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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Poncho Outdoors Shirts are My New Favorite, and You Can Get a Deal On ‘Em Now

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In my day-to-day covering the world of men’s style, gear, spirits and more, I’m fortunate beyond belief to get to pursue each of passions — and to stumble across some pretty exceptional brands in the process, brands that align with my personal style, my wardrobe and my pursuits far afield.

These brands are big-time winners I’ve added to my roster over the years, ones you surely know if you shop for men’s style essentials through this Brooklyn style blog: We’re talking heavy hitters like Huckberry, Taylor Stitch and Buck Mason, to name just three, but let’s welcome a reliably stylish, performance-minded and absolutely remarkable brand to the rotation: Poncho Outdoors, makers of some of my new favorite shirts.

The Poncho Outdoors roster is reliably packed with performance shirts of every breed, from durable stretch denim and Western-inspired shirts to soft, supple yet sturdy flannel shirts. Poncho Outdoors even makes a seriously fun Field Polo with Western detailing, while its corduroy shirts are relatively lightweight, ultra-soft and built with enough stretch to move with you (I especially love the Zilker Shirt from Poncho Outdoors).

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The good folks at Poncho Outdoors know the good things in life: The great outdoors, the pursuit of the perfect spot to build a bonfire, maybe even fly fishing followed by cold beer, or perhaps you simply reach for a casually rugged, stylish Poncho Outdoors shirt to zip across town to catch an indie rock show (guilty as charged).

In that way, the brand reminds me a lot of Huckberry: Rugged gear with timeless appeal, built to last, built for the good times in life and practically assured to take over your shirting rotation (multiple times a week, I find myself wearing a Poncho Outdoors men’s shirt).

There’s a sense of supreme quality and the finer details being taken care of — its flannel shirts feature magnetic snap buttons at the chest plus a hidden inner zip chest pocket, while the hem of most Poncho Outdoors shirts is adorned with a microfiber cloth (a sunglasses pocket at the chest takes care of storing those).

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And when you order two Poncho Outdoors shirts, you unlock a free gift, starting with a trucker hat with classically cool throwback looks. That’s a nice deal to introduce you to the brand, I’d say — and while I don’t wear Poncho Outdoors shirts every single day, I could see myself adding durable, rugged men’s shirts at a consistent clip — test out the brand, see for yourself and find out what Poncho Outdoors can really do for your wardrobe.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt – A Truly Timeless Holiday Style Staple

What’s the essence of the best holiday style for men? Is it an outfit that’s entirely festive and adorned with Christmas colors? Or is it something cozy and utterly classic, centered by pieces that are a bit timeless — pieces that your forefathers might have worn, no less? In my experience when it comes to how to dress for Christmas, I’d go with the second of those two options: Crisp, classic, elegant when needed and versatile in every sense of the word. Here’s where the Americana menswear masters at Buck Mason enter the equation, specifically with one of the best flannel shirts for men.

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With its warming fabric and often a classic array of rich holiday plaid fabrications, the best flannel shirts for men are a tried-and-true style move — the kind we talk about so often here on this Brooklyn style blog — that hits the sweet spot for months at a time in terms of the best cold-weather style.

And while Buck Mason has been making hearty, Americana-inspired flannel shirts for some time now, the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt represents a new entry into the brand’s shirting rotation — and perhaps your own, at that.

The Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt twists the classic flannel overshirt ever-so-slightly, using the throwback silhouette of the camp collar shirt, the kind your father or grandfather might have trusted time and time again. It’s a wise move by Buck Mason, as the camp collar shirt has an easygoing nature that lends a sense of debonair flair to a classy cold-weather look, like one centered around Buck Mason corduroy pants or more casually with a pair of cuffed, expertly faded Buck Mason Japanese denim.

For its part, Buck Mason stuck to three eye-catching, distinctive plaid combinations and a boxy, classic fit when designing this new spin on the flannel shirt. With its soft-brushed interior, the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt should feel incredibly soft on its own or layered in more easygoing, rugged fashion over a thermal henley.

