May 11, 2023May 9, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Save 25 Percent On the Classic Shinola Runwell, Now Through May 14th

There are parts of building out your menswear wardrobe that are wildly fun, like developing your personal style wish list, and then there’s the actual execution of the process: If you’ve got your eye on, say, a stylish leather watch or an investment-level everyday carry essential, then those pieces aren’t always easy to pick up on the fly. There’s price, for one, and there’s availability, for another, but what if I told you your favorite watch brand was on a (temporary) mission to change all of that?

The watch brand in question, which I hope you’re familiar with if you read the blog frequently, is Detroit-based Shinola, which actually does so much more than just craft stylish men’s watches nowadays. There are also daily essentials like the Shinola Canfield Messenger Bag, but what we’re here to talk about today belongs on your wrist.

Naturally, that watch is the Shinola Runwell — actually, the Shinola Runwell 41mm — one of the best men’s watches in terms of versatility and now, value. That’s because the Shinola 10-Year Appreciation Event runs now through May 14th, giving you the rare chance to take 25 percent off sitewide on everything. Yes, everything from the famed watchmaker and fan favorite is up for grabs, but only for a few more days.

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Let’s go back briefly to the Shinola Runwell 41mm, the brand’s flagship style. It blends a sort of retro, Art Deco-type quality with the rugged-yet-refined appeal of a contrasting leather strap, and the 41mm case diameter makes it a touch more casual than some of the best men’s dress watches. The Shinola Runwell 41mm comes in a wide array of dial and strap colors (and you can also purchase Shinola watch straps to give your collection even more versatility).

But the best of the bunch, especially if you’ve got a large rotation of brown leather shoes and boots (like me!), might be a tan leather Shinola Runwell with a crisp white or black dial. It already retails for under $600 full price, but the Shinola 10-Year Appreciation Event drops that deal even lower. There’s no time to waste — pun intended. Save 25 percent now through Sunday.

May 10, 2023May 9, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Camp Collar Shirt is a Retro-Meets-Modern Classic

When the time comes to consider your wardrobe of summer style essentials — a time like right now, perhaps, as we roll into a new season — you very well might want to switch things up ever so slightly from the norm. For instance, perhaps you want to trade in a more classic short-sleeve chambray shirt for something with just a bit more retro flair.

Where’s a guy go to do just that? Easy. Stick with a tried-and-true brand you can trust, one with a knack for getting even more adventurous styles designed in expert fashion. That brand, my friends, is the all-American style purveyors at Buck Mason, and when you want to switch up your rotation of the best short-sleeve shirts for summer, they’ll have you sorted out in no time.

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Take the throwback-tinged Buck Mason Cotton-Linen Camp Shirt. It’s got plenty going for it in terms of breezy fabric, yet it’s the camp collar design — a ’50s and ’60s style staple — that makes it so covetable. Of course, it only gets better from there, as does the rest of the Buck Mason Spring and Summer Collection.

The Buck Mason Cotton-Linen Camp Shirt tones things down from the traditional polo or a short-sleeve shirt with a classic stand-up collar. Because of the lay-flat collar and the roomier fit through the body, it’s ideal for especially hot conditions while still delivering a cleaned-up look. Buck Mason also used single-needle stitching throughout this garment, which prevents shearing and helps the shirt drape better — again, this is another crucial touch in the heat.

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Plus, the Buck Mason Cotton-Linen Camp Shirt features vented side seams, which also allow the shirt to lay in a more refined manner. Those touches give the Buck Mason Cotton-Linen Camp Shirt the ability to be worn a touch casually (with chino shorts, for instance) or in a more classic fashion (with rolled Buck Mason jeans and chukka boots).

You can also style the Buck Mason Cotton-Linen Camp Shirt — especially in the crisp Navy and Faded Black colorway — underneath a Buck Mason suit for the ultimate hybrid between easygoing looks and refined fashion this season. A classic, made modern? That’s the Buck Mason way, and your wardrobe is all the better for it.

May 9, 2023May 8, 2023 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 60 Percent On this Rugged Workshirt from Huckberry

If you read the blog, you know that sometimes, opportunity is everything, and timing is crucial when it comes to stocking up (or restocking up on) the best men’s style essentials for spring and summer. I do my best to stay on top of on-sale menswear, of course, and some deals are just too good to pass up — that’s particularly the case when it comes to the Huckberry Sale section, long a personal favorite of mine.

