by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 20 Percent on Some of the Best Shorts for Summer From Huckberry

Flint and Tinder men's shorts.

Building a wardrobe filled with, say, the best seasonal style essentials (for spring, summer and beyond) comes down to preparation and opportunity, I always say. After all, when warm weather hits, you want to be well-stocked with summer style essentials (seizing the opportunity!), and that’s where preparation makes perfect.

That goal is no stretch for the good folks at Huckberry, one of the best online menswear shops around (as you well know if you read this blog), and they’ve doubled down with a heck of a steal on the best shorts for men.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are a certified classic and best-seller from the brand — perhaps you recognize the same fabric from the brand’s famed 365 Pants, which blend the style of a chino with the comfortable fit of a jean.

The same hallmarks of that silhouette carry forward here — except, well, in shorts form. Oh, and the best part? Your new favorite summer shorts are about 20 percent off online right now via the Huckberry Sale section.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The days of baggy cargo shorts, as I always tend to say, are long gone, and this stylish pair of Flint and Tinder shorts helps prove that notion handily. Available in flattering inseam lengths (7 inches and 9 inches), I’ve always found these shorts to be supremely comfortable, well-fitting and yes, stylish.

The fabric blend stretches and moves with you like a performance short, while the tailored fit is suitable for styling with everything from your favorite short-sleeve henley to a crisp polo shirt. Color options ranging from Light Grey to a dusty Sand option provide variety for your wardrobe, too.

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Plus, it doesn’t hurt that multiple sizes of each colorway of the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are available in a flattering 7-inch inseam for under $65 on sale right now. When opportunity and summer style preparation meet, that’s the sweet spot, and so it goes with some of the best shorts for men.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Indigo Short-Sleeve Henley -A Casual Weekend Essential

Best short-sleeve henley for men.

How do you take an iconic silhouette like one of the best short-sleeve henleys for men and make it even better? Add a few key twists, or in the case of the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Short-Sleeve Henley, add one key twist: Use a rich indigo dye to take this rugged men’s henley from good to positively great.

Buck Mason already has a knack for making reliable, standout and stylish basics like one of the best men’s T-shirts, not to mention expertly crafted, faded blue denim and chambray workshirts. So, using indigo is no challenge for the all-American menswear brand, and your new favorite henley proves that quite handily.

Best men's short-sleeve henley for spring and summer.

What makes this one of the best henleys for men? For starters, Los Angeles-based Buck Mason nails the fit and construction, using a midweight 70 percent jersey cotton and 30 percent hemp blend for both durability and breathability. The yarns are dip-dyed in indigo before knitting, giving each henley and each thread distinctive character.

Like other favorite indigo items in your rotation, like a pair of selvedge jeans or a denim jacket, it’ll also get better and softer with age. For a new twist on an old favorite, look to Buck Mason to shake up how you wear one of your favorite henleys.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The VANS Authentic Canvas Low Sneakers Are as Perfect A Summer Sneaker As It Gets

Vans sneakers review.

I find that there are times when it’s really best to keep it simple when it comes to the very best menswear essentials. Or rather, simple, classic and stylish. And as we stand on the brink of summer, there’s no better way to keep it simple than by starting from the ground up in matters of style with a pair of the best classic sneakers for men.

Vans canvas sneakers review.

I’m talking about the kind of pair you can buy now (especially from my friends at Huckberry!). Then, you can wear those sneakers with everything from stretch chino shorts to light wash denim, and then steadily work elsewhere into your rotation of the best summer sneakers.

Sure, you’ve got sleek leather pairs and maybe even suede summer sneakers, but the Vans Authentic Canvas Sneakers are a different breed entirely, are they not?

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You see, there’s a time and a place for everything, and the Vans Authentic Canvas Sneakers cover many times and many places. In increasingly casual times, having a reliable pair of affordable low-top sneakers you can slide on at a moment’s notice makes a difference.

Vans Authentic Canvas Sneakers review.

That holds true whether paired with stretch chinos and an Oxford shirt, or with your favorite henley and lounge shorts. And in my experience, the Vans Authentic Canvas Sneakers certainly make that difference.

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They retail for under $70, they wear easily with everything from a henley and light wash jeans to olive chinos and a navy polo, and they come from a longtime, trusted brand. Again, keeping it simple means, well, keeping it simple, and when it comes to the best minimal sneakers on the market, these Vans kicks (from my good friends at Huckberry) deliver precisely what you need.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Flint and Tinder Utility Blazer is a One of the Best Men’s Jackets for Spring and Summer

Best lightweight blazer for men.

