March 17, 2022March 6, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is a New Spring Style Essential

Stocking your wardrobe for spring is all about finding the right ingredients, so to speak: Useful pieces that come in handy in situations both casually rugged and slightly more polished. That’s why the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is so handy and even downright essential as you consider the proper ingredients that go into making one of the best men’s shirts for spring. Plenty of Buck Mason reviews will tell you that the all-American brand doesn’t cut any corners in matters of style and functionality. That’s the case whether the brand is delivering one of the warmest thermal henleys for the colder months or, in the case of the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, crafting a go-anywhere piece you can wear on its own or as a shirt jacket. Call it the tip of the iceberg, so to speak, because again, Buck Mason doesn’t cut any corners.

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A denim shirt, much like the workwear roots of the cotton chambray shirt, is well-suited for moving from the depths of winter into spring as you stow away your trusty flannel shirt and search for something a bit more lightweight – and perhaps easier to layer over one of your favorite T-shirts. The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt knocks things out of the park when it comes to its design, using a not-too-bulky, not-too-light 6.75 oz. indigo yarn-dyed cotton twill.

In addition to the layering-friendly fabric build, the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt gets plenty of other crucial details right, too. Note the classic pearl snap buttons, a hallmark of any great Western shirt, plus the three-button snap cuffs so you can customize the fit of the sleeves – either rolled or worn fully buttoned. The Western details are on point with the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, to say the least — right on down to the gold contrast stitching and Western-style snap chest pockets. The back yoke adds another layer of durability, not to mention on-trend Western detailing, too. And of course, the garment-washed denim fabric on the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt gives it an extremely comfortable, lived-in feel right out of the box.

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It’s easily wearable atop a breezy cotton Buck Mason henley, and that entire combination works well when worn with all manner of spring style essentials, be it lightweight stretch chinos or edgy Buck Mason black denim for a fresh take on double denim. The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is a change of pace from the ordinary, especially from more polished spring shirts like a soft-washed Oxford shirt. Given the fact that Buck Mason has come through with a highly durable, classic design, it’s a worthwhile addition to your seasonal wardrobe.

March 16, 2022March 7, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Mott and Bow Laight Jeans are the Best Men’s Light Wash Jeans

The spring season is all about lightening things up, be it in the way you get back outside for patio beers or day hikes, or in the way you start dressing for warmer temperatures with the best light wash jeans for men. Of course, a pair of light wash jeans like the Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans is but one way to shake up your spring and summer wardrobe. Think of them like a much-needed change of pace from thick selvedge denim or the hard-wearing inky blue pair you rocked through winter. If you’ve read the blog over the years, perhaps you know where this is going. The direction we’re headed? It’s all about comfort, style and an agreeable price for one of the best pairs of men’s light wash jeans, courtesy of the fine folks at Mott and Bow.

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As past Mott and Bow reviews have pointed out (including on this very blog!), the brand specializes in ultra-fine washes and premium cotton denim made the right way, all at prices that aren’t overly high for some of the best men’s jeans — period. The Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans are as fine an example as it gets when it comes to checking all the right boxes.

Of note, the variety in the direct-to-consumer Mott and Bow lineup is second to none, ranging from some of the best men’s grey jeans to, again, the Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans. They hit the right style notes for spring, when you want to reach for breezy, vibrant colors and fabrics as the weather warms up. These stylish light wash jeans are made from a medium-weight, 12.4oz. cotton denim, which won’t prove too stuffy or stiff in warmer climates. Mott and Bow also notes that the Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans are a true pair of comfort stretch denim, with crucial 16 percent elasticity. Best of all, the fit on the Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans should prove neither too baggy nor too tight.

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As far as styling potential is concerned, there’s plenty with these light wash jeans. A lightweight, unlined stretch cotton blazer and a grey merino T-shirt can serve as a breezy casual office or date night look, whil light wash jeans are a reliable bet to wear with your favorite pair of boots and a rugged short-sleeve henley, too. When in doubt, don’t overthink it (and you won’t have to overthink the price, either — they’ll run you just $118 for a premium pair of men’s jeans). In short, if you want a pair of jeans to step back comfortably into spring without missing a beat, the Mott and Bow Slim Laight Jeans should be your new go-to pair.