And while breezy summer style is all the rage right now, there are times when you’ve got to get down to business, quite literally, and times when you still can use one of, say, the best workshirts for men. The good news is, today’s stylish workshirt is a whopping 60 percent off. Yessir, 60 percent off. Of course, Huckberry is as reliable a place as any to get rugged menswear designed to go the distance, and that’s certainly true with the hard-wearing, made-for-anything Flint and Tinder Crossback Workshirt. After all, would you expect anything less from ’em? That’s what I thought.

Now, you might have your eye on one of the best summer shirts for men in terms of lightweight style, but be it on a camping trip or during a backyard bonfire, one of the best men’s workshirts can still come in mighty handy.

And in terms of durability, style points and utility (sometimes a tricky combination to nail down), the Flint and Tinder Crossback Workshirt delivers the goods. It starts with the custom-developed fabric, a uniquely Huckberry touch, and in this instance, it’s a looseweave flannel that should prove soft and easy to layer, yet remarkably tough. It’s almost like wearing a blanket, which makes the Flint and Tinder Crossback Workshirt a warm option on breezy spring summer nights.

Beyond that, the Flint and Tinder Crossback Workshirt is triple-needle-stitched at key stress points, with crossback construction across the shoulders for added dependability and mobility. Oversized fisheye buttons are a crucial workshirt detail designed to provide easy access, especially if you wear this flannel workshirt atop one of your favorite T-shirts or a Huckberry henley.

And again, it’s worth repeating that you get all of this rugged style and toughness for an astounding 60 percent off right now. That drops the Flint and Tinder Crossback Workshirt down to under $60, a terrific price to pay for your new go-to summer workshirt.

May 8, 2023May 8, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Add the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts to Your Summer Style Rotation ASAP

We took a break yesterday from our regularly scheduled programming with the Sunday Sale briefly on recess, but we’re back today with one of the best summer style picks to buy now. When you really get down to it, it’s never too early to start preparing for the next season in terms of the best men’s style essentials, and although summer doesn’t technically start until, well, late June, that’s why we’re here today.

Yessir, there’s no time like the present to get a slight jump on the best summer style essentials, starting with something you might find yourself wearing the large majority of every week. Especially in these work-from-anywhere times, a pair of the best men’s shorts is a downright must-have, and that’s where the good folks at Huckberry come into play.

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If ever you needed a reminder that Huckberry in-house brand Flint and Tinder does things the right way, witness how they help you step from season to season with ease. While the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants are a go-to in all four seasons, the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are the answer to your prayers on hot summer days aplenty. Available in three inseams (including an on-trend five-inch inseam), these stylish men’s shorts are made from durable yet comfortable, versatile stretch cotton, just like Flint and Tinder’s famed 365 Pants.

The spandex lightens things up in terms of weight, the cotton feels soft right out of the box, and the range of colors is plentiful enough to suit every style. Let’s keep it brief today, and take this recommendation to heart: Prepare early and often with the best summer style essentials, like these supremely comfortable, stylish shorts, and your wardrobe will thank you in kind this season.

May 6, 2023May 3, 2023 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Mack Weldon Silver Pique Tee – The Best Luxe Tee to Wear This Summer

I don’t know about you, but when I get dressed on the daily, I often look for pieces that are classic, yet upgraded slightly and done in ways that are ever-so-different. Take the practice of wearing a T-shirt (or rather, one of the best men’s T-shirts). It’s an item I’m willing to bet you might wear as many as 7 days a week in these more casual, work-from-anywhere times. If that’s the case, at least one of the T-shirts you’re wearing might as well be a well-made, luxe upgrade, right? And that’s where my good friends at Mack Weldon come into play.

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You likely recognize the brand for making one of the most versatile men’s jackets, as well as comfortable and high-quality basics like the best men’s underwear and socks, yet the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt does things even better than one might expect from the New York City DTC brand. Now, keep in mind that the Mack Weldon Pima Crew T-Shirt is already a fan favorite (and that’s thanks to the soft cotton construction), but the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt goes a step further.

Crucially, the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt is built with both Supima cotton (again, another soft touch in terms of fabric), plus the brand’s anti-odor Ionic+ silver technology, which fights odor. There’s also a side split hem on the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt, so it drapes more like a polo, while the White version of this stylish men’s T-shirt boasts a tipped navy collar for a touch of refinement.

