March 22, 2022March 7, 2022 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get the Best USA-Made T-Shirt for Under $40 at Buck Mason

It’s never a bad thing to hone in on a brand you love, and then ensure you shop that brand as often as humanly possible — especially when one of said brand’s specialties is selling one of the best USA-made T-shirts for under $40. The brand in question in today’s Tuesday Steal is hopefully one you already know, especially if you’ve read the blog over the years: That’d be Buck Mason, makers of everything from one of the best thermal henleys to a spring-ready trucker jacket. They’re a standout source for some of the best T-shirts for men, too — a reminder is always helpful if you’re just reacquainting yourself with warm-weather menswear after a frigid winter. And right now, your best bet is worth a closer look. $40 might sound like a high barrier to entry as far as shopping for T-shirts is concerned, but when it comes to the Buck Mason Venice Wash Curved Hem Tee, it’s more than a fair price considering the soft fabric, premium construction and an astonishing range of colors and sizes.

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It’s worth picking up more than one — trust me.

Now, don’t get me wrong: You could pick up a multi-pack of T-shirts for work or play from your nearest retailer, but once you’ve tried the soft comfort and undeniable quality of the Buck Mason Venice Wash Curved Hem Tee, you might not ever go back. Between the reinforced collar, the tailored-but-not-too-tight fit and the curved hem — ideal as a visual trick for the bigger guys out there — the Buck Mason Venice Wash Curved Hem Tee goes above and beyond what you’d expect from a typical T-shirt. The soft wash and cotton jersey fabric are standouts, too. The sub-$40 price tag is actually a downright steal when you consider what you’re getting with each purchase of the Buck Mason Venice Wash Curved Hem Tee, and the color options are enough to please every palette. It sounds to me like you’ve just found your new favorite T-shirt.

March 18, 2022March 17, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: The Best Harrington Jackets, A New Buck Mason Shirt and Spring Activewear

My friends, join me in another edition of the Friday Read as we step into spring in rugged fashion — not unlike that Filson jacket shown above, and not unlike the well-curated New Arrivals section at Filson. From waxed outerwear to lightweight shirts and hard-wearing henleys and T-shirts, I’m sure you’ll find the best new menswear that you need for the season ahead, all thanks to the venerable Pacific Northwest gear outfitter. I’ve definitely got my eye on some new style moves for spring, as crucial a time as any to make sure you’re ready for, well, anything from — from breezy spring days to sports bar beer sipping as you watch March Madness this weekend.

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My agenda this weekend mixes both work and play, as I’ll be writing more menswear and gear stories for SPY.com (be sure to check out my byline!), not to mention taking in some long-awaited college basketball action featuring my alma mater, Michigan State! It really doesn’t get any better than that — be sure to follow me on Instagram to keep track of all the fun (and all of my writing work, too!). In the meantime, get into the spirit of the weekend (it’s still St. Patrick’s Day weekend technically, right?) with my picks for the best style reads and sales of the week.

Here’s a great way to start your weekend — by picking up a rugged new Western shirt from Buck Mason, of course. The ideal Western shirt — like the one shown above — is light enough to be worn on its own, yet durable enough to style with one of your favorite T-shirts, and it looks great with black jeans, tan chinos or even olive joggers. Get yours from Buck Mason now.

Alright, here’s a standout sale for all your budget-conscious shoppers (guilty as charged). The good folks at elevated performance menswear brand AETHER Apparel are running an End of Season Sale now through March 28th. Click through to get up to 60 percent off men’s gear, jackets, shirting, footwear and more — you won’t regret the savings or the style points.

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Moving on from rugged menswear, spring is a time to get back out into the world with comfort and style in mind. That’s why it was so neat to write all about the best activewear joggers and jackets over at Maxim — these picks are anything but sloppy, my friends. Upgrade your wardrobe ASAP.

I’ll leave you with one last cherished, helpful style read before heading into the weekend. The Harrington jacket has an illustrious history and plenty of utility and heritage to go along with it. It’s one of my favorite styles of jackets, and that’s why it was so cool to write about the history of Harrington jackets over at Fatherly. Layer up in style, my friends! Cheers!

March 17, 2022March 6, 2022 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is a New Spring Style Essential

Stocking your wardrobe for spring is all about finding the right ingredients, so to speak: Useful pieces that come in handy in situations both casually rugged and slightly more polished. That’s why the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is so handy and even downright essential as you consider the proper ingredients that go into making one of the best men’s shirts for spring. Plenty of Buck Mason reviews will tell you that the all-American brand doesn’t cut any corners in matters of style and functionality. That’s the case whether the brand is delivering one of the warmest thermal henleys for the colder months or, in the case of the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, crafting a go-anywhere piece you can wear on its own or as a shirt jacket. Call it the tip of the iceberg, so to speak, because again, Buck Mason doesn’t cut any corners.

