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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Utility Shirt is the Ideal Overshirt for Breezy Spring Days

Best men's shirt jacket for spring.

There are times where, perhaps when you least expect it, the tides turn, the weather shifts and you need to shift gears in your wardrobe. That tends to happen pretty frequently during spring, when sunny days unexpectedly give way to blustery breezes — so, what’s a guy to do? Layer up accordingly for spring with one of the best men’s overshirts, of course.

For all those days when it’s not quite T-shirt weather, yet not quite breezy enough to wear, say, a stylish puffer jacket, that’s where your new favorite overshirt comes into play. Of course, you can leave it to one of America’s best menswear designers to come up with a rugged-meets-refined take on the stylish men’s shirt jacket, and that approach is fully on display with the Todd Snyder Two-Pocket Utility Shirt.

As with most things Todd Snyder, the inspiration is simple and classic — old-school overshirts — yet the final product is an upgrade in every way, especially in terms of fabric, durability and a crisp, utilitarian design.

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The Todd Snyder Two-Pocket Utility Shirt has some helpful bells and whistles, as its name implies, including two large front flap patch chest pockets. Those pockets turn the Todd Snyder Two-Pocket Utility Shirt into a handy layer for storing your everyday carry, and the double-needle construction ensures durability at key stress points.

Todd Snyder shirt jacket.

But again, this isn’t quite your average workshirt. You see, the Todd Snyder Two-Pocket Utility Shirt is made with 100 percent Italian cotton — and it’s made in Portugal, which makes this a casually rugged shirt jacket made for more leisurely pursuits than long days in the yard.

It’s the kind of versatile layer every guy needs, one that can be worn unbuttoned over your favorite T-shirt or one of the best men’s henleys. Plus, this rugged-meets-refined shirt jacket comes in a surprising array of colors (six total), delivering something for every sense of personal style. And while the Todd Snyder Two-Pocket Utility Shirt is an investment at almost $180, it’s the kind of durable overshirt you can count on in the clutch, time and time again.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save More Than 40 Percent at Huckberry on the Best Men’s Sweatpants

Best men's sweatpants.

If you read the blog on the regular, you know that your favorite Brooklyn style writer is all about making small style upgrades in as many different ways as possible, be it a better spring jacket, a stylish new spring polo or even a new pair of stylish sweatpants. Yes, that’s right: Your sweatpants (especially in these post-pandemic times) are actually getting more streamlined and wearable than ever, and that’s certainly the case if you cruise through the Huckberry Sale section these days.

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Within that well-stocked Sale section, you’ll find the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants, which you can secure right now for more than 40 percent off. The Apres Pants fall right in line with the Taylor Stitch ethos of taking the classics, like cozy sweats, and making them that much better in terms of fabric, fit and design.

Taylor Stitch men's sweatpants.

With the highly affordable Taylor Stitch Apres Pants, it all starts with better fabric than most sweatpants — in this case, it’s a 100 percent organic cotton double cloth waffle weave. That weave boasts distinctive texture for breezy spring days at home and on the road, and it’s all the better that the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants also come in a Huckberry-exclusive colorway.

Beyond that, they feature elastic jogger cuffs and a comfortable elastic waistband, but the front side slash pockets and button fly are touches that elevate the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants above most loungewear. Even the drawcord strings feature antique brass hardware tips — the ultimate point is, the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants are certainly polished enough to wear out of the office.

And the fact that you can get ’em now for more than 40 percent off (the agreeable price of just $65)? Well, that’s a deal too good to pass up. Add the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants to your laidback spring style rotation now.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Mott and Bow Benson Jeans – Best Men’s Light Wash Jeans for Spring and Summer

Having menswear picks you can rely on is part of the fun of getting dressed on the daily, if you ask me. In the same way that you find yourself reaching for your favorite pair of leather boots every day, you very well might find yourself opting to rock, say, a classic pair of blue jeans. But in the world of the best men’s jeans, there are some subtle switch-ups you can make as the seasons change, all in the name of comfort, style and dependability.

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Naturally, I’m talking about shopping for a pair of the best light wash jeans, a suitably breezy and lightweight style move for spring and summer — and but one way to avoid giving up your love of denim, even in the hotter months. And if you ask this Brooklyn style writer, there’s one brand above all others that delivers the right mix of quality, comfort, sharp looks and agreeable pricing — stop me if you know where this is going, but Mott and Bow can readily offer up some of the best light wash jeans for men.

