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by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Line of Trade Sweater from Bespoke Post is an Expertly Crafted Style Steal

Best fall sweaters for men.

As we move into the best season for layering and menswear overall, I’d urge you — like me! — to take a good look at your roster of menswear essentials. Hopefully, that roster includes pieces fit for layering like one of the best sweaters for men.

There’s a wide world out there when it comes to men’s sweaters, from the hard-working shawl cardigan to the office-ready V-neck sweater and the layering friendly merino wool crewneck, to name but a few options I personally love.

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At times though, you need to up the ante even further with rugged texture and burly construction in mind. That’s where you’re going to find precisely what you need on this fine fall Sunday at Bespoke Post — enter the handsome Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, a discounted steal that delivers plenty of great looks and functionality in a durable package.

The Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater, fashioned from a ribbed blend of cotton and acrylic for texture, stretch and softness, positively delivers the rugged good looks every collection of sweaters needs this season, from the ribbed crewneck collar to the ribbed cuffs for a perfect fit and eye-catching style.

And unlike wool sweaters, the Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater should prove able to be layered comfortable atop a long-sleeve tee and beneath a denim jacket, for instance — all without overheating, which is sometimes a concern with beefy wool sweaters.

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The set-in sleeves are a prime example of craftsmanship, the kind not often found on a sweater that retails for less than $50 on sale. Bespoke Post even recommends you wear the hard-working, layering-ready Line of Trade Norfolk Waffle Sweater atop a buttondown shirt (say, a white Oxford shirt), and that look should deliver style that’s as casually rugged as it is ready for a date night on the town.

Available right now in both Green Oak and Charcoal Heather, either option provides autumn-approved versatility and variety, with the functionality and warmth to match. For the season at hand, it doesn’t get better in terms of savings than this stylish Bespoke Post sweater.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket is a Certified Early Fall Style Classic

If there’s been one theme as of late on this Brooklyn style blog, it’s that it’s never too early to start thinking ahead as far as the best fall menswear essentials are concerned — they call it “shoulder season” for a reason, after all, and a classic-meets-modern retailer like Bespoke Post assuredly has you covered for seasonal style situations aplenty.

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The New York City brand, which is famous for delivering some of the best online subscription boxes for men, has plenty going for it in its own right these days, including a full lineup of durable, Americana-inspired menswear via Line of Trade.

If you’ve kept up with my Line of Trade reviews on this blog, you’ll know that you can shop the brand via its own site or else through Bespoke Post, and with the new Line of Trade Fall Collection hitting digital shelves, the time has never been more optimal to shop one of the best waxed jackets for men — the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket certainly fits the bill for rugged fashion ahead of brisk days and nights ahead.

The hard-wearing, hard-working Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket starts off with durable 10 oz waxed cotton canvas on the outside, finished off with a soft, warm heavyweight cotton flannel lining.

Dependable details like brass shank buttons lend it both rugged appeal and utility, while the waxed jacket on the tough-as-nails Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket will begin to develop its own patina from the first time you try it on (think of the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket as a different take on the shorter cut of, say, the famed Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket).

A contrasting brushed cotton twill collar lends a sense of heritage style and timeless design, while slant hip pockets are accented by a single button chest pocket for your everyday carry essentials.

This utterly classic jacket is a perfect homage to old-school ranch jackets, the kind you could wear to really get down and dirty — and yet, with an updated fit, it’s suitable for wearing atop a thermal henley for a brewery or distillery visit, and you can surely take the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket out into the field, upstate and back again while breaking it in with each passing wear.

Best of all might be the fact that the water and wind-resistant build of this jacket is fairly priced at $168 — that’s a downright steal considering the wear you can get out of what could just become your new favorite fall jacket. Here’s to the approach of the best season in menswear, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Line of Trade Madras Shirt is an On-Sale Style Steal to End Summer

Best madras shirt for men.

Summer’s last gasp, that sprint to the finish before Labor Day, still brings with it opportunities aplenty to style your favorite summer menswear essentials — and perhaps pick up a piece or two to keep handy when the time rolls around for a warm-weather getaway.

