The Friday Read: The Best New Huckberry Menswear & A Summer Upstate Trip

It seems it was scarcely a day ago I was talking about a Brooklyn weekend and my experience making one of the best custom hats on the market. And yet, time marches ever forward and we find ourselves on the brink of another sweltering summer weekend.

Best vintage menswear.

In addition to talking about cool vintage menswear curated by the likes of Buck Mason (like the picks above), I’ve stayed plenty busy this week writing about the best necklaces for men over at AskMen, and I’ve also been thinking about how to beat the heat in style. Luckily, it seems easier than ever to do that (or at least, relatively easy) thanks to the likes of Relwen. Let’s take a quick look at the brand on this fine summer Friday, shall we?

Hopefully, you’re acquainted with Relwen from this blog, or from shopping the Columbus, Ohio brand’s particular strain of all-American menswear. The Huckberry-approved brand is a favorite of mine, with an emphasis on rugged, classic gear often inspired by throwback designs (particularly military staples like field shirts, jackets and streamlined cargo pants and chinos).

And they’re certainly worth a look this summer, especially if you want a durable hybrid blazer like the Relwen Linen Trap Blazer as seen at the top of the page — it’s fit for travel, a short Friday at the office or a summer wedding.

Hotel Kinsley, Kingston.

That’s one brief summer menswear recommendation for you, and that Relwen jacket in particular is the sort of summer travel style essential I can’t go without. To be more specific, I brought some Huckberry gear (including my Forty Five T-shirt and Proof Rover Pants) on a quick upstate jaunt to the lovely town of Hudson, where I sipped on delicious local beer at Kingston Standard, dined at the Hotel Kinsley (as seen above!) and of course, capped it all off with a stellar rock show by beloved indie folk band Big Thief.

Consider each of those menswear picks and destination stops as just a few of my recommendations for your next online shopping spree or New York State visit. For now, I’m signing off and enjoying a bit of downtime (and a bit of time in front of my A/C unit). Thanks so much for reading, and here’s to a summer Friday!

The List: Here’s All the Best New Gear for Spring to Buy at Huckberry This Week

Huckberry new arrivals

Stock up on the season’s best new menswear and gear from Huckberry ASAP.

When it starts to really feel like spring, where do you go to stock up on new seasonal menswear favorites? I’ve got your answer today, folks. If you’ve not yet acquainted yourself with the best new gear at Huckberry right now (or in general), trust me when I say today’s guide is one heck of a way to start. The San Francisco-based retailer is a longtime favorite of mine (and it’s a shame they had to close down their NYC store!), but it’s a good thing the brand’s digital shelves are still well-stocked. I also wrote last month — twice! — about my favorite gear to buy at Huckberry, and a new week brings that to the forefront once again. So, get that credit card at the ready, start scrolling and shopping, and step into spring in style.

Flint and Tinder Surplus Collection Tee — $38 

Flint and Tinder Surplus Collection

Three new, military-inspired T-shirts from the in-house brand at Huckberry, all yours for the taking.

It wouldn’t be a roundup of Huckberry’s best gear without a new collection from Flint and Tinder, right? The Flint and Tinder Surplus Collection draws on military inspiration to craft durable, rugged basics like this stylish spring T-shirt. Get one in all three colors.

Relwen Windbreak Blazer — $348

Men's casual blazers

A new favorite casual blazer and travel jacket for spring. Sign me up, folks.

Is this just a casual men’s blazer? Is it a travel jacket and a wind jacket in equal measure? To all of the above: Yes, yes and yes (it won’t be the only time we mention Relwen today, either!).

Wellen Soft Jersey Buttondown — $88

Best men's long-sleeve shirts

The perfect spring buttondown shirt? You be the judge of that.

For all those times this spring when you need to put on a buttondown shirt but don’t quite feel like going with a dress shirt, get this soft, casual buttondown shirt for expert Zoom call style.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts — $58

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts

Just one of the many colors available in these essential spring shorts.

It’s never too early to pick up your favorite pair of shorts for spring and summer, and the fan favorite Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are always a wise decision. Style them accordingly, because both 7-inch and 9-inch inseams are available.