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The jeans in question in today’s Style Pick of the Week? The Mott and Bow Benson Jeans, a fresh take on the timeless five-pocket blue jean, all done up in a fittingly spring and summer-ready light wash. The Benson Jeans feature the New York City brand’s nicely tailored Slim fit, but it’s the 19-month wash that elevates the Mott and Bow Benson Jeans to another plane in terms of warm weather style.

Best men's light wash jeans.

Another crucial key with Mott and Bow men’s jeans? That comfort, notably the 17 percent stretch factor (and the use of 2 percent elastane in the fabric blend). That means that the Mott and Bow Benson Jeans are supremely comfortable right out of the box, with a light wash that feels super-soft to the touch.

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Other style details are taken care of accordingly, from the contrasting copper-colored rivets to the back leather patch for a distinctive branding touch. Your new favorite pair of jeans are also agreeably priced at $129, and available in waist sizes up to 40.

Better still is the fact that the Mott and Bow Benson Jeans are reliably casual, able to be paired up with, for instance, a Mott and Bow men’s T-shirt for expert spring and summer style. Don’t fuss too much over your next denim purchase — make it the Mott and Bow Benson Jeans. Stay stylish, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: A Weekend on the Road in Minneapolis

Folks, welcome back to another Friday Read, and another dispatch from the road by yours truly. I recently trekked up to Boston with Randolph Engineering, and I’ve also gone upstate in the past few months — and as luck would have it, I’m in hot pursuit of another story this weekend as part of my many freelance writing ventures! I’m in the lovely (and surprisingly warm!) city of Minneapolis this weekend, a trip that’s been in the works for some time now.

The reason for my visit? Among other restaurant and bar excursions in the city — and among my own personal exploration of music heritage in Minneapolis — I’m taking in the revamped, reopened Butcher and the Boar, a Minneapolis institution known for its smoked meats and of course, its extensive whiskey list. If you ask me, those are two of the best things in life, yet the rest of the trip should prove just as stellar (and delicious).

Also on the docket? A cold beer or two at Surly Brewing, plus a visit to the newly opened and much-hyped North Loop restaurant Demi. While I’m no gourmand (and not exactly a stellar cook!), I know what I love when it comes to dining (as I noted when I visited Reyna in NYC), and this trip should certainly fit the bill nicely. It’s a trip I’ve been anticipating for weeks, and it’ll be my first time in the Twin Cities in 9 years, no less!

Of course, I’ll have a full dispatch on the way for Maxim.com sooner rather than later, but you can keep up with all the fun on my Instagram in the meantime. And naturally, we’ll return to our regularly scheduled programming tomorrow with my latest Style Pick of the Week. As always, thanks for reading and stay stylish!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Field Watch from Bespoke Post is An Affordable EDC Upgrade

Best field watch for men to buy this spring.

If you’re anything like me, perhaps you’ve amassed quite the collection of everyday timepieces over the years: Rugged, dependable, versatile, with leather straps or NATO straps… the list goes on in assembling any collection of the best men’s watches.

My own collection includes brands like Shinola, but I’m always on the hunt for the best affordable watches, especially from a trusted retailer. Naturally, that lends itself well to a company like Bespoke Post, which curates one of the best subscription boxes for men — and also stocks plenty of the best men’s gear, including EDC upgrades like the one in front of you today.

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And the watch in question today is an astonishing one for the price: It’s the Wren Field Watch, a subtly stylish, reliable and durable watch available right now for under $150. Believe me when I say it packs a ton of bells and whistles into one highly affordable package, the kind you’re not apt to find all that many other places on the market.

Best field watch for men this year.

If per chance you’ve been following me on Instagram, you know that I’ve had the chance as of late to test out this rugged field watch, which performs well from coffee shop to concert to bar — and back again, of course. Yes indeed, the Wren Field Watch hits the right specs, from the PVD -coated stainless steel case (clocking in at a slightly larger 44mm case diameter) to the wear-with-anything nylon pass-through strap.