As I scour the market for the best men’s style essentials, I emphasize pieces with character, rugged appeal and versatility – if you’ve got the chance to make a selection from one of your favorite online menswear brands that hits the mark in all three areas, that’s a winner.

And while you’ve got options aplenty for the best blazers for men this spring and summer, I know I can trust Huckberry to deliver a seasonal design that’s just different enough from the pack.

Best spring blazers for men.

The world of tailoring can feel a bit stuffy and sometimes uncomfortable, but the Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer challenges that notion handily. Case in point: The versatility of a lightweight spring sport coat? Check.

The sharp design of an old-school sportcoat, the sort that features details like casual patch pockets and a useful, eye-catching throat collar latch? Check and check. Oh, and the rugged appeal that only Huckberry and Flint and Tinder can bring to the table? Yes, check and check in that regard as well.

Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer

The best blazers for men call to mind casual Fridays and perhaps evening rooftop dates and coastal getaways, but some blazers are better-suited for the office than for the sort of effortless cool that some spring and summer situations need. But in my experience, the Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer hits the mark nicely in all facets.

Best spring and summer blazers for men.

Available in four effortlessly cool colors in classic shades (like Khaki, Navy and Olive), this stylish lightweight sportcoat can dress up jeans ever so slightly. It can also pair up expertly with the Flint and Tinder 365 Chinos for a suitably casual-yet-classy suited look.

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A breathable cotton-spandex blend delivers lightweight comfort and stretch, while an interior chambray pocket can store some EDC valuables. This is the sort of men’s blazer you can rock day in and day out, starting now through the high heat of summer, and you’ve got Huckberry to thank for that. Upgrade your wardrobe accordingly this season.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Rugged Huckberry x Blundstone Boots Are Back in Stock, And They’re 25 Percent Off

Huckberry x Blundstone 1320 Boots

It’s enough of a treat and a rare surprise when one of your favorite online menswear brands — in this case, the good folks at Huckberry — team up with one of the best men’s boot brands on the market. And yet, when those boots not only happen to come back in stock, but also go on sale just in time for spring and summer adventures?

Well, that’s what we call the sweet spot, and in my experience, getting a pair of the best boots for men on sale is one of the best ways to take on whatever lies ahead — in both matters of style and performance, of course.

Naturally, you’ll find them within the Huckberry Sale section — scroll on for more (or hit that button below to dive right in).

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This all leads us to today’s covetable sale pick, the Huckberry x Blundstone #1320 Boots. They update a classic Blundstone silhouette, that of the rugged pull-on work boot, and they do so in a color and design that’s exclusive to Huckberry.

Blundstone men's boots review.

The laundry list of stylish features rolls forward from there, but here’s a major key: Your new favorite leather boots are now 25 percent off via Huckberry, and if past results are any indication, these rugged men’s boots will likely sell out sooner rather than later.

That discount marks the absurdly cool, rugged, comfortable and performance-minded Huckberry x Blundstone #1320 Boots down to $168 from $225, a veritable steal for a pair of boots made with premium, water-resistant leather uppers and a super-grippy TPU outsole.

Best Blundstone boots for men.

In my experience, Blundstone boots for men are as hard-wearing as it gets, from day hikes to park strolls to brewery visits and rock concerts.

I trust my Blundstone boots to take me across the globe, including recent treks to Ireland, England and Germany — they were one of just three pairs of casually rugged men’s leather boots I brought with me, in fact.

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And the Huckberry x Blundstone #1320 Boots certainly pass muster in terms of tough performance and great looks, especially when worn with your favorite blue jeans or even olive stretch chinos and an indigo denim trucker jacket.

It’s tough to top the reliability of the Huckberry x Blundstone #1320 Boots, and when they’re on sale for a heck of a deal — in a range of sizes — well, that’s a purchase worth making for spring, summer and beyond. Happy shopping and stay stylish, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Wrinkle-Free Linen Shirt from Huckberry Is Made for Breezy Spring & Summer Days

Best linen shirt for men for spring and summer.

There are certain fabrics that make certain men’s style essentials indispensable as the thermostat climbs, like linen. Its breezy open weave keeps you cool from sunrise to sunset, whether in suiting, trousers or in the stylish linen shirt shown at the top of the page.

And yet, here’s the thing with linen, at least in my experience: The fabric wrinkles easily, which some might appreciate for its easygoing, devil-may-care sense of style. And yet, if you want one of the best linen shirts, but one with a true wrinkle-free approach, well, consider yourself in luck.

