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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Cardigan is a Luxe Update to a Classic Wardrobe Staple

Best cardigan sweaters for men.

If you’ve been keeping up with this Brooklyn style blog over the years, you very well might notice that some things have stayed consistent: A love of the best chambray shirts, classics like blue jeans and of course, staples like rugged leather boots.

But what about the erstwhile cardigan — one of the best sweaters for men, in my opinion, and one made to great fanfare (and quality) by one of the country’s best menswear designers, Todd Snyder. Yes indeed, what do you make of this style, my friends?

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Even the most classic cardigan can look a touch trendy for some — or even a touch too retro or stuffy — but there’s no doubt (in my experience) that the Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan is a picture-perfect example of the style if you want to switch up your rotation of the best men’s sweaters.

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The Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan gets the details correct in terms of casually cool style — the ribbed texture gives it a dash of visual interest and appeal, while cardigans made from fibers like cashmere might be more refined.

A contrasting placket also adds a dash of intrigue — the Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan is a crisply cut sweater that’s as at home over a stretch dress shirt as it is atop a T-shirt or a long-sleeve waffle henley.

The Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan is part of the perfect mix of high-low style: Try it underneath a blazer (but atop a T-shirt in a solid color), or else style yours with the aforementioned dress shirt, a knit tie and chinos at the office.

The Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan is even fashioned with raglan sleeves for a further shot of contrast and a flattering fit — this luxurious sweater is pricier than other sweaters in your rotation, but worth your hard-earned cash all the same, particularly given its versatile color. As the brand says, your new favorite sweater is here, and it might just be the Todd Snyder Organic Cotton Cardigan

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Billy Reid Shawl Cardigan is a Fresh Twist on a Menswear Staple

If there’s one thing to carry through from 2024 into 2025 in terms of menswear essentials, it’s got to be a sense of respecting menswear classics while bending the rules ever-so-slightly in tasteful fashion. That might seem like a tall task, but when Billy Reid steps up to the plate, the Alabama-based designer’s wares tend to shake things up in pleasing fashion.

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That certainly goes for one of the best cardigans shown above, of course, but one with a noticeable twist. Just as the famed brand takes staples like a shirt jacket and crosses it with a puffer jacket for rugged appeal (resulting in one of the best shackets for men) the designer is an expert at elevating everyday staples into more refined territory, like a classic cardigan given an eye-catching double-breasted design.

Best cardigans for men.

Thus, the Billy Reid French Terry Shawl Cardigan puts a surprising, tasteful twist on a classic, upgrading your rotation of the best winter sweaters for men in the process.

And while the Billy Reid French Terry Shawl Cardigan isn’t quite as versatile as your trusted V-neck or cashmere crewneck sweater to wear at the office, it’s just as visually appealing and ready for a day of meetings or a crisp night out at a moody speakeasy. Not a bad amount of range for one cardigan, right?

And as with all things Billy Reid, the design and fabrication of the Billy Reid French Terry Shawl Cardigan truly place it a cut above the rest, at least in my experience. The flattering shawl collar gets an upgrade in a small-yet-refined way with a suede loop closure at the top button — the details truly do make the difference when it comes to one of the best men’s cardigans.

Soft French Terry cotton should prove easy to layer over a mid-weight flannel shirt, a stretch dress shirt or a thermal henley for rugged-yet-refined appeal. Distinctive hip patch pockets get a classic Billy Reid finishing touch, and the overall effect of the handsome (whether in colors like Oak Brown or Carbon Blue) is one of elegance yet laidback style in spades — it sounds to me like your new favorite cardigan might have just hit the scene, folks.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Wills Crewneck Sweater is a Subtly Stylish, On-Sale Layer from Huckberry

As we embark on a new year and this menswear journey together, it’s a safe bet to revisit some menswear favorites — the sort of pieces that act as building blocks of your wardrobe, regardless of what year pops up on the calendar. For my money’s worth, a durable, thickly knit, versatile crewneck sweater checks off plenty of boxes, and it only makes perfect sense that you can find such a sweater at Huckberry.

