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by Beau H.

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

Best fall and winter blazers for men.

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?

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tees – A Modern Spin on an All-Time Classic

Buck Mason T-shirt review.

Here at this Brooklyn style blog, we place a priority on the classics — classics that hold steadfast and true, with longevity, durability and rugged good looks in mind. The timeless white T-shirt is a perfect example of a staple that’s often imitated, never duplicated — at least, in the hands of Buck Mason, the best T-shirts for men face some stiff competition.

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So it goes with the latest USA-made men’s T-shirt from Buck Mason, the California purveyors of many a timeless style staple made modern. The Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee harkens back to the good old days, when T-shirts were first worn to great (functional) effect by the U.S. military and later, by icons of fashion like Steve McQueen, Marlon Brando and James Dean (you know the drill, right?).

Now available in a durable two-pack in crisp colors made to pair with anything (white and black, to be specific), the Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee gets every detail right, starting with the use of USA-grown cotton.

And in the year 2025, your new favorite T-shirt follows many of those same style Q’s, looking great in the process. More dressed down than Buck Mason’s breezy linen polo, this casually rugged tee fits right in alongside traditional favorites like a pair of Buck Mason blue jeans, plus leisurely staples like stretch chino shorts and even drawstring lounge shorts.

The point is, one of the best T-shirts for men (yes, like the handsome Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee) isn’t something you have to think too hard about wearing — merely throw it on, marvel at its perfect fit and standout construction, and go about your day.

Buck Mason knit the new Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee — again, available in a handy two-pack option for maximum utility — at Buck Mason Knitting Mills in Mohnton, Pennsylvania, while the tees were then knit and finished in the brand’s hometown of Los Angeles (a stellar spot for plenty of the best USA-made menswear at the moment).

By eliminating side seams on this tubular T-shirt, the brand came up with an expertly fitted tee that drapes cleanly and looks simply great no matter what. Midweight Supima cotton and high-quality construction make the difference — a T-shirt is no longer just a T-shirt when it comes to the hard-working, utterly classic Buck Mason Toughknit Tubular Tee. The best is yours for the taking, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo is a Refined Summer Classic for the Season’s Heat

Best polo for men this summer.

There comes a time every summer — particularly right now, as the thermostat climbs without end in sight — where a guy needs to find the right balance between staying ultra-cool and looking, well, ultra-cool. How to dress stylishly in the heat is a main concern in my neck of the woods, especially if everything from rooftop happy hours to coastal getaways remains on your calendar in the weeks ahead.

One of the best men’s polos can help nail the delicate balance between comfort, style and crisp looks — make it a breezy, fashionable polo from the classic menswear purveyors at Buck Mason, and you’ve got yourself a winning upgrade as far as the best summer style essentials are concerned.

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In fact, I’d go so far as to say the Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo takes an already-versatile silhouette and makes it even more wearable for the days and weeks ahead. It’s part of the new Buck Mason Free Flows Collection, an assortment of the best lightweight menswear that blends effortless cool, dependable good looks and breezy, textured fabric across the board.

And while the brand also excels at rugged menswear like one of the best Western shirts, the Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo is a touch more refined and plenty easy to style with linen trousers, soft-shouldered summer suiting and the brand’s utterly classic chinos.

There’s an air of retro cool to the Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo, which is billed by the iconic modern American brand as a “fully fashioned slim fit polo made from an airy blend of textured Italian cotton and linen,” (the blend is 70 percent seeded cotton and 30 percent linen, for the record). It forgoes a traditional button placket in favor of an on-trend yet timeless open V-collar, while the handsome Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo features a chest pocket for some added visual appeal, plus ribbed cuffs at the sleeves and bottom hem — not unlike one of the best sweater polos on the market.

The colorway of the Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo is crisp and classic, with a Natural shade that pairs well with everything in your wardrobe, from rolled light wash denim to olive chinos, tobacco-hued linen trousers, even grey or navy utility shorts.

The even better news? You can score all of these casually cool menswear essentials from Buck Mason alongside the elegant, rakish Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo. Your summer deserves a lightweight upgrade, and the accessible, retro-inspired Buck Mason Free Flows Linen Polo is the right way to go this season.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Western Shirt Redefines a Rugged Classic for Modern Times

At times, I feel as if my wardrobe of menswear essentials is all sorted out, in perfect order and up for just about anything. And at other times, there’s a little something to be said for going out on a limb and picking up a refreshed take on a menswear classic — a little something extra, so to speak, like a fresh, durable Western shirt that updates the timeless style.

