by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Line of Trade Welder’s Jacket Is As Good As It Gets, and It’s On Sale at Bespoke Post

Mining the past for heritage style inspiration is always a wise move in terms of rugged appeal and classic good looks, is it not? That’s what so many of my favorite menswear brands, and so many of the best online menswear shops for guys, tend to do, and there are times when it all comes to a head in eye-catching, must-buy fashion. Take the handsome jacket seen above (and below), yes?

The good folks at Bespoke Post certainly have a handle on heritage style for the modern man, as best seen in the Line of Trade roster of gear — Americana inspiration and classic good looks in rugged silhouettes are the name of the game, and the Line of Trade Suede Welder’s Jacket delivers the goods, and then some. Add in the fact that it’s marked down nearly 40 percent — well below $300 — and the design becomes even more appealing, does it not?

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The Line of Trade Suede Welder’s Jacket gets its good looks from classic work jackets of days gone by (as Bespoke Post says, it’s “a reimagined workshop jacket in genuine suede,” with equally genuine nods to 1940s metalworker jackets, yet this time done up in more luxe material at a standout price.

The Line of Trade Suede Welder’s Jacket uses a snap button front and large snap hip pockets for easy mobility and storage potential aplenty for any tools of your own trade. The foldover tab collar is a rugged touch that offers a further dash of utility, while articulated elbows and double-needle stitching deliver both durability and performance where you need it the most.

It’s a highly affordable and altogether lovely take on a timeless silhouette — to hear Bespoke Post tell it, Line of Trade itself was “inspired by masters of their trades – men of independence, skill, and effort,” and this modern twist on a style staple is about as essential as can be

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket – A Menswear Icon Is Yours for the Takinng

Barbour Bedale Jacket review.

As we think ever so slightly about storing away your trusty winter jacket rotation in the weeks ahead, it’s wise to plan for the transition to the breezy yet still brisk climes of spring. And that’s where menswear classics can prove handy right now and in the weeks and months ahead, particularly as far as rugged, dependable and timeless outerwear is concerned.

And as we often say on this Brooklyn style blog, the classics are the classics for a reason, with a history of rugged performance in the field, striking good looks in every stitch and versatile appeal to wear with outfits slightly more casual and perhaps a bit more polished.

My friends, Huckberry has a full roster of new spring style arrivals that fit the bill in this regard — and then some — starting with the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, which absolutely lives up to its stylish, reliable billing.

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The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket was first put to the test as a countryside staple across England and Scotland, with particular use for hunting and field expeditions, thanks to its tough waxed cotton construction and classic details like a corduroy collar and cuffs for warmth and utility. These days, it gets a modern update in a distinctive Fern color, not to mention a new peached-finish take on its utterly iconic fabrication.

The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket also includes a plethora of pockets for your everyday carry essentials, including moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets and deep bellows pockets for storing all the tools of the trade you need for a day in the field. And to hear Huckberry tell it, the peached-finish process offers “subtle weather resistance” all the while, never a bad quality to have in one of the best spring jackets for men.

Note that unlike other models of this legendary jacket, corduroy cuffs are swapped out for tartan fabric, while durable snap buttons complement a two-way front zipper for a customizable fit that aids in mobility on and off the trail. With the rugged Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, you’ve simply got options: Its fit should prove more classic and relaxed (it’s right in the name, after all), with room to layer essentials like a thermal henley and a lightweight flannel or chambray shirt for warmth.

And whether worn with corduroy trousers and leather moc toe boots for essential high-low style, or teamed with canvas work pants and a thermal base layer for gentleman’s pursuits in the field, you might say it doesn’t get more classic, classically cool or durable than a staple piece made modern, like the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket. If that lines up with your spring style pursuits, shop accordingly for the weeks ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: These 3sixteen Selvedge Jeans are a Fresh Take on Classic Men’s Blue Jeans

Best selvedge jeans for men.

