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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Flint and Tinder’s Best-Selling Trucker Jacket Just Got a Major Upgrade

Flint and Tinder trucker jacket review.

It’s like we’ve been saying for weeks if not months on this Brooklyn style blog: There’s not a better time of year for menswear than right now, with its rich layers, its promise of crisp outdoor adventure and the chance to lean into your rugged side.

And certain retailers just meet the moment quite handily, as you also well know if you read this menswear blog on the regular. Of course, Huckberry stocks the kind of vintage-inspired, Americana-tinged gear you can count on to power everything from weekend farmer’s market visits to cabin getaways, bonfires, park strolls and more.

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But even the best gear needs an upgrade or a refresh from time to time, including one of Huckberry’s best sellers, the indomitable and incomparable Flint and Tinder Trucker Jacket.

The company’s best-selling item of all-time is normally made from a hard-wearing Martexin sailcloth and lined with striped blanket flannel lining, but the latest and greatest Flint and Tinder trucker jacket gets a big-time, highly intriguing upgrade: Witness the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket, which blends the softness of 100 percent indigo-dyed cotton with distinctive Japanese Sashiko stitching.

There’s plenty of character to love in the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket, which updates a true modern menswear classic in utterly eye-catching fashion. As Huckberry notes, sashiko stitching, an age-old technique, helps lend texture, character and craftsmanship to all kinds of textiles, this handsome trucker jacket very much included.

And like other variations on your favorite indigo menswear, pieces like the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket will take on their own character and patina the more you wear ’em — with each wear, in fact.

Huckberry rightfully calls this gem of a piece a “limited-edition, artisanal take on our iconic trucker jacket,” and it’s hard to pass that up (act carefully, since size XS is already sold out online).

The great news is, the same hallmarks that make other versions of the Flint and Tinder trucker jacket so excellent are all in on the action as well, from side-entry waist pockets to a flap-button chest pocket and the brand’s utterly classic striped blanket lining. Look for the inner left side media pocket for your everyday carry, too. And custom, durable hardware lends even further durability to this timeless silhouette, which should prove every bit as wearable as your other favorite Flint and Tinder trucker jacket.

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Rock it early and often with a grey henley and tan chinos, or else style it with black jeans and broken-in tan leather boots for a dash of rock n’roll edge. However you choose to wear the newest Flint and Tinder trucker jacket, rest assured that it’s with you for the ride every step of the way, and then some.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket is Primed for Layering This Season

Best shirt jackets for men.

You tend to know right away when a design is so fit for the season at hand: Rugged layers aplenty, especially the best shirt jackets for men — like the kind seen above from our friends at Huckberry — get the job done and then some. And when the best of both worlds collide (like when a hard-wearing flannel shirt meets a durable shirt jacket), well, that’s the sweet spot as far as the best fall menswear is concerned.

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And if you read this Brooklyn style blog on the regular, it should come as no shock that gear from the good folks at Ohio-based Relwen tend to fit the bill quite handsomely.

What with the company’s penchant for durability, dependability and modern updates to Americana designs, staple pieces like the innovative Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket deliver as much utility and rugged appeal as a Swiss Army Knife for upstate getaways, lakeside retreats, bonfires, dive bar outings and plenty more.

Huckberry notes that the upstart brand delivers a sense of modern-meets-Americana, and in the best way possible: Technical fabrication meets tried-and-true silhouettes, often with a hearty dose of military style inspiration. And for every outdoor fall and winter adventure you can muster, I’d layer up with the Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket (among a host of other reliable Relwen style picks, that is).

The Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket meets the moment as far as the good folks at Huckberry are concerned: The retailer notes that “when you wear a Relwen windzip jacket, blazer, or pants, you know they were made with quality, durability, and movement in mind,” and in my experience, I’d certainly have to agree.

Durable cotton flannel twill makes up the exterior of one of the best shirt jackets for men, while the interior is made up of one consistent piece of polyester ripstop insulation for added warmth. It’s also a positive that this durable shirt jacket comes in a series of classic and eye-catching color combinations, most of them based off your favorite classic plaid flannel shirting designs.

