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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Deck Shorts – The Most Versatile Men’s Shorts for Summer

Buck Mason Deck Shorts review.

You never quite know what spring and the start of summer will throw your way, do you? From coastal excursions to riverside camping trips, day hikes, even jaunts across town to check out that new brewery or distillery… it all requires the best gear for men, a delicate balance between versatility, style and comfort.

A delicate balance, of course, that brands like Buck Mason tend to walk in fine fashion as far as the best menswear essentials for guys are concerned. That holds true all the live long day — or rather, all year round — with Buck Mason’s expertly curated and crafted lineup of Americana essentials, from perfect Oxford shirting to rugged chambray workshirts, soft-shouldered blazers, perfectly faded denim and sun-faded tees.

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It’s lofty praise, but it seems no matter what you’re in the market for these days — even leather loafers, as Buck Mason just released with classic footwear masters G.H. Bass — the brand can deliver.

And when it comes to more adventurous pursuits — say, the type of pursuit that might see you go from the trail to the stream and back into town — Buck Mason also has you covered. That’s why we’re here today, after all: To talk about some of the best shorts for men, a list that now includes the Buck Mason Deck Shorts.

Best summer shorts for men.

Cut with the classic look of a chino short (and this time featuring a flattering and modern 6-inch inseam), the Buck Mason Deck Shorts are billed by the company as “hybrid, do-it-all shorts” that fit the bill for adventures aplenty. The four-way cotton-poly stretch fabric blend is crucial for lightweight comfort and quick-drying capability, and it’s a good thing, since the Buck Mason Deck Shorts are finished with a DWR coating.

Meanwhile, an elastic drawcord waist stretches and moves with you from trail to stream, while the zip fly and button waist closure are exactly what you’d find on a pair of the best chino shorts for men. The fabric of the exceptional Buck Mason Deck Shorts — at least in my experience –happens to be garment-washed for a super-soft finish.

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In matters of style points, the 6-inch inseam hits nicely above the knee on my 6’2″ frame, while the range of earthen colors falls right in line with Buck Mason’s fresh, modern color scheme (a mood board for all seasons, in my estimation). If I were you, I’d style them freely with everything from a knit polo to a pocket tee or a rugged short-sleeve henley.

And at $98, your new favorite summer shorts are fairly priced and an agreeable purchase if you’d like to snag more than one pair. With these handsome, modern shorts, you’re getting the total package — from sunrise to sunset and beyond.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts – Your New Favorite Summer Shorts

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The intersection of comfort and style can be a tricky balance to strike, but I’ve found that, in my experience, the good folks at Huckberry do quite a bit that goes a long way, especially when it comes to the famed Americana retailer’s Flint and Tinder lineup of menswear.

And comfort plus style is certainly the name of the game when it comes to the best men’s shorts to wear all spring and summer long — take the Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts as shown above, in fact. The Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts carry on the legacy of the 365 lineup of versatile-as-can-be, comfortable-as-can-be men’s style essentials from the in-house brand — its 365 fabric is ultra-soft, smooth and made to move, using 98 percent cotton and just a hint of stretch.

Throw in the fact that the Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts feature a true drawstring waist for stretch and movement, and you just might have found the most comfortable shorts on the market this spring summer.

Like other pairs of the best shorts men, they feature an agreeable 7-inch inseam that should work nicely on most builds, and classic side-slant pockets give the Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts a touch of dressy appeal — dressy enough to wear with leather loafers and your favorite polo or patterned buttondown shirt, that is.

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In my experience, the build of the Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts should prove effortlessly cool and comfortable, from BBQs to weekend brunch, rooftop happy hours and coastal getaways aplenty — that’s how shorts should be worn after all, isn’t it? The Flint and Tinder 365 Drawstring Shorts also come in a selection of neutral, easy-to-style colors, not unlike the endlessly wearable Flint and Tinder 365 Pants.

Although subtle and laidback on the surface, the versatility of these handsome chino shorts is nearly unmatched — try a pair on for size (at least one pair, that is!), and let me know in the comments if you’ve found your new favorite shorts this season. Cheers to style, comfort and the season ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Faherty Knit Cord Shorts are the Casually Cool Pick for the Summer Heat

Faherty Brand men's shorts.