March 15, 2022March 3, 2022 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get the Best Men’s Chinos for Spring for Under $100 at Bonobos

As we cruise through a new month and a new season, I would hope you’ve got your sights set on some of the best spring menswear, and specifically, the best men’s chinos. To get even more specific, I would hope your go-to chinos brand is going to be NYC-based Bonobos, long-running makers of some of my favorite chinos (and jeans, and soft buttondown shirts, and so on). And to dial things in even further: The Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0 are a revamped pair you need now, with the proper quality and comfort you’d expect from a brand founded on perfecting the style. And in the spirit of today’s Tuesday Steal, these unbeatable chinos are available for under $100 ($99 to be exact) right now. Yes indeed, there’s lots to love with a comfortable durable pair of workhorse chinos, and Bonobos has you covered. You already know the brand makes everything from retro cardigans to classic Oxford shirts, so why not amp things up with a new pair of the Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0, right? This new design features non-iron, 4-way stretch fabric, all the better for constant wear this season.

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Without a doubt, you’ve probably already read a Bonobos review or two on this blog, specifically on a pair of the best chinos for men from this very brand, but this new edition is back in spring-ready colors and with plenty of that same comfort and stretch you’ve come to expect.

Take your pick from a whopping 19 different colors and three (or four) sizing options in terms of fit, plus a wide range of inseam and waist measurements. The Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0 check off all the right boxes, as any good pair of chinos should do. The best chinos for men, after all, are the perfect hybrid between your favorite jeans and tailored dress pants — wearable at the office or on the weekend, yet with more spring-ready comfort and mobility than wool dress pants, for instance. Especially when it comes to the relatively tailored cut of the Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0, they’re wearable with your favorite blazer and an Oxford shirt, yet you can also style the Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0 with an easygoing pocket tee (it definitely helps that Bonobos sells all of the above menswear essentials, does it not?).

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Styling potential is nearly limitless with the Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0, and given the fact that they’re available right now for a shade under $100 — and potentially lower, if you shop the Bonobos Sale Section — they’re a deal not to be missed. And again, just because Bonobos menswear is on sale doesn’t mean it’s of inferior quality; in fact, it’s a great opportunity to get high-quality gear while saving some dough. And for my money’s worth, the Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos 2.0 should be the first purchase you make right now.

March 14, 2022March 6, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket is One of the Best Men’s Jackets for Spring

The best men's lightweight jacket for spring.

Stop the presses, everyone: I think I’ve just found your new favorite jacket for spring, and I’ve got some even better news. It’s coming your way from the good folks at Flint and Tinder, the much-loved in-house brand at Huckberry perhaps best known for making everything from a USA-made Oxford shirt to one of the best waxed jackets on the market. Take those same design principles: Rugged good looks, durable design, classic styling potential and wrap ’em all up into one perfect spring jacket, and that’s what we’re dealing with when it comes to the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket. It’s a crucial part of the just-launched, aptly named Flint and Tinder Fatigue Collection, which blends the toughness of old-school military garb with the versatility that today’s modern man needs. It’s one of the best men’s jackets for spring, the kind of casual, go-anywhere staple you’re never going to tire of wearing.

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To hear Huckberry tell it, the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Collection has been a long time coming, drawing inspiration from the sort of treasure trove finds you unearth at Army-Navy surplus stores or vintage stores in equal measure. There’s no doubt that prized pieces like the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket blend both a historical feel and modern-day wearability with ease — how’s that for one of the best men’s spring jackets, right?

Available in a classic Fatigue Green or an eye-catching Field Camo as shown above, the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket is both perfectly on-trend and yet absolutely timeless. The shirt jacket design of the hard-wearing, 99 percent cotton-1 percent spandex Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket works well with just about anything else in your spring wardrobe, be it a classic pocket T-shirt, a durable henley or an Oxford shirt. The shirt jacket design offers up space for EDC essentials (note the two chest pockets), while the fit on the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket should prove easy to layer without restricting your movement if you wear it atop another buttondown shirt.

