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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Flint and Tinder Cabin Flannel Is a Perfect Essential for Fall

Flint and Tinder Cabin Flannel

When opportunity arises to dress in fine fall fashion with some of the best new menswear, I’d urge you to jump on it ASAP. That’s certainly the case with today’s featured style selection, one that hails from Huckberry and famed in-house brand Flint and Tinder.

You see, the Flint and Tinder Cabin Flannel lives up to its name and then some, joining a rotation of some of the most rugged menswear around (and that’s really saying something when it comes to Huckberry). It’s about as versatile a flannel shirt as it gets, with the ability to function handsomely as a rugged shirt jacket, as a mid-layer beneath a field jacket, or as a stylish flannel shirt you can rock all on its own.

A selection of rich plaid colors bolster its wearability all through the fall season, especially when it comes to, well, cabin weekend getaways and the like. Again, the Flint and Tinder Cabin Flannel lives up to its name, particularly with its rugged build and seasonally friendly style and performance.

Corozo nut buttons and chest patch pockets are standout details that should prove especially handy when wearing this stylish flannel as a true shirt jacket, something I’d certainly recommend.

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When it comes to appealing fall style and timeless durability, plus plain old-fashioned good looks, the Flint and Tinder Cabin Flannel hits the mark in every way possible. Don’t trek upstate without it in your weekender bag, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt Is an Expert Early Fall Layer to Try Now

Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt.

When certain dates on the calendar start to creep ever closer, like the official first day of fall, I like to start readying my wardrobe as soon as humanly possible. Certain pieces, like my array of short-sleeve shirts for summer, are swapped out in favor of more rugged picks like one of the best chambray shirts, and that process usually includes a healthy dose of Huckberry menswear.

So it goes with the latest and greatest from Flint and Tinder, the brand-new Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt — it’s another finely crafted, mighty tempting selection from the in-house brand at Huckberry, and it just might become your newest go-to layer this season.

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Already the purveyor of one of the best waxed trucker jackets on the market, plus perfectly complementary faded jeans, stylish stretch chinos and more, the good folks at Flint and Tinder always seem to hit the mark when it comes to rugged, classic and easygoing-yet-useful pieces.

Naturally, this corduroy overshirt fits the bill quite nicely, with a garment-dyed wide wale corduroy construction that should prove ultra-soft right out of the box.

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Double flap chest pockets and a straight hem — more like a chore coat than a traditional shirt jacket – give the Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt an air of utility, while rich color options deliver style points aplenty. It also doesn’t hurt that the new Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt retails for just under $100, a fair price given the quality I’ve come to expect from Flint and Tinder.

The rich Harvest Gold color of the Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt might prove an especially apt seasonal choice, particularly alongside faded blue jeans. And when layered atop a henley or a thermal shirt, the pleasingly rugged, casually cool Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt is well-suited for fall bonfires, cozy cabin mornings and layering beneath a trusted field jacket. As the seasons shift, make sure the handsome Flint and Tinder Corduroy Overshirt is in your wardrobe and ready to go, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: An El Tesoro Tequila Trip & The Best Waxed Jackets from Huckberry

It’s hard to believe it’s Friday, and it’s even more difficult for me to believe that I’m back in the States after a whirlwind week that touched on a bit of everything as it relates to my many freelance writing pursuits. In covering everything from menswear to watches, I attended New York Fashion Week last week and saw new watches from Breitling and new (old) vintage menswear from L.L. Bean, as you might have seen on my Instagram.

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And then from there, it was time to get down to the real business seen at the top of the page: A lightning-fast, 48-hour trip South of the Border earlier this week with none other than El Tesoro Tequila. It was part of a trip to sample expressions new and old at the famed La Alteña Distillery in the highlands outside of Guadalajara, and it was well worth the short turnaround time.

It was also well worth adding another arrow to my quiver, so to speak, in terms of covering spirits for sites like Maxim.com (in addition to the fine menswear you see on this site and at my other bylines).

