January 21, 2024January 15, 2024 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Take As Much As 70 Percent Off at the Todd Snyder Winter Sale

Whenever I get the chance, I take a pass through my favorite menswear brands (yes, very much including Todd Snyder) to see the latest and greatest, be it a luxurious trucker jacket or an essential, everyday dress shirt. And sometimes, I land somewhere between those two extremes, looking for rare finds and pieces that add a touch of personal flair to any #OOTD.

Here’s the great news: You can find all of the above (yes, all of the above) and then some up for grabs via the Todd Snyder Winter Sale, which is why we’re here today, in fact. Although there have been some excellent discounts out there from the award-winning menswear designer across the holiday season, one of the best menswear deals right now has a little something extra in store.

Namely, you can shop the Todd Snyder Winter Sale to get as much as 70 percent off your favorite in-season menswear — simply use the code EXTRA40 to unlock deals on your favorite style essentials. From flannel shirts to joggers, dress trousers, hybrid cardigan sweater polos, handsome blazers and rugged crewneck sweaters, the Todd Snyder Winter Sale is a stellar opportunity to add a dash of new style to your wardrobe in a (relatively) new year.

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Take a peek, add a few items to your wish list (or shopping cart), and then eagerly await that shipment, my friends.

January 20, 2024January 15, 2024 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket – Your Wear-Anywhere Winter Jacket

Layering up for winter doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style entirely in the name of performance, as we often say here on the blog. In fact, your winter menswear essentials can meet that two-fold aim quite handily, and if you don’t believe me, look no further than Relwen, the Ohio-based, heritage-inspired brand sold by the good folks at Huckberry.

In my experience, Relwen delivers the right balance of timeless style and modern performance, whether it’s one of the best men’s shirt jackets or the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket — a fan favorite that assuredly lives up to its rugged-meets-stylish billing. A quilted jacket, after all, is among the better winter jackets to have on hand, with pockets of insulation and added warmth. And this particular option is something special indeed, all thanks to Relwen’s unique take on classic military styles.

The Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket merges a diamond quilted exterior (for even insulation distribution) with a cotton flannel twill build, all the better for winter weather resistance. The stand-up collar delivers crucial coverage in cold weather, and Relwen packed the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket with a laundry list of helpful addition features.

Those include a zip chest pocket and a snap chest pocket, plus hip handwarmer pockets, all with plenty of space for your favorite everyday carry essentials. A leather zipper pull adds some visual interest and heritage quality to the streamlined fit of the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket, while contrasting interior colors add a shot of subtle style.

The best part about this rugged puffer jacket might be its hybrid sense of style — it’s got the utility of a field jacket along with the added coverage (as it hits below the hip), and it’s more stylish than other puffer jackets on the market.

The Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket is the kind of grab-and-go jacket you can wear atop your favorite henley with blue jeans, or else as a layer on your commute atop one of the best Oxford shirts as you head in for a casual day at the office.

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And when the time comes to hit the road for a weekend getaway, the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket could check every single box for multiple days in a row, winter hikes and evening whiskey included. Your search for a go-anywhere, wear-with-almost-anything, stylish men’s winter jacket is over, and you’ve got the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket to thank for that.

January 19, 2024January 15, 2024 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Heading West with Rockford Fosgate Audio

Another Friday brings with it another chance to plan for and select the best weekend menswear essentials, so thanks once more for joining me here at The Style Guide. If you follow me on Instagram, you know that in addition to my freelance writing pursuits scouring the market for the best in new menswear, I also cover a bit of everything for sites like Maxim, be it the best new Irish whiskey, the best American-made knives or the coolest high-end audio on the market.

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In fact, it’s that final pursuit that saw me trekking West these past few days with none other than Rockford Fosgate. Not familiar? They’re an innovative audio brand focused on outfitting your favorite rugged outdoor and everyday vehicles — from Jeeps to boats and motorcycles — with crystal-clear, high-voltage sound, no matter where your adventures take you.

It’s a fascinating concept, one that I appreciate as a lover of music and top-notch sound quality. And while I don’t get behind the wheel myself much these days, I still had a blast rolling through the desert and cruising waterways with the Rockford Fosgate team, all in a quest to find out what makes the brand tick (as I did on so many trips last year!). You can certainly find out much more soon via my writing for Maxim.

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Of course, it wouldn’t be a press trip — whether trekking to Bourbon Country or exploring the Northeast in a waxed trucker jacket — without the right accompanying gear to get me from point A to point B. Now, the blend of brisk mornings and nights, combined with days in the 60s and 70s, called for a few special tricks (as you might have seen on my Instagram).