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Plus, side hand pockets amp up the wearability (and storage space!) of the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket even further — as if this rugged shirt jacket could get any better. The breezy stretch cotton design is also a winner for the early days of spring, when you need a lightweight layer that’s not too bulky. The Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket is also packable in your favorite leather bag for weekend getaways, but those crucial pockets make it a highly useful jacket to wear during day-to-night travel. At just a shade under $150, the Flint and Tinder Fatigue Jacket is subtly stylish and yet packed with useful features — not to mention an air of retro cool — which makes it a worthy choice for your next spring jacket purchase. Layer up accordingly, folks.

March 13, 2022March 4, 2022 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Get the Rugged Boots You Need for Spring in the TAFT Last Chance Section

Spring might at first call to mind the chance to bring some lightweight style staples out of storage, but first and foremost, you need a pair of the most rugged boots for men. Specifically, you need to lace up a pair from the durable-yet-refined boot purveyors at TAFT, an excellent source for boots that blend standout looks with standout specs. The brand makes some of the best boots for men in more areas than one, be it dressy Chelsea boots or rugged lace-up captoe boots, the kind you can wear with jeans or even canvas work pants. I myself have sung the praises of TAFT — I love the variety of options up for grabs, from floral-printed boots to woven dress shoes and hard-wearing leather boots. Taken all together, it’s this variety that makes the TAFT Last Chance Sale an excellent way to save on some of the best men’s boots.

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You can save 40 percent, at least, on your new favorite boots and sneakers, with enough unique design details to make even the most avid boot collector stop and look twice. You’ll find rugged-yet-refined hiking boots (like the TAFT Viking Boots shown above), plus sleek Chelsea boots and patterned sneakers marked down plenty from their original prices, yet with still all the same quality inherent with the TAFT name. If you’ve been thinking about pulling the trigger on some TAFT men’s boots, I’d wager the TAFT Last Chance Sale is a mighty nice way to do just that. These deals on men’s boots aren’t apt to stick around long, so make sure you’ve got your credit card at the ready.

March 12, 2022February 22, 2022 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Chambray Button-Down Shirt – The Best Men’s Chambray Shirt

The best men's chambray shirt for spring.

Has there ever been a better time to shop the best new men’s gear for spring from Filson? Not quite, if you ask me — it might only be early spring, and you very well might be experiencing one last winter storm, but stocking up on one of the best men’s shirts, to start, is a great way to get the ball rolling with a seasonal wardrobe refresh. Hopefully, you’re well-acquainted with what Filson brings to the table (and to your closet) — they already make one of the most affordable men’s workshirts, not to mention rugged work pants and plenty more, but the Filson Chambray Button-Down is cut from a different cloth, literally and figuratively. It’s a more casual, yet still rugged and functional, clothing option from the famed Pacific Northwest retailer, and in a new, breezy spring color like Rust Chambray, it blends modern good looks with classic style. It’s also a nice addition to Filson’s current lineup of rugged denim, from shirting to hard-wearing indigo selvage.

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The Filson Chambray Button-Down checks all the right boxes if you want a versatile men’s shirt with, as Filson says, a “heritage of toughness” — chambray was a fabric, after all, found in workshirts and worn much like denim pants back in the day. Now, you can wear it with everything from tan chinos to indigo jeans — and it gets better from there.

The Filson Chambray Button-Down also comes in neat colors like a throwback-minded Navy Hickory Stripe, all the better to add some vintage style to your spring wardrobe (think of the old shirts and jackets worn by railroad engineers, for instance). Made from a midweight 5 oz. cotton chambray, it’s lightweight enough to wear on its own underneath your favorite chore coat or atop a rugged pocket tee or henley without overheating. It’s still March after all, so temperatures won’t be out of control quite yet. That gives you all the more reason to rock the Filson Chambray Button-Down from now on into summer, especially with the sleeves rolled up on a hot day.

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In the meantime though, the Filson Chambray Button-Down is the right move to step into early spring, given the mid-weight design and its utility — it can be worn as a true workshirt, or more casually at the office underneath a spring-like blazer. And yet, when winter rolls around again, the Filson Chambray Button-Down is ready to be worn in proper, rugged fashion with one of the best shawl cardigans for men. You won’t regret picking up this go-anywhere, wear-with-anything shirt for the start of a new season, to say the very least.