That turns it into a classic tee you can wear underneath a soft-shouldered navy blazer, or else with olive chinos and your favorite pair of leather chukka boots for a touch of high-low style. Of course, it’ll wear just as well with some of the best blue jeans for truly timeless style.

And crucially, the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt uses a stretchy micro knit pique fabric weave, just like one of your favorite polos, so it moves with you and performs on the course, across town and everywhere in between. Naturally, that makes the Mack Weldon Silver Pique T-Shirt pricier than other Mack Weldon T-shirts (it retails for $68, compared to $38 for the standard Pima Crew Neck).

And yet, once you try on this soft, breathable and classed-up tee, you’ll really feel the difference. Go on, upgrade your T-shirt this spring and summer — you’ll be glad you did.

May 5, 2023May 3, 2023 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: A Visit to Boston and the Joseph Abboud Factory

My friends, we’re wrapping up another momentous week here at The Style Guide, and this time, it included a trip closer to home (unlike my April trek to Dublin with Glendalough Gin!). Through my freelance writing pursuits, I get the chance to pursue my passions for menswear, spirits and watches (to name just a few) all across the country and even right up the East Coast, as I visited Boston and New Bedford, Mass. with the one and only Joseph Abboud.

The occasion for the visit? A behind-the-scenes look at the iconic tailoring company, not unlike an early April trip I took (also to the Boston area!) with famed USA eyewear brand Randolph Engineering. Companies committed to making quality menswear in the United States are few and far between, and doing so at a larger scale is even more impressive, as I found out when touring the factory. Of course, if you follow me on Instagram, you’re well aware that our group was also fitted for our own custom Joseph Abboud suit, an experience I always enjoy.

I’ll have more to share from that trip plenty soon, but in the meantime, I’ll leave you with two quick recommendations to send you off to the weekend in style: Head to my good friends at Shinola to shop the Shinola 10-Year Anniversary Sale now through May 14th, and amp up your spring and summer wardrobe in the process by checking out this blog post on the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt. Between those two shopping selections, I’d say your spring and summer wardrobe is going to end up looking mighty great this season. As always, thanks for reading — cheers!

May 4, 2023May 3, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Upgrade Your Summer Footwear with Some of the Best Boat Shoes from Huckberry

There are certain men’s style essentials you come to rely on over the years, classic men’s style picks you can be sure look great in practically any situation. That’s especially true as you build your wardrobe from the ground up with some of the best casual shoes for men, which could account for everything from the best chukka boots to stylish men’s sneakers to a pair of the best boat shoes for men.

All are certified style classics, all belong in a well-rounded wardrobe, and your new favorite pair of boat shoes enters your wardrobe today via the good folks at Huckberry (where else, am I right??).

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And the pair in question comes from Rhodes Footwear, a brand dreamed up by the Huckberry team with a penchant for making a wide range of shoes, from the best Chelsea boots for spring to, of course, the Rhodes Footwear Tahoe Boat Shoes that are the first order of business today. These appealingly rugged boat shoes fall right in line with the Rhodes Footwear ethos — there’s classic style, there’s durability and there are more than a few touches that elevate them above typical boat shoes (in this case, quite literally).

When it comes to the Rhodes Footwear Tahoe Boat Shoes, they’re perfect for bridging the gap between spring and summer, when you still want shoes with some substance and dependability (note the sturdy Montagna outsole). These handsome boat shoes (as Huckberry says) are designed with a contrast-stitch moc toe upper and three-eyelet construction, giving them a more souped-up feel than other spring and summer slip-ons.

And of course, they’re also leather-lined for added comfort, and for good measure, the Rhodes Footwear Tahoe Boat Shoes are crafted with care in footwear mecca Leon, Mexico. You could call them boat shoes you can count on, you can call them a spring and summer must-have, or you could simply dub them your next footwear purchase. Either way, the Rhodes Footwear Tahoe Boat Shoes won’t let you down.

May 3, 2023May 2, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt Is Your Go-Anywhere Summer Shirt

Best men's short-sleeve shirt for summer.

From time to time, especially as breezy weather rolls into town, you need to stick with the basics — that doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to turn boring in an instant, though. Yes indeed, there’s a surefire way to wear the top men’s style essentials for summer in a way that’s fresh, easy, breezy and stylish, all the while shaking things up in a way that’s distinctly interesting — yet subtle on the surface. How best to do that?

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For starters, stick with one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts when you want a touch of polish, a dash of easygoing air and a sense of comfort that’s nearly akin to wearing one of your favorite T-shirts. Yes, that’s what you’re getting with the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt, which updates the brand’s iconic Taylor Stitch California Shirt with a more streamlined, sun-friendly construction.

