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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Western Shirt is a Rugged Menswear Staple for Summer

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As we’ve talked about lately here on your favorite men’s style blog, there’s no time like the present to revamp your favorite men’s style essentials ever so slightly as we cruise past summer. So, while you might have mastered the art of laidback summer staples like one of the best linen jackets for men or one of the best pocket T-shirts, it pays off handsomely to have a few tricks up your sleeve.

What kind of menswear tricks? How about one of the best men’s Western shirts, especially one from my friends at Taylor Stitch? That’s the spirit, and it’s an expert change of pace to add some rugged appeal to many a casual look.

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While San Francisco’s Taylor Stitch is already well-known for making some of the best men’s Oxford shirts on the market, this Western shirt is more casual, more easy to dress down and just as expertly made. The Taylor Stitch Western Shirt, especially in washed denim, checks off a few boxes more than handily, from the throwback Western detailing to its durable design.

In fact, the Taylor Stitch Western Shirt is almost more like a shirt jacket than a classic buttondown shirt, particularly considering its 100 percent organic cotton construction in a medium-weight 6oz. build. It also boasts Western-style snap pockets for rugged, classic appeal, and it’s been washed for a broken-in look and comfort right out of the box.

Best men's Western shirt for 2024.

That holds true whether you layer the Taylor Stitch Western Shirt atop a classic pocket tee or your favorite henley, or style it all on its own with the Taylor Stitch Apres Pants, for instance.

With its durability, devil-may-care style potential and handsome good looks, the Taylor Stitch Western Shirt is cut for just about anything, especially casually cool summer nights around the bonfire. Add to your cart accordingly, folks.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt – Summer’s Perfect Adventure Shirt

Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt review.

There comes a point in the summer season when a man’s wardrobe of summer style essentials should be as easily accessible and as thoughtfully curated as possible.

These are times when you needn’t worry too much about what to wear next, because you’ve already acquired the best lightweight long-sleeve shirt, the best pair of breezy pants, the perfect pair of swim trunks and so on. And for all those times, I trust a brand like legendary Pacific Northwest heritage outfitter Filson.

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The famed company delivers on all fronts, whether you seek one of the best short-sleeve henleys or one of the best travel bags, and then some. Of course, the Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt is the latest and greatest entry into your menswear rotation, with a longstanding heritage of quality, comfort and versatile appeal.

As the headline says, it might be summer’s perfect adventure shirt, at least in my experience with Filson’s rugged menswear. Durable 6 oz. 100 percent cotton twill makes the difference, giving this shirt both hard-wearing appeal — for camping, for fly fishing, for hiking and as an extra layer atop your favorite T-shirt around a smoky summer bonfire.

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Plus, the Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt gets the details right, like two button-front chest pockets for everyday carry essentials. It also boasts a relaxed fit for layering, be that atop a short-sleeve T-shirt, your favorite long-sleeve henley or even a breezy linen shirt — it’s both a shirt and a jacket in that regard.

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And since it hails from Filson, you can rest easy knowing that the Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt is hard-working, extremely well-made and available in a stylish array of plaid patterns and rich colors. The Filson Lightweight Alaskan Guide Shirt very nearly checks all the boxes when it comes to one of the best men’s shirts for summer, and that makes it a winner in my book (and in your wardrobe).

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Versatile Everyday Shirt from Bonobos Is Now 30 Percent Off

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Sometimes, dressing in style and hitting the ground running is all about taking the guesswork out of, well, getting dressed. To me, that means having a solid selection of picks I can count on, as we so often talk about here at The Style Guide, and that works from the ground up to one of the best everyday shirts.

And although I often favor more rugged selections like a chambray shirt or a denim shirt, there’s nothing quite like the versatility you get from one of the best Oxford shirts.

Yes, it’s a preppy style staple, but companies like Bonobos are making the Oxford shirt one you can wear reliably in off-duty, non-work situations — the Bonobos Everyday Bedford Shirt is a prime example of that, and it’s on sale today.

Yes indeed — for 30 percent off right now, you can get the Bonobos Everyday Oxford Shirt in a year-round fabric weight (in this case, a sturdy but supple Bedford cord). Keep in mind that this fabric is heavier than Oxford cotton, but not as thick or textured as corduroy itself.

