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by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Buck Mason Fall Menswear, A Pure Michigan Road Trip & Huckberry’s New Boots

If I said it once before, well, I’ll say it again: There’s no time like right now to re-evaluate your lineup of the best men’s fall style essentials, and there are plenty of brands here on this blog to help you do so. That’s where I’m kicking off today’s Friday Read: With a reminder to shop the best rugged menswear from Buck Mason, long one of my favorite brands.

They’re a supplier of everything from the best men’s henleys to one of the best fall jackets (made out of cozy flannel, no less), and the Buck Mason New Arrivals section is positively packed with can’t-miss menswear for fall.

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Those are the sort of picks — durable jackets, cozy henley shirts, perfectly broken-in denim and the best fall gear in general — I’ve been looking to wear these past few days, as I’ve trekked through my home state of Pure Michigan. If you’ve been following me on Instagram, you know that I visited friends in Detroit to see iconic rock band The Killers, I hopped over to Kalamazoo to tour the iconic Bell’s Brewery (a lifetime highlight!).

For good measure, I’ve spent the past few days exploring Lansing (and spots like Ellison Brewery) along with some quality family time. For now, I’m headed back to NYC today, but be sure to keep up with the latest on my Instagram — there’s much more in store, no doubt! Let’s keep the Friday Read rolling.

  • I’d wager you don’t need me to tell you that Huckberry regularly stocks and sells some of the best men’s boots, right? That’s also the case with Pacific Northwest-based Danner, which is what makes the latest Huckberry x Danner partnership so astoundingly cool. The two closely aligned lifestyle brands just released the seriously rugged Danner x Huckberry Waxed Canvas Danner Light Boots, and a limited number of pairs are available. Read and shop ASAP right here.
  • Any fans of James Bond out there? *Raises hand* Well, fans of 007 are in luck, and it just so happens that Danner is back in the mix here, too. Danner recently released two pairs of James Bond-approved boots, and for good measure, I got to write all about ’em for Maxim.
  • One last question before I let you go for the (start of) the weekend: Could you use a new watch? I wrote all about the most durable watches for men, including picks from the likes of G-SHOCK and Luminox, over at AskMen. Time to gear up and get out there, my friends.
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That’s going to wrap up today’s Friday Read — who’s excited for another fall weekend, ehh? I sure am, and once again, make sure you’re following me on Instagram to keep up with all the fun this season. Cheers!

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Buck Mason’s Flannel Field Jacket Is Your New Favorite Fall Coat

Best men's fall jackets.

If there’s one thing I think a guy can never quite have too many of when it comes to fall style essentials, it’d be a selection of the best men’s jackets for fall. And it’s always helpful to have a go-to men’s style brand when shopping for additional picks to add to your collection of the best jackets for men — take a brand like Buck Mason, for instance.

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I’m willing to bet you know the brand for its rugged field jackets and its selection of the best men’s henleys, and you can add another standout style staple to that list, too. It’s the Buck Mason Plaid Blanket Flannel Field Jacket, a seriously cool hybrid jacket that blurs the lines between rugged throwback style and modern good looks. Helpfully, this rugged flannel shirt jacket is modeled after vintage military shirt jackets, with the specs and serious warmth to match.

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For good measure, the Buck Mason Plaid Blanket Flannel Field Jacket comes in three classic colorways, including two eye-catching plaid options and a deep Heather Olive option, but it’s got more than just style points going for it. Your new favorite shirt jacket also boasts heavyweight brushed blanket flannel fabric, the kind you can easily layer over a Buck Mason henley, for instance.

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The Buck Mason Plaid Blanket Flannel Field Jacket gets the little details correct, too – those details include distinctively shaped, mitered patch pockets and sturdy oversized buttons. If you want a shirt jacket with room to layer and plenty of warmth built right in — along with a healthy dose of perfectly rugged, timeless style — the Buck Mason Plaid Blanket Flannel Field Jacket is the new go-to layer you need right now.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Buck Mason Craftsman Field Jacket is The Most Rugged Fall Jacket Out There

Best fall field jacket for men.