By this point in the summer, you very well might feel you’ve exhausted your options as far as the best summer style essentials go. After all, there’s only so many times you can reach for one of the best men’s T-shirts or even a pair of the best men’s shorts without it all feeling a bit routine, right?

I’m here to tell you that’s not always the case, especially if you shop one of my favorite brands of the moment: The good folks at Faherty Brand have delivered perhaps your new favorite pair of shorts, with just enough stylish tweaks to make ’em feel fresh, breezy and utterly cool.

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It also goes without saying that Faherty is as reliable a resource as any for one of the best summer shirts, so what could be a better complementary piece than new shorts in a fresh cut? There’s not much, particularly when casual style situations come calling — that goes for BBQs, backyard hangs, brewery beers and coastal getaways, and the Faherty Essential Italian Knit Cord Shorts are practically an essential selection.

For starters, the Faherty Essential Italian Knit Cord Shorts take retro style cues and bring them forward into the 21st century, using details like a shorter, flattering 6-inch inseam as the canvas for some throwback-inspired shorts.

Coastal style inspiration makes these some seriously stylish shorts for men, and the use of knit cord made from organic cotton gives them nice texture and a light, soft and even stretchy feel. Best of all is the fact that they feature an elastic drawcord waist for plenty of comfort.

And yet, folks needn’t be any the wiser that you’re going belt-less, at least if your T-shirt or polo hits at or slightly below that waistband. The Faherty Essential Italian Knit Cord Shorts also cover off nicely in matters of style, what with a range of flattering color options ranging from earth tones to a dusty pink and a handsome cream color.

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Comfort and variety remain the name of the game when it comes to these stylish cord shorts, which are just different enough from modern chino shorts to add some fresh style to your wardrobe — yes, even in the summer heat. Happy shopping out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Granite Mountain Shorts are Some of the Toughest Summer Shorts Around

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There are some brands that are simply uncanny when it comes to making some of the toughest menswear on the market, with functionality and rugged appeal top of mind. Filson sits nearly alone in that regard, with a century’s worth of heritage that extends from some of the best travel bags to one of the best men’s henleys in a summer-ready build.

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And although the legendary Pacific Northwest brand specializes in gear for inclement weather far afield, including Filson flannel shirts and more, the brand doesn’t cut corners with its summer offerings, either.

Summer style essentials from Filson now include the hard-wearing Filson Granite Mountain Shorts, which are a step up from stretchy hybrid shorts or swim trunks, yet no less comfortable or wearable. Let’s count the ways.

The Filson Granite Mountain Shorts are a decidedly different addition to your style rotation than some of the best stretch chino shorts or lounge shorts, starting with characteristically tough Filson construction. You see, the Filson Granite Mountain Shorts boast a hard-wearing 7oz. cotton fabric that’s then given 2 percent spandex stretch (so, the final build is 98 percent cotton, 2 percent spandex).

Filson Granite Mountain Shorts.

That fabric is garment-washed for a vintage appeal, which shines through especially in the eye-catching, retro-minded Pine Needle variation of the Filson Granite Mountain Shorts. Front hand pockets are stitched with an on-seam design for easy access, which also gives them the look of durable, sturdy patch pockets.

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Taken altogether, the fabric and construction means the Filson Granite Mountain Shorts can function easily as either upgraded lounge shorts for flipping burgers, or else camping or hiking shorts in a pinch. The elastic drawstring waistband should prove comfortable without bunching up or getting in the way, while the 7-inch inseam should fit nicely on most guys.

Best of all is the fact that the Filson Granite Mountain Shorts (your new favorite summer shorts) are sturdy, built to last and well-made for the price. What more could you ask for from summer style essentials? Not much, in my experience.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Marine Layer Shorts are a Spring & Summer Classic

Best summer shorts for men.

For as much as summer is about adventure and hitting the road in style, it’s also about kicking back, relaxing and making the most of the season (lazy days in the yard, BBQs, rooftop beers and more). There’s still a way to approach laidback days with style in mind, as some of the best shorts for men prove quite handily.

Take the Marine Layer Saturday Stretch Shorts, which bridge the gap between easygoing comfort and polished appeal. Naturally, they’re joining your wardrobe via the good folks at Huckberry, which is the kind of partnership I can get behind.

