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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: These Astorflex Moc Toe Boots from Huckberry Will Carry You Right Into Fall

There’s a right way to ease into fall, assuredly, and it often starts from the ground up. While it’s still plenty sweltering across much of the country, when fall finally does roll into town, you’ll assuredly know it, and you’ll want the best menswear essentials along for the ride. Consider it a welcome day indeed to wear your favorite henley, your best flannel shirt, your tried-and-true pair of denim… and of course, your favorite pair of leather boots.

Your white canvas sneakers or white leather sneakers are valuable in the spring and summer, but the best men’s boots for fall step things up in another way entirely (pun intended).

As rugged and functional as they are utterly stylish, you’re going to want dependable boots on your feet when the time comes — the pair above from both Huckberry and Astorflex seems to pass muster in my opinion, do they not?

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Crafted in a family-owned European factory notable for using sustainable materials like crepe rubber outsoles in its best-selling, utterly classic chukka boots, this pair of moc toe boots delivers a sturdier look and feel for brisk autumn days, among other benefits to you, the stylish wearer.

The Astorflex Teoflex Moc Toe Boots are but the latest and greatest pair of boots for men from the Huckberry-approved brand, built with handcrafted, Italian-made detailing from rich nubuck leather.

The key here is the use of oiled bovine nubuck leather, along with the craftsmanship that makes the Astorflex company at large so special. As Huckberry notes, these boots were “handmade by the Travenzoli family—the source for some of Italy’s finest leather footwear for seven generations,” which is never a bad source of pedigree to have in your footwear rotation.

Set on a crepe rubber outsole — not unlike other pairs of the best boots from Astorflex, these boots will take on their own handsome patina over time, with sturdy moc toe construction and easy-to-use speed lace hooks at the upper.

A fresh take on the classic work boot could be just what your wardrobe needs, whether worn with expertly faded denim or olive stretch chinos and a chambray shirt. Take the Astorflex Teoflex Moc Toe Boots, make ’em your own and watch as they get better with age — that’s what the best fall fashion for men is all about, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker is Back and Better than Ever

At the best of times, the coolest men’s gear (especially for the fall season) transcends time and space to become a constant presence in your wardrobe. The right flannel shirt, an expertly cut pair of blue jeans and your favorite, treasured leather boots all deserve their rightful place of honor in your rotation of the best menswear for autumn — and you could say the same about the casually rugged, expertly crafted waxed trucker jacket of choice.

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Let’s go one step further — the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket in all its glory belongs on the proverbial Mount Rushmore of modern menswear, and it’s now back and better than ever in a new colorway.

Crafted in a new shade of Natural (as well as an eye-catching, limited-edition Sea Kelp Camo), the best-selling, fan-favorite waxed trucker jacket gets a fresh look with the same tried-and-true specs that have made it the best-selling Huckberry product of all-time. How about that, ehh?

For Huckberry, that means the new colorway of the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket still boasts the same precise attention to detail and rugged appeal as other classic options from the Americana retailer. This particular option is made in Los Angeles for the ultimate in quality craftsmanship, while the re-waxable 100% cotton-based Martexin 10.10 oz. Army Duck Canvas is tough as nails and made to be broken in year after year.

This revamped take on the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket also features a 14-wale corduroy collar for stylish contrast and protection from the elements, while its F&T custom metal buttons get a durable antique finish. As with other editions of the tried-and-true waxed trucker jacket, the retailer uses a custom blanket stripe flannel lining through the body and sleeves for warmth and added structure.

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And if you want to talk about a jacket that can stand up to adventures on the open road and out in the field, this is your new go-to option, Huckberry notes. “Over time, it will develop a distinct patina, shaped by wear and the elements,” and yet, there should be little-to-no break-in time needed, at least in my experience wearing my favorite waxed trucker jacket.

