December 30, 2023December 28, 2023 by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat – An Essential, Timeless Winter Jacket

There are times of the year — like a frigid winter — when it’s best not to leave anything to chance. Sure, that undoubtedly starts with wearing some of the best winter boots on your feet to navigate difficult terrain, but the rest of your #OOTD is just as essential.

Now, we’re not reinventing the wheel here, so to speak, but I’d wager you can absolutely trust a heritage-quality company like Buck Mason to perfect the must-haves you need for winter (and any other season, for that matter). In the interest of keeping things timeless, rugged and highly versatile, the Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat might just take the cake as one of the best men’s jackets for winter, and indeed, one of the best men’s peacoats, too.

It starts with the brand’s exceptional attention to detail in terms of fabric, be that the company’s Italian wool flannel blazers, its rugged flannel shirts, garment-dyed Oxford shirting or a full rotation of the best men’s outerwear. The list goes on and on, as you’re no doubt aware if you pass through the pages of this blog on the regular, but let’s take a closer look at your new favorite peacoat.

The Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat takes its cues from traditional peacoats worn on ships near and far, and that’s also where the brand drew its inspiration to use Melton wool. The dense, thickly knit Melton wool is rugged and tough as can be, with natural wind-resistant properties and the ability to insulate while keeping you dry.

There’s even an under-collar throat latch for added coverage if things get especially dicey out there, and those old-school touches should be appreciated.

The Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat also features some new and improved touches from the all-American menswear brand, like a slimmer fit and satin-lined sleeves for easy-on, easy-off wearability. The double-breasted design and chest handwarmer pockets are also classic touches that give the Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat a ton of winter-ready character.

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And the fact that it’s crisply designed and stylish enough to wear with business casual looks (like your favorite cardigan and tan chinos), or else everyday ensembles (like the best blue jeans and a thermal henley) is also an added bonus. When you’re searching for the best men’s winter jackets, start and end your quest with the Buck Mason Melton Admiral Peacoat, my friends.

October 16, 2023October 13, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Buck Mason & Eddie Bauer Made The Perfect Vintage-Style Jacket for Fall

Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Skyliner Jacket.

You might say that they just don’t make ’em like they used to as you cruise the market for the best men’s jackets for fall (and beyond). That’s but one category to which that adage applies, but if you ask me, it certainly doesn’t hold weight when you consider the latest collaboration from all-American style purveyors Buck Mason.

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Your favorite menswear brand seems to hit the nail on the head in plenty of different categories, be it the exceptionally well-curated Buck Mason Vintage Collection or its assortment of USA-made T-shirts. But when you really need to beef things up when brisk weather rolls into town, the LA-based outfitter turned to a company that knows a thing or two about making some of the best performance jackets for men on the market.

That brand, of course, is famed adventure gear maker Eddie Bauer, and the Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Capsule already looks to be the stuff of legend. Eddie Bauer, of course, made the first patented down jacket in the United States and helped outfit adventurers, high-altitude explorers and the military in the process of testing out those jackets.

So it only makes sense that Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer would look to the past to reinvent some absolutely iconic styles.

Chief among those styles? The Eddie Bauer Skyliner Jacket, a bomber down jacket with distinctive diamond quilting and cozy ribbed cuffs and collar. The OG version is tough as nails and ultra-warm, and the new Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Skyliner Jacket pays homage to the original as only Buck Mason can. It’s done up in a rich, earthy Oregano color in keeping with Buck Mason’s dusty-hued menswear, and the specs can certainly pass muster, too.

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The versatility of the Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Skyliner Jacket for adventures far afield (or casually rugged trips across town) is unmatched, given that it features Responsible Down Standard, 650-fill power down (translation: It’s warm and durable without a ton of bulk). You’ll find side entry hip pockets for your EDC on the front of this stylish Eddie Bauer jacket, while the classic fit delivers room for layering other Buck Mason menswear essentials.

And at $275, the Buck Mason x Eddie Bauer Skyliner Jacket looks to be, at least in my book, a downright steal for its utility, heritage and style. That sounds like a classic jacket worth adding to your modern menswear rotation right now.

August 24, 2023August 23, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Rugged Buck Mason Crew is the Perfect Layer to End Summer

There’s going to come a time in your search for men’s style essentials where you need a piece or two that the line between “too much” and “just right.” Allow me to explain, folks.

In the same way that you need a lightweight blazer and lightweight men’s jeans for summer, rather than something cut for fall or winter, a transitional T-shirt to carry you from late summer into early fall can prove quite handy in a multitude of situations — even more than you might think, in fact.