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These stylish men’s shorts boast a cotton-spandex selvage blend for comfort and ease of movement, but it’s the elastic drawstring waist that gives them tons of effortless appeal. The fabric itself is heavy enough to maintain its structure without wrinkling, but not so heavy that it weighs you down. Plus, the standard fit and agreeable inseam length should fit well on most guys.

And beyond that, the range of sizes is helpful for guys of all sizes, while the Sand color wears well with everything in your wardrobe, from navy shirting to a linen buttondown, a chambray overshirt or a crisp, classic white T-shirt.

This pair of the best shorts for men can be thrown on with canvas sneakers as easily as your favorite brown leather loafers, and that’s the sort of versatility and comfort you need from the best summer menswear essentials. Craft your next #OOTD accordingly, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 20 Percent on Some of the Best Shorts for Summer From Huckberry

Flint and Tinder men's shorts.

Building a wardrobe filled with, say, the best seasonal style essentials (for spring, summer and beyond) comes down to preparation and opportunity, I always say. After all, when warm weather hits, you want to be well-stocked with summer style essentials (seizing the opportunity!), and that’s where preparation makes perfect.

That goal is no stretch for the good folks at Huckberry, one of the best online menswear shops around (as you well know if you read this blog), and they’ve doubled down with a heck of a steal on the best shorts for men.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are a certified classic and best-seller from the brand — perhaps you recognize the same fabric from the brand’s famed 365 Pants, which blend the style of a chino with the comfortable fit of a jean.

The same hallmarks of that silhouette carry forward here — except, well, in shorts form. Oh, and the best part? Your new favorite summer shorts are about 20 percent off online right now via the Huckberry Sale section.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The days of baggy cargo shorts, as I always tend to say, are long gone, and this stylish pair of Flint and Tinder shorts helps prove that notion handily. Available in flattering inseam lengths (7 inches and 9 inches), I’ve always found these shorts to be supremely comfortable, well-fitting and yes, stylish.

The fabric blend stretches and moves with you like a performance short, while the tailored fit is suitable for styling with everything from your favorite short-sleeve henley to a crisp polo shirt. Color options ranging from Light Grey to a dusty Sand option provide variety for your wardrobe, too.

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Plus, it doesn’t hurt that multiple sizes of each colorway of the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are available in a flattering 7-inch inseam for under $65 on sale right now. When opportunity and summer style preparation meet, that’s the sweet spot, and so it goes with some of the best shorts for men.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Lightweight Free Fly Breeze Shorts are a Casual Summer Style Move

Best casual summer shorts for men.

For as fast as the summer seems to be flying by, perhaps you’ve still got your eye on a few classic, casual summer style essentials. Or rather, versatile summer style essentials — like a pair of active shorts you can wear for both laidback days around town and active pursuits in the field, from day hikes to camping trips and everything in between.

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That’s where the Free Fly Breeze Shorts, part of the Free Fly Breeze Collection, offer up maximum dependability, performance and laidback style. Available in inseam lengths of 6, 7 and 8 inches, these shorts check all the right boxes for lazy days by the lake, summer vacations and even casual outings around town.

The fabric is lightweight and breathable, yet packed with UPF50+ protection for all-day reliability, and things only get better from there.

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The Free Fly Breeze Shorts are built with dependable four-way stretch fabric, which dries quickly and moves with you through rocky terrain or easygoing boardwalk strolls. The elastic drawstring waistband is comfortable and yet provides a customizable, snug fit, while you’ve also got the option to pick up the Free Fly Breeze Shorts with a liner for added support.

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Beyond that, they come in sizes ranging from Small to 3XL, and nine colorways offer up something for everyone in terms of style. Better still is the fact that they wear easily and stylishly with something like the rugged, functional Free Fly short-sleeve henley, one of the best henleys for men.

The next time you want shorts that deliver both casual comfort and all-day performance, the Free Fly Breeze Shorts check the proper boxes, and then some.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts Can Be Had for 20 Percent Off Right Now

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If you’re anything like me, you can’t get enough of the stylish menswear essentials being produced every season — and heck, every single day, week and month — from Taylor Stitch. That all comes to a head with the Taylor Stitch Summer Sale, which runs through July 5th (fair warning!), and you’re in luck if you want a pair of the best summer shorts at a low price.

