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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Flint and Tinder’s Stylish Hemp Buttondown Just Went On Sale – Try It Out Here

It’s something we’ve talked about plenty here on the blog: How can a guy stay stylish and cool in the heat, all the while tackling the demands (and pleasures!) of summer fun? If your wardrobe of summer menswear essentials is a toolbox, then the right fabrics and designs are crucial.

That’s where a textured, breathable and sustainable fabric like hemp comes into play, and you can trust the good folks at Huckberry to take hemp and turn it into a pleasingly breezy, stylish men’s buttondown shirt through the endlessly wearable Flint and Tinder lineup.

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The Flint and Tinder Classic Hemp Buttondown answers the question, “What if you took one of the best Oxford shirts for men and then made it even lighter and more laidback?” and it does all of that while dropping down below $80 on sale — how’s that for a new addition to your rotation of the best summer shirts?

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Unlike thicker buttondown shirts from the fan favorite in-house Huckberry brand, the Flint and Tinder Classic Hemp Buttondown works in a touch of hemp (10 percent, to be exact), alongside organic cotton, which is especially fresh and summer-friendly in a handsome Navy Micro Stripe design. It uses lightly contrasting stitching at the pocket, but the Flint and Tinder Classic Hemp Buttondown does away with the buttondown collar for a more easygoing look and feel (just see how Huckberry styled it above).

The Flint and Tinder Classic Hemp Buttondown also boasts a classic fit, so you can wear it buttoned up over an undershirt (perhaps paired with a knit tie and Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer), or else rock it more as a lightweight overshirt (again, see how Huckberry has styled this shirt above).

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With its breezy build and versatile fit, this new twist on the buttondown shirt could also serve as an overshirt of sorts alongside swim trunks at the beach, or else with chino shorts and leather loafers for an evening summer stroll (Aperol Spritz sold separately).

For now, the Flint and Tinder Classic Hemp Buttondown is marked down 20 percent, and available in a variety of sizes — it looks like you just sorted out your next must-have summer shirt, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Le Alfre Shirt is a Refined Seasonal Buttondown for Any Occasion

It’s always helpful to have a rotation of style essentials you can reach for at any given moment, almost with your eyes closed. I’m talking about the sort of picks, like one of the best men’s buttondown shirts, that take an outfit from good to great.

I’ve found this to be true whether pairing said shirt with expertly faded jeans and leather chukka boots or dark tan stretch chinos and black Chelsea boots. The right buttondown shirt, like the Le Alfre Tartan Shirt shown above, certainly qualifies, particularly in business casual style situations — or for holiday occasions on the horizon.

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The brand specializes in elevated yet accessible buttondown shirts, mostly of the classic Oxford shirt variety and this time done up in a fall-friendly hue. Yes indeed, the Le Alfre Tartan Shirt is an autumnal take on the upstart NYC brand’s roster of crisply cut, well-made men’s shirts.

You might even go so far as to call it a new secret weapon in your wardrobe of men’s fall style essentials.

Perhaps you’re familiar with Le Alfre flannel shirts from my Le Alfre men’s shirting review earlier this year, but the new Le Alfre Tartan Shirt takes a slightly similar and yet different approach to the tried-and-true men’s buttondown shirt.

An English Tartan pattern in a suitably autumnal shade shines through when worn the right way (with blue jeans and burnished brown leather lace-up boots, for instance).

And it’s the lightweight custom fabric that gives the Le Alfre Tartan Shirt even more versatility — it can be worn on its own untucked or tucked in beneath a wool blazer without causing you to overheat, for example. And that same lightweight fabric gives the Le Alfre Tartan Shirt the ability to pair up with a thick-knit fisherman sweater or shawl cardigan, another ultra-classic seasonal move.

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100 percent Portuguese cotton and best-in-class construction make the handsome, slightly rugged-yet-refined Le Alfre Tartan Shirt worth its $175 price tag, especially with plenty of seasonal fun on the way. Let me know in the comments below how you’d wear yours.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Go-Anywhere Marine Layer Buttondown Is Now More than 30 Percent Off

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In my experience, building out a menswear wardrobe is a process that takes time, patience and a sense of knowing what works for you. That’s why I lean on staples like the best Oxford shirts, classic blue jeans, canvas sneakers and rugged chukka boots… you get the picture. And if ever the chance arises to save big while filling out your rotation of stylish menswear essentials, that’s even better.

