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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Bonobos Blazer Is Primed for Just About Any Fall Style Occasion

Best blazers for men.

The many charms of fall call for mastering the art of cold-weather dressing, both in ways more casually rugged (looking at you, shawl-collar cardigan) and more formal (the autumn weekend wedding comes to mind).

Either way, if you’re reading this blog, you know what it’s all about: Putting your best foot forward in more formal situations, from the office to the speakeasy evening date and yes, that wedding weekend.

The choice is yours, but the choice is easy, if you ask me — embrace one of the best blazers for men, the kind that cleans up easily with stretch chinos or even contrasting suit trousers, not to mention business casual-approved dark blue denim. To get more specific, try the Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Blazer on for size, and see how your tailored wardrobe can be whipped into shape with a rich autumnal colorway and ultra-comfortable construction.

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Now, you very well might know Bonobos for the many Bonobos reviews we’ve covered over the years on this style blog, and it bears repeating that the New York City-based outfit now makes so much more than expertly fitted chinos. You can find everything from comfortable stretch denim to Italian-made suiting online or in Bonobos Guideshops (places to try on Bonobos garb, and then have the resulting picks shipped right to your doorstep).

Yessir, the Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Blazer qualifies as a welcome innovation from the retailer, blending the polish of a blazer with wool-blend fabrication and three tried-and-true fit options, plus sizes ranging from 36S on up to 48L.

That’s the Bonobos way, after all — the perfect fit, perfected, as it were. And with its double-vented design and classically proportioned lapels, this jacket checks all the right boxes, whether worn over a chambray dress shirt or a crisp Oxford shirt for versatile daily style.

This handsome, stylish men’s blazer also leans on a lightweight design for breathability and comfort — it shouldn’t prove too cumbersome when worn beneath a topcoat, for instance.

And given the fact that you can score the Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Blazer in a whopping 16 color and pattern options (five of which are on sale right now), it seems the time is here to upgrade your daily tailoring rotation, be it a suitable match for dressy blue jeans or crisp wool trousers in a contrasting colorway. Trust Bonobos to help you secure your perfect fit and ideal style on the go this season, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 30 Percent On these Bonobos Travel Jeans In Time For Stylish Seasonal Looks

Bonobos men's jeans review.

Some deals are too good to pass up, especially when they involve the chance to score stylish savings on what could be your new favorite pair of jeans for a fresh look heading into a new season. At least, that’s what I feel these days, particularly with wardrobe updates proving appealing for the brisk autumn months (hopefully!) on the way season.

And for a dialed-in fit, quality fabric and a range of size options, it’s been hard to go wrong over the years with the Bonobos Travel Jeans. Luckily for the both of us, the pair shown above (among others) is on sale today for about 30 percent off, with plentiful sizes and fits available, my friends.

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Over the years, I’ve had the chance to test out a number of products from NYC-based Bonobos, which helped revolutionize the way men buy and wear pants nearly 20 years. Its Guideshop concept, where a customer tries on product and then leaves with no bags, no inventory — the end results are sent to your home! — was a gamechanger, and they’ve moved well beyond stylish stretch chinos into territory like the comfortable five-pocket design and crisp-yet-casual, versatile polish of the Bonobos Travel Jeans.

Cut like a jean but as polished and wearable as your favorite pair of chinos when styled the right way, these pants — available in a wide range of autumnal colors — boast 94% Cotton, 4% Polyester and 2% Elastane construction for comfort and stretch. Better still are fit options like Tailored, Slim and Athletic, with some colors available in waist sizes up to 46.

Bonobos calls these pants “extra comfy with classic jean details,” and that’s the right sort of blend for days on the road and at the office. The San Antonio Khaki shade seen here should prove especially versatile whether worn with a white Oxford shirt, a chambray overshirt or even a henley-and-indigo-trucker-jacket combination.

Even at full price (typically $129), the Bonobos Travel Jeans are offered up in fair fashion from the acclaimed E-commerce retailer. Try a pair on for size at a discount, and let me know how they treat you in the comments section below.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Step Into Warmer Weather with This Breezy Bonobos Linen Shirt

Best linen shirts for men.