And this, my friends, is where Buck Mason comes into play with the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew. If you follow along with the blog, you know it’s easier than ever to find what you’re looking for at the rugged, all-American retailer, and the ante is upped even further.

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You see, the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew is neither as lightweight as the brand’s perfectly breezy, expertly crafted USA-made tees, nor is it as heavy as some Buck Mason sweaters for the fall and winter months — in short, it’s the perfect T-shirt to close out summer and look towards fall.

And as its name would imply, the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew is a rough-and-tumble piece you can wear casually (beneath a chambray shirt or your favorite zip hoodie at a late summer bonfire) or for pursuits far afield (layered over a waxed jacket on a camping trip). It’s made from a cotton jersey fabric that’s twice as heavy as Buck Mason T-shirts, so it should drape nicely and layer easily.

Note that the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew also features a side-split hem and reinforced stitching at the elbows, not unlike some traditional rugby polo shirts (minus the somewhat dressier collar).

And the Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew features a tailored fit with room to move (likely similar to other Buck Mason tees, in my experience). It’s the kind of rugged layer every guy can use, particularly if you want a stylish tee to wear with jeans, yet not one that’s as light as the option you’d reach for in the high heat of summer.

You see? The Buck Mason Field-Spec Rugby Crew is neither too heavy nor too light: It’s just right, and in my experience, that’s what your wardrobe needs now. Go to it, my friends.

August 10, 2023August 9, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Black Twill Jeans from Buck Mason Are a New Modern Classic

When I build out my own menswear wardrobe, as I often say, I tend to look for menswear essentials I can wear consistently, season after season and year after year. That means looking towards a brand like Buck Mason, one I’ve loved for years and one that specializes in a bit of everything, from the best pocket tee to rugged denim shirting and of course, the stylish black jeans you see at the top of the page.

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And to me, the new Buck Mason Roper Twill Jeans are already a modern classic, despite the fact that they just popped up in the Buck Mason New Arrivals section. How about that, ehh? If you’ve tried Buck Mason men’s jeans, you know that they offer fits like Maverick (a slimmer cut) and the Ford cut (the cut you’ll find on your new favorite pair of black jeans here).

That fit is crucial, as they’ve already nailed the rest of the details: A timeless five-pocket design, a tapered leg and a straight fit through the hip. Of course, things only get better from there.

The key with this pair of jeans also lies in the fabric itself: Unlike other jeans, which feature either 100 percent cotton or cotton blended with elastane, the Buck Mason Roper Twill Jeans feature a nicely designed 9.5oz cotton and rayon twill blend for a super-soft finish.

In fact, rayon is the same fabric traditionally used in soft, breezy Hawaiian shirts, so the Buck Mason Roper Twill Jeans should move easily and feel super-comfortable all day long.

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Plus, the Buck Mason Roper Twill Jeans have been garment-washed for additional softness, yet they’ll still retain the stylish edge of classic black jeans. And naturally, they pair well with a wide array of all-American styles from the rest of the Buck Mason line. Buy ’em now to wear with a short-sleeve henley, then keep ’em close at hand to style with a classic flannel shirt come fall. Buck Mason always comes through, folks.

August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Buck Mason Chambray Shirt is an All-Season Style Classic

If your wardrobe looks anything like mine, perhaps it’s stocked with a healthy dose of menswear classics, pieces you can turn towards day in and day out. For me, that means — at least on the shirting front — more than one of the best chambray shirts for men.

I wear mine to my favorite breweries in Brooklyn, I style it with dark denim for a high-low look, and I’ve found that the Buck Mason Chambray One-Pocket Shirt just gets the job done. Let’s take a closer look at this style classic from one of the best online menswear shops, shall we?

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The rugged, textured yet fairly lightweight fabric works well as a shirt on its own, it adds visual appeal to one of the best men’s henleys, and it can be worn plenty of different ways in these increasingly casual times.

The best men’s chambray shirts tend to look great on every guy, and that’s where the Buck Mason Chambray One-Pocket Shirt can add some all-season appeal to your wardrobe (especially as we roll through the end of summer into early fall).

The great thing about the Buck Mason Chambray One-Pocket Shirt lies in its details and its versatility. The 4.8oz. indigo chambray fabric looks and feels like you’ve had it for years, and should prove soft and wearable right out of the box (and your new favorite chambray shirt should certainly get better with age, too).

And about that versatility: It surely lives up to the hype, at least in my experience. You can wear it like a shirt jacket over your favorite pocket tee, you can roll up the sleeves and style it with Buck Mason chinos, and you can even team it up with a lightweight Buck Mason blazer for a casually rugged yet polished office look.