And since the best Western shirts for men seem to be all the rage right now, the time might be just right to pick up a new spin on an old favorite from the good folks at Buck Mason.

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Somewhere between the heavier, fall-ready appeal of the chambray shirt and the polished style of the classic Oxford shirt lies the lightweight fabric and supremely cool designed of the Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt, potentially your new favorite summer shirt — seriously. You see, this retooled take on the Western shirt gets all the basics right, and then some, and it does so using a springweight blend of cotton and wool, as Buck Mason notes.

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Don’t let the use of wool fool you, though: It gives the shirt helpful shape, weight and structure without overdoing it: The Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt seems to be the type of rugged Western shirt that’s neither too lightweight nor too burly: It’s just right, and just what the doctor ordered when it comes to the best shirts for men.

Timeless details like pearl snaps, a chest and back yoke and pointed flap pockets drive home the point that this a classic shirt with modern heritage, as fitting a combination as any to switch things up from a polo shirt or an Oxford shirt this summer. Better still is the fact that the Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt comes in a range of handsome, distinct Ombre plaid colorways — another twist on an old standby from a brand that has deep respect for Americana heritage.

The Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt is the sort of shirt that acts as a reliable change of pace when you need it the most: Consider swapping in this stylish Western shirt in place of an Oxford shirt atop rust-hued chinos, and perhaps consider pairing the Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt with black jeans or even olive five-pocket pants.

At $168, the Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt is an investment in the world of shirting, one with quality sewn into every stitch, though. What else might you expect from Buck Mason, though? Try the Buck Mason Palomino Western Shirt and add some Western flair to your traditional summer stylings, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Buck Mason Pocket Tee is an Elevated Take on a True Classic

Buck Mason T-shirt review.

In my experience, it’s a special thing to be able to lean on a certain men’s style essential whenever you need it, whenever the occasion calls for it. In my book, especially in the heat of summer, a well-designed, well-made T-shirt is a must for laidback lounging, for Brooklyn brewery outings and backyard grilling, even for layering underneath a soft-shouldered blazer.

So when you (and I) find a stylish T-shirt that rises above the ordinary — heady words, but it’s true — it’s worth going all-in and upgrading your basics drawer. Of course, if you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog over the years, you know that Buck Mason are experts when it comes to making some of the best T-shirts for men. That certainly holds true across its entire lineup, from curved hem pima cotton tees to thick Field-Spec cotton T-shirts, plus stylish men’s henleys aplenty.

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And you might have also stumbled across the Buck Mason New Arrivals section, always a prime place to jumpstart your style imagination and inspiration. Yes, at Buck Mason, even the classics like a humble pocket T-shirt get an elevated, refreshed upgrade: Take the Buck Mason Vintage Jacquard Pocket T-shirt, which reimagines the trusty T-shirt as something eye-catching and made to be worn all on its own (or perhaps beneath a lightweight blazer, yes?).

The Buck Mason Vintage Jacquard Pocket T-shirt gets the details right in every way possible, using a substantial yet still lightweight midweight cotton that they’ve then rounded out with contrast jacquard stripe stitching.

It’s a handsome treatment that gives this T-shirt an air of refinement, believe it or not, and the Buck Mason Vintage Jacquard Pocket T-shirt is one you should feel as comfortable wearing with the Buck Mason Carry-On Suit as with Buck Mason Deck Shorts, for instance.

In the brand’s classic range of earthy colors and tailored, stylish fits, it’s a winner for when you want the casual nature of a T-shirt, blended with the elevated look of a subtle pattern. How can it get any better than that as far as the best men’s summer style is concerned, my friends? For your next T-shirt, make it the reliable and brand-new Buck Mason Vintage Jacquard Pocket T-shirt.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Deck Shorts – The Most Versatile Men’s Shorts for Summer

Buck Mason Deck Shorts review.

You never quite know what spring and the start of summer will throw your way, do you? From coastal excursions to riverside camping trips, day hikes, even jaunts across town to check out that new brewery or distillery… it all requires the best gear for men, a delicate balance between versatility, style and comfort.

