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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wolverine 1000 Mile Plain Toe Rugged Boots – A Superb Fall Style Move

Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots review.

It can be difficult, as we discuss often, to improve upon a classic like a pair of the best boots for men — and in my experience, the famed Wolverine 1000 Mile lineup of boots certainly fits the bill in that regard. I’ve been wearing Wolverine 1000 Mile men’s boots for more than a decade now — dating back to my college days in Michigan — and the Western Michigan brand still delivers in matters of quality, craftsmanship and superb style.

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That also holds true with the new Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots, a standout fall style move that manages to improve upon a classic in a major way. Granted, the Wolverine 1000 Mile lineup of boots is already plenty tough to beat, with hard-wearing construction, classic good looks and some of the finest bootmaking processes stitched into every pair.

And yet, the Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots amp things up in a few key ways — all the better to lace up a pair with your favorite selvedge jeans or canvas work pants as you take on a fall weekend cabin getaway (to name but one seasonal pursuit). The Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots feature resoleable Goodyear welt construction for long-lasting quality and durability, and that construction is accented by a rugged, treaded Vibram outsole.

Wolverine 1000 Mile men's boots review.

The Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots are also built with truly exceptional Horween leather from Chicago, and then handcrafted with plenty of care. It’s a difference you can feel in every pair of the Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots, at least in my experience with the brand.

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And these boots, although they rest on a different outsole, still share the same pedigree and toughness that’s made the 1000 Mile line a favorite since 1914 — yes, 1914! That’s a long legacy of delivering some of the best men’s boots, my friends.

With Wolverine, and with the Wolverine 1000 Mile Rugged Boots — which should age handsomely and patina nicely with every wear — you can be absolutely sure you’re investing in quality, versatility and timeless appeal. ‘Tis the season to find your new favorite boots.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots – A New Must-Have Pair of Boots for Fall

Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots review.

Whenever I come across a standout pair of rugged leather boots, I tend to pay close attention — and few pairs of boots catch my eye quite like those that hail from Michigan’s own Wolverine, a famed work boot company with a penchant for performance, durability and handsome appeal.

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Yes indeed, they make some of the best boots for men on the market, and the new Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots live up to that pedigree quite nicely. These stylish wedge sole men’s boots mark the fourth collaboration between the iconic bourbon company and the famed bootmaker, and they’ve got all the hallmarks of your new favorite pair of boots.

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As the company notes, the Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots were “inspired by the rich caramel and wood notes of Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year,” with rugged good looks and style points to match.

This particular pair builds off the famed 1000 Mile silhouette, and uses luxe leather in a distinctly bourbon-esque shade. Of course, the brand notes that they’ll “develop a patina and a
unique character with time,” and that makes them more than worth the surprisingly agreeable $249 price tag.

A hand-numbered, woven label on the tongue sets apart each pair of the Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots, which are also finished off with vintage-inspired hardware and contrast stitching for plenty of style points.

As with other pairs of my favorite Wolverine leather boots, the Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots team stylishly with your go-to, expertly faded blue jeans or with tobacco-hued stretch chinos, for instance.

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And just like legendary Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, the Wolverine x Old Rip Van Winkle 1000 Mile Boots are built to stand the test of time — do yourself a favor and join me in securing your set of these must-have men’s boots for fall, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Rugged Frye Chelsea Boots Are an Essential Pair for Fall

There’s nothing quite like finding one of the best pairs of men’s boots for fall, and seeing as we’ve just passed the first day of autumn on the seasonal menswear highway, so to speak, well, the time is upon us.

Luckily for all of us — including your humble editor here at The Style Guide — Massachusetts-based Frye has just what the doctor ordered when it comes to a pair of the best Chelsea boots for men, a versatile style fit to be dressed up or down with ease.

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And with the Frye Tyler Flex Chelsea Boots, the specs and the style points only get better from there, as this pair of stylish men’s boots just hit the New Arrivals section of the luxe, long-running brand. The Northeast company says your new favorite boots for fall blend “timeless quality with modern design,” and one look at this handsome pair backs up that claim quite easily.

Best men's Chelsea boots for fall.