The pocket and button-down collar also help to give it a similar aesthetic feel as one of the best Oxford shirts, and that’s the sort of wearability I can get behind. Are you considering adding this timeless, easy-to-style chambray shirt to your wardrobe? Drop me a line in the comments if so! Stay stylish out there, folks.

July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Outfit Yourself in Classic Casual Style with this New Buck Mason Pocket Tee

There are times when building out your perfect menswear wardrobe where it’s ideal to stick with the classics and work outwards from there. In these increasingly casual times, perhaps your wardrobe of menswear essentials looks a little something like mine: For Work From Home days writing this blog, I tend to wear a lot of T-shirts, and I tend to reach for Buck Mason tees above all others.

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To be sure, I’m always on the hunt for one of the best T-shirts for men, something with soft fabric, a timeless fit and ideally, in a visually appealing array of colors. Of course, if you read the blog, you know that Buck Mason makes some of the best men’s T-shirts in the business, and that’s where the Buck Mason Faded Venice Wash Pocket Tee enters your casual wardrobe.

And while it might be seemingly simple, it’s the details (like fit, fabric and that classic soft wash) that really make the difference.

Of its wide array of stylish men’s T-shirts, the Buck Mason Faded Venice Wash Pocket Tee might be one of the more distinctive, seeing as it’s made in America at Buck Mason Knitting Mills using USA-grown cotton. That makes the Buck Mason Faded Venice Wash Pocket Tee pricier than your average T-shirt, to be sure.

But in my experience, that’s a difference you can feel from the second you put on this classic pocket tee, and that’s something worthy of a higher price tag, too. It’s also designed in a vintage fit with straight hem (unlike Buck Mason’s famed curved hem T-shirts).

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From there, the slub cotton — plus the single-needle reinforced pocket tee — give this shirt enough depth and style points to be worn on its own all day long. If you want the best, even in more simple pieces, shop with a brand you can trust to deliver on the timeless icons, like a highly wearable pocket T-shirt. Luckily, Buck Mason has you all sorted out.

July 19, 2023July 18, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Scour the Market for the Coolest Finds in the Buck Mason Vintage Collection

In my opinion, you should be able to turn towards your favorite menswear brands for just about everything you need in your wardrobe. That can even be the case with the best vintage menswear — bear with me on this one, folks, because the juice is worth the squeeze.

The “best vintage menswear,” in fact, is precisely where Buck Mason, one of my favorite online menswear brands, enters the equation. The brand excels at crafting rugged men’s style essentials — and more refined pieces, like one of the best summer suits — all with its vision focused squarely on both the past and present. That’s why it’s so fun (in my humble opinion!) to see what Buck Mason is up to right now.

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They just dropped the Buck Mason Vintage Collection, an expertly sourced and curated offering of tried-and-true menswear classics, from denim shirting to retro frames, a rare Rolex vintage watch, books, home goods and more.

It’s like a peek into the entire world of Buck Mason, a close look at what makes the brand tick — oh, and you can actually buy covetable pieces from the Buck Mason Vintage Collection, too. How sweet is that, right?

These pieces are seriously cool and one-of-a-kind, like an impossibly neat 1940s US Navy Chambray Shirt (available for the lofty price of $495, but in excellent shape all the same). The offering only gets better from there, and it’s quite hard to believe.

This vintage capsule from Buck Mason improbably contains a 1978 Rolex GMT-Master “Pepsi” timepiece, with a two-tone bezel. It’s a true rarity, and it’s astonishing to see it up for grabs at Buck Mason. But, that’s what the Buck Mason Vintage Collection delivers. See anything you like?

Be sure to hop on this watch while it’s still around, because like any piece of the best vintage menswear, it won’t stick around forever. Pick up one of Buck Mason’s best-selling T-shirts while you’re at it, and you’ve got a match made in #menswear heaven. Happy shopping, my friends.

June 19, 2023June 18, 2023 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket Is Your New Favorite Summer Blazer

Even in the high heat of summer, looking sharp is still the name of the game, especially when it comes down to menswear essentials to wear to your next summer wedding. That holds true any time a tailored dress code comes into play, be that back at the office, as well, and there’s at least one brand you can trust to deliver the goods in style.

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That brand, of course, is Buck Mason, a company with an old-school approach that does everything from the best USA-made T-shirts to your new favorite summer blazer. I’ve tried out that blazer in question — the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket — and believe me when I say it could just be one of the best blazers for men.

Hopefully, you’re familiar with the brand’s penchant for updating the classics in a major way, and that holds true for more refined pieces (aside from its expertly crafted, rugged henleys and tees).

