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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Billy Reid Seersucker Shirt will Keep You Cool In Breezy, Stylish Fashion This Season

Billy Reid menswear review.

It truly takes one to know one, and by that I mean, if you often struggle with the heat in the summer and want to figure out how to stay cool while looking stylish for guys, well, you very well might be in luck today.

While your fall and winter menswear essentials are all about burly, rugged layers aplenty, those spring style essentials you’re searching for are all about breezy, dependable comfort and keeping cool as things heat from up — from the office to a work conference to evening happy hours and summer weddings, I’d wager you’ll find the Billy Reid Seersucker Cedar Shirt a crisp, reliable companion from one of the best menswear designers in America.

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Of course, you very well know Billy Reid if you keep up with the pages of this blog — that’s because he crafts a bit of everything, from stylish long-sleeve polos to effortless chinos, the peacoat worn by James Bond (yes, it’s true!) and sturdy denim shirts with plenty of heritage.

The designer simply makes it look easy, and with the Billy Reid Seersucker Cedar Shirt, you might say he’s using style inspiration from the deep South (the company is based in Alabama, after all) blended with the need to stay cool in the sweltering heat itself.

And that leads us to the polished but breezy, easygoing but useful and refined Billy Reid Seersucker Cedar Shirt, which takes the brand’s Cedar Shirt silhouette (normally delivered in seasonally friendly corduroy) and turns it into textural, soft and lightweight seersucker.

The puckered fabric effect of seersucker helps air flow more properly around the garment, making it a prime choice for suiting fabrication in the warmer months. The same can surely be said of the Billy Reid Seersucker Cedar Shirt, which comes in a neutral, fashionable shade of Olive as well as a vibrant, summer-friendly Blue tone.

The spread collar offers a crisp finish that wears as well with chino shorts as with linen trousers and leather loafers for more formal seasonal occasions, while the famed menswear designer finished the shirt with mother-of-pearl buttons and the company’s signature ribbon stripe detailing at the bottom hem.

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Yes, as with other things in the Billy Reid universe, the details have been taken care of fine fashion — to say the very least. With a standard fit and a cut designed to look as stylish untucked as when tucked in beneath a lightweight summer blazer, there are plenty of stylish seasonal takeaways from Billy Reid — and yes, that very much includes the Billy Reid Seersucker Cedar Shirt, my friends. Cheers to the season at hand, and cheers to warm-weather style made easy.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Billy Reid Pensacola Long-Sleeve Polo Is a Leisurely Spring Menswear Upgrade

For every time you feel like splurging a little bit on, say, one of the best men’s jackets for spring, there are times when it’s wise to keep your pocketbook in check and instead seek out menswear essentials that still feel like a bit of a splurge, yet offer you stylish looks at a fair price. And while award-winning menswear designer Billy Reid is a luxurious step up from more affordable everyday menswear brands, there are discounts aplenty if you know where to look — as in the Billy Reid Sale section, of course.

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The designer doesn’t normally run sales, but lately, there have been some stylish menswear gems tucked away in the Billy Reid Sale section, like the fashionable yet functional Billy Reid Pensacola Long-Sleeve Polo as shown above. It’s your lucky day, as we like to say, because this polo is up for grabs in time to serve as both a polished daily staple and a reasonable choice when it’s just a bit too breezy this spring to go with a full-on, traditional short-sleeve polo.

Look closely, and I think you’ll find the Billy Reid Pensacola Long-Sleeve Polo is as wearable on its own as it is beneath a soft-shouldered, lightweight spring blazer (which Billy Reid also sells!), fashioned from soft organic Pima cotton that’s also been garment-dyed to give it some character out of the box.

It’s also helpfully now marked down below $90, with the good looks and expert design detailing to make it worth dropping a bit more money on a stylish men’s polo for spring and summer. Note the designer’s careful touches, like a woven undercollar and the brand’s signature ribbon stripe detailing inside its traditional polo vents.

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The Billy Reid Pensacola Long-Sleeve Polo also includes careful stitch detailing at the chest pocket in a callback to its ribbon stripe — in addition to the buttery-soft fabric, you’re certainly getting plenty of thoughtful touches that make the Billy Reid Pensacola Long-Sleeve Polo worth the money, and then some.

