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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Palomo 1953 Is Making Some of the Coolest, Very Best Men’s Boots Around

Palomo 1953 men's boots

It seems we tend to say this often on this Brooklyn style blog, but if ever you’ve come across a pair of men’s boots so stunning that you’ve wondered why they’re not in your current rotation, well, today’s selection fits the bill. Palomo 1953 has been popping up quite a few places as of late (notably through the digital shelves at Huckberry), and this acclaimed bootmaker is worth your time and attention.

The family-owned El Salvador company has cut its teeth (and its impressive leather hides for handsome boots) across the decades, and Huckberry rightly notes the fast-growing, aptly named brand has “quickly grown into an internationally recognized name for hand-sewn, heritage-inspired, Goodyear-welted boots.”

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We’re certainly talking refined quality and rugged-yet-dressy appeal in each stitch, notably the Palomo Edmund Plain Toe Boots shown above (and below!). The company makes use of richly crafted leathers like Horween Chromexcel, which will both develop a wonderful patina while molding to your foot with each wear.

From captoe boots to sleek Chelsea boots and the hard-working yet stylish plain-toe boots shown above, these are utterly classic silhouettes with easily wearable appeal, whether paired with charcoal wool trousers, navy chinos or expertly faded blue jeans. I’m personally a fan of the Palomo Edmund Plain Toe Boots, which should prove easy to dress up and equally at home when worn out in the field or around a roaring bonfire.

Bolstered by a Vibram rubber outsole and a keen eye for the details (including a leather midsole and full leather lining), antique brass hardware and waxed cotton laces finish off these eye-catching boots in expert fashion. Cushioned leather insoles should also offer the utmost in support that molds to your feet over time.

What’s not to love about the Palomo Edmund Plain Toe Boots, or indeed, the acclaimed heritage bootmaker in general? Try a pair on for size and discover for yourself, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Now Is the Perfect Time to Stock Up On the Best Men’s Boots (for a Discount) at Huckberry

Let’s talk about entering the fray in matters of fall footwear. The right pair of rugged boots makes all the difference, of course — come across inclement weather,slippery ground, treacherous conditions on the coast or out in the field, and you sense it right away.

Hard-wearing boots that can keep you moving swiftly on your feet, especially when paired properly with a waxed field coat, a thermal henley and canvas work pants — for instance — make all the difference, as you well know if you read this blog on the regular.


And that’s where you’re going to love the wide array of durable men’s boots for sale right now in the, well, Huckberry Sale Section, of course.

Shopping men’s boots at a discount at Huckberry is about as good as it gets, ehh? I’m personally impressed at the diversity of reliable, stylish men’s boots on sale at Huckberry at any given time, especially from trusted in-house brands like Rhodes Footwear.

There’s a dash of vintage Americana, from the classic chukka boot to the wedge-sole moc toe boot, not to mention, the hard-working nature of Vibram outsole Chelsea boots — most of which are made by Rhodes Footwear and marked down to some exceptional prices ($100 off on stylish boots for men at Huckberry, anyone?).

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The bottom line seems to be that if you haven’t found the right pair of the best men’s boots — pairs largely fit for workwear-minded pursuits but also ready to wear to a casual office when cleaned up in a pinch – now is the time to lace ’em up or step right into ’em.

Rich suede, roughout leathers, even weather-ready leather uppers tend to pop up across the array of boots at Huckberry right now, and it bears repeating that the selection is utterly impressive. I’m tempted myself to score some Vibram wedge outsole Chelsea boots or lace-up boots fit for everyday style — whether teamed with olive chinos or expertly faded denim, of course.

Sizes in some styles of on-sale men’s boots at Huckberry are going fast, as to be expected with something so essential and utterly perfect for the season at hand.

It’s lke I say most days of the week at this style blog: If you can dream it up, Huckberry has you covered, and that surely holds true from the ground up in this instance with a wide range of the best fall boots for men — on sale at Huckberry ASAP, naturally.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: These Rhodes Footwear Vibram Wedge Boots from Huckberry a Dependable Fall Footwear Move

Huckberry men's boots review.