SeaVees 08/63 Hermosa Plimsoll Standard — $78

Seavees Hermosa Plimsoll Sneakers

You can’t go wrong with a low-profile pair of classic men’s sneakers for spring.

Looking for a pair of the best affordable men’s sneakers? Say, a pair of classic men’s sneakers for under $100? This pair is the way to go — wear ’em all season long.

Roark Station Canvas Jacket — $80

Best men's jackets for spring

A cool, tough and durable spring jacket.

If it’s a rugged men’s jacket for spring that you seek, you’d be hard-pressed to find one more functional or stylish than this fast-selling organic cotton canvas jacket.

Marathon MSAR Watch — $850

Men's watches at Huckberry

A new go-to everyday watch for durable and dependable style.

It’s not really quite spring if you don’t have an adventure-ready watch at the ready, is it? And this rugged stainless steel dive watch is just the ticket for all your seasonal pursuits.

Lems Shoes Boulder Boot Mid — $135

Lems Shoes Boulder Boots

Rugged mid-cut chukka boots to pair with work pants or denim this spring.

For one heck of a standout price, you can get some of the most durable men’s boots for spring, and you can wear this pair on the trail or back in town with ease and style in mind.

Flint and Tinder Lightweight Stretch Chinos — $98

Flint and Tinder Lightweight Stretch Chinos

New chinos that can go the distance this spring, from Flint and Tinder.

Want a pair of chinos you can wear with everything from those LEMS Boulder Boots to canvas sneakers? Get these Flint and Tinder chinos, and reap the rewards.

YETI Trailhead Camp Chair — $300

YETI Camp Trail Chair

A durable and modern camp chair to use all the time this season.

Spring brings with it a return to outdoor fun in a big way, and that’s where this functional outdoor camp chair comes into play. Bring it to the beach or off-road trips time and again.

Relwen Stripe Slot Polo — $98

Relwen Stripe Slot Polo

A classically made polo to wear with just about anything this season.

See, I said we’d be mentioning Relwen menswear and gear again, didn’t I? And here we are, with what could be one of the best polos for men to wear all spring and summer.

Nomad Base Station Wireless Charging Pad — $125

Nomd Base Station Wireless Charging Pad

A neat and refined way to charge your devices for the stylish man.

For an excellent price, get a stylish and functional way to charge all your devices — a very stylish way indeed. One of the perks of shopping at Huckberry? Something for everyone.

Dango Products D01 Dapper Wallet — $69

Dango Products D01 Wallet

Rugged, durable and stylish all at once — the perfect wallet to amp up your EDC.

If it’s a stylish upgrade to your wallet that you need for a new season, you’d do very well to snag this durable-yet-sharp Dango Products wallet for spring.

Veja V-10 Sneakers — $140

Veja V-10 Sneakers

An instantly cool way to shake up your sneaker game this season.

Let’s close things out on a high note with some of the coolest men’s sneakers for the season, shall we? The Veja V-10 Sneakers are an ideal way to shake up your rotation ASAP for spring and summer.

Mack Weldon

Alright, now — how’s that for a jam-packed guide to the best spring gear for men from Huckberry? As I said above, the lauded digital retailer absolutely does have something for everyone, be it some of the coolest men’s sneaker from Veja or a a stylish upgrade to your wallet, to name but two of my favorite picks. I’m also a fan, of course, of the Flint and Tinder chinos shown above, plus the fact that you can also get a rugged stainless steel dive watch while you’re at it. What’s your favorite from the below list, and what will you be buying this season? Let me know in the comments below or on TwitterHappy shopping!

 

The List: These are The Best New Gear Picks to Buy From Huckberry This Week

Huckberry spring menswear

Stepping into early spring with the best new gear from Huckberry.

Does Huckberry need any introduction? Not if you need the best new menswear it doesn’t, and now is the best time to buy. The San Francisco retailer stocks the very best, most essential gear for spring, summer and beyond, all within its digital shelves, and they never seem to run out. Heck, I talked just earlier this month about the best new early spring gear from Huckberry, and I’ve been digging the site so much, I figured I’d come back and share a few more new spring men’s style favorites. How about it? Find these crucial gear picks below, and shop to your heart’s content.

