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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Vans Old Skool Sneakers Update a Classic

It’s hard to argue with the classics when it comes to your spring and summer style rotation, especially as you look to lace up a pair of the best sneakers for men. And it’s a good thing you can find a plentiful selection of sneakers both iconic and modern over at Huckberry, is it not? The pair in question today has been making style waves long before Huckberry’s 2011 launch however.

Yes indeed, the Vans Old Skool has been a rightful style classic for decades, beloved by everyone from skaters to rock legends to stylish fellas like you and me.

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And for 2025, the Vans Old Skool gets a Premium update (they’re called the Vans Premium Old Skool, after all). The premium update arrives in the form of a Gum Sepia combination that allows the Vans Old Skool stripe detailing to shine — just like you remember ’em from days gone by, but with a fresh, new twist. In fact, I’d consider the Vans Premium Old Skool a more grown-up version of your favorite skate shoes, one you still can wear with casual style at the forefront.

The biobased foam insole gives the Vans Premium Old Skool a springy, sustainable touch, while the company also upgraded these kicks with ’90s-era foxing tape for added durability. It’s the combination of Sepia tones with a gum rubber outsole that gives the Vans Premium Old Skool a point of distinction, though, along with a full-grain leather collar lining.

Suffice to say, the Vans Premium Old Skool should prove more durable, comfortable and dependable — and just as stylish — when compared to your favorite vintage pair of Vans men’s sneakers.

The throwback-inspired color combination is just one option as you shop for your fairly priced pair of Vans Premium Old Skool sneakers (you can score them right now at Huckberry for $90. of note). They deliver some serious bang for your buck, particularly when styled with light wash jeans and a classic pocket tee, or else with tailored chino shorts and a fresh navy polo.

For a stylish pair of sneakers that have stood the test of time, the Vans Premium Old Skool sneakers deliver the goods yet again this spring and summer.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Lightweight Relwen Blazer From Huckberry is A Versatile Tailored Wardrobe Addition

Best spring and summer blazers for men.

As we roll into spring and summer, the last thing a stylish fella like yourself wants to worry about is dressing sharp in the heat — or rather, beating the heat in style without sacrificing comfort. It’s a tall order in a time of outdoor weddings and rooftop soirees, but there are ways to combat the heat of spring and summer in comfortable, crisp and stylish fashion: The Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer is a great place to start if you find your calendar packed with more formally inclined outdoor occasions.

It’s everything you could want in an elegant blazer that’s far from stuffy, starting with the fabrication and the classically inspired build.

As sold by our good friends at Huckberry, it’s the kind of blazer that shows you mean business, yet it’s more fresh and modern than a navy blazer with traditional gold buttons — while there’s a time and a place for utterly classic style, the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer is all about good looks tailor-made for warmer weather.

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The Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer carries on the Ohio-based brand’s penchant for nodding to the classics while giving them a fresh twist — for instance, this blazer takes some design cues from old-school sportcoats, the kind that were once worn hunting (note the throat latch and what’s technically a five-button front). And yet, the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer also retains all the trappings of a traditional, casual sportcoat, using patch pockets and a lightweight stretch cotton exterior for plenty of comfort, at least in my experience.

I’ve worn the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer to outdoor rooftop drinks and to meetings in the city (this is a Brooklyn style blog, after all), and I’ve found the garment-washed finish gives it lightweight comfort, while the stretch cotton design offers enough flexibility to wear it over a stretch dress shirt, an Oxford shirt or even a Huckberry T-shirt.

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The Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer even features helpful touches like a hidden interior chest zip pocket for your valuables, while it’s also built out with a traditional welt chest pocket, like other favorite blazers in your rotation. Its lack of padding gives it a breezy, rather than stuffy, feel, while the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer comes in shades ranging British Khaki to Olive and Charcoal (Charcoal is my personal favorite).

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It feels durable without being overly heavy, and it wears as easily with chinos and a chambray shirt as it does with a tee and rolled light wash jeans. For all your outdoor tailored pursuits this summer, consider reaching for the seriously versatile, effortlessly cool Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer from Huckberry, folks.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: The Ultimate Western Weekend with Oskar Blues Brewery & Dale’s Pale Ale

Dale's Pale Ale.

