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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Flint and Tinder’s Block Print Camp Collar Shirt Is My New Summer Go-To

My friends, we’re back on a lovely summer Friday here in Brooklyn, hot on the heels of an absolutely stunning trip last week to Scotland and Northern Ireland (with Loch Lomond Malts and Two Stacks Irish Whiskey!) as part of my many freelance writing pursuits. For more of my spirits writing, you should also check out my byline at Maxim.com.

And you can — and should! — keep up with all the fun on my Instagram, but for now, let’s switch things up ever so slightly to start your weekend off the right way.

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Consider this an occasional departure from the norm: Most every Friday, I spotlight what I’ve been reading and writing, where I’ve been traveling and from time to time, what to shop and sip. So, the Friday Find series will do more of the same, but in a digestible form (and the Friday Read will still appear here regularly, my friends!).

But for now, let’s dive into one stellar product I’ve been loving — and wearing — lately. And of course, you can still expect two weekend style dispatches heading your way Saturday and Sunday. Now, to business with one of my new favorite summer shirts.

There’s no time like the present to embrace the second half of summer with some serious pattern and color. And while Flint and Tinder’s lineup of menswear from our good friends at Huckberry normally leans a touch more rugged — from USA-made T-shirts to stretch denim — the Flint and Tinder Block Print Camp Collar Shirt is a breezy change of pace I can’t help but appreciate.

Available right now for under $75 via the stellar Huckberry Summer Sale (more on that to follow over the weekend), the handsome Flint and Tinder Block Print Camp Collar Shirt lives up to its name with a custom, hand-blocked print blending subtle navy and a vibrant tan-orange pattern.

It’s fun, it’s fresh, it’s a departure from more typical Hawaiian-printed shirts, and the Flint and Tinder Block Print Camp Collar Shirt nails a dash of retro style with its classic camp collar design. In short, if you’re looking for one shirt to buy this weekend and rock the rest of summer — from the beach to a boardwalk to a BBQ — then the Flint and Tinder Block Print Camp Collar Shirt is just what Dr. Huckberry ordered, you might say. Cheers to that, my friends — and thanks for tagging along for the ride in our new Friday Find series!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Todd Snyder Linen Trousers Will Replace Your Favorite Jeans This Season

Best linen pants for men.

If you’re anything like me, perhaps you simply can’t find a way to stop wearing your favorite pairs of jeans, even in the summer heat. It makes (some) sense stylistically, after all — the best men’s jeans, especially in lightweight fabrication and a light wash — are a tried-and-true summer style essential, as easy to wear with an Oxford shirt as with a classic pocket tee.

So, it’s helpful that famed American menswear designer Todd Snyder came up with an alternative as far as stylish men’s jeans for summer: Meet the Todd Snyder Straight 5-Pocket Linen Pants, which merge the same silhouette as your favorite blue jeans with the helpful lightweight fabrication of breezy linen.

With the same crisp detailing as five-pocket blue jeans — this time available in a suitably summer-ready shade of light Khaki — the legendary menswear designer bills these pants as “soft but sturdy,” noting that the fabric “retains the best elements of both fibers: lightweight and breathable” (compared to traditional cotton denim, that is).

The Todd Snyder Straight 5-Pocket Linen Pants are both rugged and casual yet smart at the same time — built like jeans, but with the comfort and polish to pair with everything from a camp collar shirt and leather loafers to a lightweight navy cotton blazer and a grey Oxford shirt (try it out sometime alongside the Todd Snyder Straight 5-Pocket Linen Pants and feel free to report back).

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In the meantime, the straight leg cut should wear well with everything from canvas sneakers to Todd Snyder x Sperry boat shoes (also a personal favorite, in my experience!).

When it really comes down to it this season, versatile style is the name of the game, and trading in your dark wash jeans for something with a touch more refinement — and a touch more lightweight comfort — is a wise move as the thermostat continues to climb. Find the Todd Snyder Straight 5-Pocket Linen Pants now in your preferred size — there’s stock available, but you might find your new favorite summer trousers are selling fast, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan Was Made for Breezy Summer Nights

Best lightweight cardigan for men.