The Frye Tyler Flex Chelsea Boots build off the already-popular Frye Tyler Boots, yet this time, they feature a flexible rubber outsole for a smoother ride and a more comfortable fit. That also makes the Frye Tyler Flex Chelsea Boots a surprisingly lightweight pair of Chelsea boots for men, at least in my experience, while the leather lining should prove supremely comfortable right out of the box.

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And with the Frye Tyler Flex Chelsea Boots, you can be sure you’re getting top-notch design and quality: The profile is refined enough to wear with stretch chinos or dress trousers at the office, yet like other pairs of my favorite Frye boots, these are rugged enough to rock with jeans and one of your favorite henleys.

Add in the fact that the Frye Tyler Flex Chelsea Boots are priced fairly at well under $300, and you’re looking at a standout pair of stylish men’s boots for fall — I can nearly guarantee it, folks.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save Big On these Stylish Leather Boots from Hambleton & American Trench

When I scour the market for the sort of menswear essentials I can trust every day, I often start with retailers that go above and beyond the norm — retailers like American Trench, producers and purveyors of some of the best men’s fashion out there.

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That goes for the brand’s selection of in-house wares, including its famed American Trench Coat and a selection of durable, soft socks and knitwear. That also holds true for the sort of brands that the Philadelphia company sells, including trusted partners like Hambleton.

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Not familiar? You’ve got reason to be: The company hails from Ryan Vaughan and Joe Pollard, industry vets and footwear experts — all that prowess translates handsomely into the Hambleton No. 1. in Natural leather, some of the best boots for men that I’ve come across as of late.

And the even better news? Your new favorite leather boots are now on sale for 35 percent off, a markdown to $295 from their investment-worthy price of $450.

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But why spend nearly $300 on stylish leather even boots, even when on sale? Dear reader, I’m glad you asked. The Hambleton No. 1. in Natural (found in the American Trench sale section for a limited time) have all the makings of a standout pair of leather boots, starting with the rugged-yet-refined Napa Excel Honey leather in a rich oiled finish.

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It’s a distinctive process that will lend itself to an eye-catching patina over time, while trusty Vibram soles and a secure Goodyear welt ensures extreme quality (and the potential for a future resole process). Across the board, the handsome Hambleton No. 1. in Natural hit the mark in every way, including the use of an ultra-springy, comfortable foam liner — a rarity in boots.

The captoe detailing on the Hambleton No. 1. in Natural gives them dressy yet rugged versatility, and that sub-$300 price tag via the American Trench Sale section is yet another winning mark in my book. You’ve found your new favorite pair of leather boots to lace up for fall.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots are the Rugged Fall Boots You Need Now

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As we step ever more swiftly into fall, there are a few key considerations to keep in mind as you survey the landscape of the best fall style essentials. Chief among them, if you ask me, might be a proper pair of boots for all situations rugged, be it fall weekend cabin getaways, day trips, leisurely strolls or a wide range of pursuits (tailgating or Oktoberfest beers, anyone?).

All of that means you need a pair of boots you can count on, a pair that delivers versatility plus reliable comfort and performance — a pair of boots like the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots, as dependable a pair as any on the market.

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The famed Texas brand, best known for its classic Cowboy boots and Western boots in all forms, also makes a heck of a pair of the best Chelsea boots, one that uses finely crafted leather and highly durable materials along the way. The difference is one you can see and feel, and it’s largely thanks to the rugged water-resistant cowhide leather in a rich Cognac color, one nicely complemented by weatherproof seams.

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A Vibram Cristy outsole delivers superior comfort, grip and even toughness, and it doesn’t hurt that the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots toe the line nicely in terms of both style and performance. The shape of the toe box is sleek enough to wear with black or light wash jeans (or even dark tan chinos), yet the build of these boots means you can wear ’em reliably for workwear situations, too.

Tecovas men's Chelsea boots review.

The cushioned insole of the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots adds even more comfort, and in my experience, I’ve found that Vibram outsoles are springy and strong yet ultra-supple for all-day wear. That touch alone gives the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots an edge above the rest of the competition, and here’s something even better.

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You see, no matter which of the two leather options you select (particularly the Cognac leather seen here), well, I’d wager that the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots are only going to get better with more consistent wear.

