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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Take 40% Off The Perfect Bomber Jacket for Spring From Taylor Stitch

There are jackets that fall squarely in the performance category, there are jackets that are more stylish than truly functional, and then, there’s the rare jacket that manages to toe the line nicely in both respects. Finding one of the best jackets for men this spring that’s on sale ups the ante even further, and so it goes with the Taylor Stitch Last Call section and the performance-minded yet sleek, sharp Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket.

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It falls squarely in the realm of a highly reliable, streamlined bomber jacket — not quite a puffer jacket in a technical material with a flashy color, not quite a windbreaker you’d wear on a morning jog, but certainly ready for the worst weather spring has to offer.

For good measure, the Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket happens to be on sale in a range of sizes (a whopping 40 percent off, in fact), but why is it worth adding one of the best bomber jackets for spring — an underrated one, no less — to your rotation? Stick with me on this one, my friends.

Taylor Stitch men's jacket review.

It’s as if the San Francisco-based brand made the Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket specifically with the city’s temperamental weather in mind: Sunny and breezy one second, blustery and foggy the very next. The Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket starts with a recycled nylon exterior finished off with a DWR finish to repel wind and rain, and it’s then reinforced with organic cotton and nylon at the yokes and collar — this gives it a one-two punch in terms of both style and utility.

The collar is even lined with tricot for comfort when flipped up against the cold, and the vertical quilting of the durable yet lightweight Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket is filled with 120 grams of insulation (comfortable enough to wear over a T-shirt or henley, far lighter than your traditional winter puffer jacket or parka).

Helpfully, you can layer the Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket over a straightforward tee or over, say, a cotton crewneck sweater in the spring months, or even in colder weather far afield. You can even customize the fit of this streamlined bomber jacket, thanks to the two-way front zipper design.

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And as with all things Taylor Stitch, at least in my experience, the helpful details — like side-entry zip chest pockets and slant hand hip pockets — are accounted for, and then some. A reliable, stylish bomber jacket made from recycled materials, all offered up at an on-sale steal? Sounds to me like the Taylor Stitch Ember Jacket could be your new favorite spring jacket, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat is a Menswear Bargain for Spring Layering

If you’ve been on the hunt for the best spring style essentials, perhaps you feel like you’ve unlocked a sort of menswear formula of sorts. Rugged quality, longevity and style points should be top of mind in that formula, particularly as you take on spring wind and rain, and a dependable jacket goes a long way. A dependable jacket from the likes of Huckberry, you might say?

Yes indeed, one with a reliable silhouette — the build of the humble chore coat — and the right fabrication to back up can make a big difference as you layer up this season, and if you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog over the years, you know the drill.

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In fact, you might find just what you’re looking for in the Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat, a casually cool, durable outerwear addition that just so happens to be on sale at Huckberry this fine Sunday. The famed Americana retailer is well-known for its standout Flint and Tinder line, which takes cues from workwear of days gone by, including the humble trucker jacket, the flannel workshirt and now, a fresh take on the chore coat.

Reliable technical specifications lead the way with the latest inspired offering from Huckberry, including warm (but not bulky) PrimaLoft insulation and a sturdy DWR-finished waxed exterior. Snap buttons keep out wind and rain while making for an easygoing (yet functional) wearing experience with the Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat.

It’s cut longer than the brand’s legendary trucker jackets, ideal for keeping out spring’s worst weather, while the fold-up collar of the Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat also offers ample protection from the elements.

And because this is the Sunday Sale feature, after all, you’d do well to know the Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat is marked down $50 (to $148 from $198). Throw in a versatile color on offer in a crisp, wear-with-nearly-anything Navy, and you’re looking at perhaps your new favorite casual spring men’s jacket.

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Four pockets (one interior, three exterior) provide helpful storage space for your everyday carry essentials, and you can adjust the snap cuffs on the Flint and Tinder Quilted Chore Coat as needed for extra protection this spring.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Flint and Tinder Waxed Jacket is an On-Sale Style Steal at Huckberry

When the going gets tough, when frigid winter weather rolls into town, the truly tough wear Huckberry gear and menswear. At least, that’s what I tend to say, and tend to reach for in my personal wardrobe, and perhaps you’re of the same opinion. That’s what makes it so much fun — yes, fun! — to shop for staple selections like one of the best waxed jackets for men.

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And when that particular selection happens to be on sale via the Huckberry Winter Sale right now, that’s all the better, is it not? Yes indeed, the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Quilted Ranch Jacket falls right in line with the San Francisco and Austin-based company’s ethos of rugged Americana and adventure gear.

Even better still is the fact that right now, it’s marked down to below $200. Yes, that’s right: One of the best jackets for men, period, is $200 off — and in a range of sizes and classic colors, like the handsome Charcoal option shown above.