The absolutely gorgeous agave fields proved a stunning highlight, as did a distillery tour that included sampling tequila right from the still (a high ABV mixed with a dangerously delicious taste and old-world craft). We also sampled some stellar El Tesoro flagship expressions and enjoyed an excellent, stone oven-fired traditional Mexican lunch. Most notably for yours truly: The chance to sample a top-secret, as-yet-to-be-announced release that uses, let’s say, some distinctive aging processes.

In fact, it builds on the El Tesoro legacy as the oldest traditionally made tequila in the world, and again, it was well worth the short yet highly informative, highly delicious visit. Look for much more on my trip to Mexico in the weeks ahead!

Best waxed trucker jacket for men.

Now, let’s shift gears here from some of the best tequila on the market to some of the best fall menswear, as I find the two go hand in hand quite nicely these days. That holds especially true if you’re shopping just about any new collection from the good folks at Huckberry, very much including the new Huckberry Waxed Jacket Outpost.

Huckberry waxed jackets review.

A full lineup of versatile, rugged and nearly too-good-to-be-true waxed jackets is dropping every week as we roll into fall, and if you haven’t yet experienced the joy of the wear-with-just-about-anything Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket, there’s positively never been a better time.

In fact, I trust Huckberry menswear to help me crisscross the continent and the globe, as I wore my tough-as-nails Proof Rover Pants out into the agave fields (watch my Instagram soon for a recap post, of course). In my experience, the brand’s gear is as reliable as it gets, whether you opt for a classic Huckberry ballcap or something more sturdy and yet refined, like its Rhodes Footwear lineup of boots.

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Either way –with excellent El Tesoro Tequila or hard-working Huckberry menswear — you can’t go wrong any way you slice it this fine early (early) fall weekend. Check back tomorrow for the first of two regularly scheduled fall weekend style posts, and let’s raise a glass in fine fashion, my friends. Salud!

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save on this Stylish Vintage Leather Card Case from Huckberry & Flint and Tinder

I don’t know about you, but in my experience, the little details actually tend to make a big difference, especially when it comes to everyday carry essentials like one of the best leather wallets for men.

When a piece is crafted with rugged construction and durability in mind, as with the Flint and Tinder Vintage Leather Wallet, you tend to be able to tell right away. And when that piece is up for grabs at a discount, as with today’s edition of the Sunday Sale, well, consider it your lucky day.

Best leather card case for men.

The Flint and Tinder Vintage Leather Wallet is yet another standout piece from the famed in-house brand at Huckberry, which has a knack for delivering modern takes on the classics, from expertly faded blue jeans to the best pocket T-shirt and now, a stellar addition to your rotation of everyday carry essentials.

TThe Flint and Tinder Vintage Leather Wallet is built with space for five cards for simple, sleek storage, and the natural leather is finished with waxed edges for, as Huckberry says, “added durability and a polished finish.

It comes in two handsome colors, including sleek Black and rustic Brown, each of which should get better with age. And that process will certainly happen more quickly than you might expect, in a positive fashion: The Flint and Tinder Vintage Leather Wallet is sure to become a daily staple in your rotation of EDC essentials.

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And when you consider the fact that the durably crafted, tough yet stylish Flint and Tinder Vintage Leather Wallet is available now for under $40, well, that’s a deal not to be missed, at least in my book. Happy shopping and savings out there, my friends — cheers!

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder American-Made Heavyweight Pocket Tee – Your New Favorite T-Shirt

Flint and Tinder men's T-shirt review.

In my experience, it’s hard to go wrong with just about any set of menswear essentials from the good folks at Huckberry. The famed retailer has a knack for getting the job done, especially in terms of style classics like one of the best T-shirts for men. That holds true as we roll into early fall, and that makes the Flint and Tinder Heavyweight Pocket Tee a new style classic for your seasonal layering (and solo style!) needs.

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Made from a durable heavyweight cotton, this rugged T-shirt gets all the details right, and it’s particularly well-suited to pair up with the famed Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket as fall weather creeps in, slowly but surely. The Flint and Tinder Heavyweight Pocket Tee features a rugged build and a garment-dyed finish, all the better to wear alongside a pair of expertly faded blue jeans or Flint and Tinder’s essential 365 Pants.

