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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater – A Refreshed Take on a Seasonal Icon

Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater.

What springs to mind when you think of the most classic, timeless pieces in your wardrobe? A vintage store find like a treasured waxed jacket? A favorite flannel shirt passed down through your family? Durable blue jeans with just the right amount of fading? Or perhaps, a burly, hard-wearing sweater like the one shown above from menswear legend and award-winning designer Todd Snyder.

The right classics in your style rotation remain that way for a reason, with durability, heritage — and in the case of the best men’s sweaters — warmth and performance top of mind.

And if you’ve read past Todd Snyder reviews on this very blog, you know that the designer can deliver, from breezy linen shirts in the summer to some of the most dependable, stylish outerwear (and more!) in fall and winter. This one carries on that lineage quite nicely, ehh?

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But whether through time or general wear and tear, sometimes, even the best fall style essentials, the pieces you trust the most, can use a new look — that’s where the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater is ready to step into your seasonal sweater rotation with throwback good looks and plenty of rugged warmth on brisk fall weekends (and beyond).

Much like a refined yet rugged Todd Snyder flannel shirt, modern, luxe fabrication makes all the difference — in this case, Donegal wool gains durability and strength from the use of nylon and viscose, which should also help soften the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater in general.

With flecked tweed texture and the use of thick yet supple lambswool, this sweater adds plenty of character to laidback fall cabin weekends, yet can also be dressed up beneath a tan herringbone blazer or worn with crisp corduroy trousers and a white Oxford shirt for dressier seasonal occasions.

Color options like Espresso Brown are perfect for the season at hand, and the company even notes the silhouette — which should also wear plenty well beneath a waxed field jacket –is a personal favorite style of the designer himself.

At least in my experience, the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater strikes the right balance between rugged, classic good looks, seasonal warmth and even a dash of refinement when styled the right way. To bolster your own rotation of fall sweaters, from the humble cardigan to the dashing V-neck sweater, consider the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater a wise, retro-inspired move made to last.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Embrace Fall with the Buck Mason Herdsman Crew for Rugged Style Appeal

Buck Mason menswear review.

When inclement weather hits or when your daily fall breeze is a bit more brisk than usual, it’s high time to turn back towards the classics of your menswear rotation — the burly sweater, the trusted chore coat, the waxed trucker jacket or the flannel shirt, for instance.

And you can certainly trust the Americana style purveyors at Buck Mason to deliver the goods as far as reliability and classically rugged appeal — the brand takes inspiration from the American West and the American heartland, and pieces like this handsome spin on the fisherman sweater (the fan-favorite Buck Mason Herdsman Crew) are here to amp up your rotation of the best fall style essentials in prime fashion.

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If you want to talk about classic layers for your top half, you can start outwards and work your way in with something like the Buck Mason Bruiser Jacket, while the burly, dependable nature of the thick-knit Buck Mason Herdsman Crew is also a mighty fine wardrobe addition. Five-gauge wool is knit in substantial, chunky fashion, as the brand notes, and 95 percent Merino wool construction offers temperature regulation naturally, plus anti-bacterial capabilities alongside 5 percent Cashmere for an utterly luxe finish.

Saddle shoulder construction offers range of motion with this finely crafted sweater, whether worn atop a long-sleeve crewneck tee or fashionably fitted over a reliable chambray shirt.

Colors like Heather Navy (shown below) offer up a crisp look that wouldn’t look out of place atop stylish tobacco-hued chinos, while the Cacao Brown shade is my personal favorite and should pair seamlessly with faded blue jeans, or even light olive chinos for a spin on traditional military colors.

Buck Mason Herdsman Crew review.

When it comes to the Buck Mason Herdsman Crew, the Los Angeles company promises “all the warmth, zero itch” when it comes to the lavish construction of this sweater, and its three handsome color options deliver the perfect mix of both rugged utility and debonair good looks this season. You very well might have found your new favorite sweater for autumn.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The AETHER Apparel Coastal Waffle Sweater is Adventure-Ready

It seems that every time fall rolls around, there’s a certain itch, a certain desire to go far afield and into the wilds — or at least, onto the nearest hiking trail or out near your favorite likely for a timely autumnal stroll. The right gear and layers for the job are critical in that regard, make no mistake about it, and companies like AETHER Apparel know this intuitively. In fact, they’ve taken classic styles like the trench coat or the bomber jacket, and given them a dash of 21st-century technicality.