In matters of durability, toughness and style, the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Quilted Ranch Jacket checks all he proper boxes, as one would expect from the famed retailer’s Flint and Tinder line. The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Quilted Ranch Jacket is made in the USA, lending it an extra level of care and attention to detail, while the 10oz. waxed canvas exterior is sturdy, tough and made to get better with age.

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The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Quilted Ranch Jacket also boasts an ultra-warm flannel lining, while the jacket itself also features 4oz. of insulation for added warmth. It’s a tough-as-nails jacket fit for work or play, from brisk mornings in the fields to nights at the dive bar.

Plus, as our friends at Huckberry note, this jacket features a “re-waxable exterior for a lifetime of water-resistance.” How’s that for a jacket you can depend on for seasons to come? If I were you, I’d scoop up the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Quilted Ranch Jacket as soon as possible.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason G-1 Flight Jacket Updates an All-Time Classic

Buck Mason leather jackets for men.

In my experience, the best menswear brands are ones that have a sense of heritage and history in every stitch, whether that’s faithfully recreating iconic styles or presenting time-honored favorites with a twist.

Buck Mason hits the nail on the head in both areas, with its tasteful selection of modern updates to classic silhouettes, from henleys to blue jeans (as you know if you’ve read my Buck Mason reviews over the years) and yes, one very impressive leather flight jacket as seen above.

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The Los Angeles-based company uses some of the best menswear icons as a starting point for its crisply designed, casually rugged 21st-century updates, and the Buck Mason Skymaster G-1 Flight Jacket is about as cool, stylish and well-made as it gets.

Rich goatskin leather in a deep, timeless shade of brown is accented by a luxurious and yet useful, true-to-form shearling collar, just as the original versions of the style were made for the U.S. Navy back in the 1930s.

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The Buck Mason Skymaster G-1 Flight Jacket is further adorned with ribbed wool cuffs and a bottom hem for warmth and a snug fit, another detail prized among fighter pilots looking for warmth and durability. The Buck Mason Skymaster G-1 Flight Jacket is cut with a relaxed fit for ease of layering — opt to wear your new favorite leather jacket atop a thermal henley, a chambray shirt or a combination of that legendary trio.

Button flap hip pockets provide storage space for everyday carry essentials, while the fit (cut to hit just below the hip) should pair especially well with dark blue jeans — accented perhaps by a stylish Buck Mason leather belt, of course.

Perhaps the very best part about the Buck Mason Skymaster G-1 Flight Jacket is that it should get better with age, developing a supple and broken-in feel to go along with its own patina the more you wear. While you likely won’t be taking to the skies in combat anytime soon, the handsome Buck Mason Skymaster G-1 Flight Jacket is a surefire way to pay homage to an outerwear icon.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Classic Flint and Tinder Wool Jacket is On Sale Right Now at the Huckberry Year-End Sale

Best shirt jackets for men this winter.

It’s not all that often that you find exactly what you’re looking for, exactly when you need it, at exactly the right price when it comes to the best menswear essentials for winter. And yet, today, that’s all about to change.

Of course, if you read this blog on the regular, you’re surely well accustomed to scouring the market for the best deals and steals on gear, but the Huckberry See You Out There Sale is a different animal entirely.

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In fact, it’s through the Huckberry See You Out There Sale that we get a great look at one of the best shirt jackets for men, courtesy of a discount on the standout Flint and Tinder Heritage Wool Jacket. It’s built with all the bells and whistles you need in a winter work jacket for men, and then some.

Of course, the Flint and Tinder lineup has long encompassed some of the very best jackets for men, period, as you know if you’ve read my Flint and Tinder reviews here on the blog. But when a jacket in question gets a rare markdown — at properly the precise time to wear said jacket in the bitter cold of winter — it’s a real treat, to say the least.

Yessir, the Flint and Tinder Heritage Wool Jacket hits all the right notes when it comes to heritage style, savings (it’s marked down to $150 from $188) and plain ole dependability. A snap closure front and sturdy shirt collar gives the Flint and Tinder Heritage Wool Jacket the layering ability of a classic shacket.

Further useful touches like front button chest pockets — and an additional left-side interior chest stash pocket — turn the Flint and Tinder Heritage Wool Jacket from a display piece into a truly hard-working layering staple. A soft lining and an exterior fabric blend of wool and polyester should also deliver warmth and stretch when you need it the most.

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Whether layered over a thermal henley or worn casually atop a merino T-shirt with slippers on a brisk weekend morning, the Flint and Tinder Heritage Wool Jacket is your newfound winter layering solution — and of course, it’s on sale through January 1st right now at Huckberry.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket Is one of the Best Winter Jackets for Your Wardrobe

Just when you thought you had your winter outerwear rotation squared away in fine form, one of the best new winter jackets rolls onto the scene to shake things up. It’s not just any old jacket — it’s a rugged trucker jacket from Bespoke Post and Line of Trade that should command your attention in frosty temperatures.