Over the years, I’ve had the great fortune to try some of the best American craft beer on the market — in Brooklyn, in my home state of Michigan and across the country (and the globe — did you know there’s a booming craft beer scene in Madrid!?).

If you follow me on Instagram (or keep up with this blog), you know I’ve got a passion for all things spirits and suds, and I’ve even had the chance to cover the best new microbrews at sites like Maxim.com. In fact, you might say craft beer was my first love, at least before I dove into the world of fine American bourbon — and all that goes with it, of course.

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Yes indeed, way back when I was covering the best gear for spring and summer at GearMoose, I also found that the same things I treasured — an expertly cut pair of denim or a well-fitting chambray shirt, for instance — also made for a nice uniform of sorts to wear to… a craft brewery!

It’s the little things that make the difference, and so I find myself once again with the chance to pursue my passions, cover the gear (and beer!) I love, and travel the country (and the world!) while doing so.

And that’s why, live from Denver, I’ve made yet another trek out West with iconic craft brewery Oskar Blues Brewery, makers of the excellent (and groundbreaking) Dale’s Pale Ale as well as a host of other deliciously crushable beers that tend to pair well with outdoor pursuits aplenty.

In fact, in a fun turn of events, the brewery is the official beer of U.S.A. Curling! And with next year’s Winter Olympics on the horizon, Denver is hosting the USA Curling Mixed Fours National Championship — I’ve seen curling on TV, you’ve seen curling on TV but the chance to check it out in person (all while also touring the iconic Oskar Blues Brewery) is too good (and too fun!) to pass up.

Now, Dale’s Pale Ale — a longtime favorite I first discovered when I moved to NYC more than a decade ago, as luck would have it — is far from the only beer Oskar Blues makes, but it’s among the finest and most accessible, with rich malt character and delicate hop spice. It’s a change of pace from the wine I recently sipped in the French Riviera (more on that below), but one I welcome as a return to form — who can turn down a fresh beer right off the canning line?

But enough about beer — for now, at least. I’ll be outfitting myself with rugged style favorites best suited for a brewery tour, like Flint and Tinder menswear from Huckberry. Those aren’t the only menswear selections I’ve brought with me out West, of course, as you know if you (repeat after me) follow me on Instagram.

Sturdy Blundstone boots and a great field watch are also top of mind. In the meantime, it’s the best of all worlds in my neck of the woods: Fresh beer, rugged menswear and a glimpse of fresh air and blue sky in lovely Denver. Again, keep up with me on social media to follow along with all the fun, and keep it locked here for two stylish spring blog posts headed your way on Saturday and Sunday. As ever, thank you for reading!

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Durable Huckberry Chukka Boots are a Bargain for Your Spring Boot Rotation

Building an #OOTD from the ground up, especially in the anything-goes days of spring, where weather can turn on you at a moment’s notice, often requires a pair of the best boots for the men. A pair built with versatility and dependable style in mind, a pair that can work as well with faded light wash jeans as they do with stretch chinos — a pair like the Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots, my friends.

This time around, you’ll find them at Huckberry and in the Huckberry Sale section, always a wise place to start your search for rugged, hard-working (and discounted) gear for guys.

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In my experience with Rhodes Footwear boots at Huckberry and via other Rhodes boots reviews on this very Brooklyn style blog, I’ve found that comfort is key, a respect for heritage design is top of mind, and a balance between rugged work boots and more casually stylish everyday boots is top of mind.

My friends, that’s precisely what you’re getting with the Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots — and they just so happen to be marked down about $100 right now in the always-reliable, always-fun-to-shop Huckberry Sale section. The specs speak for themselves, but I’d say a closer look is in order, wouldn’t you?

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The Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots boast the classic three-eyelet build of the chukka boot, set atop resoleable Goodyear welt construction featuring contrast stitching. And one of the best pairs of chukka boots for men gets its durability and good looks from the use of handcrafted waxed bovine leather, the kind that’ll take on a beautiful patina over time.

Leather-lined insoles will also mold to your feet and provide instant comfort right out of the box — from the very first wear of the Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots, which you might just grow to learn are your new favorite chukka boots.

