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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater is the Cozy Winter Layer to Shop Now

Although 2021 is winding down, we’re certainly not out of the woods yet as far as needing to dress in cozy winter style is concerned, and that’s where one of the best men’s winter sweaters simply needs to enter your wardrobe right now. And as you might have guessed, you’re not going to be able to go just anywhere to get said winter sweater. Head over to Taylor Stitch and revel in the wonder that is the perfectly rugged, classic and carefully crafted Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater, one of the best sweaters for men and an outstanding addition to the Taylor Stitch New Arrivals section as of late. Now, you should also shop the jam-packed Taylor Stitch Workshop, but the great news is, this sweater is available for purchase right now. It’s got just about everything you should look for in a sweater to wear once the going gets tough (AKA frigid, blustery and snowy), starting with a rich and eye-catching thick knit that calls to mind old-school sweaters that a certain writer (perhaps Hemingway himself) might have enjoyed wearing.

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If that’s not enough to convince you, well, rest easy knowing that the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater has plenty going for it beyond just epic throwback looks. It starts with its 100 percent merino wool construction, the sort that provides both extreme warmth and yet moisture-wicking, anti-microbial properties. How can one sweater do all of that at once? Well, it’s the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater we’re talking about, after all.

Simply put, the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater doesn’t mess around when it comes to providing incredible protection from the elements, plus top-notch layering potential. Style the crewneck design of the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater atop an Oxford shirt or a chambray shirt for the office or for a more casual winter soiree. You could even wear it underneath a waxed field jacket for exceptionally rugged, go-anywhere seasonal style in the elements. And it nearly goes without saying, but the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater‘s handsome Burgundy colorway is the stuff winter style dreams are made of. That color in particular pairs well with indigo denim or tan corduroy pants in equal measure, so make sure your menswear rotation is well-stocked.

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And the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater is, crucially, available for purchase right now, so rejoice in the fact that you can get it delivered to your door with free shipping and free returns. Like other Taylor Stitch pieces worth buying, the Taylor Stitch Wharf Sweater doesn’t exactly come cheap (it retails for $238 at Taylor Stitch), but this is a bold and near-perfect winter sweater to buy now and wear as often as you can this season. Act accordingly, my friends. And thanks for reading!

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Shop the Year-End Sale Right Now at Western Rise

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Christmas *just* flew by, but the best menswear deals are still up for grabs, starting with one of the best performance menswear brands, Western Rise. The Colorado-based brand specializes in durable shirts, pants and accessories made with highly flexible, weather-ready fabrics, for starters. Any Western Rise review should also call out that the brand makes one of the best short-sleeve shirts and some of the best shirt jackets on the market, to name but a few standout style picks. There’s never been a better time to shop (as cliche as that might sound, after all). How’s that? Well, here it is: Get 20 percent off sitewide at Western Rise with the code YEAREND, now through December 31st. This is a limited-time sale in every sense of the word, and it’s only to your advantage that the sale covers every single item on the site.

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I’m personally a big fan of the lightweight warmth and rugged durability of the Western Rise AirLight Long-Sleeve Shirt for everyday wear (at the office and while working from home). I also love the Western Rise Diversion Pants, featuring four-way stretch and yet the same fit as your favorite pair of office-ready chinos. What could be better than that? Well, how about the chance to truly outfit yourself from head-to-toe via the Western Rise Year-End Sale? I’m talking, of course, about the chance to get the wear-with-anything Western Rise Versa Hat (a packable hat made with quick-drying fabric), as well as Western Rise Merino Athletic Socks. When you want the ideal mix of style, durability, performance and versatility, it’s Western Rise you want. And to drive it home once again, it’s the Western Rise Year-End Sale you want to shop now (Remember: 20 percent off with the code YEAREND now through December 31st!). Let’s close out the year the right way: Saving on standout style gear for the rest of the season.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots – The Best Classic Boots for Men

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If you’ve found yourself shopping for or wearing a pair of the best men’s boots at any point in the past decade or so, there’s more than a good chance you’ve looked into (or currently own!) the utterly classic, rugged-as-can-be Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots. There’s a ton to love about these rugged, durable leather boots, which themselves are a contender for the best classic boots for men. And seeing as it’s Christmas Day, well, what better time to shop these boots and treat yourself than right now? You very well might be dealing with inclement winter weather as we speak, and while the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots aren’t typically thought of as traditional snow boots like the L.L. Bean boots to which you might be used to wearing, they’re a mighty fine pair of rugged and utterly dependable, stylish leather boots to wear as often as you can (holiday and dressy winter style situations included).