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A denim shirt, much like the workwear roots of the cotton chambray shirt, is well-suited for moving from the depths of winter into spring as you stow away your trusty flannel shirt and search for something a bit more lightweight – and perhaps easier to layer over one of your favorite T-shirts. The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt knocks things out of the park when it comes to its design, using a not-too-bulky, not-too-light 6.75 oz. indigo yarn-dyed cotton twill.

In addition to the layering-friendly fabric build, the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt gets plenty of other crucial details right, too. Note the classic pearl snap buttons, a hallmark of any great Western shirt, plus the three-button snap cuffs so you can customize the fit of the sleeves – either rolled or worn fully buttoned. The Western details are on point with the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, to say the least — right on down to the gold contrast stitching and Western-style snap chest pockets. The back yoke adds another layer of durability, not to mention on-trend Western detailing, too. And of course, the garment-washed denim fabric on the Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt gives it an extremely comfortable, lived-in feel right out of the box.

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It’s easily wearable atop a breezy cotton Buck Mason henley, and that entire combination works well when worn with all manner of spring style essentials, be it lightweight stretch chinos or edgy Buck Mason black denim for a fresh take on double denim. The Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt is a change of pace from the ordinary, especially from more polished spring shirts like a soft-washed Oxford shirt. Given the fact that Buck Mason has come through with a highly durable, classic design, it’s a worthwhile addition to your seasonal wardrobe.

March 11, 2022March 9, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Darn Tough Socks, A New Buck Mason Promo & the Best Chambray Shirt for Spring

It’s a bit of a different Friday than usual here at The Style Guide — for one, I’m not in Brooklyn, prepping for a weekend rock show or brewery visit, but I’m en route as we speak to the lovely, wooded north of Vermont, where I’m spending the weekend visiting Darn Tough Socks. Yes, that’s right: I’ll be getting an inside look — factory tour and all — at some of the best USA-made socks on the market (if not the best). I’ve worn Darn Tough socks myself for years, and I’d encourage you to check the brand out if you need new socks to wear with your favorite boots, for instance. In the meantime, be sure to follow along with all of the sock-making, Vermont beer-sipping fun on my Instagram.

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I’ve stayed plenty busy this week in the days leading up to my trip, be it writing about the best work jackets at SPY.com or covering a seriously cool new Bushmills x Peaky Blinders partnership at Maxim. Of course, there are also a few more blog posts coming your way at this site in the days ahead, but for now, I’ll get your weekend going with a few choice shopping picks from some of my favorite brands. Cheers, folks!

Here’s a deal you’d do well not to miss if you want to upgrade your weekend sweatpants for spring. Over at Buck Mason, you’ll find an exceedingly rare Buck Mason promo running this weekend only: Get 20 percent off a men’s sweat set when buying a hoodie and sweatpant combination. The brand takes great care to make some of the best sweatpants for men, and now is a truly solid time to save some hard-earned cash while upgrading your laidback loungewear game.

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Denim lovers, this one’s for you. Now through March 12th — that’s tomorrow, my friends — head online to L.A.-based denim brand DSTLD, makers of the best men’s jeans and more (as you’ve hopefully read on the blog, of course). While there, use the code WOW50 to take 50 percent off everything from the best chambray shirting to essential denim and more. It’s not going to be around the entire weekend, so do yourself a favor and start shopping ASAP.

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I mentioned that you should know DSTLD if you read the blog, right? Well, here’s as good a way as any to get properly acquainted — just yesterday, I covered one of the best chambray shirts to buy now and wear all spring, especially with a pair of well-made DSTLD men’s jeans. Oh, and that discount? You should make good use of it starting in 3…2…1.

Before we head into the weekend, and before I bundle up to enjoy Vermont, here’s one more helpful style suggestion for you. The place to go this season, starting right now, to upgrade your spring jacket rotation? That’s Huckberry, makers of some of the best waxed jackets and a whole lot more. In that vein, I wrote about the best waxed jackets at Huckberry earlier this week — get ready to add to your wish list ASAP. Cheers and thanks for reading!

