My friends, the holiday season is nearly upon us — act accordingly, and your entire wardrobe will be accounted for, and then some, as you prepare for seasonal soirees, dressy occasions, holiday parties aplenty and even days at the office. I say live a little and invest in the best, particularly when it comes to one of the very best blazers for men — a piece you can wear day in and day out, in fact, especially when made the right way by famed menswear designer Billy Reid.

The right blazer can almost feel like a suit of armor, elevating even more simple style staples like blue jeans and an Oxford shirt. And the Billy Reid Walton Jacket is a near-perfect example of one of the best men’s sportcoats, with a timeless design and structure to compete with the best men’s blazers on the market.

The Billy Reid Walton Jacket is billed as a “longtime favorite” of fans of the Alabama designer across his more-than two-decade career, made from basketweave virgin wool in a rich shade of tan brown that’s finished with crisp, classic details like patch pockets. The Billy Reid Walton Jacket is three-quarter-lined for added shape and structure plus a flattering fit (look for the company’s signature pelican motif in the lining itself).

And the half-canvas construction of the Billy Reid Walton Jacket will wear exceptionally well over time, molding to your body ever-so-slightly with each wear.

And yes my friends, when it comes to the Billy Reid Walton Jacket, you’re certainly going to want to get the most bang for your buck: Team this refined, handsome blazer with everything from charcoal corduroy trousers and a blue Oxford shirt to a henley and blue jeans for a blend of high-low style (of course, the designer does a standout job producing each of those menswear staples, too).

Finishing touches like dark horn buttons and pick stitching on the lapel give this refined jacket a further elevated touch when it comes to refined design — would you expect anything less from one of the country’s best menswear designers, as I often say?

I certainly wouldn’t, and that’s why it’s more than worth investing in a truly versatile men’s sportcoat like the Billy Reid Walton Jacket ahead of a prime time of year for putting your best foot forward. Good luck out there, my friends.