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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These FRYE Paul Chukka Boots are An Expert Addition to Your Fall Footwear Rotation

Best chukka boots for men.

Over the past few weeks on this Brooklyn style blog, we’ve been talking about the proper style essentials for fall, selections to get you geared up the right way — and just in time for the start of the season (or the official start).

While there are plentiful pathways one can take to expert seasonal style, a wise move might be starting your journey with a single step: Rather, from the ground up with a pair of the best chukka boots for men, which the good folks at Northeast-based FRYE can certainly help you find. In my experience (and in taking on past FRYE reviews), the company’s heritage and sense of craft speaks for itself. Let’s dive in further, shall we?

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They’re a tried-and-true style staple you can make work in at least three seasons, with the sort of sleek versatility that wears as well with dark blue jeans as they do with charcoal wool trousers, and once you’ve tried on a pair like the FRYE Paul Chukka Boots, you might realize that there’s no better pair for your refined-meets-casual wardrobe.

You could call the chukka boot a more grown-up version of the desert boot — with the desert boot oftentimes proving more casual and set atop a crepe rubber outsole. But the FRYE Paul Chukka Boots are sort of like a more refined, grown-up older cousin of the tried-and-true desert boot (the kind made by the likes of Clarks and others), and your wardrobe is all the better for it.

Particularly in a rich shade of tan Bark fashioned in luxe suede, these tasteful chukka boots, with their streamlined profile, add a mix of casually cool and yet refined style to many a look: Consider the FRYE Paul Chukka Boots a way to dress up dark blue jeans or add a touch of laidback cool to looks that revolve around charcoal corduroy pants and a navy blazer, for instance.

With a set of investment-level shoes like the FRYE Paul Chukka Boots, you’ll certainly want to get as much wear as possible out of ’em. Helpfully, Goodyear welt construction on your new favorite chukka boots makes them durable and able to be resoled.

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The two-eyelet design is timeless and versatile when placed below the carefully cuffed pant leg of a set of selvedge denim — just add a white Oxford shirt and a shawl cardigan, and consider your fall and winter style rotation sorted, at least for the time being. Investing in the best is the name of the game this fall, and the FRYE Paul Chukka Boots provide precisely what your wardrobe needs right now.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Line of Trade Sweater from Bespoke Post is an Expertly Crafted Style Steal

Best fall sweaters for men.

As we move into the best season for layering and menswear overall, I’d urge you — like me! — to take a good look at your roster of menswear essentials. Hopefully, that roster includes pieces fit for layering like one of the best sweaters for men.

There’s a wide world out there when it comes to men’s sweaters, from the hard-working shawl cardigan to the office-ready V-neck sweater and the layering friendly merino wool crewneck, to name but a few options I personally love.

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At times though, you need to up the ante even further with rugged texture and burly construction in mind. That’s where you’re going to find precisely what you need on this fine fall Sunday at Bespoke Post — enter the handsome Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, a discounted steal that delivers plenty of great looks and functionality in a durable package.

The Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, fashioned from a ribbed blend of cotton and acrylic for texture, stretch and softness, positively delivers the rugged good looks every collection of sweaters needs this season, from the ribbed crewneck collar to the ribbed cuffs for a perfect fit and eye-catching style.

And unlike wool sweaters, the Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater should prove able to be layered comfortable atop a long-sleeve tee and beneath a denim jacket, for instance — all without overheating, which is sometimes a concern with beefy wool sweaters.

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The set-in sleeves are a prime example of craftsmanship, the kind not often found on a sweater that retails for less than $50 on sale. Bespoke Post even recommends you wear the hard-working, layering-ready Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater atop a buttondown shirt (say, a white Oxford shirt), and that look should deliver style that’s as casually rugged as it is ready for a date night on the town.

Available right now in both Green Oak and Charcoal Heather, either option provides autumn-approved versatility and variety, with the functionality and warmth to match. For the season at hand, it doesn’t get better in terms of savings than this stylish Bespoke Post sweater.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots – A Luxe Fall Footwear Upgrade

Best chukka boots for men.

