August 21, 2023August 20, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Rugged Relwen Chinos from Huckberry are An All-Season Style Move

If durability and versatility is the name of the game when it comes to your wardrobe rotation of the best menswear essentials, then a pair of the best men’s chinos is the way to go. Well, one of the ways to go, at least, as you shop a fan-favorite menswear retailer like Huckberry.

More polished than jeans, more comfortable than dress trousers and able to be dressed up or dressed down with ease, the right pair of stylish men’s chinos can go a long, long way. Of course, that’s where the new Relwen Dura-Flex Chinos are going to prove that thesis correct in fine fashion.

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Huckberry calls them a “vital addition to your closet,” and this Brooklyn menswear writer certainly agrees. The Relwen Dura-Flex Chinos are a revamped take on the chino from the Ohio menswear brand, which focuses on rugged men’s style essentials often inspired by old-school classics, and this pair of pants is no different.

With the Relwen Dura-Flex Chinos, it all starts with the fabric, of course. That fabric is a blend of cotton, spandex and twill for comfort, stretch and dependability. In my personal experience with Relwen chinos, the Huckberry-approved company makes pants that move well with you, feel super-soft to the touch and have a nice amount of stretch. Naturally, I’m willing to bet that the Relwen Dura-Flex Chinos have those same characteristics.

And in terms of style points, the Relwen Dura-Flex Chinos also get the job done: Whether you pick them up in classic Drill Khaki or Dark Navy, they can be worn easily with everything from a Relwen pocket tee to your favorite chambray shirt.

Add a rugged Huckberry dive watch, and you’re all set for versatile day-to-night style. See what the right pair of chinos can do for you, and make use of them as often as you can when it comes to your daily menswear favorites.

August 20, 2023August 19, 2023 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Shop and Save on Sustainable Menswear with the Outerknown Outerworn Collection

If ever you’ve perused this men’s style blog on the regular, you know I’m all about the power of some of the best menswear deals. And if the deal in question merges style, form, function and savings — plus sustainability? Well, that’s all the better. You can’t ask for much more than that, after all, and this is where Outerknown comes into play with deals on the best men’s jeans, shirting and more.

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The modern menswear brand, founded by Kelly Slater and featuring a full lineup of personal favorites (from a rugged chambray shirt to the famed Outerknown Blanket Shirt) just gets it as far as sustainable menswear is concerned. And again, this is where we’ll go a step further with the Outerknown Outerworn Collection.

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It’s pre-owned Outerknown gear verified by the brand, sold to you for some serious savings — and it falls right in line with the company’s sustainably focused menswear mission. Think of it like circular fashion, with style points you can feel great about. Cheers to that, and on that note, I’ll bring the curtain down on today’s post, because that’s about as simple a mission as it gets: Yours today is to add to your wardrobe in an eco-friendly manner, my friends.

August 19, 2023August 15, 2023 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Outerknown Chambray Utility Shirt – A Rugged Everyday Shirt for Any Situation

If your wardrobe — or your quest to build the perfect #OOTD — is anything like mine, then there are staples you tend to turn toward time and again, as we talk about so often here on the blog. For this Brooklyn style writer, one of those moves has long been one of the best chambray shirts — and as of late, that also includes a search for the best sustainable menswear, too. Luckily for you, dear reader, Outerknown has both in spades, particularly today.

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That’s because we’re shining the spotlight on the Outerknown Chambray Utility Shirt, an ingenious, rugged and yet versatile move from the company that brought you the Outerknown Blanket Shirt (read a review of the Outerknown Blanket Shirt at that link).

Kelly Slater’s famed brand, founded by the surfing legend with a major focus on sustainable fashion and making some of the most eco-friendly menswear on the market, gets plenty right with this chambray shirt, which just so happens to be part of the Outerknown New Arrivals section. Thankfully, there’s plenty worth shopping among that selection — this shirt very much included. Let’s count the ways, shall we?

Crucially, the Outerknown Chambray Utility Shirt gets a lot of the details right, and then some, starting with that recognizable light blue, warp-and-weft weave and color you know and love from some of the best men’s chambray shirts. Organic cotton gives this shirt a highly sustainable touch, while its corozo buttons are made from palm nuts collected from the forest (yes, seriously).

