October 4, 2023October 2, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket is Built for Anything This Fall

If you peruse the pages of this blog with any regularity, you know that there are certain brands I’m all about — certain brands with proven pedigree, performance, heritage and style. I’d wager you’ve got your own list of personal favorite brands, so here’s hoping the fine folks at Filson have a worthy spot within your own ranking.

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It’s hard to single out just one item among Filson’s lineup of rugged menswear fit for fall and winter, but let’s start with the Filson Tin Cloth Jacket. It’s the stuff of legend, with a waxed exterior and an iconic trucker jacket design that can go the distance.

Beyond that, the weather-resistant Tin Cloth fabric is as tough as it gets — that toughness makes it the ideal material to turn into a new Filson men’s jacket, like the Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket. It’s but the latest and greatest jacket from the Pacific Northwest brand, and surprisingly enough, it’s a new entry to the entire lineup.

How so, you ask? Well, Filson took the design from its archives, where they found a wool jacket cut in a similar style. To get from point A to point B, they drummed up that legendary Tin Cloth material to end up with the hard-wearing Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket. The rest, you might say, is history — or at least, it will be as this jacket establishes itself among Filson’s menswear essentials for rugged style.

Oversized, reinforced snap pockets provide critical space for your EDC and for any small tools you need for your fall to-do list, while the wool collar delivers standout warmth on chilly days. The Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket hits at the hip, so it should prove slightly longer than the original Tin Cloth Jacket.

Plus, its sleeves are lined in polyester (that lining means the sleeves of your flannel shirt or henley won’t snag as you put the jacket on). It’s a no-fuss, no-frills, tough-as-nails jacket in a timeless Dark Tan color — suffice to say, the Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket should prove worth the nearly $350 price tag. Can’t get enough Filson? You’re in luck with this jacket, because it’s a new heirloom classic.

October 3, 2023October 2, 2023 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get Up to 65 Percent off the Best Men’s Boots for Fall At FRYE

A crisp, bright fall day dawns, you reach for your new favorite trucker jacket and a classic pair of blue jeans, and then you realize: Your boot rotation could use a bit of an upgrade. Or rather, your selection of the best men’s boots could stand to deliver some nice bang for your buck, to go along with style points and seasonal, rugged appeal.

Allow Northeast bootmakers FRYE to sort out the last part of that equation in fine form — all the while allowing you to save a buck or two in the process. Famed Massachusetts-based FRYE, makers of some of the best men’s chukka boots (and leather sneakers, and rugged lace-up boots, and much more!) have a knack for blending heritage quality and rich leather with long-lasting dependability.

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When you shop FRYE, you’re getting a pair of boots that are on-trend, made to last and always tasteful. And they’ve doubled down on that aim at the best time possible: The FRYE End of Season Sale is giving you the chance to score a new pair of boots for as much as 65 percent off.

Yessir, you read that correctly: Use the code LASTCALL to get an extra 20 percent off men’s sale boots, for a grand total of up to 65 percent off your new favorite boots. Let’s take a closer look at the stellar, stylish men’s boots you should have on your radar today, shall we?

You’ll find a nice array of classic-yet-modern styles within the FRYE End of Season Sale, but in my experience, it’s wise to opt for a versatile pair you can dress up or dress down, especially when you’re dropping close to $300 full price at FRYE. And which pair of stylish men’s boots checks the right boxes today at the FRYE End of Season Sale?

That’d be the FRYE Tyler Chelsea Boots, which are crisp enough to dress up with slim chinos or corduroy trousers, and casually cool enough to wear with your favorite pair of blue jeans and the aforementioned essential waxed trucker jacket for fall.

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Plenty of FRYE hallmarks are on display with these Chelsea boots, from the soft leather upper to the supple leather-lined footbed and a rubber-injected outsole forepart, geared to provide comfort and rebound. In my experience, that design detail makes these FRYE men’s boots comfortable out of the box, while the leather is smooth and soft, rather than overly stiff.

Helpfully, the FRYE Tyler Chelsea Boots are also available in a pleasing array of leather colors, including a burnished Khaki (on sale for $207.98 now via the FRYE End of Season Sale) and various shades of broken-in black, brown and tan.

Could they be your new go-to fall boots? Between the clean silhouette, the reliable 6-inch shaft height and grippy outsole, and the rich leather, I’d say you’re way ahead of the game as you plan out your next fall #OOTD.

October 2, 2023October 1, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Layer Up for Fall with This Limited-Edition Flint & Tinder Trucker Jacket

Flint and Tinder waxed trucker jacket review.

It seems at times that the race to ramp up your closet of the best fall style essentials is precisely that: Well, a race to add what’s new and what’s next. There’s certainly no shortage of the best fall gear over at Huckberry, and it only gets better when you glimpse what the famed, rugged-meets-refined retailer has dreamed up this time.