There are plentiful welcome signs as far as the return of fall is concerned: The pleasant crunch of leaves underfoot, a brisk breeze carried on the air, the welcome cracking of a cold can of Oktoberfest beer and of course, the return of plentiful opportunities to wear your new favorite boots. Or rather, your old favorite boots.

Or a dash of both, and that’s where a refresh when it comes to the best chukka boots for men can sort out your footwear rotation in fine form.

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Naturally, we turn towards Huckberry for a selection of the best boots for men — and I’ve got even better news. The fan-favorite Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots, a modern offering from a heritage British brand, are back and better than ever. Newly restocked, the Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots are billed by Huckberry as “British-made chukkas for shoe connoisseurs,” with hand-finishing processes and exceptional craftsmanship dating back to the 1870s.

Best suede chukka boots for men.

These handsome chukka boots are made all the better by soft, supple leather lining accented by an elegant suede upper. And with a refined toe shape and a chunky, eye-catching and utterly comfortable outsole, these are the sort of stylish men’s chukka boots you can wear with wool trousers and a navy blazer as readily as you can style them with dark blue jeans and a trim flannel shirt.

The rubber crepe outsole on the Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots is a major selling point: That outsole should deliver comfort, rebound and even a touch of traction (although careful about getting these suede chukka boots wet, my friends).

In a rich shade of brown, the Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots are especially appealing and stylish when worn with everything from olive chinos to burgundy corduroy trousers and even faded mid-wash denim (it’s helpful that you can certainly find many a complementary piece at Huckberry to go with your new favorite pair of fall boots).

With made-in-England construction and an ankle-length cut accented by a minimal two-eyelet design, the Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots can be dressed up or dressed down (somewhat) with ease.

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And while $310 might seem a pretty penny to pay for chukka boots, these are some of the best-made and most versatile boots for men on the market, at least in my experience. Time to lace up and get out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The PANZERA Flieger 45G Is Made For Elite Pilots (And Your Own Watch Rotation)

Panzera Flieger 45G watch review.

In my many freelance writing pursuits, I’m very fortunate every day and every week to stumble upon some of the coolest gear, menswear and products (period!) on the market, and across a wide variety of categories. That’s an understatement, I should think!

And while I certainly consider myself something of a watch buff as I cover some of the very best watches for men, I hadn’t yet discovered the wonders of Australian-made watch company PANZERA. Talk about a brand that’s about to get a whole lot more well-known: The company was recently tapped by the United States Air Force’s elite Aggressor Squadron to deliver a custom, pilot-approved timepiece.

And while that resulting timepiece is only available to USAF pilots, I had the chance to check out another stellar PANZERA watch as of late, as you might have seen on my Instagram — the results are in, and the PANZERA Flieger 45G is simply one of the coolest watches I’ve had the pleasure of trying lately.

Don’t get it twisted: While handsome and stylish on the surface, this pilot’s watch is every bit as functional as it is formidable, and that’s the kind of piece we look to spotlight in our weekly Friday Find series (view past entries here).

With customizable options aplenty (select from two case and three dial color options), plus ten strap options, the combinations are nearly endless. I opted for a black dial, brown leather and silver case build, but the real story here when it comes to the PANZERA Flieger 45G is the burly build, the handsome and thick leather strap and its GMT functionality.

Equally appreciated in my experience to date with the rugged and yet versatile PANZERA Flieger 45G is the trio-date window, with today’s date marked at the red arrow — an eye-catching design detail that sets it apart from the pack. I also appreciate the functional inner bezel for easy time-zone tracking at a glance, while its dial and hands are topped by scratch-proof sapphire and adorned with Super LumiNova luminous markings.

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For a bit under $1K, this striking pilot’s watch is a wrist game upgrade worth making: Functional, fashionable without being too flashy, and utterly dependable in my experience to date. And while it’s not quite as souped-up as the timepiece used by real-life pilots, the dependable and hard-working PANZERA Flieger 45G is the next best thing — take that to the bank, and to your watch collection, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This American Trench Keystone Hoodie Is A Perfect Example of a Fall Classic

Best hoodies for men.

