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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Astorflex Surflex Cupsole Shoes – An Easygoing Spring and Summer Footwear Move

Sometimes, the easiest style solutions are right in front of your face — or your feet, in the case of the best sneakers for men. There are times where sleek loafers suffice, there are times when trail-ready hiking sandals are the way to go, and there are opportunities where white leather sneakers are going to deliver in fine form. Of course, you can find all of ’em at Huckberry, which is what brings us here today.

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And then there are those in-between times when the style solution as far as the best men’s sneakers are concerned is to go with something more easygoing — a slip-on sneaker that has elements of most of the sneakers mentioned above, with the casual ease to pair with a camp collar shirt and stretch chino shorts, or else a crisp, breezy polo and linen trousers.

And thanks to my good friends at Huckberry, your new casual footwear style solution awaits — the hybrid Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers, with BBQ-ready style and the comfort to take you into and through the weekend. Ideally, you’ve heard of the family-owned footwear producers at Astorflex over the years reading this blog, with a focus on sustainably sourced rubber and aged suede and leather for supple style and comfort — these stylish men’s slip-on sneakers certainly fit their billing, at least in my experience.

The key with the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers (which come in two shades of handsome suede and an eye-catching Nubuck option) is the cupsole sneaker outsole and memory foam footbed, one covered in leather for comfort right out of the box.

The crepe cup sole delivers support, rebound and comfort, and these fresh kicks are handmade in northern Italy for the ultimate in stylish, responsible construction. They’re also unlined for added comfort from the moment you first slide into ’em (which I would imagine to be right when you unbox ’em from my good friends at Huckberry!).

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Helpfully, the Chestnut Nubuck leather option of the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers will start to develop its own patina over time, something I always appreciate when it comes to the best sneakers for the men. And the earthy suede varieties of the Astorflex Suriflex Cupsole Slip-On Sneakers should pair as reliably with olive chinos as with light wash jeans and a lightweight pocket tee. Expert, versatile summer style that hits the right marks awaits: All you need to do is embrace the style solution that is easygoing-yet-highly-wearable slip-on sneakers.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now These New Astorflex Boat Shoes are an Easygoing Menswear Must-Have this Coming Season

As you bolster your assortment of men’s style essentials and look to a breezy new season up ahead, there are a few orders of business to take care of as you survey the landscape and stow away your winter boots.

Building an ensemble can start in two ways depending on the occasion, at least in my experience: From the breezy layers you’re rocking up top, or else crafting a look with casual, easygoing, prep-meets-modern footwear in mind. Huckberry, of course, has the goods, from an array of crisp leather sneakers to casually cool chukka boots, leather loafers and naturally, the footwear in question today at the top of the page.

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And if a pair of the best boat shoes for men happens to be on your mind in these early days of spring, we’ve got just the pair for you to consider ASAP — meet the brand-new Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes, yet another pair of remarkably well-crafted, sustainable suede shoes hailing from the family-owned Italian factory that also makes some of your favorite chukka boots, among other prized styles approved by the Huckberry team.

The Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes make use of top-quality bovine suede, a change of pace compared to leather boat shoes (and making them more well-suited for the boardwalk than the actual deck of a boat in choppy waters, at least in my humble opinion).

Of course, you could certainly treat the Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes with waterproof suede protector, a wise move at any rate — whether you style the Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes with tailored swim trunks and a patterned buttondown shirt or with stretch chino shorts and a short-sleeve henley.

The Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes are also lined in calf leather for breathability and a fit that molds to your foot over time, while its memory foam insole offers a further shot of comfort and all-day wearability. Plus, the handsome Sand Suede of the Astorflex Dockflex Boat Shoes wears well with everything from olive chinos to rolled light wash denim, while moc toe stitching delivers a stylish touch of contrast across the upper.

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Rawhide laces add a more rugged touch, while the wedge outsole is crafted from natural rubber, as with other Astorflex boots and shoes (a lineup Huckberry also sells to great effect, it should be noted!).

