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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: You’ll Want to Wear These (Discounted) Utility Pants from Line of Trade All Season Long

Has there ever been a better time to step out wearing rugged, utilitarian pants that meet the mantle of form and function? Fall’s many pursuits, which we love so dearly here at this Brooklyn style blog — from whiskey bar visits to park strolls and leaf-peeping — call for gear that’s fit for the season, with a touch more texture, rugged appeal and sturdy style than what you’d wear in the spring and summer.

Of course, the good folks at Bespoke Post and Line of Trade know all about the best menswear for fall (and beyond), with Line of Trade’s hearty focus on Americana style proving utterly perfect for the season at hand (at least, in my experience).

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The Line of Trade Utility Pants, which you can now find online discounted via the famed New York City retailer, are well-suited for autumnal pursuits and then some — all of the above very much included. The fact that you can score a pair of the Line of Trade Utility Pants on sale now is a heck of an added bonus, but the dependable specs make ’em a downright steal no matter the full price.

The Line of Trade Utility Pants, you see, feature durable fabrication you can count on to resist wind, rain, abrasions, dirt and debris (and spilled beer or whiskey, mind you). The 12 oz heavy grain cotton twill offers what Bespoke Post calls “uncompromising longevity and classic workwear looks,” and I’d have to agree with that sentiment.

The company went so far as to reinforce the knee patches for extra durability, while the classic (but not baggy!) fit offers plenty of room to move.

The Line of Trade Utility Pants are bolstered by carefully considered design touches meant to hold tools or your everyday carry, including front slash pockets, two large back pockets and a utility tool pocket. And since the details make the difference when it comes to the best work pants for men, the Line of Trade Utility Pants are fashioned with a custom leather back patch.

Color options like the handsome Raven pair up well with burnished brown Chelsea boots, dependable pull-on leather work boots or perhaps even chunky olive green high-top sneakers for off-duty pursuits.

And while sizes are selling quickly when it comes to the Line of Trade Utility Pants, there are still some options available online at Bespoke Post as far as the best men’s work pants are concerned. Act wisely and swiftly to amp up your seasonal wardrobe in highly reliable fashion, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Enter to Win This $10K Vintage Rolex at Bespoke Post With Every Dollar Spent

The concept is simple with today’s stylish, ultra-covetable discount: Spend more, earn more (chances to win, that is). It’s an investment proposition of sorts from the good folks at Bespoke Post, all-around purveyors of some of the coolest gear for guys, period.

That includes a monthly series of the best subscription boxes for men, but the possibilities are nearly limitless if you scour the site long enough — and they make and sell so much of the best gear for guys, that each purchase puts you in the running for something as enviable as it gets.

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Bespoke Post teamed up with luxury watch authenticators and resellers Bezel on a Bespoke Post vintage watch giveaway, and namely, the chance to win a $10K vintage 1997 Rolex Submariner. How’s that for a heck of a deal, with one entry for every $1 spent?

The 1997 ref. 14060, 40mm Oystersteel Submariner is a modern marvel, complete with a black tritium dial with some subtle aging if you look closely. It’s a tantalizing prospect as far as a watch and a giveaway-worthy opportunity is concerned, complete with the chance to also take home $5K in cold, hard cash via the Bespoke Post vintage watch giveaway.

You’ve got until October 31st to enter to win (entry via purchase through Bespoke Post on some of the best gear for guys, that is).

As if that wasn’t cool enough, the watch itself comes with its original box and papers, while it’s billed as coming in excellent condition overall.

Throw in that extra cash for good measure — plus the simple opportunity to score some of your new favorite style picks of the season when you enter the Bespoke Post vintage watch giveaway, and you could make the case it’s one of the coolest, sharpest things the much-loved online retailer has ever done.