Is there any brand that does a better job at getting you ready for fall than the rugged, all-American style masters at Buck Mason? Be it one of the best flannel shirts or one of the best bomber jackets — to name but two fall style essentials from the company — they always seem to strike the right note when it comes to seasonal dressing. That’s certainly the case (in my opinion) with the Buck Mason Craftsman Field Jacket, which just so happens to be one of the most rugged fall jackets to shop right now — yes, that’s correct.

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You see, with the Buck Mason Craftsman Field Jacket, you’re getting the best of the best all around, from the classic design inspiration to this jacket’s handsome, hard-wearing modern durability. The key with the Buck Mason Craftsman Field Jacket is the sueded 7.5oz. cotton canvas, which should prove a nice top layer on brisk fall days. Better still is the fact that you can wear it with ease atop layers like a Buck Mason henley or one of the best fall shirts for men.

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Other touches, like a classic corduroy collar, corduroy cuff detailing and large flap button pockets, drive home the timeless feel and utility of this standout piece of fall outerwear. There’s no time to waste: Add the Buck Mason Craftsman Field Jacket to your fall style wish list — it’s one of the best men’s jackets for fall, truly.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Buck Mason’s Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt is a Classic Fall Style Move

Best men's shirt for early fall

In the process of moving from one season to another, a well-dressed guy (like yourself!) has got to have pieces that, as we say here at The Style Guide, bridge the gap from one area to the next. Picks like a stylish bomber jacket or a durable overshirt fit the bill, as does the classic fall shirt shown above from the good folks at Buck Mason. Ideally, you’re no stranger to the Los Angeles-based, truly all-American brand, which focuses on taking classic picks and freshening them up for the modern man — like the Buck Mason Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt, for starters.

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You see, your new favorite fall shirt is certainly one of those pieces that bridges the gap between a warmer September and the colder months quite nicely, and the Buck Mason Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt checks all the right boxes. Of course, it looks highly stylish while doing so, too, and that’s a major benefit as you look for one of the best shirts for men (period).

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Crucially, the Buck Mason Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt is made from a twill weave that’s durable and yet breathable — it’s based on the fabric used in making Buck Mason jeans, but the company says it’s a quarter of the weight. How’s that for one of the best shirts for men this season, ehh?

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This lightweight flannel shirt features interwoven threads that have also been overdyed for softness, making the Buck Mason Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt a reliable go-to on its own or layered atop one of the best henleys for men, for instance. It’s cool enough to wear layered up unbuttoned, or else paired with one of the best blazers for fall (trust me).

The next time you need a rugged, casually stylish shirt to rock this month and into the early days of winter, you know you need the Buck Mason Pacific Twill Vintage Shirt

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Make the Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket Your New Favorite Fall Layer

Best men's jackets for fall.

I can’t be the only one dreaming about the chance to layer up with fall style essentials aplenty, can I? Especially when those essentials undoubtedly include one of the best men’s jackets, right? That brings us to today’s featured Monday pick, as great a way as any to keep a new month rolling: The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is but the latest in a long line of the best fall menswear from the all-American brand, and you’d do well to get it into your wardrobe ASAP.

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Buck Mason is as apt any company out there at bridging the gap between seasons — in this case, the heat of summer and the breezy cool of early fall — and you can see that clearly with pieces like one of the best men’s overshirts. Of course, that aptitude for layering is also on display with one of the best men’s henleys from that very same brand, but the Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket belongs in a class all its own.

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The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket checks all the right boxes as you look for ways to step from late summer into early fall, starting with the fact that it’s cut from a soft, yarn-dyed 5.5oz. cotton-poly blend. The polyester gives the Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket a good amount of stretch, while the cotton should prove lightweight and airy, yet easy to layer up with, say, a Buck Mason T-shirt from day to night.

Best men's bomber jacket for fall.

The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket also has plenty of classic styling potential — note timeless color options like Army-inspired Surplus or a crisp Commodore Navy color. You can use the snap-button hip pockets to hold your everyday carry essentials, and ribbed wrist cuffs ensure a snug fit.