When it comes time to welcome the season at hand in earnest, you already know what jacket will be on your shoulders: The Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket, of course. See you out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Wills Sweater Chore Coat Is A Stylish, Discounted Fall Layering Option

Through the changing seasons, you might find that the best menswear essentials in your rotation are the sort of picks that do more than one thing well — like the hybrid nature of a sneaker-boot, the durable nature of chinos that feel more like joggers, or a sweater that wears both like a blazer and a cardigan.

And in these evermore casual times, the ability to move seamlessly from a more laidback dress code to a more polished look and feel isn’t a bad thing, my friends. Let’s carry on, shall we?

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That’s the sort of versatility shown above with the latest from Huckberry and the Huckberry Sale section, as the Wills Sweater Chore Coat arrives just in time for prime fall layering, with the savings to match.

In fact, it’s marked down by about 50 percent right now, a remarkable deal that gives you plenty of leeway to add other Huckberry style essentials to your rotation while saving a few bucks — that’s not the only upside to finding a sweater that wears like a chore coat or even a blazer at the best of times.

A crucial part of the Huckberry roster, the Wills lineup focuses on premium business casual menswear in luxe fabrics at relatively accessible prices, made all the better by the fact that the Wills Sweater Chore Coat is now selling for under $100 in a range of sizes.

There’s plenty to love about this rugged-yet-sleek option from Huckberry though, starting with the fact that it blends cotton and nylon for durability and stretch,plus plenty of layering potential atop other casually rugged yet stylish menswear classics, like a chambray shirt or Oxford shirt in equal measure.

A chest pocket and two front pockets deliver both visual appeal and storage space for your everyday carry, while Huckberry says that this jacket blends “the comfort of your go-to sweater with the timeless functionality of a French chore coat.”

How’s that for versatile style you can pair with both stretch chinos and classic dark blue jeans? There’s plenty of upside to finding a top layer that does two things at once, and does them plenty well — find out more about the Wills Sweater Chore Coat at Huckberry now, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Proof Double-Knee Rover Workwear Pants – Ready For Anything This Coming Season

Best workwear pants for men.

It’s like we’ve been saying: Sometimes, you can feel it arriving on the air as far as fall, perhaps the best season for the very best menswear, is concerned. The right gear can help you now, then and in the months beyond, especially if you ease into the transition back to the office or back to school with utility and rugged good looks in mind.

That’s where Huckberry comes into play, and that’s where some of the best workwear can help you hit the trail, set up camp, rake up some leaves and kick back at the cabin, of course.

Look no further than the Proof Double-Knee Workwear Pants for a bit of go-anywhere, do-anything versatility, with classically rugged good looks and the classic Huckberry penchant for outdoor adventure top of min.

Proof has long been one of my favorite brands at Huckberry, making workwear pants with stretch that are modeled off classic five-pocket pants — and delivering more performance-minded outdoor staples like the Proof Double-Knee Workwear Pants, too. As Huckberry sagely says, these are “built for everyday wear,” adding that the surprisingly handsome yet durable “Rover Double-Knee Work Pant is a full-mettle pant that’s down for your dirtiest jobs.”

For the good folks at Huckberry, that means using a blend of cotton and recycled polyester for maximum durability, stretch and shape retention, while tough-as-nails rivets enhance the useful double knee construction. For good measure, your new favorite work pants come in a range of classic Huckberry fits, including the trademark HB Straight fit for added range of motion.

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Huckberry also notes that these rugged, hard-working pants are “cut from engineered fabric that regulates temperature and wicks moisture away from the body,” while the pigment dye gives a lived-in look and feel that only gets better each time you wear your new favorite outdoor adventure pants, my friends.

And when teamed with the right leather boots and a chambray shirt, they even clean up nicely for more casual pursuits. Should you wish to put the Proof Double-Knee Workwear Pants through their paces this fall, I have no doubt they’ll more than pass muster — would you expect anything less from Huckberry? Hit the road with the Proof Double-Knee Workwear Pants and get the job done, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Take An Extra 15 Percent Off the Best Gear for Men Right Now at Huckberry

Huckberry men's gear.

Step right up, step right on up and gear up for the best season in menswear with a few crucial style finds and some serious savings right now, my friends. The best men’s gear from Huckberry is every bit as good as advertised, from handsome leather loafers to durable shirting, performance shorts, rugged everyday carry essentials and much more — oh so much more, my friends.