Color options like Navy, Washed Grey and Tinted White serve up classic, versatile looks aplenty, with the chance to pair with dark tan chinos or breezy khaki-hued linen shorts, to name but a few easygoing style combinations. If I had to bet, I’d say this fashionable men’s long-sleeve polo certainly pulls its weight as far as on-sale style steals are concerned.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket -A Luxe Take on an Outerwear Essential

For as much as our weekly Style Pick entry is about finding a versatile favorite at an agreeable price, it’s sometimes nice to keep your wardrobe guessing, or at least lean into a bit more aspirational of a selection, particularly when that aspirational menswear takes a hard-earned favorite like the Harrington jacket and dials things up a notch (or 10).

Originally developed in Britain with features like a classic stand-up collar and lightweight yet sturdy fabrication to keep out the rain and wind, the Harrington jacket was made famous Stateside by the likes of style icon Steve McQueen, among others (my Fatherly guide to the Harrington jacket gives you a full crash course on the style, as it were).

is now redone to great effect by award-winning designer Billy Reid — just in time to slot in alongside your other spring style essentials with luxury in mind. Plenty of luxury, at that — one of the coolest new men’s jackets for spring just hit the Billy Reid New Arrival section, I’d say, and you’re going to have a heck of a lot of fun dreaming about wearing the Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, I’m willing to bet.

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You see, the luxurious and elegant Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, fashioned from 100 percent goat suede, features all the design trappings of the iconic Harrington jacket, including its stand-up collar and raglan sleeve construction for greater ease of movement (and easygoing layering atop an Oxford shirt, a linen buttondown, one of Billy Reid’s famed Pensacola Polos or else just a laidback pocket tee).

The Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket features a cut that should hit just above the waist — pay attention to Billy Reid’s sizing guide — while classic Billy Reid touches like brass hardware offer an elevated touch. Side slant hip pockets are another useful touch for stowing your everyday carry essentials, while a lightweight cotton lining gives this stylish men’s spring jacket some structure.

Its Dark Spanish Moss suede is especially appealing whether worn alongside light khaki chinos, dark blue jeans, light wash selvedge denim or even grey linen shorts and tan leather loafers, and the style points pick up serious steam from there.

Yes indeed, among all the enviable jackets you might wear or splurge on this spring, I’d say the handsome Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket just might be the best of ’em all as far as elevated yet easy-to-wear style is concerned — simply throw this one on over a black cotton tee alongside blue jeans, lace up some white leather sneakers and get ready for the compliments to roll in.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Shirt Belongs In Your Closet This Season

Best men's chambray shirts for 2026.

As we move steadily into a new season, it’s always worth taking stock of what really works in your wardrobe, what sorts of pieces you rely on and wear often (perhaps too often, in the case of this denim and chambray-loving Brooklyn style writer). But the classics, as we often say, remain the classics for a reason, and a sense of timeless style — with some thoughtful design details or perhaps a slightly elevated outlook — can work wonders for your wardrobe.

That’s certainly the case as you swap out your favorite rugged fall and winter flannel shirts for something with a lighter touch — and my friends, you’re certainly in luck today.

Take one of the best chambray shirts for men, after all. When updated ever-so-slightly by a designer like Americana-inspired, award-winning Alabama menswear maestro Billy Reid, the utterly classic chambray shirt feels fresh and wearable — from the BBQ to the boardwalk and a bit of everywhere in between as the weather warms up day by day.

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The fabric is a workwear staple, and if Billy Reid knows a thing or two about anything — beyond making the peacoat worn by James Bond, that is — it’s high-quality denim (among other menswear essentials, of course). The brand’s Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt is a personal favorite of this writer, and the company looked to its archives this season to deliver a revamped, lighter take on cotton chambray in a short-sleeve fabrication the newfound favorite Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Donelson Shirt.

The Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Donelson Shirt has a few roots of the past woven in every thread – namely, it looks like an old-school auto body or shop shirt, with two welt pockets that provide easy access to the tools of your trade (and distinctive looks). Speaking of tools of the trade: Check out my CoolMaterial guide to the best pens for your everyday carry. But back to the Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Donelson Shirt.

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It’s a bit of a throwback, as the brand says, noting that it “first debuted on the runway over a decade ago and we love it for its relaxed fit and effortless look.” That means you can layer this hard-working, stylish short-sleeve chambray shirt atop a white tee, a charcoal henley or a black tank top for a vintage, tough-yet-polished, easygoing and utterly cool look — work smarter, not harder, as they say.