March 4, 2022March 3, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New Buck Mason Spring Gear, Sustainable Shirting & The Best GMT Watches

As we launch into Friday, I’ve got my sights set on rugged new spring gear — even if the temperature in NYC leaves a little something to be desired. I’m specifically loving the standout new Buck Mason Western Denim Shirt, made from handsome yarn-dyed indigo cotton in a slim fit, and made to break in over time the more you wear it this season. If you’ve read the blog, you know I love Buck Mason menswear, especially its go-anywhere versatility heading into a very early spring weekend — a new season marks a time for new wardrobe upgrades, wouldn’t you agree? And you can’t go wrong at all with Buck Mason.

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As luck would have it, I’ll be wearing some of my favorite Buck Mason essentials this weekend, seeing as I’m back in Brooklyn from a Florida trip (as you saw on my Instagram) and I need to layer up accordingly. In fact, I’m heading out this evening to indulge one of my other passions — music, of course (perhaps you saw my latest story for SPIN?). I’m seeing the legendary, long-running indie rock band Guided By Voices at NYC’s iconic Irving Plaza — a show that’s been pushed back twice for me since last September! I’m going to outfit myself accordingly, and for your own weekend pursuits, I suggest you do the same — here are a few of my top selections to keep your Friday rolling.

I talked in my last Friday Read about needing to shop the new Billy Reid Spring Menswear Collection, and I’m back in full force recommending you check out the famed Alabama designer’s wares. The offering includes breezy cotton tees, a rugged trucker jacket, lightweight sweaters, durable jackets and overall, well, some of the best new spring menswear to amp up your wardrobe. Go to it, folks.

How’s this for making an impact beyond menswear? Known as the “Gangsta Gardener,” Los Angeles legend Ron Finley debuted the Ron Finley Project to bring vibrant nature and healthy, locally grown food to the people of South Central Los Angeles back in 2010. Now, he’s partnering up with San Fran’s Taylor Stitch on the Taylor Stitch x Ron Finley Capsule Collection, updating some of the brand’s most iconic and rugged staples with his own vibrant, nature-filled spin — the collection is up for pre-order right now, folks.

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Functional style is the name of the game with a GMT watch — known as Greenwich Mean Time. These watches, seemingly complicated on the surface, offer both bang for your buck and go-anywhere dependability, and they can do an awful lot to upgrade your watch collection. On that note, I wrote for SPY.com on the best GMT watches, so consider adding one to your collection ASAP.

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Here’s one final style move to get your weekend started off the right way. Just yesterday, I wrote about one of the most sustainable shirts on the market from Outerknown — it’s your new go-to spring layer, so read all about it here on the blog. Have a great weekend and as ever, thanks for reading!

February 14, 2022January 31, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Thermal Henley is a Classic Winter Menswear Move

There are just some days — OK, plenty of winter days — when you need a base layer that’s warm as heck and made to last, like one of the best men’s henleys. And there are a rare few brands that can actually make one of the best henleys for men at both an agreeable price and with quality design top of mind: Enter the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley, an unstoppably cool and rugged henley for men with all the proper design and standout style you need. It’s part of the incredibly well-stocked Buck Mason New Arrivals section, which is certainly worth your time and hard-earned cash. Perhaps you’ve already read your fair share of my Buck Mason reviews, featuring picks like one of the best winter sweaters for men or a classic shawl cardigan, and this vintage-style henley is but the latest and greatest in that lineage.

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The great thing about the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is the care with which the brand has designed it, with a nod to old-school athletic henleys and thickly knit henley undershirts of days gone by. This is a rough-and-tumble menswear essential made modern, and your wardrobe is better for having the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley in it these days.

There’s lots to love about the rugged, throwback-inspired Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley, including the seamless blend of style and warmth (note versatile color options like the Natural Venice Wash or the olive-hued Turf Venice Wash). It’s built from a mid-weight cotton waffle knit for maximum insulation, and ribbed cuffs ensure a secure, solid fit. The Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is made to be layered beneath one of the brand’s famed men’s cardigans or a rugged denim shirt, especially for cozy winter weekends at home. It’ll look particularly great with a pair of the best men’s classic jeans and durable leather boots come slightly warmer spring temperatures, too.

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Any way you choose to wear the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley (including casually with tapered joggers for a winter getaway weekend), it’s going to look great and hold up over time. It’s also priced reasonably given the versatility and styling potential you’re getting — at $70, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is a downright steal. You could pick one up in multiple colors for maximum winter warmth and comfort each and every day of the week. While winter continues to stick around, make sure your layers are on point for the right price with Buck Mason — the brand won’t let you down.

