February 6, 2023January 31, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Canvas Jacket is the Rugged Workwear Staple You Need Now

The best rugged menswear for the job comes in all shapes and sizes, and from some unlikely spots, too. Take Todd Snyder. The famed American menswear designer turned back the clock to his Midwest roots with the seriously cool, tough Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket, which has the potential to become one of the best workwear jackets in your arsenal.

Think of it like that trusty Carhartt jacket you wore decades ago, just made modern. Workwear style really is all the rage these days, no matter how much or how little time you spend out in the field. And to this Brooklyn style writer, it’s nice to have well-made, reliable style staples that exude casually rugged style — in fact, in today’s climate, I could see this cleaned-up workwear jacket fitting in well just about anywhere (aside from an overly formal office, that is). So, think the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket is right for you? Let’s dive on in and see what might make this your new favorite workwear jacket.

The silhouette of the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket is subtle and uncomplicated: A turndown corduroy collar and cuffs for warmth, subtle style and protection against the wind, complete with side-slant hip pockets. It’s not unlike your favorite Carhartt or Dickies jacket, yet the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket has the stamp of approval of one of the country’s best menswear designers. The midweight cotton canvas is sturdy and abrasion-resistant, yet easier to move around in compared to a jacket that’s been waxed.

And helpfully, the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket has a slimmed-down, modern fit: Consider this rugged workwear jacket as a replacement for a blazer with olive chinos and a white Oxford shirt, or go timeless and style the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket with a chambray shirt and black jeans. Note that it’s unlined, so the ever-reliable Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket functions better on more temperate days (not during winter blizzards).

Either the clean Natural color or a rich shade of Tan are also versatile, pleasingly rugged style options — and of course, since it’s Todd Snyder we’re talking about here, the Todd Snyder Canvas Farmer’s Jacket is pricier at $398 (thanks to the Japanese cotton canvas fabric), but given that you can wear this jacket easily in three seasons, it’s one of the best workwear jackets for men. Shop accordingly right now, my friends.

January 6, 2023January 5, 2023 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New Year’s Menswear Upgrades & The Taylor Stitch x Golden Bear Bomber Jacket

My friends, thanks for joining me in this, the first Friday Read of your trusty Brooklyn style blog! It’s been a productive yet more laidback week around these parts as I ramp up my writing properly in 2023 across multiple fronts, from the best new whiskey to yesterday’s feature on Filson’s rugged flannel shirt and an as-yet-unpublished music feature for SPIN.com (to get the full scoop on all of my freelance writing pursuits, click that link).

In the meantime, let’s talk ever-so-briefly about style upgrades for 2023, in a similar mindset to last week’s Friday Read. What are you looking to add to your wardrobe, or refine, or improve upon? I’ve already talked about a cozy new shirt jacket this week on the blog — perhaps ideal for casual WFH style or weekend travel, not to mention one of the best menswear deals from Billy Reid.

My advice? If you need some weekend reading and shopping inspo, check out those features to send you on your way to start this year. I’d of course be remiss to not talk about one of the best new style releases of 2023 to start this week, too: Head over to Taylor Stitch and the Taylor Stitch Workshop to pre-fund the exceedingly cool, expertly crafted Taylor Stitch x Golden Bear Snap Bomber. It’s a style splurge, to be sure, but one that you’ll no doubt have for years — if you’ve tried out the brand’s past collaborations with legendary SF outfitter Golden Bear, you know that much is true.

As for me, well, that’s going to wrap up today’s post: I’m going to enjoy some downtime this weekend, some cold beer & some Michigan State basketball. For good measure, I’m going to take another brief look back at 2022 as I plan for 2023. I hope you do the same! Cheers and thanks, as always, for reading The Style Guide.

November 28, 2022November 22, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Save 30% Today Only On This Rugged Filson Jacket

My friends, we aren’t quite done yet with the best Cyber Week menswear deals from plenty of your favorite brands, including revered retailers that rarely offer up styles for sale. One such revered retailer might be Filson, longtime Pacific Northwest gear purveyors, and a brand that doesn’t run all that many sales (try two a year).

That’s what makes today’s deal on one of the best jackets for men so essential, and so short-lived. So, here goes: Today only, get 30% off the Filson Vintage Wash Moleskin Work Coat. Yes, that’s right: Today only, and 30% off up for grabs.

Oh, and that’s not all. You can also score 30% off the Filson All Season Rain Coat in Root, a wise choice if you need one of the best rain jackets for a more temperate climate (check out that jacket above). Once again, that stylish men’s rain coat (made from the brand’s rugged, weather-ready Shelter Cloth) is 30% off as part of Filson Cyber Monday deals, and you can only get it today.