Every so often, a menswear essential comes along that’s at once utterly classic, a true throwback to a bygone era, and yet perfectly suited for today’s times.

And as fall rolls into town assuredly and steadily, perhaps you’ve started to think about your wardrobe of casual fall style basics — for tailgates, pumpkin patch visits, evenings around the bonfire and mornings on the trail. And that’s where a modern update to a throwback icon — say, a new example of one of the best hoodies for men — can more than serve your wardrobe well. Of course, that’s also where the USA-made menswear purveyors at American Trench just so happen to serve your wardrobe well, too.

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The American Trench Keystone Hoodie is a truly perfect example of a classic staple made modern, a callback to when the hoodie was an American style icon, first in the gym and then just about everywhere a hearty sweatshirt was required. With its burly construction and standout good looks, the American Trench Keystone Hoodie reflects its origins on the banks of the Schuykill River. What does that mean for your casual wardrobe? It means that your fall weekends just got a heck of a lot more stylish, dependable and cozy, my friends.

The American Trench Keystone Hoodie is built from a sturdy yet soft 12oz. fleece that looks burly and beefy, complete with a crossknit exterior and a silhouette that’s exclusive to American Trench. And while the Pennsylvania-based brand also excels at crafting USA-made blazers and its famous American Trench Coat, the American Trench Keystone Hoodie is casual style and craftsmanship perfected, particularly with its reinforced side panels and contrasting brass eyelets for an elevated touch.

Ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem help this handsome hoodie sit well on your frame, whether worn on its own or layered beneath a denim trucker jacket, while the large hood should prove especially useful on brisk fall mornings in the yard (or at that tailgate).

To that end, the American Trench Keystone Hoodie should prove highly durable: It doesn’t hurt that it comes in a range of classic colors, including a Philadelphia Eagles-approved dark green and an eye-catching Natural option.

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For reliable everyday style — with expertly faded blue jeans or even with tan stretch chinos and a trucker jacket for a high-meets-low look — Navy or Black might prove your best bet, particularly as the hard-working, extremely well-made American Trench Keystone Hoodie is selling mighty quickly at the moment (note that it’s on sale for $75 right now, a downright steal for one of the best hoodies for men).

Amp up your casual style in a major way with a hoodie that’s so well-made, you’ll wonder why you weren’t wearing one before.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Billy Reid Plaid Shirt Takes Luxury To a New Level This Autumn (And Beyond)

Best fall shirts for men.

Once you’ve tried out a premium upgrade to a sort of everyday basic — like a newer, better, more premium and precise take on the tried-and-true fall flannel shirt — then it becomes hard to go back to anything else. A lofty sentiment though that might be, the best fall shirts for men epitomize quality construction and a handsome, rugged, classic-meets-modern design.

Again, that’s a high bar to clear, but in my experience, Billy Reid (the Alabama-based designer of a slew of modern icons) delivers accordingly, and that holds true with new arrivals from Billy Reid, here just in time for autumn’s finest weather and foliage.

The Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt updates the time-honored fall plaid pattern of a sturdy buttondown shirt, giving it a slightly faded effect that turns it into something as easily worn with dark blue jeans and a navy blazer as with, well, those same blue jeans and broken-in leather boots.

The Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt manages to feel classic and yet modern at the same time, boasting all the proper details one might expect from a designer known for outfitting James Bond in the Bond Peacoat over the years.

In fact, the rugged-yet-refined Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt is a prime layer to wear beneath the iconic Billy Reid Bond Peacoat, boasting the kind of design that can be worn untucked with Billy Reid denim or tucked in alongside wool trousers and a midweight V-neck sweater (at the office or out on a date, mind you).

There are plentiful stylish features built into the Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt, from the hidden buttondown collar (which gives the collar structure and shape without looking overly casual) to the shirt’s heirloom ribbon detailing at the hem.

That last touch on the Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt is a Billy Reid classic, one that helps make this shirt feel so much more than a buttondown to be thrown on at a moment’s notice (although you can certainly do that, too!).