Oh, and speaking of a race: You’ll have to act quickly, seeing as there are only 300 of Huckberry’s latest creation available. We’re talking, of course, about the latest edition of the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket, now available for a few very brief moments in a special fabrication and design.

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This rugged waxed trucker jacket is already a certified style icon, and one of the best-selling items in the history of Huckberry, not to mention Flint and Tinder. As tough as it might be to improve upon one of the best waxed trucker jackets for men, that’s precisely what the good folks at your favorite retailer (again, Huckberry) have dreamed up.

Flint and Tinder ripstop waxed trucker jacket.

The newest take on the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket features the same bells and whistles as the modern and iconic original, including durable USA-made construction, plus custom F&T buttons and hardware. But where this revamp of the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket swerves from the norm is the fabrication itself: It’s built with rugged yet lightweight ripstop waxed cotton for a supple, dependable, weather-ready finish as you transition through shoulder season.

The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket is also lined in a richly crafted Southwestern jacquard lining that you won’t find in any other iteration of Huckberry’s best-selling trucker jacket. It’s a one-of-a-kind gem that’s already selling fast, and it’s not hard to see why.

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It’ll get better with age, developing a rich patina, and that Southwestern fabric is a distinctive, stylish touch. The next time you need to amp up your fall layering game, make sure you’re reaching for this limited-edition take on the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket.

October 1, 2023September 29, 2023 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save More than 30 Percent on Public Rec’s All Day Every Day Pants

Public Rec Apparel All Day Every Day pants.

The world has grown evermore casual these past few years (and the list of reasons why stretches on), but there are ways you can step out in comfort — and style — without sacrificing either category. Now, as much as your humble Brooklyn style writer loves a pair of the best men’s chinos or a reliable pair of rugged denim, there are situations where a pair of surprisingly stylish sweatpants is your best bet.

Enter today’s Sunday Sale, offered up by Public Rec Apparel — they’re among a host of companies making pieces that aren’t all that much like sweatpants at all.

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Such is the case with the Public Rec All Day Every Day Pants. Sure, they feel and move like sweatpants, thanks to the nylon and spandex fabric blend, but they’ve got the tapered look, clean finish and faux fly of a much more polished pair of pants. They’re made from proprietary fabric with a smooth drape, and the elastic waistband (which can be hidden beneath the hem of a merino T-shirt or a flannel buttondown) is as comfortable as it gets.

Oh, and here’s the real kicker: Your new favorite pair of athleisure pants are now 30 percent off. That means you can get the Public Rec All Day Every Day Pant for $69, down from $108, if you snag the classic Khaki color shown above. Elsewhere, the Public Rec All Day Every Day Pant come in 12 other colors, including some seasonal options, each with plenty of comfort, stretch and durability to go around.

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Wear the Public Rec All Day Every Day Pant for a long day on the road, wear them for a lazy afternoon at home, or go high-low with a shawl cardigan, an Oxford shirt and crisp leather sneakers for a (rare) day at the office. Wherever you choose to go this season, these pants can take you there (and back) with style and mobility top of mind. Oh, and at that price, they’re certainly worth a shot.

September 30, 2023September 29, 2023 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: RRL Slim Fit Selvedge Denim – A Rugged Pair of Men’s Jeans for Fall

It can sometimes feel overwhelming sorting out all the men’s style essentials you feel you might need on hand for fall. Seeing as the current season is arguably the best for menswear — from the layering potential to the return of the best boots for men and other cold-weather favorites — you’ve got a lot of ground to cover.

Let’s check off one box today though in fine fashion: A pair of the best men’s jeans, the sort that can grow with you through the season ahead and beyond. The sort of stylish men’s jeans that perhaps hung in your closet for summer, yet are now ready to take centerstage. Yes indeed, I’m talking about a pair of the best jeans for men as found in the new Huckberry Denim Shop (keep on scrolling, my friends).

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Naturally, the Huckberry Denim Shop isn’t the only place worth shopping broadly today as you look for a new pair of jeans to add to your rotation. Let’s up the ante a bit and go a touch more premium and rugged than perhaps you might be used to wearing.

After all, you want jeans that are built to last, especially in these more casual times — jeans that can add rugged appeal to weekend getaways and fall bonfires, and perhaps even at the office. Allow me to introduce you to the RRL Slim Fit Selvedge Jeans from Huckberry’s denim offering.

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For the uninitiated, RRL is the truly Americana-inspired, vintage-leaning, ultra-rugged offshoot of Ralph Lauren and Polo Ralph Lauren; if it’s durable denim, faded shirting and super-cozy sweaters you seek (among others), RRL has you covered. And that goes for these hard-working, seriously cool jeans, too.