In some cases in the menswear world, it’s often about being prepared before the moment arises when you need a piece with the perfect amount of seasonality — and if you’re still unwinding your way from your beefed-up, rugged winter wardrobe, now is prime time to add some light texture and laidback good looks to your next #OOTD.

Spring and summer bring with it consistently climbing mercury in the thermometer, after all, and your wardrobe should follow suit with (among other things) one of the best linen shirts for men.

Utterly breezy and breathable, with the good looks and good form to pair with crisp chinos or drawstring shorts in equal measure, the best men’s linen shirts are a warm-weather must-have, and the good folks at Bonobos know just what your warm-weather wardrobe needs (in addition to a pair of the brand’s cleanly cut, crisply tailored chinos, of course).

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The Bonobos Everyday Linen Shirt does just what it sets out to do in its name — serve a purpose as a reliable, daily menswear essential with casually cool, versatile construction in effortlessly lightweight fabrication. Of course, you’ll know from Bonobos reviews on this blog that the brand is famous for its approach to perfectly well-fitting pants and chinos, with a variety of fit options, cuts and sizes, plus a range of engaging colors to suit every taste.

The same certainly holds true when you get down to it with the Bonobos Everyday Linen Shirt, which features soft 100 percent linen construction for texture and easygoing appeal this summer, particularly when paired with cotton-linen trousers and leather loafers for a look that’s expertly styled for rooftop drinks or a more refined yet still comfortable (and breathable!) date night.

Available in an appealing range of eight colors, from micro-striped patterns to shades with a dash of sprezzatura (especially when worn with off-white or olive chinos), this stylish men’s linen shirt might very well just be the one you reach for consistently — from the office to a weekend BBQ when styled with Bonobos chino shorts and canvas sneakers.

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The Bonobos Everyday Linen Shirt is the kind of men’s linen shirt you needn’t overthink — other than which color or colors you’re plotting to scoop up across a range of sizes up to XXL. With the Bonobos Everyday Linen Shirt,, you can also take your pick between two shirt fit and length types — yes indeed, your new favorite everyday spring and summer shirt boasts a fit as dialed in as the brand’s famed chinos, and that’s a style recommendation for men I can get behind this season.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Bonobos British Waxed Field Jacket is One of the Jackets On Sale Right Now

Best waxed jackets for men.

What’s a guy to look for in one of the best spring jackets for men? It’s high time to start thinking about the season upon us in just a few short weeks, especially as we gradually shift from the thick-knit wool jackets, durable peacoats, highly functional parkas and streamlined puffer jackets.

It starts with a focus on both lighter-weight performance and rugged reliability, both of which you can score in spades via one of the best field jackets for men — toss in some stylish savings from one of your favorite online retailers, and you might say we’re cookin’ with gas, all thanks to Bonobos and the Bonobos Sale section.

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Yes indeed, the brand that cut its teeth on making some of the very best chinos for men — nearly perfecting the approach in the process, all at an affordable price — has become so much more in the years since then (even if the brand has found itself sold to a larger parent company multiple times in recent years). In my experience, the same Bonobos commitment to affordable quality remains — from outerwear to soft cotton T-shirts, a range of soft stretch denim and of course, high-quality dress and casual trousers.

And yet, if you want a company that does a little bit of everything, from sleek chinos to expertly cut Oxford shirts, sleek Italian-inspired tailoring and more rugged outerwear like the Bonobos British Waxed Field Jacket, then you might say you’re very much in luck.

Available right now for a whopping 50 percent off, the Bonobos British Waxed Field Jacket is billed by the brand as an “elevated take on the field jacket,” complete with the kind of British Millerain waxed cotton construction trusted by the very best in the business. That fabrication resists rain and wind, while its inner stand-up (or lay-flat) collar is lined with classic corduroy for a timeless touch.

A storm flap placket offers additional protection from the spring elements, while a zipper front offers a customizable fit as you layer up the Bonobos British Waxed Field Jacket over Oxford shirting, a thermal henley or a simple-as-can-be graphic T-shirt, to name but a few style choices with this highly affordable men’s spring jacket.

A drawcord interior waistband further offers a customizable, reliable fit, while Bonobos finished off this jacket with an eye-catching fabric inner lining, not unlike the lining of the pockets on its famed chinos. Four large front pockets provide crucial everyday carry storage in classically rugged field jacket fashion.