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With its mother-of-pearl buttons and soft brushed cotton construction, the handsome and versatile Billy Reid Melange Grid Wilson Shirt speaks to the idea that even the everyday essentials can be made better — take heed and dress accordingly this fall, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Flint and Tinder Western Shirt is Nearly 50 Percent Off at Huckberry

It can feel dizzying at times to sort through the array of on-sale gear up for grabs rolling into a new season — what’s a guy to do as you look to refresh your wardrobe ahead of fall? The answer, my friends, is a simple one, and one that we talk about often here on this Brooklyn style blog: Head over to Huckberry, purveyors of some of the best Americana gear for men, including a style of shirt that’s having quite the moment.

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That would be the Western shirt, an ode to the Great American West and its utterly functional, classically rugged roots. The Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt gets all those details correct as far as an homage to the past is concerned, yet it does so in modern fashion — and if you don’t yet have a stylish Western shirt in your rotation, then there’s never been a better time to buy one that’s on sale right now at Huckberry, my friends.

Best men's shirts for fall.

The Western shirt, especially the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt, is a style swerve from your traditional Oxford shirt or even a chambray shirt, adorned with detailing like V-shaped flap chest patch pockets and a Western shoulder yoke. That gives it a more rugged appeal, particularly in colors like a faded blue denim or black.

But you’ll notice it’s the Indigo Dot version of the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt that’s up for grabs right now via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section, and this twist on a classic manages to make it feel just a bit more like a casual buttondown shirt you’d wear untucked with tan chinos.

Best Western shirts for men.

What’s most important to note right now about potentially your new favorite everyday buttondown shirt is the fact that it’s on sale right now for about 50 percent off: If you haven’t yet tried out a denim shirt, now might be an ideal time to start. And the great news is, you can style the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt largely as you might a traditional chambray shirt: Try this one with dark blue indigo denim or even black jeans and tan suede chukka boots (yes, navy and black can be worn together casually, my friends!).

For 50 percent off, there’s hardly a better deal on a Western shirt at the moment than the one being offered up by Huckberry on the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt — that’s a guarantee this season, folks.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Flannel Shirt Is Your New Everyday Go-To This Season

The right wardrobe for fall calls for reliability and rugged appeal — the sort of pieces, as we so often talk about, that you can wear consistently and stylishly, especially in these increasingly casual times.

So, while a dress shirt or even a chambray-style dress shirt can often suffice in the dressiest situations out there, one of the best flannel shirts is a wise move to keep close at hand as your “daily driver,” so to speak.

And when you find a stylish men’s flannel shirt, one that you can wear with corduroy trousers as easily as with dark blue jeans, that’s just the ticket. As I’ve found out over these past few weeks putting stylish new fall gear to the test, well, that’s where my friends at Bespoke Post and Line of Trade can help out.

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Throw in the fact that the best men’s flannel shirts are often made with affordability and comfort in mind — and a lightweight build compared to. say, flannel shirt jackets — then you’re in business and on the go.

At least, all of those attributes hold true with one of my favorite flannel shirts, the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt.

As you’ll recall if you’ve had the chance to try out one of these standout flannel shirts — or any product from the Bespoke Post-approved brand, for that matter — then you’ll know that there’s a combination of style, classically rugged appeal and, in the case of the newest edition of the Summit Flannel Shirt, a supreme focus on ultra-soft brushed cotton flannel.

The Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt gets its standout quality from the use of soft brushed cotton flannel, the kind that’s lightweight enough to wear on its own and yet able to layer easily atop a thermal henley or beneath a stretch cotton blazer.

It doesn’t hurt that your new favorite flannel shirt comes in a handful of classic plaid patterns as sold by Bespoke Post (and you can also pick it up directly through Line of Trade, as luck would have it).

In my experience, the handsome Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt is nearly the perfect flannel shirt, with a lighter weight than a classic shirt jacket and a look that more than readily wears well with everything from a charcoal blazer to a durable pair of blue jeans. When you want quality that won’t quit, in a timeless plaid design and featuring super-soft fabric, look out for the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt — it’s your new daily driver, as they say.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Toast the Finer Things in Life with 50 Percent Off this Iconic Huckberry Decanter

Best decanters for your favorite whiskey.