March 11, 2022March 9, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Darn Tough Socks, A New Buck Mason Promo & the Best Chambray Shirt for Spring

It’s a bit of a different Friday than usual here at The Style Guide — for one, I’m not in Brooklyn, prepping for a weekend rock show or brewery visit, but I’m en route as we speak to the lovely, wooded north of Vermont, where I’m spending the weekend visiting Darn Tough Socks. Yes, that’s right: I’ll be getting an inside look — factory tour and all — at some of the best USA-made socks on the market (if not the best). I’ve worn Darn Tough socks myself for years, and I’d encourage you to check the brand out if you need new socks to wear with your favorite boots, for instance. In the meantime, be sure to follow along with all of the sock-making, Vermont beer-sipping fun on my Instagram.

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I’ve stayed plenty busy this week in the days leading up to my trip, be it writing about the best work jackets at SPY.com or covering a seriously cool new Bushmills x Peaky Blinders partnership at Maxim. Of course, there are also a few more blog posts coming your way at this site in the days ahead, but for now, I’ll get your weekend going with a few choice shopping picks from some of my favorite brands. Cheers, folks!

Here’s a deal you’d do well not to miss if you want to upgrade your weekend sweatpants for spring. Over at Buck Mason, you’ll find an exceedingly rare Buck Mason promo running this weekend only: Get 20 percent off a men’s sweat set when buying a hoodie and sweatpant combination. The brand takes great care to make some of the best sweatpants for men, and now is a truly solid time to save some hard-earned cash while upgrading your laidback loungewear game.

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Denim lovers, this one’s for you. Now through March 12th — that’s tomorrow, my friends — head online to L.A.-based denim brand DSTLD, makers of the best men’s jeans and more (as you’ve hopefully read on the blog, of course). While there, use the code WOW50 to take 50 percent off everything from the best chambray shirting to essential denim and more. It’s not going to be around the entire weekend, so do yourself a favor and start shopping ASAP.

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I mentioned that you should know DSTLD if you read the blog, right? Well, here’s as good a way as any to get properly acquainted — just yesterday, I covered one of the best chambray shirts to buy now and wear all spring, especially with a pair of well-made DSTLD men’s jeans. Oh, and that discount? You should make good use of it starting in 3…2…1.

Before we head into the weekend, and before I bundle up to enjoy Vermont, here’s one more helpful style suggestion for you. The place to go this season, starting right now, to upgrade your spring jacket rotation? That’s Huckberry, makers of some of the best waxed jackets and a whole lot more. In that vein, I wrote about the best waxed jackets at Huckberry earlier this week — get ready to add to your wish list ASAP. Cheers and thanks for reading!

March 10, 2022February 19, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Todd Snyder Italian Snap Dylan Jacket is Your Spring Jacket Refresh

It seems like just yesterday that we were talking about the best winter menswear deals at Todd Snyder, and now here we are, moving right into a new season with a look at one of the best men’s jackets for spring. It comes courtesy of one of the best menswear designers in America, a name you’ve long been familiar with if you read this blog: That’d be Todd Snyder, the Iowa-born, NYC-based designer that takes rugged menswear staples, like the trucker jacket, and amps them up with premium materials and a refined, surprisingly elegant approach. Which brings us to one of the best spring jackets for men today — we’ve talked previously about the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in its fall-friendly waxed design, but today’s iteration is a perfect jacket for the season, done up in rich, soft suede in an striking Medium Blue color.

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Of course, there are several options you’ve got when it comes to the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede, but why not embrace the pending return of spring? It’s part of a slate of Todd Snyder New Arrivals in premium materials and vivid colors, be it rugged henleys, on-trend rugby shirts or soft indigo denim — yes, it’s all worth a look, and the Dylan Jacket in Suede leads the way.

It’s no surprise that the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede, especially in a rich and seasonally minded color like Indigo, is a best seller of Snyder’s brand for a reason. It’s made in Italy, with extremely soft and smooth suede. This is a jacket to be worn on breezy days, but not overly rainy days, as suede doesn’t fare well in a downpour. The rest of the time though, the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede is well worth its price tag ($998 at Todd Snyder). Handsome silver snap hardware contrasts nicely with the Medium Blue color in particular, and the trucker jacket fit hits on the hip (and runs slightly slim).