Spring snap hardware aids in durability and plenty of layering potential: Wear the Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket atop a henley or even a chambray shirt from the good folks at Huckberry, then team it with canvas work pants for outdoor pursuits or inky blue indigo denim for casual evenings around the bonfire, dram of whiskey in hand. There’s no telling where an essential piece like the Relwen Quilted Flannel Shirt Jacket can take you, and that’s a great thing indeed.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Relwen Superfleece Jacket Upgrades a Cold-Weather Closet Staple

Best puffer jackets for men.

There’s something to be said for finding a closet staple like one of the best winter jackets, and then taking that a step further with updated, modern fabrication and standout style.

Take the puffer jacket, made with quilted construction and down filling. It’s a sportswear staple, as fit for the slopes as it is for apres-ski drinks in a more casual setting — call it an adventure jacket with some travel-ready wearability, which just so happens to be a Huckberry specialty (my favorite retailer is, of course, the focus of today’s spotlight). Keep scrolling for more!

But some puffer jackets are overly technical and come in vivid colors without versatility — that’s where the Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket enters your casually rugged technical outerwear rotation and changes the game quite handily.

It’s based off another Relwen outerwear staple, the Relwen Windzip Jacket, which is a more minimal and streamlined take on the classic puffer jacket — with a dash of military style inspiration thrown in, to boot.

So, you could certainly say that the Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket from the Ohio-based, Huckberry-approved outfitter is as good as it gets, blending the best of both worlds in a technical yet eye-catching, casually fashionable way. It starts with a wildly durable water-resistant, breathable stretch shell that easily repels wind and rain (at least, in my experience wearing pieces like the Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket).

From there, cozy and warm high-pile fleece gives the handsome Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket superior performance in cold temperatures (you should still opt for a heavier parka during a blizzard, all that being said). The Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket boasts technical features aplenty, including ripstop-lined sleeves that should offer an easy-on, easy-off layering experience, plus brushed tricot pockets for warmth (and a dash of softness as you carry your EDC on adventures far afield).

This Huckberry-approved jacket also features mix-and-match zipper and durable snap-front button closures, and it comes in five easily wearable colors that can be paired seamlessly with expertly faded jeans, stretch chinos or jogger pants as you hop from point A to point B.

As Huckberry notes, straddle-stitched seams enhance durability at key stress points, while reliably rugged construction throughout should make for a prime wearing experience on the go this season. If you’re on the hunt for a jacket to wear on your next seasonal excursion, the Relwen Quilted Superfleece Jacket might just be the one, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Crisp Corduroy Pants from Huckberry’s Flint and Tinder Belong In Your Autumn Wardrobe

Best corduroy pants for men.

It’s not quite as easy as one might think to narrow down a list of fall style essentials — from hearty denim to thick flannel shirts, cozy henleys and of course, the best leather boots for men, options abound in the way of seasonal style selections.

And yet, the best corduroy pants are worthy of your consideration — with the build of a durable pair of jeans and the refinement of, well, classic corduroy pants for men, the Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants deserve a spot in your wardrobe, with versatility and style in spades.

A touch more elevated than even classic dark indigo jeans, and yet nowhere near as stuffy as the best suit pants for men, the corduroy pant is a rugged, versatile, casual and crisp style killer, at least in my experience.

The Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants boast riveted pockets akin to your favorite denim, and they’re also sharp enough to sub in for jeans or dress pants in equal measure — styled the right way, of course. And as with many of my favorite style selections, they hail from Huckberry — would you expect anything less than the best from one of the top online menswear shops, ehh?

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And when it comes to the Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants, you’re certainly getting the best of the best — at a solid price, to boot. Classic five-pocket construction abounds, as does a garment-dyed finish for exceptional softness.

The rugged yet elegant Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants are also built with stretch for extra comfort, and it certainly doesn’t hurt that they come in highly wearable color options, including a deeply rich olive number and the aptly named shade of Whiskey.

