not worry about where your next razor refill or your next shave is coming from — the finishing touch is smooth, the experience is simply excellent and hey, Harry’s men’s grooming products make great gifts, at least in my experience.

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And Harry’s has expanded well beyond shaving into everything from beard care, face wash and moisturizer, a full set of hair wash and styling products, and yes, today’s piece de resistance: Harry’s Cologne, specifically Harry’s Cowboy Classic Cologne, one of the best colognes you can get your hands on (or rather, add as a finishing touch to your routine) this spring.

Over the past few months, Harry’s Cowboy Classic Cologne has entered my fragrance rotation to great effect, with notes of pink pepper leading to cedarwood and amber. Plenty of five-star reviews point to its quality, and you should know that Harry’s offers two other scents — and you can score all three in sampler form, for good measure. A guy’s scent rotation needs as many options as his boot rotation, does it not?

The overall effect captures the Wild West and a classic yet rugged scent without going overboard — in matters of scent or price (seriously, you can score a bottle of Harry’s Cowboy Classic Cologne for a mere $35). The frosted glass bottle is an ultra-premium design touch, while the scent has proven long-lasting (again, in my experience) — a bit goes a long way, my friends.

Of what could be your new signature scent, Harry’s said “it’s the stillness of dusk settling over wide horizons” captured in cologne form. If you ask me, it sounds like your next #OOTD just met its match in terms of a fragrant, thought-provoking finishing touch this season.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Timex Marlin Automatic Dress Watch Is an Understated, Stylish Men’s Timepiece from Huckberry

In the growing pantheon of reliable menswear essentials that deliver versatile good looks and classic style, it always pays to be able to know where to look, where to go, where to stop. And it’s never a bad thing when one of the best online retailers for guys happens to stock a thoughtfully curated assortment of the sort of closet staples and everyday carry accessories that one can make work in plenty of different style scenarios.

At least for this Brooklyn writer, Huckberry has long been a retailer that meets the moment with a positively stacked lineup of distinct small-market brands, its own in-house goods and gear, and a healthy respect for some of the best brands for guys on the market, period.

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As I tend to say, that’s certainly lofty praise, but it’s with intention and style in mind that Huckberry also sells one of the more affordable, stylish and reliable American watch brands in Timex.

And it’s with that focus in mind that we embark on the search for one of the perfect everyday watches for men, an even better deal if you find yourself searching for a business casual watch you can wear anywhere from the office to a date night to a seasonal wedding.

Timex Marlin Watch review.

The watch in question is the fan-favorite Timex Marlin Automatic Watch, this time in a dressy and crisp 40mm build with an eye-catching dial practically made to pair with an Oxford shirt, a navy blazer and stretch chinos — or else with a rugged chambray shirt and classic blue jeans.

The utterly classic style combinations are in no short supply with one of the most affordable dress watches out there, complete with a Timex guarantee of quality that harkens back to its “takes a lickin’, keeps on tickin'” days.

Best affordable dress watches for men.

Now, there’s nothing overly flashy or fancy about this version of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch, a line the American watchmaker has been building for years, both in its own right and via the likes of collaborations with iconic American designer Todd Snyder.

This version of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch is perfectly suited to team with Huckberry’s recent Smart Casual collection — an assortment of tailored trousers, natural-shoulder blazers, expertly cut Oxford shirts and luxe loafers for wedding season and beyond.

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And speaking of this version: Cut-out numeral windows at 12, 3, 6 and 9-o’clock offer striking distinction and perhaps a touch of late Mid-Century Modern style, while its stainless steel case resists scratches and corrosion. The 1969 Timex Viscount Collection in fact serves as hearty inspiration for this highly dependable and price-minded dress watch, available on both a tan strap or a black strap in contrast to its crisp silver-tone dial.

For some serious bang for your buck and for style that won’t quit, opt for a fresh everyday dress watch by way of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Pick Up This Dependable Field Coat On Sale Now at the Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale

There’s a certain sweet spot that the best menswear deals on the market tend to hit: They can either give you a shot at grabbing a true style essential, something you’ve been wanting or needing for some time, or they can offer up the chance to take a bit of a swing on an eye-catching silhouette you might not normally wear.