It can sometimes be tricky to improve upon a classic, especially if that classic piece happens to be a set of the best selvedge denim for men. A workwear staple for decades, the blue jean is as all-American as it gets, and yet, between fit and fabrication, some of the very best denim jeans for men get even better when in the right hands.

In the case of today’s Friday Find — a deep dive into an underrated style staple by a buzzed-about but underrated brand — the good folks at 3sixteen have you covered with the 3sixteen CT-101xs in a richly crafted stonewash, a nice change of pace from typical dark blue selvedge denim.

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The New York City-based label goes deep in the world of the highest-quality denim on the market, and in this case, the 3sixteen CT-101xs boast stonewashed 12oz. denim in an agreeable weight for multiple seasons. The denim itself is stonewashed evenly for a crisp, clean and light fade, making the 3sixteen CT-101xs a solid go-between from dark blue or black selvedge denim and true light wash jeans.

Crafted with impeccable care, that makes the casually rugged 3sixteen CT-101xs a soft yet durable pair of jeans with a classic tapered cut that should work plenty well on most body types. Details like standout USA-made craftsmanship are a surefire sign of quality, along with the use of exceptional denim fabric sourced from Okayama, Japan — a country that knows a thing or two about the best blue jeans.

The 3sixteen CT-101xs can just about do it all in matters of casual style, whether paired with a classic henley and a cardigan, or with a crisp Oxford shirt and a lightweight navy blazer for a dash of seasonal, high-low style. Given the investment-level price of these stylish men’s jeans ($290, to be exact), versatility is the name of the game in terms of wearability — make your next denim-centric wardrobe upgrade happen with the fresh nature of the 3sixteen CT-101xs, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Mott and Bow Is Now Making A Suede Trucker Jacket to Go With Your Favorite Jeans

There are certain tried-and-true menswear combinations that make perfect sense, that stand out stylishly while standing the test of time. And when you kick off one of those pairings starting with a pair of the best jeans for men — perhaps a pair made by our friends at Mott and Bow — the results are bound to be stylish, utterly classic and effortlessly cool.

Yes, that’s high praise, but as seems to be the case these days, a brand like Mott and Bow no longer just makes the best men’s jeans, but an entire supporting cast of menswear essentials that can cement your ideal #menswear ensemble pairing. In fact, the brand produces a range of complementary pieces, from super-soft T-shirts in long-sleeve and short-sleeve varieties to sweaters, polos and even shorts and swimwear. If you want to put together a full look featuring Mott and Bow menswear, now’s your chanc — outerwear very much included.

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Take the Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket, a premium piece of outerwear designed to take you from late winter into early (early!) spring with ease — and then some. Past Mott and Bow reviews on this site have covered everything from stylish travel pants to the brand’s remarkably classic denim in both Italian cotton and other materials, and the Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket is simply the latest must-buy piece from the ever-popular direct-to-consumer brand.

It’s quite simply all in the details when it comes to the Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket, which is crafted from 100 percent genuine goat suede leather in a rich shade of Olive that should style nicely with dark blue jeans, expertly faded grey or light wash denim, or black jeans from the modern direct-to-consumer brand. The Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket is also fully lined, including satin-lined sleeves for an easy-on, easy-off wearing experience. Note classic trucker jacket detailing and stitching across the back, while the zippered cuffs give this stylish men’s trucker jacket a touch of edgy good looks.

The fit on the Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket should prove relatively trim, so take note of the company’s size guide. And while Mott and Bow men’s jeans are quite affordable to begin with, you’re taking advantage of another perk when it comes to the Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket: It’s marked down somewhat incredibly to $397.50, versus $795 on sale.

Those are the kind of savings that can’t be beat in my book, especially as far as the best trucker jackets for men are concerned. The Mott and Bow Suede Trucker Jacket could prove a new favorite in your rotation, so act accordingly while it’s still on sale. Cheers to that, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Quarter-Zip Is a Seriously Cool Take on a Casual Staple

Best quarter-zip sweaters for men.