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The Vibram outsole should give you some serious spring in your step (plus added traction on cobblestone city streets as you search out an Old Fashioned). The Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots also feature a profile that’s neither too casually rugged nor too dressy to wear with jeans — like the best men’s chukka boots on the market, they’re about as wearable as it gets with plenty of pairs of pants in your rotation.

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Throw in the fact that you’re saving nearly $100 on the Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots, and the purchase might nearly be made for you. Dress ’em down with a denim Western shirt and black jeans, dress ’em up slightly with a lightweight stretch cotton blazer and olive chinos, and get ready to get plenty of wear out of the reliable-as-can-be Rhodes Footwear Harrison Chukka Boots, folks.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Flint and Tinder’s American Heavyweight Pocket Tee is a Casual, Everyday Must-Have for Spring and Summer

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There are certain steps in the process to building a wardrobe filled with men’s style essentials that can represent a bit of a turning point, at least in my experience. Finding a pair of stylish leather boots or a perfectly fitted pair of jeans is a milestone in any season, for instance.

But when you invest in the best when it comes to your more casual, everyday basics — like finding one of the best men’s T-shirts — well, that’s when you’ve truly rounded a corner heading into a new season. In fact, as we often talk about here on the blog, you’ll find upgrades like that in every category within the friendly confines of Huckberry’s well-stocked digital outlet (to say the very least).

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And when you buy less, but buy better, when you invest in your basics and discover a never-before-seen level of quality, reliability and dependability, that’s when your wardrobe of spring style must-haves gets even better.

The Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt definitely qualifies in that regard, and learning more about one of the best American-made T-shirts is a wise way to start a new spring week. The hard-working, well-made Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt checks plenty of the proper boxes when it comes to ramping up your T-shirt drawer.

In fact, in my experience, your new favorite T-shirt goes well beyond just serving as an undershirt or a base layer (although this handsome pocket T-shirt is definitely more than ready to add style and substance to any #OOTD featuring a stylish lightweight jacket).

The Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt starts with a substantial yet soft 8.5oz. cotton construction, which is made all the better by garment-washing and dying for added softness. In a plethora of helpful, stylish colors, your new favorite pocket tee should fit tailored in a flattering manner, rather than baggy or oversized (which seems to be the trend these days among T-shirts). When in doubt, take your normal T-shirt size in any shade of the stylish, versatile Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt.

Fear not, because in any color — and whether worn on its own or beneath a waxed trucker jacket — this American-made T-shirt is the sort of casual, everyday style upgrade that’ll offer a noticeable difference from the jump.

With the Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt, that extends from its rugged good looks to its clean fit and exceptional fabric — each of which makes it worth the higher asking price compared to other T-shirts on the market. The next time you reach for a new casual tee in a laidback style scenario, make sure it’s the Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Pocket T-shirt.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Merino Polo from Huckberry Blends Performance and Style (At a Discount)

Best polo shirts for men.

When you scour the market for the best spring style essentials, what do you look for? Do you look for picks that blend the best of utility with performance and effortlessly cool style? That’s the mission of this blog, after all, and it all comes together in one expertly cut polo shirt — one that’s nicely priced at a discount — from our friends at Huckberry.

Think of it like your favorite polo shirt, just done up with performance fabric and the same wear-with-anything design, from the office to the links and back.

You’ll find it among a host of spring style must-haves priced to sell in the Huckberry Sale section, from crisp chinos to stylish lounge shorts, loafers and essentials for the home, but let’s dive into what makes the Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo Shirt so special (and so needed for your own wardrobe).

As Huckberry tells it, your new favorite polo shirt is a cut above, featuring “thermoregulating, odor-resistant, moisture-wicking Australian merino wool,” the kind that wicks away sweat, keeps you cool and serves a long-lasting purpose (Huckberry puts selections like the aptly named Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo Shirt through 72 hours of wear testing, after all).

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All the classic details you need in a versatile polo remain, including a three-button placket — this time, the Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo Shirt is finished with matte black snap buttons for a low-key, subtly stylish look.

Nylon is used at key stress points to give the Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo Shirt some durability and a clean look — the kind that allows this handsome performance polo to be worn tucked in with stretch chinos or untucked with comfortable lounge shorts and leather loafers at a weekend BBQ.

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It’s even finished with UPF30+ sun protection, the sort of detail that Huckberry never seems to overlook. How’s that for the right mix of performance, style and effortless cool? Not bad at all, my friends.

