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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Sunwashed Polo from Faherty Brand Is The Breezy Upgrade You Need This Summer

Building a successful and stylish menswear wardrobe means options are crucial, as we often say — and that certainly holds true for selections that bridge the gap between casual style and laidback, leisurely pursuits.

So, while a selection of stylish men’s T-shirts gets the job done for off-duty hangs, for instance, what about when you want that crucial sense of polish and style in a fashion that’s just a bit more elevated? Well, my friends, that’s why we’re here today — to talk about one of the best polo shirts for men, the right sort of style to step things up ever so slightly without overdoing it.

And as seems to be the case most times these days as you scour the market for the best summer style essentials, Huckberry and Faherty Brand have just what you need.

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Family-owned Faherty Brand was founded with inspiration and roots along the coast of New York, and its breezy yet durable array of menswear (especially its ultra-soft flannel shirts and sweater-shirt jackets) holds true to that approach.

These are selections that are particularly at home on and near the water. Past Faherty Brand reviews on this blog have tended to cover its winter menswear, but let’s shift to something more lightweight as the thermostat climbs, shall we?

And that brings us to the Faherty Brand Sunwashed Polo, an undisputed style staple for soft comfort and casually cool good looks. The Faherty Brand Sunwashed Polo is also a best-seller at Huckberry, which is saying something given that the Americana retailer has plenty of selections that are fan favorites (including Flint and Tinder’s own lineup of summer-approved polo shirts).

The Faherty Brand Sunwashed Polo, on the other hand, takes a slightly more laidback approach without losing any of its versatility: 100 percent organic cotton gets what the brand calls an ozone wash for plenty of softness, while the three-button spread collar is an expert style move.

This handsome polo comes in two eye-catching striped options, and one variation of the Faherty Brand Sunwashed Polo takes its cues from iconic Breton stripe T-shirts. And for just under $100, you’re getting a classically minded polo shirt that’s as easily wearable with stretch chino shorts as it is with linen trousers or stretch chino pants.

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For effortlessly cool style, for classic good looks and for plenty of soft comfort, the Faherty Brand Sunwashed Polo is a surefire style upgrade when you want to toe the line between luxe and leisurely. Add it to your style rotation ASAP, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Upgrade Your Off-Duty Wardrobe with This USA-Made Polo from American Giant

There’s something to be said for upgrading the way you dress from A-to-Z, from day to night, on the clock and off — one of the best men’s polos can help you nail the perfect balance between polished style and laidback cool, and many of the best men’s polo brands are making shirts that are more leisurely than stuffy.

Take American Giant and the brand’s new USA-made polo: It’s made more like a T-shirt than a traditional polo shirt, from the fabric to the construction to the easygoing way you can wear it (a far cry from polo shirts that might have been part of your summer uniform in years past).

No sir, in my experience, the American Giant Premium Slub Polo is changing the game as far as the best polo shirts for men are concerned, in much the same way the brand has remained fiercely committed to USA-made menswear.

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That goes for the brand’s focus on making one of the best henleys for men as well as the best T-shirts for summer, each of which deserves place of pride in your seasonal wardrobe. But let’s take a closer look at the polo shirt you’re going to be wearing all summer, the American Giant Premium Slub Polo.

As the name would suggest, premium slub cotton gives this shirt a super-soft feel, texture and substance — it should prove lightweight and breathable without being overly thin.

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The steadfast USA-made fashion brand bills this shirt as a “modern take on the classic polo,” and I’d have to agree (my other American Giant reviews surely show I’m a big-time fan of the brand over the years). American Giant buttons grace the three-button placket, with a collar that should frame the face nicely.

And yet, the fabrication of the American Giant Premium Slub Polo means it has more in common with a laidback T-shirt, yet the collar gives it more polish — whether paired with dark blue jeans, tan chino shorts or even drawstring linen lounge pants.

The American Giant Premium Slub Polo is made in Los Angeles — a fine place to shop some of the best knitwear on the market at the moment — and comes in both two limited-edition colors and the timeless, flattering black for a crisp look and feel. The fit should fall below the belt line without proving overly long, a problem I’ve had with some polos in the past — but with American Giant, classic looks and a proper fit are the name of the game, at least in my experience.