That includes a longer-cut, almost parka-esque take on the field jacket as shown above, one featuring a lengthier 38″ cut, a beefy three-piece hood and dependable mil-spec cotton herringbone, and it’s thanks to Bespoke Post that these savings are yours for the taking.

Yes indeed, Bespoke Post opens up its warehouse and serves up some exclusive deals on a variety of can’t-miss gear and menswear… including a fresh take on the field jacket that happens to fall in the second category we discussed above. It’s eye-catching, it’s a departure from the norm and it blends a field coat with a soft-touch onion fill lining for an added dash of rugged appeal and warmth. And yes, the Fieldworth Herringbone Field Coat is worth a closer look, as plenty of sizes are available and it’s ready-made to step into spring weather.

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As for Bespoke Post, the brand best known for sending out one of the best monthly subscription boxes, well, take heed. The New York City-based company looked to the rugged climes of upstate New York and the rustic countryside in launching a line of rugged and hard-working, distinctive menswear some years back, including additions to the relatively recent Fieldworth line.

Utility and a strong military influence guides Fieldworth at Bespoke Post, but there’s also more than a touch of a Japanese take on Americana, and the Fieldworth Herringbone Field Coat also checks those boxes handsomely. Add in the fact that this stylish field coat is now 20 percent off, and the time might just be ripe to give your spring outerwear rotation a shot in the arm.

With oversized flap patch pockets, a fit that’s roomy enough to layer and leather hood adjusters to help keep out spring’s worst weather, this fashionable yet functional take on the field jacket punches well above its weight in terms of price. Cheers to that, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Add a Rare Classic to Your Wardrobe with this Flint and Tinder Selvedge Denim Jacket

Best denim jackets for men.

At least in my experience, it’s wise to never pass up a chance to snag a piece of wearable history — yes, wearable history in spades is yours for the taking from time to time, at least if you know where to look.

And it seems that selvedge denim itself offers plenty of wearable history, especially if it hails from the iconic denim producer Cone Mills, which shuttered in 2017 — of course, our ever-intrepid friends at Huckberry are breathing new life into some of the best denim on the planet.

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You read that right: The latest Flint and Tinder denim jacket at Huckberry boasts incredibly hard-to-find Cone Mills 1968 deadstock selvedge denim construction, a stroke of luck stumbled upon by Huckberry Design Director Nick Kem down in El Paso.

What a find, ehh? And the resulting Flint and Tinder American Reserve Selvedge Type II Denim Jacket should prove an exceptional find in every way possible. Be warned: It’s selling mighty quickly as of press time, and it’s certainly not hard to see why. Every detail is accounted for with rugged precision and historical accuracy, plus quality denim construction, top of mind.

Your new favorite denim jacket — yessir, indeed — is bolstered by its rarity in terms of fabrication (the rare selvedge was woven on 1940s looms!), plus the fact that Huckberry and Flint and Tinder used the rugged, utterly classic Type II trucker jacket silhouette. They’ve updated that 1950s design with lower hand-warmer pockets to fight back against spring breezes aplenty, while contrast stitching offers a handsome shot of style, as does a custom interior leather logo patch and durable Flint and Tinder hardware.

Cut with a cropped fit to hit above the waist — and to pair expertly wth black selvedge denim, olive chinos or Flint and TInder 365 Pants — the Flint and Tinder American Reserve Selvedge Type II Denim Jacket will also develop its own fades and a distinct denim patina over time, molding to your body the more you wear this remarkable denim jacket (remember, the Flint and Tinder American Reserve Selvedge Type II Denim Jacket is a wearable piece of history, my friends).

Of course, it’s USA-made and delivers one-of-a-kind quality in a seriously limited edition run in terms of quantity and sizing — strike now while the iron is hot, and my friends, that wearable history will be yours in a heartbeat, \all thanks to a timely Huckberry find.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: The Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale Gives You 50 Percent Off the Best Gear for Guys This Spring

There are certain menswear deals on the best gear for guys that cross my desk and feel just a bit too good to be true. Of course, if you know where to go to find the best online menswear shops out there, that problem is solved pretty easily — and it turns out that savings and style are certainly possible when you choose wisely across the men’s style and gear market.