Bleached organic cotton chambray offers subtle texture and eye-catching style, while the designer finished off the Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Donelson Shirt with tonal stitching for a clean look. Whether paired with the brand’s Moleskin Jeans, styled with olive chinos or paired with can’t-miss black selvedge denim, I’d wager you simply can’t go wrong with a fresh take on the timeless chambray shirt via the Billy Reid Short-Sleeve Chambray Donelson Shirt.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Classic Billy Reid Denim Shirt is Now 50 Percent Off for a Limited Time

Best denim shirts for men.

I don’t know about you, but there are certain styles aplenty I turn toward consistently in my menswear rotation, be it the humble pocket T-shirt, the classic blue jean, the durable leather boot or — better still — one of the best denim shirts for men. It’s a style staple we certainly return to time and again on this Brooklyn style blog, with its workwear roots, its real-world heritage and its mix of classically cool good looks.

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And while styles vary from brand to brand, those classic good looks make it a favorite of modern-day style icons from Ryan Gosling to Daniel Craig to, well, possibly you. Yessir, a piece like the Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt checks all of those boxes and more — and when it’s marked down to 50 percent in select finishes, the going gets better (rather than getting tougher). Billy Reid has long excelled at delivering rugged-yet-refined spins on trusted style staples, and it bears repeating that James Bond has worn a Billy Reid peacoat, of course.

So while we aren’t all blessed with 007’s expense account, there’s never been a better time to pick up the ridiculously well-crafted Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt at a 50 percent discount. The Shoals Denim Shirt, complete with its snap-front fabrication with brass hardware and boasting a fit that looks excellent tucked in or untucked, is a flagship piece of the brand’s more casual line.

Put it this way: If you appreciate the breezy, crisp-yet-preppy style of the Billy Reid Pensacola Polo during the warmer months, you certainly should consider swapping in the handsome and effortlessly cool Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt for colder temperatures (or, for a welcome return to solo spring style).

Complete with durable angled flap spade pockets and finished with felled seams in a tribute to iconic denim, it’s safe to say the tough-as-nails yet luxurious Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt takes its design cues from the right place. Especially eye-catching when it comes to the Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt is the Double Dye variation with contrasting hardware and stitching, while the company makes four other variations in differing shades of richly crafted cotton denim.

When you consider the versatile Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt, it becomes clear that no corners are cut and no shortcuts are taken: This is simply one of the best shirts for men and one of the best denim shirts, period. For 50 percent off right now, consider yourself fortunate indeed to score a deal on one of the finest men’s shirts (on sale!) on the market.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save as Much as 75 Percent on the Best Men’s Style for Winter at the Billy Reid End of Season Sale

Billy Reid winter menswear.

When the going gets tough, when brisk winter weather rolls into town, you’ve got two options, it seems: Layer up properly and in refined stye, or let the season get the best of you. And if you can layer up in refined style while rocking some of the best winter menswear, that’s all the better — it’s the name of the game at this Brooklyn style blog.

And of course, it’s paramount if you’re able to add some affordable men’s fashion to your wardrobe at the very same time. And that, my friends, brings us to today’s ultra-valuable and eye-catching Tuesday Steal entry, offering up some seriously prime savings on winter menswear: The Billy Reid End of Season Sale is positively packed with jaw-dropping deals aplenty, and you can save as much as 75 percent off right now — the fun’s just getting started, isn’t it, folks?

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If you keep up with the digital pages of this Brooklyn style blog, you’ll know I’m a huge fan of the Americana-inspired, utterly classic, rugged-meets-refined stylings of the legendary Reid, who’s been designing heirloom-quality menswear across the board for well over two decades. That goes for the peacoat worn by James Bond as readily as it does the timeless Billy Reid Shoals Denim Shirt, an expertly crafted spin on a Western favorite.

That also holds true for the brand’s ultra-soft, versatile tailored Moleskin Pants, crisply cut wool jackets and handsome Oxford shirts — to name but a few selections that have gone under the proverbial red discount pen via the Billy Reid End of Season Sale.

The selection for sale (now through February 3rd!) also includes tailored wool overcoats, crisply cut, office-ready trousers, wear-with-anything long-sleeve polos and rugged-meets-refined henleys. Keep in mind that all you need to do to make the most of the Billy Reid End of Season Sale (again, now through February 3rd!) is to use the code LASTCHANCE at checkout.