It very well might be harder to find a better deal on a durable field jacket for spring right now than the Bonobos British Waxed Field Jacket, but take heed: Sizes are selling quickly via the Bonobos Sale section, so act accordingly to get your hands on potentially your new favorite spring jacket.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save on the Best Everyday Menswear With the Bonobos Winter ‘Sale on Sale’

No matter how well-stocked you might find your daily menswear wardrobe, there’s always time for reflection or for an examination of what you might need — but let’s stay away from overly extravagant purchases and focus on the daily essentials that yes, you do truly need.

A crisp pair of pants for the office, an Oxford shirt you can wear solo or layer up, even a reliable topcoat that you can wear with virtually any outfit in your rotation… and yes, it’s worth considering a brand that can help get you there. My friends, let’s return once again to the ever-versatile, crisply designed and carefully fashioned stylings of Bonobos, the venerable NYC menswear brand approaching its 20th anniversary.

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I’ve covered Bonobos plenty in Bonobos reviews over the years on this style blog, and while the brand’s scope has expanded beyond just the best chinos for men, there’s still something to be said for the quality and performance of its retooled lineup (at least, that holds true in my experience).

And there’s never been a more prime opportunity to find precisely what you need for the office, for date night or as you search for what to wear on Valentine’s Day. How so? The Bonobos Winter ‘Sale on Sale’ is here for a limited time, with savings so good, you very well might look at least twice.

With the simply excellent Bonobos Winter ‘Sale on Sale’, you can take up to 50 percent off already on-sale items for a grand total of as much as 70 percent off. A whopper of a deal as we cruise into the next stretch of winter, yes?

The Bonobos Winter ‘Sale on Sale’ delivers the goods when it comes to a slew of easily wearable everyday classics, including the stretchy yet sturdy Bonobos Travel Jeans (a personal favorite), plus crisp everyday shirting, cozy sweaters and more refined selections like the Bonobos Jetsetter British Wool Blazer as shown above.

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How’s that for the perfect mix of savings and style? I very well might be biased, but I’m quite simply a fan of darn near everything Bonobos does –an expert blend of accessibility, attention to detail, modern style and classic good looks. And yes, that’s high praise, but it’s yours for the taking via the Bonobos Winter ‘Sale on Sale’. Happy shopping, folks.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: You Can Save as Much as 70 Percent at the Bonobos Holiday Sale Right Now

If your wallet just so happens to be feeling the strain of holiday shopping, especially of the last-minute variety, then there’s relief in sight when it comes to the best winter menswear — and some stylish last-second savings, at that.

So while I can’t guarantee that Bonobos menswear will make its way under your tree in the days ahead, I can indeed guarantee that the acclaimed New York City brand will continue serving up stylish savings aplenty post-Christmas by way of the Bonobos Very Merry Sale.

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It’s a sight to behold, particularly if you need a refresh by way of crisply designed chinos, stylish dress trousers, classic corduroy pants or one of the best dress shirts or everyday sweaters for well-dressed fellows (very much like yourself!).

The Bonobos Very Merry Sale offers as much as 70 percent off a wide array of Bonobos classics, including its stretch washed chinos, durable Travel Jeans packed with stretch, lightweight flannel shirts and even Italian suiting. Even at regular pricing, Bonobos has a knack for releasing effortlessly cool, stylish menswear at fair prices — and this sale knocks those fashion staples down into even more affordable territory.

There’s also a sharp selection of sweater polos and wool bomber jackets, along with a few choice offerings you could put to good use on your next warm-weather winter getaway (think textured linen shirting, swim trunks or everyday short-sleeve polos).

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Even menswear that’s normally an investment, like a fine blazer or fresh tailoring, gets markdowns via the Bonobos Very Merry Sale, and you can rest easy knowing that it’s not just a one-size-fits-all approach — Bonobos offers up a solid range of sizes, fits and styles (even on sale!) to suit each and every body type.

Make holiday savings and style a priority with one of the last sales of the year from Bonobos — there’s no better time to find the perfect fusion of affordability and classic good looks, folks.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Versatile Bonobos Merino Crewneck is Now 50 Percent Off Ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Best men's sweaters to wear now.

