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by Beau H.

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

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

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

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

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

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

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Thermal Tee is the Rugged Base Layer Your Next Winter #OOTD Needs Now

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You could certainly make the case that in 2026, it’s all about getting back to the best rugged menswear for guys — or rather, it’s about getting back to basics, layering up the right way and opting for classic men’s style, all in one fell swoop.

A tall order perhaps, yes? But the good folks at Buck Mason, the California purveyors of Americana-inspired menswear made modern, make it easier than ever — right on down to the basics, as well as exceptionally well-crafted statement pieces like one of the best denim shirts or the perfect winter coat for men.

But again, it’s the basics we’ll take aim at today, and for brisk winter adventures and laidback lounging, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Tee makes things easier than ever.

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At least, that holds true as far as rugged winter layering is concerned (try it beneath a durable chambray shirt or your favorite shawl cardigan from Buck Mason, for starters).

There’s certainly a dependable, no-nonsense and no-fuss appeal to the layering potential of the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Tee, which is rightfully called a “staple layering piece in waffle-knit cotton with a smooth back for comfort and ease,” the company sagely notes.

A word to the wise: It’s always worth a visit to the wonderfully curated world of Buck Mason retail shops, especially if you’ve never had the chance to visit one.

From a well-stocked bar cart to a standout selection of seasonal menswear and plenty of inspiration via fine ceramics, auto gear and gorgeous photo books aplenty, Buck Mason stores capture the laidback West Coast ease of the brand perfectly (I especially love the company’s NYC flagship in particular).

And that could also present the ideal opportunity to check out the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Tee, which features a soft but sturdy double rib knit French cotton fabrication and a curved hem — the sort of detail that also makes it plenty worthy of wearing solo alongside your favorite joggers.

If I had to guess though, I’d bet you’ll get plenty of wear out of the ever-versatile Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Tee as the brand intended it — paired with expertly cuffed blue jeans and a rugged waxed trucker jacket or soft-but-substantial flannel shirt jacket. When it comes to layering potential and plenty of quality in one package, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Tee is your new favorite winter base layer — and then some.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Denim Workshirt Is an Old-School Original

When I think about my favorite menswear brands, I think about companies that take great care to go the extra mile in delivering high-quality, durable, rugged and stylish gear — a high bar to clear, but truly, it’s a situation that when you know, you really know (as we so often talk about on this Brooklyn style blog).

Over the years — and especially if you’ve read this blog — I’ve found that the California style purveyors at Buck Mason deliver dependable quality, a stylish sense of purpose and a commitment to old-school-meets-modern design that’s nearly unmatched.

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And so it goes with the latest from the famed California menswear brand in one of the best denim shirts for men, a tried-and-true ode to the best denim workshirts that simply can’t be beat, at least not in this day and age. As you look to refresh your wardrobe in rugged fashion for 2026 and beyond, look to the rugged charms and reliable build of the Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt, a modern homage to an all-tie classic.

Right off the bat, it’s not hard to see that your new favorite denim shirt takes its cues from throwback style, with the sort of build that would certainly speak to an old-school style icon like Paul Newman or Robert Redford — never bad style icons to turn towards for inspiration, right? The Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt draws its good looks from 1950s denim workshirts, and then uses midweight Japanese cotton denim for toughness, a sturdy finish and layering potential aplenty.

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The Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt uses an 8oz. Japanese denim from Yagi Mills with a yarn-dyed finish, and then the iconic modern menswear brand goes to work by using thread, stitching, buttons and pocket shape detailing that are each “faithfully reproduced” according to the 1950s original.

It’s an exceptional level of detail that shines through in every stitch, whether you choose to pair the Buck Mason M077 Old Herc’ Denim Work Shirt with tobacco-hued chinos, olive chinos, burgundy corduroy pants or tan canvas work pants — this durable, rugged men’s denim shirt can stand up to pursuits in matters of men’s style or your daily grind with ease, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Felted Shawl Coat is the Latest and Greatest Men’s Jacket from the Famed Brand

If you’ve been keeping up with this Brooklyn style blog over the years, you know that it’s no small feat for a menswear brand to carve out its place in the pantheon of classic-yet-modern-menswear brands, and then stay there for years on end.

Call it heady praise: Some brands tend to come and go, but a company like Buck Mason, founded with a strong focus on heritage Americana style with a dash of debonair-meets-rugged appeal, is one of ’em — you can take that to the bank, my friends.