Preparation makes perfect, which is why I often scour the Bespoke Post Sale section for finds that work in the current season at hand, as well as future seasons — and that’s where the Americana-inspired designers at Line of Trade tend to come in handy with classics made modern, as you well know if you’ve read this New York menswear blog.

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The brand, originally started by Bespoke Post (and now also shoppable on its own Web site), takes throwback styles and updates them with better fits and fabrics, like the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt. Madras is an iconic fabric with a history stretching back to India, one that eventually made its way into modern menswear as a New England prep style staple (as Bespoke Post so sagely notes).

You can now inject a bit of that style into your own late summer rotation with the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt, and you can do it all for more than 50 percent off. That means certain colors and sizes of the Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt are selling mighty quickly at the moment, so take heed.

And yet, the good news is, Line of Trade menswear tends to be quite affordable in its own right, particularly if you scour the Bespoke Post Sale section for other in-season style staples made by Line of Trade. This stylish shirt was also part of a Bespoke Post subscription box offering earlier this season, as seen below, but this handsome madras shirt is all yours for the taking on its own right now — and from one of my favorite online menswear retailers, no less.

In the meantime, the yarn-dyed lightweight cotton of your new favorite summer buttondown shirt should prove plenty easygoing at the beach, at a BBQ or strolling the coastline — chino shorts and canvas sneakers or stylish leather boat shoes would prove worthy companions for this modern update to a timeless style.

If I were you, I’d jump at the chance to greet the end of summer in style with a fast-selling, easy-to-wear Line of Trade Wellfleet Madras Shirt.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan Was Made for Breezy Summer Nights

Best lightweight cardigan for men.

No matter where your summer adventures take you, preparation and even thoughtful curation of your wardrobe is going to save you many a headache down the line. Getaways far afield, to the coast and the cabin and perhaps even to the fire pit in your own backyard call for summer style essentials that can rise to the occasion — get caught without the right layer on an unexpectedly cool summer night, and you’ll feel it right away.

Think of this way: For all those times you might have thought to yourself, “It could get cold. Better grab another layer,” well, you tend to remember those times you (or your partner!) could have used an extra sweater, right?

Something like the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan to carry you through sunset into the evening, cold beer in hand, yes? Meet your new favorite lightweight summer sweater, a category that might be overlooked at times, but that proves downright useful when you need it the most.

The good folks at Line of Trade — an utterly classic Americana retailer that spun off from our friends at Bespoke Post — specialize in turning old favorites (like the rugged denim shirt) into modern classics, like the perfectly easygoing beach sweatshirt, made all the more polished in the crisp shawl-collar design of the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan.

The secret to your new favorite lightweight men’s sweater for summer lies in its fabric, of course: A breathable, slightly stretchy cotton pique knit fabric gives this sweater structure, shape and even moisture-wicking properties in case your bonfire starts to run a little too hot.

The Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan, upon closer inspection, is lightweight and textured, bolstered by a shawl collar to protect you from summer breezes that might turn a tad chilly. What the brand calls a generous cut allows you ample room for layering over a long-sleeve tee, over a henley or over a polo or a washed-out denim shirt.

This handsome, rugged yet lightweight cardigan is truly timeless in Vintage Navy, but a Heather Stone option calls to mind the color of a trusty hooded sweatshirt you’d throw on at the beach in days gone by.

And yet, the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan is all grown up, as ready for wearing with faded jean back on dry land as it is alongside lounge shorts on the sandy coast. The next leg of summer is here, and you’ve found the perfect sweatshirt for the season ahead with the Line of Trade Breakers Beach Cardigan.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Mason Short Sleeve Shirt from Line of Trade is An Unstoppable Summer Style Move

Best short-sleeve shirts for guys.

Every once in a while, a brand comes along that shakes things up in the world of men’s style essentials in classic-yet-modern, utterly fresh fashion: Drawing from the past (classic styles like workshirts, service shorts, henleys and more) while putting a new spin on things for the modern man.