We’ve reached the point in the holiday calendar where the frenzy is building to a fever pitch: Deals aplenty beckon, the promise of Thanksgiving dinner and a well-stocked beer fridge and bar cart await, and chances abound all the while to shop the best menswear deals around.

And while some brands are launching headfirst into Black Friday, there’s a very good chance that the full slate of deals from some of your favorite online menswear shops hasn’t quite rolled out — it’ll happen, rest assured, but for now, there are a few key deals to prime your palate, so to speak, and Bonobos has more than a few of ’em.

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Make no mistake, the Bonobos Sale section is always plenty well-stocked year-round with the brand’s trademark assortment of well-fitting chinos, effortlessly cool stretch dress shirts and casual buttondowns, and hybrid pieces made for laidback lounging, like sweater polos and distinctive button-front cardigans. The great thing about taking an early crack at the best Black Friday menswear deals, however, lies in finding versatile staples you can rely on even outside of the holidays.

Take the Bonobos Washable Merino Crewneck, a crisply designed style staple made with anti-microbial merino wool and designed to be thrown in the wash at a moment’s notice. Merino wool makes for an expert multi-season layer, with the ability to regulate your temperature and layer as easily over a long-sleeve tee or a simple T-shirt as with an Oxford buttondown, dress shirt or slightly more rugged chambray shirt.

The crewneck design goes with just about anything in your wardrobe, able to be worn over a dress shirt and tie at the office as well as underneath a blazer when you replace your traditional dress shirt. And right now as part of an early slate of the best Black Friday menswear deals, the Bonobos Washable Merino Crewneck is 50 percent and available in a wide array of sizes.

Note that when it comes to this easily wearable sweater, Navy Blue is my personal favorite for maximum versatility — and it also boasts the most inventory at the moment.

And while other Black Friday and Cyber Monday style deals surely await, is a wise bet — and quite easy, at that — to shop an everyday layering essential like the Bonobos Washable Merino Crewneck ahead of a prime time for seasonal savings. Good luck out there, folks.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Take 25 Percent Off these Best-Selling Bonobos Travel Jeans This Week

Best men's jeans from Bonobos.

As a well-dressed modern man (like yourself) surveys the ever-more casual men’s style landscape, maybe you’ve realized that the right pair of jeans — a crisply designed, well-fitting, utterly stylish and versatile pair — can work for plenty of style situations, even ones where a more polished look might have worked (looking at you, old-school office dress code).

So, it’s clear that you need a pair of the best jeans for men, or at least one or two new pairs, and quick. What’s a guy to do? Head to Bonobos, purveyors of some of the best men’s pants (and best affordable menswear, period), and revel in what I like to call the perfect blend of style and savings from the long-running menswear purveyor.

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To be more specific, the famed Bonobos Travel Jeans — the ideal blend of stretch, comfort and sharp looks — are now 25 percent off for a limited time with the code ROADTRIP. That’s right: Save 25 percent on a wide range of Bonobos Travel Jeans by using the code ROADTRIP, my friends.

There’s much to love about these jeans, which stand apart from the rest of the Bonobos lineup thanks to their innovative use of stretch (94 percent cotton and a 6 percent blend of polyester and elastane).

And while Bonobos also makes jeans from premium Italian denim, these offer the most stretch of any pair of Bonobos men’s jeans on the market. Like other expertly designed pants, the Bonobos Travel Jeans feature a range of classic yet eye-catching colors that go well beyond just standard dark blue jeans (although those are also a wise selection for your daily style rotation).

And when it comes to the jeans themselves, they boast all the timeless notes you expect from sturdy denim, including contrasting rivets, a back logo patch and that trademark, high-quality Bonobos fit, at least in my experience.

Seven colors of the Bonobos Travel Jeans are up for grabs at the moment, with some sizes extending up to 44, to go along with five inseam options and five fit varieties (ranging from Slim Taper to Straight). It’s like I said earlier: There’s much to love when it comes to the Bonobos Travel Jeans, starting with the chance to save 25 percent with the code ROADTRIP. Your new favorite pair of jeans are waiting for you, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 20 Percent On These Essential Fall Jeans From Bonobos

Best blue jeans for men to buy now.

