March 28, 2024March 27, 2024 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Flint and Tinder Sweater Polo is a Retro Style Classic Made Modern

Most of the time, I find that the best menswear essentials draw something from both the past and the present, giving them a feel that’s both classic and yet current. That’s the case for pieces like one of the best Oxford shirts or a pair of the best blue jeans, for instance — both of which can be found at Huckberry, the key target of today’s style (and stylish) post.

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Take the Flint and Tinder Cotton Linen Sweater Polo shown above. First and foremost, it’s a hybrid style: The classic short-sleeve build and three-button placket of your favorite polo, merged with the heavier fabric and cut of a stylish sweater. And as luck would have it, the best sweater polos draw a little something from both the past and the present.

The style on which the Flint and Tinder Cotton Linen Sweater Polo is based was popular in the 1950s and ’60s — the Mad Men era of style, you might call it — but it’s just as fresh, current and crisp today. And it’s a new entry into the Flint and Tinder lineup, the in-house brand at Huckberry that makes some of the most rugged gear for guys — including one of the best American-made T-shirts on the market.

That being said, this handsome sweater polo is a more refined style move for when you want to go a bit more classy and cleaned-up — be that at the office with stretch chinos, heading to an easygoing weekend BBQ or perhaps enjoying a rooftop cocktail date night.

The Flint and Tinder Cotton Linen Sweater Polo boasts a breathable weave and a touch of stretch at points needed for mobility, like the cuffs and bottom hem. It’s also garment-washed for added softness out of the box, and the design of this elegant sweater-polo allows you to unbutton multiple buttons or even rock the polo itself buttoned all the way to the top (what would Don Draper do?).

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It’s a change of pace from your rotation of the best polos for men, but not in a bad way — merely in a way that’s both retro and current, throwback and fresh. Consider it an ideal spring style move from your friends at Huckberry.

March 21, 2024March 19, 2024 by Beau H.

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

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.

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.

July 8, 2023July 7, 2023 by Beau H.

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

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.

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.

June 28, 2023June 27, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Get 2 Of Huckberry’s Best-Selling Polo Shirts for $175

If I’ve said it once before, I’ve said it many a time here on the blog: Scouring the market for the best menswear deals can pay off in a major way, be it shopping for one of the best short-sleeve shirts for men or finding a discount on the best men’s polo out there. The deal in question today comes courtesy of Huckberry, makers of some of the best summer menswear out there.

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Specifically, it’s the chance to get the best-selling Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo for a bundle deal: 2 stylish men’s polos for $175, versus $98 per one polo itself. Why score this deal right now? Briefly, my friend, I’m glad you asked. This stylish merino polo uses highly durable, moisture-wicking, anti-microbial merino wool for long-lasting comfort, performance and great looks, all in one.

This polo shirt, based on my experience, wears more like a T-shirt than anything else, and it comes in a wide range of sizes and colors. Oh, and again, you can get 2 of ’em for $175. The time is now to shop the Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo as summer heat rolls into town, so I’m going to wrap this one up here: Make haste and shop Huckberry now, folks.

March 22, 2023March 21, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Upgrade Your Spring Wardrobe with the New Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo

Perhaps you, like me, are starting to feel it in the air: Spring is finally on the move, finally rolling into town, and you’re in need of some new spring style essentials. You’re in luck, my friends — Taylor Stitch has you covered, as seems to be the case season after season… after season. All one needs to do is check out the well-stocked, well-curated and incredibly well-designed Taylor Stitch New Arrivals section to see that the brand has you covered from A-to-Z, from denim to one of the best men’s polos, as seen above.

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You see, the Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo takes what you thought you knew about the polo and flips it on its head in a way that only Taylor Stitch can. They’ve done the same thing with the rugged Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater, for instance, and they’re delivering again with the impressive Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo.

What’s the key with the seriously cool Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo? It starts with the organic cotton fabric, nicely complemented by that organic cotton rib texture for some visual interest beyond a plain cotton polo (although there’s a time and a place for that, too!).

The tailored fit — in chest sizes, as with other Taylor Stitch menswear — is a nice style detail, while side vents offer a classic polo touch. The best part about the Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo might be color options like Storm and Ash Heather, both a nice departure from navy or black polos. When you want a slightly classed-up alternative to a T-shirt, but an option that works just as well with tailored chinos as it does light wash jeans, reach for the Taylor Stitch Jacquard Polo — you know Taylor Stitch won’t let you down.

