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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Transition to Early Spring and the Weekend with this Laidback Warren Pullover Hoodie

Best hoodies for men.

On the verge of a late winter weekend, what do you look for in your wardrobe of menswear essentials? Do you look for casual comfort for laidback days at home? Something more polished for nights out? Or something so well-made, it’s hard not to find a way to work it into your wardrobe?

The Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie might just fit the bill nicely in that regard, especially in matters of laidback, casual weekend style — and it doesn’t hurt that it’s part of an always stellar assortment of USA-made menswear from Warren, a favorite brand of mine across the past year or so. How about yourself, ehh?

We’ve talked in past Warren menswear reviews about the company’s steadfast commitment to made-in-New-England manufacturing, which just so happens to make them a perfect fit for our Friday Find series, where we dive briefly but deeply into quality menswear made the right way in small batches (in a manner of speaking, that is).

And the Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie exemplifies the proper USA-made approach in matters of rugged, dependable style, whether worn with expertly faded blue jeans, stretch chinos and a light wash denim jacket, or a pair of tailored merino joggers for a weekend at home. Twill tape reinforcements at key stress points are accented by black matte drawcord tips, while the classic fit is apt for layering over a long-sleeve tee or a henley without leaving you swimming in excess fabric.

Made from 10.5oz. organic French Terry cotton that’s then garment-dyed to great effect in Somersworth, New Hampshire, the durable Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie is a steadfast commitment to old-school athletic styles. And as the brand says, “every part of the construction process – knitting, sewing, and dyeing – takes place within a 100-mile radius, a testament to New England’s long-standing textile heritage.” I couldn’t have said it better myself — how do you feel about adding the utterly classic Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie to your laidback weekend style rotation? The time is upon us, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Terry Pocket Sweatshirt – An Everyday Essential from the Famed Menswear Designer

When a designer like Todd Snyder talks about the best men’s style essentials, pieces every guy should own, it’s a wise bet to listen closely. The award-winning menswear designer and veteran of J. Crew and Ralph Lauren has been shaping the way guys should dress for decades — especially with his namesake line, as you well know if you read this Brooklyn menswear blog. Yes, it’s lofty praise, but when a guy wants to look great in a luxe shirt, or find the perfect pair of selvedge jeans, or switch things up with relaxed tailoring or a Don Draper-approved sweater polo, Todd Snyder is the man to see.

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That also holds true with more casual and casually rugged style essentials, like the effortless Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Sneakers or the just-right Oxford shirt, or an ultra-soft T-shirt, or the just-right fade of Japanese selvedge light wash jeans… the list goes on and on, as you can see.

And now, as part of his new line of Todd Snyder Essentials, the designer is recommending ten must-shop picks every guy should own — starting with a winter-friendly, layering-approved Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt. The designer previously put his own twist on athletic sportswear for years with the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup of luxe yet gym-inspired basics, including the must-buy pocket sweatshirt. It begins anew with one of the best sweatshirts for men, in the best way possible.

The Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt takes the classic pocket sweatshirt and gives it a luxe finish in Portuguese French Terry cotton, light enough to layer comfortably over an Oxford shirt or a thermal henley, and substantial enough to give it some heft underneath a sturdy waxed cotton trucker jacket.

In fact, your new favorite pocket sweatshirt should be well-suited for layering indeed, as the famed retailer (now with more than 20 locations nationwide!) notes this sweatshirt is in fact “roomy through the chest, tapered at the waist” for a more classic look in a nod to old-school athletic sweatshirts.

Split needle construction offers a clean and crisp finish to this sweatshirt whether you score the Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt in a timeless color like Light Grey, or the indigo-inspired Deep Springs. Any option should add depth and a sense of sporty, heritage style to your favorite pieces, be they tobacco-hued stretch chinos, faded blue jeans or perhaps corduroy pants and a chambray shirt for a luxe, high-meets-low look. This certainly won’t be the last time we talk about his new line of Todd Snyder Essentials, so it’s best to start with a fresh take on a throwback classic.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Gustin Vintage Sweatshirt is the Casual Style Upgrade Your Wardrobe Needs

I’m of the mind that once you start upgrading one area of your menswear rotation, the rest will follow: So, taking an interest in finding a better pair of leather boots or a better pair of indigo denim will lead to upgrades both big and small as you curate a collection of the best winter style essentials. That’s where USA-made menswear from Gustin comes into play.

