Month / February 2025

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New York Fashion Week with Woodford Reserve & Huckberry’s Latest Collection

Woodford Reserve NYFW.

Sometimes in my freelance writing pursuits, there’s an unusual (on the surface) yet much-welcomed intersection — like that of the spirits world and the menswear world.

Both are deeply committed to craftsmanship and quality, both tend to stand the test of time when done the right way, and one often makes for a natural fit with the other (wearing a finely tailored blazer to sip some small-batch bourbon, or sporting a rugged waxed trucker jacket in a color inspired by bourbon, for instance — like the classic Huckberry trucker jacket shown below).

It’s intoxicating stuff in my book, and the start of New York Fashion Week brought with it a perfectly natural crossover: Once again, Woodford Reserve partnered with fashion designer Sergio Hudson on a roaring kick-off to a busy stretch of days in the #menswear world. The partnership kicked off in earnest last year, and it’s made a welcome return as we blitz through a speedy version of the Friday Read.

On the heels of the release of Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked — a deliciously rich bourbon now available nationally for the first time — the designer and the lauded bourbon maker took over a vast warehouse space on Manhattan’s west side. Ringing in fashion week has never been more fun, or more delicious in terms of libations, at least in my book.

It also presented an opportunity to chat with industry icon and bourbon veteran, Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall. The experience was illuminating and a major treat –and the latest from Woodford Reserve lived up to the hype, and then some.

And of course, I broke out a few of my favorite style essentials for the occasion, including some crisply cut Tecovas Chelsea boots, trusty Flint and Tinder 365 Pants and a Todd Snyder denim shirt. The rest of the way — as you know if you follow me on Instagram — I’ll be rocking the latest and greatest from the new Huckberry and Flint and Tinder winter menswear collection, which boasts burly flannel shirts, sturdy waxed outerwear, cozy cable knit sweaters and more.

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It’s all up for grabs, it’s ready for the great outdoors and it really feels as if it’s all happening this weekend, from NYFW to Super Bowl Sunday. Again, be sure to follow me on Instagram for the latest and greatest.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Flint and Tinder Cable Sweater Delivers Expert Winter Warmth (and Style)

Winter shows no signs of letting up or slowing down, at least in my neck o’ the woods — that calls for burly, durable, dependable outerwear and knitwear. In fact, if you’ve got the opportunity to pick up a heritage-inspired style at a discount, that’s all the better — and we’re hitting the sweet spot today with a classic cable knit sweater from our friends at Huckberry and Flint and Tinder.

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Part of a slew of discounts available from the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale, the Flint and Tinder Highlands Guide Cable Crewneck Sweater is a modern update of a classic, an utterly reliable style with tightly woven cable detailing for added warmth.

To hear the famed retailer tell it, the sweater “offers heirloom-worthy craftsmanship, heritage cable-knit looks, and everyday durability” — I’ll let you be the judge of that, but if Flint and Tinder’s tough-as-nails waxed outerwear is any indication, you’re in good company with perhaps your new favorite sweater.

They don’t quite make ’em like they used to, unless the brand in question is Flint and Tinder at Huckberry. In my experience, the brand’s healthy respect for the past lends itself nicely to high-quality styles and timeless designs across the board, including this sweater spun from a blend of lambswool (for warmth) and nylon (for rebound potential and durability).

The Flint and Tinder Highlands Guide Cable Crewneck Sweater also happens to come in crisp, versatile colors like Navy, which pairs up well with chinos, corduroy pants and workwear trousers in shades ranging from tobacco to light tan to rust and olive (yes, all the colors of the spectrum are present, my friends).

The handsome Flint and Tinder Highlands Guide Cable Crewneck Sweater is a piece with heirloom potential in its own right, but for modern times, it’ll pair nicely with a durable flannel overshirt, a sturdy waxed field jacket or your trusty Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket, to name but a few selections. And right now via Huckberry’s latest and greatest sale, the Flint and Tinder Highlands Guide Cable Crewneck Sweater is a discounted splurge worth adding to your sweater rotation ASAP.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots are an All-Time Classic Pair of Men’s Boots

Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots.