There are certain casual men’s style staples that, if you ask me, tend to get a bad rep of sorts. The quarter-zip sweater very well might be one of ’em, at least the way some brands make it: While ultra-useful for performance on the links and even as a lightweight, moisture-wicking travel sweater (a favorite way of mine to wear one!), there are some quarter-zip sweaters that lean a little too, well, corporate logo-heavy. But a better way is possible, and Buck Mason is on the case, folks.

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And while there’s nothing wrong with rocking one at a work conference, what about a better and more casually rugged way to wear the quarter-zip sweater? As with most modern casual style essentials for men, the good folks at Buck Mason have devised the perfect way to get back to the functional roots of the zip sweater, and the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip is a prime example of a new way to look at one of the best sweaters for men, period. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

The Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip takes its cues from vintage athletic wear, using a thick vertical cardigan rib knit design and fully fashioned construction for a burly, rugged take on the quarter-zip.

With its thick, sturdy collar, the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip manages to stand out from the pack, at least in my book — that holds true whether worn atop an Oxford shirt with dark blue jeans at the office, or with merino wool joggers more casually around the house or during a weekend coffee run. If it’s versatile style in a quarter-zip sweater that you seek, then the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip is the one to watch for this season.

With its yarn-dyed and garment-rinsed build, the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip also should feel plenty supple and comfortable right out of the box, while the ribbed collar and chest pocket add stylish detailing to a fresh take on a classic sweater for men. Available in two colors (the crisp India Ink and the eye-catching Sand Dollar), this new casual style staple should prove as wearable with expertly faded denim as with stretch chinos or corduroy trousers to round out the rest of winter. For an inspired take on a tried-and-true classic, reach for the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Exclusive Huckberry x Timex Black Max Watch Is On Sale Now for a (Very) Limited Time

It’s amazing what you can find in the world of the best men’s gear when you take a closer look and keep an eye out for the unexpected: In this day and age, that might mean scouring the digital pages of one of the best online shops for men, rather than perusing the aisles of a vintage store, but the process largely remains the same. So imagine the surprise of this Brooklyn style writer when looking through the always-covetable wares of the Huckberry Sale section.

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Along with an enviable selection of the best waxed jackets, rugged winter boots, durable travel bags and cozy winter sweaters was one of the more exclusive watches of the moment: The Huckberry x Timex Black Max 1979 Watch, an homage to a racing watch favorite that had become increasingly rare.

Yes, let’s get to the chase here, because the Huckberry Sale section contains a rare find in a collaborative watch from the iconic American watchmaker and the must-shop, do-it-all retailer, with plenty of nods to archival Timex watches built into one highly affordable timepiece. Marked down right now an astonishing 40 percent (which brings the price down below $150), the Huckberry x Timex Black Max 1979 Watch is perhaps one of the coolest watches at the moment, and certainly among the more affordable considering the bang for your buck that you’re getting.

The Huckberry x Timex Black Max 1979 Watch looks to an ultra-rare archival watch that’s been out of commission for nearly five decades, Huckberry notes, calling this sleek limited-edition watch a ” bold reissue of a Timex classic.” As we talked about on this Brooklyn style blog when this crisp, speed-inspired watch went on sale in December, the Huckberry x Timex Black Max 1979 Watch boasts a racing-inspired dial design and a stainless steel case, plus 100 meters of water resistance.

Beyond that, the Timex signature analog quartz movement ticks away within, while the 41mm dial should rest nicely on most wrists. The all-black colorway with an orange seconds hand and bold white indices offers a change of pace within the Huckberry x Timex Black Max 1979 Watch, while the band is interchangeable and compatible with other 20mm straps — multiple watches for one agreeable price, ehh my friends? Complete with a Huckberry-branded crown, this collaborative watch is merely the latest and greatest style offering from two brands that know a thing or two about style and savings — shop accordingly this week, folks.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These FRYE Hudson Boots are As Tough and As Stylish As It Gets for Rugged Winter Dressing

Frye men's boots review.