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The Outerknown Chambray Utility Shirt also features contrast triple-needle stitching for durability and a stylish touch, while its double chest pockets are plenty useful for your everyday carry. You’ll also notice a tab collar closure, another timeless detail among the best chambray shirts. Taken altogether, this shirt is remarkably stylish and sustainable all at once, and that’s a wardrobe upgrade worth making.

August 18, 2023August 21, 2023 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: A Nashville Trip & Monterey Car Week with The Macallan

My friends, thanks as ever for joining me as we close out another week here at The Style Guide and look ahead to the weekend, to another Style Pick of the Week and to choice menswear purchases from some of the best online menswear shops, like Huckberry (of course).

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But first, let’s start with a quick departure from the usual. Now, if you follow me on Instagram, you’re well aware I’ve been jetting across the country once more as part of my many freelance writing pursuits — that includes writing about spirits for Maxim, naturally, among many other topics.

And this week in particular, it included a little bit of everything, in very memorable fashion. First, I took a pre-planned jaunt down to Nashville to A) Stay at the excellent Hutton Hotel and B) See my very favorite band, The National (a rather frequent occurrence this summer!). I’ve become an even bigger fan of the Music City in recent years, with so much more to see and do beyond just Broadway (although that’s a trip in and of itself!).

When opportunities such as these present themselves, I’m of the mind that it’s a wise bet to buy the ticket, take the ride: Roll with the punches, make it happen, get to the show and get on the road! And I certainly did that this week (all the while staying busy with this blog!).

My quick Nashville picks: Get the incredible focaccia pizza at the newly opened St. Vito Foccaceria (they live up to their name!),and be sure to grab a cold pint afterwards at Marble Fox Brewery nearby. And beyond that? Well, I had the exceptional privilege and good fortune to hop a surprisingly smooth flight out to San Francisco, followed by a ride through rolling hills and rugged dunes to Monterey Car Week.

It’s there that perhaps my favorite Scotch distillery on the planet, The Macallan, launched an epic Monterey Car Week activation (the stunning House of Macallan, among other highlights)). Now, I can’t share any details about what I tasted as of yet, but if you watch my work for Maxim.com (and follow me on Instagram!) in the months ahead, you’ll get a better idea. In the meantime, you can certainly add The Macallan to your collection from the comfort of your home.

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As to menswear and other pursuits: Be sure to watch this space (as they say), check out yesterday’s guide to the best men’s jeans from Todd Snyder, and then stick around for tomorrow’s Style Pick of the Week. Slàinte Mhath, as The Macallan says!

August 17, 2023August 15, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Todd Snyder Is Now Making the Perfect Casual Pair of Men’s Jeans

In my experience, there’s not a whole lot that a designer like Todd Snyder (one of the best menswear designers in the country) can’t do when it comes to designing menswear essentials that work well in a variety of situations. That’s likely an understatement, as the famed designer and J. Crew alum makes everything from the rugged (like his Todd Snyder x Champion collab) to the refined (like his stylish suiting), plus pieces in between — like your new favorite pair of blue jeans.

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And that brings us to today’s spotlight, which is worth checking out if you’ve never taken a closer look at Todd Snyder denim. There’s plenty to love about Todd Snyder’s denim offering, which expanded in 2019.

That lineup now includes everything from rich selvedge denim to the Todd Snyder Straight Fit Stretch Jean — between the stretch fabric and the agreeable straight-leg cut, they could be the perfect everyday jeans for most guys.

They feature a rich medium indigo wash for a casual look that does well in virtually any season (especially when worn casually with a rugged trucker jacket, I’m of the mind that faded jeans look great even outside of summer). The Todd Snyder Straight Fit Stretch Jeans get all the details right, from the agreeable 12.5oz. denim weight (again, with plenty of stretch via elastane!), plus the vintage-style fading and classic five-pocket construction.

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Right down to the antique copper rivets and the chain-stitched coin pocket, the Todd Snyder Straight Fit Stretch Jeans are about as cool as it gets. It’s also hard not to appreciate small touches like a suede-embossed back patch for a premium touch, and these stylish light wash blue jeans can even dress down a lightweight navy blazer as the weather turns chillier.

