by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Gear Up for Your Next Road Trip With this Bradley Mountain Ranger Leather Duffle

Best leather duffle bag for men.

The call of the great outdoors beckons, does it not? And for as much thought as you’ve put into your next getaway, be it the all-American road trip or a simple lakeside retreat, even the most perfect itinerary doesn’t quite pass muster if it’s not bolstered by the right assortment of menswear and the best men’s travel gear, yes?

And as I always tend to say, getting from point A to point B can be made all the better, all that much easier, if you’re packing up a durable duffle bag made with extreme care and attention to detail. It keeps the gear you love safe, it adds some stylish panache to your travel #OOTD, and serves a purpose as functional as it is fashionable (at least, when done the right way).

The style and gear purveyors at USA-made Bradley Mountain deliver on that promise in covetable fashion and with heirloom quality in mind, and those words ring true — if you’ve tried Bradley Mountain travel gear, you’re already familiar, but if you’re willing to step up to the plate and invest in the best, then you’ve come to the right place.

Founded in 2012, the company specializes in all manner of adventure-ready gear and rugged provisions, from sturdy waxed tool rolls to eye-catching wallets and dopp kits (among other travel accessories), plus an enviable lineup of all-American shirting and outerwear.

Based in Columbia, TN, the outfitter looks to put a modern spin on adventure — think durable fabrication, USA-made construction and crisp updates to timeless silhouettes, all designed to help you get out on the trail and the road. At least in my experience, the Bradley Mountain Leather Ranger Duffle can help set you on the right path. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

The Bradley Mountain Leather Ranger Duffle updates the company’s flagship Ranger Duffle in a handsome and hard-wearing leather construction, the kind that should prove sturdy yet supple with repeat use (and with an even better patina developing over time). As the company sagely notes, “this is the most elevated bag we have made to date,” and they achieved that by using USA milled harness leather, solid brass and copper hardware and a waxed canvas lining.

A number of pockets give this stylish duffle bag real carrying capacity (it clocks in at 20″ long and 10″ wide), with an interior zipper pocket and snap exterior pockets to round out your everyday carry. Best of all is the fact that yes, this bag will only get better with age, telling a true story of adventure and long-lasting appeal — your next summer excursion is only the beginning, in my book.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Bespoke Post and Rancourt Just Teamed Up On Some of the Coolest Summer Shoes

Just when you thought you had your summer footwear rotation all figured out, Bespoke Post enters the fray once more, delivering some of the coolest shoes for men in the process. At least, that’s this writer’s take as one examines the rugged, exceptionally well crafted Bespoke Post x Rancourt Doubleshot Ranger Mocs, a pair of shoes that’s somewhere between a dressy loafer and a more laidback boat shoe, all the while featuring the kind of construction not found in your everyday pair of stylish men’s shoes for summer.

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It’s exactly the sort of collaboration that’s so refreshing to see, for both your wardrobe at large and in the menswear world, as effortlessly cool NYC retailers Bespoke Post scour the market for the coolest gear for guys — and Maine-crafted Rancourt certainly passes muster in that regard.

There’s heritage quality in every stitch of these hand-sewn shoes, featuring Wisconsin leather that’s then crafted into fine form in Maine by the iconic, family-owned company. As Bespoke Post notes in fact, “the Doubleshot’s deep wax infusion builds a rich, glossy patina with wear,” making the handsome Bespoke Post x Rancourt Doubleshot Ranger Mocs a pair of essential shoes for your wardrobe, whether styled with light wash jeans or stretch chino shorts and a knit polo.

Plus, a natural rubber outsole, as Bespoke Post notes, “delivers serious grip and all-day comfort underfoot,” while only 125 limited-edition pairs offer premium quality at a premium (and increasingly rare) price. The Bespoke Post x Rancourt Doubleshot Ranger Mocs also feature antique brass eyelets and contrasting leather laces (not unlike the previous Bespoke Post x Rancourt shoes shown above).