A variety of luxe everyday sweaters, ultra-soft polos and eye-catching plaid and subtly patterned buttondown shirts are also on offer (for a limited time, my friends) via the must-shop, positively outstanding Billy Reid End of Season Sale. These savings only roll around once a season, so you’d do well to scour the market for online savings aplenty.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Take Up to 50 Percent Off the Best Winter Menswear at this Billy Reid Sale

Billy Reid winter menswear.

It’s like I often say here on this Brooklyn menswear blog — when given the chance to shop some of the best winter menswear at a discount, or really, the best menswear in any season, it’s high time you strike while the iron is hot. After all, the chance to score refined, versatile menswear from a top-notch designer — like Billy Reid, as luck would have it –doesn’t come around all that often.

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And the Billy Reid Winter Sale right now is serving up some of the best of the best across the board — it doesn’t hurt that these are selections, from the utterly classic Billy Reid Bond Peacoat to durable-yet-handsome blue jeans, a rugged henley and the brand’s elegant cardigans — that you can actually wear right now, in the midst of the brisk season at hand.

In this neck of the woods, I’m a fan of everything from Billy Reid’s rugged hunting jacket to, of course, the famed peacoat worn by James Bond. And right now, this sale serves up stellar discounts (and a crop of Final Sale items) on long-sleeve polos, textured printed shirts, moleskin trousers and a luxe take on the classic crewneck sweater, among other style staples.

In the right hands, even the laidback hooded sweatshirt gets a luxurious finish, something you can certainly see for yourself when you scour the offerings up for grabs at the Billy Reid Winter Sale.

The famed Billy Reid Tuscumbia Shirt in a number of plaid designs and rich winter colors also gets marked down in price, and easygoing selections like quarter-zip sweaters are under the gun in terms of discounts — for a limited time! — within the Billy Reid Winter Sale.

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Again, it’s a joy to see so many winter style essentials on offer at prices you don’t tend to find all that often with an ultra-premium, elegant designer like Billy Reid — and yet, with Americana inspiration in every stitch and plenty of dependability and attention to detail, I’m willing to bet that just about anything you score during the Billy Reid Winter Sale will deliver what you seek.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Billy Reid Hunting Jacket is a Rugged Outerwear Upgrade This Winter

Billy Reid Hunting Jacket.

One of the things I love the most as I scour the market for the best winter style essentials? That’d be stumbling upon a piece that calls to mind vintage style inspiration while leaning heavily on rugged, modern fabrication — talk about quite the combination, right?

And one of the best field jackets certainly qualifies as a surefire seasonal style upgrade, and the Billy Reid number shown at the top of the page checks those boxes.

It’s inspired by classic hunting and field jackets as well as a piece sourced from Billy Reid’s 2022 menswear collection — not exactly a massive throwback, to be sure, but one worth your time and hard-earned cash from an acclaimed menswear designer, yes? The Billy Reid Hunting Jacket toasts 20 years of the famed designer’s namesake brand, one I’ve long admired –I have a feeling I’d love the brand just as much even if they didn’t make James Bond’s favorite peacoat, but that pedigree certainly doesn’t hurt.

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The Billy Reid Hunting Jacket boasts a stand-up, moleskin-lined collar for protection from the elements, plus an ultra-sturdy, hard-working Halley Stevensons waxed cotton exterior. Add in the onion fabric liner (in signature Billy Reid colors), and you’ve got a weather-ready jacket built for just about anything — and when it comes to Halley Stevensons, the Scottish company has been delivering some of the toughest fabrication on the market for generations.

Two exterior hip hand-warmer pockets are joined by exterior hip flap patch pockets for your everyday carry essentials, while hits of golden-brown detailing (another Billy Reid signature) cement the Billy Reid Hunting Jacket as both a rugged, modern classic and a highly functional-yet-stylish casual jacket.

Billy Reid seems to suggest pairing the Billy Reid Hunting Jacket with a richly crafted shawl collar sweater and wool trousers, and this sturdy waxed jacket would also wear more than fashionably with dark blue indigo jeans, trusty broken-in leather boots and a thermal henley — casually rugged style at its finest, at least in my experience.

While the Billy Reid Hunting Jacket isn’t nearly as refined as other Billy Reid men’s outerwear — including the brand’s selection of tasteful wool overcoats and the utterly iconic Billy Reid Bond Peacoat — this handsome jacket delivers the sort of go-between, everyday style well-suited for blustery, brisk days aplenty.