This makes it ideal for year-round wear, in my experience. Plus, the cut is expertly crafted for wearing untucked or tucked in — that’s the kind of versatility that, in my experience, can go a long way.

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After all, how many types of stylish men’s shirts can you wear to the office with some of the best Bonobos chinos and a lightweight blazer, as well as untucked alongside grey stretch jeans and suede chukka boots? Those are just two ways in which your new favorite shirt takes the cake, so to speak, and the price makes it quite tough to pass up, too.

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And colors like Sea Blue and Dusty Blue turn the typical men’s shirt on its head, a change of pace from crisp white or even a standard light blue. So, to recap: We’ve got a stylish men’s shirt in a distinct set of unique colors, made to be worn with multiple ensembles in mind, and it’s on sale? That’s a winner in my book, so add this number to your cart ASAP.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt is a Modern Menswear Classic

Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt

I’m not sure about you, but when I find a menswear essential I love, I tend to stick with it and find it in as many variations as possible. That goes for staple pieces like the best men’s chinos or one of my favorite henleys, and it’s especially the case with one of the best flannel shirts on the market.

And when it comes to today’s post, that flannel shirt is the Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt. It’s an everyday workhorse that cements the San Francisco brand as one of the best menswear brands to shop now, and it’s not hard to see why.

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Perhaps you’ve tried other crisply designed Taylor Stitch men’s shirts like the California Shirt, which nails the proper details in terms of a modern Oxford shirt. The Ledge Shirt, on the other hand, has a touch more rugged appeal with the same classic Taylor Stitch attention to detail.

That means they’ve used a super-soft washed 8oz. organic cotton for comfort right out of the box, then done up the Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt in a variety of rich, seasonal colors (like the Tarnished Brass Plaid option).

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Then, the Taylor Stitch Ledge Shirt is finished with dark horn buttons and classic workwear chest flap pockets. That means, at least in my experience, that you can wear this handsome flannel shirt on its own or as an overshirt over a rugged henley or thermal shirt.

Either way, it’s going to add a sense of timeless appeal to any look, especially when paired with blue jeans and your favorite pair of leather boots. Plus, it’s easy to shop in the brand’s signature chest sizing options. All the proper boxes are checked with this shirt, and that’s a great thing to have in your closet.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save An Extra 20 Percent On the Best Men’s Outdoor Gear at Free Fly Apparel

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There’s something fun about feeling like you’ve got your perfect casual menswear wardrobe all sorted out for winter 2024 and beyond, from T-shirts to shorts to your favorite henley. These should be comfortable pieces that move with yo u, feel great and hey, look great all the while.

It’s part of the idea that even your casual style essentials can be upgraded, elevated, and yes, ready to get out there and tackle some winter weather. Sounds pretty appealing, right?

Well, get ready to take a deep dive into that world with today’s Sunday Sale, which shines a spotlight on one of my favorite performance apparel brands: Free Fly is giving you the chance to get an extra 20 percent off via its End of Season Sale using the code EXTRA20. Pretty straightforward, if you ask me, but it’s what’s in the sale that should really catch your attention, too.

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Free Fly Apparel makes gear for guys on the go, often using stretchy, sustainable materials like bamboo to make one of the best men’s henleys, as well as beach and sun hoodies, the best men’s stretch shorts and cozy weekender joggers and T-shirts.

It’s not quite workout gear, nor is it purely loungewear: It’s an ingenious approach that can add some comfort and style to laidback weekend looks, plus functionality for days spent on the road, on the trail or somewhere in between.

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It all comes together in pieces like the Free Fly Bamboo Sherpa-Lined Hoodie, which uses a stretchy bamboo fiber exterior, then lines that casually rugged hoodie in soft sherpa for extra warmth. Right now, your new favorite everyday hoodie is on sale for less than $120 via that End of Season Sale, to go along with pieces like comfortable quarter-zip sweaters, signature Free Fly bamboo hoodies and tailored joggers.