With their versatile, grab-and-go sensibility and the chance to style them with everything from swim trunks and a muscle tee to a retro-minded camp collar shirt and linen shorts, there’s nothing quite like the casual-yet-sharp style you’re getting from these stylish men’s boat shoes this summer — the style world is yours for the taking, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Astorflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are a Prime Winter Footwear Upgrade

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Now that we’re well and properly rolling into the new year — and perhaps you’re now properly back in the office and traversing snowy streets — it’s a prime time to take stock of each of your winter style essentials, plus the rugged-meets-refined winter boots you’re lacing up.

Of course, there are a number of winter style considerations to keep in mind, from your cozy winter parka to the wool blazer you’re wearing to the office, but about those winter boots… you simply can’t skimp on them, especially if you’ve got a touch of casually rugged flexibility in your dress code, ehh?

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Enter a new style to start a new year via the good folks at Astorflex and Huckberry — Astorflex runs a family-owned factory carefully crafting some of the finest footwear on the market, namely its handsome and utterly classic chukka boots and sleek leather loafers.

Those shoes have been handmade in Italy since 1820, and many of those same methods remain — the same should hold true for the brand-new Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots, a rugged and distinctive spin on a sturdy classic.

Crafted from rich brown bovine roughout leather, the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are even lined in leather for ultra-soft comfort right out of the box, plus a fit that molds to you own foot over time — the memory foam insole helps see to that, of course.

The Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots are then finished with contrasting stitchdown construction atop a lug outsole that adds some durable texture and rugged refinement to the more laidback Astorflex lineup of easygoing silhouettes (the brand’s spring and summer-approved suede chukka boots come to mind).

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The use of leather laces and that contrast moc-toe stitching helps lend the shoes “a heritage-coastal style that sets it apart from other chukkas,” Huckberry sagely notes. The resulting pair of hard-working lug sole chukka boots should wear more than admirably with blue selvedge jeans, with dark brown corduroy trousers or with olive chinos, a chambray shirt and a waxed trucker jacket.

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And yet, when teamed up with wool trousers and a thick-knit cardigan, you very well might be able to get away with wearing the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots to the office on a casual winter’s Friday. How about it? If I were you, I’d seek out as many chances as possible to wear my new favorite chukka boots — now that you’ve found the Astorflex Jibflex Lug Sole Chukka Boots via Huckberry, of course.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: These Stylish Leather Chukka Boots from Astorflex & Huckberry Are On Sale

Best men's leather chukka boots.

In any rotation of the best footwear for men, multi-season versatility is often crucial. So while your winter boots are long stowed away in favor of crisp canvas sneakers, for instance, there are stylish men’s shoes that stand the test of time and prove handy in both warmer weather and colder climes.

If you ask me, a pair of the best leather chukka boots for men can prove quite handy in the spring and summer — just as in the fall and winter. And the good folks at Astorflex (as sold by Huckberry, of course) rise to the occasion quite handily with multiple styles — one of which just so happens to be on sale today, my friends.

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We’ve talked recently about how Astorflex boat shoes are a distinctive style upgrade, and if you’ve been reading the pages of this Brooklyn style blog, you’ll also have come across other Astorflex reviews over the years (it seems the company has been a staple at Huckberry for a decade now).

And now, the Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots are getting a nice markdown (about 20 percent) to add some character to your office wardrobe, and even a touch of variety to your off-duty wardrobe with dark blue jeans and a pocket tee, for instance.

The Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots boast a sleek but not overly dressy profile — they can pair with olive chinos seamlessly, for instance, but they’ll work just as well with black jeans or linen trousers. The Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots also happen to be developed exclusively for Huckberry, which is never a bad thing to have close at hand in your rotation of the best boots for men.

The Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots feature a classic two-eye chukka boot build, and the leather-lined upper is set atop a stacked rubber heel and a custom last. The leather lining in particular should prove especially supple, molding to your foot over time. Two sets of laces provide a touch of variety, although you can also swap in your own laces (I myself prefer waxed cotton laces for a slightly dressy finish).

Contrast stitching along the upper sets the Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots apart in subtle fashion, while the profile of these shoes works for wearing with a more casual summer suit or business casual ensembles. Plus, the fact that the Astorflex Brownflex Chukka Boots are marked down to $180 right now isn’t half-bad, either. When you want to make a subtle switch-up from the everyday this spring and summer, opt for handsome leather chukka boots, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Astorflex Boat Shoes are a Subtly Stylish Footwear Upgrade

When the chance comes to step into a new season in style, by dipping your toes into something that’s ever-so-slightly fresh, a slight departure from the ordinary, we here at this Brooklyn style blog say: Take it wholeheartedly, especially if the opportunity arises to try out a new shoe silhouette from a Huckberry-approved brand.

