March 3, 2024March 3, 2024 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Take An Extra 30 Percent off Stylish Menswear at Bonobos Right Now

When opportunity knocks to add to your rotation of menswear essentials while saving some cash, you know what we say here at The Style Guide: Heed the call, answer the door and add, well, whatever you might need to your rotation.

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With my good friends at Bonobos, for instance, that could be one of the best merino sweaters for daily wear, or it could be a pair of the best pants for men, something for which Bonobos is quite well-known (it almost goes without saying). Things get even better today though, as the famed menswear brand is offering an extra 30 percent off sale styles with the code EXTRADAY.

And while that doesn’t quite include some of the best new spring menswear from the just-released Bonobos Spring 2024 Collection, it does include a slew of essential daily and seasonal offerings. Among those offerings via the Bonobos Sale section, you’ll find textured Italian cotton pants, some of the best chinos for men and even sale styles from $10.

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Sounds too good to be true, right? From faded jeans to office and date-ready night shirts and beyond, this Bonobos “sale-on-sale” is indeed too good to pass up (but it’s certainly not too good to be true). Shop accordingly today, my friends.

March 2, 2024March 1, 2024 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt – One of the Best Spring Shirt Jackets

As we move slowly but surely into spring, it’s high time to take stock of your rotation of the best spring jackets, is it not? Spring conditions, with the potential for everything from blustery weather, rain and wind to sunshine, call for some of the hardest-wearing, hardest-working gear on the market — gear from Filson, to be more specific.

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The Pacific Northwest heritage brand is a personal favorite for its emphasis on heirloom-worthy quality, tough performance and style points in equal measure, something they’ve emphasized for over a century now. And given the company’s Seattle roots, it only makes sense that a rugged outerwear pick like the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt would get the job done in fine form this season.

The Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt is about as tough and hard-wearing as it gets, with an easy-on, easy-off snap button front placket, two sturdy button chest pockets for your everyday carry and of course, the outfitter’s legendary, weather-ready fabric. When it comes to the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt, that fabric happens to be a water-resistant waxed cotton that’ll get even better with age.

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As the iconic company says, they modeled your new favorite shirt jacket “after our original wool Jac-Shirt that’s been an outdoors staple since the mid-1970s,” and that’s a heritage-minded point worth keeping in mind. The waxed cotton of the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt should easily stand up to wind and rain, proving useful to layer over everything from a thermal Filson henley to a classic T-shirt to, say, a lightweight Filson flannel shirt.

It’s rugged enough to wear with dark blue jeans, cool enough to wear with olive chinos and overall, the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt is up to just about any challenge this early spring — style-related, weather-wise or anywhere else.

March 1, 2024February 26, 2024 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New Workwear from Huckberry, A New Glenlivet Scotch & Stylish Converse Sneakers

It’s hard to believe it’s already March 1st, is it not? The year is flying by in leaps and bounds, from my Brooklyn birthday weekend to NYFW to some exciting March travel plans on the horizon (more on those to follow in the weeks ahead on my Instagram!).

There’s plenty in store, and naturally, I plan to take it on in style, specifically with a few choice pieces from Huckberry and the new Flint and Tinder Workwear Collection. If you read the blog on the regular, you’re no stranger to the famed in-house brand at Huckberry, which looks to the past — silhouettes like trucker jackets, chambray shirts and classic blue jeans — to update rugged gear for the modern man.

And the new workwear line is packed with some seriously cool (new and old) favorites, from a flannel-lined denim trucker jacket to corduroy mill pants, one of the best chambray workshirts and even a handsome quilted Western shirt that’s worth your time and hard-earned cash.

The Flint and Tinder Workwear Collection is just one of the fine finds I’ve had my eye on this week as I cover the worlds of menswear, spirits and more. Here are a few other tips to animate your weekend in fine fashion, my friends.

If you read the blog or follow me on Instagram, you’ll know I’m also deeply interested in the world of fine Scotch (and bourbon, of course), but Scotch is my pick today. Over at Maxim, I wrote about a curious experiment in the world of Scotch: The Glenlivet deconstructed, and then put back together, bourbon and rum casks to finish its legendary Scotch, and the results were exceedingly delicious. Head to Maxim for the full rundown.