Take Bespoke Post: Long a favorite brand of mine for their commitment to unearthing world-class goods, gear, menswear and small brands, perhaps you’re also no stranger to the fact that Bespoke Post provides one of the best monthly subscription boxes, to boot.

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And yet, that’s not quite why we’re gathered here today, as the Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale serves up plentiful men’s style, everyday carry, travel gear, home goods favorites and more for 50 percent off. Yes indeed — those savings are the real deal, my friends.

At the Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale — running now through April 5th — you’ll find discounts on everything from in-house brands like Fieldworth (makers of this exceptional herringbone field coat), not to mention stylish decanters, cocktail sets, durable EDC options and much, much more.

There’s also an assortment of must-have grooming goods, durable and yet fashionable pants for spring style aplenty, and even curious finds like cocktail bitters, wallets, classic sneakers, beach-ready coolers and oh so much more.

Does that barely scratch the surface of the Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale? Suffice to say, there’s plenty to sort through from some of your most prized brands, plus some you didn’t even you know you loved as of yet. Billed as “premium gear at limited-time prices,” Bespoke Post simply gets it right in passing savings down the line via the Bespoke Post Warehouse Sale — cheers to spring savings, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer – A Timeless Wardrobe Addition In Any Season (Including This One)

If your the front of your fridge looks anything like mine, perhaps wedding invites and Save The Dates are stacking up — yes, formal shindigs aplenty are on the horizon, and you’re going to ultimately want to put your best foot forward with menswear essentials aplenty done the right way. Provided your following the dress code in question, one of the best blazers or one of the finest suits for men should do the trick nicely, particularly if you’re opting for accessible quality and versatile style.

One of the best navy blazers is now yours for the taking via the good folks at Huckberry, who’ve launched a whole slew of wedding-approved and Smart Casual menswear favorites, including some pleasingly refined seasonal upgrades from in-house brand Wills.

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Wills is perhaps best known for its buttery-soft, classic cashmere sweaters and other polished, crisp menswear staples, and the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer lives up to its billing with elegance in mind.

Whether paired with its matching suit trousers and brown leather loafers or styled separately with lightweight stretch chinos and a stylish dress shirt (which Wills also happens to make!), the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer is billed by Huckberry as a “perfectly tailored, all-season suit jacket that rises to every occasion” — add in the fact that it’s handmade in Portugal at a family-run factory known for its commitment to quality tailoring, and the ante is upped even further, as we like to say.

Best navy blazer for men.

Made from a blend of just a touch of Spandex to add durability to its 98 percent Portuguese High-Twist Wool construction, this fully lined jacket uses soft, supple Bemberg lining for a touch that gives it a bespoke feel without the price tag of going custom. The Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer boasts a natural shoulder, classic-but-modern lapels and a tailored fit in sizes running up to 46.

Wills menswear review.

The angled welt chest pocket is a distinctive touch that separates the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer from the pack as far as other navy blazers are concerned, while it also features three-roll-two construction (three buttons down the front, with the lapels rolled to cover the top button — a classic and classy move favored as of late by none other than James Bond himself.

Best blazers for men.

This jacket manages to feel polished without going overboard and turning into a rather stuffy gold-button navy blazer — it’s a perfect go-between when the dress code calls for a sharply tailored dress shirt, but a tie might prove optional.

And when you pair up the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer with its matching pants (note that the jacket itself comes in either Charcoal or Navy), you’re getting crisply finished tailoring with a sense of laidback ease — isn’t that what every guy should look for this season in one of the best blazers for men? Count on it, my friends, and suit up accordingly.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This USA-Made Devium Slub Twill Overshirt is a Spring Layering Staple

Best overshirts for men to wear this spring.

As you scour the market for the best menswear essentials, especially reliable pieces you can rock now and into the start of early summer, perhaps your focus remains on your outerwear or your top half — as wise a place as any as you look for rugged menswear with a versatile edge.