Let’s say we take a closer look at the Bespoke Post vintage watch giveaway via your online purchase, and may the best guy or gal win this handsome watch.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Rugged Line of Trade Chore Jacket Is a Prime Fall Layering Move from Bespoke Post

Best chore jackets for men to buy this fal

As you join me in scouring the market for the best autumnal menswear, keep in mind that versatility and utility can go hand in hand with rugged style points aplenty. There’s a reason we keep saying it’s the best season for menswear, what with its rich potential for layering, dependable fashion and plain old good looks — and if your wardrobe leans more casual for seasonal getaways aplenty, then one of the best chore coats, especially one from my good friends at Bespoke Post and Line of Trade, can assuredly deliver the goods.

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You very well might be surprised at how much wear you can get out of a piece like the Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat, a newfound favorite from the in-house Americana brand at Bespoke Post.

Crafted for the modern man who’s as at ease at home in the city or at a downtown cocktail bar as he is strolling along wooded trails during a cabin getaway, the handsome and utterly stylish Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat is also a downright steal at just about $70 right now.

Yes indeed, compared to other style selections on the market that echo similar style and craftsmanship, the hard-working Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat takes the cake as far as the best chore coats for men are concerned. With the Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat, it starts, as always, with the fabrication and construction. Broken-in 100 percent soft-washed cotton construction gives it a true lived-in look and feel, especially in a classic shade of military-inspired olive.

That colorway means the Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat should wear well with everything from deep blue indigo jeans to light tan or rust chinos, and grey canvas work pants and trusty Blundstone leather boots should deliver the style points you need on the go.

Three patch pockets, including one with a helpful button at the chest, provide critical everyday carry storage space, while the foldover collar is a classic touch you can use to fight back against fall breezes when layered over a thermal henley or a durable chambray shirt. For completely reliable and utterly classic style you can certainly trust, the Line of Trade Cooper Chore Coat gets the job done — and then some, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Tivoli Audio Model III Bluetooth Clock Is an Instant Living Room Upgrade

We talk often on this Brooklyn style blog about the right style essentials to upgrade your daily life — on the road with new boots or a rugged weekender bag, out on the town dressed in style in a merino cardigan, or lounging at home in cozy, comfortable jogger pants (to name but a few scenarios).

But just as you consider the beer in your fridge or the whiskey in your bar cart, perhaps you (like me!) appreciate the finer things in life when it comes to high-end audio and hi-fi listening.

And while my Brooklyn apartment (which you can see from time to time on my Instagram!) also features vinyl turntable and two crates of records, the space I share with my lovely Mary has also been outfitted with more than one of the best Bluetooth speakers on the market. The speaker in question comes from under-the-radar, Northeast-based audio pioneers Tivoli Audio, who I’ve covered in the past at Maxim.com, and who I now wholeheartedly recommend through the pages of this very men’s style blog.

And in my experience, the company delivers some of the best, most high-quality and simply crystal-clear, rich and pleasant audio on the market — and it just so happens that the Tivoli Audio Model III Bluetooth Speaker has enough juice and enough of the right specs to make for a wildly pleasing listening experience in your den, your living room, your bedroom or your office this autumn (and well beyond).

Naturally, it makes sense that the good folks at Bespoke Post tracked down this retro alarm clock-meets-modern Bluetooth speaker, given its handsome profile and stunning performance.

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The Tivoli Audio Model III Bluetooth Speaker should check all the right boxes if you value crisp, clean and warm style and sound in one bookshelf-sized package, and it comes complete with USB charging ports, AM/FM radio capabilities, a built-in clock face and a stylish contrasting wooden build. The hardware is premium and delivered in a matte finish, and the entire package comes complete with a tuner for further sound clarity.

As Bespoke Post so sagely notes, “beneath its retro exterior lies modern functionality,” and the Tivoli Audio Model III Bluetooth Speaker is the total package if you value a seriously upgraded, modern listening experience. And the best part? You’ve got plenty of time to add this elegant piece to your space ahead of the holiday season.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Line of Trade Sweater from Bespoke Post is an Expertly Crafted Style Steal

Best fall sweaters for men.