Team ’em with your favorite blue jeans and a waxed trucker jacket, style ’em with tan chinos and a white Oxford shirt for high-low style, or opt into them as a durable choice with black selvedge jeans and a grey henley. There’s little that the Tecovas Luke Chelsea Boots can’t do, and you’re about to find that out the right way this fall — happy shopping, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots – A Perfect Pair of Early Fall Boots for Men

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When an already-great silhouette gets top-tier treatment from one of the country’s best designers, great things are bound to happen when it comes to your wardrobe of fall menswear essentials. That’s certainly the case, at least in my experience, with the Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots, which build off the award-winning designer’s Nomad Chukka Boots.

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Those chukka boots are already some of the best men’s boots out there, and the Nomad line just got even better, if you ask me. All of the hallmarks of classic men’s Chelsea boots are present, including elastic side panels and a streamlined toe shape that makes it both refined and yet pleasingly casual.

Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots.

Would you expect anything less from a designer known as much for expertly faded denim as for luxe suiting? The Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots are the best of both worlds, using a handsome suede upper atop a more casual crepe rubber outsole for a high-low balance.

Those details make your new favorite Chelsea boots as wearable with Todd Snyder selvedge denim as with olive chinos, a navy blazer and a chambray shirt (to name but one reliable everyday pairing).

And the details are also accounted for accordingly when it comes to the Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots, including Todd Snyder branded back pull tabs. As the company itself notes, “it’s hard to think of a shoe more versatile than the Chelsea boot,” and that also holds true given the duo of versatile color options in which you can snag these highly wearable fall boots for men.

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Take the Snuff or Dark Brown version of the best Chelsea boots for a spin with everything from dark blue jeans to burgundy corduroys as temperatures plummet, and feel free to mix and match the Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots with staples like a rugged henley or a more crisp chambray shirt.

For now, a wide range of sizes are available, and at $398, the Todd Snyder Nomad Chelsea Boots are a fall footwear investment worth making ASAP — at least, I think so. Step on into ’em and we’ll see you out there.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Clarks Wallabee Boots are a True (Early) Fall Style Essential

Clarks Wallabee Boots review.

In my experience, reaching for enduring fall style classics, especially in your rotation of everyday menswear moves, can pay great dividends over time. Yes, dividends, my friends. That certainly goes for an iconic set of men’s boots like the Clarks Wallabee, of course, and there’s no better time than right now to shop these boots from a trusted retailer like upstate New York-based Sea Culture Brand.

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When you build out your wardrobe with versatile pieces you can mix and match, like crisp chinos, rugged chambray shirting, timeless henley shirting and some of the best men’s boots — like the Clarks Wallabee Boots as seen above and as sold by my friends at Sea Culture Brand — getting dressed can be effortless and even a touch fun.

Clarks Wallabee Boots review.

When it comes to shopping at Sea Culture Brand, you’ve perhaps read my take on the company’s classic indigo henley, as well as its summer-ready swimwear. And with the multi-season versatility of the Clarks Wallabee, you’re adding another tool to your toolbox, so to speak.

Made with soft tan suede in the company’s iconic color and resting atop a spring, chunky pebble crepe sole, these are an enduring menswear move for a reason, with the ability to wear extremely well with expertly faded blue jeans, olive chinos or even beige corduroy pants as the season rolls along.

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You’re getting a little bit of everything when you lace up the Clarks Wallabee, as they’re a prep staple that’s still pleasingly rugged enough to wear with a chunky shawl cardigan for fall, not to mention your favorite denim jacket and dark-hued chinos.

And given that the Clarks Wallabee can be found right now at Sea Culture Brand alongside other favorites, I’d wager they’re a modern classic just begging to be added to your style rotation. Lace ’em up and get out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Chelsea Boots from Huckberry Are an Instant Fall Classic

Huckberry Chelsea boots review.

When I’m on the hunt for early fall menswear essentials, I tend to stick with what I know, or with brands and styles I can trust — that includes rugged leather Chelsea boots, of course, and staple pieces like expertly cut denim and my favorite henley. If you feel much the same way about your rotation of men’s style essentials, you’re in luck today — in a big way.

It’s not the first time we’ve talked about Huckberry footwear here on the blog, and it won’t be the last: That’s because the Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots were just restocked in time for fall, and there’s never been a better way to amp up your fall boots rotation.

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The Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots, part of the in-house lineup of best-selling menswear at Huckberry — a site also known for its dependable trucker jackets and stylish blue jeans — just get the job done. That’s likely an understatement, since they take the time-honored Chelsea boot and improve upon it in rugged fashion.

The Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots start with a tumbled, broken-in leather upper for comfort right out of the box, and then Huckberry adds an extra reinforced panel for even greater toughness and durability.

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To really double down on workwear-ready toughness, the Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots use a chunky, grippy and yet lightweight Meramec PU outsole with a wedge build for a more casually rugged look. Plus, your new favorite Chelsea boots boast a full leather lining for extreme comfort right out of the box — at least, that’s true in my experience with Huckberry boots.

The Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots are also fashioned with recraftable welt construction, so you can wear ’em for days, weeks and months on end this season (and on into the next one).

Helpfully, there are a range of sizes available in both a laidback Mojave Suede and a rich, gets-better-with-age Hickory leather — when it comes to finding your new favorite boots for fall, the Rhodes Footwear Blake Chelsea Boots are a strong contender, and they’re up for grabs right now.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Shop the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka at Huckberry Just In Time for Fall

Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka Boots review.

If durability, classically cool style and rugged appeal are the name of the game — which they very much are — then it’s hard to pass up Red Wing Heritage and its selection of iconic, incredibly well-made leather boots and shoes. And that’s certainly true now as it was decades ago, which brings us to the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka, an utterly classic men’s boot style that’s stood the test of time.

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Speaking of time: They’ve landed back in stock at Huckberry just in time for the fall season ahead, and they couldn’t be a more ideal wardrobe addition if you’re all about classic, dependable style. When it comes to the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka, the specs are on point across the board, and quite literally from the ground up, in this case.

Certainly, this isn’t the first time you’ve read about some of the best boots for men, particularly from Red Wing Heritage on the blog, and it won’t be the last. Let’s carry on, shall we?

It starts with tough-as-nails S.B. Foot Tanning Company leather, which is then stitched down for a resoleable design, while a chunky Hill outsole adds toughness and traction.

The combination also includes a Texon® board insole that molds to your foot over time, while the ComfortForce footbed amps up the premium, comfortable nature of some of the best boots for men.

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Add in the fact that the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka manage to repel water, stains and perspiration, and you’ve got a reliable pair of boots that perform just as great as they look. Of course, the silhouette of the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka is iconic and as wearable with rugged selvedge denim and a henley as it is with stretch five-pocket pants and a crisp Oxford shirt.

There are few men’s boot styles as beloved, long-lasting and well-made as the Red Wing Heritage Weekender Chukka, which is why it’s certainly worth a reminder that they belong in your early fall wardrobe.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Indianola Chukka Boots – The Best Boots for Summer

When I set my mind to tracking down summer style essentials, I tend to look for the unexpected. That holds true especially in the men’s footwear department: While a great pair of stylish canvas sneakers is a true essential, it pays off to have a few additional arrows in the quiver, so to speak, like a pair of the best boots for men. And in my experience, if you can find those boots from one of your favorite designers, that’s all the better — try my friends at Billy Reid, for instance.

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Yes, even in the heat of summer, rugged-yet-lightweight leather boots can more than pass muster, whether paired up with your favorite set of lightweight stretch chinos or some classic light wash jeans. And for both of those wearing occasions, and then some, you deserve to step into the best: Take the newly restocked, utterly classic Billy Reid Indianola Chukka Boots.

Billy Reid Indianola Chukka Boots review.

They were introduced by the award-winning Southern menswear designer last year, and they’re back in a big way — although sizes are going quickly, they’re a handsome addition to any wardrobe that bridges the gap between rugged and refined.

In fact, my Billy Reid reviews have covered these stylish men’s chukka boots in the past, and they’re here just in time to shake things up with, say, a khaki summer suit or some fresh linen trousers.

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As with other Billy Reid menswear selections, from linen shirting to the peacoat worn by James Bond, proper specs and craftsmanship make all the difference. Built on a streamlined Italian last from light brown Kudu leather and made to develop a handsome patina over time, the Billy Reid Indianola Chukka Boots bring back an archival style that was a favorite of the designer decades ago.

Details like a burnished toe cap and subtle waxed laces elevate these versatile, of-the-moment chukka boots even further — keep on dreaming up ways to wear the Billy Reid Indianola Chukka Boots, because they’ll prove worthy of every penny in terms of an investment.