It’s a high bar to clear to call a pair of men’s boots a classic, is it not? There are pairs that are sturdy and dependable, pairs that are stylish and sleek, some pairs that are a bit between those two branches — and some that manage to check plenty of boxes, emerging as an all-time classic. Lofty praise though that might be, the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots (as sold by our good friends Huckberry this time around) fit the bill as an all-time classic.

Worn decades ago by miners, the Minnesota company still makes these utterly classic boots much the same way, using a double-layer toe cap, sturdy hardware, its own S.B. Foot Tanning Leather and as dependable construction as any pair of boots on the market.

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What is it about the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots that makes them timeless? Is it the way the leather breaks in over time, developing patina as the insole molds to your foot? Is it the way the double-layer cap toe serves a purpose in terms of both form and function? Or is the use of features like gilt hooks, which serve as both a lacing system and an attractive design touch?

At least in my experience (I’ve had a pair since 2019), it might not be a stretch to call the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots some of the best men’s boots out there, and that holds true whether you wear them more casually with sturdy dark denim or with canvas work pants out in the field or the garage.

As ever, these handsome leather work boots — shown here in Copper Rough and Tough leather, but also available in colors like Black and even Charcoal at times — are a certified winner just about any way you wear ’em.

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And since you’ll likely be able to find plenty of use for the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots, they’ll mold that much more quickly to your foot (the midsole is made from cork, after all), while the leather itself resists leather, stains and even perspiration. Looking for a pair of boots that have climbed the style summit as an all-time classic? My friends, the Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots fit the bill.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save on the Famed Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket at Huckberry This Week

Best winter jackets for men.

As we often talk about here on this Brooklyn style blog, it often pays off to have a roster of men’s style essentials you can count on in the clutch — preparing for whatever the season throws at you can go a long way. And right now, for much of the country, that involves frigid air, brisk winds and plummeting temperatures — the perfect sort of weather in which to break out the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket from our good friends at Huckberry.

The best part? You’ll find it on sale right now via the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale, which rolls on through February 6th — but then again, you might already know that if you’ve been keeping up with the blog.

Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket review.

The Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket is the sort of stylish winter jacket for men that comes in handy in a great deal of style situations, and it’s all the better that it’s on sale (marked down to $254, from $318). The water-resistant outer shell comes in a hardy woven nylon-cotton blend for repelling water and wind, while 80-gram down insulation from recycled polyester adds warmth.

Granted, the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket isn’t rated for sub-zero temperatures necessarily, but should prove serviceable as a mighty fine winter jacket — perhaps atop a Relwen flannel shirt — provided you’re not traipsing through foot-high snow drifts (there are a variety of other men’s jackets at Huckberry that can tackle those scenarios).

The stand-up collar provides protection from the elements, useful inner and outer zipper pockets allow you to store your everyday carry essentials with ease, and the snap front closure further keeps out water and wind.

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Consider the on-sale, tough-as-can-be Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket a fine casual outerwear move for days and nights on the go — particularly with Huckberry stretch chinos and perhaps lug-sole Chelsea boots for added traction. Go forth and pick up the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket on sale while this deal sticks around (again, through February 6th!).

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Proof Rover Pants from Huckberry are A Must-Have for Your Next Trip

What do you value when hitting the road in terms of style and performance? And comfort, for that matter? Is it possible to strike a balance between the two, whether trekking far afield or staying a bit closer to home? With the Proof Rover Pants from Huckberry, my friends, the answer when it comes to striking the perfect balance is a resounding “yes.”

In m experience, the Proof Rover Pants are about as durable and dependable as it gets, boasting the stretch canvas fabric of workwear pants with the cut of a five-pocket pant. And the Proof Rover EDC Pants go a step further, bolstering the performance-plus-rugged-appeal nature of the Proof lineup at Huckberry even further. What sets the Proof Rover EDC Pants apart from your typical pair of cargo pants or work pants?

It’s got to be the pockets, my friends. The Proof Rover EDC Pants feature an astounding eight pockets for your everyday carry essentials, yet the design is such that these pockets are streamlined while staying effective (unlike the billowy cargo pants of days gone by).