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A nice bonus? The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket is filled with PrimaLoft insulation, so you can even layer it up quite nicely with a Buck Mason sweatshirt or a rugged Buck Mason thermal shirt when it gets particularly cold this fall. In the meantime, be sure to add it to your cart ASAP for the season ahead.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Start Gearing Up for Fall with Buck Mason’s Vintage Thermal Henley

Best men's henley for early fall.

Since when is it too early to prepare for the coming menswear season? Well, if you ask your Style Guide editor and writer, I’d say it’s never too early — hence my recommendation that you start shopping ASAP at Buck Mason for one of the best men’s henleys as early fall inches ever closer. The mercury might still be soaring out there, but if you do yourself a favor and snag the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley, you’ll be more than ready when the day dawns crisp and cold — and being prepared with the best men’s style essentials just makes perfect sense, does it not?

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Hopefully, you recognize Buck Mason as a purveyor of essentials for all seasons, be it one of the best men’s Oxford shirts or a pair of the best men’s pants, and you should assuredly add the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley to your early fall shopping list now. For starters, the Natural Venice Wash echoes the cool, dusty, versatile colorways of the brand’s array of the best T-shirts for men, so it’s a style splurge worth taking (note that the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley is somewhat pricier than other henleys at $70 — but worth it all the same!).

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Of course, the essence of the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley really comes down to its fabrication and construction, and the all-American menswear masters at Buck Mason do quite the job there, too. The key is the 100 percent cotton in a vintage thermal weave for durability and warmth in the cold.

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To wit: You can (and should!) easily layer the Buck Mason Vintage Thermal Henley beneath, say, one of the most rugged men’s jackets from Buck Mason when cool fall and winter weather comes calling. Beyond that, the classic, not-too-tight fit makes this one of the best men’s henleys for all sorts of layering, too. Invest in the best right now, then reap the rewards when it’s time to break out some of the best fall style essentials.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford is Your Most Reliable Summer Shirt

Best Oxford shirt for men.

The best menswear essentials often have a little more to them than meets the eye, a fact you assuredly know if you’ve read the blog on the regular — and a fact you know if you regularly shop the timeless Americana menswear being produced by the good folks at Buck Mason. Take the Oxford shirt. So named for the Oxford cloth that originally produced the style Across the Pond, the Oxford shirt is a prep staple and now, a Swiss Army Knife you can dress up or dress down, even in the summer months — and my friends, this is where the Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford is ready to step right up and join your wardrobe.

Hopefully, you’ve already ramped up your summer wardrobe with other Buck Mason style picks, like the famed Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Chinos, another modern-meets-classic style upgrade. If you’re still looking for that ideal shirt to wear from the summer into early fall (yes, it’s on the way!), then the Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford is going to check off more than a few boxes. Let’s count the ways, yes?

Best men's Oxford shirt.

The kicker with the Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford is both the inspiration and the fabric itself — here, Buck Mason has taken design cues from vintage shirting by using a textured 7oz. yarn-dyed cotton for some nice depth and visual interest, plus an all-season weight.

In short, you can wear the Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford with everything from stretch chino shorts in the heat of summer to, well, the aforementioned Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Chinos in the fall and winter (layered accordingly, naturally). For now though, make the Buck Mason Campus Knit Oxford a part of your regular summer style rotation, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Twill Officer Pants – Your New Pair of Go-Anywhere Summer Pants

Best men's pants for summer

If you stop by the blog often, you’re well aware of the fact that I’m all about making classic menswear essentials work for you across multiple seasons — the more often you can wear a staple piece, the better-served your wardrobe will be, after all. For my money’s worth — and hopefully yours! — there’s not a brand that tends to do this better than the Americana style masters at Buck Mason, makers of everything from the best men’s T-shirt to, well, the best men’s pants for summer (as shown above!). Let’s count the ways that the Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants can work for you, shall we?

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As far as the best men’s pants for summer are concerned, the Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants are precisely what I mentioned above: A classic menswear pick you can wear across multiple seasons, yet especially when the thermostat rises and you still want to look polished. Made from an 8.9oz. cotton twill that’s got a slubby texture for a soft feel and finish, they’re both substantial and durable, like classic men’s chinos, yet lightweight enough to wear in the heat with, say, a classic Buck Mason T-shirt off-duty — or with one of the best men’s Oxford shirts at the office. The Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants only get better from there.