January 29, 2022January 11, 2022 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Donegal Cable Crew – Most Rugged Sweater for Winter

There’s never a bad time to bolster your winter menswear rotation with one of the best winter sweaters, and if you can embrace a piece that’s both classic and yet decidedly on trend at the same time, then I say that’s all the better. Enter the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew, a burly and hard-wearing sweater to rival any one of the best men’s sweaters you might already have in your closet. Fisherman sweaters have never really gone out of fashion, serving as a classic reminder of when such sweaters were worn on the high seas and knitted primarily in the Aran Islands.

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These days, brands like Buck Mason — already purveyors of one of the best men’s winter parkas and some of the best winter menswear deals — use modern fabric blends (like merino wool with nylon) to give sweaters like the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew some added punch. The result is a durable and dependable sweater that looks every bit like the classic icons your grandfather (and Hemingway) appreciated so much, yet with performance for 2022 in mind. The thick knit of this sweater is primed for frigid temperatures these days, and at a sub-$200 price, it’s not hard to see why the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew has been a hot seller.

The textured fabric and rugged knit of the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew make it as inspired a sweater as you’re apt to find these days, the kind you can easily wear with other favorites from Buck Mason, naturally. Take the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew and pair it with slim, dark Buck Mason men’s jeans and your favorite pair of leather boots for a tried-and-true combination that works at the office on a casual Friday or for a weekend brewery trip. Better still, the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew works when worn with an Oxford shirt (again, at the office) or atop — or beneath! — a more rugged flannel workshirt. It should be cut with enough room to layer, which is a great thing considering it’s knit thickly enough that you’ll want to reach for it when winter is at its worst.

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The Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew features hand-linked panels, a careful process that extends the life of the garment beyond just sewing these panels. All in all, it’s precise-yet-rugged design touches that make the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew one of the best men’s winter sweaters, far and away. It’s pricier than your standard V-neck or crewneck sweatshirt (the Buck Mason Natural Donegal Cable Crew retails for $198 at Buck Mason), but it’ll go a long way towards making your winter that much warmer and more stylish. Consider adding it — or any one of Buck Mason’s stylish sweaters for men — to your wardrobe before it sells out.

January 21, 2022January 20, 2022 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Buck Mason’s Rare Winter Sale, The Best Men’s Hair Spray & a New Shinola Watch

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Folks, welcome to Friday and another edition of the Friday Read, which’ll have you outfitted and ready for the weekend in no time. Speaking of getting outfitted for the weekend, well, that photo above says it all. Buck Mason, one of my favorite brands and purveyors of some of the best winter menswear around, is holding a very, very rare sale, featuring up to 60 percent off some of the company’s essential gear via the recently launched Buck Mason Gettin’s Good Sale (get it while you can, my friends). It’s even better than the well-stocked Buck Mason Last Chance Section, since these are deep discounts on a wide array of menswear. If you’ve had your eye on, say, one of the best men’s cardigans via the lauded retailer, now’s the time to shop. The Buck Mason Gettin’s Good Sale is a must-shop for your weekend — I’ll leave you to it, but please do keep on scrolling to kick off your weekend the right way.

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For those of you who aren’t quite dropping everything to shop Buck Mason just yet, well, I’m with you — at least in spirit. That’s because this weekend, I’m heading somewhere extra layers aren’t really needed: I’m trekking down to breezy, sunny Florida to kick off my 30th birthday week (weekend?) and spend some time at Disney World with my family! I couldn’t be more excited to safely trek down there, and if you’d like to keep up with all the fun (and get some style tips in the process), you can — and should go follow me on Instagram. For now, I’ve got a few more stories to tidy up before the weekend, so I’ll leave you with some more reading and shopping tips below. Cheers to Friday, folks!

If you’ve been keeping up with the blog as of late, then you’re well aware that I’m a big fan of Detroit-based Shinola and its full array of some of the best men’s watches. That includes the remarkable new Shinola Bronze Monster (as I wrote about here), as well as the stunning, recently launched Shinola Forged Carbon Monster Automatic. This watch is truly a sight to behold, featuring light yet tough construction. What’s more, you can head to Maxim to read my full dispatch on this stunning watch.
Looking for a way to revamp your hair this winter, all the while avoiding hat hair on cold days? Then you’re in luck — if you read my latest AskMen guide on the best men’s hair sprays. Yes, that’s right: Hair spray for men is very much available, with the quick and easy potential to revamp your ‘do the right way. Check out that guide and let me know what you think.
Here’s one in case you missed out on the fun on the blog this week. It’s always wise to shop the latest and greatest Billy Reid menswear, especially when those layers are both rugged and refined, like this Billy Reid shirt jacket I covered just yesterday. It’s time to layer up in style, my friends.