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Across the past decade-plus, the company has truly gone the extra mile in making utterly classic, rugged and stylish American-made menswear, and that goes for upgrades big and small, as luck would have it — right on down to one of the best crewneck sweatshirts for men.

A casually stylish, sporty staple with tons of heritage, the crewneck sweatshirt is all grown up, in a manner of speaking, as you survey the Gustin Vintage Heavyweight Sweatshirt.

As ready to pair with the company’s durable, handsome selvedge denim as it is with stretch chinos and moc toe leather boots, this American-made sweatshirt gets its cues from — you guessed it — vintage-style crewneck sweatshirts, this time delivered in highly durable, heavyweight 14oz. cotton aided by made-in-Canada construction.

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The right mix of weight and supple fabric, as the company notes, should break in expertly and grow softer with each wear — just like they used to make the best sweatshirts and sweaters for men in days gone by, I’d wager.

This edition of the dependable and ultra-warm Gustin Vintage Heavyweight Sweatshirt features old-school, wider cuffs and a wider collar, like they used to make ’em back in the day, and it comes in a crisp and versatile shade of Natural that can be paired up with just about anything in your wardrobe.

A leather interior patch solidifies the company’s commitment to rugged quality and craftsmanship — I’d wager this is one stylish sweatshirt for men that’ll last — and last, and last. Try out Gustin menswear and let me know how the brand’s wares suit you.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This New Mack Weldon ACE Blazer is the Perfect Early Fall Jacket

Best fall blazers for men.

Needing to strike the right balance between comfort and style can be a tricky equation at times, at least as far as fall layering is concerned — and particularly when the occasion calls for one of the best blazers for men.

While fabrics like cotton and linen should more than suffice in the warmer months, something with a bit more heft and texture is preferred for fall and winter, yes? And that’s where my good friends at Mack Weldon rise to the occasion, and then some.

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You likely know the New York City brand for its wildly soft and comfortable boxer briefs and basics, but the brand has grown into so much more over the years (as previous Mack Weldon reviews on this site attest — read up, folks!). And the Mack Weldon ACE Blazer delivers the goods, and then some, boasting a supremely comfortable mix of stretch, comfort, style and polish.

The Mack Weldon ACE Blazer is the latest and greatest menswear innovation from the brand, which also excels at modern fabrics blended with classic style silhouettes. On the surface, it features the laidback yet crisp patch pocket design of a casual blazer for men, the kind you can wear with corduroy trousers or cotton chinos as easily as with dark blue jeans.

The difference, of course, lies in an expert fabric blend of micro-brushed French terry cotton for extreme comfort and softness. There are also timeless sportcoat touches like a modern lapel and a double-back vent when it comes to your new favorite fall blazer.

Mack Weldon appears to have been right on the money when they noted that “someone invented a blazer that’s as comfortable as your favorite sweatshirt,” and in my experience, the design holds true to a precise blend of form and function. If I were you, I’d wear the handsome Mack Weldon ACE Blazer with a blend of high-and-low style essentials, like a crisply cut Oxford shirt or even a thermal henley and black jeans for style with a bit of an edge to it.

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Available in versatile colors like True Black and a light Grey Heather colorway, there’s also a perfectly fall and winter-ready Charcoal Herringbone design for a true nod to seasonal style.

Plus, you can throw on the Mack Weldon ACE Blazer and truly forget about it — it’s comfortable enough to move with you, able to be worn on a plane and then right out to drinks, and cut in the perfect weight for fall. Find out more about the Mack Weldon ACE Blazer now, ahead of the best season in menswear.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This USA-Made Warren Sweatshirt Is A Perfect Homage to a Classic

One of the most fun parts about getting into the menswear world, at least in my experience, is the act of discovery. Stumbling upon a brand that’s doing one (or a few things!) so well, particularly a smaller or unheralded brand, is a true delight, at least in my book, and that certainly holds true when it comes to the best USA-made menswear, like Warren, a brand I had the pleasure of discovering earlier this spring and summer.