It could very well be one of the best trucker jackets on the market, a reliably durable and casual change of pace for when you want to swap out your winter parka for something with more mobility and more detail in mind.

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The Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket hits the nail on the head in that regard, neither sacrificing comfort nor warmth in the pursuit of seasonal style. And just ahead of the holiday season, this stylish trucker jacket for men could be a rather wise last-minute gift purchase — the specs, as you’ll see below, are on-point.

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Bespoke Post knows a thing or two about hidden gems and about timeless classics in your menswear wardrobe, and the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket qualifies in every which way. It’s built with 100 percent cotton on the exterior that’s then finished with a hard-wearing wax, the kind of fabrication that develops a handsome patina over time.

But in my experience, it’s really the heavyweight cotton plaid flannel lining that takes the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket up a notch (Think: A thicker lining than the Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket, without overdoing it).

Oversized hip patch pockets and a classic pointed chest pocket drive home the ranch jacket detailing, while brass shank buttons offer maximum utility and dependability. Five color options, from Field Tan to Surplus Olive, provide style options for every taste, and it doesn’t hurt that the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket is priced more than fairly at $158.

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While it’s certainly not as blizzard-ready as a thick parka, it can serve as a useful, stylish go-between for tailgates, days in the yard or the field, and evenings at your favorite dive bar — I know that’s where I’ll be wearing my Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket, and I’d encourage you to do the same. Cheers to the season, my friends!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Aether Apparel Down Jacket is the Perfect Blend of Form and Function for Winter Style

Aether Apparel men's jackets.

The headline says it all today, my friends, as we dive deep into perfecting that tricky balance: That is, blending utility and style points in one package, with a focus on one of the best jackets for men this season.

There’s no time quite like the present, as Los Angeles-based Aether Apparel just opened up the vault for its Aether Apparel Black Friday Sale, and many key styles from the performance-minded retailer are still in stock and yours for the taking. That includes the Aether Apparel Alto Jacket, and folks, when it comes to the right blend of form and function, it’s nearly a home run for all your winter layering needs.

The retailer, now in its 15th year of making city-ready gear that also performs on the trail, touts the Aether Apparel Alto Jacket’s “streamlined design and slim-fitting cut,” flattering specs that take any jacket from merely good to being one of the best down jackets for men out there.

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It’s more elevated in every way than plenty of other puffer jackets on the market, with a box-quilted design the brand says draws inspiration from English hunting jackets. Crucially, PrimaLoft Gold insulation adds a premium touch, delivering warmth without added bulk (always a tricky balance when layering up with a puffer jacket, at least in my experience).

The Aether Apparel Alto Jacket comes with helpful added features like a stand-up collar for added warmth, a zipper “hood” to keep the top zipper in place, and front side slant hip pockets to stow your everyday carry essentials. The Aether Apparel Alto Jacket is streamlined enough to wear on the trail and back into town, or to use as a travel jacket — think comfort and easy access to your valuables, rather than added bulk.

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And the relatively minimal design of the Aether Apparel Alto Jacket makes it an easy pairing alongside pieces more technical — like stretch hiking pants or canvas work pants — as well as more casual, like five-pocket pants or even blue jeans.

The rich blue color is more visually appealing than the typical black seen so widely when it comes to winter jackets, too. In every way possible, from warmth to performance to style, this jacket proves it’s worth every penny — your winter wardrobe depends on it.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save on this Classic Flint and Tinder Waxed Jacket This Weekend

Fllint and Tinder Waxed Hudson Jacket review.

It’s already been a momentous holiday weekend for the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on your favorite gear and menswear, and rest assured that we’re not done yet. If you haven’t yet gotten all your holiday shopping done, and if you haven’t yet scoured the exceptional menswear on offer from Huckberry as part of the Huckberry Cyber Week Sale, it’s about high time you locked in and logged on.

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There are plenty of rare discounts up for grabs from the retailer as far as the best winter menswear and gear is concerned, and that also includes a full rotation of Flint and Tinder waxed jackets, like the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket as shown above. It’s an utter classic in every regard, with rugged style and winter-ready functionality in spades, starting with its tough waxed cotton exterior for performance in the wind, rain and snow.

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It gets even better, because right now, the burly Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket is 25 percent off (as of the time of this writing), dropping the sale price down to well below $300. That means you’re getting a heck of a lot of jacket for an agreeable price, seeing as the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket comes complete with added features like a detachable hood, a fully lined body finished with cotton flannel, and a plethora of pockets for your everyday carry essentials.