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Those shorts are the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts, on sale right now for 20 percent off — how’s that for a deal on a seasonal must-have? They’re made from soft 100 percent hemp, a sustainable fiber that helps regenerate soil as it grows, complete with both a soft yet durable feel.

And when it comes to the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts, they’re also garment-washed and dyed for an even more laidback feel. Front slash pockets give them a clean look and a dressy feel, which just so happens to be offset nicely by the super-comfortable elastic drawstring waistband.

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Better still is the fact that you can find them in 18 highly versatile, useful colors — and at their current sale price of about $70, the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts are both a standout deal and a superior summer style move. For good measure, the fabric itself is odor repellent and blocks out UV rays. What’s not to love about the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts? There’s plenty, and keep that sale deal in mind ASAP.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Billy Reid’s Hybrid Swim Shorts Are the Go-Anywhere Pair to Wear All Summer

Best hybrid swim shorts for men.

These days, it seems everything in your wardrobe of menswear essentials serves a dual purpose, and that’s not a bad thing. In my experience, the more versatile your favorite pieces can be, the better. That goes for your chambray shirt (either a rugged shirt jacket or a stylish swerve with a blazer), as well as more beach-ready pieces.

Take the Billy Reid Moore Hybrid Swim Shorts. They look like a standard pair of classic chino shorts — the kind you might wear with a stylish denim shirt from the famed Alabama designer — but there’s so much more to them than meets the eye.

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You’ll find them, first and foremost, in the always well-stocked Billy Reid New Arrivals section, and that’s where our journey (and your journey to finding your new favorite swim trunks — or shorts!) begins.

With the Billy Reid Moore Hybrid Swim Shorts, it all comes down to the fabric. That fabric, of course, is a 100 percent quick-drying nylon material, yet from afar, these stylish hybrid shorts look like, well, classic chino shorts. They’ve even got sharp details like a flap coin pocket at the waist, not to mention side slant pockets for a clean and dressy look.

Best hybrid swim shorts for men.

Plus, the Billy Reid Moore Hybrid Swim Shorts come in a cool textured black pattern, or a more classic khaki. If you want to lean more closely into the timeless stylings of chino shorts, opt for khaki. If not, opt for the patterned black option — yet, there’s really no wrong way to go with the Billy Reid Moore Hybrid Swim Shorts.

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The great thing is, these stylish hybrid shorts pair up as easily with a USA-made T-shirt as they do with your favorite linen shirt from Billy Reid. As the designer says, from the beach to the bar, you’re covered with these dependable-as-can-be shorts.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 30 Percent On these Stylish Men’s Shorts from Mack Weldon

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Finding a stylish deal on a menswear essential you can wear right this very second, in this very season, is a bit of an unexpected delight, is it not? At least, that’s my experience, and that’s also been my experience with Mack Weldon. The NYC-based brand delivers the best of the best across the board, from some of the best men’s boxer briefs to one of the best men’s T-shirts, and then some.

That also includes the Mack Weldon Maverick Tech Chino Shorts, which is why we’re gathered here today. You can currently snag these stylish shorts in two colors (a vibrant, preppy Sconset Red and a crisp and classic Commando color), but that’s not the real kicker.

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You see, these stylish chino shorts can be yours for under $70 — put it another way, and your new favorite men’s shorts are on sale for about 30 percent off right now. They feature an agreeable 7.75″-inch inseam that should work very well on most guys, and there’s plenty more to love beyond that when it comes to the Mack Weldon Maverick Tech Chino Shorts.

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They also boast water and stain-resistant four-way stretch fabric, the kind that’s suitable for both hours on the links and hours manning the grill. Plus, the Mack Weldon Maverick Tech Chino Shorts feature six pockets (including a hidden zipper EDC pocket).

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For good measure, they come in waist sizes ranging from 30 on up to 44. This deal (again, under $70 for your new favorite shorts!) won’t last forever, though. Between those two summer-friendly colors, I sure hope you find an in-season essential for a stellar deal from one of my favorite brands. Good luck out there, and here’s to summer.