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Perhaps you’re already well-aware of the prowess of Wolverine’s boots, including the Michigan-based brand’s more tailored efforts at making some of the best Chelsea boots for men, for instance. Of course, the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots are much more rugged but no less wearable in a wide range of style scenarios, be it at the office (with tan chinos, a chambray shirt and a shawl cardigan) or at your favorite brewery (with some of the best men’s blue jeans and your favorite henley, naturally. Yes indeed, the Wolverine 1000 Mile Original Boots can do it all.

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It’s not hard to see, in my estimation, why the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots are so essential and much-loved, and a truly timeless style classic, at that. Let’s start with the materials and the craftsmanship, naturally. Rich Horween leather is used to make up the bulk of these boots, which blend the best of handmade skill with rugged durability for a pair of boots unlike anything you’ve ever worn. Sure, that means the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots might be a bit stiff out of the box, but for my money’s worth, this Wolverine review of sorts is nothing but positive. In a word, the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots will only get better (and even cooler-looking) the more you wear them. The Vibram heel drives home that long-lasting dependability, and the fact that the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots are modeled after a 1914 pair from the legendary bootmaker is too historic and neat to pass up.

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You can get the downright iconic Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots in four beautiful shades of handsome Horween leather, the kind that stands out stylishly underneath rich indigo blue jeans or chinos in equal measure. And while they’re fit for work or play, they’re a reliable pair of boots to wear any day of the week, and with anything from trusty work pants and a waxed trucker jacket to olive chinos. Buy ’em now, get a ton of wear out of them this winter, and be sure to rock the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots right on into spring. They’re your new favorite pair of boots.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Christmas Eve, A Taylor Stitch Sale & The Best Holiday Menswear Deals

Folks, before we get started: Wishing you a very Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas (Eve)! I’m spending the holiday safely in Florida with family and wishing you a great weekend with some rest, relaxation, some of the best craft beer, terrific holiday traditions, and of course, some of the best menswear around. Let’s start, briefly with the goings-on at Taylor Stitch, one of my favorite brands and a highly reliable source for the best gear in multiple categories. That includes a new line of Taylor Stitch ballcaps as seen above, part of a jam-packed Taylor Stitch New Arrivals rotation. But here’s the real scoop at Taylor Stitch right now: Through January 2nd, take up to 30 percent off sitewide, with deep discounts on the Taylor Stitch Workshop and Taylor Stitch Last Call sections. Plus, you’ll get $20 back in Common Club credit on orders over $100. How’s that for one heck of a deal this weekend, right?? I’m all about it.

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Of course, in addition to shopping the Taylor Stitch Year-End Sale, I’ll also be kicking back and taking time to enjoy the weekend with family here in sunny Florida (be sure to follow me on Instagram to get the full rundown!). What’s on your agenda? I hope you’ve got some time to unplug, but I’m also going to point you in the direction of some of the best holiday menswear sales below. As I said, here’s to some fun in the sun (or snow!), with plenty of chances to get together (safely!) with family and friends. Merry Christmas and thanks for supporting The Style Guide!

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  • In search of a super last-minute gift for the gourmand in your life? Consider a digital gift card to TRUFF, makers of some of the best hot sauce and other gourmet pantry staples on the market. They deliver to the recipient’s inbox in just seconds and allow full access to some of the best gourmet food staples around. It’s a done deal!
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  • Let’s talk about another one of the best holiday menswear sales to shop this weekend. Starting December 26th (mark your calendars!), get up to 50 percent off at the Billy Reid Winter Clearance Event, allowing you to shop plenty of stylish on-sale items via Billy Reid, one of the best menswear designers in the country. It doesn’t get better than that, folks.
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  • Here’s one more shopping pick for you, especially as we layer up in cozy fashion this holiday season. Over at AskMen, I wrote about the best retro fleece jackets for bundling up, staying warm and looking great all the while. Happy shopping, my friends.

