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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is the Best Early Spring Jacket for Men

The best early spring jacket for men.

It’s one heck of a time to be searching for one of the best men’s jackets for early spring, and that’s why we’re gathered here today. In fact, I’d wager you already recognize the brand in question making your new favorite jacket, and that’s the perfectly balanced, rugged-yet-refined style purveyors at San Francisco-based Taylor Stitch. Hopefully, you recognize the brand from the blog over the years, seeing as they’re one of my favorite brands — and seeing as they can do it all in the world of menswear, from one of the best winter blazers for men to the carefully crafted Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket, the durable and hard-wearing coat seen at the top of the page. You also likely know the brand from other layers, including one of the best shawl cardigans, but as we roll through March and you pore over Taylor Stitch reviews, it’s best to lighten things up just a bit.

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It’s just about time you swapped out your sturdy winter parka for something lighter yet no less durable and substantial, and the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket checks all the right boxes in that regard. It starts with the silhouette, modeled off old workwear jackets and yet streamlined for today’s modern man: It’s the right blend of a field jacket and a chore coat, with nicely sized hip pockets and one chest pocket for storing your everyday carry essentials on and off the job. It only gets better from there, of course, when it comes to the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket.

The best workwear jacket for men.

The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket, crucially, really is made to be worn and lived in this season, crafted from 100 percent organic cotton that’s also been washed for a soft feel right out of the box. The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is almost like the perfect hybrid between a blazer and chore coat, with sturdy front buttons that can be buttoned all the way up or worn more casually (with only two or three buttons done up, for instance), and that versatility also makes it one of the best jackets for men. The Washed Charcoal color is yet another marker of versatility and utility when you consider the rugged appeal of the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket — you can wear this jacket with your favorite pair of blue jeans, with Taylor Stitch chinos and perhaps even with the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants for quick, casually polished weekend outings.

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But when you really need a jacket that can get the job done — even if that job happens to involve everything from daily meetings to site visits — the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is the right way to go. Layer it up over an Oxford or chambray shirt to drive home its classic styling potential, or pair it with your favorite henley for a go-to laidback weekend look you can wear from day to night. The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket should prove a hit in matters of style and functionality, and that’s about the best you can ask for from one of the best spring jackets for men.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Get Up to 60 Percent Off the Best Menswear at the Everlane Men’s Sale

The best menswear at Everlane.

Finding the best early spring menswear is actually easier than it sounds, although the challenge of sorting through the latest and greatest new releases can be daunting, no doubt. Enter the Everlane Menswear Sale, an ongoing, rotating selection of gear to outfit you for any occasion this season and beyond. It’s March, after all, and spring looms, so versatility is key. That goes for dressing to head back to the office or layering up to fight back against spring rain — Everlane, a favorite brand of mine (and of customers, according to Everlane reviews) is your new go-to. You’ll get up to 60 percent off more stylish menswear than you can shake a stick at, figuratively speaking: All you need to do is shop the Everlane Menswear Sale and add as many picks as you please to your cart, as it were. What exactly should you buy? Reader, I’m glad you asked.

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Everlane has a knack for delivering high-quality staple pieces in neutral, easy-to-wear colors, whether it’s a pair of the best shoes for men or a rugged overshirt for layering on the go. And at the Everlane Menswear Sale , you’ve got the chance to pick up plenty of similarly well-designed, dependable gear. Get performance chinos for under $60, save 60 percent on the best sneakers for men and even get a selection of men’s T-shirts for under $10 — yes, under $10. The Everlane Menswear Sale is one of the better deals I’ve seen in some time, and once you peruse the well-made, well-curated offerings, I think you’ll agree. Let’s get into a new season by saving money in style. Cheers!

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Surplus Waffle Henley – The Rugged Spring Layer You Need Now

The best men's henley for spring.

Cruise through the pages of The Style Guide any day of the week, and you just might find me singing the praises of a rugged menswear must-have: One of the best men’s henleys is the right layer to take you from the depths of winter into spring, starting right now. A rugged thermal henley can work wonders in plenty of different ways in your wardrobe, be it as a base layer with a tough waxed trucker jacket and the best leather boots, or worn on its own with dark indigo jeans as temperatures (slowly) rise. That’s what we’ve got on our hands today with the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley, another A-plus menswear staple to carry you from early March into spring, properly outfitted.

