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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These HELM Boots Loafers Are Your New Favorite Pair of Spring Footwear

To your Brooklyn style writer, part of the fun of getting dressed in style in 2024 and beyond is when you come across a tried-and-true brand that does things just a little bit differently from time to time. Take Austin-based HELM Boots, a personal favorite brand of mine and perhaps the maker of some of your favorite leather boots.

And yet, the company has a knack for translating that same rugged craftsmanship into more distinctive footwear beyond just rugged leather boots — the HELM Wilson Loafer is as much evidence of that as any, with the same rich, thoughtful design and plenty of dressy, polished appeal for spring and summer.

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The HELM Wilson Loafers depart from what you might expect from the brand in some seriously cool ways, from the sleek, sharp Supple Brush-Off Krumenauer Leather (lined with black leather) to the streamlined loafer design that does away with what you might call traditional penny loafer detailing. The finely crafted burgundy leather is about as eye-catching as it gets, although the HELM Wilson Loafers also come in more classic colors like Teak and Brown.

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The HELM Wilson Loafers also feature a rubber sole for some added traction (although you’ll want to reserve these sleek loafers for sunny days), and the stacked leather heel plays nicely off HELM’s signature white midsole. Some varieties of the HELM Wilson Loafers feature contrast stitching for a slightly more casual look. Incredibly, these stylish leather loafers are water-resistant, while the Blake stitch construction is fully resoleable.

While the HELM Wilson Loafers are a slight departure from what you might expect in a pair of loafers, I’d say they’re a welcome change of pace when it comes to your spring and summer footwear rotation. If you agree, be sure to shop HELM Boots ASAP and save 15 percent on your first order. Your feet will thank you, indeed.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers – The Best Loafers for the Rest of Summer

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There are certain times in a guy’s summer pursuits when he’s got to step things up just a notch beyond more casual men’s style essentials, like, say, wearing the best summer sneakers. Yes indeed, there are times you’re going to want to step out in fresh, refined style — possibly wearing one of the best summer blazers — and when you do so, you’re going to want to be wearing a pair of the best summer loafers for men.

Although it’s the end of July, you’ll still have ample time to wear the set in question today: The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers, as sold by my good friends at Huckberry.

You very well likely know Astorflex for making some of the best men’s chukka boots or some of the most affordable sneakers for men, sure, but they’re so much more than that. The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers are a particular step up for the brand, using all of the Italy-based, family-owned company’s penchant for fine detail and craftsmanship. It starts with the use of soft European leather and environmentally friendly construction, and the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers only get better from there.

Best loafers for men.

The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers are also built on a weather-resistant rubber outsole for surprising durability from a leather loafer, while the sleek profile is dressy, sharp and as versatile as it gets. The Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers feature a cleaner design than boat shoes, allowing you to style them with, say, your favorite summer suit or some of the best chinos for men in refined fashion.

And although they’re priced at a slightly higher clip than more casual boat shoes or loafers (the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers will set you back $195), you’re getting both options — in terms of rich leather colorways and versatility. You could even team the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers with stretch chino shorts and your favorite summer polo the right mix of refined and casual summer style. Don’t take my word for it, though: Make the most of the rest of the season by stepping into the Astorflex Patnoflex Loafers.