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When it’s time to put your best foot forward, simply reach for this shirt and some crisply cut chinos and brown leather chukka boots, or else style the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt in tailored-yet-leisurely fashion with a soft-shouldered blazer, corduroy trousers and leather Chelsea boots. This stylish, retro-meets-modern flannel shirt is an instant twist on a classic, and your seasonal wardrobe is all the better for it.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Todd Snyder Updates the Western Shirt in Classic Corduroy

Updating a classic isn’t quite as tricky as it seems, at least in the hands of the right menswear designer, and since the Western shirt (and all things Western) are having a serious moment right now, it only feels fitting to focus on a revamped classic for the season at hand.

And that revamped classic, at least in the case of today’s feature, is the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt, a premium and refined-yet-rugged spin that pairs the classic nature of corduroy with the crisp look and feel of a hard-wearing Western shirt.

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You can count on Snyder to take old favorites and make them feel as stylish and as fresh as ever, be it the classic crewneck sweatshirt, the expertly cut and faded blue jean, the sturdy American-made T-shirt or the crisply designed Oxford shirt.

Of course, Snyder’s lineup also includes sweater polos, dress trousers, expert tailoring and sartorially inspired outerwear for all occasions, but there’s something easy to love about the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt.

The brand says this shirt, particularly in a rich ‘Coppertone’ shade, retains “all the rugged charm of a vintage Western shirt,” but this time uses a soft fine wale corduroy. Mother-of-pearl buttons give the shirt a handsome look and feel, while Western detailing like chest and back yokes adds to its authentic nature.

And there’s also a dressier quality than normal to the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt, which you can pair seamlessly with durable indigo denim or else pair up with light tan or even olive chinos.

Switch out your dark blue jeans for a lightly faded pair, then match up the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt with some Western boots, and you’ve got a look fit for work or play (but especially a date night where you want a bit of a look with some elegant attitude all the same).

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This shirt also comes in a sleek all-black Caviar colorway, but if you ask me, the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt is at its finest in a rich, earthy shade of medium-brown. For classic style that feels decidedly modern, you’re going to want the Todd Snyder Corduroy Western Shirt in your rotation this season.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save More Than 30 Percent On Outerknown’s Best-Selling Blanket Shirt In Time for Fall

Outerknown Blanket Shirt review.

You might make the case that there’s not a more classic or quintessential fall style move than that of the hearty plaid shirt, a timeless go-to in matters of rugged style, easygoing good looks and dependable performance.

While some variations are made from thick cotton flannel or cotton chamois, there’s also something to be said for a modern update to an icon, and that’s where the Outerknown Blanket Shirt has made waves in recent years.

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Part of the steadily growing and eco-conscious lineup at legendary surfer Kelly Slater’s Outerknown line, the Blanket Shirt in its many richly crafted cotton twill variations has become a fan favorite in the modern era, and it’s not hard to see why. In fact, to hear the brand tell it, the style is “Outerknown’s most beloved item for all seasons and quality that feels so damn good every time you throw it on.”

That’s high praise indeed, but in my experience, the hard-working Outerknown Blanket Shirt lives up to the hype, and then some.

Add in the fact that select colors of the utterly classic Outerknown Blanket Shirt (including Dusty Red Cusco Plaid as shown here) are on sale, and you’ve got a surefire recipe for seasonal style success, my friends.

The Outerknown Blanket Shirt is bolstered by the use of soft yet sturdy organic cotton twill that’s further accented by two useful chest pockets and nut buttons — it can be worn on it own comfortably, or else as a dependable overshirt atop everything from a garment-dyed pocket tee to a thermal henley.

You’ll notice that the casually rugged Outerknown Blanket Shirt comes in a vast array of colors and patterns, all the better to amp up your off-duty wardrobe when paired with faded blue jeans or tobacco-hued chinos (both favorites in my style rotation).

The Outerknown Blanket Shirt is also finished with a contrasting chambray inner collar and back fabrication, and it’s worth noting that best-selling styles like this tend to avoid the proverbial sale bin for most of the season.