For $158, the Todd Snyder Straight Fit Stretch Jean is a heck of a deal in terms of casually rugged-yet-refined, perfectly cool style. Try ’em out and see for yourself.

August 16, 2023August 15, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Newest Taylor Stitch California Shirt is a Modern Style Classic

You’re likely well-acquainted with your favorite menswear brands and their place in your wardrobe: Your go-to blue jeans, your favorite pair of leather boots, a perfectly broken-in T-shirt. So when a brand like Taylor Stitch comes up with a rebooted take on a classic, that’s worth celebrating, yes?

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The fan favorite San Francisco menswear brand, a personal favorite of mine on this blog for years, already does a little bit of everything, including making rugged fall sweaters and one of the best men’s blazers. And yet, the brand started with a simple focus on making the perfect men’s shirt, which led them to the Taylor Stitch California Shirt — an iconic, modern shirt for the modern man.

And as you might have guessed by the headline at the top of the page, one of the best men’s shirts is back again in time for early fall — and back again in a big way.

You see, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt arrives again in an entirely new colorway just as we close out summer and look (ever so slightly) toward the best fall style essentials. Get ready, folks — the Taylor Stitch California Shirt is here to amp up your wardrobe. Your new favorite men’s shirt already comes in a pleasing array of colors and patterns, and it’s the rich Twilight Plaid shade (in sturdy yet soft brushed cotton twill) that sets this version of the Taylor Stitch California Shirt apart from the pack.

The details remain on point, from the flattering, face-framing and nicely sized collar to the washed fabric for a comfortable feel right out of the box. Beyond that, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt also comes in the brand’s signature chest sizing, with a tailored fit and a high armhole.

The fact that this shirt looks great untucked with a pair of the best men’s chinos from Taylor Stitch is no accident, and again, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt could quickly become your new favorite shirt. Buy it now to wear on cool summer nights, then keep it handy come fall and winter, because it’s a true wardrobe workhorse. Taylor Stitch wouldn’t have it any other (any other) way.

August 15, 2023August 13, 2023 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get 25 Percent off Gear in the Filson Last Chance Section

It’s easy to compile a list of the best menswear essentials, the sort of rugged gear you can’t live without. But’s not so easy, at times, to find that same rugged gear on sale, right? Not so fast, my friends. Meet the Filson Last Chance section, which is just about as close as it gets to walking into a Filson store or outfitter and finding some of your most coveted menswear picks on a clearance rack.

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As to be expected, Filson doesn’t run these types of discounts all that often, so if you’ve had your eye on something like the Filson Dryden Briefcase, well, you’re not quite in luck this time around. And yet, if you want access to a bit of everything else, be it Filson’s men’s jeans, a lightweight Filson shirt or a rugged Filson jacket (like one made from soft fleece or warm down), then you’re certainly in luck.

In fact, a personal favorite of mine might be the 25% discount on the heavy-duty Filson Pioneer T-Shirt, a T-shirt I’ve put through the ringer on trips to Minneapolis and beyond this summer.

Think of it like an optimal time to either score a deal on a piece you can wear right now, like a durable tee or a breezy buttondown, or else a chance to get a cold-weather essential just a bit early. That’s what the Filson Last Chance Sale can do for you right now — the only question is, how do you plan to wear your Filson gear what’s it’s in your wardrobe?

August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Shop This Lightweight Sea Culture Shirt for Breezy Everyday Style

If you’ve been keeping up with the blog as of late (and I certainly hope you have been!), then you’re well aware of the need to stay polished and stylish — even as the high heat of summer sticks around. In fact, staying polished yet comfortable is a crucial component of any #OOTD in any season.

And here’s where I’d like you to meet one of my new favorite buttondown shirts. I’ve tried out upstate New York-based Sea Culture over these past few months to great effect, and I’ve been especially impressed with the Sea Culture Marin Buttondown.

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It’s got all the tried-and-true bells and whistles of one of the best shirts for men (like a flattering fit, a handsome collar and a design that looks good tucked in with one of the best men’s blazers or casually untucked with stylish blue jeans).

Unlike some other shirts — even one of the best Oxford shirts, which might prove a bit too heavy for summer — this one is made of a stretchy nylon blend, so it’s got more in common with a stylish performance dress shirt.