No matter where your summer adventures take you, preparation and even thoughtful curation of your wardrobe is going to save you many a headache down the line. Getaways far afield, to the coast and the cabin and perhaps even to the fire pit in your own backyard call for summer style essentials that can rise to the occasion — get caught without the right layer on an unexpectedly cool summer night, and you’ll feel it right away.

Think of this way: For all those times you might have thought to yourself, “It could get cold. Better grab another layer,” well, you tend to remember those times you (or your partner!) could have used an extra sweater, right?

Something like the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan to carry you through sunset into the evening, cold beer in hand, yes? Meet your new favorite lightweight summer sweater, a category that might be overlooked at times, but that proves downright useful when you need it the most.

The good folks at Line of Trade — an utterly classic Americana retailer that spun off from our friends at Bespoke Post — specialize in turning old favorites (like the rugged denim shirt) into modern classics, like the perfectly easygoing beach sweatshirt, made all the more polished in the crisp shawl-collar design of the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan.

The secret to your new favorite lightweight men’s sweater for summer lies in its fabric, of course: A breathable, slightly stretchy cotton pique knit fabric gives this sweater structure, shape and even moisture-wicking properties in case your bonfire starts to run a little too hot.

The Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan, upon closer inspection, is lightweight and textured, bolstered by a shawl collar to protect you from summer breezes that might turn a tad chilly. What the brand calls a generous cut allows you ample room for layering over a long-sleeve tee, over a henley or over a polo or a washed-out denim shirt.

This handsome, rugged yet lightweight cardigan is truly timeless in Vintage Navy, but a Heather Stone option calls to mind the color of a trusty hooded sweatshirt you’d throw on at the beach in days gone by.

And yet, the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan is all grown up, as ready for wearing with faded jean back on dry land as it is alongside lounge shorts on the sandy coast. The next leg of summer is here, and you’ve found the perfect sweatshirt for the season ahead with the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Huckberry’s Annual Summer Sale Gives You Deep Discounts on the Best Men’s Gear

Huckberry Annual Summer Sale 2025.

Has there ever been a more prime time to lean into the season at hand when it comes to the best men’s summer style essentials? You might say this is arguably the peak of the season — sure, heatwaves roll through the country, but opportunities abound for outdoor exploration, coastal getaways, rooftop soirees, secluded day hikes and brewery beers aplenty.

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The best men’s gear can help in each and every one of those pursuits, with a hearty dash of style and utility close at hand — and you assuredly know where to go to find selections suited for every adventure far afield.

The answer, as you well know if you read this Brooklyn style blog, is Huckberry, purveyors of a wide selection of gear and menswear that’s both rugged and refined, ideal for a life well-lived and made to last.

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Of course, it wouldn’t be the summer season without Huckberry’s Annual Summer Sale, running now through July 29th. The brand just dropped some stellar discounts on a wide array of men’s style and everyday carry essentials, and the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale serves up deals as high as 35 percent off.

There’s plenty to love every time Huckberry breaks out the proverbial red marker for covetable markdowns, and naturally, the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale is no different — and the even better news is, you can score savings on gear that can actually go to work for you right here, right now.

For starters, Proof’s lineup of the best merino T-shirts are an undisputed must-have on my back and in my duffle bag as I crisscross the globe in my many freelance writing pursuits. I also love Huckberry’s wildly affordable sunglasses, which are marked down even further in the must-shop Huckberry Annual Summer Sale.

These cabin and camp-approved leather moc shoes from LUCA also are expertly crafted and easy to wear all weekend long. With a cushioned, comfortable gum sole and contrasting rawhide laces, I’d urge you to slip into them with cotton-linen lounge shorts and a comfortable pocket tee for cabin mornings on the front porch.

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The delights and discounts of the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale extend far beyond footwear: A rugged Carhartt backpack, a handsome whiskey decanter and an array of stylish sneakers for men are also up for grabs via the essential Huckberry Annual Summer Sale. The good news is, you’ll be hearing more about this sale on the blog later this week, and you’ve got until July 29th to stock up on the best gear for men ASAP.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket Might Just be the Perfect Denim Jacket

Triple Aught Design review.

It’s quite the lofty claim to label something as the very best of the best, isn’t it? Especially as far as the crowded competition out there when it comes to the best denim jackets for men, right? If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll know that I appreciate the hard-wearing, versatile nature of a stylish denim jacket — to say the very least.