What’s in your sneaker rotation lately? As we inch ever closer toward spring, it might be time to think about dusting off some fresh kicks. And basketball fans have a new option (also covered by yours truly at Maxim!) — that’d be the reintroduced, revamped Converse Weapon, a high-top style (with a new low-top edition) famously worn by Larry Bird. Check out the rundown over at Maxim.

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Here’s one more tip for your reading and shopping pleasure this weekend. As you know, I can’t get enough of a great deal on some of the best menswear, especially designer menswear from Billy Reid. That’s precisely why you should dive into this post covering the Billy Reid End of Season Sale, which offers a slew of deals on plenty of refined essentials and daily must-haves. Those savings are yours for the taking, my friends.

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That’s going to wrap up today’s post covering the best menswear to read about and shop this weekend, my friends. Any questions or comments? Feel free to swing back through tomorrow for our Style Pick of the Week, where we’ll keep things rolling all weekend long with style in mind. Cheers, folks!

February 29, 2024February 26, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Upgrade Your Daily Carry with the Satchel & Page Leather Card Wallet

In my daily pursuits, be it writing in Brooklyn, trekking around the city in search of the best craft beer or layering up in a waxed trucker jacket (or some form of all of the above), I value the small details, the little things that improve an #OOTD or even a daily convenience.

I find that everyday carry essentials go a long way in that regard, with the potential to add some character and style to any look. And certainly, that’s what I appreciate about the good folks at Satchel & Page, makers of some of the best heirloom-quality leather pieces on the market.

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Heritage-minded daily style upgrades

That extends to everyday carry leather goods as well as one of the best leather weekender bags, but let’s dig a little deeper: The brand is making one of the best leather wallets to upgrade your everyday carry, and they’re doing so in a way that’s built to last.

The brand’s leather goods are carefully crafted with superb attention to detail, and that turns the Satchel & Page Leather Card Wallet into a next-level EDC piece that’s bound to get better with age. Vegetable-tanned Italian leather adds a rich look and feel to this wallet, which should develop a handsome patina — owing to the fact that it’s finished naturally, of course.

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It can fit as many as eight cards, so there’s a nice blend of form and function here, and there’s also space within the Satchel & Page Leather Card Wallet for folded bills. All the while, this wallet will get better and develop that signature patina with every use, whether placed in a field jacket pocket or carried in the front pocket of trusty blue selvedge jeans.

When you want an everyday carry upgrade that goes the distance, opt for this handsome leather card wallet from a tried-and-true heritage brand.

February 28, 2024February 26, 2024 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Western Shirt is a Rugged-Meets-Refined Update

As I scour the market for the best menswear essentials, I tend to turn regularly to reliable designers and brands I can trust (like Todd Snyder), and then I look for the unexpected. Pieces that are classic and versatile, with a rugged appeal — like one of the best men’s denim shirts, for instance — and pieces that are also done in ways that are slightly different than the rest.

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Take the Todd Snyder Denim Western Shirt, for instance. Like, say, the Todd Snyder Lambswool Sweater, it’s the famed designer’s own take on a certified classic, done in ways only the award-winning designer can do.

In the case of this handsome denim shirt, it starts with premium 100 percent cotton denim from Albini, makers of fine fabric overseas since the 1870s. It’s also available in a handsome Medium Blue, but the deep, inky blue indigo of this style is my personal favorite.

From there, the Todd Snyder Denim Western Shirt (which is made in Portugal) uses a classic Western shirt cut, complete with iconic details like contrast golden stitching, a front yoke stitching design and pearl snap buttons.

Yet, it’s the use of that soft yet durable Italian denim fabric that gives it a more refined look and feel, although that denim should surely get better with age, whether layered up over your favorite henley or worn on its own underneath a classic shawl cardigan.

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And since it’s Todd Snyder, I can say you should rest easy knowing that the Todd Snyder Denim Western Shirt is made to last and worth the extra cash above other more typical denim shirts. It’s more casual than Todd Snyder Oxford shirts or dress shirts, but your wardrobe needs rugged-meets-refined options, and the Todd Snyder Denim Western Shirt certainly fits the bill nicely this season.