Are you sick of talking about the best boots for men yet? I’d surely hope not, as fall presents prime opportunuties aplenty for lacing up and stepping into downright rugged, essential men’s footwear, as useful in the garage or the shop as they are in the yard or out far afield.

Perhaps the best boots for men are merely a pair you need as you strive to build the perfect bonfire and then admire your handiwork — either way, they can stand up to wind, rain, fall leaves and debris while also wearing stylishly with your favorite pair of blue jeans off the clock.

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Let’s get even more specific: The selection of men’s boots at Huckberry has long been positively outstanding, running the gamut from sleek suede chukka boots to durable moc toe boots and the handsome Rhodes Footwear Vibram Wedge Boots shown above.

It gets even better once you know your new favorite boots are on sale at Huckberry right now for a rather impressive 40 percent off — that adage we always talk about on this menswear blog about striking while the iron is hot certainly comes into play here.

The goods are certainly delivered and then some, as Huckberry’s own Rhodes Footwear takes classic silhouettes, like the lace-up work boot, the chukka boot or the plain-toe dress boot, and livens them up with premium footwear construction hailing from Leon, Mexico, arguably a hotbed for crafting some of the finest footwear for men on the plane.

The hard-wearing Rhodes Footwear Vibram Wedge Boots feature chestnut suede (be sure to treat them with waterproof suede protector), but the real winner here in matters of constructing some of the best boots for men is the use of that anti-slip, deep-lug Vibram 2060 outsole for sturdy performance, from cobblestone streets to the yard and back.

With a profile that can be dressed up slightly with olive chinos or worn in more rugged fashion with canvas work pants, the Rhodes Footwear Vibram Wedge Boots are also built out with features like bovine and suede leather lining for breathability and comfort that molds to your foot over time, right out of the box.

Huckberry notes the utterly stylish, classic Rhodes Footwear Vibram Wedge Boots also feature an anti-shock EVA foam midsole for added rebound and support. And at a price like that — under $170, marked down from $268 — you’re adding an ideal blend of style, savings and performance to your wardrobe. You can’t beat that from Huckberry now, can ya, my friends?

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Thursday Boots Captain Boots – Fresh Fall Footwear, Guaranteed

Don’t underestimate the long-running classics (or rather, modern classics) in your menswear rotation, particularly as you build your next #OOTD from the ground up by leaning on a pair of the best boots for men. And in the way of modern classics, you might say that there’s not a men’s footwear brand out there that’s made more waves — at least on a large scale — than New York City-founded, New York City-based Thursday Boots.

Thursday Boots

Founded more than a decade ago by friends who first conducted IRL boot fittings, long before they had their own shop or warehouse, the company is now certainly impressive in its range, from chukka boots to Chelsea boots to lace-up dress boots, not to mention handsome leather sneakers and a gorgeous lineup of leather jackets.

Yessir, Thursday Boots has come a long way since I first wore the brand back in Brooklyn about 11 years ago, and I’ve certainly put one of the best men’s boot brands to the test in plentiful style situations, from rock concerts to distillery visits to global travels.

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It all tends to come back around, and a pair like the OG Thursday Boots Captain Boots can speak to both modern style and the company’s evolution — lofty praise though that might be, there might not be a better combination of high-quality construction, durable materials and fair pricing than what the team dreams up to this day.

Thursday Boots men's boots.

And what the team has dreamed up is certainly dynamic, formidable, fashionable and functional across a wide range of silhouettes, an expansion from years past. There’s the captoe design of the Captain Boots, the crisp plain-toe lace-up construction of the Thursday Boots President Boots, the combat boot-esque appeal of the Captain StormKing Boots, the hard-wearing moc toe design of the Diplomat Boots and even dressy wingtip boots.

Toss in the handsome and ultra-premium Black Label Challenger lineup, and there’s assuredly a pair of Thursday Boots men’s boots out there for every sense of taste and style — and that only covers lace-up varieties.

With your new favorite boot brand (or perhaps, old favorite boot brand!), the fun certainly keeps going, and that extends to warm-weather-friendly sneakers, traditional loafers and boat shoes, and a wide array of outerwear, from the classic denim jacket to the edgy moto jacket.