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And it’s high time you hopped on over to the Huckberry Sale on Sale, where you can take an additional 15 percent off on-sale style and gear finds now through August 30th. As often seems to be the case at the famed retailer — one of my personal favorites and one of the best online menswear shops — there’s a bit of everything for the taking, from the LUCA Drift Penny Loafers shown above to discounted gear from fan favorite brand Flint and Tinder.

You’ll also find an enviable lineup of daily menswear essentials from the likes of Relwen — in fact, it’s a downright steal to score an office-ready shirt like the Relwen Highland Blues Shirt.

Yessir, I’d say you can count on the fact that the Huckberry Sale on Sale is one of the better finds around at the moment as far as both style and savings are concerned. Huckberry certainly seems to know this, adding that “most of the sales you know will have a tough time competing with this,” and that sentiment certainly rings true, at least in my experience.

Rugged gear from the likes of Patagonia, plus a vast array of boat shoes, durable leather chukka boots, classic henleys, shirt jackets, sneaker boots and even sunglasses are also getting the proverbial red-pen markdown via the Huckberry Sale on Sale — what will you find next to add to your style and gear rotation? You’ve got until August 30th to get the job done as we look towards early fall, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Flint and Tinder Herringbone Workshirt Is A Perfect Wardrobe Addition for Fall

Best denim shirts for men.

Can you feel it in the air? The first waves of fall? It might still be sweltering in your neck of the woods, and you very well might be trying to ring every last drop out of summer with your favorite gear and menswear essentials, but it’s time to take a quick glimpse — a slight glance — towards the best fall menswear and how you’re going to get out there in proper, rugged fashion this season.

Of course, the good folks at Huckberry can help, and a slew of Huckberry New Arrivals more than serves to point you in the right direction as far as standout style is concerned.

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The latest and greatest from Huckberry fan favorite Flint and Tinder, with its rugged Americana leanings, kicks things off in expert fall style, as the Flint and Tinder Washed Herringbone Shirt serves up classic appeal and versatile good looks for laidback style scenarios aplenty. Somewhere in between the company’s sturdy waxed trucker jackets and lightweight tees and polos for summer is this transitional layer, featuring garment-dyed 100 percent cotton herringbone construction and a lived-in look and feel.

More rugged than an Oxford shirt or a dress shirt, yet not as burly as a heavyweight flannel shirt, the Flint and Tinder Washed Herringbone Shirt should prove reliable piece when worn on its own, sleeves rolled up alongside Flint and Tinder 365 Pants, or else layered up over a henley with canvas work pants.

The Flint and Tinder Washed Herringbone Shirt also boasts two button-front chest pockets for added versatility and everyday carry storage capacity, while triangle side-seam gussets ramp up the performance-focused workwear nature of this durable men’s denim shirt.

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The texture of the Flint and Tinder Washed Herringbone Shirt is a major selling point as far as old school-inspired style is concerned, and when it comes to this vintage-tinged workshirt, Huckberry perhaps put it best:”Originally built for rail and factory workers, workshirts have transitioned from a job-site essential to a hardwearing staple of the modern guy’s wardrobe,”
and as it turns out, the famed retailer is utterly correct.

Look towards fall style the right way with your new favorite denim overshirt from a retailer that knows a thing or two about making ’em, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Get Dressed in Expert Business Casual Style With This Flint and Tinder Blazer from Huckberry

There’s a delicate art, a feeling of sorts, as you look to bridge the gap between debonair office style (or any scenario where a tailored look is appreciated), and that of today’s more casual dress codes. A full suit likely isn’t called for in your neck of the woods most of the time, but there’s a difference between an ultra-dressy #OOTD and something that’s a little too casual for the office — or a date night, or a drinks meeting, or somewhere in between.

Of course, the good folks at Huckberry tend to nail this balance, drawing inspiration from the recent stylish past while meeting you (the modern, well-dressed man!) in the very middle.