That brings us to today’s weekend closeout, a stylish set of savings on an even more stylish buttondown shirt from the good folks at Huckberry and Marine Layer.

For a limited time only, you can score a true go-anywhere buttondown shirt — a casually cool shirt fit for a laidback day at the office or a backyard BBQ, no less — at a steal of a deal via the Huckberry Sale section.

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Yes, my friends: The Marine Layer Classic Stretch Selvage Shirt is now more than 30 percent off, with the crisp design and classic good looks to stand in for your favorite Oxford shirt in a way that’s just a bit more rugged and visually appealing.

Slub yarns give the shirt a broken-in look and feel, while the texture itself is just a bit more casual than one of the best Oxford shirts (and yes, Huckberry stocks those sorts of shirts, too). And unlike a classic Oxford shirt, this shirt features a spread collar, so it’s a touch more easygoing while still flattering your face. And when marked down to below $100, it’s a nice addition to your shirting rotation, one that you needn’t think too hard about wearing.

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Team it with your favorite light wash jeans, wear it with a modern pair of the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts and grab your go-to canvas sneakers — this shirt can do just about anything you ask of it, all the while saving you some dough in the process. That sounds like a shirt worth buying, in my experience. Have at it, my friends, and thanks for reading!

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save More Than 25 Percent On This Stylish, USA-Made Shirt at Huckberry

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I always tend to say that they don’t make ’em like they used to anymore, particularly if that involves making a stylish USA-made men’s shirt — and yet, that adage doesn’t always hold true. In this instance, my good friends at Huckberry are offering up access to one of the best men’s shirts for summer, and it comes from a brand with strong modern heritage in terms of design and fabrication.

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The brand in question? Gitman Vintage, makers of shirts in Tennessee using handsome, vintage-style fabrics and carefully crafted methods. And the shirt in question? The Gitman Vintage Archive Madras Shirt, which just so happens to be marked down about 25 percent right now via the Huckberry Sale section. That goes for both the rich blue madras pattern seen above, as well as a distinct, multi-colored green plaid offering. Not a bad deal for one of the best shirts for men, right?

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Now, we’re coming off a long weekend packed with Memorial Day deals on menswear, but a bit of extra shopping never hurt anybody, right? And just in case you’re wary of scoring another long-sleeve shirt heading into the high heat of summer, just know that the Gitman Vintage Archive Madras Shirt makes use of ultra-lightweight, 100 percent cotton fabric with a rich Madras fabric.

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The Gitman Vintage Archive Madras Shirt has a touch of ’80s prep and retro style, yet the modern fit every guy needs today. And at its current price, it’s the kind of shirt you can invest in for both casual wear (alongside chino shorts, for instance), and dressier occasions (beneath a lightweight summer blazer and linen trousers).

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Shirt – The Perfect Shirt for The Rest of Summer

Best lightweight buttondown for men.

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed as of late (and I’m sure I’m not alone in this!), it’s that, well, it’s hot out. Mighty hot. Oppressively sweltering at times, and yet, you’ve certainly still got to put your best foot forward with some of the best men’s style essentials on the market.

Of course, you know that my good friends at Huckberry can help you do that — and while I might have taken yesterday off from today’s regularly scheduled Friday Read, we’re back in the swing of things today as I recommend one of the best buttondown shirts for men.

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Now, how exactly can a stylish buttondown shirt actually help you stay cool? Well, my friends, it’s simpler than you might think. You see, the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown has plenty of style points going for it, but here’s where it swerves from the traditional, heavier fabric of the Oxford cloth shirt, for instance.

The Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown is all about the fabrication, of course, and the key here is the use of a lightweight cotton twill fabric.

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It’s the right way to stay polished even in the heat, as you can rock the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown with everything from stretch chino shorts to a pair of Flint and Tinder 365 Pants for polished yet comfortable days at the office and on the road.

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It boasts a classic buttondown collar construction for a dash of casual style, along with a single chest pocket for another laidback yet traditional touch. Beyond that, your new favorite buttondown shirt comes in a slim fit and three timeless color combinations (the blue-and-white combo is my personal favorite, though).

And crucially, the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown comes with that Huckberry seal of approval: In my experience, Flint and Tinder shirts and menswear are high-quality, durable and timelessly designed. If that sounds like something your wardrobe could use to end summer, act accordingly and pick up the Flint and Tinder Featherweight Plaid Buttondown. Cheers, my friends.