And given the fact that the Proof 72-Hour Merino Polo Shirt is marked down below $70 on sale, it’s also high time to take advantage of a wear-with-anything, go-anywhere polo shirt from the menswear masters at Huckberry.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This On-Sale Flint and Tinder Jacket is Perfectly Rugged for Spring Weather

Flint and Tinder waxed jacket review.

There’s a happy medium to strike as you sort through your array of men’s style essentials, especially for spring: Blustery weather can strike at any moment, and proper preparation (and style) calls for building an outfit with a rugged performance jacket in mind. There’s also a line to walk between performance (the kind of jacket you’d wear to go hiking or camping), and more casual everyday style (the kind of jacket you’d wear with crisp jeans and chukka boots).

My friends at Huckberry — and your friends at Huckberry, of course — have a way in terms of finding the expert middle ground between toughness, form and function, and it’s all on display rather handsomely with the new, on-sale Flint and Tinder York Quilted Jacket (we’re talking about the Tuesday Steal, after all).

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The Flint and Tinder York Quilted Jacket carries on the brand’s penchant for sturdy, strong yet supple waxed jackets, each more carefully crafted than the last. This particular option (marked down below $180 from nearly $300) turns the typical Flint and Tinder formula — classic trucker jackets and field jackets — on its head by opting instead for a streamlined puffer jacket design.

The same trademark weatherproof treatment remains top of mind, as Huckberry worked with famed British producer Halley Stevenson on a custom Halley Stevensons Dry Finish Waxed Cotton Canvas fabric in a tough 8.6 oz weight. That means the Flint and Tinder York Quilted Jacket is a touch heavier than the 7oz. waxed sailcloth of the iconic Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket, which just so happens to be another fine spring wardrobe addition.

And while the body of this jacket is lined with 100 percent nylon for strength and an easy-on, easy-off touch, recycled polyester and PrimaLoft fill out key stress points (like the collar) for additional warmth without a ton of weight.

The hard-wearing Flint and Tinder York Quilted Jacket even comes in Huckberry’s signature Field Tan color, or a versatile shade of Dark Olive. Sizes are going quickly now that it’s prime time to rock this casually cool, functionally minded take on the puffer jacket. Think of it like your old-school quilted puffer, yet amped up with the sort of style and utility only Huckberry can provide. You can’t go wrong with spring savings and style on the Flint and Tinder York Quilted Jacket, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Step Into Spring with These Stylish, On-Sale Sunglasses from Huckberry

As we move ever deeper into spring (at least, the early parts of spring), perhaps you’re dusting off some men’s style essentials you haven’t worn in some time (at least, not frequently during fall and winter). Among those spring menswear must-haves, perhaps you find yourself scouring the market for a set of the best new sunglasses — you’ve come to the right place on this fine Sunday indeed, folks.

Your friends — and mine! — at Huckberry are now offering up an on-sale selection to compete with the best of ’em, as the company’s new Walden Eyewear line is up for grabs at a discount.

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Yes indeed, as we often say here at The Style Guide, it can be tough at times to find on-sale selections for gear that actually comes in handy in a current season (just check your favorite department store — winter outerwear is on the discount rack at a steal of a deal many places).

And so it’s refreshing to this Brooklyn style writer to come across the Walden Eyewear Passage Sunglasses at nearly 50 percent off via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section. As the famed adventure and Americana retailer says, its sunglasses line is “all about stripping away unnecessary details in favor of simplicity,” and that includes using sustainable materials in this clean, simple and versatile silhouette.

The build of the Walden Eyewear Passage Sunglasses is similar to a pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarers in terms of subtly stylish, classic looks, while the frames themselves are fashioned from sustainable “green nylon” material. The handsome and effortlessly cool Walden Eyewear Passage Sunglasses also feature details like 100 percent UVA/UVB protection in lens form, plus a sleek tapered temple shape and five-barrel riveted hinges for added durability.

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When you dive into crisply designed details plus Huckberry’s trademark penchant for durability, it’s a wonder the Walden Eyewear Passage Sunglasses are on sale for less than $70, a whopping discount given the fact that you can assuredly wear your new favorite sunglasses for years to come.