It’s trickier than ever to invest in American-made menswear, a time-consuming endeavor that not all that many are willing to take on these days — and then, there’s New England-based Warren, an upstart with a deep commitment to high-quality domestic manufacturing and an emphasis on truly timeless classics, like one of the best crewneck sweatshirts for men (as you’ll find out today).

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Founded by Peter Holoien a little over two years ago, the brand has been working with traditional cut-and-sew mills in New England (the Ringer Sweatshirt is produced in Fall River, Massachusetts) to deliver highly durable, well-crafted classics.

Those USA-made menswear classics include a line of cotton twill shirt (the Warren Six Season Shirt), a durable pair of utterly timeless chinos, a super-soft long-sleeve pocket tee in some excellent colors, a crisply cut short-sleeve pocket tee and two eye-catching, old-school ballcaps.

Not to be overlooked is the Warren Ringer Sweatshirt, modeled after the ” classic athletic sweatshirts of the mid-20th century,” the brand said. When you buy (and wear!) the Warren Ringer Sweatshirt, you’re investing in the best, in a sweatshirt that looks classic yet modern at the same time — note the V-neck stitching at the collar, plus the textured purl knit finish at the cuffs and hem.

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The handsome Warren Ringer Sweatshirt, especially in classic Athletic Grey, is visually appealing without overdoing it, the kind of refined yet easygoing sweatshirt made for summer nights around the bonfire and cool fall mornings (I plan on wearing my Warren Ringer Sweatshirt to enjoy both, assuredly).

The 7-gauge cotton jersey knit fabrication is lightweight enough to layer comfortably over a denim or chambray shirt, and easy enough to wear on its own atop a cotton T-shirt (again, I’ve tried wearing the Warren Ringer Sweatshirt on both occasions with great success).

The Warren Ringer Sweatshirt feels as well-loved as your favorite pair of light wash jeans, expertly broken in right out of the box thanks to the cotton jersey fabric. There’s a durable and reassuring feel to the Warren Ringer Sweatshirt, and I know I’ll enjoy mine the rest of this season and well into fall and winter. Try out some USA-made menswear, and reap the rewards.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Aether Apparel Half-Zip Sweatshirt is an Effortlessly Cool Spring Layer

There’s a right way and a wrong way to layer up for spring with the best spring style essentials, believe it or not. Or at least, that’s the case on this Brooklyn style blog, where I’m all about versatility in design, the right balance between performance fabrics and everyday style, and a dash of the unexpected. Take Los Angeles-based performance menswear brand Aether Apparel and the new Aether Apparel Spring 2025 Collection.

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The company rests at the intersection of gear you can wear out of the city — on a day hike, a long flight or somewhere in between — and gear that looks crisp and stylish getting from point A to point B. Add in a dash of the unexpected, as with the Aether Apparel Monte Half-Zip Sweatshirt, and now, we’re getting somewhere, so to speak.

If ever you’ve been hesitant about wearing a zip pullover or sweatshirt someplace other than the golf course, now’s the time to put those thoughts to the side — a new way to layer for spring weekends and casual days on Zoom calls at home just arrived.

It’s got more going for it than your traditional sporty crewneck, starting with the fact that it’s made from organic French Terry cotton. The half-zip design also swerves from the quarter-zip design’s traditional look, and the overall appeal of this casually cool layering piece sits somewhere between a traditional crewneck sweatshirt (in material) and the OG quarter zip.

Taken all at once, the Aether Apparel Monte Half-Zip Sweatshirt checks every one of the boxes we talked about earlier, all while doing so in slightly unexpected fashion — you might even say the quarter-zip sweatshirt or pullover is back in a whole new way.

The design should prove thermal in nature, ideal for brisk spring mornings and cool summer nights in the field (in fact, Aether Apparel says your new favorite zip sweatshirt is “an uncompromising exercise in versatile comfort and warmth” — how’s that for performance?).