Approachable without being fast-fashion. Stylish without veering too far into high fashion. Sounds like high praise, does it not? And high praise though it might be, Line of Trade and the new Line of Trade Spring/Summer 2025 Collection hit all the right notes when it comes to throwback-minded yet easily wearable, fresh looks for the modern man — that’s you, and that’s why we’re taking a look at a must-have shirt from this relative upstart right now.

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You very well might recognize Line of Trade from the pages of this very blog, or from the fact that it was started by Bespoke Post, retailers with an intense focus on finding the coolest gear and clothing for guys — many of those selections hail from small, scrappy brands, as you might have read in my Line of Trade reviews.

And helpfully, the new Line of Trade Spring/Summer 2025 Collection certainly makes the case that this brand — shoppable now via Line of Trade’s own site — is one to watch. Take the Line of Trade Mason Short-Sleeve Shirt: As spring starts to shift into summer, opting for a breezy short-sleeve buttondown shirt with a sense of polish is the name of the game, and this option checks all the right boxes.

Helpfully, the Line of Trade Mason Short-Sleeve Shirt gets the details just right, as is the case with Line of Trade’s sturdy flannel shirts and waxed outerwear for fall and winter. The Line of Trade Mason Short-Sleeve Shirt features a classic two-pocket workshirt build, but as the brand notes, this shirt is “built with a unique two-tone, pure cotton waffle weave” for texture and an ultra-breezy, soft finish.

It features folded and stitched shirt cuffs for an added touch of detail (roll up the cuffs for an even more old-school look), and the Line of Trade Mason Short-Sleeve Shirt also features a straightforward, slightly tailored fit that’s neither too relaxed nor too tight.

In addition to the rich Golden Ochre color seen here, your new favorite short-sleeve shirt comes in handsome colors like Vintage Navy for even more style points this summer. When you want a look that’s timeless and yet ready for some of the best men’s style in 2025 (and beyond), you very well might want to opt for this stylish short-sleeve shirt for men from Line of Trade. Get it while it’s hot, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 50 Percent On This Essential Quilted Chore Coat from Bespoke Post & Line of Trade

Best men's chore coats for spring.

The right tools for the job, if the job is dressing stylishly yet functionally for spring, shouldn’t be overlooked — not least when blustery, brisk weather threatens. And even if a spring day starts out pleasantly enough, it can quickly take a turn.

What’s a well-dressed fella such as yourself to do? The answer is easy: Head to Bespoke Post to score some new spring menswear, take the problem out before it becomes a problem, and do so by layering up in rugged, functional, fashionable style. With spring style essentials at the ready, the quest gets all the easier, and — as I always tend to say on this Brooklyn style blog — if those style essentials happen to be on sale, that’s all the better.

And today’s discount is one not to be missed: Savings of 50 percent — yes, 50 percent, with plenty of sizes available — on a rugged chore coat built with plenty of useful bells and whistles. The chore coat hails from Line of Trade, the all-American brand first started by Bespoke Post and now operating on its own accord (as you might have seen from previous Line of Trade reviews on this blog).

The brand has a deep respect for Americana heritage style, from ridiculously warm trucker jackets to soft flannel shirts, sturdy-yet-supple sweaters and now, the Line of Trade Timber Quilted Chore Coat as seen on this blog. The Line of Trade Timber Quilted Chore Coat takes the traditional chore coat construction (in this case featuring a four-button front) and turns it on its head slightly with a more lightweight, all-ripstop construction that’s more than suited to repel wind and rain.

Traditional patch pockets — with a twist — round out the Line of Trade Timber Quilted Chore Coat (note the notched corners for more shape and durability). As Bespoke Post notes, this dashing chore coat features vertical quilting for a finish that’s streamlined, not bulky, while still delivering warmth when layered over a thermal henley and chambray shirt.

The details are finished to perfection, from the rivets on the front patch pockets to an interior right chest pocket for more everyday carry storage space.