If you ask me, those are two seriously rugged wardrobe upgrades worth making, especially the Filson Vintage Wash Moleskin Work Coat, what with its pre-washed construction, hard-wearing yet soft cotton build, cool Dark Navy color and four everyday carry pockets. Heck, why not buy two new Filson men’s jackets right now, ehh?

So, to sum it up quickly so you can get back to shopping Filson Cyber Week deals: Save 30% today only on two of Filson’s best jackets. Good luck out there, my friends.

October 27, 2022June 13, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Filson’s Lineup of Rugged Wool Jackets Are As Classic and Warm As It Gets

Alright, my friends. I’m going to keep today’s post brief, functional, stylish and highly rugged, particularly if you want one of the best jackets for men. That means I’m going to recommend you shop the impossibly cool, classic and dependable lineup of Filson wool jackets to layer up for fall and winter.

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The Pacific Northwest gear purveyor has quite the pedigree when it comes to the best cold-weather gear, as you know if you read the blog, and that includes a whole lineup of durable wool jackets, from the Lined Mackinaw Wool Jac-Shirt to the Filson Mackinaw Wool Cruiser Jacket.

These jackets are burly, dependable, super-warm and even a touch stylish for days off the grid and back in town. Prices start at under $300 for the collection, so give these heirloom pieces a look ASAP.

October 15, 2022October 13, 2022 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat – The Coolest New Jacket for Fall

My friends, just as “James Bond will return,” so too, will the much-loved Billy Reid Bond Peacoat. The now-iconic style (named for Reid’s Bond Street store in NYC and worn by 007 himself in Skyfall) is back in stock for 2022 and features some seriously cool new details, to boot. Of note, the famed Billy Reid Bond Peacoat is now, well, the Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat. That’s right: Where the much-loved and fast-selling Bond Peacoat was once made of heavy, warm Melton wool — like classic peacoats from days gone by — the new iteration of the style features weather-resistant Scottish waxed cotton from legendary mill Halley Stevensons.

It’s a major step up that turns the Billy Reid Bond Peacoat into a jacket you can reliably wear in fall and winter — and spring, for that matter — with the specs and high-quality design to match. Making some of the best jackets for men is just one specialty of Mr. Reid, based in Alabama and a favorite of the blog for making seasonal staples like one of the best men’s henleys, too.

The soon-to-be-legendary (IMHO!) Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat ups the ante in a major way. The original version of the Bond Peacoat already featured luxe details like a back-collar leather lining and genuine horn buttons and the Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat also features standout details. In this case, that means your new favorite peacoat also features a warm quilted lining with an engineered stripe as an added style detail.

For good measure, the impressive Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat even features leather tabs at the waist pockets, plus those same durable horn buttons. This jacket is both rugged and yet luxe and sleek, the sort of coat you can wear on blustery fall and winter days aplenty without missing a beat — while drawing compliments all the while, I’d bet. Of course, the Billy Reid Waxed Bond Peacoat is an investment at just under $700, but it’s an impressive jacket you’ll have for years to come — Bond himself approves.

June 4, 2022June 1, 2022 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Iron and Resin Revival Jacket – The Coolest Lightweight Summer Jacket

There comes a time in every guy’s life — especially in the summer months — when he’s got to gear up to hit the road with only the essentials in tow, and that’s where one of the best lightweight jackets for summer enters the equation. In fact, it’s coming at you courtesy of a brand that knows all too well how to outfit guys for the road in rugged situations aplenty: That’d be Iron and Resin, and of course, they’re stocked and sold right now by the great folks at Huckberry. I’ve lately sung the praises of Huckberry for selling summer gear like some of the best sunglasses for men, and you should certainly add the durable, very well-made Iron and Resin Revival Jacket to the list.

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It’s part of the latest and greatest crop of Huckberry New Arrivals, the sort of gear that’ll have you ready for the open road in no time. What makes the Iron and Resin Revival Jacket worthy of your hard-earned cash and time this season? Reader, I’m glad you asked. It’s modeled after classic 1950s service station jackets, giving it a sense of old-school cool that you can’t find everywhere these days.

The Iron and Resin Revival Jacket is also made with the kind of durable-yet-lightweight fabric you need on breezy summer days and nights, especially times when a T-shirt simply won’t cut it. Button flap chest pockets make it similar to your favorite trucker jacket, while the cool aloha-print lining on the Iron and Resin Revival Jacket is a nice throwback touch, too. It’s unique, durable and timeless jacket made to be worn on all your summer adventures — act accordingly and add one of the best men’s lightweight jackets to your wardrobe ASAP.