And if you’ve kept up with the blog on the regular over the years, then you’ll know it’s hard to pass up a chance to slide into some Astorflex boots and loafers. The family-owned Italian brand uses sustainable production methods in crafting its best-selling chukka boots and the recently launched Astorflex Derby Shoes, and the Astorflex Loafers are also a refined yet easy-to-wear summer style favorite.

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And now, that strong stable of stylish footwear gains another member with the addition of the Astorflex Hestaflex Boat Shoes — not a moment too soon for easygoing summer soirees aplenty. These low-profile boat shoes are a touch more streamlined than traditional boat shoes, with moc toe detailing throughout and a chunkier sole that calls to mind sneakers or chukka boots.

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And yet, like all great pairs of Astorflex shoes sold by our good friends at Huckberry, the handsome Astorflex Hestaflex Boat Shoes feature that same Northern Italy handmade construction, plus richly crafted bovine suede uppers in either eye-catching Olive Green or more classically styled Brown. A memory foam footbed bolsters comfort, yet it’s covered in leather for a soft, supple and ultimately, stylish finish.

The crepe cup sole is another handmade touch that should quite literally provide a spring in your step, whether you style the Astorflex Hestaflex Boat Shoes with rolled light wash jeans, navy chino shorts or olive lounge pants. Keep in mind that your new favorite boat shoes are also unlined within the shoe itself, meaning you can slide into them comfortably right out of the box.

And as Huckberry sagely notes, “when Astorflex introduced their take on a boat shoe, we had to get our hands on it.” I’d say the same holds true for your stylish casual wardrobe this season, particularly when reviewing the rest of Huckberry’s summer style lineup.

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In fact, boat shoes are practically begging to be paired with a knit polo and stretch chinos, to name but one way you should rock the Astorflex Hestaflex Boat Shoes. When the time comes to switch up your style rotation just ever-so-slightly, turn to a new boat shoe from a trusted brand.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Astorflex Loafers are a Refined Summer Style Move

At a certain point in the summer, it’s a wise bet to switch up your trusty seasonal style essentials ever so slightly in favor of a change of pace. For instance, instead of lacing up yet another pair of stylish men’s dress shoes, perhaps consider reaching for the refined loafer, or rather, a pair of the best loafers for men. particularly a pair stocked and sold by your friends at Huckberry.

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That’s the name of the game in today’s Thursday Buy, where the Astorflex Patnoflex Travel Loafers stake their claim as a versatile, comfortable, elegant and yet rogue-ish addition to your footwear rotation (and your rotation of the best summer style essentials, for that matter).

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Cut in a more sleek manner than a penny loafer and boasting the streamlined appeal of a traditional pair of dress shoes, your new favorite pair of loafers hail from the family-owned factory confines of Astorflex, a brand that’s part of a strong array of Huckberry Exclusives — offerings you can only find through your favorite retailer, of course.

Perhaps you recognize Astorflex for making some of the very best chukka boots for men, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg. And when it comes to the Astorflex Patnoflex Travel Loafers, they carry on that same lineage of comfort and quality in spades. They boast a soft leather upper, available in rich earth tones that match nicely with everything from cream-colored linen trousers to light wash jeans.

The Astorflex Patnoflex Travel Loafers are unlined for easy-on, easy-off comfort and a lightweight look and feel — this also makes them quite useful as you pack up to travel to a summer wedding or seasonal getaway.

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The Astorflex Patnoflex Travel Loafers also feature a strong rubber heel for grip and support, the outsole itself is rubber — chalk up another one in terms of comfort and long-lasting wearability. For a change of pace this season (and a stylish change of pace is an understatement), the Astorflex Patnoflex Travel Loafers deliver versatility, variety and yes, comfort. Sounds like your new go-to pair of summer dress shoes have arrived.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Suede Loafers from Huckberry & Astorflex Are a Refined Summer Style Move

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Just when you think you’ve found the perfect pair of men’s shoes for a summer wedding (or any other tailored engagement this season and beyond), the good folks at Huckberry enter the fray once again with a new must-buy pair of stylish men’s footwear.