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It’s part of a crop of the best spring style essentials new into the well-stocked digital confines of San Francisco-based Huckberry, and your next spring look is going to better for it when you snag the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley. The Surplus Collection from F&T blends hard-wearing materials like Cordura nylon with cotton for stretch, durability and comfort, and it all comes together in this fittingly military-inspired henley. Note the custom F&T buttons, matching the shade of the henley for a low-key, functional finish. Of course, that’s not all you’ll find with one of the best henleys for men.

The best thermal henley for men.

The mini waffle texture on the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley adds interlocking, insulating warmth without adding bulk, and it still moves with you (not against you) thanks to the interwoven Cordura and cotton fabric blend. Colors like Twill, Olive and classic Black drive home the utilitarian nature of the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley — this is a henley meant for work and action, as well as lounging around the house with your favorite pair of weekend joggers. Huckberry notes this fabric is comfortable enough to sleep in (especially useful if you’re hitting the road this spring to a cabin or campsite), but it’s handy enough to layer up with atop your favorite flannel shirt when you step outside your lodgings.

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Like most other Huckberry gear picks, the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley is priced right for the quality and utility — it’ll run you $68 at Huckberry. That’s certainly more than a bargain henley or a standard cotton undershirt, but this Huckberry henley has more substantial fabric and wearability than something on the cheaper side of the equation. A contrast placket and stitching really lends itself to the military surplus inspiration behind the rugged and durable Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley, which is never a bad thing to have in your wardrobe. Before you throw on your trusty spring chore coat or denim jacket, make sure the Flint and Tinder Surplus Long-Sleeve Henley is your base layer of choice.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New Buck Mason Spring Gear, Sustainable Shirting & The Best GMT Watches

Best new spring shirt for men.

As we launch into Friday, I’ve got my sights set on rugged new spring gear — even if the temperature in NYC leaves a little something to be desired. I’m specifically loving the standout new Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, made from handsome yarn-dyed indigo cotton in a slim fit, and made to break in over time the more you wear it this season. If you’ve read the blog, you know I love Buck Mason menswear, especially its go-anywhere versatility heading into a very early spring weekend — a new season marks a time for new wardrobe upgrades, wouldn’t you agree? And you can’t go wrong at all with Buck Mason.

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As luck would have it, I’ll be wearing some of my favorite Buck Mason essentials this weekend, seeing as I’m back in Brooklyn from a Florida trip (as you saw on my Instagram) and I need to layer up accordingly. In fact, I’m heading out this evening to indulge one of my other passions — music, of course (perhaps you saw my latest story for SPIN?). I’m seeing the legendary, long-running indie rock band Guided By Voices at NYC’s iconic Irving Plaza — a show that’s been pushed back twice for me since last September! I’m going to outfit myself accordingly, and for your own weekend pursuits, I suggest you do the same — here are a few of my top selections to keep your Friday rolling.

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  • I talked in my last Friday Read about needing to shop the new Billy Reid Spring Menswear Collection, and I’m back in full force recommending you check out the famed Alabama designer’s wares. The offering includes breezy cotton tees, a rugged trucker jacket, lightweight sweaters, durable jackets and overall, well, some of the best new spring menswear to amp up your wardrobe. Go to it, folks.
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  • How’s this for making an impact beyond menswear? Known as the “Gangsta Gardener,” Los Angeles legend Ron Finley debuted the Ron Finley Project to bring vibrant nature and healthy, locally grown food to the people of South Central Los Angeles back in 2010. Now, he’s partnering up with San Fran’s Taylor Stitch on the Taylor Stitch x Ron Finley Capsule Collection, updating some of the brand’s most iconic and rugged staples with his own vibrant, nature-filled spin — the collection is up for pre-order right now, folks.
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  • Functional style is the name of the game with a GMT watch — known as Greenwich Mean Time. These watches, seemingly complicated on the surface, offer both bang for your buck and go-anywhere dependability, and they can do an awful lot to upgrade your watch collection. On that note, I wrote for SPY.com on the best GMT watches, so consider adding one to your collection ASAP.
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Here’s one final style move to get your weekend started off the right way. Just yesterday, I wrote about one of the most sustainable shirts on the market from Outerknown — it’s your new go-to spring layer, so read all about it here on the blog. Have a great weekend and as ever, thanks for reading!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt is the Most Sustainable, Stylish Men’s Shirt for Spring

The best sustainable shirt for men.