In fact, the Proof Rover EDC Pants are more like modern adventure pants, featuring a lightweight cotton-blend fabric that’s also been pigment-dyed — that means your new favorite travel pants wear in like denim while staying abrasion-resistant yet comfortable.

The term “laundry” when it comes to features is an apt one with the Proof Rover EDC Pants, and there’s even better news: You can score a 50 percent discount on some of the best travel style for guys when you dive into these pants at the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale (now through February 6th, my friends).

And about those pockets. You’ll find pockets for keys, a card case, additional items like a multi-tool and more. Some pockets on these durable workwear pants boast zippers for security, and some are built like patch pockets for easy access.

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Either way, the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale provides the chance to scoop up some of the best pants for men at a discount. With all the bells and whistles you’re getting in a pair of the Proof Rover EDC Pants (including a range of versatile color options), you very well might want to book a trip just so you can break ’em out. We’ll certainly See You Out There, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: The Huckberry Annual Winter Sale Boasts Some of the Best Seasonal Deals on Gear and Menswear

Huckberry Annual Winter Sale 2025.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, my friends. Late January feels a bit unconventional though, with the doldrums of the season upon us, but I’m talking specifically about the chance to shop some of the best gear and menswear from my friends at Huckberry. Yessir, the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale offers up bundles of savings on rugged style essentials, everyday carry gear, durable footwear, tough-as-nails jackets and much more.

There’s a full roster of heavy hitters on sale for as much as 40 percent off, including cashmmere sweaters, sturdy waxed jackets, one particular Japanese Huckberry beanie and even some outstanding pairs of stylish, handsome leather boots. If you ask me, the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale has just about everything you could want in a rotation of winter gear — and selections you can wear long past this season and into the next.

There are selections from trusted Huckberry partner brands like Relwen and Taylor Stitch, plus savings on tried-and-true must-haves from Huckberry in-house purveyors like the legendary craftspeople behind Flint and Tinder. How’s that for savings and style rolled into one? The Huckberry Annual Winter Sale — now through February 6th — is prime time for discounts galore on a standout roster from one of the best online menswear brands, my friends.

Strike while the iron is hot, get your credit card at the ready and make some space in your closet for your favorite menswear essentials — new and old — from the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wills Classic Cashmere Sweater at the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale

Best sweaters for men.

At times, the best style essentials for men are ones that are subtly stylish on the surface, yet even more well-made the deeper you dive in. That certainly holds true for menswear wardrobe selections from Huckberry, a longtime favorite retailer of mine (and yours, if you happen to read this Brooklyn style blog on the regular). Take, for instance, the Wills Classic Cashmere Sweater as shown above.

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It’s a straightfoward selection that lives up to its name, and then some, using classic cashmere construction for a luxe finish. That is to say, don’t sleep on it, however.

And while its crewneck design is relatively simple, it’s as easily wearable atop a soft cotton long-sleeve tee as it is with a crisp Oxford shirt.

How’s that for versatility and quality? That doesn’t even take into account the range of neutral, easy-to-style colors in which you’ll find the Wills Classic Cashmere Sweater — and the best part is, it’s also a surprisingly affordable style find that offers wearability seven days a week, from the office to happy hour to date night (and beyond).

The Wills Classic Cashmere Sweater is also billed by Huckberry as boasting the “ideal midweight,” the sort of sweater “you can wear…. no matter the weather.” I see this stylish cashmere sweater for men as being an essential selection in situations more dressy — like a date night, perhaps alongside corduroy trousers — or more casual (as with dark blue denim and rugged leather Chelsea boots from a trusted brand like Ariat).

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Better still is the fact that the Wills Classic Cashmere Sweater is on sale right now (marked down below $120) at the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale (more on that on this blog in the days to come).

For now, just know that this sweater is a crisp, essential modern classic that wears well in plenty of style situations — and you’re saving yourself a few bucks in the process as you upgrade your wardrobe, my friends. Cheers to savings and style in spades.