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No matter how you choose to style the American Giant Premium Slub Polo, you’re getting a standout blend of great looks, expert design and USA-made construction — what more can you ask for from one of the best polo shirts for men?

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Patrick James Knit Polo Is As Refined As It Gets For Elevated Seasonal Style

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For as much as spring and summer style is about embracing a sense of adventure and a return to casually rugged fashion (think short-sleeve henleys and pocket tees, for instance), there’s plenty to be said for embracing the chance to dress in more elevated fashion.

Don’t let that scare you off: The classic style staples you know and love — like one of the best men’s polos — are simply getting a bit of a refined, elegant update, especially in the hands of a menswear brand like Patrick James.

The California style purveyors have been refining wardrobes — and every piece of Patrick James menswear — with a unique West Coast sensibility since the early 1960s, so it’s fitting that the Patrick James knit polo you see above has very much come back into vogue.

This stylish knit polo offers a twist on the traditional three-button polo in a way that’s utterly classic and just different enough to add a breath of fresh air (and summer style) to your wardrobe, and this Patrick James review should (hopefully) convince you to switch up your warm-weather menswear rotation ever so slightly.

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If you ask this Brooklyn style writer, that sense of elevated, at-times preppy, always classic style from Patrick James menswear certainly has a place in your wardrobe for occasions where the dress code calls for your best foot forward. And as of late, I’ve been embracing doings things a touch differently — reaching for something like the slightly preppy, very Mad Men-esque Patrick James Reserve Knit Polo, which features throwback detailing and high-quality construction in every stitch.

The Patrick James Reserve Knit Polo blends a crisp Navy color with light blue piping and a full-button front, not unlike a cardigan sweater, but updates the silhouette with a dashing, traditional fold-over collar.

The effect is pleasingly dressy and crisp without overdoing it — for occasions where a suit might prove too much (or too stuffy), consider an alternative like the Patrick James Reserve Knit Polo. I’ve even found that a size XL fits nicely on my frame, as you might have seen from this knit polo’s appearance on my Instagram Stories.

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And while it’s a bit of a departure from the traditional two or three-button polo, this shirt is a stylish swerve from the norm — and it’s made all the better by high-quality design you can feel and see (this polo is ridiculously soft and moves with you easily, buttoned or unbuttoned. For your next elevated #OOTD, opt for a timeless-yet-on-trend piece like the Patrick James Reserve Knit Polo, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save on this Classic-Meets-Modern Flint and Tinder Polo from Huckberry

I’m all about versatile men’s style essentials that deliver the unexpected in evermore different, fresh ways. Of course, in my experience, you can count on Huckberry to design and ship classic menswear with a modern twist, like one of the best polos for men — one that wears, fits and feels more like a T-shirt than the stuffy polo shirts of days gone by.

For starters, this polo is on sale via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section for a whopping 40 percent, a steal of a deal that’s too good to pass up. And beyond that, your new favorite polo simply has serious chops, the kind that make it a modern update to a timeless sporting silhouette.

The Flint and Tinder Cotton Hemp Polo starts, of course, with a soft, breezy cotton-blend fabric, one reinforced with hemp for durability and sustainability.

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Beyond that, this ultra-soft, stylish polo comes in a range of classic colors (although the Natural option is a personal favorite for a summer-friendly change of pace). It also boasts a tailored-yet-smart fit and a crisp two-button placket. If you’re looking for one of the best men’s polos to wear untucked, easily, with smart chinos at the office or with your favorite linen-blend shorts at a summer BBQ, you might have met your match.

Plus, the use of hemp makes this polo anti-microbial — although in my book, this casually cool polo shirt is such a standout deal at Huckberry, you very well might want more than one in your rotation, especially via this weekend’s sale price. Go forth, opt for an unexpected twist on the polo, and reap the (stylish) rewards, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Billy Reid Pensacola Polo is a Spring Style Classic

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The best menswear brands have a way of taking the seemingly simple and turning it into something even better, even if it’s an already well-established style classic. In this case, that would be the ever-versatile, slightly preppy men’s polo.

Once a staple of tennis courts and still a pillar of sporty style, the silhouette takes on a bit of a laidback-yet-polished air in the hands of one of the country’s best menswear designers, the one and only Billy Reid.

