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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Buck Mason’s Wool Hoodie is Your New Laidback Lounge Favorite

Best hooded sweatshirt for men.

As we round into the holiday season, and as you look to round out your own wardrobe of the best style essentials on the market, I’ve found that it’s the simple upgrades that make the biggest difference. That’s especially true even when it comes to the more casual parts of your wardrobe, like the best loungewear or the best hoodies for men.

And as you might expect, making a simple swap to one of the best men’s hoodies, like the Buck Mason Loopback Wool Hooded Sweatshirt, is a touch that can make a big difference if you’re interested in luxurious layering and lounging this season.

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For those not familiar with the brand, Buck Mason puts its own premium-yet-rugged spin on Americana classics — my Buck Mason review covers a standout henley, for instance.

And that holds true when it comes to the hooded sweatshirt you reach for on casual days at home, or the one you wear layered beneath your favorite waxed trucker jacket for a casual weekend outing. Quality is of the essence, I’ve found with Buck Mason, and that shines through even in the easygoing nature of this surprisingly luxurious hoodie.

The Buck Mason Loopback Wool Hooded Sweatshirt trades in the typical cotton jersey fabric found on most hoodies (a variety of which Buck Mason also makes) for a super-soft merino wool-and-cashmere blend that just so happens to have an even softer looped merino wool backing.

That means every inch of the Buck Mason Loopback Wool Hooded Sweatshirt is soft and exceptionally comfortable, whether you score one in the Light Oat color shown above, or Charcoal as shown below.

Upgrading to a better hooded sweatshirt like the Buck Mason Loopback Wool Hooded Sweatshirt might seem like an indulgence, but given the fact that this stylish hoodie can be worn out and about on weekends, for holiday travel and at home, it seems like a solid deal in my experience with Buck Mason. To step up your cozy, casual game in fine fashion, the Buck Mason Loopback Wool Hooded Sweatshirt is one heck of a start, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Henley is a Tried-and-True Fall Classic

Buck Mason men's henley review.

There are a few menswear essentials I consider to be true classics, as the headline would indicate – the sort of staple pieces that look great on every guy and just, well, get the job done when it comes to appealing, rugged and versatile style.

If you’ve read the blog lately, especially this autumn, then you know that Buck Mason knows a thing or two about serving up those classics — from the trusty peacoat to five-pocket corduroy pants to the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley shown above. It’s an update to throwback military pieces, with the style points to match, and it’s the sort of shirt that functions handily as a base layer or a statement piece in its own right.

Plus, when you throw in the fact that this stylishly rugged henley is built with an extended placket for a touch of visual interest, the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley gets even cooler and more eye-catching. Corozo buttons give the contrasting placket a dash of style, too. It’s also made with a French rib cotton double knit construction, the better for a proper combination of softness and style.

Ribbed cuffs deliver a secure fit at your wrist, and color options like Natural (my personal favorite) and Sandstone hit the right marks in terms of style points. The Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is built with durability in spades, it looks great with jeans, with stretch chinos and a trucker jacket or underneath a soft-shouldered blazer.

And it comes in easily wearable colors for an expert look and feel this season — yes, it lives up to its name as a tried-and-true classic, and then some.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Jeans – A New Take on a Classic

Best corduroy pants for men.

This time of year, as we barrel into the depths of fall, I’d say it’s time to rethink what you thought you knew about certain men’s style classics. Take the corduroy pant: Perhaps it makes you think of Sunday school, or of garish 1970s editions of corduroy pants.

Now, throw all that out the window, so to speak, because the Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants are here to shake up a classic in a fresh, modern, rugged way. Of course, they fit right in with other tried-and-true, all-American favorites from the Los Angeles-by-way-of-the-Midwest brand (including one of the best chore coats and one of the best men’s flannel shirts).

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There’s something familiar and yet different about these stylish men’s corduroy pants, and it starts with the construction and some very carefully made design choices from the iconic retailer.

For starters, these handsome corduroy pants are modeled after the Buck Mason Ford Standard Jeans, rather than based on dressy corduroy trousers with side hip slant pockets. That means the Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants boast a rugged, casually cool five-pocket design, plus a mid-rise and a fit that tapers below the knee.

Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants review.

The Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants also come in a selection of colors that challenge the notion of what corduroy pants can be — just witness the rich Inkwell color above, not unlike a pair of the best black jeans for men.

Rivets at stress points give the Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants a further touch of durability not normally found in the best men’s dress pants, while these trousers are also garment-washed for a lived-in look and feel right out of the box.

Best corduroy pants for men.

The Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants are crafted from 10oz. 14-wale corduroy, which is neither too narrow nor too wide — these pants act like durable jeans, but can be dressed up in business casual fashion like a pair of the best men’s corduroy pants. They can also be dressed down, rest assured — a Buck Mason men’s henley or flannel shirt would seem to be a worthy pairing.

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And because of their corduroy construction, the Buck Mason Craftsman Corduroy Pants can pull double-duty with refined leather dress boots or with broken-in leather chukka boots or even high-top sneakers. Just when you thought a classic was set in stone, Buck Mason comes along to shake things up in pleasing fashion this season.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Buck Mason Chore Coat is a Rugged, Luxurious Outerwear Upgrade

The classics have their place in the world of menswear essentials for a reason, and when a brand comes along that can make the classics even better, it’s worth paying attention (and shopping). As you well know if you read this Brooklyn style blog, I’m a major fan of Buck Mason, Los Angeles-based purveyors of some of the best modern menswear around.

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That includes everyday must-have picks like the best flannel shirt and a lineup of USA-made T-shirts, as well as more luxurious-yet-still-rugged pieces — including the new Buck Mason Sportsman Chore Coat as seen above. It’s got vintage inspiration going for it in every stitch, as it was modeled after a 1941 U.S. Marine Corps Utility Jacket. You don’t necessarily see that in your closet every single day now, do you?

Best men's chore coats for fall.

Luxurious, supple steerhide suede gives the Buck Mason Sportsman Chore Coat some distinction as far as fabrication is concerned, while front patch pockets and a fold-over collar drive home its classic chore jacket design.

The Buck Mason Sportsman Chore Coat is then finished with tasteful contrast stitching and a V-shaped front stitch detailing down the front placket, another touch of distinction that gives this jacket an air of rugged luxury (yes, there’s that word again).

The Buck Mason Sportsman Chore Coat should layer with ease over other similarly stylish fall picks, be it denim or chambray shirting or a Buck Mason long-sleeve henley. Add in expertly faded jeans from the famed Los Angeles brand, and you’ve got a seasonal #OOTD practically made for apple orchards, Oktoberfest brewery visits and plenty more.

Rugged, expertly curated style awaits when it comes to the Buck Mason Sportsman Chore Coat, my friends, so invest in the best and know that you’re getting a modern classic for the price.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This New Buck Mason Flannel Shirt is a Perfect Seasonal Layer to Buy Right Now

Buck Mason men's flannel shirt review.

You could make the case, as I have over the years on this Brooklyn style blog, that there’s not a better season for menswear than fall. From dependable layers a classic thermal henley or a chambray shirt to the opportunity to style your favorite waxed trucker jacket — all with a crisp breeze in the air and a fresh Oktoberfest beer close at hand — it simply doesn’t get any better.

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Of course, Buck Mason knows the charms of the season all too well. This approach certainly holds true with the upcoming release of the Buck Mason Craftsman Flannel, a durable workshirt made for just about anything this autumn.

The California-based brand is on a mission to take over your wardrobe, from accessories to knitwear and beyond. On that note, you’ve likely perused the new Buck Mason Italian-made eyewear collection, but consider this flannel shirt a more rugged style upgrade for the season ahead.

The Buck Mason Craftsman Flannel, available now for pre-order, is made from a durable, pre-washed 8oz. cotton flannel for maximum utility. It’s then finished with front-button chest pockets to store your everyday carry essentials, among other highly useful details. The rich Sequoia Plaid color is also a timeless detail, while this shirt itself should prove ultra-soft right out of the box.

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Your new favorite flannel shirt is billed as a “midcentury-style work shirt cut for cold weather,” and it certainly looks to live up to that pedigree. For now, the Buck Mason Craftsman Flannel is only available for pre-order, but head to Buck Mason ASAP, request your size and sign up for alerts from the brand.

When it hits shelves, you’ll be the first to know, and your fall wardrobe will be all the better for it. Cheers to the season ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Buck Mason Just Debuted Italian-Made Eyewear for Expert Seasonal Style

Buck Mason men's sunglasses review.

When a modern menswear brand known for making utterly cool, classic men’s style essentials — everything from one of the best indigo sweatshirts to a timeless chambray shirt — dips its toes into the realm of the best men’s sunglasses, it’s assuredly worth considering.

In fact, it’s worthy of more than your consideration when checking out the new Buck Mason men’s sunglasses line — it’s worthy of an addition to your cart (and your wardrobe) ASAP, at least in my experience.

