It’s almost hard to believe that some of your favorite menswear brands — and mine — are on the verge of releasing new spring style collections, but so it goes in the menswear world, and Pacific Northwest heritage outfitters Filson are stepping up to the plate with a host of iconic, rugged staples.

The brand never seems to stray far from its goal of crafting durable, long-lasting gear, often using modern fabrics to really amp up staple pieces from its hallowed archive. That’s the case whether you’re considering a durable Filson waffle-knit henley or one of the best wool shirt jackets on the market — or perhaps even the handsome military jacket you see above.

Yes indeed, the Filson Field Cruiser Jacket goes beyond what you might call a style trend at the moment — that of military-inspired outerwear taking center stage, especially as we step right into transitional style in the days and weeks ahead. And there’s much more to the Filson Field Cruiser Jacket than meets the eye, starting with a design that’s distinct to Filson: You see, unlike other field jackets, the Filson Field Cruiser Jacket draws from an archival Filson style, its 1914-patented Cruiser Jacket.

That distinction gives it a level of detail, durability and quality that few other military jackets can match — right down to touches like double-layer cargo pocket found on the left chest, an ideal way to store your everyday carry essentials. And while the original version was made from thick wool, the legendary outfitter says this option “extends the Cruiser’s useful comfort range into the shoulder season.” Sounds like a worthy wardrobe upgrade to me, ehh?

The Filson Field Cruiser Jacket‘s 100 percent cotton construction should prove ideal for shoulder season coming up this spring — neither too light nor too hefty, it’s made for breezy spring days (but take note: The Filson Field Cruiser Jacket isn’t waxed or weatherproof).

And yet, the Filson Field Cruiser Jacket should do everything you need it to do and then some, with a button front and secure cuffs that should prove apt for layering over classic cotton T-shirts, thermal henleys and a trusty denim shirt, among other casually rugged style selections.

Because it’s coming from Filson, I’d say you can certainly trust in the quality inherent in every stitch of your new favorite field jacket — at least, that’s held true in my experience with the brand. While winter’s doldrums are upon us, look to the early spring in style with the new Filson Field Cruiser Jacket — see you out there, my friends.

Your footwear rotation this season assuredly needs options — man cannot live on Chelsea boots and chukka boots alone, right? At least, not when snow and slush start to pile up. No sir, for those occasions, only the toughest men’s work boots will stand up to winter’s worst.

And in my experience, that’s where Wolverine men’s boots tend to come in mighty handy in my own wardrobe. While it’s hard not to love the style points being offered up by sleek Chelsea boots or dress boots, I’ve found there’s a full roster of durable, hard-wearing Wolverine men’s boots that can take on winter weather, chores and all manner of outdoor pursuits.

When the going gets tough, the tough lace up Wolverine work boots and get out there, I say. That holds true whether the aim at hand is shoveling snow or strolling to your favorite brewery.

And between the contrast stitching and the eye-catching yellow lacing and rich tan leather, the Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots look pretty similar to a certain pair of Red Wing boots, do they not?

The good news is that when it comes to the Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots, you’re still bringing forth a hefty dose of rugged winter style (if you want off-duty boots you can reliably take around town in casually cool style scenarios, that is).

And if your goal is honest-to-goodness outdoor work this season, then you’re in luck, because the Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots boast the proper specs for those situations, too. They’re built with the brand’s DuraShocks footbed and wedge support — that technology provides plenty of lightweight cushion and rebound atop a no-slip, supremely grippy outsole.

The Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots aren’t only meant to look good with dark blue jeans a trucker jacket and a thermal henley at an indie rock show, although they do a mighty fine job of that. You can even add CarbonMax toe safety guards to your pair.

The rest of the time, the Goodyear welt outsole is both a marker of quality and long-lasting durability — the brand says that the outsole should last three times as long as traditional rubber.

How’s that for a pair of do-it-all boots with plenty of trusty specs for outdoor pursuits? The Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots are all of that, and then some. And if you’re searching for a pair of waterproof work boots that simply look great with flannel-lined trousers as you belly up to the bar for another cold PBR? Well, my friends, the Wolverine I-90 Moc Toe Work Boots are just what you’re looking for in an off-the-clock pair of boots, too. Lace ’em up and get me another round, will ya?