The company was founded in southern California to make gear that’s as stylish for the city as it is functional for the trail, and the new AETHER Apparel Fall Collection carries on that lineage with a focus on modern performance and effortless, rugged style. Sounds mighty enticing, does it not?

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That brings us neatly to our featured seasonal style pick of the day, the AETHER Apparel Coastal Waffle Sweater, which calls to mind the sort of old-school sweater Hemingway might have worn, in looks if not in its modern function (vastly different from Hemingway’s days, but the need for insulation still stands, does it not?).

This handsome twist on the fisherman sweater is a prime example of what AETHER Apparel does best, using a technical cashmere blend for insulation, further accented by what the company calls “a distinctive waffle stitch.” A ribbed collar and cuffs offer a secure fit as you layer this sweater over a thermal base layer for the field or a chambray shirt for a touch of dashing good looks.

Available in two highly versatile colors — both of which you can wear with anything — there’s both a sense of rugged good looks and easygoing style at play here in either Heather Grey or Onyx Black when it comes to the AETHER Apparel Coastal Waffle Sweater.

Like other AETHER Apparel menswear essentials, this sweater should offer just enough room to layer without proving too relaxed — or too snug, on the other hand. And as fall rolls into town, it’s crisp enough to wear alongside dark blue jeans or else pair with olive green corduroy trousers, not to mention a favorite of mine — the reliable British Khaki-hued chino.

Make no mistake though, this sweater doesn’t come cheap, thanks to the cashmere blend – this stylish fisherman sweater for men will set you back $550, making it all the more critical that you get as much wear as possible out of it. Sounds ideal to me for the fall season, my friends. Shop the AETHER Apparel Coastal Waffle Sweater as the temperatures drop, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Mott and Bow Just Marked Down Its Ultra-Premium Cashmere Sweaters for Expert Spring Layering

Just when you thought spring had strolled into town as more of a pleasant start to an early (and mighty hot!) summer, the weather gods shifted things a touch, didn’t they? At least, that’s the case in my neck of the woods, and that means I haven’t quite stowed away my selection of the best sweaters for men — including the premium cashmere sweater shown above from Mott and Bow, makers of some of the best blue jeans for men. And no, that’s not all, my friends.

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Yes indeed, you could certainly say that New York City-based Mott and Bow has done it again — and again, and again. The brand’s expansion over the years has been fun to watch, to say the least, and you could very well put together a full weekend’s worth of looks between Mott and Bow T-shirts, cashmere sweaters, exceptional denim with designer quality, and even swim trunks.

But let’s start by diving into the Mott and Bow Classic Cashmere Bergen Crew, a minimal and easy-to-style sweater that should prove an easy pick-up for spring layering, business casual, office-minded dressing and plenty of comfort when used as, say, an on-the-road layering piece when teamed with a waxed trucker jacket or a field coat.

Of course, the uses are plentiful in matters of versatile men’s style when you pick up a neutral cashmere sweater with a crewneck design that wears as fashionably over a crisp white Oxford shirt and dark blue jeans as it does over a crewneck tee with stretch chinos for a mix of effortless, high-low style.

And while some men’s cashmere sweaters can prove expensive, the Mott and Bow Classic Cashmere Bergen Crew is marked down now by about 20 percent, with sizes running from Extra Small to 2XL. Options aplenty abound, as do chances to style the Mott and Bow Classic Cashmere Bergen Crew with everything from dark blue Mott and Bow men’s jeans to the company’s selection of stylish stretch jeans or even jeans in faded shades of grey or spring-friendly light wash blue.

The great news is, colors like Camel, Navy, Charcoal Heather or even ultra-sleek Black go well with nearly anything in your wardrobe — the style combinations are practically endless when you pick up the easily wearable Mott and Bow Classic Cashmere Bergen Crew on sale now from one of your favorite denim producers. If office-ready yet road-approved layering is what your menswear rotation needs this spring — and I’d wager it is — then you’ve found an on-sale style steal in any color of the Mott and Bow Classic Cashmere Bergen Crew.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Quarter-Zip Is a Seriously Cool Take on a Casual Staple

Best quarter-zip sweaters for men.