Even the use of recycled alongside the acetate build of the Walden Eyewear Passage Sunglasses speaks to durability and long-term toughness (and timeless style, of course). And for about 50 percent off, these dependable frames can be yours — just in time for spring and summer style moves aplenty, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Flint and Tinder Western Shirt Puts a Modern Spin on a Rugged Classic

Best Western shirts for men.

As you build out your spring style rotation and look to bolster your wardrobe with stylish menswear aplenty, perhaps you find yourself exploring a mix of both old and new styles, picks that seem familiar but also feel fresh. While the denim shirt is a tried-and-true style classic, all things Western are having a serious moment right now (thank you, Yellowstone!).

So while a stylish denim shirt seems familiar, picking up a new twist on the style — one of the best Western shirts for men from the good folks at Huckberry — seems to be a wise move heading into the breezy climes of spring, does it not?

It feels classic yet contemporary, and the latest and greatest edition of the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt certainly checks the right boxes in terms of durability, rugged appeal, crisp style and even versatility. Let’s take a closer look at perhaps your new favorite shirt, shall we?

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Part of a refreshed rotation of stylish men’s shirts at Huckberry for spring, this on-trend take on the Western shirt still keeps the classic details front and center, despite its more eye-catching pattern.

With strong USA-made construction featuring 8oz. 100 percent cotton – light enough to wear on its own on hot days, sturdy enough to wear over a T-shirt or henley when it’s more breezy – I’d say the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt is about as versatile as it gets in terms of casual shirting. In fact, you can even style this handsome Western shirt in slightly elevated fashion, as Huckberry showcases by teaming it with a Western-style blazer.

And recall what we said about those classic touches being front and center: The Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt boasts burnt cow bone button snaps, plus two angled chest pockets in timeless Western shirt fashion.

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Huckberry notes this shirt features durable stitching for good measure, and it comes in the company’s standard range of sizes — nicely tailored, but not overly tight nor too relaxed. When it comes to a slight style swerve from the norm, this tasteful Western shirt could be just what the (style) doctor ordered — and that’s a winner in my book for expert spring men’s fashion, folks.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: New Spring Menswear & the Trip of a Lifetime with the Huckberry Explorer’s Grant

If ever there were a brand to puts its money where its mouth is, so to speak, at least in terms of delivering the best gear for adventures far afield, then it very well might be Huckberry. The Americana and adventure retailer is a fitting choice to kick off today’s Friday Read and to kick off your search for the best new spring menswear out there.

And on the heels of an adventure of my own last week — an opportunity to review a luxury hotel in Saint Tropez — I simply can’t wait to get back out there on the road again. There’s no time like the present to set your sights on the horizon either, as the triumphant return of Huckberry Explorer’s Grants delivers an absolutely prime chance to go far afield and carve out epic new memories.

The insanely cool opportunity hasn’t been seen in some time (I previously wrote about Huckberry Explorer’s Grant IV way back in 2016), but it’s now back and absolutely better than ever. The 2025 edition of the Huckberry Explorer’s Grant boasts a value up to a very cool $50,000, including four nights at a 5-star adventure lodge, first-class flights for you and an adventure companion to get there, and a whopping $20K in Huckberry credit to outfit yourself with the best new spring menswear and gear.

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Not a bad deal at all, right? Oh, and don’t forget that the Huckberry Explorer’s Grant comes with credit for a rental car to get you where you’re going (and to get you far off the grid) with utility in mind. It’s an astounding opportunity that showcases what Huckberry is best at: Durable, rugged, hard-wearing gear made for going off-trail and around the globe (and that’s an understatement in this case).

Adventure options aplenty are abundant in the travel package, from southern Utah on up to Maine or out to Big Sur — to say the Huckberry Explorer’s Grant is rather epic is, again, an understatement. How to enter the adventure-focused Huckberry Explorer’s Grant contest (now until March 31st)? Sign up at Huckberry with your E-mail, then look out for up to 31 more ways to boost your number of entries.

The Huckberry Explorer’s Grant doesn’t come around very often, so now that it’s back in full force (thanks to Toyota), I’d say the chance of a lifetime is yours for the taking. Good luck entering the Huckberry Explorer’s Grant — take a chance while you’ve still got the choice, and we’ll See Out There, thanks to Huckberry, of course.