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Then and now, going forward and looking backward, a piece like the Wills Textured Crewneck Sweater will surely serve you well in all manner of style situations. And on that note, it’s clear that there’s no finer way to kick off 2025 in earnest than by scoring a discount on one of your new favorite sweaters, one you can wear reliably with versatile dark blue jeans, with stretch chinos or with corduroy pants — the list goes on, of course.

Best winter sweaters for men.

While it might look simple on the surface, there’s just enough going in with the design of the Wills Textured Crewneck Sweater to keep things interesting — particularly considering the fact that is nicely priced to sell for about 30 percent off right now.

The textured lambswool blend weave adds depth and visual appeal to the fabric, as do the ribbed collar and cuffs — wear Wills Textured Crewneck Sweater atop an Oxford shirt alongside dark blue jeans for some expertly minimal business casual style, my friends.

The Wills Textured Crewneck Sweater also, rather helpfully, comes in a series of neutral, minimal colors that you can pair up with practically any other shade of trouser, pant or shirt in your wardrobe — charcoal, light grey and navy will serve you well most anywhere, my friends.

And at a solid 30 percent discount, this handsome yet minimal crewneck sweater is a wear-with-anything investment you can feel quite good about making right this very instant, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Add the Taylor Stitch Evans Crew to Your Casual Style Rotation this Winter

For as much as winter is about layering up with a bit of flair via one of the best sweaters for men — a shawl cardigan, a sweater polo or a sweater with some pattern and color, for instance — the basics and subtle style are also an important part of your wardrobe. Of course, you can get both from my friends at Taylor Stitch — more on that in just a moment.

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Simplicity is sometimes best, whether searching for a stylish sweater as a base layer or scouring the market for a sweater you can wear easily and casually at home or on the road. And my friends, in my experience the Taylor Stitch Evans Crewneck just gets the job done when it comes to minimal, crisp and versatile style for winter.

Taylor Stitch Evans Crewneck review.

Right off the bat, there’s the crewneck design — more casual and slightly more ready to wear with a wider variety of jeans in various washes than the traditional V-neck sweater. But the Taylor Stitch Evans Crewneck steps things up slightly (yet still simply) from a casual crewneck sweatshirt, thanks to the wool-polyester-nylon blend.

Plus, the crewneck design features a heavyweight rib for some structure — with the Taylor Stitch Evans Crewneck, it certainly doesn’t look like you’re just wearing an easygoing long-sleeve tee. And then, there’s the texture — again, subtle and eye-catching but no less suitable for wearing on its own with dark blue jeans or underneath a waxed trucker jacket.

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It’s sturdy, it’s useful for travel as a base layer, and it’s suitable to wear as you play host to friends for a holiday whiskey tasting or gift exchange (two of my favorite things!). When it’s straightforward yet polished style you seek, rock the Taylor Stitch Evans Crewneck alongside dark denim — it’s an unbeatable combo for a crisp-yet-laidback look.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater – An Expert Layer for Brisk Autumn Days

I often find that tried-and-true, trusty menswear style staples present some of the best options for getting dressed this fall and winter — like a hard-wearing, effortlessly cool Donegal crewneck sweater. A sweater not unlike the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater seen above, in fact.

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It’s part of a slew of timeless style classics offered by the award-winning designer, the kind that tend to look great season after season. Although the designer is getting back into the world of runway shows, it’s the iconic pieces that get the most legwork, and the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater fits the bill in that regard.

Best winter sweaters for men.

A blend of wool, nylon and viscose provides structure, shape and warmth, and Donegal texture lends your layered winter look a touch of visual appeal and style (the designer calls it a “certain tweedy sophistication”). The result is a sweater you can layer over a crisp Oxford shirt as easily as you can wear it on its own atop a thermal tee and your favorite faded stretch jeans on a brisk autumn or winter morning.

Helpfully (at least in my book), the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater has a kind of rugged-meets-refined look — this is a handsome sweater you could easily layer underneath a waxed field coat or the famed Flint and Tinder Trucker Jacket.

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And on the more refined side of the equation, you could team the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater with a tweed blazer and corduroy pants for properly elegant-yet-preppy seasonal style. A range of fall and winter-friendly colors, like Cranberry, give this sweater a handsome, stylish touch.