There are certain casual men’s style staples that, if you ask me, tend to get a bad rep of sorts. The quarter-zip sweater very well might be one of ’em, at least the way some brands make it: While ultra-useful for performance on the links and even as a lightweight, moisture-wicking travel sweater (a favorite way of mine to wear one!), there are some quarter-zip sweaters that lean a little too, well, corporate logo-heavy. But a better way is possible, and Buck Mason is on the case, folks.

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And while there’s nothing wrong with rocking one at a work conference, what about a better and more casually rugged way to wear the quarter-zip sweater? As with most modern casual style essentials for men, the good folks at Buck Mason have devised the perfect way to get back to the functional roots of the zip sweater, and the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip is a prime example of a new way to look at one of the best sweaters for men, period. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

The Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip takes its cues from vintage athletic wear, using a thick vertical cardigan rib knit design and fully fashioned construction for a burly, rugged take on the quarter-zip.

With its thick, sturdy collar, the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip manages to stand out from the pack, at least in my book — that holds true whether worn atop an Oxford shirt with dark blue jeans at the office, or with merino wool joggers more casually around the house or during a weekend coffee run. If it’s versatile style in a quarter-zip sweater that you seek, then the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip is the one to watch for this season.

With its yarn-dyed and garment-rinsed build, the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip also should feel plenty supple and comfortable right out of the box, while the ribbed collar and chest pocket add stylish detailing to a fresh take on a classic sweater for men. Available in two colors (the crisp India Ink and the eye-catching Sand Dollar), this new casual style staple should prove as wearable with expertly faded denim as with stretch chinos or corduroy trousers to round out the rest of winter. For an inspired take on a tried-and-true classic, reach for the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Quarter Zip, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Wills Sweater Chore Coat from Huckberry Elevates Any Casual #OOTD In Every Season

At the best of times, you’ve got every base covered, so to speak, in your #menswear wardrobe — from sweaters to chore coats to the hard-working blazer and the classic Oxford shirt, the building blocks are the building blocks for a reason. And when you find a piece that toes the line between two different categories, the ante is upped even further. Versatility is the name of the game, and when a style essential delivers a bit of both (in the case of the sweater chore coat above, both rugged appeal and casual ease), well, that’s the sweet spot, at least in my experience.

And of course, the good folks at Huckberry have you covered in this regard, especially when it comes to the new Wills Sweater Chore Coat, which could prove a crucial part of your next winter #OOTD.

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Just introduced as part of an early look at spring menswear at Huckberry, the Wills Sweater Chore Coat carries on the sense of elevated ease and go-anywhere potential you’ll find across the rest of the Wills lineup, which also boasts luxe sweaters, casually cool sweater polos, crisp blazers and tailored trousers aplenty. The Wills Sweater Chore Coat, as we talked about before, rests somewhere between rugged and refined, which is never a bad thing to have more of in your rotation of winter style essentials.

And while some versions of the best chore coats for men indeed lean more rugged and are crafted from materials like tough cotton canvas, the Wills Sweater Chore Coat leans more refined and crisply tailored. That’s because of its sweater-like build, made from a soft cotton-nylon blend for durability and performance without losing its shape.

Finished with chore coat details like a chest patch pocket and two front hip patch pockets for your everyday carry, the Wills Sweater Chore Coat also features a lay-flat, shirt-esque collar that can be layered with ease atop your favorite denim shirt or a more rugged chambray shirt (or a henley, or a classic crewneck tee — you get the idea). With the Wills Sweater Chore Coat, the style world is your oyster, relatively speaking.

In easily wearable colors like crisp Navy or a light tan brown that would pair well with olive chinos or dark blue or black jeans in equal measure, the Wills Sweater Chore Coat delivers the right mix of crisp, easy-to-layer ease. As Huckberry so aptly puts it, this handsome chore coat delivers “the comfort of your favorite sweater with chore coat utility,” and that’s a perfect balance for your menswear wardrobe, at least in my book. Would you expect anything less from Huckberry? I should think not, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Sweater is an Affordable Wardrobe Update

We’re still deep in the throes of winter, a detail you surely haven’t missed if you’ve stepped outside your front door any day in the past few weeks. Perhaps at this point, you’re searching for updates to your sweater rotation, and it might be high time for an affordable refresh with one of the best winter sweaters for men.