We talk often on this Brooklyn style blog about the tools and tricks of the trade, about the right gear for the task at hand — clothing you can wear day in and day out, virtually regardless of season.

In my experience, the best jeans for men (although tricky at times to wear in the summer months!) belong in any toolbox (or wardrobe, rather) of menswear must-haves.

Add in denim made with expert attention to detail in terms of fit and fabric, and you’re looking at a near-indispensable offering — especially as far as pairs of the best jeans for men are concerned, my friends at Bonobos take the cake.

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And while there’s plenty to sort through online at Bonobos, the famed NYC retailer — which is known for disrupting the way men’s pants fit, along with a series of handy innovations in the shopping experience — delivers a premium experience in both name and execution when it comes to the Bonobos Gramercy Premium Jeans.

Throw in the chance to find your new favorite pair of men’s denim — marked down 20 percent right now as head into fall — and you very well might be looking at a few new upgrades in the figurative jeans department heading into fall.

The Bonobos Gramercy Premium Jeans are available at a discount in three versatile yet more casual colors this season, including the lighter and fall tailgate-ready Midwood Blue shown above.

The Bonobos Gramercy Premium Jeans lean on premium organic cotton with a small amount of stretch, and all the proper hallmarks of some of the best-fitting jeans for men can be found in this particular pair.

That includes expertly crafted fabric, handsome details like contrast stitching and a leather back hip logo patch, and of course the proper fit for which Bonobos is known, my friends.

The Bonobos Gramercy Premium Jeans come in waist sizes up to 46, plus a whopping five fits to suit every body type. Complete with printed pockets — because it’s the details that really make the difference — these go-anywhere jeans are a prime, premium addition to any off-duty wardrobe, at least in my experience.

Custom rivets, a near-perfect fit and the casual construction to pair with henleys and jeans aplenty make them a surefire winner in my book: Shop and save on your new go-to blue jeans while there’s still time, folks.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Lightweight Bonobos Jeans are Perfect If You Simply Can’t Stop Wearing Denim

Bonobos men's denim review.

Perhaps you, like me, are a big fan of the best jeans for men, an everyman, everyday staple with classic roots that lend an air of rugged, hard-working appeal to plenty of outfits. Be it in summer-friendly light wash designs or timeless dark blue cotton denim fabrication, the best men’s jeans (like the Bonobos Stretch Lightweight Jeans as shown above) are as reliable as it gets, at least in my experience.

But what’s a guy to do when the thermostat climbs to unbearable levels, and when it simply feels too hot for a pair of denim? The answer is to go back to the drawing board, because yes indeed, wearing denim in the summer can certainly be done.

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Sure, lightweight trousers in various linen and cotton designs abound, as do stretch chinos — but when the occasion calls for something casual, but not as easygoing as a shorts-centric BBQ, again, well… what’s a guy to do?

While there are certainly times it’s not practical to keep rocking denim, a fresh set of the best lightweight jeans — like the Bonobos Stretch Lightweight Jeans, in fact — can come in mighty handy, delivering the everyday style you crave while keeping you cooler in the heat than thick selvedge or traditional dark blue jeans might.

Again, practicality is often the name of the game, but if you’re on the hunt for a stylish pair of jeans you can wear in the summer, then the men’s pants masters at Bonobos seem to have the game figured out.

Denim lovers, myself included, rejoice: The Bonobos Stretch Lightweight Jeans are here to stay, and they’re available in a wide range of sizes and in fits ranging from Tailored to Athletic. These handsome jeans are especially appealing in their Sky Blue Light Wash, a fine example of how lighter color and lighter weight — with plenty of casually cool style points — can go hand in hand.

Better still is the fact that your new favorite light wash jeans feature a blend of 90 percent organic cotton — here’s to sustainability — and plenty of comfortable stretch in the form of 10 percent Elastomultiester. That gives the Bonobos Stretch Lightweight Jeans both structure and shape, all the better for wearing them the rest of summer with everything from a stylish camp collar shirt to a classic pocket tee (both of which you can also find online at Bonobos, of course).

Paired up with refined leather loafers and trusty canvas sneakers, the Bonobos Stretch Lightweight Jeans are a perfect summer solution for the guy who loves his denim (guilty as charged). Cheers to making the most of the season, my friends.