And yet, with fall and its many layering options all around us, it’s worth taking a chance (a very well-considered, stylish chance) on the reliable and reliably stylish Outerknown Blanket Shirt at the right price. Good luck, and we’ll see you out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Plaid Western Shirt – An Elegantly Rugged Seasonal Shirting Move

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Is there any American menswear designer out there that does a better job at taking rugged staples and giving them an elevated, even luxe feel? There are certain names that come to mind (Todd Snyder among them), but Alabama-based Billy Reid and his namesake label tend to do a positively stellar job at taking the familiar and the rugged, and then blending them in a new, altogether fresh way. That’s lofty praise, while also saying a lot: What does it all mean for you?

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It means that if you want a rugged-yet-elegant flannel shirt, one that leans on both Western heritage and classic plaid patterns, you’ve found your match in the Billy Reid Plaid Western Shirt this season. From the angled Western-style chest pockets to the dusty, Southwest-inspired Brown/Dark Forest colorway (Billy’s signature shade of brown, to be exact), the details and the thoughtful design are evident in every single stitch.

The Billy Reid Plaid Western Shirt amps up the plaid pattern in a serious way (a large-scale way, as the name would indicate), and also offers a layering-ready standard fit, so you can style this handsome plaid flannel shirt on its own or atop a thermal henley or a pocket tee.

Smoke mother-of-pearl buttons add a refined touch, while the placket is finished with the award-winning designer’s signature ribbon stripe detailing. The effect is eye-catching and utterly classy, at least in my experience wearing top-of-the-line Billy Reid menswear.

You’ll also notice contrast diagonal stitching at the pockets of this newfound autumnal favorite, which Billy Reid says is “our modern take on an old-school style.” They’re certainly correct when it comes to that modern spin on a tried-and-true favorite, which just so happens to be the sort of pieces we love to feature (and wear!) here at this Brooklyn style blog.

The Billy Reid Plaid Western Shirt, particularly when styled with dark blue jeans or even navy chinos, puts a tailored spin on a rugged favorite, but it’s perhaps at its best when worn with light tan chinos or even dark tan, bourbon-hued corduroy pants. The custom cotton fabric should prove lightweight enough to layer, but not too flimsy in the fall and winter cold.

The best part about the Billy Reid Plaid Western Shirt is the fact that you can use it to dress down a charcoal blazer, or fall right in line with your favorite shawl cardigan — the options are practically limitless when it comes to this versatile, old-school-meets-new-school Western plaid buttondown. Layer up accordingly in the weeks ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Denim Overshirt is the Perfect Blend of Rugged and Refined Style

It’s always a positive, at least in my experience scouring the market for menswear essentials, to come across a fresh take on a tried-and-true staple, the kind we certainly love to talk about here at this Brooklyn menswear blog.

At least in my own personal rotation, the best denim shirts for men are something of a near-daily staple (as you well know if you read this blog regularly or follow me on Instagram).

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And over the years, I’ve come across plentiful excellent examples of the style, including the famed Todd Snyder Italian Denim Overshirt as shown above. In a new edition for 2025 and yet boasting the same banner of quality and rugged-yet-refined style you’ve come to expect from the award-winning designer, the handsome nature of this denim overshirt is perfect for fall when it comes to looks — and its construction is even more well-suited to the season at hand. Let’s dive in a bit further today, shall we?

The Todd Snyder Italian Denim Overshirt reminds me of the durable pieces worn by my father back in Michigan, yet this one features a more modern cut and fabrication (and likely wouldn’t be worn with light wash jeans, as was so often the case back in the ’90s!).

Instead, the Todd Snyder Italian Denim Overshirt makes use of prime Italian cotton denim from Albiate, which is then fashioned into a slim-fit overshirt that seems perfectly primed to wear atop a thermal henley, a pocket tee, a graphic T-shirt or perhaps even on its own, beneath a rugged shawl cardigan.

And yet, keep in mind that an overshirt is a prime seasonal layer, especially when thrown on at a moment’s notice over a perfectly crafted, garment-washed T-shirt (again, it’s a daily staple look of mine!). Two chest pockets give the Todd Snyder Italian Denim Overshirt its utility and structure as an overshirt, whether paired with dark black jeans or perhaps olive canvas pants on a job site, in the garage or at the drafting table (or around a fall bonfire, cold Octoberfest beer in hand).