As we move into the best season for layering and menswear overall, I’d urge you — like me! — to take a good look at your roster of menswear essentials. Hopefully, that roster includes pieces fit for layering like one of the best sweaters for men.

There’s a wide world out there when it comes to men’s sweaters, from the hard-working shawl cardigan to the office-ready V-neck sweater and the layering friendly merino wool crewneck, to name but a few options I personally love.

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At times though, you need to up the ante even further with rugged texture and burly construction in mind. That’s where you’re going to find precisely what you need on this fine fall Sunday at Bespoke Post — enter the handsome Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, a discounted steal that delivers plenty of great looks and functionality in a durable package.

The Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, fashioned from a ribbed blend of cotton and acrylic for texture, stretch and softness, positively delivers the rugged good looks every collection of sweaters needs this season, from the ribbed crewneck collar to the ribbed cuffs for a perfect fit and eye-catching style.

And unlike wool sweaters, the Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater should prove able to be layered comfortable atop a long-sleeve tee and beneath a denim jacket, for instance — all without overheating, which is sometimes a concern with beefy wool sweaters.

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The set-in sleeves are a prime example of craftsmanship, the kind not often found on a sweater that retails for less than $50 on sale. Bespoke Post even recommends you wear the hard-working, layering-ready Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater atop a buttondown shirt (say, a white Oxford shirt), and that look should deliver style that’s as casually rugged as it is ready for a date night on the town.

Available right now in both Green Oak and Charcoal Heather, either option provides autumn-approved versatility and variety, with the functionality and warmth to match. For the season at hand, it doesn’t get better in terms of savings than this stylish Bespoke Post sweater.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Flannel Shirt Is Your New Everyday Go-To This Season

The right wardrobe for fall calls for reliability and rugged appeal — the sort of pieces, as we so often talk about, that you can wear consistently and stylishly, especially in these increasingly casual times.

So, while a dress shirt or even a chambray-style dress shirt can often suffice in the dressiest situations out there, one of the best flannel shirts is a wise move to keep close at hand as your “daily driver,” so to speak.

And when you find a stylish men’s flannel shirt, one that you can wear with corduroy trousers as easily as with dark blue jeans, that’s just the ticket. As I’ve found out over these past few weeks putting stylish new fall gear to the test, well, that’s where my friends at Bespoke Post and Line of Trade can help out.

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Throw in the fact that the best men’s flannel shirts are often made with affordability and comfort in mind — and a lightweight build compared to. say, flannel shirt jackets — then you’re in business and on the go.

At least, all of those attributes hold true with one of my favorite flannel shirts, the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt.

As you’ll recall if you’ve had the chance to try out one of these standout flannel shirts — or any product from the Bespoke Post-approved brand, for that matter — then you’ll know that there’s a combination of style, classically rugged appeal and, in the case of the newest edition of the Summit Flannel Shirt, a supreme focus on ultra-soft brushed cotton flannel.

The Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt gets its standout quality from the use of soft brushed cotton flannel, the kind that’s lightweight enough to wear on its own and yet able to layer easily atop a thermal henley or beneath a stretch cotton blazer.

It doesn’t hurt that your new favorite flannel shirt comes in a handful of classic plaid patterns as sold by Bespoke Post (and you can also pick it up directly through Line of Trade, as luck would have it).

In my experience, the handsome Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt is nearly the perfect flannel shirt, with a lighter weight than a classic shirt jacket and a look that more than readily wears well with everything from a charcoal blazer to a durable pair of blue jeans. When you want quality that won’t quit, in a timeless plaid design and featuring super-soft fabric, look out for the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt — it’s your new daily driver, as they say.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket is a Certified Early Fall Style Classic

If there’s been one theme as of late on this Brooklyn style blog, it’s that it’s never too early to start thinking ahead as far as the best fall menswear essentials are concerned — they call it “shoulder season” for a reason, after all, and a classic-meets-modern retailer like Bespoke Post assuredly has you covered for seasonal style situations aplenty.