Even the leather itself is weather-resistant and built to last while developing its own rich patina over time, and it’s no doubt in my mind that the Bespoke Post x Rancourt Doubleshot Ranger Moc will more than hold its own against repeat wear and tear, no matter the occasion — from the BBQ to the boardwalk and everywhere in between.

Take heed, though: Bespoke Post made just 125 pairs of these exceedingly stylish and heritage-quality moccasin shoes for men, so amp up your summer footwear rotation accordingly.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Amp Up Your Summer Style with This Military-Inspired Taylor Stitch Shirt

Best short-sleeve shirts for men.

As is often said on this Brooklyn style blog, when the going gets tough, the tough get going, or at least the tough pick up some rugged yet seasonally friendly gear to keep things moving, yes? And even in the high heat of summer, you can assuredly still count on Taylor Stitch and Huckberry to keep the inventory stocked, the provisions supplied and your summer style essentials moving in the right direction.

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And while breezy camp collar shirts and luxurious knit polos are all the rage this season, it’s a wise bet to keep some more hard-wearing pieces close at hand, be it prepping your next summer bonfire, heading out on an evening beach stroll or sipping craft beers aplenty. And for those occasions — or at least, for a slight stylistic change of pace this season — find the handsome and rugged Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve Surplus Shirt, with the durable good looks to pair up with most any #OOTD you can come up with this season.

Modeled after old-school and utterly reliable military shirts, as the name would imply, the dependable Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve Surplus Shirt is made from an eye-catching and flattering fabrication built on 9.5 oz 100% Organic cotton with a reverse sateen finish, all the better to showcase its humble yet essential shade of Field Olive.

And with a straight hem, dual chest pockets and a lay-flat collar, the style is remarkably classic and sturdy in every way possible — the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve Surplus Shirt is a winner in my book, whether worn with light wash jeans or even dark tan chino shorts for a subtle blend of earthy, vintage-minded style.

Taylor Stitch and Huckberry both note the perfect specs for the occasion, adding that this hard-working military shirt is pree-washed for a broken-in softness,” and all the while, as Huckberry notes, it features “a tailored fit and high armholes for a flattering silhouette.” If those specs sound agreeable when it comes to your new favorite summer shirt, I’d say it’s high time you found out about all that the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve Surplus Shirt has to offer, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save As Much As 30 Percent On The Best USA-Made Menswear from American Trench

It’s high time you gave your wardrobe another look, is it not? Perhaps the situation at hand isn’t quite that dire, but when the chance comes to score some solid savings on the best American-made menswear, I’d wager some careful consideration is in order — particularly when the brand in question is ultra-premium and puts a premium itself on careful, high-quality craftsmanship.

In the spirit of the season, that’s where we dig into American Trench and some of the best USA-made apparel and accessories on the market. I’ve long been a fan of the company’s expertly crafted, precisely woven socks — whether paired with rugged Danner boots or a pair of the best men’s leather sneakers, and perhaps you happen to be a fan, as well.

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he Pennsylvania-based brand also makes one heck of a classic trench coat. It goes without saying that American Trench basics, including T-shirts and yes, those trusty socks, are also remarkably well-made, with what I like to call a sense of difference in every stitch.

There’s both a sturdy and yet supple nature to what the brand does, especially the craft behind utterly essential menswear finds like one of the best Oxford shirts, and the company even takes some bold leaps with its summer-friendly menswear, including timeless yet visually striking Madras shirts and floral-pattern buttondowns for men.

Is there a catch to shopping at American Trench? I’d tend to say no, not least when the American Trench Fourth Of July Sale is running. In a rare turn of events, the USA-made company is serving up some savings on a wide range of eye-catching gear, from a handsome knit polo to a made-for-cool-summer-nights crewneck, patterned buttondown shirting and even a highly functional pair of Active Shorts that are as fit for a summer hike as they are for an evening lounging around the bonfire.