Plus, the ribbed crewneck design is a classic touch that a dapper writer like Hemingway (or, dare I say, myself) might appreciate. It’s a worthwhile investment crafted from warm, high-quality fabric, and it’ll stand the test of time, as with all Todd Snyder menswear essentials — find out for yourself in time for winter layering, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Bonobos Merino V-Neck Sweater – A Useful Everyday Style Staple

Best V-neck sweaters for men.

There comes a time in a guy’s life, be it heading to the office or searching for a subtle style upgrade, that simple is sometimes the best course of action. Simple yet versatile, and far from boring is what the Bonobos Merino V-neck Sweater (in its various colors!) brings to the table — and your wardrobe.

In my book, the best V-neck sweaters hit the nail on the head in that regard, with the ability to dress up a chambray shirt, add a crisp look to an Oxford shirt or neatly frame a knit tie and a polished dress shirt. They can stand in underneath a blazer, they’re a wise choice as a mid-layer beneath a traditional field jacket, and an option like the Bonobos Merino V-neck Sweater makes perfect sense, at least in my experience.

Best merino sweaters for men.

After all, merino fabric regulates your temperature and is neither too burly nor too flimsy. And again, that V-neck collar is a wise choice in terms of style points — I’d say every guy can use a rotation of V-neck sweaters in crisp, classic colors. Not a bad option to have in a wardrobe of fall style essentials, right?

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Another benefit to picking up the Bonobos Merino V-neck Sweater? It’s a sweater you can safely wash (provided you follow instructions from Bonobos) without worrying about shrinkage — and if you tend to rely on sweaters frequently as a mid-layer or the centerpiece of a business-casual outfit, then that’s a major plus.

Bonobos V-neck Sweater.

Whether you score the Bonobos Merino V-neck Sweater in Charcoal Grey, Maroon or Heather Forest Green, it can bring plenty to the table — witness its wearability with tan chinos or blue jeans, for instance. And if you know where and when to look, you might even be able to score the Bonobos Merino V-neck Sweater at a discount ahead of late fall and early winter. For my money’s worth, this is one of the best sweaters a guy can buy — try one out and let me know your thoughts.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater Is an All-Time Classic

If you want proof that sometimes, they do still make menswear essentials like they used to (at least to some degree), then the revamped Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater is proof positive in that regard. It joins an already stacked rotation of Taylor Stitch menswear for the season, which includes burly knitwear, ultra-soft flannel shirting, soft yet sturdy chinos and even canvas work pants.

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In my experience, it’s all made to last and built with quality in mind, and this handsome sweater — which nods to utterly classic menswear — is the cream of the crop, so to speak. Look closely and you’ll see that the rugged Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater has all the hallmarks of iconic knits worn decades ago — down to the oversized, contrasting rib collar and — yet is bolstered with modern materials.

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When it comes to the Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater, that means this sweater uses 100 percent merino wool, the kind that’s responsibly sourced. Moss stitch construction gives this sweater both durability and a distinctive look in two versatile colorways: Taupe, as seen above, or Dark Navy for a slightly more tailored, yet still timeless, look.

The Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater is a bold choice as far as autumnal style goes — it wears well with indigo selvedge jeans as it does with canvas work pants during a cold log cabin morning. And it should layer up nicely over an Oxford shirt for a mix of high-and-low, polished-and-rugged style. Granted, the Taylor Stitch Fisherman Sweater doesn’t come cheap (it clocks in at $238).

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And yet, for the sort of legendary looks and modern materials you’re getting in one package, it’s a new fall knit worth picking up — and wearing as often as possible on brisk fall and winter days.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Mott and Bow Cashmere Sweater is a Luxe Fall Must-Have

Best cashmere sweaters for men.

It’s always a pleasure to come across what you might call a pleasant surprise in the world of menswear essentials, like the fact that a brand that makes some of your favorite jeans also makes a host of other men’s style staples to go along with ’em.

That’s where Mott and Bow enters the fray — and your wardrobe — by making not only some of my favorite jeans on the market, but one of the best cashmere sweaters for men out there. The Mott and Bow Bergen Cashmere Crew Sweater looks simple enough on the surface, but dial down more closely and realize that it’s about as luxe as it gets — and a stellar value for the price tag.