And after a week-plus of testing my new favorite denim jacket — the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket — far afield in Scotland and Northern Ireland, I very well might be able to say that this rugged, durable, handsome number takes the cake as far as top-notch denim jackets for men.

It’s far from the first time I’ve sang the praises of Triple Aught Design in Triple Aught reviews on this blog, and the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket carries on the brand’s laser-sharp focus on adventure-ready gear with tactical features for the global traveler and explorer.

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The brand’s intense commitment to quality and modern innovation springs from its San Francisco HQ, with the California coastline and Western desert serving as the perfect proving ground for tough-as-nails selections like the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket.

For starters, 95 percent of what the brand makes and delivers is crafted in the U.S. of A, this modern marvel of a hard-working denim jacket very much included (the company’s craft leans on gear that’s “purpose built for the capable individual,” a focus I certainly admire).

And the rugged Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket lives up to that promise — and clears that high bar entirely. For starters, the tough performance denim used in this jacket comes from America’s last vertically integrated denim mill (Mill No. 3 from Mount Vernon Mills in Maudlin, South Carolina). The fabric is of remarkable quality and texture — thick and durable yet supple and light enough to wear in temperatures as high as the upper 60s across Scotland and Northern Ireland (again, follow me on Instagram for more!).

Billed by the modern brand as featuring “strategic reinforcements and secure storage,” the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket uses sanforized raw stretch denim that molded to my body almost immediately upon wearing the jacket, while its contrast stitching was a welcome feature (along with sturdy reinforced patch elbows).

With upper zipper chest pockets and side hip zip pockets, plentiful storage and carry solutions for my everyday must-haves were close at hand, quite literally — one of many features to appreciate as far as the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket is concerned.

YKK metal zippers and branded metal shanks reinforced the jacket in sturdy fashion, while the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket also featured internal divider pockets for even more carrying capability in its zippered hip hand pockets.

The stand-up collar closes with a metal throat button for when conditions turn brisk and breezy, and the jacket is reinforced with a polyester inner lining on either side for comfort and moisture-wicking potential. From the first wear, it truly seems that Triple Aught Design considered every detail in minute, expert fashion — again, in the very best way possible.

What’s more, I found the stylish versatility of the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket particularly helpful — I wore the jacket atop a merino T-shirt and navy stretch pants for travel days, then paired it with black denim and Blundstone boots for exploring Scotland’s windswept countryside (as part of my many freelance writing pursuits).

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The handsome Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket stood up to wind and even light rain admirably, with standout construction, a high-quality handfeel and remarkable durability — this is just the first of many wearing occasions where I’m certain the Triple Aught Design Interval PD Jacket will prove more than handy.

If ever you wanted a new denim jacket to replace your current rotation, consider this a top-of-the-line option, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Lightweight Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer is Summer Wedding-Approved

If the season at hand has you stumped in terms of style — at least, as far as it comes to what to wear to a summer wedding — fear not, for the answer lies in selecting and styling the right blazer (at least, part of the answer). In fact, you might find a solution via the ever-helpful Huckberry Sale section, an always-useful solution for the best summer style essentials — including affordable tailoring that happens to look great in the summer heat.

How to dress stylishly when it’s hot out, especially for guys, is an age-old question it seems — but in my experience, the Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer, which is marked down for a limited time via the (you guessed it) Huckberry Sale section, is a reliable, new favorite.

While there’s much to consider when dressing for a summer wedding — or really, any occasion that calls for a tailored dress code in the heat, from the office to business travel, happy hours and beyond — one of the best blazers for men can start you out on the right foot indeed.

The elegant Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer puts a fresh spin on a classic — with its ridged, rippled fabric (in this case, a blend of 98 percent cotton and 2 percent spandex) — seersucker is an ideal way to maintain a crisp, tailored look in a lightweight build.

It doesn’t hurt that the Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer in either Navy or Khaki variations is now about 30 percent off, but let’s get back to the basics, shall we? The Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer boasts all the right details one should seek out in one of the best men’s blazers.

Casual patch pockets give it the ability to be dressed up with matching trousers (also available via Huckberry!) or dressed down with light wash denim.