Your wardrobe might very well be stocked with a wide array of the best men’s shirts, but I guarantee you don’t have anything quite like the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt, which just so happens to be one of the most sustainable shirts for men on the market. It’s one of Outerknown’s best sellers for a reason, and that’s partially because it’s an update on the brand’s top-selling, incredibly well-reviewed Outerknown Blanket Shirt, which I’ve also written about on the blog. Long story short: If you want to add even more rugged versatility to your ensembles this early spring, you’d do well to look into adding the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt to your rotation ASAP.

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There’s plenty to love about this new and improved update to one of the best shirts for men, starting with the rich and carefully crafted array of garment-dyed colors to suit every occasion. Yes indeed, the brand — founded in part by surfing legend Kelly Slater with the design assistance of fashion industry vet John Moore — has taken the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt to the next level in more ways than one.

The best rugged shirt for men.

Sure, the richly curated color selection when it comes to the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt is just the tip of the iceberg, and the specs elsewhere are every bit as covetable (and worthy of the $148 price tag, no less). The Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt is fashioned from heavyweight cotton twill, the kind that turns this shirt from a standard buttondown into one that can be worn as a shirt jacket atop your favorite henley or one of the best men’s T-shirts, for starters. Corozo buttons finish off the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt in a way that’s sturdy without going too far over the top, and of course, this rugged, sustainable shirt is made with 100 percent organic cotton.

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The Outerknown Blanket Shirt itself already comes in an astounding variety of colors and patterns, but this revamped take is a nice style move if you want to add a distinctive solid color to your wardrobe. Plus, the cotton twill is designed to resist wrinkles, making the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt one of the best shirts for early spring when it comes time to hit the road. If you feel so inclined, you could even wear the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt with a lightweight spring and summer blazer and a pair of sustainable jeans for men from the very same brand, too. When you want options that blend sustainability and style, make sure the Outerknown Chroma Blanket Shirt — in at least one eye-catching color — is close at hand in your wardrobe.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Western Rise X Cotton Button Down is the Best Men’s Shirt for Early Spring

The best men's shirt for spring.

Does it feel weird to already be thinking about and talking about one of the best men’s shirts for spring? It’s at least a little strange, seeing as you yourself might still be layered up with, say, one of the best cardigans for men, but we’ll get through it together — and it’s never too early to think about new style staples for a new season.

That’s especially the case with Western Rise, the Colorado-based purveyors of performance menswear and makers of layers like one of the most rugged shirt jackets you can buy, not to mention the best stretch pants for men. This is where the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down is going to help you bridge the gap between late winter and early spring, with all the comfort, style and performance you need for the office, weekend getaways and plenty more. The specs on the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down are really what sets it apart from the pack, and in an essential way, no less.

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For starters, it harnesses the right blend of performance and style that you can wear from one season into the next, crucially. In the case of the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down, that means proprietary 4-way stretch Nylon 66 fabric, which also happens to resist stains and wick away moisture. In that sense, it’s truly a day-to-night shirt, with style points to prove it.

The best everyday men's casual shirt.

The Western Rise X Cotton Button Down certainly isn’t your classic Oxford shirt, which can sometimes be hard to wear and rather stuffy — it’s a modern take on an iconic look, and it never hurts to have one of the best shirts for men at your disposal. This shirt is also odor-resistant and made for repeated wear, be it at the office with a stretch wool sportcoat and your favorite chinos, or worn casually, untucked, with a pair of rugged leather boots and classic blue jeans for men. And although the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down looks like your casual, everyday shirt, it’s got other features that make it truly versatile from day to night.

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Notably, the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down is available in crisp, easy-to-style colors like Fog and Cloud, with neat features like hidden buttons at the collar for a clean finish. It’s also heavier than an Oxford shirt, yet still durable and plenty breathable — you won’t need to wear an undershirt with this style. You can comfortably rock it with one of the best waxed trucker jackets or a spring-ready field jacket with ease.