The ribbed collar of the Flint and Tinder Heavyweight Pocket Tee holds its shape over time, while the USA-made construction of your new favorite T-shirt should round out your casual wardrobe nicely. In my experience, Huckberry’s quality stands the test of time, and that makes this tee worth the higher price tag compared to other men’s T-shirts.

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Take your pick from more than 9 colorways of the Flint and Tinder Heavyweight Pocket Tee, and then style it as you please: Underneath a denim shirt, beneath a Flint and Tinder trucker jacket or all on its own. That’s the kind of quality menswear I can appreciate, and I hope you feel the same way.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: Smart Casual Summer Style from Huckberry

When some things work, you know it right away in terms of your wardrobe of menswear essentials. That’s the topic up for debate — or rather, no debate at all — in today’s Friday Read, and that’s thanks to my good friends at Huckberry.

The classics are the classics for a reason, in terms of both effortless style and versatility, and the famed retailer just gets that right in every way possible via the latest and greatest Huckberry Smart Casual offering.

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The Huckberry Smart Casual offering has a little something for everyone, especially headed into a packed Brooklyn weekend for yours truly (and beyond, of course). For days at the office and wedding weekends in particular, Huckberry just delivers, and that holds true from season to season and situation to situation.

As the brand says, the Huckberry Smart Casual rotation includes breezy polos, iconic T-shirts, rugged leather jackets and expertly faded denim, to name but a few favorites. These are the kind of pieces you can mix and match with effortless ease, particularly leading from summer into early fall.

For smart casual style, look no further than the Huckberry Smart Casual rotation this weekend — that’s my latest and greatest #menswear tip heading into the weekend, and you can look for more where that came from very soon indeed.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save on this Classic-Meets-Modern Flint and Tinder Polo from Huckberry

I’m all about versatile men’s style essentials that deliver the unexpected in evermore different, fresh ways. Of course, in my experience, you can count on Huckberry to design and ship classic menswear with a modern twist, like one of the best polos for men — one that wears, fits and feels more like a T-shirt than the stuffy polo shirts of days gone by.

For starters, this polo is on sale via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section for a whopping 40 percent, a steal of a deal that’s too good to pass up. And beyond that, your new favorite polo simply has serious chops, the kind that make it a modern update to a timeless sporting silhouette.

The Flint and Tinder Cotton Hemp Polo starts, of course, with a soft, breezy cotton-blend fabric, one reinforced with hemp for durability and sustainability.

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Beyond that, this ultra-soft, stylish polo comes in a range of classic colors (although the Natural option is a personal favorite for a summer-friendly change of pace). It also boasts a tailored-yet-smart fit and a crisp two-button placket. If you’re looking for one of the best men’s polos to wear untucked, easily, with smart chinos at the office or with your favorite linen-blend shorts at a summer BBQ, you might have met your match.

Plus, the use of hemp makes this polo anti-microbial — although in my book, this casually cool polo shirt is such a standout deal at Huckberry, you very well might want more than one in your rotation, especially via this weekend’s sale price. Go forth, opt for an unexpected twist on the polo, and reap the (stylish) rewards, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Flint and Tinder Stretch Selvedge Jeans are Your New Go-To Pair

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There are plenty of men’s style essentials I simply can’t get enough of in my daily rotation, particularly from Flint and Tinder and the good folks at Huckberry. That list includes a pair of the best men’s jeans, which Huckberry just seems to keep getting better at crafting, and it doesn’t hurt that Flint and Tinder already has the chops as far as crafting rugged style staples is concerned (See: Your favorite waxed trucker jacket, for starters).

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And the Flint and Tinder Stretch Selvedge Jeans are yet another fitting entry into a well-curated lineup of daily style must-haves, with the specs to run with the best of ’em. Available in both Slim and Straight fits — either of which should prove flattering and versatile — your new favorite blue jeans come in a year-round selvedge denim weight that’s been amped up with a hint of stretch.

The Flint and Tinder Stretch Selvedge Jeans also boast classic selvedge detailing, in addition to a durable weave and design that, as Huckberry says, makes you realize that it’s “no wonder denim enthusiasts call it a favorite.” That goes for my personal experience with some of the best selvedge jeans for men, and I also can’t help but appreciate the vintage-inspired wash (among a trio of options in which you can find the Flint and Tinder Stretch Selvedge Jeans).