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This handsome, subtly stylish cashmere crew hits all the right notes, I’ve found, in terms of stylish cashmere sweaters. In my experience, Mott and Bow men’s sweaters are soft and yet supple, yet never flimsy – they also hold their shape nicely when worn on their own, or atop an Oxford shirt (a personal favorite combination of mine).

Plus, the crewneck design of the Mott and Bow Bergen Cashmere Crew Sweater — complete with ribbed cuffs and a ribbed neckline — is versatile enough to stand up to casual looks (like a pair of Mott and Bow jeans) or more refined style moves (like stretch chinos and leather Chelsea boots).

It also comes in five easy-to-style colors, including the personal favorite Hunter Green as shown above — with Mott and Bow, you’ve certainly got options.

The Mott and Bow Bergen Cashmere Crew Sweater is also available in a nice array of well-fitted sizes — I’ve found that Mott and Bow men’s sweaters run true to size, and feature plenty of room to comfortably layer.

The mid-weight cashmere fabric is neither too thick (Read: Hot!) nor too flimsy, something else I certainly appreciate when it comes to the Mott and Bow Bergen Cashmere Crew Sweater. No matter the color you select this season, I’d wager this elegant-yet-accessible cashmere option could quickly become a new daily staple.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Seafarer Crew – A Rugged Winter Sweater for Brisk Days

Best classic sweater for men.

There’s a reason why classic menswear essentials are, well, so classic. They’ve stood the test of time and proven their functionality in the real world, be it the workwear durability of a canvas deck jacket, the utility of one of the best men’s henleys or the reliability of a rugged winter sweater, like the Buck Mason Seafarer Crew shown above.

It’s modeled after old-school sweaters, the kind worn on the high seas, and that’s about as classic as it gets in terms of reliability and toughness, in my experience. And it’s exactly the sort of piece the iconic modern brand excels at making, with heavy Americana influence and modern style points any day of the week.

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The key with the Buck Mason Seafarer Crew is its 100 percent cotton construction, which is done up in a cardigan rib knit. That gives this stylish men’s sweater its durability, texture and visual appeal (and the Vintage Ivory colorway isn’t half-bad either as an homage to retro fisherman sweaters). It also comes in other versatile, neutral shades of olive and grey, but my personal favorite is this rich Ivory colorway.

The crewneck construction of the Buck Mason Seafarer Crew works well to layer over crewneck T-shirts or even a classic Buck Mason Oxford shirt for a bit of prep style at the office or out on a winter date. Even better is the fact that your new favorite sweater can be worn year-round, thanks to that cotton build: Think cool spring and summer nights, brisk fall days and plenty of chilly winter mornings, starting right now. The Buck Mason Seafarer Crew beckons, so shop accordingly right now.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Todd Snyder Lambswool Sweater Is a Rugged and Refined Winter Classic

Todd Snyder men's sweaters.

Most of the time, my favorite men’s style essentials are the pieces that evoke utterly classic, timeless style — the sort of items your father or grandfather might have counted on and worn reliably, be it a stylish pair of jeans, a rugged waxed trucker jacket or the cozy men’s winter sweater from Todd Snyder shown above. Some things never really go out of style, and that includes a thick-knit sweater you can wear consistently on brisk winter days.

And this Todd Snyder sweater is a gem of an offering, with a classically rugged cable knit design that calls to mind old-school fisherman sweaters and frigid winter mornings in front of the fire. The Todd Snyder Lambswool Cable Crewneck (available in a rich Cream color, a sleek black or a crisp Navy option) gets the details right, boasting a classic fit you can layer over your favorite Oxford shirt alongside faded blue jeans or burgundy corduroy pants in equal measure.

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The 100 percent Lambswool construction should also prove warm and sturdy, minus the itch of other similar fibers. And since it’s Todd Snyder we’re talking about here, you can count on quality for your investment. How’s that for checking all the proper boxes as you search for your new favorite winter sweater? Call it a winner in my book, my friends. Happy winter shopping!