And again, it’s more than suited for repeated wear — at this rate, the Western Rise X Cotton Button Down is more than worth the purchase price of $118, as many Western Rise reviews note. Take advantage of this early spring style move while it’s still around — you won’t regret it.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get One of the Best Merino Sweaters for Men for Under $100 at Mott and Bow

The best merino sweater for men.

I’m of the opinion that a guy can never have too many of a good thing, like one of the best sweaters for men. Or rather, to get even more specific, I’m of the opinion that nothing beats one of the best merino sweaters for men, a versatile “wonder fabric” that offers plenty of wearability and style points. That’s epecially when made the right way by the good folks at Mott and Bow. The NYC-based E-commerce brand, founded in the early 2010s with a focus on making superior denim at great prices, now makes all manner of other casual menswear staples, including the Mott and Bow Lucas Merino Wool Crew.

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Now, plenty of Mott and Bow reviews will note that the brand does a standout job at making some of the best jeans for men, with classic looks and crisp colors like blue, grey and black on offer. I’ve been a fan of the brand for years for this very reason, and they’ve since expanded into making some of the coolest men’s sweatpants — not to mention the polished, seriously cool Mott and Bow Lucas Merino Wool Crew. It’s also the perfect time of year to buy a lightweight sweater — as we move from winter into spring — and that’s just one of the reasons to get one of the best sweaters for men for under $100.

The best men's sweater for early spring.

The Mott and Bow Lucas Merino Wool Crew, priced nicely at $99, comes in a sharp crewneck design, the kind you can wear over a Mott and Bow T-shirt or an American-made Oxford shirt just about anywhere — to the office, out to coffee or on the road. It’s a fast seller for that very reason, with loads of style points, and it’s also available in a V-neck design. You can (and should!) team the Mott and Bow Lucas Merino Wool Crew with the best Mott and Bow jeans, too. And the great news is, you can rock that combo any day of the week, anywhere. Now, this sweater (along with other Mott and Bow menswear staples) is selling mighty fast, so I’m going to let you get on with your shopping. Stay stylish, my friends!

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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Mott and Bow Stone Jeans are the Grey Jeans You Didn’t Know You Needed

Best grey jeans for men.

Just when you think you’ve got your wardrobe of everyday menswear essentials figured out, I’m here to ask you if, well… what if there’s something else you might consider adding? Something like the best grey jeans, which are every bit as reliable as your favorite blue jeans, not to mention other pairs of the best jeans for men in your wardrobe, be they olive or tan or black. This is where NYC-based Mott and Bow, a consistent favorite of the blog — and of shoppers, at least according to Mott and Bow reviews — should be your go-to source. A quick business note, though: First-time Mott and Bow customers can get 10 percent off with the code beau10, if you feel so inclined to dive into a pair of the best grey jeans (or, again, any other pair of jeans or chinos from the brand). Why grey jeans — like the Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans — and why now?

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Well, that’s a great question, and that’s why I’m here, after all (I’ve been wearing Mott and Bow jeans since 2015, believe it or not). As I’ve mentioned, Mott and Bow makes some of the best classic blue jeans, and yet, they’ve nearly got the market cornered on soft, high-quality Italian cotton denim in a range of other colors, too. The Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans fall right in line with the brand’s other styles in terms of comfort and quality, in a color that’s just different enough.

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It’s also worth keeping in mind that the Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans feature a classic fit — not too baggy, not too slim — that’ll work on most body types. But beyond that, the three shades of grey offered here (Light Grey, Medium/Dark Grey and my personal favorite, the straightforward Medium Grey) are not all that far off from wearing blue jeans. They’re also more readily wearable than black jeans, especially if you’re not the type of mix black jeans and brown boots, for instance. The Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans feature a 17 percent stretch rating, through the use of 2 percent elastane and 98 percent cotton.