A delicate balance, of course, that brands like Buck Mason tend to walk in fine fashion as far as the best menswear essentials for guys are concerned. That holds true all the live long day — or rather, all year round — with Buck Mason’s expertly curated and crafted lineup of Americana essentials, from perfect Oxford shirting to rugged chambray workshirts, soft-shouldered blazers, perfectly faded denim and sun-faded tees.

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It’s lofty praise, but it seems no matter what you’re in the market for these days — even leather loafers, as Buck Mason just released with classic footwear masters G.H. Bass — the brand can deliver.

And when it comes to more adventurous pursuits — say, the type of pursuit that might see you go from the trail to the stream and back into town — Buck Mason also has you covered. That’s why we’re here today, after all: To talk about some of the best shorts for men, a list that now includes the Buck Mason Deck Shorts.

Best summer shorts for men.

Cut with the classic look of a chino short (and this time featuring a flattering and modern 6-inch inseam), the Buck Mason Deck Shorts are billed by the company as “hybrid, do-it-all shorts” that fit the bill for adventures aplenty. The four-way cotton-poly stretch fabric blend is crucial for lightweight comfort and quick-drying capability, and it’s a good thing, since the Buck Mason Deck Shorts are finished with a DWR coating.

Meanwhile, an elastic drawcord waist stretches and moves with you from trail to stream, while the zip fly and button waist closure are exactly what you’d find on a pair of the best chino shorts for men. The fabric of the exceptional Buck Mason Deck Shorts — at least in my experience –happens to be garment-washed for a super-soft finish.

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In matters of style points, the 6-inch inseam hits nicely above the knee on my 6’2″ frame, while the range of earthen colors falls right in line with Buck Mason’s fresh, modern color scheme (a mood board for all seasons, in my estimation). If I were you, I’d style them freely with everything from a knit polo to a pocket tee or a rugged short-sleeve henley.

And at $98, your new favorite summer shorts are fairly priced and an agreeable purchase if you’d like to snag more than one pair. With these handsome, modern shorts, you’re getting the total package — from sunrise to sunset and beyond.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt Takes on a Timeless Military Style for Spring

Buck Mason men's chambray shirt review.

Certain menswear essentials are so classic, so utterly timeless, that they tend to look great no matter the era or even the season. While fits and fabrics sometimes change, the best men’s chambray shirts certainly qualify as a time-honored men’s style staple — all the better if they’re made by a modern brand that has a healthy respect for the classics. In the case of today’s style selection that brand, of course, is Buck Mason, a perennial favorite of this Brooklyn style blog and a company that certainly delivers a true twist on an old favorite when it comes to the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt.

This particular shirt is a recent introduction to the brand’s lineup of the best shirts for men, which put a fresh twist on old-school staples like the Oxford shirt, the cotton twill workshirt and even the flannel shirt (in the colder months, of course). The Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt takes its cues from the sturdy cotton poplin build of the throwback US Navy N-3 button-up, which was worn as a tough workshirt in warm weather.

It’s quite the place to draw inspiration from, and the lightweight durability of the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt should speak for itself. It should ultimate prove softer and less densely woven than one of the best chambray shirts, with slightly different texture and character — and yet, that doesn’t make the highly durable cotton-poplin construction of the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt any less useful in your own style rotation this season.

Best workshirts for men this season.

In fact, the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt can be worn as a lightweight overshirt of sorts atop a crisp pocket tee or a short-sleeve henley, or else buttoned up and used to dress down a soft-shouldered navy or khaki cotton blazer. The indigo dye of the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt will shift over time and patina in its own way, while side seam gussets give you more room to move when wearing this as a workshirt.

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Consider the hard-wearing yet not overly bulky Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt a reliable style move with tan chinos and leather chukka boots, or else wear it properly as a streamlined workshirt with canvas work pants on cool spring mornings and summer nights — the Buck Mason Engine Room Shirt strikes the right blend between throwback durability and modern style in every way possible. Would you expect anything else from the Americana style purveyors at Buck Mason?

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Cotton Crew is the Perfect Transitional Sweater for Spring

Best spring sweaters for men.

There’s a difficult line to walk, at times, as far as transitional spring style is concerned — brisk breezes and blustery weather await, but it’s not quite cold enough for a heavyweight, burly parka. Layering is still of the essence as you consider the best men’s style essentials — but again, you can’t go too heavy or too lightweight, and that concerns everything from your T-shirt to your outerwear of choice.