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Either way, it seems to me that any selection you make from the American Trench Fourth Of July Sale (running while supplies last!) is a surefire winner for durable, dependable style — take the plunge and find out for yourself, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These LUCA Terra Low Sneakers from Huckberry Are As Stylish As It Gets

There’s plenty of rich texture and color to choose from across the spectrum of menswear, even in the dog days of summer. Or rather, while it might not quite be the dog days of summer just yet, there are crucial ways to liven things up in the days ahead with a fresh outlook on the best summer style essentials, like that tried-and-true pair of the best men’s sneakers you tend to lace up just about every day.

So while white canvas sneakers or crisply cut white leather sneakers are of the essence, it’s always a stylish move to go a level deeper with some richly crafted leather sneakers in a shade more typically reserved for your favorite pair of leather boots (notably, you can find all of these selections at Huckberry, so you’ve come to the right place today).

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That brings us to the handsome brown leather-gum rubber outsole LUCA Terra Low Sneakers, which are as well-suited for your favorite pair of light wash jeans and a pocket tee as they are for pairing with stretch chinos, an Oxford shirt and a lightweight navy blazer — yes, these stylish men’s sneakers can do all of that, and then some.

In fact, the good folks at Huckberry perhaps said it best, noting that the LUCA Terra Low Sneakers rest ever-so-stylishly in the “sweet spot in the closet between a sport sneaker and a dress shoe, allowing you to dress it up with a button-down and chinos, or dress it down with a tee and shorts.”

With a leather-lined interior and a natural gum rubber outsole, these sneakers boast a springy, ultra-comfortable feel right out of the box, while details like a reinforced toe and heel drive home the point that these are durable sneakers made to last.

Handsome details like contrast laces offer a dash of style points any way you wear these fashionable men’s sneakers, while rich Ravine Leather (among other options) gives them plenty of character and comfort with each wear.

The LUCA Terra Low Sneakers also come in variations like an ultra-versatile All-White Leather build, plus combinations that include Ravine Leather and an all-white outsole, for good measure.

The low profile makes them suitable for pairing with business casual looks aplenty, and the fact that you can get a pair of perfectly constructed sneakers for men for under $200 is about as great as it gets, is it not? Try out these simply excellent men’s sneakers from Huckberry and LUCA as soon as possible, and see for yourself.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Find the Best New Summer Menswear and More at Huckberry’s Fourth of July Sale

Sometimes in the menswear world, when you know, you just know — you know, for instance, that Huckberry consistently stocks and sells some of the finest gear and menswear on the market, from fresh Chelsea boots to breezy chinos, retro-minded sweater polos and rugged chambray shirts, even stylish watches to complement each and every #OOTD. It’s just a fact, right?

And this momentous Fourth of July weekend, as we’ve talked about in the past few days, is as prime a time as any to upgrade your menswear rotation with some sleek, stylish threads fit for the days ahead and the rest of summer. As ever, the Huckberry Sale Section is positively packed with the proper goods you need for a new outlook on the best summer menswear, with savings starting at 20 percent and climbing from there.

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The Huckberry Fourth of July Sale offers the kind of access to both discounts and simply great-looking menswear that are tough to find at times. From handsome Chelsea and chukka boots to breezy Proof Merino Chinos, there’s workday-ready style aplenty up for grabs, and selections more fit for leisurely, laidback times, to boot. There are also an assortment of handsome retro sweater polos from the likes of Taylor Stitch and Flint and Tinder, and you can also find perfectly crafted summer sunglasses up for a discount within the Huckberry Fourth of July Sale.

Astorflex woven loafers look particularly appealing for the high heat of summer, at least to this writer, while the Huckberry x Blackstock & Weber Loafers deliver collaborative style points and a hard-wearing design that should look plenty at ease beneath the cuffed hem of a pair of new light wash jeans.