That’ll wrap up today’s Christmas Eve edition of The Friday Read: I hope you’ve found enough of the best holiday menswear deals to add to your shopping cart and your wardrobe while saving a few bucks. But let’s also keep in mind the spirit of the season: Community, family and friendship, to name but a few. Again, Merry Christmas, thanks for reading and thanks for supporting The Style Guide! Keep it tuned here tomorrow for a special Christmas Day edition of our Style Pick of the Week series. Cheers!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt is the Warmest Jacket to Buy for Winter

The search for one of the best winter jackets to wear as you fight the cold just got a little quicker and easier, if you ask me. That’s because the Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt has just hit shelves at the revered heritage outfitter, and it’s here just in the nick of time to change up all of your rugged winter layering. It’s one of the best winter jackets for men for a myriad number of reasons, a veritable laundry list of positive attributes that only a brand like Filson — with a century’s worth of high-quality gear production — can bring to the table. It takes both your favorite puffer jacket and your favorite flannel shirt and blends them together in a way that’s performance-minded, up for anything and as reliable as it gets for winter weather.

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The Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt is rooted in the past in terms of extreme warmth in extreme conditions, and yet ready for the present day with a relatively streamlined fit and next-level insulation. In fact, to hear Filson tell it themselves, they say that the Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt is “virtually weightless and boasting the warmth of a parka.” How’s that for one of the best men’s winter jackets, right?

And it’s not hyperbole when it comes to the Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt, either. The water-resistant 2oz. nylon (yes, only 2 ounces) is super-lightweight, yet treated to resist water, so rain, sleet and snow don’t stand a chance. Responsibly sourced and traced goose down gives the Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt a ton of warm (yet still lightweight!) insulation, and this rugged shirt jacket should offer up a classic fit that’s easy to layer over one of Filson’s flannel shirts or another extremely warm piece, one of the best henleys for men from Filson. It’s like getting multiple jackets in one, since you can wear it over a flannel shirt and a thermal, or you can ditch the flannel and replace it with a crewneck sweater for even more winter warmth.

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The Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt also looks surprisingly cool and stylish, thanks to the contrasting snap-front closure hardware and richly crafted colors like Dark Tan. Think of it like a more casual replacement for your puffer jacket, then feel free to wear it with slim dark blue jeans and rugged leather boots for casual style scenarios. Of course, the Filson Lightweight Down Jac-Shirt can also handle plenty of rough-and-tumble work when the going gets tough. For $250 at Filson, it’s a downright steal and one of the best men’s winter jackets to shop now. Here’s to the season ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Rugged Schott Cardigan Is The Must-Buy Winter Sweater You Need Now

Sometimes, the best way to stay warm in winter is a blend of the old-school and the new-school. For instance, take a good look at one of the best men’s sweaters as shown above: The Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater is an ideal example of the benefits of both modern style and old-school appeal. It comes from Schott, after all, makers of some of the very best leather jackets for men, season after season and year after year. And they haven’t cut any corners when it comes to the Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater, a durable and dependable sweater made to the brand’s exacting specifications.

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The shawl collar silhouette is also one that looks perfectly on-trend these days, yet harkens back to throwback style a la Steve McQueen, and even well beyond that, all the way back to the days when the best men’s cardigans were used in the most extreme conditions on the planet. So in your own world and for your own winter style pursuits, the Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater can more than pass muster. Of course, that’s great news, considering it’s stocked and sold by the fine folks at Huckberry.

The Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater, as you might expect, switches things up from your traditional cardigan in a way that only the revered menswear makers at Schott can pull off. For starters (and as you might have guessed), this cardigan incorporates cotton and yak wool alongside polyester for a mix of stretchy, cozy comfort. The shawl design of the Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater also provides extra coverage around your neck. This cardigan just might prove thick enough to replace a more lightweight winter coat if you layer it over one of the best men’s flannel shirts, for instance. Plus, the thick rib knit and oversized buttons ensure this is a cardigan that can withstand both layering and winter weather.