Each would wear exceptionally well with a chambray shirt and richly crafted brown leather boots, to name but one way you can wear the newly iconic Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants. When the time comes to switch things up from classic blue dark denim or even your tried-and-true dress pants, opt for the refined-yet-rustic Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots are a Prime Smart-Casual Footwear Move

Best moc toe boots for men.

I’m certainly willing to bet you’ve got your own idea of what “smart casual” or business casual means in your menswear wardrobe: Pieces that are a step down from a traditional dress shirt and a full suit, for instance, but that can be mixed and matched with ease for a stylish sense of polish. The navy blazer, the white Oxford shirt and the khaki or tan chino are prime examples of some of the best business casual style for guys, but what about your footwear? There’s a way to bridge the gap handsomely between rugged work boots and dress shoes polished to a shine — for all those times that you might pair said Oxford or chambray shirt with dark blue denim, for instance, some of the best moc toe boots might suffice (see below for exhibit A in this instance).

And in today’s Friday Find — where we take a fairly quick-hit look at a must-buy product that might have flown under your radar — the LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots exemplify smart casual, pleasingly rugged yet versatile footwear for your fall style rotation.

For those unfamiliar, LUCA is the prime smart casual footwear brand designed in-house at Huckberry, blending gum rubber outsoles with hybrid silhouettes, like a moc toe leather boot upper or a sneaker boot or Chelsea boot construction up top. And in this case, the LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots use the classic hallmarks of a sturdy moc toe work boot, then take a more laidback approach with a gum rubber wedge outsole.

Triple-stitched contrasting construction accents the moc toe design itself, while a three-eyelet, chukka boot-like upper also gives them a dash of wear-with-anything appeal, especially when teamed with olive chinos, expertly faded blue jeans or grey cotton canvas work pants.

There’s a versatile appeal to the fairly priced, carefully constructed LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots, and you can be sure they’re up to snuff — thanks to the good folks at Huckberry, of course. Lace up the LUCA Drift Moc Toe Boots the next time you need rugged new, stylish fall boots.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Rugged Danner Boots are Exclusive to Huckberry — Get Your Pair Now

Danner men's boots review.

It seems that as we roll into the autumn months in earnest, there’s never been a better time to amp up your rotation of the best boots for men (and the best autumn style for men, period), ehh? It’s a topic we’ve covered frequently in the past few days, weeks and months on this Brooklyn style blog, but today’s entry into the menswear pantheon might be the best one yet: It’s an exclusive offering from the good folks at Huckberry, masters of the best rugged menswear and gear for guys.

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And yet again, they’ve tapped their Pacific Northwest partners at Danner for a run of boots (quite literally, a run of boots from the Danner Bull Run Collection) that just so happens to be exclusive to Huckberry. Didn’t I say there had never been a better time to upgrade your boots rotation?

And the Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Exclusive Collection features two options to step things up in rugged, durable fashion: There’s a particularly hard-wearing moc toe option, but the Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Lux Chelsea Boots are my personal favorite, and the pair we’ll be diving into today (pay attention, class!).

Step things up this season with the enviable construction of the Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Lux Chelsea Boots — Danner goes all out with USA-made construction and the brand’s trademark wedge outsole for rebound, support, traction and comfort (yes, they can do all of those things… and more, I’d wager). The Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Lux Chelsea Boots also get the small details absolutely correct, including a hand-painted heel counter edge, along with exclusive Huckberry deboss detailing on the heel.

The upper is fashioned from a hard-wearing oiled suede, the kind of fabrication that Western frontiersmen would have used in days gone by. Huckberry also tells it best by noting that “in addition to resisting dirt, moisture, and scrapes, the upper will take on a unique patina as you wear it,” and that’s something I’d work on right away (developing that patina, that is).

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If you ask me, the Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Lux Chelsea Boots can be worn just about any rugged way you please, be that with olive chinos and a light blue chambray shirt, a thermal henley and a shawl cardigan or dark blue jeans and a trusty pocket tee-plus-waxed-trucker jacket combination — luckily, you can find a new slew of style favorites to complement the Huckberry x Danner Bull Run Lux Chelsea Boots online at your favorite retailer.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket – A Hard-Wearing Spin on a Fall Classic

Best waxed jackets for men.