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The New York City brand, which is famous for delivering some of the best online subscription boxes for men, has plenty going for it in its own right these days, including a full lineup of durable, Americana-inspired menswear via Line of Trade.

If you’ve kept up with my Line of Trade reviews on this blog, you’ll know that you can shop the brand via its own site or else through Bespoke Post, and with the new Line of Trade Fall Collection hitting digital shelves, the time has never been more optimal to shop one of the best waxed jackets for men — the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket certainly fits the bill for rugged fashion ahead of brisk days and nights ahead.

The hard-wearing, hard-working Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket starts off with durable 10 oz waxed cotton canvas on the outside, finished off with a soft, warm heavyweight cotton flannel lining.

Dependable details like brass shank buttons lend it both rugged appeal and utility, while the waxed jacket on the tough-as-nails Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket will begin to develop its own patina from the first time you try it on (think of the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket as a different take on the shorter cut of, say, the famed Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket).

A contrasting brushed cotton twill collar lends a sense of heritage style and timeless design, while slant hip pockets are accented by a single button chest pocket for your everyday carry essentials.

This utterly classic jacket is a perfect homage to old-school ranch jackets, the kind you could wear to really get down and dirty — and yet, with an updated fit, it’s suitable for wearing atop a thermal henley for a brewery or distillery visit, and you can surely take the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket out into the field, upstate and back again while breaking it in with each passing wear.

Best of all might be the fact that the water and wind-resistant build of this jacket is fairly priced at $168 — that’s a downright steal considering the wear you can get out of what could just become your new favorite fall jacket. Here’s to the approach of the best season in menswear, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Bespoke Post Is Now Offering a Discount on these Rugged SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots

Best sneaker boots for men.

Stepping from one season from the next — from late summer into very early fall — is often as simple as making your transition from the ground up.

So while items like classic blue jeans and a sturdy henley are men’s style essentials well-suited for multiple seasons, it’s sometimes a wise move to work a pair of rugged leather boots (or in this case, stylish sneaker boots) back into your rotation slowly but surely — as summer wanes and fall approaches, of course. And there might not be a pair of men’s sneaker boots as well suited for the moment at hand as the SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots.

As you might recall if you read this Brooklyn style blog frequently, Bespoke Post and SeaVees teamed up on the perfect pair of men’s winter boots at the end of 2023 – as luck would have it, select pairs of the handsome SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots are still up for grabs as summer draws to a close.

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The SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots are now 50 percent off, with sizes going fast in two exclusive Bespoke Post colorways, designs that the upstart NYC retailer says were “inspired by the SeaVees ‘60s-era “California cool,” reflecting the shared commitment to quality and innovation from both companies.

The result? An on-sale pair of rugged, adventure-ready footwear that starts with a durable oiled leather upper blended with water-resistant Ventile cotton canvas. The SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots also boast a hard-wearing natural rubber lug outsole for maximum traction on hiking trails, rocky coastline and dewy fall morning grass, while eye-catching touches like rawhide leather laces finish off the dependable SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots in stylish fashion.

The design takes its cues from SeaVees’ popular Mammoth and Mariner Boots, but features touches exclusive to Bespoke Post, including an embossed heel logo. With an ankle-high design and sturdy construction, these hard-working boots are well-suited for everything from late summer yard work to early fall tailgates and brewery beers.

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And for 50 percent off right now, it’s almost an imperative that you score a pair of the SeaVees Sierra Adventure Boots while they’re still around (although take heed, since sizes are rolling away quickly). Welcome the season at hand from the ground up, as we’ve said, and you’ll be more ready for fall than ever before.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Line of Trade Madras Shirt is an On-Sale Style Steal to End Summer

Best madras shirt for men.