Billy Reid Pensacola Polo.

It seems like we were just talking about a way to get a great deal on winter style picks via the Billy Reid End of Season Sale, but consider this a breezy way to move into a new season. In this case, the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo, a staple of the Alabama-based designer’s menswear line, takes on a new and improved look and feel for a new season.

Garment-dyed organic cotton delivers a soft, smooth handfeel for comfort right out of the box, while the fabric itself stays soft and breathable on spring and summer days.

Plus, the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo comes in a range of fresh, new and stylish colors for the season, including a bright Tropical Blue that would wear especially well with natural-hued jeans or stretch tan chinos. Other details, like a contrasting herringbone twill placket elevate the polo even further, blending the refinement of a sporty, four-button polo with the soft appeal of a breezy T-shirt.

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Signature details like Billy Reid’s signature herringbone twill stripe finish off the bottom hem with a subtly stylish touch. And the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo should also offer a trim, flattering fit — all the better for wearing on its own with chino shorts and linen trousers.

Best of all, your new favorite polo is well-reviewed and surely a Billy Reid fan favorite. The next time the occasion calls for the comfort of an easygoing T-shirt with the polish of a polo shirt, meet the moment with Billy Reid.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Outerknown Saltwater Slub Polo – Summer’s Breeziest Polo for Casual Style

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There are details that make a difference in your menswear wardrobe, particularly in the way you shop and the brands you target in your search for summer style essentials. Take the best sustainanble men’s fashion, for instance.

Brands that make a difference, treat the environment with care and produce clothing like, say, one of the best men’s polos in the process practically check all the right boxes in this day and age. I’ve always found that to be the case with a brand like Outerknown.

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Of course, that’s the stylish, rugged and eco-friendly menswear brand founded by surfing legend Kelly Slater. They’re well-known (on this blog and elsewhere) for producing picks like the Outerknown Blanket Shirt, not to mention an entire assortment of sustainable menswear from head-to-toe.

That lineup now crucially includes breezy picks like the Outerknown Salt Slub Polo, which makes it easier than ever to get comfortable, eco-friendly style at a fair price for the rest of the summer ahead.

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This stylish men’s polo (available in colors like a handsome Midnight Blue and an eye-catching Grey Mist) is crafted from an organic Portuguese cotton slub jersey fabric, an ultra-soft and textured fiber that’s also easier on the environment than traditional cotton.

The Outerknown Salt Slub Polo also boasts a crisp-yet-easygoing three-button collar and two-ply placket — it’s going to feel as soft as your favorite Outerknown T-shirt, all the while looking polished like a casually cool polo for summer nights aplenty.

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Beyond that, the Outerknown Salt Slub Polo accents things with a chest pocket for a more laidback look and feel, and there’s also a small “OK” logo at the bottom left hem. Taken all at once, this is a classically designed polo upgraded with modern fibers for a more sustainable, better and still-stylish polo wearing experience. Meet your new favorite polo for the rest of summer right now.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Mott and Bow Is Now Making One of the Best Men’s Polos On the Market

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There are some menswear releases that catch you by surprise at first, but make a ton of sense when you get right down to it – like the idea behind the brand that makes your favorite jeans releasing one of the best men’s polo shirts. That’s precisely what Mott and Bow has set its mind to as of late, and the NYC-based, direct-to-consumer denim brand continues to build off its high-quality jeans — all in an effort to slowly take over your wardrobe, of course.

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Perhaps you’re well-acquainted with the fact that the brand already makes some of the best lightweight jeans and the best classic blue jeans on the market, but the new Mott and Bow Jersey Polo goes above and beyond what you might expect. It’s made from a soft 100 percent cotton that’s been brushed for extra softness, not unlike how Mott and Bow T-shirts are also ultra-soft and comfortable.

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Helpfully, the Mott and Bow Jersey Polo features some unique touches that separate it from a crowded and competitive market for the best men’s polo. It’s made using a fit that’s neither too tight nor too loose, but the best feature on the Mott and Bow Jersey Polo might be the curved hem — it’s a flattering touch that helps this stylish new polo look great on every body type.