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The Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede is rugged enough to pair with deep blue indigo jeans and a classic men’s henley, but it’s also an interesting change of pace to wear with tailored Todd Snyder chinos and your favorite Oxford shirt. Best of all, you can wear the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede as a statement piece if you pick up a brighter or more bold color, or you can go more subdued in a crisp color like Olive or Dark Charcoal. Above all else, I’d look to get as much wear as possible out of the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket in Suede, no matter what the color or wearing occasion. If you end up picking up this jacket, let me know in the comments. Here’s to spring layering, my friends!

March 9, 2022February 18, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Get One of The Best Chambray Shirts for the Season at DSTLD

Never underestimate the power of one of the best chambray shirts for men, right? Yes indeed, I’d say that’s correct — no doubt about it. Chambray is a hard-working cotton denim fabric originally used as a workwear staple, and today, it’s been redone in all the proper, modern ways as one of the best men’s shirts, period. That’s what makes the DSTLD Chambray Shirt so special — it’s the perfect blend of classic and modern, with rugged good looks, plenty of versatility and an agreeable, sub-$100 price tag, to boot. I’ve written quite a bit on the blog here over the years about the classic chambray shirt, which looks great on every guy and offers more character, depth and rugged style than the Oxford shirt, for instance (although an American-made Oxford shirt is still a great style pick). It also doesn’t hurt that this particular chambray shirt pairs nicely with some of the best jeans for men, for instance.

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The DSTLD Chambray Shirt carries on the Los Angeles-based brand’s focus on minimal, crisp and high-quality denim (and T-shirts, and some of the best cashmere sweaters), all at prices that geared to help you save a few bucks. Right now, you can snag this shirt for under $90, and that’s quite the steal when you realize what you’re getting.

The DSTLD Chambray Shirt in a fittingly versatile dark blue is crafted from a textured mid-weight 100 percent organic cotton, the kind of shirt that won’t feel out of place when worn with a waxed trucker jacket in early spring, or when paired up with one of the best T-shirts for men as temperatures climb. Of course, the workwear roots of the hard-wearing DSTLD Chambray Shirt (and the best chambray shirts for men in general) also make it a natural pairing with your favorite henley, not to mention other equally versatile picks — like slim DSTLD blue jeans for men, for instance. And it’s the DSTLD Chambray Shirt that makes it all go, with the kind of straightforward style you can wear to the office with tailored chinos or out on the town with black jeans. The DSTLD Chambray Shirt also features traditional chambray shirt touches, like front-button chest pockets and white contrasting button. If you ask me, it’s a winner all around, and that’s as good as it gets if you need one of the best shirts for men, period.

March 8, 2022February 19, 2022 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Now is the Best Time to Buy a Waxed Jacket at Huckberry

If you’ve kicked off your search for one of the best men’s jackets for spring this week — and right on time as we roll into March — hopefully, you’ve scouted out the right resource. Sure, there are certainly many places you can go to find one of the best waxed jackets, but if you know what’s good for yourself and your wardrobe, you’d do well to save on your next waxed jacket at Huckberry. Of course, you hopefully already know the lauded San Francisco retailer for essentials like the Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket, a Huckberry bestseller that also tends to show up on sale from time to time.

You need a new waxed jacket this spring
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But beyond that, it makes perfect sense that Huckberry would offer rugged waxed jackets from the likes of Barbour, Schott and naturally, Flint and Tinder. This is an assortment that includes durable waxed cotton field jackets, vests and shirt jackets, most of which are on sale right now as we move into a new season. And even if there aren’t a ton of deals to be had at this very moment, the best men’s waxed jackets at Huckberry aren’t a bad score in their own right, clocking in at under $300 for durable options from Flint and Tinder (that’d be the iconic waxed trucker jacket). A waxed cotton jacket, often lined with cotton flannel and made to be layered with other rugged early spring style staples, is going to help you move into a new season with ease. Don’t miss out on today’s offerings from Huckberry — I’ll leave you to it. Here’s to shopping and saving, my friends.

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