In my experience, there should be a joy in getting dressed for the autumn season with the best fall style essentials. After all, the season’s more brisk climes give you plenty of opportunity to wear your favorite layers as frequently as possible, from richly crafted chambray shirts to thick sweaters and of course, an array of the best waxed jackets on the market.

With its water-repellent finish and durable waxed cotton or cotton canvas construction, waxed outerwear is practically a must-have for the guy who values casually rugged style, and that’s where Huckberry has cornered the market over the past decade or so (just check out the photo below for an example of what the good folks at Huckberry do so well).

Huckberry’s Flint and Tinder lineup, as you well know if you read the blog, is already assuredly well-known for making one of the best waxed trucker jackets on the market, but they’ve expanded their Flint and Tinder roster in recent years to include slightly more refined silhouettes.

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That includes the Harrington jacket, originally a style fashioned in Britain to fight back against wind and rain — and later worn rather famously by style icons like Steve McQueen (he preferred a Baracuta G9 Harrington, for the record — which Huckberry has also sold in the past!).

And now, Huckberry is stepping up to the plate once more with another version of one of the best men’s waxed jackets, and this time, it’s the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket — an even more weather-ready version of a truly legendary piece of outerwear.

It’s packed with the sort of functional bells and whistles one has come to expect over the years from Flint and Tinder, including hard-wearing fabric (in this case, a dry wax Halley Stevensons fabric made to repel wind and rain).

The fact that the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket comes in rich Dark Navy as well as a cool, crisp and neutral Dark Olive is a major bonus in terms of style points, but it’s the handsome fabrication that makes the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket such a winner in my book.

In my experience wearing the utterly classic yet modern Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket, it’s plenty comfortable and not overly bulky — a micro-flannel interior lining provides warmth, while poly-lined sleeves make for an easy-on, easy-off wearing experience.

The corduroy collar and cuffs that finish off the casually rugged Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket are a timeless touch, while a buttoned throat-tab closure provides more coverage should you need it (and of course, the custom F&T hardware is substantial and sturdy).

If you ask me, the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket is the definition of a grab-and-go travel jacket, especially layered over a thermal henley with dark blue jeans, but if I were you, I’d also look to the icon Steve McQueen for more insight on how to wear a Harrington jacket. Upgrade your outerwear ASAP with the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Flint and Tinder Western Shirt is Nearly 50 Percent Off at Huckberry

It can feel dizzying at times to sort through the array of on-sale gear up for grabs rolling into a new season — what’s a guy to do as you look to refresh your wardrobe ahead of fall? The answer, my friends, is a simple one, and one that we talk about often here on this Brooklyn style blog: Head over to Huckberry, purveyors of some of the best Americana gear for men, including a style of shirt that’s having quite the moment.

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That would be the Western shirt, an ode to the Great American West and its utterly functional, classically rugged roots. The Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt gets all those details correct as far as an homage to the past is concerned, yet it does so in modern fashion — and if you don’t yet have a stylish Western shirt in your rotation, then there’s never been a better time to buy one that’s on sale right now at Huckberry, my friends.

Best men's shirts for fall.

The Western shirt, especially the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt, is a style swerve from your traditional Oxford shirt or even a chambray shirt, adorned with detailing like V-shaped flap chest patch pockets and a Western shoulder yoke. That gives it a more rugged appeal, particularly in colors like a faded blue denim or black.

But you’ll notice it’s the Indigo Dot version of the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt that’s up for grabs right now via the always well-stocked Huckberry Sale section, and this twist on a classic manages to make it feel just a bit more like a casual buttondown shirt you’d wear untucked with tan chinos.

Best Western shirts for men.

What’s most important to note right now about potentially your new favorite everyday buttondown shirt is the fact that it’s on sale right now for about 50 percent off: If you haven’t yet tried out a denim shirt, now might be an ideal time to start. And the great news is, you can style the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt largely as you might a traditional chambray shirt: Try this one with dark blue indigo denim or even black jeans and tan suede chukka boots (yes, navy and black can be worn together casually, my friends!).