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The lineup is a sight to behold (pun intended) as Buck Mason sunglasses hit on all the right notes from the acclaimed Los Angeles brand. You’ll find three expertly crafted styles in a range of Italian acetate colors, which are then built out with functional polarized lenses and durable five-barrel hinges.

Each style reflects classic Mid-Century design cues, drawing inspiration from Italian racing sunglasses, plus classic ’50s and ’60s looks favored by Steve McQueen. The resulting new Buck Mason men’s sunglasses line is about as effortlessly cool as it gets, with prices that won’t break the bank (these custom-made men’s sunglasses will set you back $248).

It doesn’t hurt that the brand-new, ultra-cool Buck Mason men’s sunglasses line is seemingly designed to pair up in expert fashion with a full range of Buck Mason menswear, from breezy T-shirts to rugged chambray shirting and the company’s lineup of soft-shouldered, expertly tailored suiting.

The next time your everyday carry essentials could use a luxe-yet-affordable, utterly classic upgrade, reach for a pair of shades from the expertly done Buck Mason men’s sunglasses line — things sure are looking up on the bright side, I’d say.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Japanese Chambray Service Shirt – A Stylish, Rugged Icon

Best chambray shirt for men.

I don’t know about you, but in my experience, the best menswear essentials are the ones that truly stand the test of time, all the while providing versatility and modern good looks. It might seem like a high bar to clear, but that’s where Buck Mason enters the fray (and your wardrobe, of course).

And in addition to its lineup of iconic, hard-working pieces like the best American-made T-shirts, stylish men’s chinos and expertly faded denim (to name but a few), the Buck Mason Japanese Chambray Service Shirt simply delivers exceptional style.

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Of course, the Buck Mason Japanese Chambray Service Shirt is a staple in my own wardrobe, as chambray shirts have been for years, and this particular number gets all the details right.

Buck Mason chambray shirt.

It’s made in a classic-fit design for layering atop your favorite Buck Mason henley or a sturdy heavyweight tee from the brand, while the light wash 5 oz Japanese indigo yarn-dyed chambray should age nicely and wear crisply in a number of seasons (fall very much included). Two patch-and-flap chest pockets offer utility for your everyday carry, while the handsome Buck Mason Japanese Chambray Service Shirt should very easily get better with age.

That’s the kind of style staple I can see working handsomely any day of the week, and hopefully, you feel the same way — see you out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Buck Mason Indigo Sweatshirt is Ideal for Cool End-of-Summer Days and Nights

A guy’s wardrobe should revolve around the right blend of utility and style — being prepared for as many style scenarios as possible without missing a beat or feeling out of place. Sounds like a tall order, right? In my experience, I’ve found that Buck Mason covers just about every casually rugged, casually cool style scenario you could ask for, from sunrise to sunset and beyond.

In some instances, that might mean something like one of the best USA-made tees, and in another, it might mean a classic men’s polo for the office. Yet sometimes, it also requires thinking outside of the box — as in, adding another layer to your summer menswear #OOTD when you need it.

Best crewneck sweatshirt for men.

What I mean to say is, for the end of summer and the start (slowly but surely) of breezy nights, a piece like one of the best crewneck sweatshirts just seems to fit the bill. And Buck Mason has doubled down on that idea with the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt, using classic sweatshirt construction and rich indigo dye to hit all the right notes.

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Soft-brushed French Terry cotton makes all the difference when it comes to the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt. Specifically, threads dipped and dyed (before knitting) give it that characteristically rich, deep blue look. It also hits all the right details in terms of classic men’s sweatshirts, including a double-layer V-stitched neck (originally meant to serve a functional purpose during workouts).

Best crewneck sweatshirts for men.

Contrasting threads at the collar, cuffs and seams separate this handsome, classically styled sweatshirt from the pack, and it’s a given that the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt will only get better with age.

The famed modern American brand has also come up with a sweatshirt featuring an even deeper indigo fade (so the sweatshirt looks lighter with age), but for my money’s worth, this version of the Buck Mason Indigo-Dipped Loopback Sweatshirt is as good as it gets.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Rugged Summer Gear from Filson, Buck Mason x J. Press & A Paris Olympics Watch

Filson summer menswear review.

Just as we roll into another July weekend, perhaps you’re feeling as if your summer menswear and gear could use a bit of a refresh, or just a few more selections to help you get over the hemp. This Friday, and many other days here on the blog, I recommend diving into Filson menswear, which runs the gamut — from the road to the river and back. In my personal experience, they’re a brand that always delivers, be it rugged good looks, standout performance in any season, or a mix of the two.