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You very well don’t need me to tell you that: The brand expertly crafts everything from buttery-soft T-shirts and henleys to expertly faded denim, richly crafted leather jackets and a line of historically inspired, thick-knit fisherman sweaters, peacoats and carefully curated accessories to match, plus one of my personal favorites in one of the best new flannel shirts for fall and winter. But again, we know all of this, yes?

Buck Mason outerwear manages to look like pieces your grandfather would have loved, yet with a sense that you can knock ’em out of the park in present day (especially with the chaotic holidays upon us — don’t worry about what to wear!). And the Buck Mason Felted Shawl Coat carries forward that same modern tradition: Rugged good looks, dashing style, winter-ready warmth and plenty of holiday layering potential.

A relatively new addition to the company’s roster (and a brother of sorts to the Felted Chore Jacket, which feels both like a blazer and, well, a chore jacket), the Buck Mason Felted Shawl Coat lands somewhere between a handsome shawl collar sweater and an overcoat, with what the brand calls heavyweight wool construction that plays off the build of World War II denim shawl jackets.

As I often say, they don’t make ’em like they used to — unless, of course, the jacket in question is the Buck Mason Felted Shawl Coat. Genuine Corozo buttons offer a sturdy finish, while the fit should prove fairly classic and ready for layering, rather than overly slim.

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Two large hip patch pockets and a high shawl collar provide warmth and sweater-like layering potential in a pinch (reach for your trusty parka or a stylish puffer jacket in extreme weather conditions, my friends). In matters of style, color options like crisp Charcoal and utterly classic Navy deliver wear-with-anything versatility, whether styled with deep olive chinos, black jeans or a pair of expertly designed Buck Mason Japanese denim.

When you want a sense of historic style, rugged construction and versatile good looks, you assuredly might find yourself reaching for the Buck Mason Felted Shawl Coat this season.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt – A Truly Timeless Holiday Style Staple

What’s the essence of the best holiday style for men? Is it an outfit that’s entirely festive and adorned with Christmas colors? Or is it something cozy and utterly classic, centered by pieces that are a bit timeless — pieces that your forefathers might have worn, no less? In my experience when it comes to how to dress for Christmas, I’d go with the second of those two options: Crisp, classic, elegant when needed and versatile in every sense of the word. Here’s where the Americana menswear masters at Buck Mason enter the equation, specifically with one of the best flannel shirts for men.

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With its warming fabric and often a classic array of rich holiday plaid fabrications, the best flannel shirts for men are a tried-and-true style move — the kind we talk about so often here on this Brooklyn style blog — that hits the sweet spot for months at a time in terms of the best cold-weather style.

And while Buck Mason has been making hearty, Americana-inspired flannel shirts for some time now, the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt represents a new entry into the brand’s shirting rotation — and perhaps your own, at that.

The Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt twists the classic flannel overshirt ever-so-slightly, using the throwback silhouette of the camp collar shirt, the kind your father or grandfather might have trusted time and time again. It’s a wise move by Buck Mason, as the camp collar shirt has an easygoing nature that lends a sense of debonair flair to a classy cold-weather look, like one centered around Buck Mason corduroy pants or more casually with a pair of cuffed, expertly faded Buck Mason Japanese denim.

For its part, Buck Mason stuck to three eye-catching, distinctive plaid combinations and a boxy, classic fit when designing this new spin on the flannel shirt. With its soft-brushed interior, the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt should feel incredibly soft on its own or layered in more easygoing, rugged fashion over a thermal henley.

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When it’s time to put your best foot forward, simply reach for this shirt and some crisply cut chinos and brown leather chukka boots, or else style the Buck Mason Cabinessence Flannel Shirt in tailored-yet-leisurely fashion with a soft-shouldered blazer, corduroy trousers and leather Chelsea boots. This stylish, retro-meets-modern flannel shirt is an instant twist on a classic, and your seasonal wardrobe is all the better for it.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Rugged Buck Mason Deck Jacket is a Modern Twist on a Workwear Staple

The demands of the fall style season — from brisk weather to breezy, rainy days and the chance to go far afield on a cabin getaway — call for gear that can pass muster, as you well know if you read this Brooklyn style blog.

Workwear, with its heritage roots and durable design, is an easy choice for the modern man, especially when designed the right way in the hands the Americana style purveyors at Buck Mason.