And yet, it’s more casual than a dress shirt, so it wears well in business casual situations (unlike dress shirts, which are cut longer and made to be worn tucked in). Sea Culture also specializes in breezy, coastal-inspired gear, like one of the best men’s henleys in a super-soft fabric.

And yet, this piece is a change of pace for when you head in from the beach and get ready to head into town to snag a Negroni or a cold beer. Or else, you can wear your new favorite buttondown shirt with modern stretch chinos at the office, or else with the best weekend lounge shorts for casually cool style.

August 13, 2023August 12, 2023 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Get Up to 60 Percent off the Best Rugged Men’s Gear at AETHER Apparel

For as much as I love my tried-and-true favorites in the menswear world, it’s quite the treat to find a brand that makes you rethink how to merge form and function. I’m talking, in this case, about California-based AETHER Apparel, a brand that’s become a new (old) favorite of mine in the past few years.

AETHER Apparel was founded with a focus on menswear essentials that are truly designed to go from town to trail, with an emphasis on technical fabrics and streamlined designs — gear that looks as stylish going across town as it does when escaping the city for a day hike or camping trip.

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A tricky balance to strike, right? Of course, if you’ve checked out this blog as of late, perhaps you’re familiar with the fact that the brand now does everything from the best men’s sunglasses (a personal favorite!) to one of the best lightweight sweaters.

If you ask me, things just got even better as we dive into today’s Sunday Sale: You can get up to 60 percent off the best men’s outdoor gear at the AETHER Apparel End of Season Sale. It’s an opportunity that doesn’t come around all that often, particularly considering that AETHER crafts its gear from some of the finest technical fabrics on the planet, then sells it for a premium price (a price that’s worth it, no doubt!).

The deals are almost too good to be true within the AETHER Apparel End of Season Sale, but bear with me a moment. You can score 30 percent off, say, the sleek, water and wind-resistant Meridian Jacket, built with tough-as-nails yet lightweight GORE-TEX INFINIUM 2-layer fabric.

Among a full lineup of the best menswear deals, you’ll also find savings of 30 percent on the transition-ready, early fall-minded Pine Shacket, an all-weather buttondown you can layer over your favorite AETHER Apparel T-shirt.

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The savings certainly don’t end there at the AETHER Apparel End of Season Sale — you’ll save 50 percent on a handy early fall layering piece like the Jemison Half-Zip Sweater, and a selection of reliable, super-soft long and short-sleeve tees are also marked down via the AETHER Apparel End of Season Sale.

These deals have to be seen to be believed, so I’d recommend you make your way over to AETHER Apparel before the sale ends on August 15th. Good luck out there, my friends.

August 12, 2023August 12, 2023 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Shirt – The Perfect Shirt for The Rest of Summer

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed as of late (and I’m sure I’m not alone in this!), it’s that, well, it’s hot out. Mighty hot. Oppressively sweltering at times, and yet, you’ve certainly still got to put your best foot forward with some of the best men’s style essentials on the market.

Of course, you know that my good friends at Huckberry can help you do that — and while I might have taken yesterday off from today’s regularly scheduled Friday Read, we’re back in the swing of things today as I recommend one of the best buttondown shirts for men.

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Now, how exactly can a stylish buttondown shirt actually help you stay cool? Well, my friends, it’s simpler than you might think. You see, the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown has plenty of style points going for it, but here’s where it swerves from the traditional, heavier fabric of the Oxford cloth shirt, for instance.

The Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown is all about the fabrication, of course, and the key here is the use of a lightweight cotton twill fabric.

It’s the right way to stay polished even in the heat, as you can rock the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown with everything from stretch chino shorts to a pair of Flint and Tinder 365 Pants for polished yet comfortable days at the office and on the road.

It boasts a classic buttondown collar construction for a dash of casual style, along with a single chest pocket for another laidback yet traditional touch. Beyond that, your new favorite buttondown shirt comes in a slim fit and three timeless color combinations (the blue-and-white combo is my personal favorite, though).

And crucially, the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown comes with that Huckberry seal of approval: In my experience, Flint and Tinder shirts and menswear are high-quality, durable and timelessly designed. If that sounds like something your wardrobe could use to end summer, act accordingly and pick up the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown. Cheers, my friends.

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