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Be it quick-drying swim trunks, carefully crafted T-shirts, some of the best lightweight buttondown shirts or the very best waxed canvas bags on the market, Filson is a nearly indispensable part of my summer wardrobe — I’d imagine you feel the same way.

If not, consider this a friendly summer weekend reminder, especially as things continue to heat up out there. And for more Filson reviews on this blog, click that link. Now, onward to business — what’s still left on your summer reading and shopping list?

I’ve recently been sent an exciting read I’m looking forward to checking out, the classic tome “A Really Big Lunch,” by legendary Michigan writer Jim Harrison. In fact, my newfound writer pal and fellow Michigander Matt Medendorp sent this volume my way.

It’s an iconic book that’s long been on my list, and t should prove an apt read to while away hot summer days in Brooklyn (cold beer not far out of reach, of course). Have you had the chance to check out that title? I’ll deliver my own review once I’ve pored through its pages!

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For a few more summer recommendations to guide your own weekend, keep on scrolling through below, my friends. Cheers!

  • Out of all of my favorite menswear brands, Buck Mason delivers some of the most consistent surprises, or pleasant surprises rather, while staying in its lane as a purveyor of modern-meets-classic, Americana style. What do I mean by this? Well, expertly crafted Oxford shirts, the best blue jeans and perfectly cut T-shirts do the trick. And you can find all of this close at hand in the new Buck Mason x J. Press menswear collection, a retro-meets-21st-century offering showcasing what both brands do best. Read about it more via my latest for Maxim.com.
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  • Here’s something a tad more illustrious and luxurious than just one of the best Oxford shirts, and it’s got some flair going for it ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, too. Omega, the official watch brand of James Bond and the Official Timekeeper of the Olympics (since 1932, no less!) just debuted a stunning Paris 2024 special-edition watch, and it’s a stunner made from Bronze Gold alloy. Read all about it via another feature from yours truly at Maxim.com.
  • Let’s go from talking about classic menswear and luxury watches to some “news you can use” right away, so to speak, via the good folks at Huckberry. The lineup of Wellen menswear at Huckberry already focuses on sustainability and style, and it gets a revamp here with a new lineup of Wellen performance gear you can wear, well, just about anywhere. And accordingly, I wrote about possibly your new favorite daily T-shirt over on the blog earlier this week — give it a look, my friends.
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That’ll wrap up today’s Friday Read quite nicely indeed, if I do say so myself. To follow along with my weekend adventures in Brooklyn, be sure to give me a follow on Instagram. And to keep up with more stylish menswear for summer, tune in tomorrow and Sunday for a duo of featured weekend men’s style picks. Cheers and thanks, as always, for reading!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Buck Mason Polo Belongs In Your Summer Style Rotation Right Now

Best summer polo for men.

Improving upon a classic can be tough sometimes, especially if it’s a true summer style staple like one of the best polos for men. But revamping the classics is the name of the game for Buck Mason, as you very well know if you read the blog frequently. And it certainly holds true with a classically cut polo updated with modern, ultra-soft fabric, as is the case with the Buck Mason Sueded Cotton Polo.

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In my experience, finding wardrobe workhorse pieces comes down to selecting the proper fabric and fit – and with one of the best men’s polos, the right option feels as comfortable as a T-shirt, just with more polish. The key with the Buck Mason Sueded Cotton Polo is the use of a cotton jersey that’s been garment-dyed for the ultimate in comfort — that same treatment holds true across a range of stylish, essential colors, too.

Buck Mason men's polos.

While some polos for men might feel too stuffy or preppy at times, the Buck Mason Sueded Cotton Polo is practically the opposite of that: It’s as comfortable as Buck Mason’s USA-made T-shirts, yet with the crisp look of a wear-with-practically-anything two-button polo. It also boasts a two-button placket for a look that’s just a bit more laidback than a three or four-button placket — again, the wearability of a T-shirt, yet with the casually cool polish of a polo.

Buck Mason men's polo review.

Helpfully, the Buck Mason Sueded Cotton Polo features a flattering slim fit and comes in Buck Mason’s range of versatile, dusty colors, from Faded Black to Dusty Olive. And because of its logo-free look and straight hem, it looks as at home with a pair of your favorite chinos or chino shorts as it does with Buck Mason men’s jeans (to name but a few combinations).

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The Buck Mason Sueded Cotton Polo is a polo you don’t have to think too hard about wearing, and you certainly don’t need to worry about it looking great — that’s a guarantee, and in my experience, Buck Mason delivers authenticity and good looks in every stitch.