And although the Billy Reid Hunting Jacket isn’t cheap (it’ll run you $698), there’s an investment-level quality to this piece — and other Billy Reid menswear selections, of course. If that sounds like something you can get on board with, then you’ve found your new go-to casual winter coat.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Upgrade Your Layering Game with this Billy Reid Henley Sweater

Best henleys for men.

When you think of layering up for the season at hand, and particularly layering up when casually rugged style is the name of the game, where does your mind wander? Do you think of the fall and winter style staple that is the timeless shawl cardigan, or perhaps the crisp and classic crewneck or V-neck sweater? Do you think of the lounge-ready hoodie?

Or do you think of a piece that falls somewhere in between those categories — a rugged hybrid selection like the henley sweater, especially the Billy Reid Garment-Dyed Henley Sweater, might be precisely what you have in mind, yes?

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This piece lives up to its name, and then some, falling on the more laidback side of the equation as far as Billy Reid wardrobe essentials are concerned. The Alabama-based designer lends a casually cool, classic air to pieces that are normally more conservative, be it the Oxford shirt or the denim blue jean — and of course, elevated menswear like one of the best men’s blazers or James Bond’s favorite peacoat remain very much part of the designer’s offerings, year after year.

Billy Reid also strays into sportswear territory, like the heritage-inspired Dover Sweatshirt, which uses handsome elbow patches to class up an already super-soft crewneck sweatshirt. And that’s where the Billy Reid Garment-Dyed Henley Sweater starts to work its magic in your menswear rotation.

Garment-dyed cotton gives it a lived-in look and feel, the designer says, while ribbed knit finishing at the cuffs and hem delivers a snug fit and a touch of visual appeal — it turns the henley into a thicker sweater, one you can even layer under a more lightweight cotton crewneck tee or, better still, a lightweight cotton henley for a dash of devil-may-care style attitude.

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Heirloom elbow patches and a timeless band-collar design help the Billy Reid Garment-Dyed Henley Sweater achieve the perfect balance between a rugged layering must-have — beneath a waxed field coat might work wonders — and a refined staple you can use to dress down a crisp white dress shirt and tobacco-hued chinos ever so slightly.

Dark horn buttons are an elevated finishing design detail, giving this handsome sweater a wear-with-anything sensibility this winter. When the mood strikes, when you want a departure from the ordinary via your winter layering game, the Billy Reid Garment-Dyed Henley Sweater could be just the ticket, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Billy Reid Walton Jacket is an Elevated Blazer for the Best Holiday Occasions

My friends, the holiday season is nearly upon us — act accordingly, and your entire wardrobe will be accounted for, and then some, as you prepare for seasonal soirees, dressy occasions, holiday parties aplenty and even days at the office. I say live a little and invest in the best, particularly when it comes to one of the very best blazers for men — a piece you can wear day in and day out, in fact, especially when made the right way by famed menswear designer Billy Reid.

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The right blazer can almost feel like a suit of armor, elevating even more simple style staples like blue jeans and an Oxford shirt. And the Billy Reid Walton Jacket is a near-perfect example of one of the best men’s sportcoats, with a timeless design and structure to compete with the best men’s blazers on the market.

The Billy Reid Walton Jacket is billed as a “longtime favorite” of fans of the Alabama designer across his more-than two-decade career, made from basketweave virgin wool in a rich shade of tan brown that’s finished with crisp, classic details like patch pockets. The Billy Reid Walton Jacket is three-quarter-lined for added shape and structure plus a flattering fit (look for the company’s signature pelican motif in the lining itself).

And the half-canvas construction of the Billy Reid Walton Jacket will wear exceptionally well over time, molding to your body ever-so-slightly with each wear.

And yes my friends, when it comes to the Billy Reid Walton Jacket, you’re certainly going to want to get the most bang for your buck: Team this refined, handsome blazer with everything from charcoal corduroy trousers and a blue Oxford shirt to a henley and blue jeans for a blend of high-low style (of course, the designer does a standout job producing each of those menswear staples, too).

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Finishing touches like dark horn buttons and pick stitching on the lapel give this refined jacket a further elevated touch when it comes to refined design — would you expect anything less from one of the country’s best menswear designers, as I often say?

I certainly wouldn’t, and that’s why it’s more than worth investing in a truly versatile men’s sportcoat like the Billy Reid Walton Jacket ahead of a prime time of year for putting your best foot forward. Good luck out there, my friends.