The RRL Slim Fit Selvedge Jeans stand out from the already-excellent Huckberry crop of jeans for more than a few reasons, starting with the use of 12.4 oz. Japanese selvedge denim. That denim (at least in the pair shown here) features a mix of bronze and olive yarns that should break in nicely over time, although you can also find the RRL Slim Fit Selvedge Jeans in a range of other dark, dusty and indigo shades.

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Regularly priced anywhere from $295 (like the Olive pair seen here!) to $459, these handsome jeans also feature USA-sourced rivets and hardware, to go along with USA-made production. And in virtually any shade, you can style the RRL Slim Fit Selvedge Jeans with everything from a henley and a waxed trucker jacket to your favorite Oxford shirt and a pair of the best fall boots for a business casual look.

The best part is, they’ll get better with each and every wear, and that’s one less thing to worry about as you plan out your next fall #OOTD.

September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Fall’s Best Men’s Style Essentials From Taylor Stitch & More

My friends, let’s close out “the week that was” in fine form, first by taking a look at some of the best fall style essentials on the market. Those fall style essentials, if you’ve been keeping up with the blog the past few days, come from a plethora of places, but namely: Taylor Stitch. As I always say, a reminder can be more than helpful at times in the menswear world, right?

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Of course, the San Francisco menswear masters are a personal favorite brand of mine (and one I’ve covered extensively on the blog over the years). They craft everything from rugged-yet-soft flannel shirts to expertly crafted denim, chinos and hard-working outerwear.

Why, I wrote about the rugged and simply excellent new Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots only earlier this week, and they could very well be your new favorite pair of fall boots. Yes indeed, this fall weekend is a prime time to shop the brand.

I’d wager you don’t need me to tell you twice, but shopping for the best fall menswear should only be part of your equation this weekend. In fact, if I were you, I’d consider bolstering my bar cart with the warming spice of Ancho Reyes chile liqueur.

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This recommendation isn’t out of left field: If you follow me on Instagram, you’re well aware that I trekked South of the Border this week to see the chile fields of Puebla, tour the Ancho Reyes operation and of course, sip on two Ancho Reyes expressions while staying at the excellent Hotel La Purificadora. This is all part of my many freelance writing pursuits, including covering spirits (and much more!) over at Maxim.com.

You’ll have to stay tuned for more from this trip in the weeks ahead, but know that it was a vibrant, colorful getaway — one that made me grateful for the high heat and sun of Mexico, and yet all the more ready for a stylish fall in Brooklyn (and all the more ready to wear pieces like that stylish cardigan shown above!).

On that note, I’m signing off to go browse over at Taylor Stitch (and I recommend you do the same!), and you can find me back here tomorrow for Saturday’s Style Pick of the Week. Cheers and thanks for reading, as always!

September 28, 2023January 27, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The HELM Boots Hynes Boots Are a Must-Buy Pair of Fall Boots

Every guy needs a reminder every so often — a reminder about tried-and-true seasonal style essentials, like the best boots for men. Of course, we’ve been diving plenty into the season’s most necessary, stylish footwear these past few weeks, but if you ask me, a guy can never have too many rugged leather boots close at hand. And that’s what’s so great about the HELM Boots Hynes Boots.

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In my experience, these boots check all the right boxes in terms of form and function, boasting richly crafted, supple leather and a comfortable ride underfoot. The list only grows from there, so let’s count the ways, shall we?

We previously talked about the lace-up, captoe HELM Boots Lou Teak Boots, which offer rugged appeal in spades, but the more streamlined HELM Boots Hynes Boots are a dressier and more streamlined touch.

The HELM Boots Hynes Boots use the brand’s softest-ever leather (Neymar, for those keeping score at home) while also rounding things out with a padded collar for comfort. They’re also fully lined in leather for a soft and supple feel out of the box, and the eyelets even forgo hardware to keep the look clean and sleek.

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The same holds true for the profile, which you could easily style with your favorite blue jeans as readily as the HELM Boots Hynes Boots can be worn with some of the best corduroy pants on the market. And at $250, these sleek-yet-rugged leather chukka boots for men are an exceptional value, especially considering the fact that they can be resoled over time.

In the case of (potentially) your new favorite leather chukka boots, it turns out that a reminder is a great thing to receive, right? Yessir. Happy fall, and happy shopping over at HELM Boots, folks.

September 27, 2023September 25, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots are the Coolest New Fall Boots to Buy Now

There are surely more than a few style situations on the horizon for you this fall (and myself!) that are going to require you to lace up a pair of the most rugged boots for men. It could be something as light-spirited as a brisk morning tailgate, something in-between like a coffee shop visit and brewery beers, or something more hard-wearing, like a day hike or a upstate getaway.

For those situations and more, meet your new favorite pair of boots, courtesy of Taylor Stitch and Danner.

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The two standout West Coast brands — Danner with decades of Pacific Northwest bootmaking excellence, Taylor Stitch with nearly 15 years of crafting the best modern menswear — teamed up on the new Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots.