The good folks at Huckberry, and Huckberry in-house brand Wills, have come up with the perfect solution — a wrinkle-free linen shirt meant to upgrade all your spring and summer style pursuits, no extra ironing required.

The Wills Wrinkle-Free Linen Shirt (available in both long-sleeve and short-sleeve versions) stands apart as one of the best shirts for men, and the difference is in the details. It’s made from a classic, breathable linen blend that looks great, retains its shape and again, resists wrinkles.

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Along with that, it retains the timeless details of your favorite Oxford shirt, including a face-framing buttondown collar and a chest pocket — the Wills Wrinkle-Free Linen Shirt is at once casual and yet polished, the sort of shirt you can wear with your favorite blazer and stretch chinos as readily as you can rock it untucked with expertly faded light wash jeans.

The Wills Wrinkle-Free Linen Shirt — again, in either short-sleeve or long-sleeve designs — also keeps things simple and versatile in terms of style. Take your pick from options like Marled Blue or a Natural colorway, each of which should wear nicely with spring and summer style moves like olive or tan chinos, dark blue jeans, navy seersucker trousers or your go-to summer shorts.

Best of all? The fact that the Wills Wrinkle-Free Linen Shirt should live up to its name, keeping things crisp, casually cool and effortlessly stylish. In my experience, that’s what your spring and summer style #OOTD needs.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 30 Percent On this Travel-Ready Merino Wool Tee from Ibex

Best merino T-shirt for men.

When is a stylish T-shirt so much more than just a T-shirt? When it’s made with plenty of functionality, comfort and performance and mind. And so it goes with Ibex, makers of some of the best merino wool menswear on the market — that goes for comfortable-as-can-be jogger pants, breezy quarter-zip sweaters and one of the best merino wool T-shirts out there.

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What is merino wool, and why is it worth adding to your casual wardrobe? Merino wool, hailing from Merino sheep, is one of the most impressive fibers on the planet, in my opinion — it’s naturally temperature-regulating, it wicks away sweat and moisture, it retains its form over time and it’s also anti-microbial and anti-odor. Impressive, yes?

Make no mistake though, this merino T-shirt for men isn’t quite a typical workout T-shirt. It’s ideal for hiking, training and day trips, of course, but in my opinion, Ibex makes menswear that’s as stylish as it is functional — you can feel great about wearing this men’s performance T-shirt far beyond the confines of the gym, mark my words.

And that means that the Ibex 24-Hour Short-Sleeve Crew is, in my experience, also one of the best T-shirts to wear for travel — all of those qualities make it ideal for quick coastal jaunts or flights across the ocean. In fact, I’ve worn the Ibex 24-Hour Short-Sleeve Crew to do all of that, and then some, without missing a beat.

Oh, and better still is the fact that your new favorite T-shirt is now 30 percent off at Ibex. I’ve found the fit to be tailored and flattering without being overly tight, making it ideal to wear on its own or as a travel-ready base layer beneath a field jacket or lightweight buttondown shirt.

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When you consider the fact that the Ibex 24-Hour Short-Sleeve Crew comes in seven standard colors (with additional colors available), the deal gets even better. One of the best T-shirts for men, with enough variety

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt – A Sustainable, Stylish Wardrobe Upgrade

Best men's shirt jackets.

In my experience, if you know a brand for one standout item, like one of the best men’s shirt jackets, a terrific-fitting pair of jeans or some of the best leather boots, well, it’s always worth it to pay close attention when said brand doubles down on that category.

Take Outerknown, for instance. One of the most sustainable menswear brands on the market, the company (founded by surfing legend Kelly Slater) has built a devout following for its commitment to eco-friendly production. Oh, and beyond that, the company makes one of the best shirt jackets for men, the famed and fan-favorite Outerknown Blanket Shirt.

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Here’s where that doubling down comes into play: The company’s lineup of shirt jackets for men just got even better for spring, particularly when you consider the new Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt. What’s the difference between the Outerknown Blanket Shirt and the Cloud Weave Shirt? Reader, I’m glad you asked.

Best spring shirt jacket for men.

The Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt boasts what the brand calls a loftier and looser weave then the Blanket Shirt — the Blanket Shirt features a denser and thicker knit that makes it more apt for layering on brisk fall and winter days, while this option should prove a touch lighter.

Outerknown shirt jacket review.

That weave comes through in matters of both form and function, as your new favorite shirt jacket is crafted with an eye-catching, multi-dimensional plaid pattern of sorts. The end result is heavyweight twill organic cotton, meaning you can layer the Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt atop a soft cotton tee or a heavier slub henley.