If you take a look outside in your neck of the woods, it should come as no surprise that winter’s worst still tends to bear down. But there are momentary breaks in the action, breaks where you might be able to trade in your tried-and-true snow boots (perhaps by L.L. Bean?) for something a bit more stylish, eye-catching and just as dependable in terms of traction and style.

It’s a tricky equation to perfect, as we often say on this Brooklyn style blog, but heritage brands that get the job done — like FRYE Company — are a wise addition to your wardrobe — especially as we get ready to step ever so slightly into early spring over the next month or so, it’s ideal to look at yet another pair of the best boots for men, and perhaps a new pair of FRYE men’s boots is just what the style doctor ordered (you’re welcome in advance).

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The FRYE Hudson Workboots, while not quite as rugged and road-ready as a pair of steel-toe work boots made for the factory floor, offer classically dependable good looks and the ultimate in accessible craftsmanship. With the FRYE Hudson Workboots, you’re getting a sense of craft and rugged appeal at every step of the way, from the Goodyear welted construction to the use of a traction-ready treaded rubber outsole.

Colors like rich Mahogany leather only make these stylish men’s leather boots, well, that much more stylish. Keep in mind that the Hudson Workboots also come in a moc toe boot construction, but the plain-toe Hudson Workboots should do the trick in equal measure, at least in my experience.

The smooth pull-up leather in eithr moc toe or plain toe form should patina handsomely over time, and these boots can even be made waterproof with balm from the legendary Northeast boot purveyors. The FRYE Hudson Workboots also feature an agreeable 6-inch shaft height, all the better to pair with blue jeans or corduroy trousers while offering some critical protection from the elements afoot.

And in matters of form and function, whether you lace up a pair in the company’s Whiskey colorway or stick with classic Black, I’d wager that the FRYE Hudson Workboots will give you just about everything you’re looking for in matters of standout style and durable design. Lace ’em up and see if they do the trick yourself, ehh?

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Close Out the Long Weekend with the Criquet President’s Day Sale On Some of the Best Shirts for Men

Criquet Shirts review.

The long weekend brings with the chance to rest and reflect, of course, but also chance to dive into one of my favorite national pastimes: Shopping the best menswear from my favorite brands, including a standout array of classically inspired accessories, rugged yet crisply cut outerwear, retro-tinged long-sleeve polos and simply stylish buttondowns from Criquet Shirts.

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As we’ve talked about on the blog in past Criquet Shirts reviews, the Austin-based brand makes it easier than ever to go from the links, the riverbank or the coast to your favorite local watering hole, cold beer in hand. There’s a sense of fun and retro style to the company’s offerings, to say the very least.

Its polo shirts, with their face-framing collar and classic design details, call to mind something Arnold Palmer might have worn, and they complement that offering with quilted shirt jackets, super-soft corduroy buttondowns and an array of long-sleeve and short-sleeve stretch knit shirts for easygoing-yet-polished good looks. What could be more fitting as you glance toward the first rays of early, early spring after a frigid mid-winter, ehh?

And on a further note: The Criquet Shirts President’s Day Sale is here to close out the proper weekend in style, yet you’ve still got tomorrow to shop as you indulge in some much-needed rest and relaxation. The code PRESIDENTIAL gets you 25 percent off sitewide at Criquet Shirts, prime savings as you look to stock up on everything from the personal-favorite Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket to a well-stocked, well-designed lineup of Western-inspired Criquet Shirts Pearl Snap Shirts.

There’s also a selection of new arrivals at Criquet Shirts that could very well be worth your time and money, especially considering sitewide savings of 25 percent off.

For those who favor classic style on the water and on the links, an array of buttery-soft Oxford Pique Polo Shirts might do the trick, or perhaps a Performance Polo made to wick away sweat hour after hour (when things finally warm back up again, that is).Take heed, my friends and remember: To close out the long weekend, the code PRESIDENTIAL gets you 25 percent off sitewide at Criquet Shirts — yes indeed, the Criquet Shirts President’s Day Sale has your wardrobe sorted out for the rest of winter into spring, with savings and style top of mind.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder 365 Pants – An All-Season, Versatile Classic for Your Wardrobe

Flint and Tinder 365 Pants review.