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Given the utility and rugged good looks you’re getting out of the Line of Trade Timber Quilted Chore Coat, it’s almost a wonder it’s a remarkable 50 percent off right now. Stop your search early for your next must-have spring chore coat, because the Line of Trade Timber Quilted Chore Coat fits the bill perfectly.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Line of Trade Utility Shirt is an On-Sale Spring Workwear Steal from Bespoke Post

Spring weather brings with it the return of breezy, sunny days — ideal for breaking out some of your favorite menswear essentials, of course — but the season isn’t without its style challenges, including the need to gear up for all manner of rough-and-tumble work, spring cleaning and yes, the occasional adventure. You can readily turn to the folks at Bespoke Post for each and every single one of those situations, and then some — the same can be said for the brand the company helped start, Line of Trade.

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While Line of Trade is now its own fully shoppable brand stocked with Americana classics like chambray shirts, canvas work pants and one of the best shawl cardigans, the great news is, you can still score discounts on Line of Trade menswear at Bespoke Post, which is why we find ourselves looking at one of the best workshirts for men at the top of the page, the Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt.

For each of those pursuits mentioned above — from spring adventures to crisp spring outdoor imbibing (Happy Bell’s Oberon Week, my friends!), this durable workshirt rises to the challenge in matters of style and utility.

That’s an ideal thing indeed, because I’d wager you can get plenty of versatile wear out of the Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt, all the while resting easy as your new favorite workshirt is marked down about 35 percent.

The Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt is a near-perfect way to bridge the gap from your rotation of winter-ready flannel shirts to much lighter summer shirts in blends like cotton and linen — in fact, this shirt is made from a top-woven shuttle cloth that’s densely fabricated, yet still able to layer comfortably over a pocket T-shirt and beneath your favorite waxed jacket.

All the classic workshirt touches can be found in the Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt, including buttoned chest pockets for your everyday carry. The two-piece collar is a handcrafted design touch, while the square back yoke offers ease of movement in tight spots.

Contrast stitching and reinforced pockets meet the moment in matters of form and function, while the Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt just so happens to come in a handsome, neutral shade of olive you can style with everything from dark tan canvas work pants to light wash or dark blue denim, or even black jeans alongside burnished Chelsea boots at a dive bar (post-rock show, of course).

Yes indeed, the durably crafted, rugged Line of Trade Mason Utility Shirt checks the proper boxes when it comes to spring style essentials and the right mix of utility and great looks. Don’t forget about that discount opportunity either, my friends. Cheers to early spring!

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Line of Trade Harbor Shawl Sweater – A Classic Winter Weekend Cardigan

Best shawl cardigans for men.

It’s hard not to admire modern brands that have a healthy respect for the classics, brands that know the in’s and out’s of a sturdy flannel shirt, a durable pair of work pants, a hard-working denim overshirt or the cozy, utterly classic nature of one of the best shawl cardigans.

Trusted by icons like Steve McQueen and Daniel Craig over the years — as you’ll well know if you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog for some time — the shawl cardigan lends more depth to the button-front sweater: It’s thick, it’s cozy, it’s just plain… cool. And my friends, the good folks at Line of Trade — as you might recognize from the pages of this Web site — have a new, stylish men’s cardigan worthy of your consideration.

Although they’re a relatively recent entry into the modern menswear canon, Line of Trade fits the bill when it comes to putting its own twist on Americana must-haves — including the fast-selling Line of Trade Harbor Shawl Sweater pictured above.

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It’s the kind of sweater practically begging to be worn on brisk winter weekends, on cozy days and nights in front of a fire, or else worn alongside a trusted Oxford shirt as you contemplate what sort of bourbon you’d like in your Old Fashioned. The Line of Trade Harbor Shawl Sweater gets the details right, and then some, from the thick fold-over collar — meant to protect your neck from blustery winter winds — to the textured seed-stitch knit for added warmth and visual appeal.

Check another box for the impressively crafted Line of Trade Harbor Shawl Sweater, because even the faux horn buttons look impressive for a sub-$100 sweater. As the brand (once owned by our friends at Bespoke Post) says, “heritage nautical details combine in a cardigan sweater that yearns for the high seas.”

Especially in a rich shade of olive, it’s an apt pairing with everything from a faded denim shirt and black jeans to a crisp white Oxford shirt and dark, rust-hued chinos.

Best winter cardigans for men.