February 27, 2024February 26, 2024 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: The Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket Is 30 Percent Off Right Now

Outfitting your next #OOTD the proper way, with stylish, durable gear that fits the situation appropriately (be it the office, date night, a day on the road or a night at the bar) has never been easier — seemingly, at least, with the Taylor Stitch Last Call section. It’s a place packed with hidden gems from the San Francisco retailer, the kind that add character to any wardrobe — like the Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket, for instance.

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I’ve had the chance to try this jacket out over these past several months, and it’s a bold update of the classic denim jacket, done in all the right ways. Helpfully, it’s 30 percent off via the Taylor Stitch Last Call section, which is the sort of deal I approve of as we inch ever closer to transitional jacket weather.

And the great thing about the Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket is that, like the pleasing vintage look and feel of the Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt, for example, it’s got just enough updates to the traditional denim jacket to make it an ideal change of pace in your wardrobe.

For instance. the Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket updates the chore jacket silhouette with a fold-over collar, a button-front and a hip-length cut, while its sturdy organic cotton build uses handsome selvage for a high-quality feel. Plus, the Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket boasts a button chest pocket, plus top and side-entry pockets for your everyday carry (and an interior media pocket).

These pockets are also roomier than those of a traditional denim jacket, a nice touch for the modern man on the go. The washed fabric is supple and sturdy, and the Taylor Stitch Fremont Jacket has a nice, vintage-style look and feel to it. Oh, and again, your new favorite denim jacket is now 30 percent off via Taylor Stitch, so do yourself a favor and shop it accordingly as we move slowly towards spring. Good luck out there, my friends.

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Proof Rover Pants are As Versatile and Travel-Ready As It Gets

It can be tough to find a pair of the best men’s pants that really, truly suit all your style needs and daily pursuits. Is there a pair of pants that checks every box, from work to play, from the office to the farmer’s market to a park stroll… and back? That’s a high bar to clear, but the Proof Rover Pants from my friends at Huckberry just might fit the bill.

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Now, it’s not the first time I’ve reviewed the Proof Rover Pants, but I think you’ll find the latest and greatest rugged yet stylish pair of pants are even more improved than ever.

They blend the durable appeal of a pair of stretch canvas work pants with the five-pocket cut of jeans, and while they’re a touch more rugged than, say, the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants, they’re no less versatile for the demands of your daily grind. A guy’s wardrobe demands options, after all, be it the reliability of dark blue jeans at the office or happy hour, or the crisp cut of stretch cotton chinos or, yes, the do-it-all nature of the Proof Rover Pants.

The key with the latest iteration of the Proof Rover Pants? It starts with the use of a breathable, durable engineered cotton-blend fabric that moves with you and incorporates sustainable REPREVE TruTemp stretch polyester fabric. In my experience, that gives the Proof Rover Pants the right amount of stretch and breathability, which just might make them the best travel pants — as well as the best, polished and durable adventure pants.

If you’ve tried the Proof Rover Pants before, as I have, just know that they feel softer and more stretchy to the touch, and they’re lightweight without being flimsy, as well.

The Proof Rover Pants also have the right amount of stretch and style points to look ready and stylish enough for a more casual office, with three streamlined fit options (Slim, Straight and Athletic Tapered) adding to their versatile appeal. In my experience, the Athletic Tapered cut provides a nice amount of room to move for my frame.

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And with the Proof Rover Pants — no matter if you’re scaling mountains or hopping on a flight — you’re getting versatile, rich color options (three, to be exact), which you can also pair seamlessly with other pieces of the best travel gear from Proof at Huckberry. Too good to be true? Certainly not, which is why a pair or two belong in your wardrobe ASAP.

February 25, 2024February 24, 2024 by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Get Up to 75 Percent Off at the Billy Reid End of Season Sale

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it, well, a heck of a lot of times. The best menswear essentials for your wardrobe are sometimes the result of timing and of striking while the iron is hot, so to speak (stop me if you’ve heard that one before).

And there’s no time like today to stock up in fine form with some refined pieces that you might not normally have the chance to snag. That’s all the more true given that Billy Reid, one of the country’s best menswear designers, often stocks style essentials that run for a pretty penny, be it a favorite peacoat, a rugged henley or an ultra-soft, stylish sweater.