So, that’ll wrap things up in fine form as we head into the weekend. There’s lots to read and shop if you peruse the pages of this blog and my other bylines, but I’d urge you — more than anything — to shop the exceptional Buck Mason Gettin’s Good Sale for the best deals on the best winter menswear and much more. If you do end up picking anything up, let me know in the comments. Thanks for reading and cheers to the weekend!

January 17, 2022January 4, 2022 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Shawl Cardigan is One of the Best Men’s Winter Sweaters

Perhaps you’ve experienced this phenomenon recently: Dealing with a frigid day without one of the best men’s winter sweaters as part of your style rotation. It’s not all that fun, is it? And if you’re caught off-guard without a cozy, well-made sweater — say, the exceptional Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan — then the going only gets tougher from there. That’s why we’re here today, though: To get you outfitted properly for cold temperatures in style, and we’re going to do it with one of the best cardigans for men from a lauded retailer that knows plenty about rugged, essential and classic men’s style. Perhaps you know Buck Mason for the brand’s well-stocked Last Chance Sale section, featuring stellar deals on durable, great-looking menswear, or perhaps from the brand’s prowess at producing one of the best winter jackets for men.

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Either way, you can be sure you’re in for a treat when it comes to the search for one of the best men’s winter sweaters, no doubt about it. Naturally, it’s the specs on the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan that help separate it from the pack, including the fabric that makes up this very cozy winter sweater. Using merino and cashmere wool for softness and warmth, Buck Mason has nailed the perfect formula when it comes to rugged appeal and comfort.

The Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan is a sweater that doesn’t cut any corners in terms of delivering standout style and a thick, warming knit. It’s an ideal sweater to throw on at a moment’s notice for blustery winter days, especially if you happen to be hitting the road to an upstate cabin or a winter weekend. Think of the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan like a casual-yet-necessary upgrade ‘over your favorite zip hoodie — it’ll prove just as warm and comfortable, but with plenty of stylish appeal to wear with other menswear staples like a Buck Mason Oxford shirt and expertly faded Buck Mason jeans.

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Plus, the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan is certainly going to give you some bang for your buck, with durable utility to wear in the great outdoors alongside a waxed trucker jacket, yet style points that work back at the office with a pair of the best chinos for men. Of course, the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan retails for $225, but you’re getting exceptional warmth, timeless style and comfort on the road and at home. Take your pick between two colorways when it comes to the Buck Mason Herdsman Shawl Cardigan, and rest easy knowing the Charcoal Grey shade in particular (my personal favorite) just gets the job done any way you wear it. Consider your search for one of the best men’s sweaters over (for now, at least). Job well-done, Buck Mason.

December 7, 2021November 23, 2021 by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: The Buck Mason Last Chance Section Offers the Best Deals on Classic Menswear

Is there one definitive place you can (and should) go to get the best deals on the best menswear? Well, it’s certainly up for debate (check out my ongoing Sunday Sale series for more), but I’m here to offer up a very fitting recommendation as we roll into the holidays: The Buck Mason Last Chance Section is as competitive, stylish and well-designed a resource for menswear essentials as you’re apt to find these days, and that’s just a fact. It makes quite the fitting topic for today’s Tuesday Steal, especially if you’ve been looking to build out your wardrobe in several categories. You’re hopefully already aware that Buck Mason does a little bit of everything, be it crafting one of the best men’s henleys or delivering some of the very best jeans for men. That’s really just the tip of the menswear iceberg, as they say, and the Buck Mason Last Chance Section only gets better the deeper you dive in.

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If that sounds too good to be true, rest assured that the Buck Mason Last Chance Section is packed with just as much variety as the rest of the brand’s full line of menswear and gear. You’ll find everything from the well-made, casual and rugged Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew to the essential and aptly named Buck Mason Perfect Oxford Shirt. Sizes and colors run the gamut, of course, but give the Buck Mason Last Chance Section a good, long look.

Seriously, the Buck Mason Last Chance Section has just about everything you could ask for in a selection of menswear, including breezy T-shirts for layering and even the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket for warm-weather tailored style. The selection even includes some style staples from past Buck Mason collections, including quite the array of breezy camp collar shirts and polos. It’s all going fast though, and won’t stick around for too long. Would you expect anything less from the Americana-minded style purveyors at Buck Mason? I certainly have high standards, and Buck Mason continues to meet them. If an initial glance at the Buck Mason Last Chance Section is any indication, you’re going to like what you see (and what ends up in your shopping cart).

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