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Eco-friendly nut buttons keep in line with Outerknown’s commitment to more sustainable production, while oversized front flap patch pockets deliver utility for your everyday carry. While the Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt isn’t as abrasion-resistant or as tough as a canvas workshirt, it’s a reliable layer for spring and summer bonfire evenings, camping trips and yes, brewery patio hangs.

Plus, you can feel good about rocking the Outerknown Cloud Weave Shirt, what with its eco-friendly production — and style points in spades, of course.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: A London Jaunt & The Best Spring Menswear for Travel

Best waxed jackets for men this spring.

I don’t know about you, but reliability and rugged style is something I can’t quite get enough of when I build out my wardrobe of spring style essentials, let alone my wardrobe of the best travel gear. And travel has indeed been top of mind for this Brooklyn style writer as of late, to say the least, and that’s where versatile, tough-as-nails, dependable picks like my Flint and Tinder Ripstop Stretch Field Jacket (as shown above) have more than proven their worth.

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Across the past week, I’ve found myself not in Brooklyn, but in multiple locales across Ireland and England as part of my many freelance writing pursuits, including covering the best spirits and the best spring menswear on the market.

Perhaps you’ve been following along with my travels on Instagram — those travels included time in Dublin, Tullamore and Galway, courtesy of famed Irish whiskey maker Tullamore DEW.

And those travels have also taken me down to London, all in the name of a brief stopover between yes, another spirits press trip. My London trip, of course, has proven more leisurely, and more focused on the best beers in London than Irish whiskey.

I also made time to visit a favorite London spot, Rough Trade Records, in addition to plenty of strolling across the city listening to The National, my very favorite band. What else can you ask for from a trip, right??

I’m far from done, though. From foggy London, I’ll trek to Germany and into the Black Forest with Monkey ’47 Gin, all on a quest to learn about the forthcoming release of this year’s edition of the Monkey ’47 Distiller’s Cut bottle. How’s that for an adventure where the journey is the destination?? For all these pursuits, I’ve certainly had to stay ready in terms of both form and function in my wardrobe.

And again, that’s why I’ve packed my favorite travel duffle bag with the best spring menswear from Huckberry (like that rugged men’s jacket shown above). After all, everything from wind to rain, breezy days and blazing sunsets — in Ireland, England, Germany and beyond — call for stylish, reliable men’s style essentials.

For your next spring getaway, look to pack up accordingly — naturally, that’s where this weekend’s duo of menswear posts (Saturday’s Style Pick and Sunday’s sale rundown) will assuredly help out in fine form. Check back tomorrow, layer up in style and thanks, as ever, for reading!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This American Giant Striped Crewneck Is a Breezy Layer for Spring Days & Nights

When I look for dependable layers to ramp up my spring and summer style wardrobe, I tend to reach for pieces that take a classic and improve upon it ever so slightly. And if the piece is a bit of a swerve from the norm — say, a stylish striped long-sleeve T-shirt as opposed to a solid-colored long-sleeve tee — that’s all the better.

Let’s go one step further: When that staple piece is made the old-school way, well, you’ve hit the sweet spot, as the good folks at American Giant often tend to do.

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Makers of everything from some of the best American-made jeans to the brand’s famed American Giant Classic Full-Zip Hoodie, you’ll find that the company leaves no stone unturned, so to speak, in pursuit of some of the best American-made menswear on the market.

And that goes for casual picks, like the aforementioned American Giant Classic Long-Sleeve Crew, as well as harder-to-craft picks, like blue jeans, canvas work pants or hard-wearing workshirts. A mid-weight 100 percent cotton build gives this T-shirt a breezy softness, the kind that wears well with French Terry joggers for weekend coffee outings or laidback spring patio mornings.

Best USA-made long-sleeve T-shirts for men.

Yet, the USA-made build of the American Giant Classic Long-Sleeve Crew elevates it further — while this works as a loungewear-style T-shirt, you can also pair it with an indigo denim trucker or rock it beneath a chambray shirt for casually cool days around town.

The American Giant Classic Long-Sleeve Crew is the sort of T-shirt that might make you rethink what it means to wear one of the best long-sleeve T-shirts — either green or navy stripes add some style points, as do the contrasting cuffs.

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It’s not quite as heavy as a crewneck sweatshirt, it’s more substantial than a pima cotton T-shirt, and it’s reliable as can be. While the American Giant Classic Long-Sleeve Crew is pricier than a standard T-shirt from a bargain-bin retailer, it’s a difference you can feel, and that’s a stylish touch I can appreciate. If you feel the same way, one of the best USA-made T-shirts is yours for the taking.