The Aether Apparel Monte Half-Zip Sweatshirt is even built with underarm eyelets for increased ventilation: While this zip sweatshirt might not quite be one to wear on long runs, it can certainly tackle day hikes and other, more leisurely weekend pursuits.

Even the notched offset chest pocket is a visual touch that shows that a serious level of design and thought went into the Aether Apparel Monte Half-Zip Sweatshirt. On the style front, rib cuffs give this a sweatshirt-like fit and feel (it’s right in the name, after all), and three crisp, neutral color options deliver easygoing style potential — that goes for everything from olive-hued joggers to faded light wash jeans as a leisurely weekend look. Don’t hesitate to layer up the Aether Apparel Monte Half-Zip Sweatshirt for work or play — it’ll assuredly deliver.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save Big on Comfortable Sportswear from the Legendary Todd Snyder x Champion Line

Todd Snyder x Champion review.

In my experience, it can be a wise move in the menswear world — as you build out and refine your rotation of the best men’s style essentials — to keep certain goals in mind, or to have a vision for where your wardrobe and your style might be headed.

And for years, it was my goal to add some ultra-stylish Todd Snyder menswear to my closet — consider that goal accomplished, at least at a glance (there are still some pieces from the award-winning designer that remain investment-level).

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If you’ve been following me on Instagram for years, that journey started with some of the finest heritage-inspired sportswear on the planet by way of the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup.

The Iowa-born designer took the classic hoodie and the classic crewneck sweatshirt, revamped them with his own touches and his own eye for design, and created a timeless-meets-modern lineup involving some of the best sweatshirts for men (and more). And so, here we find ourselves all these years later (remember, this blog started back in August of 2013!).

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The great news? The Todd Snyder x Champion lineup still delivers impeccable quality, fit and style, from hooded sweatshirts to expertly crafted crewneck sweatshirts, tailored sweatpants and even a sharp-looking turtleneck.

Yessir, the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup is worth your time and hard-earned cash — and all the moreso now, given that a vast range of selections is now on sale at Todd Snyder. From cozy textured waffle sweatpants to short-sleeve sweatshirts, crisply cut T-shirts and a range of classic sportswear, the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup is yours for the taking, even if you’re only searching for an upgraded hooded sweatshirt to wear on the weekends.

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Savings on the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup start at 10 percent off and climb from there, with an array of colors, styles and designs available. In short, if your goal was to upgrade your loungewear and activewear in style, then the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup — at a discount — is a prime place to set your sights.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Indigo Sweatshirt is Ideal for Cool End-of-Summer Days and Nights

A guy’s wardrobe should revolve around the right blend of utility and style — being prepared for as many style scenarios as possible without missing a beat or feeling out of place. Sounds like a tall order, right? In my experience, I’ve found that Buck Mason covers just about every casually rugged, casually cool style scenario you could ask for, from sunrise to sunset and beyond.

In some instances, that might mean something like one of the best USA-made tees, and in another, it might mean a classic men’s polo for the office. Yet sometimes, it also requires thinking outside of the box — as in, adding another layer to your summer menswear #OOTD when you need it.

Best crewneck sweatshirt for men.

What I mean to say is, for the end of summer and the start (slowly but surely) of breezy nights, a piece like one of the best crewneck sweatshirts just seems to fit the bill. And Buck Mason has doubled down on that idea with the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt, using classic sweatshirt construction and rich indigo dye to hit all the right notes.

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Soft-brushed French Terry cotton makes all the difference when it comes to the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt. Specifically, threads dipped and dyed (before knitting) give it that characteristically rich, deep blue look. It also hits all the right details in terms of classic men’s sweatshirts, including a double-layer V-stitched neck (originally meant to serve a functional purpose during workouts).

Best crewneck sweatshirts for men.

Contrasting threads at the collar, cuffs and seams separate this handsome, classically styled sweatshirt from the pack, and it’s a given that the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt will only get better with age.

The famed modern American brand has also come up with a sweatshirt featuring an even deeper indigo fade (so the sweatshirt looks lighter with age), but for my money’s worth, this version of the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt is as good as it gets.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Aether Apparel Lightweight Crew Is a Rugged Summer Classic

There are times when you might not know what you need in your summer wardrobe until you come across a situation where, well, a certain pick could come in mighty handy. Take one of the best crewneck sweatshirts for men.