The Thursday Boots Captain Boots are as straightforward and stylish as it gets, featuring Rugged and Resilient leather — among a dizzying array of leather construction options — plus Goodyear welted construction. The glove leather interior is supple and easy to break in right out of the box, and the shock-absorbing insole design acts as intended.

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The studded rubber outsole is a durable design feature that’s proven a favorite of mine, while the use of Kevlar blend laces takes durability to another level. Better still is the fact that your selection of most any pair of Thursday Boots for men will lend itself to an eye-catching, personable patina over time.

Yes indeed, if you’ve yet to try the utterly impressive Thursday Boots Captain Boots — or any other pair on offer from the fan-favorite brand — now’s an ideal time to retool your foowear lineup for fall. Expect much more to come on Thursday Boots in the season ahead.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wolverine 1000 Mile Legacy Pavedway Boots – A Reinvented, Rugged Classic

As fall drifts into town and the leaves turn, one thing is clear, at least to this Brooklyn style writer: You’re going to need a great pair of the best boots for men this fall, and you’re going to need them ASAP.

In times I like these, I like to reach for and lace up dependable boots from equally dependable brands, like the good folks at Wolverine — based in my home state of Michigan, this is a company that knows a thing or two about heritage boots, especially in a state where they happen to be a multi-season essential.

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The Wolverine 1000 Mile line is legendary in its own right, taking the work boot silhouette and livening it up with ultra-premium leathers and handsome construction. The silhouette has been tweaked over the years, as you might have read in past Wolverine boots reviews on this site, and yet another tweak arrives in the form of the Wolverine 1000 Mile Legacy Pavedway Boots just in time for prime boot-led style.

The very name itself nods to the first highway criss-crossing the state of Michigan, a fitting tribute to the auto heritage of the state at large — the company says these boots were “thoughtfully designed to handle the miles ahead.”

And these stylish men’s boots offer plenty of design touches built for long-lasting durability, including Goodyear-welted construction for resoleability, plus a PU wedge outsole for support and comfort all day (and night) long. The use of a premium full-grain leather upper also lends a durable nature to these boots, which should develop a handsome patina over time (starting this fall, of course).

Moc toe stitching and contrast stitching throughout, plus a reinforced heel, provide added utility and toughness to a pair of boots that could prove as fit for the job site as for a rock concert. And that’s another thing to love about potentially your new favorite pair of boots — reliable style options aplenty abound, whether you select rich Tan leather, the classic Brown leather shown above, or a sleek, edgy pair of black boots.

And whether you style the Wolverine 1000 Mile Legacy Pavedway Boots with dark blue denim, charcoal jeans or olive chinos alongside a thermal henley and a trucker jacket, I’d wager you’re going to love the comfort, reliability and sturdy toughness found in every stitch of these fall-ready boots If you do end up scoring a pair, let me know in the comments below.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Amberjack Is Making Some of the Best Sneaker Boots Around With Its New Element Hybrid Shoes

Amberjack men's sneakerboots review.

For as much as the fall season is about getting back to wearing your favorite boots in brisk fall weather, it’s also about optimizing comfort and versatility (there’s that word, optimizing) in your footwear game. There’s a time and a place for sturdy work boots, for elegant Chelsea boots and for rugged lace-up boots, and there’s a time — especially when traveling from point A to point B, as I have these days — for going big on comfort and wearability.

Some brands, like Amberjack, make it a major priority to serve up comfort and style in spades, and that certainly holds true with the pair of footwear (or pairs, rather) in the spotlight today. Inquiring minds, scroll on.

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One of the latest releases from the New York City-designed brand fuses the company’s famed emphasis on athletic footwear with technology with an ultra-lightweight, tech-savvy yet stylish knit upper in a sneakerboot design, and across the past two weeks (as you’ve perhaps seen on my Instagram), I’ve put the Amberjack Element Boots to the test in fine fashion.

From suede chukka boots to sneakers to the proprietary technology found in its sleek leather loafers and dress, my past Amberjack reviews have found that comfort is indeed king, and these stylish men’s sneakerboots pass muster in that regard, too.

The use of a waterproof stretch knit upper pairs perfectly with its performance EVA outsole, while heat-activated midsole technology serves up all-day support and rebound potential. The padded heel collar also has proven supremely comfortable and supportive through my cross-country travels, and the easy-lace system is streamlined, rather than cumbersome.