For those days when it’s a touch too hot to wear one of the best denim jackets, yet you still want more polish than even a tee can provide, there’s the soft, easygoing yet sharp Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt. Made from 100 percent organic cotton pique (like one of your favorite polos), the fabric is also washed for softness, and yet the Taylor Stitch Short-Sleeve California Shirt also boasts the brand’s face-framing, flattering California collar.

For good measure (literally), it comes in useful chest sizes, so you can nail the perfect fit. And of course, it comes in cool colors like Marine Pique or a yellow-hued Oak. This shirt has all the trappings of a new spring and summer favorite, so shop accordingly right this instant.

May 2, 2023May 1, 2023 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 25 Percent on the Best Men’s Watches & More at Shinola Through May 14th

Every once in a little while, a menswear deal comes around that’s so astonishing, it makes you stop and take notice — be it from a heritage retailer like Filson or a brand that makes some of the best watches for men, those deals are often too good to pass up. That leads us nicely into today’s Tuesday Steal, which actually runs now for the next 12 days.

You’re going to want to sit down (or stand up and take notice!) with this one: As part of Shinola’s 10-year anniversary, you can take 25 percent off sitewide through May 14th. Yes indeed, the Shinola 10-Year Appreciation Event is a rather remarkable way to shop and save (and possibly spend some of that tax refund), especially if you’ve had your eye on, say, the Shinola Bronze Monster Automatic or any of the Detroit lifestyle brand’s selection of the best men’s watches — period.

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The ideal thing about the Shinola 10-Year Appreciation Event is the fact that it applies to more than just watches, and if you know anything about the Detroit craftspeople at Shinola, it’s that they do so much more than just watches these days. With only a few exceptions this time around (like Pet products and the Shinola x Crate & Barrel collaboration), everything online in terms of the best men’s accessories is yours for the taking, including a lineup of stylish leather bags and wallets for men.

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Whether you want the handsome Shinola Canfield Brief, or whether you’d like to get a new Shinola Runwell on your wrist, there’s one standout way to do so right now: Simply shop the Shinola 10-Year Appreciation Event and reap the rewards accordingly, my friends. Happy shopping!

May 1, 2023April 30, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Layer Up for Spring with This Rugged Chore Coat from Huckberry

The best style moves in these increasingly casual post-pandemic days are the ones that — at least in the opinion of your Brooklyn style writer — do more than one thing well. Take one of the best chore coats for men, for instance. It’s got workwear roots and can be worn for, well, real live work, but it can also serve as an effortlessly cool jacket for plenty of spring pursuits (and it’s one of the best men’s jackets for spring for those very reasons).

And the Wills Wrinkle Free Chore Coat, from the good folks at Huckberry, knocks it out of the park when it comes to versatile, dependable spring style. It’s got what Huckberry calls “handsome, laidback” style, which is precisely what you should be looking to add to your wardrobe this season — and it’s got the right sense of easygoing cool, plus a classic chore coat design, that makes it fit for work or play in equal measure.

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How exactly does Huckberry do it? It’s simple, really: Start with outstanding fabric, the kind that’s both breezy and yet performance-minded. It’s the wrinkle-free linen-poly blend that does the trick nicely when it comes to the Wills Wrinkle Free Chore Coat, and that fabric will actually get softer the more you wear and wash it. And make no mistake, you’re going to want to wear the Wills Wrinkle Free Chore Coat plenty this season.

It’s got the kind of timeless workwear style you expect in your chore coats, including a top-entry chest pocket and two top and side-entry hip pockets for your everyday carry essentials. The fold-over collar and tailored button front on the Wills Wrinkle Free Chore Coat gives it the kind of polish that means you can wear it as a blazer replacement (yes, seriously) atop everything from one of your favorite T-shirts to a crisp Oxford shirt.

And the Wills Wrinkle Free Chore Coat doesn’t skimp on style points, either: It comes in crisp colors like Fossil and Smoke, either of which fits right in with breezy spring trends. Crucially, the fabric on this handsome, rugged chore coat also resists wrinkles, so you can pack it up for a spring road trip — or wear it as a useful travel jacket — without missing a beat. Style it with expertly faded denim and your favorite chukka boots, or else go a touch more polished with a pair of the best men’s chino pants — either way, it looks to me like you’ve found your new favorite spring jacket.

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