January 19, 2023January 15, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Switch Up Your Winter Style with Buck Mason’s Rugby Polo

Dressing well in winter can sometimes feel like a bit of a taxing chore at times: It’s cold, there’s only so much you can do to layer up while still breathing easy, and it can get just a bit repetitive. But like clockwork, that’s where Buck Mason enters the fray, taking classic winter style essentials and upending them ever so slightly, whether it’s a rugged shawl jacket or an even cozier shawl cardigan for men. The brand isn’t resting on its laurels though, this time taking the traditional polo and turning it into a new winter must-have via the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo.

Buck Mason shirts — from one-pocket Oxford shirts to toasty flannel pieces — are already a tried-and-true closet staple (at least for this Brooklyn writer), and the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo is an even cooler departure from the norm. Rugby shirts have been a prep style staple for years, and companies like Rowing Blazers have brought them back into the fold.

So it goes with the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo, which subverts the warm-weather nature of the polo and turns it into a distinctive layer you can now wear to the office or to a polished winter gathering.

The Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo, available in colors like crisp blue Jet, classic Black and sharp White, hits the right notes for a preppy staple made modern. The classic fit should prove flattering on several body types, while the three-button placket on the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo frames the face nicely. And lest you should think the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo will prove too lightweight, it’s made from cotton jersey fabric in the same vein as thick rugby polo cloth.

When it’s especially chilly, consider the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo as your base layer, topped off by, say, a Buck Mason sweater and a trusty Buck Mason waxed coat. Note that the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo has been garment-washed for added texture and visual interest, and it’s a ready substitute in place of an Oxford shirt beneath a blazer.

The split hem falls in line with classic polo design details, and the price on the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo ($88) is similar to other stylish Buck Mason shirts. However, the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Polo shakes up the design just enough to make it a fun change of pace this winter, all for under $100. Sounds like a can’t-miss menswear purchase in the new year.

August 1, 2022July 30, 2022 by Beau H.

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

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.

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.

July 16, 2022July 12, 2022 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.

May 28, 2022May 23, 2022 by Beau H.

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

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.

June 24, 2021June 3, 2021 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo Belongs in Your Closet Now

Quickly, go over your mental packing list as you prep for your first (or next) summer road trip. You’ve probably got your rugged leather weekender bag all set, and hopefully, it’s packed with men’s style essentials for summer from Taylor Stitch. But something very well might be missing, and that missing item? It’s one of the best polos for men, done the way only Taylor Stitch can craft a rugged-yet-wearable polo. That’s because the Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo is truly one-of-a-kind through and through, and it checks all the right boxes as far as a polo you can wear for a summer getaway (and well beyond that). Yes indeed, add this classic men’s polo to your wardrobe and your packing list, and get ready to be impressed with how often you can find uses for this versatile men’s shirt.

It’s nothing like the polos you might be used to wearing, which were often too baggy and perhaps featured a large logo (you’ve got a polo in mind already, right?). The Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo, however, is all crisp and modern style, featuring a tailored fit and the sort of fabric that’ll make you do a double-take. That’s because this polo is made from the brand’s proprietary Heavy Bag fabric, a blend of upcycled cotton and recycled polyester that breathes easy and looks great.

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As one might expect, that’s only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to your new favorite polo. Again, the tailored fit is a major bonus, meaning you can wear this polo to the office on its own with Taylor Stitch chinos as easily as you can layer it up with your new summer blazer. Crucially, the Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo looks great with everything from slim tan shorts to light wash denim, and you can even wear it to the beach with vintage swim shorts — before grabbing a cold beachside beer, of course. If you fancy wearing easygoing Taylor Stitch lounge pants alongside your Taylor Stitch polo, well, you can certainly do that, too.

Plus, the Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo, with its slightly longer three-button placket, is just the right balance between dressy and casual. If you want a polo you can wear with a blazer, my friends, this is the one. It’s also helpful that one of the best polos for men comes in two essential colors that are neutral enough to pair with anything: Both Olive and Natural are going to look absolutely great this summer. The Taylor Stitch Heavy Bag Polo is your perfect summer style move: Don’t leave home without it.