Billy Reid Mini-Waffle Henley — $125

Best men's henleys

The right henley for spring layering from Billy Reid and Huckberry.

We’re not out of the woods yet as far as durable and necessary layering is concerned. This rugged henley from a premium menswear designer is the luxurious-yet-laidback basics upgrade you need right now.

Astorflex Greenflex Rough Boots — $165

Best men's chukka boots

Some of the coolest chukka boots on the market for spring.

If you don’t have a pair of Astorflex chukka boots in your rotation, consider this a great opportunity to pick ’em up. Heck, you might want to wear them quite often with that Billy Reid henley.

Flint and Tinder All-American Stretch Denim — $128

Flint and Tinder All-American Stretch Jeans

These well-made jeans are agreeable in terms of price, style and fit.

Simply put, these light wash tapered jeans are a relaxed pick to wear every spring Saturday (and beyond).

Centric Instruments Lightwell Field Watch — $200

Best men's field watches

A durable watch to wear as much as you can this spring.

The return of spring weather means you need one of the best adventure watches, and this rugged, go-anywhere timepiece from Centric Instruments is a fine seasonal purchase.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts — $58

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts

Classic chino shorts made to go anywhere this spring and summer.

This won’t be the first or the last time you read about the excellent and ever-popular Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts, some of the best men’s shorts for spring and summer. Think of them like Flint and Tinder chinos, turned into shorts.

Obra 240 Canvas Low Wrap Toe Sneakers — $130

Obra Canvas Low Wrap Toe Sneakers

Wear these sneakers with everything from shorts to chinos today.

Start to trade in your heavy snow boots for some of the best white sneakers on the market, a pair made with some visually interesting details and high quality in mind.

Wellen Seawool Easy Chinos — $98

Best men's pants to wear at home

The perfect pair of pants to wear to work from home these days? You be the judge.

Looking for a pair of pants you can wear on repeat through Zoom calls and spring weekend strolls? These sustainable wool trousers, with a drawstring waist, are what the doctor ordered.

Naglev Combat WP Boots — $280

Naglev WP Combat Boots

The toughest boots you can lace up for that next spring outing.

What is spring if not the ideal chance to get out there and go off-trail? These rugged waterproof boots are based off hard-wearing combat boots, and they’re perfectly well-suited to any off-grid spring adventure.

Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt — $128

Flint and TInder Western Shirt

An update to the old-school Western shirt, and a very cool one, at that.

The latest and greatest Flint and Tinder shirt to grab my eye, this thing is seriously cool, perfectly rugged and ready for anything this spring.

Standard Issue Leather Gym Duffel — $279

Standard Issue Leather Duffel

An undeniably cool leather weekender bag from Huckberry’s Standard Issue line.

This stylish leather weekender bag sold out mighty quickly when Huckberry first stocked it, so now that it’s back, it’s the best bag to buy for a spring weekend getaway. How about it?

Alex Mill Short-Sleeve Slub Cotton Polo — $60

Best men's polos at Huckberry

A relaxed polo to wear every spring weekend.

This breezy spring polo is every bit as easygoing as your favorite T-shirt, and it’s ideal for when temperatures start to warm up. Buy this one in two cool colors for more style points.

Relwen Windzip Popover — $218

Relwen Windzip Popover

Your new favorite popover for spring weather.

Last but certainly not least, score one of the best men’s pullovers for functional style points aplenty on casual spring weekend mornings — or really, any time you feel like staying warm against a seasonal chill.

HELM Boots

If you’re anything like me, perhaps you find it tough to sort through the stellar gear being sold on the daily by Huckberry — ehh? It’s the truth, right? No matter what you seek this spring, from one of the best men’s pullovers to a stylish leather weekender bag to one of the best adventure watches, it’s all extremely well-made, fairly priced and yours for the taking this season. To see how I’m styling my Huckberry gear or to let me know what you picked up from this list, shout me out on Twitter. Cheers and happy shopping!