And perhaps, it might be time to take the plunge with a buzzed-about brand you haven’t yet tried: Meet Quince, makers of highly affordable cashmere sweaters and perhaps best known for its line of Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweaters, among others. Let’s say we take a look at what could be your new favorite sweater, shall we?

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The brand has something for just about everyone (including a line of home goods and basics, right down to socks, plus pages of accessories aplenty to pore through). There are also more Quince men’s sweaters out there than you can shake a stick at, including a range of shawl cardigans, quarter-zip sweaters, polo sweaters, classic cardigans and of course, the famed line of Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweaters.

And as you can see here, the brand also does a standout job at visually interesting, modern takes on the classics, like the trusty cable-knit crewneck sweater. In recent weeks in fact, I’ve had the chance to try out the Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Crew, a more elevated take on, say, the traditional fisherman sweater (and yes, Quince also makes fisherman-style sweaters). Right off the bat, the Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Crew is a major winner in terms of affordability, especially concerning what traditional designers might dream up.

Of course, 100 percent Mongolian cashmere makes up its ultra-soft construction, billed by the do-it-all brand as “a lightweight yet exceptionally warm sweater that delivers natural breathability and a luxuriously soft hand-feel against the skin.” In frigid temperatures across NYC, that certainly holds true (when layered beneath a trusty peacoat, of course).

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The Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Crew also comes in highly stylish, easily wearable colors, including shades of beige, tan, grey and navy — and at their current price tag, you very well might want to pick up more than one iteration of the handsome Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Crew.

Whether paired up with crisp dark indigo blue jeans or elevated with wool trousers or corduroy pants, there’s a refined, appealing nature to the Quince Mongolian Cashmere Cable Crew in its many colors — you just might find yourself wanting to see what all the fuss is about, and that’s a highly recommended move in my book. Good luck out there, my friends, and stay stylish.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater

As frigid weather continues to grip much of the country, perhaps you’re taking stock of your winter style essentials and realizing you need a few more critical, crucial picks with some serious heft to them. That holds true for your menswear rotation from top to bottom, I’d wager: Rugged leather boots, durable denim, flannel shirt jackets and the right base layers are all downright useful in your fight against winter’s worst, and that’s where the good folks at Buck Mason enter your rotation once more.

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The California-based brand drives a hard bargain in matters of form and functionality, especially as far as Buck Mason sweaters are concerned — the lineup draws inspiration from utterly timeless, throwback-style sweaters, particularly preppy staples from the Ivy League. And that’s what makes the Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater so reliable: It’s got the proper construction, the right design and the durable fabrication (plus style points aplenty!) you’ve come to expect from Buck Mason, and then some.

The Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater is crafted from ultra-soft 100 percent cashmere for a truly luxurious feel and finish. And with its classic cable knit stitching, the sweater boasts heritage-quality good looks in a design that would make Hemingway proud. Buck Mason drew design inspiration from the “casual poise of 1960s Ivy League sweaters,” the company said, and finished this handsome piece with yarn-dyed fabric at the cuffs and collar for a lived-in, well-loved feel right out of the box.

In three elegant and dashing colors, including crisp Black and an eye-catching, utterly classic shade of Natural, this refined sweater should prove as wearable with expertly faded blue jeans as with olive corduroy trousers and perhaps even tobacco-hued chinos, depending on the color you select.

There’s a sense of refinement and style to the Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater, which boasts a classic fit for easygoing layering atop an Oxford shirt, a trusty Buck Mason chambray shirt or perhaps a thermal crewneck for casual style on winter weekend days aplenty. When the weather demands something more sturdy and strong in your arsenal, take aim at adverse conditions with the timeless, exceptionally well-crafted Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Pair This Rugged Tecovas Sweater with Your Favorite Western Boots This Winter

Tecovas menswear review.

As we bundle up with increasing fervor across the frigid winter months, it’s important to remember — at least in my experience — that having a bit of fun in the process of scouring the market for winter style essentials is, well, also important. So, while you might have figured out your outerwear situation and ideally, the best winter boots on your feet, it pays off to have a touch of fun or at least a touch of the unexpected in your layering rotation.