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I’ve found that Mott and Bow men’s jeans stretch and move with you, without losing their shape. These jeans should prove extremely soft, according to the brand, and quite ready for daily wear at the office and into the weekend. I’d pair up your new Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans with the classics this winter, like a stylish brown leather watch, a rugged shawl cardigan for added warmth and a timeless henley. That being said, the Mott and Bow Straight Stone Jeans also work well with office-ready picks, including a stretch dress shirt and a lightweight stretch wool blazer. When you’re looking for comfort and style that’s just different enough from the ordinary, get yourself some slick grey jeans — your wardrobe looks even better already.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: The Billy Reid Winter Clearance is the Best Way to Get On-Sale Menswear Now

The best on-sale winter menswear.

Keeping a weather eye out for the best menswear sales of the moment requires practice, but when you get used to scouring the Web for deals on standout gear, it actually becomes all that much easier — like with the Billy Reid Winter Clearance, for instance. It’s a rare sale, in that gear is moving quickly, not to mention the fact that it won’t be around for very long. Hopefully, you’re well-aware of what Billy Reid has going for him as a designer and a brand. Based in Alabama, Reid is known for upscale takes on classic Americana, like wool shirt jackets and some of the best five-pocket pants for men, not to mention the widely loved and highly popular Billy Reid Bond Peacoat. Covetable gear picks like these are just part of what makes the Billy Reid Winter Clearance such a rare and yet highly covetable event — and luckily enough for all of us, now is a great time to pick up some gear you can wear right now, and then on through spring.

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Take up to 60 percent off today

We’re talking deals of up to 60 percent off via the Billy Reid Winter Clearance, including everything from a handsome plaid topcoat to the classic Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt (marked down 60 percent). You can also score 50 percent off stylish men’s sweaters and 30 percent off the iconic Billy Reid Dover Sweatshirt. To say the least, you’ve certainly got your work cut out for you. I’m going to wrap up today’s post and let you have at it, because there’s plenty of opportunity to sort through the best deals in the Billy Reid Winter Clearance — happy shopping and saving, folks.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Myles Apparel Tour Pants – The Best Performance Pants to Wear Anywhere

The best men's performance pants to buy now.

These days, there’s hardly a scenario where comfort and style don’t go hand in hand, seeing as you’re probably spending a bit less time at the office and a bit more time at home or on the road, dressed casually. This is where you need a pair of pants made with both utility and style in mind: A pair of pants like, well, the Myles Apparel Tour Pants, which just so happen to hit the sweet spot as far as the best performance pants for men are concerned. They’re a perfect hybrid when you need a classier option that sweatpants, yet want the comfort of a pair of stretch jeans or chinos.

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In fact, the Myles Apparel Tour Pants — coming from a brand that already makes one of the best performance hoodies and offers up some of the best deals on performance gear — are akin to a more modern take on chinos or five-pocket pants, and this is very good news indeed for you, my friend. And if you’re still coming around on the idea of swapping out your classic blue jeans for a pair of stretch performance pants, know that you can try Myles Apparel for free at home for seven days before you buy. How’s that for practicality, functionality and style? Another bonus: You get free U.S. shipping on orders over $100.

The best stretch five-pocket performance pants for men.

The specs on the Myles Apparel Tour Pants are exactly what you need if you want to ease your way into looking sharp and yet feeling comfortable all day long. They’re made with a quick-drying stretch woven twill fabric, all the better to keep you cool on day hikes, your commute or long weekends on the road. It only gets better from there with the Myles Apparel Tour Pants, because — even more incredibly — they’re made to resist wrinkles and stains, not to mention water (thanks to the Durable Water Repellent finish). You’re also getting a plethora of pockets for everyday carry essentials with the Myles Apparel Tour Pants, including a hidden phone pocket and a zip passport or wallet pocket.

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Plus, the front pockets themselves — cut with a slanted finish for easy access — are nicely oversized to allow for maximum EDC storage. Even the waistband on the Myles Apparel Tour Pants features a special touch: A stay-grip design that keeps your shirts tucked in for a clean finish. If it seems as if Myles Apparel thought of everything with these pants, it’s because, well, they certainly did. The Myles Apparel Tour Pants are also available in a whopping nine colors, all the better to suit any palette. And the quick-drying stretch fabric means these are an easily wearable pair of four-season pants, whether you rock ’em now with your favorite henley or whether you keep them close at hand to wear with an American-made Oxford shirt come spring and summer. The only thing you’ve got to worry about now? Picking out your favorite color.