It’s the kind of casually cool watch right at home with your favorite spring shorts and a breezy polo in casual style situations aplenty, but a few touches turn the Wren Field Watch into a watch you can truly wear, well, out into the field. The Wren Field Watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters, so while it’s not a pro diving watch, it can get wet during a day on the water (that nylon strap dries quickly, too).

Plus, the Wren Field Watch boasts luminescent markings and indices, and the coolest touch of all might be the usable rotating compass bezel — how cool is that? Oversized numerals at 12-o’clock and 6-o’clock deliver nice legibility, while the dial has directional markings to help with that compass utility.

It’s worth remembering that you’re getting the Wren Field Watch for under $150, and that’s a heck of a deal when you really dive into it. Pick it up in a flash, then start plotting your next adventure with your new favorite casual watch.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Layer Up for Spring with this Buck Mason Canvas Jacket

Best spring jacket for men.

Leave no stone unturned in your search for the best menswear essentials for spring, starting with your new favorite jacket for breezy spring days. Take a cue out of the Buck Mason style playbook — one that focuses on rugged-yet-versatile upgrades to modern classics — and reach for something like one of the best chambray shirts, then round things out with today’s featured style pick. That pick in question is the Buck Mason Canvas Rider Jacket, a style modeled after vintage outerwear that manages to look just as fresh and dependable today as it might have decades ago.

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It’s modeled after workwear jackets, like the kind made years ago by brands like Dickies, yet with a bit more modern flair in terms of fit and design. The Buck Mason Canvas Rider Jacket boasts soft sueded cotton canvas in a 7.5oz. weight, which should prove ideal for throwing on atop one of Buck Mason’s stylish T-shirts or your favorite spring polo on breezy, casual days.

Beyond that, the Buck Mason Canvas Rider Jacket comes in a highly wearable Sand color: It fits right in with lighter, breezier spring color palettes, no doubt about it. Plus, if you prefer the casually cool, vintage-minded stylings of other Buck Mason menswear must-haves, this jacket should fit seamlessly into your wardrobe.

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Other details on the Buck Mason Canvas Rider Jacket are a bit more subtle, from the slanted hip pockets (like other classic workwear jackets) or the button cuffs, which you can flip up for a bit more comfort and airflow. Of course, the Buck Mason Canvas Rider Jacket also features three-piece workwear sleeves for a touch of added mobility.

And yet, this jacket might best be worn with a pair of classic Buck Mason jeans, a soft T-shirt and your favorite chukka boots for laidback spring pursuits aplenty. When you’re searching for a go-to, casually rugged spring outerwear option, this rugged, durable canvas jacket from Buck Mason is a new must-have.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 30 Percent On This Sleek Puffer Jacket for Spring from Huckberry

Best men's puffer jacket for spring

While spring is an ideal time to start your transition to lightweight, breezy spring style essentials — like the best men’s polo shirt or your new favorite T-shirt — there are still breezy days that require something with a bit more substance and functionality. When brisk mornings hit unexpectedly, or when you find yourself off the grid and in need of some added warmth around the bonfire, that’s when the sort of jacket you might wear through the fall and winter comes in especially handy.

And for cooler-than-normal spring weather, one of the best jackets for men is the way to go — make that the Proof Moonweight Hooded Puffer Jacket, as designed by the good folks at Huckberry.

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Better still is the fact that your new favorite spring jacket is on sale right now for 30 percent off at Huckberry, with all the utility you need to carry you through spring. Hopefully, you’ll be able to shelve this stylish puffer jacket before too long, but in the interim, the Proof Moonweight Puffer Jacket from Huckberry has the goods to get the job done.

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Case in point: Details like the DWR water-resistant coating, the lightweight polyester insulation finished with tough, durable graphene, and the impossibly light, packable construction. It’s hard to find all of those standout details in one jacket, but again, that’s just the Huckberry way.

Wear it with canvas workwear pants when your to-do list calls, or keep it handy as an extra layer around the bonfire this spring as you sport your favorite blue jeans: At 30 percent off, this is one of the best men’s jackets for spring, so shop accordingly while it’s still in stock.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Sunski Sunglasses Are A Steal at Under $60 From Bespoke Post

Most affordable sunglasses for men.