Naturally, I trusted Huckberry‘s T-shirts and henleys, plus Filson overshirts, to keep me comfortable and in proper form. I also found the time to explore the Phoenix craft beer scene (as we all know, I sure do love trying out the best new craft beers!), and found Wren House Brewing an excellent stop.

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Between a deep dive into the world of high-end audio, the chance to put some of my favorite menswear to the test, and the opportunity to have a few cold beers at day’s end, I’d say it was another successful freelance trek — with many more to come! Stay tuned for a full weekend of the best rugged menswear here on the blog, and my deepest thanks for reading — cheers!

January 18, 2024January 15, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Amp Up Your Winter Outerwear with the Sustainable Outerknown Blanket Trucker Jacket

It’s one thing to have a wardrobe packed with menswear essentials you can reach for at every turn — lounging at home, hitting the town, dashing out for weekend coffee or heading to the office. It’s another thing entirely to pack that wardrobe with the best sustainable menswear essentials, but my friends, that’s why we’re here today.

The good folks at Outerknown have that noble goal top of mind, and if you’re not familiar with the West Coast brand founded by surfing icon Kelly Slater, then I’d wager that a piece like the Outerknown Blanket Trucker Jacket (prime for winter weather) is an excellent place to start.

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It’s not the most iconic piece from the modern brand — that’d be the wear-with-anything cotton twill shirt and overshirt that is the highly versatile Outerknown Blanket Shirt — but consider it another addition to your wardrobe of (repeat after me) sustainable menswear essentials. And rest assured your new favorite trucker jacket shares plenty of that same style, utility and rugged DNA as its more famous predecessor.

Slater founded the brand with an eye toward using better fabrics, producing less waste and producing stylish menswear more efficiently, and that lends itself nicely to pieces like the famed Outerknown Blanket Shirt, among others.

Take the Outerknown Blanket Trucker Jacket: It’s made with a blend of organic and recycled cotton denim across the exterior, which features classic trucker jacket touches like point flap pockets and “V” stitching from pockets to hips. The lining is also made with 100 percent organic cotton, in keeping with its shared DNA from the acclaimed Outerknown Blanket Shirt.

Handwarmer hip pockets make this trucker jacket an easy move on brisk mornings and nights — while you’ll want to keep one of the best men’s parkas handy for much more inclement winter weather, the Outerknown Blanket Trucker Jacket could be a casually rugged go-between with dark brown chinos, tan corduroy pants or olive chinos.

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As the company sagely notes, it’s “tough on the outside, soft on the inside,” and with its style points, the Outerknown Blanket Trucker Jacket could just change the way you think about sustainable menswear this season (and beyond).

January 17, 2024January 15, 2024 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots Are as Tough as It Gets This Season

Across the years, plenty of brands have gone from bona fide workwear brands to bona fide style brands, sometimes quite quickly. Some of these essential menswear brands lean one way or another, some keep doing things much the same, and some simply stand the test of time any way you slice it. And that, my friends, is how Red Wing Heritage finds itself on the pages of this blog.

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The iconic Minnesota brand is a personal favorite for their steadfast commitment to quality, plus richly crafted, rugged leather boots — like the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Traction Tread Boot as sold by Huckberry.

It’s everything you could want in your new favorite pair of boots, but with a few helpful features to take things up a notch as far as winter style essentials are concerned. Let’s start with the upper and construction, since the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Traction Tread Boot mimics the same double-layer toe cap as the original Iron Ranger, all the while using S.B. Foot Tanning full-grain oiled leather (the good stuff, as I like to call it).

That durable and deep leather gives the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Traction Tread Boot a touch of classic style (as Iron Ranger boots have become plenty popular across the past decade-plus), but these are also a tried-and-true pair of the best work boots.

The Goodyear-welted upper meets Red Wing’s Traction Tred outsole for a further shot of durability. Although made to keep you on your feet on slick surfaces, that outsole uses a shallow lug, so the bottom of your boots aren’t caked in mud.

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Throw in the fact that the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Traction Tread Boot features perspiration, water and stain resistance, and you’ve got a hard-wearing, rugged pair of boots fit for winter’s toughest tasks.

Oh, and provided they don’t get too dirty out there, you could go so far as to pair your new favorite Red Wing boots with dark blue jeans, a timeless Oxford shirt and yes, your favorite winter blazer. From the office to the field and back, these hard-working boots have you covered.

January 16, 2024January 13, 2024 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get 50 Percent Off the Aether Apparel Archive Sale Right Now

Sometimes, the best men’s style deals feel as rare as a solar eclipse, at least from some retailers – blink and you’ll miss it, so to speak, and that’s why I’m all about striking while the iron is hot to score savings on the best menswear and gear out there.