And not just any pair of summer sneakers or sandals — as essential as those are, a pair of the best men’s loafers can work wonders for casually cool-yet-elevated seasonal style. Luckily, the good folks at Astorflex have you covered once again.

Astorflex men's loafers review.

Best known for making some of the coolest men’s chukka boots on the market, Astorflex is a gem of an underrated find to this day. The brand works out of a family-run factory using sustainable production methods to come up with versatile, durable and effortlessly cool footwear (click through this link here for more Astorflex reviews covering my experience with the brand).

And the Astorflex Fastflex Suede Loafers fit the bill quite nicely on all fronts, with the silhouette of a timeless penny loafer and the proper materials for an eco-conscious, summer-friendly finish.

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Like other pairs of Astorflex men’s shoes from Huckberry, these loafers are handmade in northern Italy to exacting specifications, with a hard leather outsole complimented nicely by a soft, supple unlined interior for all-day comfort.

The roughout leather on your new favorite loafers is more textured and of course, rougher than suede, with a distinctive look that should rest nicely beneath a cuffed pair of the best light wash jeans, your favorite olive chinos or even a pair of natural-hued denim.

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And for even more elevated wear, turn to the Astorflex Fastflex Suede Loafers underneath, say, a navy seersucker or cotton-blend suit for a bit of edgy-yet-polished style. While they may not feature the crepe rubber outsole of traditional Astorflex men’s boots, the streamlined Astorflex Fastflex Suede Loafers are all the better for it, offering up a new take on the classic leather penny loafer.

A fairly wide range of sizes are available, and the Astorflex Fastflex Suede Loafers are online at Huckberry now — just in time for your next summer shindig.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers – The Best Loafers for the Rest of Summer

Best loafers for men.

There are certain times in a guy’s summer pursuits when he’s got to step things up just a notch beyond more casual men’s style essentials, like, say, wearing the best summer sneakers. Yes indeed, there are times you’re going to want to step out in fresh, refined style — possibly wearing one of the best summer blazers — and when you do so, you’re going to want to be wearing a pair of the best summer loafers for men.

Although it’s the end of July, you’ll still have ample time to wear the set in question today: The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers, as sold by my good friends at Huckberry.

You very well likely know Astorflex for making some of the best men’s chukka boots or some of the most affordable sneakers for men, sure, but they’re so much more than that. The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers are a particular step up for the brand, using all of the Italy-based, family-owned company’s penchant for fine detail and craftsmanship. It starts with the use of soft European leather and environmentally friendly construction, and the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers only get better from there.

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The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers are also built on a weather-resistant rubber outsole for surprising durability from a leather loafer, while the sleek profile is dressy, sharp and as versatile as it gets. The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers feature a cleaner design than boat shoes, allowing you to style them with, say, your favorite summer suit or some of the best chinos for men in refined fashion.

And although they’re priced at a slightly higher clip than more casual boat shoes or loafers (the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers will set you back $195), you’re getting both options — in terms of rich leather colorways and versatility. You could even team the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers with stretch chino shorts and your favorite summer polo the right mix of refined and casual summer style. Don’t take my word for it, though: Make the most of the rest of the season by stepping into the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Astorflex Chukka Boots are the Perfect Fall Chukka Boots Right Now

Welcome to another quick-hitting edition of The Tuesday Steal, where today, we’re all about the best chukka boots for men to lace up as we head into early fall. Heck, this won’t be the last post on the blog this week about the best men’s boots in general (or on the best new menswear for fall), so you’d better get used to it. And yet, I’d wager the well-crafted, sustainable Astorflex Ettoflex Boots are going to be a mighty easy pair of boots to get used to wearing as we draw ever closer to Labor Day and early fall. As sold by Huckberry, they’re about everything you could ask for in a pair of the best transitional boots: Neither too lightweight nor too bulky, neither too flashy or too boring. That qualifies them handily as some of my new favorite chukka boots, and you very well might feel the same way.