The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket also boasts a longer cut than the classic Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker (which you should also consider scoring this weekend), so it’s useful as a field coat as well as a chore coat option.

Front snap pockets provide critical storage space, while a series of rich, dark and earthy color options should pair with everything from inky blue selvedge to tobacco chinos and grey work pants.

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No doubt about it, the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket is a beast of a jacket, one with utility and rugged style points in spades. And considering it’s one of the best men’s jackets to buy on sale for Cyber Monday, the newly iconic Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket deserves its own place in your wardrobe. Happy shopping, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat Is a Hard-Working Fall and Winter Classic

Best winter peacoat for men.

In my personal experience scouring the market for the best winter style essentials for men, I find that the classics, as I often say, are the classics for a reason. That goes for style staples like the tried-and-true henley, the blue jean, the leather lace-up work boot and more, of course — as well as for one of the best peacoats for men.

And luckily for us all, the fine folks at Taylor Stitch are once again making a standout example of this iconic piece, a silhouette that’s got decades of history in every stitch.

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The peacoat, with its sturdy wool build, was trusted by seafaring men and naval officers in brisk, frigid conditions, and the best men’s peacoats to this day hold up admirably — like the aptly named Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat, of course.

Part of the brand’s new coastal and adventure-inspired Treadwell Collection, your new favorite peacoat arrives not a moment too soon for late fall and early winter layering.

The Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat is built with uncompromising quality top of mind, as I’ve found with most sturdy, strong Taylor Stitch men’s jackets and coats (and flannel shirting, but that’s another blog post for another time.

A blend of strong yet flexible 19-oz. 72% wool and 28% nylon gives this jacket warmth, structure and wearability, especially considering the fact that the body is lined in organic cotton chambray.

Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat review.

The wool exterior of the Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat should prove plenty warmth when winter winds and snow hit, while the wool blend is burly enough to take on snow without weighing you down or getting wet (a prized feature of some of the best jackets for men, of course). The Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat boasts a classic six-button front and double-breasted design, with an oversized collar made to be turned up at the wind.

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Designed to hit below the hip (but not quite long enough to cover most blazers or suit jackets), the Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat checks all the right boxes as far as a casually rugged yet still elegant coat is concerned.

It’s a surefire layering staple atop chambray shirting, fisherman sweaters and flannel shirts, and it’s a reliable choice to finish off many an outfit, including ones featuring leather dress boots and tobacco-hued chinos.

Yes, the classics are the classics for a reason, and the Taylor Stitch Mariner Coat hits on all the right notes to be considered one now — and in the future.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Filson Down Bomber Jacket is An Outdoor-Ready Layer for Every Adventure

Filson men's bomber jacket review.

I’m of the opinion that a wardrobe packed with the best men’s style essentials should be ready for anything that comes your way, especially when weather on the horizon is of the frigid, snowy variety.

And for those instances and just about anything else out there, I tend to trust Filson and the brand’s heritage-minded, exceptionally rugged and highly durable menswear. Take the Filson Down Bomber Jacket, now part of the new Filson Holiday 2024 Collection.

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It’s the type of piece that showcases what the Pacific Northwest brand is all about, including a commitment to quality materials, rugged durability and performance. Yes indeed, the Filson Down Bomber Jacket is packed with bells and whistles that elevate it above even the best men’s bomber jackets, and that’s more than ideal when it comes to your winter wardrobe. Let’s count the ways this jacket can bolster your seasonal layering, shall we?

Priced at a fairly agreeable $450, the Filson Down Bomber Jacket punches above its weight class given that some other bomber jackets on the market don’t boast the strong, warm 650-fill power down found within this coat (remember, the higher the rating, the warmer the jacket).

Details like wool-lined pockets and wool-blend ribbed knit cuffs at the wrist, waist and collar further bolster the warmth of the Filson Down Bomber Jacket while keeping out wind, snow and rain.

But the real kicker when it comes to the extreme toughness of the Filson Down Bomber Jacket is its water-resistant waxed cotton exterior, all the better to take on demanding elements this time of year without missing a beat. It’s lined in nylon and comes equipped with an interior snap pocket for your everyday carry essentials, and it doesn’t hurt that the two-tone waxed cotton build is rugged and stylish at the same time.

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Of course, you can also find the Filson Down Bomber Jacket in a seriously cool Otter Green color, complete with the same tough-as-nails specs and performance you expect from the legendary outfitter. Better still is the fact that this handsome bomber jacket will develop its own patina over time, getting better with age the more times you wear it on adventures far afield (and closer to home). Layer up accordingly with your new favorite bomber jacket, and you certainly won’t go wrong this holiday season.