Amberjack men's dress shoes review.

I also appreciate the soft-impact heel technology and the anti-slip rubber pads — and yes, the Amberjack Element Boots are indeed as waterproof as the company says. Full-grain leather panels add a dressy dash of flair to these men’s sneakerboots, and the Chestnut pair I selected wears well with everything from navy or olive chinos to khaki five-pocket pants and of course, classic dark blue denim.

As Amberjack sagely says, “you don’t have to choose between style and comfort,” and that’s a great thing in my book. If you’ve tried Amberjack men’s dress shoes before, you know what you’re getting into — in the best way possible, that is. And if you haven’t yet stepped into fresh men’s shoes from Amberjack, the Amberjack Element Boots are as great a place to start as any. Go forward in style and with comfort in mind, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: These Rhodes Vibram Chelsea Boots Blend the Rugged and the Refined With Ease

Best Chelsea boots for men.

If you haven’t come around to it yet, the time is upon us to step up your boot game and step into fall — the best season for the best menswear, from durable henleys to hearty flannel shirts, rugged waxed jackets, expertly cut jeans, field coats and yes, boots upon boots. If you know where to look, sorting out your fall footwear rotation — at a discount, of course — is easier than it look.

And of course, the good folks at Huckberry come through with a thoughtfully curated and well-designed selection of handsome men’s boots, which have been a key topic of discussion here on this Brooklyn style blog, of course. Right at the intersection of durable work boots and stylish everyday Chelsea boots rests the durability of these Vibram outsole mini-lug boots — perhaps better suited for a rock concert or an autumnal distillery tour, but durable and rugged all the same.

Delivered in eye-catching Hickory leather, Huckberry notes these dependable boots (which are now marked down to $211 in a wide range of sizes) are ” a modern staple that strikes the balance between sharp looks and everyday utility.” Sounds like a good deal to me, ehh?

The Rhodes Footwear Vibram 430 Mini Lug Sole Boots are but the latest addition to the Huckerry-designed Rhodes Footwear line, which also features refined suede chukka boots, moc toe boots, lace-up dress boots and naturally, stylish Chelsea boots aplenty.

Crafted in Leon, Mexico, one of the premier footwear craftsmanship destinations in the country, your new favorite Chelsea boots are built with resoleable Goodyear welt construction, while the outsole itself should prove lightweight — and in fact, the good folks at Huckberry note sagely that the design “tracks less dirt but still provides trusted durability.”

Again, not a bad deal for discounted, hard-wearing Chelsea boots from a retailer you can trust, right? Here’s to the season at hand and yet another standout pair of reliable boots from your favorite online menswear shop.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: These Viberg Service Boots are as Classic As It Gets For Your Fall Boot Game

Viberg men's boots review.

When you come across a true style classic worthy of investment, you sense the difference right away. That goes for some of the best menswear must-haves around, like the perfect pair of selvedge denim, the best chambray shirt, an expertly tailored jacket or of course, the stylish and utterly jaw-dropping Viberg men’s boots shown above.

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The Canadian company boasts decades of exceptional heritage and quality in every stitch, every outsole, every luxurious leather upper, and the Viberg Service Boots might just be the flagship style for your fall boot game, with the specs to match. Uncovering hidden gems and even gems that are hidden in plain sight is the name of the game with our Friday series, after all, and there’s never been a better time to start breaking in some legendary leather boots ahead of fall, ehh?

With the lace-up design of the work boot or trench boot-style looks of the Viberg Service Boots, the company seems to have outdone itself again, using benchmade construction that certainly justifies the steep price tag, at least in my experience wearing Viberg men’s boots over the years.

The Viberg Service Boots boast Chromexcel combination-tanned leather infused with oils and waxes in several handsome variations of leather tone, each sure to get better with age while developing a distinctive patina.

The heritage bootmaker says these eye-catching boots — as wearable with dark blue denim as with stretch chinos and an Oxford shirt, are a hallmark of the company, “measured in its build, consistent in execution.” That sounds ideal for your boot rotation this season and in the years beyond, does it not?