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Plus, this polo is available in sizes up to XXL, and the Mott and Bow Jersey Polo comes in a range of timeless, wear-with-anything colors, including Navy, Dark Grey and a crisp White. Best of all is the combination of quality and price.

The Mott and Bow Jersey Polo will set you back $75, a fair price to pay for a stylish men’s polo you can wear with everything from Mott and Bow denim to stylish stretch chino shorts and, of course, Mott and Bow men’s chinos. Consider picking it up to round out your end-of-summer wardrobe, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Billy Reid Pensacola Polo Is the Coolest Men’s Polo to Buy Now

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When you find a brand that does one thing extremely well — or rather, in the case of Billy Reid, at least one thing extremely well — it’s more than worth it to return to that same brand consistently, right? And if the challenge in question involves making style essentials that feel casual and laidback, yet still polished and versatile, Alabama-based Billy Reid is perhaps the brand to shop now. That’s particularly the case with the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo, which just so happens to be one of Billy Reid’s Bestsellers.

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It checks all the proper boxes as you shop for one of the best polos for men, from the dressy yet still easygoing four-button placket to the use of soft, breezy organic cotton. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that one of the best men’s polos comes in versatile, goes-with-anything colorways like Washed Grey and Navy, which you can wear with everything from Billy Reid chinos to stretch cotton shorts.

And while the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo is pricier than your average polo — it clocks in at $98 — it’s a worthwhile pick-up you can absolutely rock the rest of summer. Sounds like quite the purchase to start your week, if you ask me.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo – The Most Versatile Summer Polo on the Market

When you think about it, it’s actually easier than ever to spot a classic menswear essential that goes above and beyond the call of duty, so to speak, the kind of piece that stands out subtly and stylishly in a lineup. That’s precisely what Relwen — the old-school-inspired, Ohio-based brand as sold by Huckberry –excels at doing, be it one of the best men’s pocket tees or rugged outerwear. This all brings us to today’s Style Pick of the Week, the Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo. It’s absolutely one of those classic men’s style moves that brings more to your wardrobe than meets the eye, and your summer menswear rotation is all the better for it. Let’s dive in a bit more, shall we?

Crucially, the Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo uses lightweight cotton jersey fabric to keep things breezy and cool, and the details only get better from there. The uniquely shaped collar on the Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo is designed to frame your face nicely, while the extended three-button placket lends this stylish men’s polo some dressy-meets easygoing flair. The Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo also hits the right style notes in terms of color combinations, be it a striped red number or variations on navy and white micro-stripes.

To top it all off, the cotton jersey fabric of the Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo has been garment-washed for softness, so you can rock this one effortlessly right from the second you open it. Whether paired up with tailored chinos or light wash jeans, the Relwen Jersey Stripe Polo is the kind of style upgrade every guy needs.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo – The Best Summer Polo for Men

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When it comes to your rotation of summer style essentials, the classics really are quite simply, the very best sometimes. And when it comes to the work being done by Buck Mason, you can bet that they know their way very well around utterly timeless classics. That brings us to today’s must-buy Style Pick, the Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo — it’s an upgraded take on a seasonal style move with plenty of rugged character and refinement.

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All of the hallmarks of a timeless Buck Mason style move are there, much like the brand’s take on one of the best short-sleeve shirts for summer, or one of the coolest lightweight jackets for men. Think of the Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo like a revamped look at a warm-weather staple, this time featuring yarn-dyed cotton jersey fabric for lightweight breathability. That’s not all the Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo has going for it — keep scrolling for more, my friends.

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The specs, as one might expect with Buck Mason, are on-point, including a three-button placket that’s both dressy enough to sit nicely under a blazer and cool-looking enough to be worn on its own. Another reason the Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo looks so darn cool on its own? The indigo dip-dye process, with a yarn-dyed finish that results in fading over time the more you wear it.

It’s a polo that you’ll find yourself returning to time and again, all thanks to that easily wearable slim fit — team it with your favorite chino shorts or even light wash denim and some of the best summer sneakers any day of the week. And because it’s Buck Mason we’re talking about, the Buck Mason Indigo Dipped Polo offers up plenty of bang for your buck — it retails for $68, a nice steal given its versatility. Add it to your summer wardrobe ASAP.