It’s a vision for the future that’s attractive and geared toward adventure, as many of the best menswear essentials happen to be, and a taste of the good life — in matters of style and ruggedly good looks — can be yours (for an affordable price!) with the Line of Trade Harbor Shawl Sweater.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 30 Percent on these Rugged Everyday Men’s Pants from Line of Trade

Finding the best deals on the best men’s gear, and then passing those savings onto customers who appreciate small craft brands and the work they do, is something of a specialty for the good folks at Bespoke Post. And it’s that passion for craft that led them to start Line of Trade — it’s a brand rooted in Americana and classically rugged styles, like the best work pants for men.

But here’s the catch: Although Line of Trade is its own brand entirely now (as you’ve seen from Line of Trade reviews here on this Brooklyn style blog), you can still score some standout savings back at its old parent company: Bespoke Post, of course.

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And that brings us to the Line of Trade Foundry Pants, a durable and tough-as-nails pair of canvas pants that just so happen to be, well, highly stylish. Add in the fact that the Line of Trade Foundry Pants are on sale now at Bespoke Post for 30 percent off, and we’re in business.

That sense of style merged with craftsmanship is always nice to have in a pair of the best everyday pants, which boast the same five-pocket construction as your favorite jeans — yet with the sturdiness of a pair of 9oz. canvas work pants.

Yes, they’re likely more fit for work than play, so to speak, but the hard-working nature of the Line of Trade Foundry Pants extends far past brisk mornings in the garage or out in the field. Double-needle stitching at key stress points gives them true workwear appeal, while its pockets are built for utility and ample storage space.

The Line of Trade Foundry Pants also happen to be heavily garment-washed — that gives them a broken-in feel and easy wearability right out of the box, unlike other pairs of canvas work pants, which can come off as stiff and uncomfortable until worn repeatedly. Helpfully, the bottom hem can be rolled up for added mobility and a more secure fit, further bolstering the “everything-but-the-kitchen-sink” nature of these trusty work pants.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Denim Shirt is a Timeless Style Favorite for 2025 (And Beyond)

Best denim shirts for men.

As the year starts to ramp up in earnest — starting today for many of us, naturally — there’s something to be said for continuing to lean on reliable menswear classics (with a modern twist!) as you sort through the daily grind.

Or rather, as you look to bolster your menswear wardrobe in the new year — while fashion trends and runway shows are worth keeping an eye on at times, the tried-and-true classics stay that way for a reason (as I often say here at this Brooklyn style blog). And there’s not much that’s more classically rugged and eternally cool than the denim shirt, particularly when it’s made by upstart menswear brand Line of Trade.

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The company, founded by the team behind Bespoke Post, has a vision encompassing timeless Americana staples, one that covers everything from workwear to thickly knit sweaters, sturdy T-shirts, rock-solid chinos and the Line of Trade Foundry Denim Shirt.

Super-soft yet strong flannel shirts and shirt jackets also encompass the impressive Line of Trade menswear rotation, and the Line of Trade Waxed Ranch Jacket just might be one of the best jackets for men you can buy now — but let’s get back to essential denim shirting, shall we?

The denim shirt as a time-honored style boasts sturdy workwear heritage, with the ability to fight back against dust, dirt and grime, and even in the year 2025, the Line of Trade Foundry Denim Shirt carries on that same heritage.

Best denim shirts for men.

As Line of Trade notes, the Line of Trade Foundry Denim Shirt, with its expertly washed and broken-in 3-year fade and 6 oz. cotton denim build, is a “hardy denim shirt worthy of its heritage,” with the chops to be dressed up ever so slightly with tan chinos, or dressed down with black jeans.

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The contrasting double-needle gold thread stitching is a stylish touch alongside the perfectly faded build, while a workwear button chest pocket drives home the utility of the Line of Trade Foundry Denim Shirt. Helpfully, the cut of the shirt is perfect to wear tucked in (alongside stretch chinos at the office) or untucked as you layer it over a thermal henley this winter.

For a denim shirt that clocks in at well below $100, one that delivers all the versatility and classic workwear vibes it can muster, the Line of Trade Foundry Denim Shirt is a prime selection to kick of 2025 in earnest.