March 7, 2022February 18, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is the Best Early Spring Jacket for Men

It’s one heck of a time to be searching for one of the best men’s jackets for early spring, and that’s why we’re gathered here today. In fact, I’d wager you already recognize the brand in question making your new favorite jacket, and that’s the perfectly balanced, rugged-yet-refined style purveyors at San Francisco-based Taylor Stitch. Hopefully, you recognize the brand from the blog over the years, seeing as they’re one of my favorite brands — and seeing as they can do it all in the world of menswear, from one of the best winter blazers for men to the carefully crafted Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket, the durable and hard-wearing coat seen at the top of the page. You also likely know the brand from other layers, including one of the best shawl cardigans, but as we roll through March and you pore over Taylor Stitch reviews, it’s best to lighten things up just a bit.

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It’s just about time you swapped out your sturdy winter parka for something lighter yet no less durable and substantial, and the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket checks all the right boxes in that regard. It starts with the silhouette, modeled off old workwear jackets and yet streamlined for today’s modern man: It’s the right blend of a field jacket and a chore coat, with nicely sized hip pockets and one chest pocket for storing your everyday carry essentials on and off the job. It only gets better from there, of course, when it comes to the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket.

The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket, crucially, really is made to be worn and lived in this season, crafted from 100 percent organic cotton that’s also been washed for a soft feel right out of the box. The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is almost like the perfect hybrid between a blazer and chore coat, with sturdy front buttons that can be buttoned all the way up or worn more casually (with only two or three buttons done up, for instance), and that versatility also makes it one of the best jackets for men. The Washed Charcoal color is yet another marker of versatility and utility when you consider the rugged appeal of the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket — you can wear this jacket with your favorite pair of blue jeans, with Taylor Stitch chinos and perhaps even with the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants for quick, casually polished weekend outings.

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But when you really need a jacket that can get the job done — even if that job happens to involve everything from daily meetings to site visits — the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket is the right way to go. Layer it up over an Oxford or chambray shirt to drive home its classic styling potential, or pair it with your favorite henley for a go-to laidback weekend look you can wear from day to night. The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket should prove a hit in matters of style and functionality, and that’s about the best you can ask for from one of the best spring jackets for men.

January 13, 2022December 28, 2021 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Bundle Up for Winter with This Rugged Belstaff Jacket from UNCRATE

I’ve talked a lot lately about the search for one of the best men’s jackets for winter. ‘Tis the season, right? If that sentiment rings particularly true with you today, then I can assure you that you’ll love the jacket in question we’re talking about from UNCRATE Supply and Belstaff. You see, the rugged and hard-wearing Belstaff Patrol Jacket goes above and beyond what you might have in your closet currently, and it does so in a big, big way. It’s one of the best men’s winter jackets for good reason, made with all the heritage and history you know and love from the famed British brand — this is very good news for your current collection of jackets, because it’s going to amp things up in a hurry.

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It also makes sense that you’re able to score this luxurious yet hard-wearing jacket from UNCRATE, which has already proven a reliable source for the best boots for men and the best winter menswear, to name but a few standout offerings. Yes indeed, you’d do well to ensure the Belstaff Patrol Jacket graces your shoulders the next time you step out the door this season. But why, precisely? I’m glad you asked, my friends.

The remarkable Belstaff Patrol Jacket is, first and foremost, a remarkably rugged and exceptionally well-made jacket, and one that’s inspired by the open road. The waxed cotton build is tough as nails and resists water and wind, crucial as you hit the road and hit the trail this season. And the Belstaff Patrol Jacket also gets the details right, down to the quilted lining for extra warmth and the iconic corduroy collar. Black hardware gives this jacket a sleek and versatile look, the kind you can pair with some of the best blue jeans for men and some comfortable yet durable leather boots.

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Now, you don’t get all this versatility and dependable style without a bit of an investment, and the Belstaff Patrol Jacket clocks in at a higher price tag than other jackets in your rotation. It retails for $850 at UNCRATE, but when you consider the fact that this jacket is finished off with a quilted winter lining for all-day warmth, it’s certainly worth investing in the Belstaff Patrol Jacket. Belstaff, most importantly, doesn’t cut corners when it comes to next-level quality and design, and that’s part of what makes the Belstaff Patrol Jacket such an essential piece of winter outerwear. Layer up accordingly, folks.