In the case of today’s post, things are getting technical enough for the field and yet sleek enough for the city, since AETHER Apparel is running a rare Archive Sale. The rarely-discounted California brand is offering up older styles for 50 percent off, and there’s enough there to catch your eye — I guarantee it. Yes indeed, 50 percent off from technically focused yet stylish brand AETHER Apparel is yours for the taking, but it’s not going to last forever.

But why shop and save now? It’s a two-fold endeavor, as many picks from the AETHER Apparel Archive Sale are built for winter-ready functionality — sure, they hail from the brand’s past collections, but it’s not just a sale packed with spring and summer styles.

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The company is among my personal favorites for its mix of innovative design, technical prowess and, well, a serious cool factor that’s tough to top. That extends to AETHER Apparel sunglasses as well as one of the best men’s sweaters, to name two favorites — these are built with premium, durable materials, just as with many outdoor brands, but they haven’t skimped on rugged style, either.

You’ll find a bit of everything in this essential men’s style sale, from tough, streamlined puffer jackets to insulated winter parkas, quilted vests, cozy joggers and more, all in a range of vibrant colors (like the deep green Ghost Jacket shown at the top of the page).

There’s even a superfine merino wool cardigan in a classic shawl design up for the taking in a trio of colors. Yessir, the AETHER Apparel Archive Sale practically has it all if you’re in search of timeless style and technical innovation, so do your future self a favor and amp up your wardrobe ASAP.

January 15, 2024January 13, 2024 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Bonobos Merino Sweater Is a True Daily Winter Must-Have

With all this talk of men’s style resolutions for 2024 as of late, it’s important to keep in mind that a great wardrobe still needs the building blocks of men’s style essentials — building blocks like a selection of the best sweaters for men, for instance.

There’s a time and a place to incorporate lots of pattern and a distinct personal style into an #OOTD, but at times, the occasion (like a day at the office) calls for a workhorse sweater you can trust to elevate your look.

And that sweater in question today is the Bonobos Washable Merino V-Neck Sweater, an everyday essential that comes in plenty of colors to suit every taste. In my personal experience, this stylish men’s sweater is reliable enough to take you through your workweek and into the weekend with ease (especially if you take advantage of its many stylish colors from Bonobos).

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It’s also a perfect example of the fact that, for some time now, the makers of your favorite daily chinos have branched out into a full rotation of easy-to-wear, well-made men’s style pieces, including one of the best flannel shirts for winter and a full lineup of the best men’s cardigans, corduroy pants and much more.

It certainly helps that the Bonobos Washable Merino V-Neck Sweater is a perfect complement to expertly tailored Bonobos chinos: Quality fabric, a range of fit options and sharp style at the office or on a date are all easily attainable with this crisply cut, versatile sweater.

Oh, and perhaps the most important thing about the Bonobos Washable Merino V-Neck Sweater? It’s that washable merino fabric, which stands up to repeat wear and helps regulate your temperature, all the while resisting stretching or bunching.

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While on the surface, the Bonobos Washable Merino V-Neck Sweater might seem straightforward, that merino wool fabric blend gives it a dash of added appeal compared to traditional cotton V-neck sweaters. Plus, the V-neck collar allows you to pair this shirt with either a casual chambray buttondown or a dress shirt-and-tie combo beneath it, and again, the color options are nearly endless from Bonobos.

The next time you reach for a winter sweater for everyday wear, make sure at least one color option of the Bonobos Washable Merino V-Neck Sweater is close at hand, my friends.

January 14, 2024January 27, 2024 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save An Extra 20 Percent On the Best Men’s Outdoor Gear at Free Fly Apparel

There’s something fun about feeling like you’ve got your perfect casual menswear wardrobe all sorted out for winter 2024 and beyond, from T-shirts to shorts to your favorite henley. These should be comfortable pieces that move with yo u, feel great and hey, look great all the while.

It’s part of the idea that even your casual style essentials can be upgraded, elevated, and yes, ready to get out there and tackle some winter weather. Sounds pretty appealing, right?

Well, get ready to take a deep dive into that world with today’s Sunday Sale, which shines a spotlight on one of my favorite performance apparel brands: Free Fly is giving you the chance to get an extra 20 percent off via its End of Season Sale using the code EXTRA20. Pretty straightforward, if you ask me, but it’s what’s in the sale that should really catch your attention, too.

Free Fly Apparel makes gear for guys on the go, often using stretchy, sustainable materials like bamboo to make one of the best men’s henleys, as well as beach and sun hoodies, the best men’s stretch shorts and cozy weekender joggers and T-shirts.