That’s where Tecovas comes in: As fun as it is to step out in a pair of rugged Tecovas work boots or the brand’s ever-popular Western boots, it’s perhaps even cooler to discover something a bit unexpected, like one of the best winter sweaters for men. The Austin-based brand has shot to popularity across the past decade for embodying all things Western in matters of style and substance, and a rugged winter sweater like the Tecovas Desert Crew Neck Sweater can add a dash of dependability, flair and style to everything from a waxed trucker jacket to a flannel shirt jacket.

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Helpfully, the Tecovas Desert Crew Neck Sweater is unexpected, it’s eye-catching and it’s built to last at a relatively fair price ($145 as of press time). Paired up with your favorite pair of handsome, durable Tecovas leather Western boots — of which the brand makes dozens of different styles — and you’ve got a stylish sweater you can layer up in versatile fashion.

Crafted from midweight Merino wool for temperature regulation and plenty of warmth (whether paired with a chambray shirt or straightforward long-sleeve cotton tee), this sweater gains variety from its half-cardigan stitch construction through the body. Pair that with shoulder and back yoke seed stitch detailing, plus rack stitching at the cuffs and hem — this handsome sweater is visually appealing all the way through, especially in Winter White.

Best of all is the attention to detail in constructing the Tecovas Desert Crew Neck Sweater — note the cow skull motif emblazoned across the back in bold, rugged fashion. It’s a one-of-a-kind sweater available in two crisp colors and practically made to be paired with expertly crafted light wash or dark blue jeans (which you can also score at Tecovas, as luck would have it!). The next time opportunity comes knocking in the form of a reliable sweater to layer up with during winter’s worst weather, I’d wager the Tecovas Desert Crew Neck Sweater is about as good as it gets.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Bristol Cardigan – An Old-School, Seriously Rugged Winter Sweater for Men

Best shawl cardigans for men.

In the most trying of times, when winter’s worst weather simply won’t let up — a common theme these days from my Brooklyn abode and elsewhere across the polar vortex — what tends to work is some of the most reliable, toughest menswear on the market.

Even if you’re merely venturing across town rather than embarking far afield, the best winter style essentials make it count in terms of weather-readiness, functionality and plain ole classic style points. That’s where Filson should earn place of pride in your menswear wardrobe, my friends.

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Of course, if you’ve kept up with this blog over the seasons, you know that to be true, as the famed Pacific Northwest retailer still delivers the good when it comes to the best waxed jackets, tough flannel shirts in a variety of fabric weights, sturdy waxed work pants and — in the case of today’s weekend style dispatch — one of the best shawl cardigans for men.

My Filson reviews as of late have praised the brand for dependability and performance in a range of iconic styles, the sort of gear outdoorsmen have trusted for decades — and it doesn’t hurt that a modern-day selection like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater looks like something a style icon like Steve McQueen might have cherished “back in the day,” ehh?

Filson Bristol Cardigan review.

The shawl cardigan sweater is — as I’ve written about lately for sites like CoolMaterial — a style that, in similar fashion to the classic henley or the chambray shirt — can serve to make every guy look good, adding a dash of rugged appeal to reliable pieces like blue jeans and trusty leather boots.

And when it comes to the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater, the same mix of throwback charm and modern warmth holds true. The shawl collar frames the face while adding some heft and extra warmth around the back of your neck — and you can still knot a scarf looped down the front, if need be.

It’s certainly an investment at $349, but it doesn’t cut corners in manners of looks or material. Thick-knit 100 percent wool means the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is going to prove extra warm when worn underneath a waxed field coat or an insulated Filson coat, while it’s woven in a thick fisherman’s vertical ribbed design (again, making the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater an utterly classic piece that menswear heroes of days gone by would have loved).

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In two go-anywhere, wear-with-nearly-anything colors (that’d be Navy and Forest Green Heather), the handsome Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater wears exceptionally well with a natural-hued henley or with a faded denim shirt out in the wild — or at your favorite distillery, for instance.

Two lower hip pockets deliver the classic style any good cardigan needs, and it just so happens that no matter where you go — from a wooded forest cabin to a mountainside retreat — a piece like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is built to take you there, back again and just about anywhere you dream up this winter.