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Durable trucker hats, luxurious suede and leather sneakers, and even the proper beach gear — in this case, carefully crafted Turkish towels — also fit the bill quite nicely as far as your outdoor summer pursuits are concerned. If you ask me, there’s no more time to waste as you plot the perfect assortment of selections within the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it Huckberry Fourth of July Sale — consider it as stylish a reason to celebrate this weekend as any, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-Shirt – An All-American Classic for The Summer Months

If you hadn’t picked up on it by now, the theme of this weekend, and perhaps this summer, is the best American menswear, the type of gear you can really hang your hat on and count on to deliver reliable, steadfast and sturdy fashion and good looks. One of the best American-made T-shirts certainly fits the bill, an icon as timeless as it gets, with roots both civilian and military — and now, USA-made construction, to boot.

As simple as it might seem on the surface, when you wear one of the best USA-made T-shirts, you tend to spot the difference almost instantly — in matters of fabrication, style and dependable fashion. Of course, you should look no further than Huckberry and the Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-shirt to deliver the kind of legendary, subtly stylish appeal you need in your wardrobe.

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As ready for the open road worn all on its own as it is to layer up beneath a lightweight denim trucker jacket this summer, the everlasting appeal of the Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-shirt comes from soft yet substantial 100 percent garment-dyed cotton for a throwback look only destined to get better with age.

And as luck would have it, Huckberry knows its roots in designing this standout, stylish T-shirt for men, which comes in nine effortlessly wearable colors, especially classic White or a dusty Heather Grey or Blue variation. “The Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-Shirt is our tribute to the golden age of American T-shirt manufacturing,” Huckberry notes, and they’ve hit the nail right on the head with this classic-fit men’s T-shirt.

You can even save 15 percent at Huckberry when you buy three varieties of the Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-shirt, which very well might become you new go-to T-shirt for pairing with everything from drawstring lounge shorts to dark blue jeans, classic light wash denim or perhaps even breezy linen trousers and a soft-shouldered blazer for a high-low change of pace.

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If I were you, I’d bet on the quality and utility of a truly great tee like the Flint and Tinder Vintage Soft Wash T-shirt, which also comes in sizes up to 3XL. For style that truly makes it count, for style that lasts, there might not be a better addition this season to your basics drawer, all thanks to Huckberry and Flint and Tinder.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Celebrate the Fourth Of July Weekend With American-Made Devium Menswear

Best American-made menswear.

Today’s message really is quite simple as we head into a momentous holiday weekend — it’s the right time to shop American-made menswear, to focus on rugged gear that gets the job done and requires just a bit more care and effort to get precisely correct.

It’s time to embrace the climes of the season with breezy but hard-working short-sleeve camp collar shirts, the perfect vintage-style T-shirt, even sturdy canvas work pants and the right trucker jacket for days on the road and brisk summer nights around the bonfire. What brand can do all of this and more, you might ask? That’s simple: It’s one of my favorites, Devium USA, founded in Truckee, California in 2014.

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Yessir, that’s right: It’s time to embrace Devium USA menswear, as my past Devium menswear reviews have dove into the brand’s modern history of hard-wearing clothing made with a substantial difference you can feel.

From Devium’s buttery soft yet well-made, American-made men’s T-shirts to staple pieces like the Devium Lombard Short-Sleeve Shirt, there’s a commitment to all-American style and dependable construction that’s getting harder and harder to find these days.

With the right fabrication and the right commitment to fabric quality across the board, from head to toe, Devium USA just does things a little differently (or a lot differently, compared to brands that might be looking to cut corners).

Devium USA menswear is sturdy and strong yet supple when needed, especially pieces like the fall and winter-ready Balboa Flannel Shirt, while its retro-tinged Sidewalk Tee feels like I’ve had it for years, in the best way possible.

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When the going gets tough and when it might not seem easy to find menswear that’s better-made in every sense of the word, that’s when I suggest you go back to the drawing board and take a closer look at a new favorite brand like Devium USA menswear.