November 24, 2021November 15, 2021 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Filson’s Double Mackinaw Cruiser Is the Warmest Winter Jacket You Can Buy Now

When bone-chilling winter cold hits, where do you go? You go to your favorite brands, companies you can trust when it comes time to get out and about, in spite of inclement weather. Hopefully, you’re also turning to Filson, the century-plus-old heritage outfitter based in the Pacific Northwest and famous for outfitting explorers everywhere. While your own pursuits these days are likely a bit different than old-time prospectors, there’s no denying the next-level warmth and utility of the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser, one of the best men’s jackets and a remarkably solid update to the tried-and-true Filson Mackinaw Wool Cruiser Jacket. You’ll find the latest and greatest update to a classic in the never-not-well-stocked Filson New Arrivals section, a perfect place to go as you look to outfit yourself with the best winter menswear. The brand, helpfully, already makes one of the best men’s henleys, not to mention one of the best flannel shirts, so consider this icing on the cake.

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That jacket is a personal favorite of mine, with style points aplenty and the kind of warmth and comfort you’ll only find from a brand that builds its gear for the most extreme conditions possible. What sets the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser apart from other winter jackets? Well, it helps that Filson has a ton of experience when it comes to crafting menswear and gear for inclement weather. In this instance, that means the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser uses 100 percent virgin wool in two layers, all the better to keep you toasty in the falling snow.

As you might expect, the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser is packed with the customary bells and whistles from a brand that just knows how to get the job done (they’re useful for when you need to get the job done, too). Military-grade melanine buttons ensure long-lasting durability and protection from the elements, while the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser has a whopping nine pockets (nine!), all the better to hold your everyday carry gear — naturally, Filson has you covered in that department, too. The brown wool of the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser is a seasonally appropriate style touch, one that makes this a rugged jacket to wear with Filson jeans and one of the best men’s henleys, too.

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An added layer of wool at the shoulders also makes the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser a burly and extremely warm jacket, no matter how cold it gets out there. A word to the wise: You very well might want to size down if you seek a more snug fit, but the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser is also well-suited for layering (check out Filson men’s sweaters if you really want to go all-in on rugged, comfortable, dependable winter style). One last note on the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser — it’s a jacket meant to be invested in (it retails for $650, after all), but it’s going to last and last for seasons on end. If that sounds ideal to you — and it should! — then consider making the Filson Double Mackinaw Cruiser your new favorite winter jacket.

November 13, 2021November 3, 2021 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket – The Best Men’s Jacket for Fall and Winter Weather

When you find a jacket that looks on paper to be well-suited for adventures and for fall and winter weather, it’s of the essence that you jump right on it. It sounds simple on paper, but it’s worth a reminder that the best chance to get one of the best men’s jackets for fall and winter weather is actually right here, right now. The jacket in question as today’s Style Pick of the Week is the Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket, an amped-up offering that pushes the retailer’s rugged, classic Americana menswear into more technical, yet no less stylish, territory. If you read the blog on the regular, you’ve likely come across a Buck Mason review or two (to say the least). And as we head into chilly winter weather, it’s worth going back to the brand and picking up what could be one of the best men’s jackets for fall and winter weather. That’s a bold claim, but remember: It’s Buck Mason we’re talking about here, and the brand certainly delivers. For starters, it’s certainly the perfect jacket if you want to blend the bold and rugged with the functional and technical.

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The Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket takes what you love about the brand (modern updates to classic silhouettes, among other key attributes) and goes a step further, using vintage design inspiration and materials that fit right in with 2021. Crucially, those modern design touches include durable water resistant coating and the use of warm, responsible 650 fill-power traceable duck down. In short, that means the versatile-as-can-be Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket is ready to layer up every day, either atop your business casual attire or out on the trail or a cabin getaway. And there’s a lot more where that came from.

This jacket takes its cues from cold-weather expedition jackets, hence the name – and hence additional design moves like a slimmer waist and yet a relaxed fit through the chest and sleeves (all the better for layering up during intense fall and winter weather). The Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket delivers just about everything you could ask for in an adventure-minded jacket, including fleece-lined hand-warmer pockets, a draw cord hood and waist — for added protection against chilly winds — and small touches like leather adjusters on the hood itself. If you thought the American-inspired brand might have foregone the details in favor of a more technical focus, well, think again, my friends. The Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket delivers both style and functionality in spades.

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Just because inclement weather hits doesn’t mean that style falls by the wayside, and the Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket takes care of that quite handily. The Coyote color is rich and versatile, able to play nicely alongside black or blue jeans, grey canvas work pants and brown or black leather work boots. Throw it on atop a Buck Mason sweater, then team that combination with some classic Buck Mason jeans, and you’ve got an #OOTD ready for both adventures on and off the trail — or just around town. Yes indeed, the Buck Mason Down Expedition Jacket will get the job done, keep you mighty warm and look positively great through it all.

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