What’s a well-dressed fella to do? Easy: Look to a tried-and-true, classic-meets-modern brand like Buck Mason, which will reliably sort out your next spring #OOTD, particularly when it comes to a mid-layer like a classic cotton sweater.

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The right cotton sweater is almost like a secret weapon in more seasons — and in more ways — than one. It’s not as stuffy as wool, it’s easy to layer atop both buttondown shirting and knitwear, and it gives off a sense of rugged, reliable cool. How can one sweater manage to do all of that at once? Easy: It’s the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Crew, my friends. The key is the textured ribbed jersey cotton fabric — neither woven too tightly nor too loosely.

It also forgoes traditional, thick cable-knit detailing, and the cotton itself has been yarn-dyed — each of these details makes the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Crew the perfect mid-weight sweater, technical jargon aside. In fact, Buck Mason goes so far as to say the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Crew is “ideal for year-round wear,” which is never a bad thing to have in your wardrobe.

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In matters of style as well as layering performance, that’s perhaps also the reason why this handsome sweater comes in a range of effortlessly cool colors, from Tundra to Navy, Black, Faded Indigo and Golden Olive.

Each cover the spectrum from darker, slightly more formal colors to pleasingly earthy shades ideal for wearing with expertly faded denim. The Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Crew leans more rugged — look to layer it underneath a waxed trucker jacket or a field coat — and it can add a sense of dashing, old-world style to seasonal chinos and leather chukka boots.

It should also prove roomy enough to layer over an Oxford or chambray shirt, along with Buck Mason T-shirts and henleys aplenty. With rugged good looks, a picture-perfect crewneck design and the ideal fabric weight, your new favorite spring sweater just might be the Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Rib Crew — a host of new seasonal looks awaits!

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Lee x Buck Mason Trucker Jacket Pays Homage to a Menswear Icon

When two legendary purveyors of Americana classics — one from decades past, one from the present day — team up, the results are worth keeping an eye on, and that certainly holds true when it comes to the new Buck Mason x Lee Jeans collection.

As to Buck Mason, the Los Angeles-based company delivers a wide range of gear that’s frequently refreshed — and always interesting, appealing and stylish, from Japanese-made denim to a modern take on the classic flight jacket.

It also goes without saying (nearly) that Buck Mason men’s T-shirts and henleys boast impeccable fits, a range of fabric options — from thick thermal waffle weaves to soft pima cotton — and excellent quality. In my book, the Buck Mason x Lee Jeans collection is as natural a fashion pairing as I’ve come across in several years.

And as to Lee Jeans, the company is among a host of American icons — like Levi’s and Wrangler — that have hung its hat on the stylish, utterly iconic cotton blue jean (in fact, Lee issued the first pair of blue jeans made with zipper way back in 1927).

With the Buck Mason x Lee Jeans collection, a range of iconic styles get the Buck Mason treatment, including the refreshed Lee x Buck Mason Herringbone Twill 101J Trucker Jacket. The 101J trucker jacket is the Lee version of the road-ready trucker jacket, boasting an updated vision via the good denim stewards at Buck Mason. Details like a zig-zag stitch placket set this trucker jacket apart, as does the iconic Lee trucker jacket design, but Buck Mason’s use of a sturdy yet soft tan herringbone twill takes the piece from merely good to simply great.

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The Lee x Buck Mason Herringbone Twill 101J Trucker Jacket also features front contrast stitching and two flap patch pockets, just like classic trucker jackets, while the fit hits above the hip — again, just like trucker jackets made decades ago. It helps that the Lee x Buck Mason Herringbone Twill 101J Trucker Jacket features a suitably dusty color, the kind that pairs well with expertly faded Buck Mason blue jeans and a crisp white T-shirt (to put forth but one style suggestion, of course).

Keep in mind that the recently launched Buck Mason x Lee Jeans collection also features selvedge denim jackets, a handsome suede zip jacket and a fresh graphic tee, for good measure. But in my experience, it’s hard to pass up the rugged versatility of something like the Lee x Buck Mason Herringbone Twill 101J Trucker Jacket — it’s an investment at nearly $350, but one that’s packed with both retro history and modern style.