Crucially, the Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants feature a timeless mid-rise design and a slim, tapered-but-not-too-tight fit, all the better to wear more casually with your favorite summer sneakers or more formally with dressy, sharp leather loafers.

The Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants also feature a classic Hollywood waistband, which means the waistband is naturally part of the pants, rather than being sewn on. It’s yet another traditional touch that separates Buck Mason menswear from the pack, and it’s also just part of what makes the Buck Mason Twill Officer’s Pants some of the best pants for men this summer. Give ’em a look and see for yourself, my friends. Happy shopping!

by Beau H.

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

Best men's blazer for summer.

Join me today on the blog as we jump back to summer 2021, when I sung the praises of the Buck Mason Carry-On Suit as the best men’s suit for summer. We’re here today, though, to talk about only part of that equation, so to speak — if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, as the saying goes, which is why I’m here to refresh your memory and tell you that the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket is the best jacket for summer. That’s right (at least in my humble opinion), so let’s dive on into it, shall we?

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Granted, not every summer style situation is going to call for throwing on a jacket like the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket, but not every summer style situation is going to call for ultra-laidback style (like wearing, say, one of Buck Mason’s famed T-shirts). Simply put, when you’ve got to step things up just a touch, the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket is the right way to go about doing so — the key is the use of stretch cotton twill for plenty of lightweight comfort in the heat, yet a polished finish.

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The jacket is designed as a “three-roll-two” — it features three buttons, but the top button rolls, leaving only two buttons showing on the front of the jacket. It’s a nice touch that reflects the premium nature of Buck Mason menswear, with durability and versatility top of mind. That’s the name of the game with this all-American brand, as luck would have it, so make sure the Buck Mason Carry-On Jacket is your go-to summer tailoring move — be it with expertly faded light wash jeans or Buck Mason chinos. Stay cool and stylish out there, folks.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: The Best Summer T-Shirt, A New York Wedding & New Luxury Scotch

If you’ve been keeping up with the blog, perhaps you remember my May jaunt down to Philadelphia for my longtime friend Drew’s bachelor party — well, the day is finally upon us (or at least, it will be come tomorrow). It’s high time to celebrate Drew’s New York City wedding this weekend on the Aqua Azul, about as unique and lovely a setting for a wedding in the Big Apple as I’ve seen in a long time.

It wraps up a busy week for me around these parts, what with events with the likes of The Balvenie (a Scotch tasting) and Rough Trade Records (a concert showcase at Mercury Lounge). With all that being said, I’ve got more work to do yet for sites like Maxim — more on that in just a second — and then, of course, a wedding to enjoy this weekend. Follow along with all the fun on my Instagram, and in the meantime, let’s dive into the rest of today’s Friday Read.

  • Speaking of Scotch just moments ago, here’s something to add to your wish list or mood board. It’s an out-of-this-world partnership between heritage distiller Bowmore and Aston Martin, the maker of some of the finest cars on the planet. The end result? A futuristic decanter and gift set containing iconic Scotch, all with the price tag to match: Try a whopping $125,000. It’s out of reach, to be sure, but a guy can dream, and I got to dive into this seriously cool partnership over at Maxim.
  • If you’ve been keeping up with the blog, hopefully, you’re aware of the importance of curating a well-stocked closet of summer style essentials. That’s what I talked about just yesterday, in fact: The importance of upgrading your basics, like shopping one of the best T-shirts for men. Head over to this blog post to get the full scoop.
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  • I’m all about the importance of getting the small details correct when getting dressed on the daily, like wearing a great watch. You don’t have to break the bank to make this style move work for you, though: In fact, you can (and should!) head over to SPY.com to check out my guide to the best cheap watches. It’s really that simple, folks.
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That’s going to do it for me today as I wrap up the work week and roll into an NYC wedding weekend. Be sure to keep up with the fun on my Instagram, of course, and stay safe (and stylish!) out there.