The single vent back opening also makes this leisurely yet elegant Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer a wise choice as far as summer sportcoats are concerned. And of course, it stands apart from suit jackets that some might choose to wear as a blazer, especially in versatile Navy. And with sizing options running from Small to XXL, Huckberry makes it easier than ever to find your perfect fit (pay close attention to the sizing guide for the crisply cut Flint and Tinder Seersucker Blazer, my friends).

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Pair this jacket with contrasting stretch chinos or even linen trousers — or, again, its own matching suit trousers — and meet the moment in expert fashion the next time the occasion calls for it in the high heat of summer.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tees – A Modern Spin on an All-Time Classic

Buck Mason T-shirt review.

Here at this Brooklyn style blog, we place a priority on the classics — classics that hold steadfast and true, with longevity, durability and rugged good looks in mind. The timeless white T-shirt is a perfect example of a staple that’s often imitated, never duplicated — at least, in the hands of Buck Mason, the best T-shirts for men face some stiff competition.

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So it goes with the latest USA-made men’s T-shirt from Buck Mason, the California purveyors of many a timeless style staple made modern. The Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee harkens back to the good old days, when T-shirts were first worn to great (functional) effect by the U.S. military and later, by icons of fashion like Steve McQueen, Marlon Brando and James Dean (you know the drill, right?).

Now available in a durable two-pack in crisp colors made to pair with anything (white and black, to be specific), the Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee gets every detail right, starting with the use of USA-grown cotton.

And in the year 2025, your new favorite T-shirt follows many of those same style Q’s, looking great in the process. More dressed down than Buck Mason’s breezy linen polo, this casually rugged tee fits right in alongside traditional favorites like a pair of Buck Mason blue jeans, plus leisurely staples like stretch chino shorts and even drawstring lounge shorts.

The point is, one of the best T-shirts for men (yes, like the handsome Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee) isn’t something you have to think too hard about wearing — merely throw it on, marvel at its perfect fit and standout construction, and go about your day.

Buck Mason knit the new Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee — again, available in a handy two-pack option for maximum utility — at Buck Mason Knitting Mills in Mohnton, Pennsylvania, while the tees were then knit and finished in the brand’s hometown of Los Angeles (a stellar spot for plenty of the best USA-made menswear at the moment).

By eliminating side seams on this tubular T-shirt, the brand came up with an expertly fitted tee that drapes cleanly and looks simply great no matter what. Midweight Supima cotton and high-quality construction make the difference — a T-shirt is no longer just a T-shirt when it comes to the hard-working, utterly classic Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee. The best is yours for the taking, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Upgrade Your Summer Layering Game with this Flint and Tinder Chore Coat

Best chore coats for men.

If the name of the game is summer layering — as hot days turn to cool, breezy summer nights — then the right arsenal of tools, the right arsenal of menswear essentials — is more crucial than ever.

So while days on your agenda might call for laidback afternoons by the lake, nothing more than a T-shirt and a set of the best swim trunks for men close at hand, well, the nights call for something more ready for a drop in temperature. Layering, my friends, has entered the Huckberry-focused group chat, so to speak.

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For those pursuits, for adding more wood to the fire and grabbing another round of cold beers, meet the ever-versatile Flint and Tinder Linen Chore Coat, my friends.

The ever-ambitious, versatile and impossibly well-designed line of Flint and Tinder menswear toes the line expertly between modern style and heritage appeal — styles that looked great decades ago tend to look just as fashionable and effortless these days, at least in my experience.

So it goes with the rugged yet breezy Flint and Tinder Linen Chore Coat, which uses a blend of garment-dyed cotton and linen for a tight weave, durability and yet, an ever-useful touch of light layering over everything from a pocket T-shirt to a short-sleeve henley.

The classic nature of the chore coat is made all the better by its point collar — useful for layering on brisk days — as well as crisp color options like Navy and Olive. In my experience, either edition of the rugged yet handsome Flint and Tinder Linen Chore Coat should pair well with light wash denim, with rust-hued chinos or with cream-colored linen trousers.