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Details like durable, tough hardware — a Flint and Tinder staple — and a custom suede Flint and Tinder back patch round out these stylish men’s jeans quite nicely, as well. And when paired with your favorite henley and a tough-as-nails waxed trucker jacket, the Flint and Tinder Stretch Selvedge Jeans very nearly take the cake as some of the best jeans for men on the market. Try ’em on for size and see for yourself.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 20 Percent on Some of the Best Shorts for Summer From Huckberry

Flint and Tinder men's shorts.

Building a wardrobe filled with, say, the best seasonal style essentials (for spring, summer and beyond) comes down to preparation and opportunity, I always say. After all, when warm weather hits, you want to be well-stocked with summer style essentials (seizing the opportunity!), and that’s where preparation makes perfect.

That goal is no stretch for the good folks at Huckberry, one of the best online menswear shops around (as you well know if you read this blog), and they’ve doubled down with a heck of a steal on the best shorts for men.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are a certified classic and best-seller from the brand — perhaps you recognize the same fabric from the brand’s famed 365 Pants, which blend the style of a chino with the comfortable fit of a jean.

The same hallmarks of that silhouette carry forward here — except, well, in shorts form. Oh, and the best part? Your new favorite summer shorts are about 20 percent off online right now via the Huckberry Sale section.

Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts review.

The days of baggy cargo shorts, as I always tend to say, are long gone, and this stylish pair of Flint and Tinder shorts helps prove that notion handily. Available in flattering inseam lengths (7 inches and 9 inches), I’ve always found these shorts to be supremely comfortable, well-fitting and yes, stylish.

The fabric blend stretches and moves with you like a performance short, while the tailored fit is suitable for styling with everything from your favorite short-sleeve henley to a crisp polo shirt. Color options ranging from Light Grey to a dusty Sand option provide variety for your wardrobe, too.

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Plus, it doesn’t hurt that multiple sizes of each colorway of the Flint and Tinder 365 Shorts are available in a flattering 7-inch inseam for under $65 on sale right now. When opportunity and summer style preparation meet, that’s the sweet spot, and so it goes with some of the best shorts for men.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Flint and Tinder Utility Blazer is a One of the Best Men’s Jackets for Spring and Summer

Best lightweight blazer for men.

As I scour the market for the best men’s style essentials, I emphasize pieces with character, rugged appeal and versatility – if you’ve got the chance to make a selection from one of your favorite online menswear brands that hits the mark in all three areas, that’s a winner.

And while you’ve got options aplenty for the best blazers for men this spring and summer, I know I can trust Huckberry to deliver a seasonal design that’s just different enough from the pack.

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The world of tailoring can feel a bit stuffy and sometimes uncomfortable, but the Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer challenges that notion handily. Case in point: The versatility of a lightweight spring sport coat? Check.

The sharp design of an old-school sportcoat, the sort that features details like casual patch pockets and a useful, eye-catching throat collar latch? Check and check. Oh, and the rugged appeal that only Huckberry and Flint and Tinder can bring to the table? Yes, check and check in that regard as well.

Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer

The best blazers for men call to mind casual Fridays and perhaps evening rooftop dates and coastal getaways, but some blazers are better-suited for the office than for the sort of effortless cool that some spring and summer situations need. But in my experience, the Flint and Tinder 365 Utility Blazer hits the mark nicely in all facets.

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Available in four effortlessly cool colors in classic shades (like Khaki, Navy and Olive), this stylish lightweight sportcoat can dress up jeans ever so slightly. It can also pair up expertly with the Flint and Tinder 365 Chinos for a suitably casual-yet-classy suited look.

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A breathable cotton-spandex blend delivers lightweight comfort and stretch, while an interior chambray pocket can store some EDC valuables. This is the sort of men’s blazer you can rock day in and day out, starting now through the high heat of summer, and you’ve got Huckberry to thank for that. Upgrade your wardrobe accordingly this season.