Perhaps you, like me, like to head to a one-stop shop when it comes time to gear up for spring — a one-stop shop to find, say, the best sunglasses for men, along with other choice favorites. Perhaps that’s a place like Bespoke Post — they assuredly curates and sell one of the best subscription boxes for men, but the Bespoke Post Shop is also worth your time and hard-earned cash.

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It’s treasure trove of the best gear for men, from home goods to bar cart essentials to today’s pick of choice, the affordably priced Sunski Dipseas Sunglasses. And when I say affordably priced, I really mean it — these subtle, stylish shades retail for under $60 at full price right now, and that’s a deal that’s just too good to pass up.

Available in both Tortoise and Bronze, the Sunski Dipseas Sunglasses give you the quality and style points of a much more expensive pair from a major retailer, yet you can feel good about shopping through Bespoke Post (the NYC company has a penchant for supporting smaller businesses).

Best spring sunglasses for men.

Made from recycled polycarbonate and boasting durable stainless steel hinges, the Sunski Dipseas Sunglasses also boast lenses designed that offer 100 percent UVA and UVB protection. Of course, they do this at the same time as they feature a frame design that’s just the right amount of retro cool.

The Sunski Dipseas Sunglasses would wear especially well with your favorite spring polo and tailored chinos, or with a laidback pocket tee and chino shorts — any time you need subtly stylish shades that won’t break the bank, reach for the Sunski Dipseas Sunglasses. Better still, sign up to join the Bespoke Post subscription box program while you’re at it: Affordable style and gear is now well within you reach.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Faherty Waxed Jacket Is More Than 50 Percent Off — And A New Spring Essential

Best waxed jackets for men.

When spring weather takes a turn for the worse and bears down on you, it’s best to revert back to the old ways — in this case, reaching for one of the best waxed jackets for men, a style you might wear a touch more often in fall than spring. That’s certainly true if the jacket in question is blanket-lined for added warmth, like the Faherty Blanket Lined Waxed Jacket, but it’s never bad to have a rugged jacket that can withstand anything close by in your rotation of spring style essentials.

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Just like Faherty’s rotation of affordable, stylish men’s shirts, the right deal — and the right style details — make all the difference Here, the Faherty Blanket Lined Waxed Jacket is on sale for a limited time for a whopping 50 percent off, which brings it down below $200 from its regular price of $298.

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How’s that for a deal on one of the best men’s jackets for spring, right? The details are enough to make the Faherty Blanket Lined Waxed Jacket worth the price even at full cost, but the 100 percent organic cotton exterior and soft organic cotton lining make it a downright steal on sale this season. It also boasts a classic corduroy collar and cuffs for a touch extra warmth on brisk spring days, while those four front snap pockets provide the EDC space you need when on the go this season.

It can be tricky to find a jacket as high-quality as the Faherty Blanket Lined Waxed Jacket on sale in the current season, but I’d wager your shopping search for one of the best men’s waxed jackets just got a bit easier. Go forth and give it a look, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts – Spring’s Best Casual Men’s Shorts

Best casual shorts for men to wear now.

For as much as you need spring menswear essentials for those days you’ve got to get back out there and into the world, there’s also a time and a place for more laidback style moves, the kind you reach for on vacation or during relaxed days at home on the back patio, cold beer in hand.

As luck would have it, the good folks at Taylor Stitch make gear that’s meant for both, be it a classic striped T-shirt, one of the best spring jackets for men, or else today’s Style Pick: The supremely easygoing Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts, a fitting style move for easy-and-breezy days at home. They’re part of the Taylor Stitch Apres Collection, which toes the line between polished fits and super-soft fabrics with ease.

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100 percent organic cotton waffle fabric keeps the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts feeling light and comfortable — they’re more casual than chino shorts but more polished than athletic shorts, and that’s the right move on most days when working for home or hanging out by the bonfire. Slash front pockets provide a clean look and some storage space for small EDC selections, a helpful touch alongside back button pockets.

Colors like Charcoal, Granite and Indigo deliver options to suit every style, and you can even get away with wearing the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts alongside one of the brand’s easygoing (but still cool and stylish) Taylor Stitch T-shirts or polos. There are even versions of the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts that are water-repellent, all the better to wear on spring and summer adventures, but the organic cotton waffle fabric might be best-suited for your spring and summer loungewear needs.