A lot can happen in the menswear world in a decade — I’ve certainly seen my fair share of changes running this Brooklyn style blog over the years (among many other pursuits!). Trends come and go, seasons change, looks and silhouettes shift — from slim-fit and ultra-skinny to overly relaxed to somewhere in between, especially in the world of men’s pants.

But some styles, like the chino or the blue jean, are built to stand the test of time in matters of looks, and that’s where you’ll find the sweet spot for your rotation. And when a pair of pants manages to blur the line between the chino and the jean in a way that’s effortlessly cool, that’s where you’ll want to double down — as with the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants from Huckberry, for example. Have you tried this ever-versatile crossover between a chino and a jean with five-pocket construction in a vast range of colors? Now is as great a time as any to start.

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And it’s fitting that Huckberry is looking back at some of its decade-old modern classics starting in 2026, including the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants — 3,650 days of those pants, as the famed retailer fittingly and sagely says. The retailer set out to merge the ideal blend of versatility and classic good looks with ultra-soft stretch fabric, or as the company says, they “set out to build a single pair of pants that were comfortable enough you’d want to wear them everyday, and versatile enough you could wear for any occasion.”

Having tried these stylish men’s pants over the years, I’d say that’s remarkably accurate — how about yourself, ehh?

The Flint and Tinder 365 Pants can just about do it all, featuring four fits (ranging from Slim to Classic, Straight and Tapered, with the Straight leg fit harkening back to the OG design of these comfortable stretch chino pants).

Built with five-pocket construction that nods to blue jeans, the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants are made from a soft 8oz. cotton with just enough stretch, and the fabric feels garment-dyed and easygoing right out of the box — so much so that you can rock the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants with everything from a more casual henley to a crisp Oxford shirt and timeless navy blazer.

A custom F&T metal button gets the details right, along with a premium YKK zipper, while utterly classic colors like Charcoal, Earth and Navy — in fact, a full assortment of these pants could have you covered in style from the office through the weekend without missing a beat. That’s what Huckberry set out to do, after all, and a decade on, I’ve say they’ve nailed that mission in handsome style.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Best Made Co. Might Have Perfected the Chambray Shirt – See For Yourself Here

Best Made Co. chambray shirt

How hard is it to improve upon a menswear classic like one of the best chambray shirts? Originally prized for its rough-and-rugged texture that made it an ideal workwear piece, the right chambray shirt can prove as versatile as dressier shirts in your closet (like the Oxford shirt) when done the right way.

And as we talked about just a few weeks back on this Brooklyn style blog, there are companies a cut above the rest, quite literally, when it comes to crafting refreshed takes on menswear staples like the chambray shirt — and that’s where Best Made Co. can help you see a style classic in a fresh, durable and stylish new light.

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As the company sagely notes, “in the annals of workwear, few pieces have been worn through the ranks like the chambray.” And for a newly resurgent brand that was restarted in the past few years by original founder Peter Buchanan-Smith, it makes perfect sense that Best Made Co. and the Best Made Okayama Selvedge Chambray Indigo Shirt would prove a dependable flagship piece.

The Best Made Okayama Selvedge Chambray Indigo Shirt hangs its hat on indigo rope-dyed chambray fabric hailing from — you guessed it — Okayama. The shirt and its highly authentic details like true selvedge edges on the inside cuffs and side seam (as seen above) round things out in authentic, durable and eye-catching form.

Cut and sewn in Portugal, Best Made Co. also notes that its “trademark “cuff-to-elbow-tuff” reinforcements” add another layer of rugged, workwear-approved performance.

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And fittingly enough given the fact that the details truly do make the difference, this handsome and utterly classic shirt is “a chambray built to outlast trends, seasons, and years of hard work,” the company rightfully notes. In my experience with Best Made Co., that sentiment assuredly holds true — from chambray shirts to the company’s trademark axes and more. This could very well be the best classic wardrobe addition you make for the season ahead.