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The Los Angeles-based brand mines the past for quintessentially tough, sturdy style, and that includes a range of handsome outerwear, not to mention dependable menswear essentials like expertly crafted jeans, chambray shirts, thermal henleys and more. And that brings us to the Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket, a vintage-inspired spin that takes reliable design and performance to another level entirely.

The Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket gets its great looks from military style inspiration, of course, while its sturdy construction hails from tightly woven midweight, 14oz. cotton jungle cloth. The details are utterly classic and true to form, including the asymmetrical button placket and the durable corduroy collar for an ideal blend of form and function.

As Buck Mason tells it, your new favorite casual fall style selection is a “modern take on the USN Deck Jacket cut from the same sturdy cloth as original WW2 flight suits without the bulky lining.”

That sounds just about perfect for strong off-duty style, with the sort of design that repels wind and rain with ease. And it doesn’t hurt that the cuffs of the Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket are also lined with corduroy for timeless good looks and added warmth all the while.

The Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket is also fashioned in Japan, as great a place to go for truly traditional American-inspired style as any, with a cropped, classic fit that should prove an apt layer over thermal henleys, a Buck Mason fisherman sweater or a hard-working chambray shirt.

The Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket pairs up seamlessly with stretch canvas work pants for days in the field, but its rugged, dashing good looks should also style more than admirably with black jeans and tan leather boots for a round of dive bar beers. How does that sound when it comes to your new favorite fall jacket, ehh? The Buck Mason N-1 Deck Jacket, like we said earlier, can certainly pass muster. Happy fall style hunting, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket Is a Distinctive Spin on a Classic

There are certain distinctive finds in the menswear world that almost defy convention: They take one thing you think you might know, like one of the best Western shirts for men, and then blend it with another ultra-dependable staple, like one of the best shirt jackets on the market. And of course, the good folks at Americana menswear masters Buck Mason certainly know just how to blend the two, and that results in highly wearable, stylish, classic-yet-modern selections like the brand-new Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket.

Remarkably, the Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket manages to be both things at once, yet stands alone as a reliable fall and winter layer, complete with quilted down filling to round out 190 GSM cotton-nylon blend exterior.

And that’s where things get even more interesting: This stylish shirt jacket also nails the details of traditional Western shirts, including five-point chest flap pockets and Western-style yoke detailing. And those snaps on the Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket? They’re made of pearl for extra authenticity, just like the old days.

The square quilting should deliver maximum comfort and warmth when layered over everything from a thermal henley to a durable chambray shirt, and you could even go so far as to layer the Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket over another faded Western shirt if you really wanted to lean into classic Western, Americana vibes.

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The Uniform Khaki color also gives it another level of versatility — that shade should wear well with everything from faded blue jeans to olive chinos and even shades of rust and tobacco. It’s prime time to layer up in distinctive fashion, and this hybrid shirt jacket manages to be two things at once — all the while doing both remarkably well, my friends. If you end up scoring the Buck Mason Thundercloud Quilted Western Jacket, let me know in the comments, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is Made for Every Fall Adventure

Fall and winter’s worst weather, and toughest excursions far afield, call for the most durable — and dare I say stylish — outerwear on the market. Only a trusted few brands in my book can clear that high bar when it comes to fall menswear essentials, and the good folks at Buck Mason certainly meet the mantle rather handsomely.

One of the best fall and winter blazers is already yours for the taking via the modern Americana heritage brand, and the company is also offering up one of the best men’s cardigans for retro layering. So, it certainly makes perfect sense that the company knows a thing or two about classic, durable styles fashioned in the proper way for today’s modern gentleman (that’s you! And me!).

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So the Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket seems to carry on that lineage in just the right way, with all the specs you need for fighting wind and rain — on your commute, on a weekend getaway and every time in between that calls for casually rugged style. The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is overbuilt in the best way possible, paying homage to iconic bomber jackets first worn by pilots decades ago.

The company uses a yarn-dyed cotton-poly weather cloth for a supple handfeel and lightweight fabrication, but it’s then finished off with a Durable Water Repellent treatment (not unlike other variations of your favorite waxed jackets).

The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is also fully lined for an easy wearing experience — style this hard-working bomber jacket atop a cream fisherman sweater or else a light khaki henley or even a clean, classic pocket tee.

The versatility of the Air Force Navy shade of the Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is nearly unmatched, while ribbing at the wrists, collar and bottom hem adds a dash of warmth and a secure fit.

Speaking of fit: This modern bomber jacket features a classic fit that’s not overly baggy, so you can layer with ease.