If ever you’ve stumbled across this Brooklyn style blog, you very well might know that I appreciate the finer things in life — as you perhaps might yourself, be it the expert cut of a stylish trucker jacket, the design of a perfect pair of leather boots or the rich aroma and flavor of a fine dram of whiskey (like this new release from WhistlePig, which I covered here at Maxim).

And as part of my many freelance writing pursuits, I’ve had the chance to travel far and wide to take in each of those delights — and when I’m back at home in Brooklyn (Hi, Mary!), I relish the chance to do the same, particularly when I can find what I cherish at the one-stop shop that is Huckberry.

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While it’s tough to find space for my burgeoning boot collection, a suitable pour of whiskey is always close at hand — and it’s made all the better today (and the day after that, and the day after that!) by one of the best whiskey decanters on the market.

It’s the sort of thing that’s made even better by the fact that Huckberry has managed to develop and design the perfect decanter for your favorite whiskey: Yes, that’s right… one of the best online retailers for menswear and gear has again knocked it out of the park with a stylish decanter for some of the best whiskey on the market, and it’s on sale today via Whiskey Peaks and Huckberry.

For a limited time, you can now score 50 percent off the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter, a hand-blown, lead-free glass decanter fashioned with an exact topographic replica of Mt. Denali at its base. It’s a true Huckberry prize at its best, celebrating the great outdoors while toasting the delight of a fine dram of whiskey — with a neat design and durable build to match.

And yes, my friends, as part of the ever-well-stocked Huckberry Sale section, the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter is marked down to just $25 — a rare sight cheaper than some of the best bourbon on the market, am I right?

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Huckberry calls the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter a “handsome vessel,” one that boasts 54 ounces of capacity — in addition to its eye-catching overall build. For a brief time, find the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter on sale now at Huckberry, and add it to your bar cart ASAP while the savings last. Cheers to that, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Tin Cloth Lined Field Jacket – A Hard-Working Jacket Made for Fall

If something is so well-made that you can’t quite think of a way to improve upon it, then you just might have come across some of the rugged menswear that’s a staple of the Filson lineup. The all-American brand, hailing from the Pacific Northwest, has a knack for making some of the toughest gear on the market, and that frequently includes its waxed outerwear, usually fabricated from its Tin Cloth waxed cotton fabric.

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Originally fashioned for the toughest conditions imaginable in the Pacific Northwest, the lineup now includes new updates to old favorites — like the Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket, which delivers a fresh outlook on a hybrid of the field jacket and the barn jacket (to say the least).

As you’ll find out when you dig deeper as far as the Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket is concerned, this piece is truly overbuilt in the best way possible — remarkable fabrication and construction go a long, long way when you’re dealing with extreme conditions, do they not?

In this case, it’s the use of water-resistant waxed canvas that delivers sturdy toughness in the field, accented by the company’s classic Dark Tan shade and a plethora of pockets.

The water-resistant waxed canvas sheds rain and wind with ease, while the Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket features wool-lined hand pockets and divided cargo pockets with extra room to store your everyday carry essentials. The Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket also features a wool-lined collar for added warmth, while the slightly longer cut and roomier fit lend themselves to an admirable number of layering options for the colder months ahead.

Consider the handsome and impossibly rugged Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket a hybrid between the outfitter’s shorter, trucker jacket-style Cruiser Jacket and something like the classic L.L. Bean Field Coat — all admirable options in their own right, but each with their own staying power and durable quality.

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You’ll note that the hard-working design of the jacket also includes inner elastic ribbing at the cuffs, all the better to deliver a secure fit while keeping out wind and rain this season. Sturdy brass hardware makes all the difference, as does the option to add or remove optional, additional Filson liners when it comes to the wearability of the Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket.

Don’t fret if you want to invest in the best with one of the finest outerwear and menswear companies on the market — the remarkably well-made Filson Lined Tin Cloth Field Jacket has you sorted out right now.