For 50 percent off, there’s hardly a better deal on a Western shirt at the moment than the one being offered up by Huckberry on the Flint and Tinder Bone Button Western Shirt — that’s a guarantee this season, folks.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Toast the Finer Things in Life with 50 Percent Off this Iconic Huckberry Decanter

Best decanters for your favorite whiskey.

If ever you’ve stumbled across this Brooklyn style blog, you very well might know that I appreciate the finer things in life — as you perhaps might yourself, be it the expert cut of a stylish trucker jacket, the design of a perfect pair of leather boots or the rich aroma and flavor of a fine dram of whiskey (like this new release from WhistlePig, which I covered here at Maxim).

And as part of my many freelance writing pursuits, I’ve had the chance to travel far and wide to take in each of those delights — and when I’m back at home in Brooklyn (Hi, Mary!), I relish the chance to do the same, particularly when I can find what I cherish at the one-stop shop that is Huckberry.

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While it’s tough to find space for my burgeoning boot collection, a suitable pour of whiskey is always close at hand — and it’s made all the better today (and the day after that, and the day after that!) by one of the best whiskey decanters on the market.

It’s the sort of thing that’s made even better by the fact that Huckberry has managed to develop and design the perfect decanter for your favorite whiskey: Yes, that’s right… one of the best online retailers for menswear and gear has again knocked it out of the park with a stylish decanter for some of the best whiskey on the market, and it’s on sale today via Whiskey Peaks and Huckberry.

For a limited time, you can now score 50 percent off the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter, a hand-blown, lead-free glass decanter fashioned with an exact topographic replica of Mt. Denali at its base. It’s a true Huckberry prize at its best, celebrating the great outdoors while toasting the delight of a fine dram of whiskey — with a neat design and durable build to match.

And yes, my friends, as part of the ever-well-stocked Huckberry Sale section, the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter is marked down to just $25 — a rare sight cheaper than some of the best bourbon on the market, am I right?

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Huckberry calls the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter a “handsome vessel,” one that boasts 54 ounces of capacity — in addition to its eye-catching overall build. For a brief time, find the Whiskey Peaks Denali Decanter on sale now at Huckberry, and add it to your bar cart ASAP while the savings last. Cheers to that, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt is Your New Go-To Shirt This Autumn

When it comes to absolutely indispensable men’s style must-haves for fall, the pieces that are going to deliver the most versatility, variety and rugged appeal day in and day out, I’d rank one of the best flannel shirts for men pretty high on my own list.

What about you? Cut with thick cotton flannel fabric and available in rich plaids and reliable solid colors, the best flannel shirts date back to the days of your grandfather (and beyond, of course), but plenty of the top brands on the market are making standout examples of the style.

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Take Relwen: The Ohio-based brand takes style cues from heritage menswear, including the flannel shirts and military essentials of days gone by, and that’s why the company is such a big part of the lineup at fan-favorite adventure retailer Huckberry.

If you’ve shopped the retailer as of late, you know they’ve got some of the very best fall gear on the market, cut from rich seasonal fabrics and available in handsome colors and patterns — not unlike the options available when it comes to the Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt. The best men’s flannel shirts are the autumnal version of the all-season Oxford shirt, with the proper seasonal fabric and durable design to match.

As far as the handsome Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt is concerned, that means this one uses durable and yet soft 100 percent cotton flannel that’s been brushed for softness.

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And it doesn’t hurt that the classically cut Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt comes in a selection of timeless, eye-catching plaids and some neutral color options made to style with everything from olive to charcoal to navy. My personal favorite of the Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt lineup is a Dark Honey shade that would wear expertly with dark blue selvedge jeans.

The Relwen Flyweight Flannel Shirt also features reinforced stitching at stress points, while the collar is finished with classic and yet slightly more casual buttons for a fit that you can dress down atop a henley or dress up beneath a navy wool blazer.

For dependable style, an expert fit, soft fabric and just plain stylish good looks… lean on the classics, and the classics made modern — like one of the best new fall flannel shirts from Huckberry.