The resulting pair is an ode to Danner’s lightweight Ridge Hiker, with customary Danner performance details (the brand makes some of my favorite pairs of men’s boots), not to mention Taylor Stitch’s uniquely stylish point of view. And the Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots fit nicely in both worlds, with the proper style details and performance specs to match.

Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots 2023.

The Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots start from the ground up, literally, with a sturdy yet comfortable Vibram® Kletterlift Thin outsole, the kind that can grip slippery terrain with ease. For even more comfort, they’re amped up with a removable Ortholite footbed, while a GORE-TEX waterproof liner keeps your feet dry. The rich dark brown pebbled leather is distinctive and will develop a handsome patina with age, but it’s the dry-waxed camo side inserts that give these boots an extra dash of style.

The Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots are resoleable, which is great news — you’ll have these USA-made men’s boots for years to come. Speed hooks deliver a secure fit and a classic hiking boot touch, which is ideal for even more stability on uneven terrain.

Of course, you can rock the Taylor Stitch x Danner Ridge Boots more simply, say with a pair of Taylor Stitch indigo denim and a Taylor Stitch workshirt, for easygoing fall pursuits aplenty. Get ahead of the curve and invest in the best for early fall with the latest and greatest from Danner and Taylor Stitch.

September 26, 2023September 25, 2023 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Rugged Todd Snyder Chamois Shirt is Nearly 60 Percent Off

Every so often, your Brooklyn menswear writer stumbles across one of the best menswear deals, a deal that’s too good to be true (nearly) and yet, simply has to be shared here on the blog (and far and wide, of course).

And one of the country’s best menswear designers is to thank for the deal in question today, which gives you instant access to one of the best shirt jackets for men … all at nearly 60 percent. Yessir, that’s right — it’s all part of the always well-stocked Todd Snyder Sale section, of course.

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And within that Todd Snyder Sale section, this particular shirt stands out quite nicely: It’s the Todd Snyder Alaskan Chamois Shirt, a piece that channels Snyder’s trademark rugged-meets-refined sort of energy. It’s both one of the best shirt jackets for men and yet a piece that you can dress up slightly (say, atop a turtleneck for a touch of devil-may-care style).

And again, this discount brings this carefully crafted chamois flannel shirt down to $84, all the way from $198. With a full fit meant for layering, who’s to say how many different ways you can wear your new favorite shirt jacket this fall. As for me: I’d wear this rich and rugged shirt jacket, or “shacket,” atop my favorite henley or a thermal crewneck sweatshirt for exceptional fall warmth and timeless style.

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Best of all is the fact that it hails from one of the country’s best menswear designers, and is built to last — all in a rich, fall-friendly pattern. It’s a deal worth shopping ASAP on this fine Tuesday, my friends. Go forth, layer up and let’s get after it this fall.

September 25, 2023September 23, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Relwen Thermal Crew Is a Must-Have Casual Layer for Fall

Reliability, if you ask me, tends to be the name of the game when it comes to layering up for fall and winter. In my mind, that means knowing that, say, a certain base layer or sweatshirt is going to get the job done in terms of warmth and rugged style, all without thinking about it too much.

Whether you’re searching for one of the best men’s sweatshirts to wear underneath your favorite trucker jacket, or whether you merely want a cozy, casual layer for fall days at home, Relwen assuredly has you covered with some of the best rugged fall style essentials.

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The Ohio-based brand takes a decidedly throwback approach to its highly functional line of menswear, modeling selections off old-school styles worn by the military and hardy outdoorsmen. The Relwen Bi-Waffle Thermal Crew has a touch of both of those categories in its final build, which is precisely the kind of reliability I mentioned earlier. For chilly days and nights, for times when you need a thick yet supple base layer, the Relwen Bi-Waffle Thermal Crew is as solid an option as it gets.

It’s made from sturdy, waffle-knit pre-shrunk cotton for a snug yet flattering fit, and in my experience with Relwen, the fabric won’t pill or give out on you unexpectedly. That’s true of the rest of the Relwen menswear line, which is the kind of durability I appreciate (and I think you will, as well).

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On the surface, this design isn’t overly complicated: Just a darn fine thermal crewneck you can wear as a base layer beneath a puffer vest or your favorite Relwen jacket, to name but two wearing occasions. The bonded collar on the Relwen Bi-Waffle Thermal Crew should retain its shape and secure fit over time, and seamless double cuffs also provide a secure fit.

It’s the rare crewneck that’s substantial enough to wear as you would a traditional crewneck sweatshirt, or else thin enough to rock as a base layer, and the Relwen Bi-Waffle Thermal Crew is going to deliver standout warmth and rugged appeal all the way through. Layer up with it now and well into the months ahead, because it can stand up to anything.

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