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The stonewashed process gives it plenty of character and style points, while the sturdy build should prove durable and easily wearable season after season — and at $248, I’d want to get as much wear as possible out of your new favorite denim overshirt. Stay tuned for more from Todd Snyder this fall season, and revel in the perfect balance between rugged function and stylish form, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Flannel Shirt Is Your New Everyday Go-To This Season

The right wardrobe for fall calls for reliability and rugged appeal — the sort of pieces, as we so often talk about, that you can wear consistently and stylishly, especially in these increasingly casual times.

So, while a dress shirt or even a chambray-style dress shirt can often suffice in the dressiest situations out there, one of the best flannel shirts is a wise move to keep close at hand as your “daily driver,” so to speak.

And when you find a stylish men’s flannel shirt, one that you can wear with corduroy trousers as easily as with dark blue jeans, that’s just the ticket. As I’ve found out over these past few weeks putting stylish new fall gear to the test, well, that’s where my friends at Bespoke Post and Line of Trade can help out.

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Throw in the fact that the best men’s flannel shirts are often made with affordability and comfort in mind — and a lightweight build compared to. say, flannel shirt jackets — then you’re in business and on the go.

At least, all of those attributes hold true with one of my favorite flannel shirts, the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt.

As you’ll recall if you’ve had the chance to try out one of these standout flannel shirts — or any product from the Bespoke Post-approved brand, for that matter — then you’ll know that there’s a combination of style, classically rugged appeal and, in the case of the newest edition of the Summit Flannel Shirt, a supreme focus on ultra-soft brushed cotton flannel.

The Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt gets its standout quality from the use of soft brushed cotton flannel, the kind that’s lightweight enough to wear on its own and yet able to layer easily atop a thermal henley or beneath a stretch cotton blazer.

It doesn’t hurt that your new favorite flannel shirt comes in a handful of classic plaid patterns as sold by Bespoke Post (and you can also pick it up directly through Line of Trade, as luck would have it).

In my experience, the handsome Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt is nearly the perfect flannel shirt, with a lighter weight than a classic shirt jacket and a look that more than readily wears well with everything from a charcoal blazer to a durable pair of blue jeans. When you want quality that won’t quit, in a timeless plaid design and featuring super-soft fabric, look out for the Line of Trade Summit Flannel Shirt — it’s your new daily driver, as they say.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt – A Timeless Classic Made Modern

As we so often talk about here on this Brooklyn style blog for men, it can be mighty hard to improve upon a classic, especially one with roots as rugged as one of the best denim shirts for men.

Once a Western wear staple worn by real-life ranchers and cowboys, the denim shirt has come a long way over the years, and can even be turned into a slightly luxe, elevated-yet-edgy piece of menswear — as you can perhaps see with the Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt shown above.

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With its rugged appeal, dashing good looks and sturdy construction, the best men’s denim shirts are a staple of my own rotation, particularly when paired with other hard-working pieces (like black denim or olive chinos, at least in the case of this mid-wash denim shirt from the good folks at Nudie Jeans).

The denim brand elevates the blue jean with designer quality in mind, using asymmetrical chest pockets and Western detailing, like a curved back yoke. Tobacco-hued thread and a subtle logo chest patch give this shirt and its snap buttons some character, while the pleasing vintage-style wash wears well with other shades of denim — even inky blue indigo jeans for a modern spin on the “Canadian tuxedo.”

The Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt also uses organic cotton, this time in a sturdy yet supple 6.5oz. rigid dry denim build, a fabric that Nudie Jeans says “has a wonderful density that gives the shirt a perfect denim drape.” That’s high praise indeed, but it’s exactly what the doctor ordered when it comes to the best shirts for men, especially one as wearable as the Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt.

The sturdy and strong Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt layers well right now atop a pocket tee or a cotton graphic tee, while it can also be accessorized accordingly in the cooler months ahead with a thermal henley and a shawl collar cardigan.