If you’ve had the chance to try any Astorflex chukka boots, you’re in luck as far as that same quality and attention to detail is concerned. For starters, any and all Astorflex chukka boots are made sustainably, a huge bonus as far as fashion and function is concerned. The use of European leather only gets more impressive when you consider that it’s aged naturally for 30 days in a combination of water, bark, oak and powdered mimosa. The result is a supple and stylish leather that really lends itself quite well to a pair of the best chukka boots for men.

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The Astorflex Ettoflex Boots are also a bit more sporty than a classic pair of Astorflex chukka boots, although there’s nothing wrong with having more than one pair in your rotation. It’s the crepe wedge outsole that gives this pair of chukka boots a blend of durability, style and rugged appeal (never a bad thing to have in your footwear rotation). The roughout leather used on the Astorflex Ettoflex Boots is also tough and uniquely textured, a fitting fall style move when worn alongside, say, some Flint and Tinder jeans for a breezy late summer or early fall day.

The memory foam insole is also lined in calfskin for plenty of comfort through long fall days strolling through the park or visiting a favorite brewery. The Astorflex Ettoflex Boots are also polished enough to wear to the office in business casual situations, though. A rugged shawl cardigan and the expertly cut Flint and Tinder 365 Pants are a fine match for the well-made, versatile and exceedingly comfortable Astorflex Ettoflex Boots. What are you waiting for? If you do end up trying them out, be sure to let me know on Twitter. Here’s to the start of fall, folks!

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by Beau H.

#OOTD: How to Wear Your New Favorite Summer Boots (Seriously)

Our ongoing #OOTD series rolls on, and in perfect summer style, too. “But wait a second … boots? In the summer? How does that work?” Ahh, well, my friends … it works something like the below ensemble. A man of taste has a lot of ground to cover these days, from knowing how to wear a short-sleeve shirt to how to rock chukka boots this season. That being said, it’s fun to switch things up from straightforward summer classics every now and again as these months wear on. Today’s pick — stylish Chelsea boots from Astorflex — checks all the right boxes.  Today’s #OOTD just gets it right (in my humble opinion) on a number of fronts. Again, lightweight boots are the perfect way to build a look from the ground up, accented by an equally lightweight summer shirt and easygoing chinos. I won’t spoil the whole look, though — you’ll need to keep reading for the rest. But in this day and age, where is the below look taking you? For starters, it’s going to work quite alright to hang out around the house, the bonfire or the back patio (that’s what the stylish home speaker seen below is for). Aside from that, things are quite a bit different beyond your front door. I’d say this is the kind of go-to summer style you can wear to work from home, and you can assuredly take this look for a spin as you pick up to-go cocktails or coffee — hey, it’s the new normal, right? Sharp style is an everyday thing, and shaking things up from your reliable summer style essentials even slightly can prove useful and enjoyable. As ever, you’ve got to start things out from, quite literally, the ground up. So, let’s check out how to wear your boots this summer — enjoy, folks.

Chelsea boots to ground this outfit, teamed up with plenty other style essentials.

 

OK, folks. Who’s onboard with wearing your new favorite boots for summer as often as possible for the rest of the season? When you take a look at the men’s style essentials they’re teamed up with, it becomes all the more feasible to consider. Take an organic cotton shirt from Flint and Tinder to keep things casual and breezy, then keep that pace moving right along with organic cotton chinos in an easygoing fit and fabric (plus, a cool-as-heck Navy color). Your new favorite chinos are nothing without some classic men’s socks to accessorize alongside those lightweight Chelsea boots, so make sure you pick up a pair of those, too. Elsewhere, you’re putting plenty of style points up on the virtual scoreboard with an iconic Todd Snyder x Timex watch — it’s seriously one of the coolest watches for guys that your author has seen in some time. Because this look is suited for work or play, and for drawing up ideas at home or heading into the office via social distancing, a Bellroy work folio is going to help you keep your everyday carry essentials in check. And particularly if you’re at home (and especially if you happen to be entertaining), the best audio equipment can enliven any space — that’s where Tivoli Audio gets it done. Certainly, some stylish summer sunglasses tie this whole look together in a way that says you’re cool and stylish, but know how to buckle down when the time comes. After  all, isn’t that what every #OOTD should do?