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The bulky design should give you room to layer without being overly baggy, though. If you’ve been on the hunt for a cardigan like the one worn by Daniel Craig in the thriller movie “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” for instance, this is a close substitute to the rugged shawl cardigan he wears. And that’s style worth emulating, is it not? Now, the Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater is both fast-selling and also priced more expensively than other options when it comes to the best men’s sweaters, and that’s OK, because it’s worth it (the sweater retails for $180 at Huckberry). Reliable performance and rugged style is the name of the game with the Schott Yak Blend Cardigan Sweater, and if that sounds like a sweater you need in your life, then I’d say you need to stock up accordingly.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Score Last-Minute Holiday Deals at The Taylor Stitch Last Call Section

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It’s hard not to love the consistently excellent menswear being made with care by the good folks at Taylor Stitch, right? The San Francisco brand is easily one of the best online shops for men (with physical locations out West), and they’ve nailed down an excellent model in terms of consistent design, production and delivery via the much-loved Taylor Stitch Workshop. The Workshop allows you to pre-fund some of the best menswear at outstanding prices before it ships. But here’s the catch: The well-stocked, yet fast-moving Taylor Stitch Last Call section gives you just as many opportunities to score discounts on the best men’s style essentials, all at prices marked down to 40 percent off and lower. Here’s the catch: These styles, from the brand’s classic chambray shirts to the Taylor Stitch Long Haul Jacket, tend to sell out nearly right away, or at least within a matter of days.

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Talk about a true Tuesday Steal, right? If you’ve never shopped the rugged-yet-versatile gear that comes from Taylor Stitch (check out my last Taylor Stitch review here), then now is as good a time as any. In the spirit of giving you more time to pore through those fast-moving menswear picks, I’m going to send you on your way today now. Happy shopping and happy saving before the holidays!

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Filson’s Watch Cap Beanie Is the Best Winter Hat to Shop Now

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When the weather turns especially treacherous this winter season, there’s one brand that’s going to come through in the clutch above all others, and that’s Filson. The Pacific Northwest heritage outfitter has long excelled at outfitting plenty of outdoorsman for rugged pursuits aplenty, and that includes stylish guys like yourself, even if you’re more inclined to dress for the city than the country. Enter the Filson Watch Cap Beanie, one of the best winter hats for men and an unstoppably warm yet surprisingly stylish and utterly classic men’s winter hat meant for just about anything. It’s got plenty of quality design and a reputation that precedes itself, plus it’s priced under $50 — for an investment-level winter hat you’ll have for years, that’s not a bad thing at all. It also doesn’t hurt that the this essential, no-nonsense winter hat falls right in line with the rest of the brand’s famously well-made style picks, like the best winter coat to the best thermal henley for men. It also helps that the Filson Watch Cap Beanie is a prime way to top off a winter ensemble that’s already heavy on Filson gear to fight off the cold.

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The Filson Watch Cap Beanie checks off all the right boxes at every turn, from the use of USA-sourced wool to the thick knit and the agreeable price (again, the Filson Watch Cap Beanie is priced at under $50, a downright steal if you pick up the versatile Olive option that you can wear most every single day).

The Filson Watch Cap Beanie is a bestseller for the brand for a reason, chiefly because it protects so astutely against the cold, from blizzards to blustery days and beyond. You can extend or reduce the coverage on your noggin thanks to the adjustable cuff, akin to the old-school fisherman beanie caps that served seafaring explorers so well. You can also snag the Filson Watch Cap Beanie in a more vibrant Flame color if you’d like to wear it for pursuits in the field, like hunting or fishing. But back in town, the Filson Watch Cap Beanie also looks pretty neat when you wear it to top off a waxed trucker jacket and your favorite pair of blue jeans. When you find a winter accessory that’s both rugged and casual, I recommend you lean into picking it up as soon as possible (remember, the Filson Watch Cap Beanie retails for under $50!). That sure sounds like one of the best men’s winter hats, does it not?