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The key lies in nailing business casual dress codes, putting forth the right amount of effort while also remaining comfortable and — dare I say it — a bit dashing in a sort of “Robert Redford” type way. Let an updated version of the classic navy blazer be your guiding light, my friends — let the Flint and Tinder Studio Blazer deliver just the right blend of easygoing good looks and business casual polish.

As you well know if you read this site on the regular, Flint and Tinder checks the proper boxes in terms of rugged good looks across its lineup of waxed jackets and burly flannel shirts.

And yet, there’s a distinctly polished sensibility to the Flint and Tinder Studio Blazer, with an unlined build and crisp details that Huckberry notes were “inspired by the casual-yet-capable blazers favored by architects and industrial designers,” and you should take the same approach as you style your new favorite men’s blazer.

That means using a mix-and-match approach, like teaming mid-wash blue jeans with the navy version of this blazer, alongside a white or charcoal Oxford shirt and medium-brown chukka boots, for instance.

The Flint and Tinder Studio Blazer should prove plenty wearable in its own right starting now and rolling into early fall, thanks to its unlined, garment-washed stretch cotton blend. Plus, it’s priced at under $200 and available in six helpful, standard sizes for limitless wearability, my friends.

Between the crisp Navy option and the breezy Khaki variety up for grabs right now via Huckberry, this blazer boasts classically casual touches like hip flap patch pockets and a chest patch pocket — there’s a leisurely yet luxe-looking nature to this blazer, with a design that makes it easy to wear over a merino tee or a sweater polo as well as your favorite chambray shirt.

With Huckberry’s helpful sizing chart as your guide, find your perfect fit and discover all the ways you can make this modern men’s blazer work for your transitional wardrobe.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Moc Toe Boots from Huckberry and LUCA Deliver Maximum Form and Function

Transitional, versatile footwear seems to be all the rage these days — at least, that’s the case on this style blog, where there are plentiful considerations for your menswear wardrobe to keep in mind. That goes for the right pair of summer sneakers you’re wearing now, as well as the durable, rugged chukka boots or moc toe boots you’re going to wear with expertly faded denim heading into early (very early!) fall.

And that’s what brings us to yet another standout pair of Huckberry chukka boots, especially a pair on sale from the famed Americana-focused retailer.

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Huckberry offers up a number of brands they’ve designed themselves, from the classic stylings of Flint and Tinder trucker jackets to the expertly crafted business casual-meets-performance lineup of Wills menswear.

And LUCA marks another way to step into new territory, often blending hybrid or natural rubber outsoles with leather or suede uppers across trainer-style sneakers, Chelsea boots and of course, the handsome LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots you see before you today.

As you design your perfectly rugged #OOTD featuring classic dark blue jeans and a henley, for instance, they could just be the very boots you want on your feet — and they’re on sale right now for about 40 percent off. Beyond that, they’re just a finely crafted pair of moc toe boots with easily wearable style in spades.

The LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots boast all the trappings of the best boots for men, from eye-catching contrast stitching to moc toe construction with a roomy toe box, not to mention a springy crepe rubber outsole for comfort and durability underfoot. Your new favorite moc toe boots also come with resoleable welt construction, a bit of a rarity among natural crepe rubber outsoles. Plus, they’re reinforced in key stress areas and feature handsome leather that will develop a remarkable patina over time.

And yes, all of this is yours in a wide range of sizes for under $150. For dependable style to carry you from right now into early fall and well beyond, find some of the best new leather boots for men ASAP in the confines of the Huckberry Sale section, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Embrace Laidback Summer Style With This Expertly Crafted Huckberry Long-Sleeve Tee

At times, you need to keep it simple and breezy yet stylish — evening beach walks, bonfires, cabin weekends and just about any laidback summer adventure can best be met and enjoyed with the right gear, including a casually cool long-sleeve T-shirt.

As simple as it might seem, one of the best long-sleeve tees for men can do both a little and a lot at the same time — there’s ample coverage from the sun’s rays, there’s the ease of throwing on a T-shirt and there’s the comfort in knowing you’ve scored the right one, rather than resorting to picking up a logo tee from the beach gift shop (been there, done that!).