A chest pocket delivers crucial EDC storage space, but it’s the dual-entry hip pockets that make the reliable Flint and Tinder Linen Chore Coat a surefire staple for surprisingly brisk summer nights — on into fall, of course. Don’t forget the dependable appeal of the chore coat, particularly not the well-made design of the Flint and Tinder Linen Chore Coat when cool summer nights around the bonfire find your way onto the agenda.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Rugged Filson Jac Shirt is the Perfect Layer for Cool Summer Nights

Even as we work our way through another summer heat wave, it pays to be prepared for every possible scenario as far as your men’s style essentials are concerned. That’s especially true if you plan to trek into the great outdoors, whether it be a cabin getaway, a day hike or a coastal getaway — throw a bonfire in the mix, and it gets even better when things finally do cool off, am I right?

And while it might seem difficult to think about in the heat of the moment (literally!), well, one of the best shirt jackets for men will assuredly come in handy as the temperature drops — and the Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt meets the moment in rugged fashion in every way possible.

The legendary Pacific Northwest outdoor retailer delivers gear fit for situations far afield and closer to home, and with the pleasingly durable and well-designed Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt, it’s as if a taste of the Pacific Northwest and its brisk summer evenings landed right on your doorstep.

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The just-released Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt is built with cotton-like Bedford cord, a densely woven, twill-like fabric that takes its cues from British military fatigues. And unlike Filson’s heavyweight, supremely warm shirt jackets made out of wool, the Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt lightens things up considerably while still delivering some needed warmth on cool summer nights.

The handsome, classically designed Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt wears as well over a classic pocket tee as it does a thermal henley on particularly breezy nights, while its straight hem design offers more coverage and a classic shirt jacket fit.

Details like oversized front button flap pockets offer crucial space for everyday carry essentials — of which Filson also excels at producing, mind you. The straight collar can be turned up against the cold, while chip-resistant buttons are an ideal feature for a hard-wearing shirt that manages to deliver for work or play (especially when styled with Filson blue jeans or canvas pants).

The Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt comes in two classic colorways: A deep Labrador Brown or else a timeless Surplus Green, both easy to style alongside hard-working blue denim or light wash jeans — at the bonfire or the brewery in equal measure. With construction that’s made to last and timeless style details only Filson can deliver, the expertly crafted, all-new Filson Clarkston Jac-Shirt is the lightweight yet hard-working outer layer the rest of your summer needs ASAP.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save Big on Basics By Taking 20 Percent Off Any Three Aether Apparel Performance Tees

Best performance T-shirt for men.

It’s never a bad thing to have a well-curated, consistently available stock of the best basics for men close at hand: Great, high-performing, even stylish socks, boxer briefs and a selection of stylish men’s T-shirts come to mind.

The right T-shirt is particularly important, especially one that’s an investment in terms of price — see the above option from Aether Apparel, my friends. A properly designed tee can serve as a base layer on a light day hike, as an easygoing piece of loungewear and as a comfortable base on a cool summer night beneath a zip hoodie, a bomber jacket or a denim jacket.

Finding one of the best T-shirts for men, one that can meet all three of those pursuits and then continue to perform while looking great is what I might call the sweet spot, and that’s where Aether Apparel’s line of summer T-shirts comes into play.

I’m especially impressed by the 100 percent pima cotton build of the Emery Pima Crew Tee (which is more suited for everyday wear than hitting the gym), but the brand also makes soft, eye-catching pima cotton pocket tees in both long-sleeve and short-sleeve varieties, among other options from the L.A.-based performance meets style brand.

The great news? You can buy any three Aether Apparel T-shirts and save 20 percent on your order, including Aether Apparel women’s tees for that special someone in your life. Aether Apparel tees are the perfect blend of classic fit, soft fabric and rich, versatile colors you can easily mix and match — particularly with Aether Apparel selections in shades like olive, grey and navy.

In my experience, Aether Apparel T-shirts like Emery Pima Crew Tee wear as nicely with drawstring lounge shorts as they do with classic light wash denim and chukka boots — and that’s a valuable style essential to have in your arsenal of casual style tools.

Remember: The next time you want to refresh your basics drawer with the right mix of utility and great looks in mind, keep in mind that right now, you can buy any three Aether Apparel T-shirts and save 20 percent on your order. Happy shopping and we’ll see you out there, folks.