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It’s the type of hat made to last through both everyday wear and adventures in the field, as you’ve come to expect from Filson. And the fact that it’s both affordable and yet high-quality should provide a serious upgrade from other winter hats in your rotation. In fact, if I had to guess, I’d say the Filson Watch Cap Beanie is going to be the last winter hat you buy for a long time. If you end up trying it out, let me know in the comments below. Cheers and stay warm out there!

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Buy the Best Last-Minute Christmas Gifts for Men Under $100 at Filson

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The clock is surely ticking if you want to stock up on the best Christmas gifts for guys, particularly the best Christmas gifts for the man who appreciates rugged style in spades. This, my friends, is where the Filson Holiday Gift Guide should prove especially handy, and consider this a helpful reminder if you still need to round out your shopping for the man who appreciates heritage style (and at prices your wallet can appreciate, too). There’s a wide range of men’s gifts under $100 at Filson, from watch caps to rugged thermal henleys, to name but two categories. Now, you should certainly act quickly if you hope to get your gift or gifts under the tree in time for the big day next weekend, but Filson’s got you covered with variety and again, critical and rugged style in spades. Knit gloves, warm socks and even a cool trucker hat and a durable, seasonally friendly log carrier are all up for grabs via the Filson Holiday Gift Guide, believe it or not. In the interest of giving you time to shop and save, I’ll leave you with this directive: Go give Filson a good look right now to get gifts every rugged guy will appreciate this season. Happy shopping, my friends!

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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: These Rugged Yuketen Boots are Exclusive to Huckberry – The Best Winter Boots to Buy Now

Your search for some of the best winter boots for men is over. Or rather, I think I’ve got one pair of boots in particular that check all the right boxes if you want rugged dependability, top-notch style, classic craftsmanship and much, much more. That’s certainly high praise, but the Huckberry-exclusive Yuketen boots featured today are going to get the job done in every way imaginable. They’re some of the best work boots you can lace up at the moment, with a price tag to match ($638 at Huckberry), but you certainly shouldn’t let that scare you away. In fact, take that higher price tag as a surefire sign of iconic construction and quality, and then make sure you wear the Yuketen Guide Boots as often as possible to really get some bang for your buck.

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The specs on the Yuketen Maine Guide Boots are plenty remarkable when lined up next to other boots on the market, starting with the fact that they’re handmade in the U.S.A. using some seriously time-tested methods. They’re modeled after boots first worn by wilderness guides in, well, Maine, using moccasin-style construction and the durability of a work boot. I’d wager you’ve never seen anything quite like the hard-wearing Yuketen Guide Boots, made with (as Huckberry says), “Horween full-grain, flesh‐out leather and Chromexcel leather,” which they also wisely point out is a “buttery and malleable leather made with a double‐tanning process.” Long story short, the Yuketen Guide Boots are durably made and built to last using the finest materials on the market.

The Yuketen Maine Guide Boots easily take the cake as some of the best winter boots for men in terms of looks and reliable performance, seeing as they’re built atop a Vibram Christy outsole for traction and work boot performance. That means, in part, that there are a whopping eight layers — yes, eight layers — of rubber and leather cushioning your foot, which is quite the design process. It only gets better from there, if you can believe it. The vegetable-tanned leather insoles of the Yuketen Maine Guide Boots will form to your foot over time, and these boots also use steel shank reinforcements for added durability through the heel.

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Yes indeed, the Yuketen Maine Guide Boots don’t cut any corners, and that’s truly underselling ’em. The handsewn process lends them an air of next-level craftsmanship that certainly makes these Yuketen Maine Guide Boots worthy of the Huckberry stamp of approval. And as for style points, these moc toe boots have that in spades, with a rugged profile you can pair with your favorite pair of blue jeans and a thermal henley, plus a Huckberry waxed trucker jacket. Then again, because you’re investing so much into the Yuketen Maine Guide Boots, I’d say you can wear them however you want this winter.