And for my money’s worth, the Proof PatinaTech Long-Sleeve T-shirt delivers an ample mix of performance and rugged good looks in equal measure, as one might expect from our friends at Huckberry.

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While this handsome long-sleeve tee might have a vintage look and feel, there’s substantial performance built into every fiber, as Huckberry notes. The fabric in particular is a feat of technical engineering and laidback style, as the famed Americana retailer notes that the Proof PatinaTech Long-Sleeve T-shirt “cools your skin down up to seven degrees and dries four times faster than cotton.” How’s that for a T-shirt that meets the moment in matters of versatile good looks and go-anywhere performance?

The pigment-dyed fabric of the Proof PatinaTech Long-Sleeve T-shirt will develop even more wear over time, in the right way, while ribbed cuffs at the wrist deliver an easy-yet-secure fit, whether you wear your new favorite T-shirt with chino shorts, breezy drawstring shorts or your favorite pair of mid-wash blue jeans and chukka boots.

Available in two wear-with-anything colors and priced at $88, this should prove a rugged, easy-to-layer T-shirt you can feel great about investing in, all thanks to the carefully considered design ethos of Huckberry. For now, your summer evenings just gained a valuable dose of form and function — layer up reliably and stylishly, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: VAER Watches x Huckberry G2 Pacific Steel GMT Watch – A Rugged, Functional Wrist Game Move

Best GMT watches for men.

At least in my experience, the right upgrades in terms of accessories can deliver a major difference in matters of style, utility and even confidence. There’s something intentional and yes, also fashionable about wearing the right type of watch, even if you don’t consider yourself a “watch guy.”

And while there are plentiful levels to the watch enthusiast world, it helps when a retailer you know and trust — like Huckberry, one of the best online shops for guys — can offer up a style solution in terms of the best men’s watches that just makes perfect sense for your lifestyle.

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Enter the stainless steel watch, as wearable with a navy polo and stretch chinos as lounge shorts and a pocket tee. The one shown hre is fashioned from marine-grade 316L stainless steel, in fact (more on that in a moment). And the more useful bells and whistles in said watch, the farther you can go — take the new, ultra-exclusive yet fairly affordable VAER Watches x Huckberry G2 Pacific Steel GMT Watch.

Could it be one of the best men’s watches for the adventurous man on the go? Very possible indeed, and it’s built with all the tools needed for outdoor adventures and global jet-setting all year ’round.

The GMT watch, unlike other watches with standard quartz or automatic movements, adds a fourth hand that can be set to track another time zone at a glance — perfect for keeping an eye on the time overseas or as you pass time zones. With its sunray-style black dial and durable, useful bi-directional rotating 24-hour bezel, this watch hits the right notes for true, hard-working wearability.

In fact, as you might have seen on my Instagram, the GMT watch is one of my favorite styles of watch, and the good folks at Huckberry and VAER Watches have perfected the style.

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VAER Watches makes a perfect partner for Huckberry, focusing on USA-made watches inspired by old-school military, pilot’s and field watches — much like Huckberry makes perfectly Americana-inspired gear, from the Western shirt to the trucker Jacket.

Throw on this handsome GMT watch, and you’ve got an ensemble set for just about anything that leans more casually rugged. As Huckberry notes, “Vaer’s G2 channels the spirit of the iconic 1971 Rolex Explorer II,” which was originally built for cave diving.

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And now, back on dry land, this watch acts as an expert blend of utility and style, whether you wear it on its custom-fit stainless steel bracelet or a NATO strap (NATO straps are prized for their performance in water and their quick-drying nylon build). With 495 feet of water resistance, this is a timepiece truly built to go the distance, and it even features luminescent numerals for visibility in low-light conditions.

Beyond that, it’s a handsome watch made with outdoor pursuits in mind — would you expect anything less from Huckberry and VAER Watches? Make it yours today and take the plunge into the finely crafted world of watches, my friends.