Investing in the best and investing in American-made menswear will assuredly pay off, at least this weekend. Cheers to the holiday ahead and to a stylish, USA-crafted summer.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Mack Weldon Is Making The Perfect Lightweight Polo Shirt for Summer

As it turns out, and as you very well might be discovering this week, there are only so many ways a guy can beat the heat in style. One of them very well might be one of the best polo shirts for men, which can prove both useful and necessary if you’re headed to the office, to a rooftop meeting, to the beach or anywhere in between.

Or rather, anywhere that a blend of both classic good looks and comfort could come in handy, and that seems to be the name of the game this summer, does it not?

Luckily, your friends (and my friends!) at Mack Weldon have come up with a positively perfect solution to beat the heat in style, and that’s the Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt, a lightweight fabric blend devised to keep you cool while holding its shape and breathing easy at the same time.

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It’s no easy feat to engineer one of the best polo shirts for men with performance in mind as well as crisp good looks, but that very aim is what Mack Weldon happens to be all about — perhaps you’ve experienced this first-hand with a pair of the brand’s boxer briefs or expertly engineered T-shirts.

The Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt brings it on home in crisp, refined and yet versatile fashion, as wearable with stretch chino shorts or even linen drawstring shorts as it is with your favorite pair of lightweight dress trousers. As they say, the hits keep coming from there with the Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt — in a positive manner, that is.

The New York City-based brand, a personal favorite of mine going on nearly a decade, put it stylishly, in fact. “Laid-back and breezy, this is our most comfortable option for your most leisurely days,” Mack Weldon notes, and it’s tough to argue with that sentiment.

The Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt, with its sharp two-button closure, can be worn buttoned all the way to the top (just like they did in Mad Men, folks!), or else worn more casually with a button or two open. Channel throwback style by rocking the Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt underneath an ultra-lightweight khaki linen blazer and matching trousers, or keep it simple but sharp with olive linen trousers.

The choice is yours when it comes to how to style the Mack Weldon Linen Cotton Polo Shirt, but the choice should certainly be easy when it coms to picking out your next polo — make it this one, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Ranger Station’s High Horse Fragrance Is Your New Seasonal Scent

Best colognes for men to wear this summer.

When you get right down to it, the cologne or fragrance you wear for summer is quite a lot like the rotation of summer-friendly clothing you’ve got on hand, isn’t it?

There’s a sense of lightweight airiness, something a touch more breezy than what you might wear in the colder months — that goes for your scent of choice as well as your wardrobe, for the record. The best colognes for men these days offer distinction and refinement, and a memorable, lasting touch (provided you don’t overdo it, that is).

And a cologne from a company like Ranger Station could be the ideal way to make your foray into the world of the best fragrance for men.

Consider it a far cry from the classic scents worn by your father and grandfather — there’s a time and a place for those, but there’s also a way to make a scent all your own, even if you don’t consider yourself a ‘cologne guy’ by any means.

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Leave it to the expert curation of scent expert and Ranger Station founder Steve Soderholm — I recently connected with Steve over at Maxim.com, and thought it was high time to give the brand another look as you sort out everything from your seasonal wardrobe to your grooming game.

And yes, my friends — Ranger Station can assuredly help, starting with Ranger Station High Horse.

There’s a sense of rugged, gritty, Americana appeal woven throughout the brand, which calls Nashville home and has collaborated with the likes of the Waylon Jennings Estate on some seriously badass yet nuanced fragrances, including candles, diffusers, car cologne and even lotions.

The excellent and personal favorite Ranger Station High Horse fits nicely in this realm for summer, with plentiful citrus notes playing nicely with cedarwood and musk, among others.

It’s unique, it’s memorable and it’s carefully crafted — and you can test out the brand in smaller sizes or a discovery set to figure out what exactly suits your fancy (or catches the attention of those closes to you, if you know what I mean). Don’t sleep on the breezy, summer-friendly leanings of Ranger Station High Horse — it might reward you with an entirely new level of confidence or at least, a new favorite signature scent.