It’s not quite workout gear, nor is it purely loungewear: It’s an ingenious approach that can add some comfort and style to laidback weekend looks, plus functionality for days spent on the road, on the trail or somewhere in between.

It all comes together in pieces like the Free Fly Bamboo Sherpa-Lined Hoodie, which uses a stretchy bamboo fiber exterior, then lines that casually rugged hoodie in soft sherpa for extra warmth. Right now, your new favorite everyday hoodie is on sale for less than $120 via that End of Season Sale, to go along with pieces like comfortable quarter-zip sweaters, signature Free Fly bamboo hoodies and tailored joggers.

Yes indeed, the Free Fly End of Season Sale gives you the goods for an extra 20 percent off with the code EXTRA20, and that’s one heck of a way to end a winter weekend, if you ask me.

January 13, 2024January 12, 2024 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Mini Waffle Crew – A Casually Cozy, Stylish Weekend Layer

Editor’s note: We took a brief break — a rare vacation day! — from our weekly Friday menswear recap yesterday, but expect two posts on the best men’s s style this weekend. Cheers!

So much of the world of men’s style, in my view, comes down to taking something you’re familiar with, and then ramping it up ever-so-slightly & in a way that makes you enjoy wearing it all the more. Take one of the best long-sleeve crewneck shirts (perhaps the kind you’re reaching for on a brisk Saturday morning like this one).

Maybe your favorite crewneck is a bit worse for the wear, or maybe you’d like a stylish crewneck T-shirt that’s comfortable enough to wear at home with your favorite joggers, and yet cool enough to wear underneath a rugged trucker jacket for grabbing Saturday afternoon beers.

Sounds near impossible, right? Well, folks, as with most impossible things in the menswear world, top men’s style designer Billy Reid hits it out of the ballpark again with the Billy Reid Mini Waffle Crew, a subtly stylish, cozy and functional layer for all of life’s easygoing pursuits.

The best part is, this ever-versatile crewneck toes the line between T-shirt, thermal shirt and sweatshirt, moving between categories rather seamlessly.

The Billy Reid Mini Waffle Crew has the characteristic V-stitched collar of your favorite crewneck sweatshirt, the luxe cotton and cashmere blend of a more traditional sweater for the office, and the waffle stitching of a thermal — yes, you read all of that correctly. Billy Reid recommends layering it under, well, a bit of everything, be it your favorite winter blazer or a rugged flannel shirt or that aforementioned waxed trucker jacket.

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And while the Billy Reid Mini Waffle Crew might seem pricey for a long-sleeve tee, it’s also a cozy loungewear piece, and a well-made one at that. Where else can you find a simple tee-sweater hybrid that works in so many ways, for your weekend and beyond? Of course, Billy Reid is the place to go in my book, and I hope you feel the same way.

January 11, 2024January 10, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Buck Mason Waxed Canvas Deck Jacket is A Hard-Wearing Winter Style Classic

If rugged durability and timeless style is the name of the game, as it tends to be these days, then it’s hard to go wrong with a brand like Buck Mason. If you’ve perused the pages of this blog to find your new favorite blazer or a classic winter peacoat, you assuredly know this to be true, and the all-American brand just keeps upping the ante with each season and new release.

And today’s release in question? The Buck Mason Dry Waxed Canvas Deck Jacket, an utterly classic piece made with heritage inspiration top of mind.

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Now, the Buck Mason men’s jackets selection runs the gamut from the timeless (like the aforementioned peacoat) to the luxurious (like a luxe wool topcoat), but the Buck Mason Dry Waxed Canvas Deck Jacket lands somewhere in the middle. It’s more casually rugged than those two jackets, to be sure, and built with just as much utility as you might expect from Buck Mason.

The latest and greatest from Buck Mason draws inspiration from, as you might expect, tried-and-true jackets worn on slippery decks and frigid coastlines, and it’s got plenty going for it. That laundry list of features starts with the use of iconic Halley Stevensons waxed canvas for exceptional durability, and a corduroy collar and cuffs add both a dash of warmth and some nice contrasting style.

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For ease of slipping the Buck Mason Dry Waxed Canvas Deck Jacket on and off, its sleeves are lined in Bemberg, so you should have no issue layering it over a Buck Mason henley or a stylish Buck Mason denim shirt. You’ll notice that the storm flap front (atop a zipper front for ease of access) is offset in a nod to vintage deck jackets, allowing for the jacket to be buttoned across the throat in times of extreme weather.

And above all else, you’ll notice that your new favorite casual jacket just gets the details right in terms of style and heritage. The next time you need dependable winter outerwear for blustery days, this waxed canvas jacket goes the distance.

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