Yes indeed, the Free Fly End of Season Sale gives you the goods for an extra 20 percent off with the code EXTRA20, and that’s one heck of a way to end a winter weekend, if you ask me.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Shop & Save on One of the Best Flannel Shirts Right Now at Bonobos

Bonobos men's flannel shirt.

There’s plenty to love about Bonobos, the NYC-based brand that changed the game when it comes to designing some of the best chinos for men. And the company has grown by leaps and bounds over the years, expanding far beyond some of the best men’s pants and into a full suite of tried-and-true menswear essentials.

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In the case of today’s post, that includes the Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt, a reliable, stylish pick that just so happens to be on sale right now (remember, order today to receive under the tree by December 24th!). In fact, you’ll find this shirt in a wide array of colors for 25 percent off today only via the Bonobos The Procrastinator’s Favorite Sale (a very clever touch, no?).

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It’s more than just a marketing gimmick, because the Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt is a heck of a great value even at full price (just under $100). Available in two fits (Slim and Standard), this stylish flannel shirt lightens things up from typically burly, thick flannel, using 2 percent elastane and a lighter cotton flannel fabric.

That gives the aptly named Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt true everyday comfort, and the soft brushed twill fabric should only get even softer with repeat wear.

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As with all things Bonobos, the Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt comes in a vast array of handsome plaids, some of which are more classic and some of which are more eye-catching in their own way.

And fittingly enough, the Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt is able to be worn untucked with dark blue denim or tucked in and dressed up with one of your favorite winter blazers. It seems that no matter which option you select, the Bonobos Everyday Lightweight Flannel Shirt is destined to become your new favorite flannel shirt. Shop accordingly, save and stay stylish, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 20 Percent On This Versatile Everyday Shirt from Marine Layer & Huckberry

Marine Layer men's shirts.

As I build out my wardrobe season after season, I tend to look for versatile workhorse pieces that exist in two realms: One, as casual, everyday options (as with my favorite Oxford shirt) and two, picks that can also be dressed up a touch if needed. Those men’s style essentials are of course sold in spades by Huckberry, which is where we kick off today’s Tuesday Steal.

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And to get more specific, the Marine Layer Theo Texture Shirt as seen above qualifies quite nicely as an everyday pick you can style a few different ways. It’s not quite as rugged as one of the best men’s flannel shirts, yet it’s got more texture than a sleek cotton sateen dress shirt that you’d wear to the office.

Yet, add a cotton blazer or one of the best flannel blazers over it, and it’s going to clean up quite nicely indeed. Oh, and the real kicker here? It’s on sale for 20 percent off via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section.

The Marine Layer Theo Texture Shirt is also unique in its construction: Whereas styles like the Oxford shirt are made with 100 percent cotton Oxford fabric, this more easygoing buttondown shirt is made from a lightweight blend of cotton and TENCEL.

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That means it’s not as hearty as a flannel shirt jacket, so you’ll need to layer up the Marine Layer Theo Texture Shirt on especially cold days. But for the price, and for 20 percent off, the crisply cut, stylish and versatile Marine Layer Theo Texture Shirt seems like a downright steal. Go forth accordingly, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Le Alfre Classic White Oxford Shirt – A New Wardrobe Staple

In my experience, you’d be surprised how often a menswear selection that seems suited simply for one situation is actually well-suited for, well, several. Take one of the best men’s Oxford shirts, for instance. This classic shirt has preppy roots in more modern times, and was even named for the Oxford cloth used to make the original shirts Scotland years ago.

Combined with its buttondown collar and crisp color options — often in white or light blue — the Oxford shirt was a tried-and-true style staple for plenty of business casual and dressed-up situations (aside from black tie affairs). Here’s where today’s Style Pick of the Week swerves ever so slightly.

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You see, the best Oxford shirt for men these days has a touch more flash in terms of style potential: It can be dressed up with a classic navy blazer like days gone by, but the right shirt can also be worn in ways that are casually cool, and that’s what leads me to the Le Alfre Le Blanc White Oxford Shirt.

It all starts with the vision of the brand and founder Brandon Snower, who wanted to revamp the traditional buttondown shirt for the modern man.