If you’ve been on the hunt for something to wear to beat the heat in style, then the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket checks off all the right boxes (and then some). It’s made from breathable 5.5oz. cotton twill that feels smooth and soft to the touch, yet it’s also got some depth to the fabric.

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The details are on point as well with the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket, including the retro-minded 3-roll-2 button design (three buttons on the jacket, designed to look like a classic two-button blazer). Patch pockets also give the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket a classic, casually cool feel.

Crucially, this jacket is also made with a touch of spandex for comfort and stretch. Plus, the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket pairs up perfectly with the aptly named Buck Mason Carry-On Pants, and yet, you can also rock it with a pair of expertly cut Buck Mason jeans. For all your stylish summer suiting needs, turn to your new favorite blazer from Buck Mason. It just gets the job done, folks.

June 16, 2023June 15, 2023 by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Buck Mason’s USA-Made T-Shirts, Glendalough Gin & LCD Soundsystem

Folks, it’s time for another edition of the Friday Read, as we roll into what promises to be a lovely summer weekend here in New York City. What’s on your weekend shopping and reading list? Hopefully, that includes a healthy dose of perusing Buck Mason menswear, as I’ve found myself doing quite frequently. After all, the brand just started making its best-selling T-shirts in the United States, at a famed Pennsylvania factory, as I wrote about yesterday on the blog.

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That’s certainly one way to kick off the weekend properly, and I’ve got another idea as to how to kick off my own weekend. Later this afternoon, I’ll be trekking up to Queens and to the lovely, historic Forest Hills Stadium for a momentous mini-music festival of sorts, headlined by none other than one of my favorite bands: New York synth pop and dance rock heroes LCD Soundsystem. I’ll assuredly be dancing my way into the weekend — how about yourself? In the meantime, here are a few other reads and style picks to get your own summer day started properly (led by Buck Mason menswear, of course). Cheers, my friends.

Speaking of rugged and expertly crafted T-shirts, here’s another one for. I find myself living in Filson pocket tees this time of year, and I wrote about a new favorite T-shirt over on the blog earlier this week. If you love the brand as much as I do, drop a comment below. Here’s to a major wardrobe upgrade, yes?

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As part of my many freelance writing pursuits, I’m endlessly fortunate to be able to travel the world covering spirits, menswear and more. In fact, if you recall correctly, I visited Dublin and lovely Wicklow earlier this spring with Glendalough Gin. It was the trip of a lifetime, and I wrote all about foraging for gin botanicals with Glendalough over at Maxim late last week. Cheers, indeed!
And last but not least, you know what this weekend is, right? It’s Father’s Day weekend, and I’d also recommend you shop my picks for the best Father’s Day gifts from Huckberry right now, as covered over at Maxim. Dad deserves it, right? Yessir.

Well, my friends: That’s going to wrap it up from me today. Here’s to an eventful summer weekend, a wonderful Father’s Day and plenty of stylish shopping selections in your future. As always — thank you for reading!

June 15, 2023June 13, 2023 by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Buck Mason Is Now Making Its T-Shirts in the United States

When something is well-made, you know it right off the bat: It feels different out of the box, it wears more stylishly, and it lasts longer. In my experience, that’s what I’m looking for in my menswear essentials. And that’s why I’ve found that Buck Mason consistently delivers some of the best men’s style picks across the board over the years. Perhaps you’ve found the same holds true over the years, yes?

The Buck Mason approach starts with its consistent attention to detail via the best men’s T-shirts, the brand’s cornerstone. The company makes plenty of stylish men’s tees in fabrics like slub and pima cotton, sure, but they’re now doing it in an even bigger and better way.

To wit: Buck Mason is now making some of its best-selling T-shirts right here in the United States, and that news is music to my ears (and hopefully, to yours as well).

Buck Mason just announced the launch of Buck Mason Knitting Mills, a new frontier for the Americana-focused company. The short story: The brand is reviving the historic Mohnton Mill in Mohnton, PA, a region known for its textile manufacturing expertise.

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Buck Mason bought the mill, saving it from closure, saving jobs and then ramping up production of some of the best T-shirts for men in the process. They’re also using USA-grown cotton for a true “grown-and-sewn” approach.

The story is an inspiring one, and one that’ll allow you to get picks like the Buck Mason Slub Curved Hem Tee with USA-made production front and center. It’s an impressive move, and I’ve had the chance to try out some of Buck Mason’s USA-made tees already.

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The fabric quality is top-notch, the durability is outstanding, and the handfeel and overall design is excellent. Would you expect anything less? I certainly wouldn’t. It’s only the start of Buck Mason’s journey to making more of the best USA-made tees, so get in on the ground floor and upgrade your summer wardrobe ASAP. You won’t regret it.

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