It’s a casual must-have worn under trucker jackets and atop flannel shirts in the colder months, but the right crewneck sweatshirt can prove extremely useful on chilly summer nights, too.

Think of it this way: If ever you’ve felt like you could use an extra layer on a cool summer evening, yet have come up short, consider it a valuable solution. And this, my friends, is where the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew enters your wardrobe.

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It comes from the technical masters at Los Angeles-based Aether Apparel, who founded their brand by focusing on gear that was stylish enough for the city and technical enough for the great outdoors.

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In my experience, the brand has succeeded on both accounts, which you can see if ever you’ve checked out the Aether Apparel Archive Sale or even worn one of the brand’s adventure-minded accessories, like a pair of the best sunglasses for men.

Elsewhere, picks like the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew fit the bill nicely, from the lightweight French Terry cotton-blend construction to the garment-dyed finishing processing. The fact that it also comes in a trio of neutral, versatile shades (seen above and below) is a major benefit, too.

That process gives the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew a lived-in feel right out of the box, something that in my personal experience is a great thing to have in your rotation of lightweight sweatshirts. It’s easy enough to throw on over a T-shirt, yet will maintain its shape enough to wear beneath a bomber jacket on especially brisk or rainy summer mornings (or nights, or afternoons, for that matter).

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And the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew should also add warmth to your #OOTD without weighing you down, another benefit of finding an outdoor essential for the summer months.

Like the rest of the Aether Apparel line, the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew comes at a premium price, but in my opinion, the outfitter lives up to its stylish-yet-technical, high-quality reputation. That’s a great thing to have in your summer wardrobe, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Huckberry Just Teamed Up with Aaron Levine on Some of the Best American-Made Menswear Around

Huckberry x Trumbull Detroit.

When looking for the best menswear essentials to round out my style rotation on the daily, I tend to look for relatable, reliable pieces (yes, relatable and reliable!) from sources I can trust — this you know well if you’ve read the blog on the regular, and Huckberry certainly qualifies.

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The rugged-meets-refined retailer has certainly set a high bar to clear, which is what makes the San Fran and Austin-based brand so impressive in its latest meeting of the minds. My friends, get ready to meet Trumbull Detroit, a new collaboration between Huckberry and lauded menswear designer and expert Aaron Levine.

Huckberry x Trumbull Detroit

If that name sounds familiar, there’s plenty of good reason behind that: Levine was the menswear mind behind Club Monaco, masters of accessible tailoring and sportswear, as well as the resurgence of Abercrombie and Fitch across the past decade.

And now, he’s back at it again, teaming up with Huckberry on Trumbull Detroit, a line of stylish, vintage-inspired sportswear that arrives just in time for early spring. The line focuses on classic Americana styles, including one of the best hoodies for men, a classic crewneck sweatshirt in a vintage wash, a super-soft vintage wash T-shirt and even a casually cool quarter-zip sweater.

The Trumbull Detroit line might seem simple enough on the surface, but it’s packed with some of the best casual style picks for men this spring, particularly for weekend lounging, morning coffee runs, cozy weekends away and, well, the list goes on and on.

Garment-dyed 100 percent USA-grown cotton runs throughout the line, but what’s even more impressive is the fact that Huckberry x Trumbull Detroit is made the old-school way — in the U.S.A., and as the name would imply, in Detroit itself.

Best USA-made hooded sweatshirt for men.

They don’t quite make menswear like this anymore, with a pleasing range of casual, effortlessly cool silhouettes, high-quality fabrication and of course, USA-made construction. That naturally means these pieces are pricier than average ($148 for a Trumbull Detroit hoodie, for instance), but between the soft fleece, durable fabric and made-in-America construction, it’s an investment that should certainly pay off.

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When you want the best of the best, with an eye for detail, classic design and that key mix of reliability and relatability, turn now towards Trumbull Detroit and your friends at Huckberry — they won’t let you down.