Consider that aim achieved, as I’ve found that NYC-based Le Alfre makes some of the best Oxford shirts under $100. And while its classic shirts have a contrasting white “banker” collar, the Le Alfre Le Blanc White Oxford Shirt goes all in on a more monochromatic take.

This style, made in Portugal from 100 percent soft Portuguese Oxford cotton, boasts timeless details like a buttondown collar, plus premium touches like Mother of Pearl buttons. Double-button rounded cuffs are also a more casual touch (unlike square cuffs found on some traditional dress shirts), and the Le Alfre Le Blanc White Oxford Shirt is made by Portugal’s oldest shirtmaker, to boot.

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As Le Alfre says, “simple is always classy,” and this shirt just works (and works). If I were you, I’d wear it untucked with dark blue jeans and handsome brown leather lace-up boots for high-low, casual style, and I’d team it with tobacco chinos and tan leather loafers (plus a navy blazer) at the office or for evening cocktails. Rethink what you thought you knew about the Oxford shirt, and start dressing accordingly this season.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Bold Plaid Tuscumbia Shirt – A Refreshed Version of A Classic

Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt review.

When I shop my favorite menswear brands, I tend to look for consistency and reliability, and of course, a distinct sense of style. That’s where Billy Reid often comes into play: The classic-meets-modern Alabama menswear brand makes iconic pieces with a fresh sensibility, be it the best shirt jacket for breezy nights or a rugged indigo Western shirt.

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They also have their own lineup of tried-and-true classics, like the flagship Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt. Here’s where it gets even better: They update some of the brand’s best pieces in every season in new colors and fabrications, each cooler than the last, like the Billy Reid Bold Plaid Tuscumbia Shirt.

It arrives just in time for fall, and it’s a nice change of pace from a more standard (yet always classic!) blue or white Oxford shirt, for instance. The fun doesn’t stop there, though.

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The iconic modern brand already calls the Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt a “cornerstone of lived-in luxury,” what with its use of custom brushed plaid cotton (in the case of this shirt). The plaid pattern itself on the Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt is also rich and visually appealing, with plenty of layers to it.

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That gives it a bit of an edge in terms of style over other more classic red plaid shirts, for instance — the Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt is crisp enough to wear beneath your favorite fall blazer in dressier style situations for the season ahead. The next time you need a shirt that refreshes an already-iconic design, opt for this number from Billy Reid.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Newest Taylor Stitch California Shirt is a Modern Style Classic

Taylor Stitch men's shirt review.

You’re likely well-acquainted with your favorite menswear brands and their place in your wardrobe: Your go-to blue jeans, your favorite pair of leather boots, a perfectly broken-in T-shirt. So when a brand like Taylor Stitch comes up with a rebooted take on a classic, that’s worth celebrating, yes?

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The fan favorite San Francisco menswear brand, a personal favorite of mine on this blog for years, already does a little bit of everything, including making rugged fall sweaters and one of the best men’s blazers. And yet, the brand started with a simple focus on making the perfect men’s shirt, which led them to the Taylor Stitch California Shirt — an iconic, modern shirt for the modern man.

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And as you might have guessed by the headline at the top of the page, one of the best men’s shirts is back again in time for early fall — and back again in a big way.

You see, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt arrives again in an entirely new colorway just as we close out summer and look (ever so slightly) toward the best fall style essentials. Get ready, folks — the Taylor Stitch California Shirt is here to amp up your wardrobe. Your new favorite men’s shirt already comes in a pleasing array of colors and patterns, and it’s the rich Twilight Plaid shade (in sturdy yet soft brushed cotton twill) that sets this version of the Taylor Stitch California Shirt apart from the pack.

The details remain on point, from the flattering, face-framing and nicely sized collar to the washed fabric for a comfortable feel right out of the box. Beyond that, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt also comes in the brand’s signature chest sizing, with a tailored fit and a high armhole.

Taylor Stitch California Shirt review.

The fact that this shirt looks great untucked with a pair of the best men’s chinos from Taylor Stitch is no accident, and again, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt could quickly become your new favorite shirt. Buy it now to wear on cool summer nights, then keep it handy come fall and winter, because it’s a true wardrobe workhorse. Taylor Stitch wouldn’t have it any other (any other) way.