If you just so happen to be feeling daring in matters of style, you could even style the Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt with a lightweight navy or khaki cotton blazer for a dash of high-low style. Give it a whirl, feel the standout quality of Nudie Jeans’ denim and the stylish Nudie Jeans Gunnar Denim Shirt, and revel in adding another sharp, hard-working shirt to your menswear rotation.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt is a Modern Spin on an Icon

I don’t know about you, but as I scour the market high and low for the best gear for men, I tend to turn to retailers — and style silhouettes — I know and trust. It’s something we’ve talked a lot about here on this Brooklyn style blog, but it can pay big-time dividends to be able to shop the same retailers and brands consistently, and that’s why I find myself turning nearly on the daily to Huckberry.

They’re purveyors of everything from the stylish Flint and Tinder denim shirt shown above to staple pieces like the best waxed trucker jackets, dependable stretch jeans, rugged boots and much, much more (so much more!).

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The Austin-based retailer has a near 15-year history of rugged, durable, stylish gear with an eye towards the classics, and for about 10 years, Flint and Tinder (starting with the famed Flint and Tinder 10-Year Hoodie) has been a major part of that journey.

It makes absolutely perfect sense that the company updates the classics with each passing season, from one of the best new chore coats to a vintage-inspired denim shirt with military-grade detailing. Here just in time to start the transition (slowly but surely!) from late summer into early, early fall, the Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt utterly delivers when it comes to top-notch design and construction, retro inspiration and hard-working appeal.

The specs on the Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt are precisely what you might expect from Huckberry, in the best way possible. The denim shirt has a durable heritage, after all, from the Wild West to the factory floor, and this number uses military-grade Japanese Urea buttons for a dependable finish.

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Super-soft, broken-in cotton denim gives your new favorite denim shirt easy wearability right out of the box, while two flap front chest pockets deliver the workshirt utility you need to store your everyday carry. The handsome Light Wash fabrication of the Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt is my personal favorite, with the ability to team with black jeans, grey stretch chinos, olive drawstring pants or tobacco corduroys come the colder months.

The Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt also boasts standout layering potential — consider wearing it atop a thermal henley or a heavyweight pocket tee as temperatures start to drop in the weeks ahead. It’s also hard not to appreciate the use of contrast white stitching throughout the shirt.

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As with other Flint and Tinder menswear from Huckberry, it should prove rugged and built to last (especially in its eye-catching Natural shade, a fashionable departure from the norm as far as the best denim shirts for men are concerned).

With durability, classic style and layering potential top of mind, the best men’s denim shirts are a must-buy for any casually cool fall menswear collection, and I couldn’t agree more with what Huckberry has dreamed up via the Flint and Tinder Washed Denim Shirt.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Relwen Short-Sleeve Shirt is a Reliable Daily Style Move for Summer

It’s never too late to start retooling and revamping your warm-weather wardrobe, especially as we roll into what you truly might call the dog days of summer. In my experience, being prepared goes a long way in the world of men’s style essentials — having the right gear at hand in your closet, like one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts for a dash of polish and comfort — is a must, is it not? And that’s where today’s must-buy style steal comes into play via our good friends at Huckberry and Relwen.

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The Ohio-based, heritage-inspired brand draws on menswear looks from decades past, like the short-sleeve shirt your grandfather might have worn to the shop. This time though, the Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt features a retooled fit, more modern fabric and crisp looks in every stitch — better still is the fact that it can be had for a downright steal in the always-evolving Huckberry Sale section.

That makes it a winner in my book, one you can wear well past Labor Day — and one you can even layer beneath a lightweight cotton sweater (like this one!) or even a more leisurely, stylish quarter-zip pullover on cool late summer and early fall evenings.

Don’t overlook the versatility of one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts: The Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt boasts a sturdy yet supple 100 percent cotton poplin twill build (in its Light Blue and White checked variation), along with details like a crisp buttondown collar and a chest pocket for a sense of casual style.

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Helpfully, the Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt features a tailored fit that’s neither too classic nor too tight — ideal for wearing untucked alongside chino shorts or a pair of Huckberry’s famed stretch chinos, wouldn’t you say?

Better still is the fact that your new favorite short-sleeve shirt is about 30 percent off right now via the lauded Huckberry Sale section — how’s that for a deal on a crisply designed short-sleeve shirt you can wear most every weekend (and even to the office, if layered up properly)? Not bad at all, my friends, and it looks to me like the Huckberry Sale section has come through once again.