Angled hip pockets provide space for your everyday carry, while the handsome Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is finished with small details like a leather pull tab on its contrasting silver zipper.

For grab-and-go performance that’s as useful on a day hike as it is on a distillery tour, the casually rugged, effortlessly cool Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is a modern classic with the versatile, fashionable looks to match — whether worn with tan chinos and a thermal henley or an Oxford shirt and classic dark blue jeans. Make this new style staple a personal favorite this season.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket – One of the Best Blazers for Fall and Winter

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We talk often on this Brooklyn style blog about the right tools at hand when it comes to seasonal dressing — the proper selections to buy and wear in just about any scenario, whether dressed up or dressed down, mixed in with tailoring or with more casual looks.

The best navy blazers for men seem to fit the bill in terms of a ‘Swiss Army Knife’ sort of versatility, at least in my experience, and when you’re able to find a stylish blazer for men in a seasonal fabric, I’d say you should jump at the chance to bolster your rotation of men’s style essentials for fall, and my good friends at Buck Mason have you covered.

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That certainly holds true for the Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket, an autumnal update to the brand’s famed Carry-On line of suiting (which you might recall from other Buck Mason reviews on this blog). Ahead of cool fall days and nights, a hearty blazer in a luxe fabric could be just what the doctor order: And my friends, the doctor is indeed in town as you layer up with the Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket.

Inspired by utterly classic navy blazers worn on Ivy League campuses (part of a style movement lovingly called by Buck Mason “Ivy Prep”), this handsome blazer is unstructured and yet boasts strong natural shoulders and 3-roll-2 construction (that means the Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket actually features three buttons, but the lapels roll to make it look like a two-button jacket — it’s a rakish touch that adds some attitude to traditional tailoring, at least in my experience).

The elegant Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket features casual patch pockets and a single center-back vent, making it more casual than a traditional two-button suit jacket (or even a navy blazer that features back double vents). But it’s the fabric that really makes the refined yet accessible Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket one of the best men’s blazers for fall and winter.

Boasting a classic fit that should still prove nicely tailored, the deep navy of this stylish men’s blazer makes it adept for pairing with a dash of everything in your rotation, from olive chinos and a white Oxford shirt to tobacco corduroy trousers and a light blue chambray shirt.

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Take it for a spin in high-low fashion by wearing this navy blazer atop a grey thermal henley alongside dark blue jeans (you can find both at Buck Mason). With classically cool style, Ivy Prep roots and durable construction in a sturdy blend of 95 percent wool and 5 percent cashmere, the Buck Mason Woolen Cashmere Carry-On Jacket is the height of accessible luxury for your rotation of men’s blazers this season.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Layer Up with Buck Mason’s Newest Cardigan Ahead of Fall

As the seasons start to shift and change ever so slightly, what’s on your mind when it comes to menswear essentials and especially layering? It might seem too early in the game to pick up the conversation when it comes to the best cardigans for men in particular, but as we always say here on this Brooklyn style blog, preparation tends to make perfect when it comes to the best selections for the season at hand.

And just in time for fall, your wardrobe very well might be joined by the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Cardigan — a textured, handsome knit with a rugged edge and a fabric weight that the famed Americana brand says is perfect for year-round wear.

The latest addition to the brand’s covetable, accessible lineup, the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Cardigan has an old-school, almost professorial air about it — the kind of cardigan you can wear on a cool fall morning or a brisk late summer evening, the kind you can even wear at the office atop an Oxford shirt and a crisp knit tie.

And on that note, the crisply designed Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Cardigan even looks like something your grandfather might have worn in his study on a Sunday afternoon (that goes for my grandfather, at least!) — the classics tend to come back around in the world of menswear for a reason, stylish men’s cardigans included.

This tasteful, stylish cardigan boasts a yarn-dyed gauge knit cotton fabrication with fisherman-style vertical ribbing, plus a double-layer front placket for added durability as you button and unbutton this stylish cardigan according to the weather at hand.

The Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Cardigan comes in a rich black that almost looks brown at certain points — never a bad addition to your wardrobe, particularly when worn with everything from olive or tobacco chinos to expertly faded blue jeans.

And whether styled atop a classic cotton tee on a summer’s night or over a rugged chambray shirt as temperatures start to drop, I’ve got no doubt the classic Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Cardigan will prove a fine wardrobe addition as fall rolls into town — it’s one of the best cardigans for men after all, right?