But that’s not quite the case today, my friends. The Billy Reid End of Season Sale gives you the chance to save big. And when I say big, I really do mean it — you can score as much as 75 percent off at the Billy Reid End of Season Sale. What’s on tap?

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A bit of everything, as you might expect, from richly crafted sweaters to handsome buttondown shirts, crisply tailored pants and even a few pops of color and pattern for your knitwear and outerwear rotation. It’s about as good as it gets from the utterly classic American designer, which is why there’s not a moment to waste. Shop the latest and greatest sale from Billy Reid today, then thank me later.

February 24, 2024February 23, 2024 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket

Editor’s note: Welcome back to The Style Guide after a brief Friday intermission. Going forward, what would you like to see from the Friday Read? A new direction might be on the way for those weekly posts, so let me know any feedback in the comments.

My friends, we’re back at it again with another look at — you guessed it — one of the best denim jackets for men, or more specifically, we’re back at it again with another look at rugged menswear from Flint and Tinder.

The Huckberry in-house brand is an icon and personal favorite for a reason in terms of the modern menswear pantheon, with durable, rugged and timeless appeal. Of course, the latest and greatest Flint and Tinder trucker jacket builds off the company’s DNA in a way that only Huckberry can.

Just in time for prime layering season, the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Denim Jacket is an ideal way to bridge the gap between seasons.

As we move slowly but surely into transitional weather, your new favorite trucker jacket is ready to take on just about anything, in a fashion not all that different from the instantly recognizable, fan favorite Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket. In this case, it starts with premium Italian denim from Candiani, which you might call “the good stuff.”

Of course, this jacket follows the brand’s penchant for old-school silhouettes like the road-ready trucker jacket, with a few key updates (namely, a cotton denim exterior, of course).

The exterior also uses 2 percent stretch for ease of movement, while the 7oz. cotton-polyester blend lining adds a touch of warmth and comfort to what just might be the perfect transitional jacket.

It also boasts other handsome, throwback details, like a corduroy collar and a pleasingly vintage-inspired Flint and Tinder label. It’s also worth noting that one of the best new jackets from Huckberry comes in both a medium-wash blue denim and a Natural denim, just like the 1950s Lee Rider jackets that inspired it.

And with sturdy Flint and Tinder hardware and that handsome contrasting striped lining, this jacket surely gets the details right. Would you expect anything less from Huckberry, after all? I certainly wouldn’t, and that makes this new release a highly appealing, highly reliable option from the famed retailer.

February 22, 2024February 21, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Le Alfre Flannel Shirt is a Refined Take on a Classic

At least in my neck of the woods (the frigid winter confines of Brooklyn, that is), I value reliability, warmth, comfort and style — especially when it comes to the best flannel shirts on the market. But in the doldrums of winter, it can prove tricky, at times, mix up your style rotation consistently.

And yet all the while, you still want to retain that critical balance of warmth, style, comfort… you name it. And that’s where Le Alfre arrives to save the day in matters of menswear.

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The young New York City brand already makes one of the best Oxford shirts on the market, using high-quality fabric and production via a family-owned factory in Portugal, one that makes some of the finest shirts on the planet. And the Le Alfre Blackwatch Flannel builds on that pedigree in a distinct way, one that’s a nice change of pace from other classic flannel shirts on the market.

Le Alfre took the classic “banker’s shirt,” with a contrasting collar and cuffs, and put a fun, fresh spin on the look — turning it from a dress shirt into one you can even rock untucked with chinos or perhaps with a rugged shawl cardigan. And the Le Alfre Blackwatch Flannel fits the bill nicely in terms of eye-catching style. It comes from the company’s partners at Portugal’s oldest shirting mill, and it’s handmade by the country’s oldest shirtmaker, and things only get better from there.

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The Le Alfre Blackwatch Flannel boasts a lightweight, super-soft handfeel that should prove comfortable on its own, yet well-suited to layering over one of the best men’s henleys, for instance. And because the style is modeled after timeless Oxford shirts, it’s got a more refined look and feel than flannel workshirts, for instance.

Taken altogether, it’s an updated take on the flannel shirt that works as well with dark blue jeans as with your favorite chinos. And for winter style with variety in mind, you can’t quite top the Le Alfre Blackwatch Flannel, my friends.