Summer’s last gasp, that sprint to the finish before Labor Day, still brings with it opportunities aplenty to style your favorite summer menswear essentials — and perhaps pick up a piece or two to keep handy when the time rolls around for a warm-weather getaway.

Preparation makes perfect, which is why I often scour the Bespoke Post Sale section for finds that work in the current season at hand, as well as future seasons — and that’s where the Americana-inspired designers at Line of Trade tend to come in handy with classics made modern, as you well know if you’ve read this New York menswear blog.

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The brand, originally started by Bespoke Post (and now also shoppable on its own Web site), takes throwback styles and updates them with better fits and fabrics, like the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt. Madras is an iconic fabric with a history stretching back to India, one that eventually made its way into modern menswear as a New England prep style staple (as Bespoke Post so sagely notes).

You can now inject a bit of that style into your own late summer rotation with the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt, and you can do it all for more than 50 percent off. That means certain colors and sizes of the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt are selling mighty quickly at the moment, so take heed.

And yet, the good news is, Line of Trade menswear tends to be quite affordable in its own right, particularly if you scour the Bespoke Post Sale section for other in-season style staples made by Line of Trade. This stylish shirt was also part of a Bespoke Post subscription box offering earlier this season, as seen below, but this handsome madras shirt is all yours for the taking on its own right now — and from one of my favorite online menswear retailers, no less.

In the meantime, the yarn-dyed lightweight cotton of your new favorite summer buttondown shirt should prove plenty easygoing at the beach, at a BBQ or strolling the coastline — chino shorts and canvas sneakers or stylish leather boat shoes would prove worthy companions for this modern update to a timeless style.

If I were you, I’d jump at the chance to greet the end of summer in style with a fast-selling, easy-to-wear Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Bespoke Post x Rancourt Leather Moc Shoes are An Ode to Heritage Craftsmanship

Coming off the Fourth of July weekend, perhaps your mind has been focused on the best USA-made menswear — besides hot dogs and beer and fireworks, of course.

Or rather, perhaps you’ve been focused on menswear made the right way, the better way — not the easy way, but with care, craftsmanship and just a few extra steps in mind. That’s where Bespoke Post goes big-time with its first-ever collaboration with longtime Northeast footwear purveyors Rancourt & Co.

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It can be valuable to rethink your men’s style rotation in that way from time to time, starting from the ground up with your footwear — beyond just canvas sneakers or leather espadrilles this summer. And in that regard, there’s Rancourt & Co., a brand with a long lineage when it comes to crafting some of the very best shoes for men, from handsome boots to timeless leather loafers, moccasins and even heritage-inspired sneakers.

That makes the new Bespoke Post x Rancourt Bison Leather Ranger Moc Shoes all the more special: They’re made with pride and limited to just 100 pairs, all the while merging Bespoke Post’s keen eye for sometimes-overlooked brands with the rich quality that Rancourt & Co. consistently delivers.

Hand-sewn in Lewiston, Maine, these pleasingly rugged moc shoes are about as good as it gets, using grain-side and flesh-side bison leather for plenty of texture and eye-catching appeal, then molding that leather into a classic three-eye moc design.

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That means the build of the Bespoke Post x Rancourt Bison Leather Ranger Moc Shoes is somewhere between a classic two-eye boat shoe and perhaps a more rugged chukka boot — it can be worn easily with selvedge denim or olive canvas fatigue trousers, with a chunky build that looks right at home all the while.

Meanwhile, the two-tone leather upper will age wonderfully over time, while the option to trade in either boot laces or suede laces gives the Bespoke Post x Rancourt Bison Leather Ranger Moc Shoes even more casual, retro cool and versatility. Bear in mind, the handsome and impossibly stylish Bespoke Post x Rancourt Bison Leather Ranger Moc Shoes are limited to just 100 pairs via Bespoke Post — act quickly to give your seasonal footwear rotation a shot in the arm.