Complete with the company’s signature Stitchdown construction and set on its own 2030 last, these stylish men’s boots are absurdly built to last – to say the very least, my friends. The question is, will you make ’em part of your own style rotation this season? Happy shopping, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get these Handsome Beckett Simonon Chelsea Boots for 20 Percent Off Retail Prices

Is there ever any time quite like the present to step into a new season wholeheartedly and with classic-yet-modern style in mind? Of course, if you read this style blog, the adage might be that it’s a “good day to have a good day” — to think about the style essentials and the footwear that will lift you from one season to the next.

Trends be damned, the best Chelsea boots for men still have staying power, with sleek good looks and sharp style aplenty — both made all the better by expert construction and a standout price from the likes of direct-to-consumer footwear giants Beckett Simonon.

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Plentiful pairs of lace-up boots, chukka boots, sneakers and even sneaker-boots are made by the DTC retailer, each pair made to order at prices that would put a larger retailer to shame. You’ve assuredly read about Beckett Simonon men’s boots on this very blog, and I’ve worn pairs of Beckett Simonon boots for about a decade, myself. That includes moc toe boots as well as Chelsea boots and chic men’s leather sneakers, each as wearable with blue jeans or stretch chinos as the next pair, at least in my book.

That makes the Beckett Simonon Bolton Chelsea Boots all that much more special, blending savings of about 20 percent off — compared to other designer Chelsea boots for men — with streamlined, stylish construction and supple design details you can really feel (and see). Try that all on for size, and you might realize these boots are a dressy-yet-versatile style essential deserving of your footwear rotation.

Crafted from water-repellent suede and featuring soft fully lined leather interior construction, these boots are about as timeless as it gets, provided you style them with slim-straight jeans or else olive chinos, for instance – let the boots, not the denim, do the talking this season, my friends.

Gold tannery-rated Italian suede gives them a serious edge, while the dressy profile lends itself to a crisp, cool finish beneath the hem of light grey flannel wool trousers, navy chinos or a charcoal suit — yes, these stylish men’s Chelsea boots can do it all, and it’s your turn to snag the Beckett Simonon Bolton Chelsea Boots online now at a discount.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Astorflex Moc Toe Boots from Huckberry Will Carry You Right Into Fall

There’s a right way to ease into fall, assuredly, and it often starts from the ground up. While it’s still plenty sweltering across much of the country, when fall finally does roll into town, you’ll assuredly know it, and you’ll want the best menswear essentials along for the ride. Consider it a welcome day indeed to wear your favorite henley, your best flannel shirt, your tried-and-true pair of denim… and of course, your favorite pair of leather boots.

Your white canvas sneakers or white leather sneakers are valuable in the spring and summer, but the best men’s boots for fall step things up in another way entirely (pun intended).

As rugged and functional as they are utterly stylish, you’re going to want dependable boots on your feet when the time comes — the pair above from both Huckberry and Astorflex seems to pass muster in my opinion, do they not?

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Crafted in a family-owned European factory notable for using sustainable materials like crepe rubber outsoles in its best-selling, utterly classic chukka boots, this pair of moc toe boots delivers a sturdier look and feel for brisk autumn days, among other benefits to you, the stylish wearer.

The Astorflex Teoflex Moc Toe Boots are but the latest and greatest pair of boots for men from the Huckberry-approved brand, built with handcrafted, Italian-made detailing from rich nubuck leather.

The key here is the use of oiled bovine nubuck leather, along with the craftsmanship that makes the Astorflex company at large so special. As Huckberry notes, these boots were “handmade by the Travenzoli family—the source for some of Italy’s finest leather footwear for seven generations,” which is never a bad source of pedigree to have in your footwear rotation.

Set on a crepe rubber outsole — not unlike other pairs of the best boots from Astorflex, these boots will take on their own handsome patina over time, with sturdy moc toe construction and easy-to-use speed lace hooks at the upper.

A fresh take on the classic work boot could be just what your wardrobe needs, whether worn with expertly faded denim or olive stretch chinos and a chambray shirt. Take the Astorflex Teoflex Moc Toe Boots, make ’em your own and watch as they get better with age — that’s what the best fall fashion for men is all about, my friends.