And perhaps you’ve come across USA-made menswear from Devium a time or two in this search — they’re a newfound favorite brand of yours truly across the past year, with Americana-inspired style roots (the brand was founded on Flag Day over a decade ago, at any rate), and with durability and style points to burn in every stitch.

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Of course, that makes ’em a fine choice for our ongoing Friday Find series, where we dive into unheralded brands doing things the right way, and in this case, the American-made way with selections like the Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt.

As wearable now atop a pocket tee as it was essential alongside a thermal henley in the frigid months, one of the best shirt jackets for men is going to offer the right mix of form and function just about anywhere, from the job site to the barstool of your favorite neighborhood corner dive.

The handsome and utterly classic Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt is billed by the California brand as “a year-round workhorse,” with custom 100 percent heavyweight stretch twill construction guaranteed by, well, the brand’s lifetime guarantee. Available in four stylish colors (including crisp Academy Blue and my personal favorite, Old Moss Green), the functionality is ramped up with chest box-pleated pockets big enough to hold a can of beer.

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The Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt is carefully considered every step of the way, right down to its custom 16L cat’s eye buttons and vintage-style slub twill fabrication. For throwing on at a moment’s notice with selvedge denim and a pocket tee or even garment-washed stretch chinos and your favorite pair of leather boots, there’s not much more essential in matters of utility, durability and rugged appeal than a layering piece like the Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt this spring. Act accordingly as you plot your next seasonal menswear move, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: You’re Going to Want to Stock Up on New Mott and Bow Heavyweight Tees This Spring

When we talk about a menswear essential like the best jeans for men, it often follows that the best complementary pieces can prove mighty important as well, right? There’s a reason the “jeans and a T-shirt” pairing has earned its rightful place in the menswear lexicon: It’s casually rugged, it’s comfortable without being sloppy, it’s the choice of rock stars and iconoclast style icons and hard-working fellas the land over.

And when done the right way — when done by a brand that excels in both categories, like Mott and Bow — it can change the way you approach dressing for spring, summer and beyond.

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New York City-based Mott and Bow has, across the past dozen years, done a standout job at how guys (and gals!) shop for and buy denim online, using high-quality denim fabrication, helpful fits and easy exchange policy and a growing roster of supporting menswear staples — like one of the best heavyweight T-shirts for men as shown above.

Yes, you very well might know the brand for its exceptionally well-fitting, affordably priced denim (for the designer-level quality, at least in my experience), and Mott and Bow has expanded across the years into super-soft, durable hoodies, sweatpants, polos, T-shirts, underwear and even travel pants and chinos.

And the Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee lineup is the latest marker of quality from the fast-selling direct-to-consumer denim brand (perhaps you’ve even seen their ads on TV and across social media as of late, ehh?).

If you haven’t yet taken the plunge with a pair of Mott and Bow denim, check out my Mott and Bow reviews here on this blog — and of course, consider starting things off simply by picking up the hard-wearing Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee — in my own trials wearing these tees across the past few weeks, I’ve found the fit impeccable and the fabric supple but substantial. Could the Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee be my new favorite T-shirt? Ladies and gentlemen, that’s certainly a possibility.

Made from durable yet soft cotton jersey fabric with a heavier-weight construction, this tee takes its cues from workwear, featuring a slightly relaxed but not too oversized fit (a size XL in the Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee fits my frame nicely, with room to move rather than a restrictive fit). The hem is cut slightly longer without proving too baggy, while the garment-washed fabric is already getting softer with each wear, at least in my experience.

As with other Mott and Bow menswear staples, you can find the Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee in a solo set, a 3-pack trio or a 6-pack offering, giving you stylish, rugged options multiple days of the week in your T-shirt rotation.

Colors like Vintage Pewter and Vintage Taupe, plus shades of grey and charcoal, deliver the ultimate in casual versatility when it comes to the Mott and Bow Heritage Weighted Tee – it’s everything you’ve come to expect in terms of quality Mott and Bow construction, but in T-shirt form. Your next casual #OOTD just got a leg up, thanks to your favorite denim brand.