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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.

The Tuesday Steal: This Reliable Everyday Shirt from Relwen and Huckberry Is On Sale Right Now

Best buttondown shirts for men

Every so often as I scour the market for the best men’s style essentials, I come across a piece so near-perfect, so downright essential, it’s a wonder I didn’t have it in my wardrobe before.

You might consider these menswear essentials the sort of dependable workhorse you can trust in many a style situation, be it the best blue jeans or the right buttondown shirt.

And that’s where the best Oxford shirts for men, as we’ve discussed plenty frequently as of late, fit the bill quite nicely for days at the office, for crisply dressed date nights and also for an evening Old Fashioned after a long day in the field (literally and figuratively). And with its versatile cut, durable fabric and classically stylish good looks, the Relwen Yarn Dyed Poplin Shirt checks off those boxes handily, as I tend to say often.

With its ultra-lightweight and easy-to-layer cotton poplin fabric, this handsome shirt boasts all the classic styling details you could want. That hods doubly true if you happen to need a shirt you can wear untucked with dark blue jeans or tucked in beneath a navy stretch cotton blazer (dark tan chinos make for a timeless pairing with that look, I’ve found).

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And as luck and good fortune would have it, the Relwen Yarn Dyed Poplin Shirt just so happens to be marked down quite handily over at Huckberry at the moment — the brand is a longtime favorite of the retailer, after all, with its focus on modern updates to timeless styles, often inspired by prep menswear and the military.

What it all comes down to is that the Relwen Yarn Dyed Poplin Shirt is worth even more than its $100 price tag — while that might seem a steeper price to pay for a buttondown shirt, its reviews say that the quality, fit and fabric are downright impeccable (see for yourself at the product page for the Relwen Yarn Dyed Poplin Shirt).

And while only two shirt styles are available right now, both in varying shades of blue, this classically cool shirt comes in other colors with each new season — keep an eye out for what’s next when it comes to your new favorite buttondown shirt, and in the meantime, shop and save now at Huckberry.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Relwen Short-Sleeve Shirt is a Reliable Daily Style Move for Summer

It’s never too late to start retooling and revamping your warm-weather wardrobe, especially as we roll into what you truly might call the dog days of summer. In my experience, being prepared goes a long way in the world of men’s style essentials — having the right gear at hand in your closet, like one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts for a dash of polish and comfort — is a must, is it not? And that’s where today’s must-buy style steal comes into play via our good friends at Huckberry and Relwen.

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The Ohio-based, heritage-inspired brand draws on menswear looks from decades past, like the short-sleeve shirt your grandfather might have worn to the shop. This time though, the Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt features a retooled fit, more modern fabric and crisp looks in every stitch — better still is the fact that it can be had for a downright steal in the always-evolving Huckberry Sale section.

That makes it a winner in my book, one you can wear well past Labor Day — and one you can even layer beneath a lightweight cotton sweater (like this one!) or even a more leisurely, stylish quarter-zip pullover on cool late summer and early fall evenings.

Don’t overlook the versatility of one of the best men’s short-sleeve shirts: The Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt boasts a sturdy yet supple 100 percent cotton poplin twill build (in its Light Blue and White checked variation), along with details like a crisp buttondown collar and a chest pocket for a sense of casual style.

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Helpfully, the Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt features a tailored fit that’s neither too classic nor too tight — ideal for wearing untucked alongside chino shorts or a pair of Huckberry’s famed stretch chinos, wouldn’t you say?

Better still is the fact that your new favorite short-sleeve shirt is about 30 percent off right now via the lauded Huckberry Sale section — how’s that for a deal on a crisply designed short-sleeve shirt you can wear most every weekend (and even to the office, if layered up properly)? Not bad at all, my friends, and it looks to me like the Huckberry Sale section has come through once again.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Relwen Cotton-Linen Supply Shorts – A Breezy Summer Must-Have

On this fine Saturday at your favorite Brooklyn style blog, you could certainly say the timing has never been better if you’re of the mind to stock up on some new summer style essentials for the final stretch of the season here.

The Huckberry Sale section delivers the goods you need — from A-to-Z during the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale — and the lineup now includes a pair of stylish men’s shorts that are practically a must-buy.

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For seasonal BBQs, relaxing days in the yard, even getaways upstate and far afield, the Relwen Cotton Linen Supply Shorts supply precisely what your menswear rotation needs in matters of fresh looks and utility — and then some. Best of all is the fact that they’re on sale right now from a trusted brand, as the Ohio menswear masters at Relwen nail the delicate blend of rugged style, performance and modern good looks.

Relwen is a fan-favorite brand at Huckberry for a reason, supplying a range of modern updates to military heritage styles, like the utility shorts and pants of the 1950s and ’60s — that makes the Relwen Cotton Linen Supply Shorts as suited for outdoor pursuits — like pitching a tent or throwing another log on the bonfire — as for brewery beers and leisurely park strolls. The blend of 75 percent cotton and 25 percent linen has breezy structure and durability, while 4-ply seams enhance their toughness.

Patch flap pockets turn the Relwen Cotton Linen Supply Shorts into true utility shorts for hauling your everyday carry, while the 8.5-inch inseam is a longer and more traditional touch — these are far from baggy cargo shorts of days gone by.

And the handsome Relwen Cotton Linen Supply Shorts are finished with a seamless waistband featuring button side tabs — another upgraded touch that just might turn these into some of the best summer shorts for men.

A gusseted crotch helps with ease of movement, while the fit should prove clean and tailored. Note the reinforced hip patch pockets for good measure — these are shorts made for work and play in equal measure.

Available right now on sale in a trio of classic colors and quite few waist sizes, you’re going to want to step into these durable, reliable and stylish Relwen men’s shorts while they’re still around — and still on sale. Scoop up the essential Relwen Cotton Linen Supply Shorts ASAP at Huckberry.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Relwen Highland Blues Short-Sleeve Shirt -A New Weekend Essential from Huckberry

Best men's short-sleeve shirts.

Even on the most casual, leisurely summer weekends, it’s nice to have a toolbox of stylish, versatile options at your disposal as far as men’s style essentials are concerned. So it goes with selecting just the right stylish buttondown shirt from a crop of the best short-sleeve shirts for men, which prove more polished than a classic pocket tee and (at times) a touch more rugged than a polo shirt.

And that brings us to the short-sleeve shirt you just might find yourself wearing all summer long, a shirt that hails from Huckberry and Ohio-based Relwen — as one might expect when scouring the market for the best online brands for men.

Relwen reviews certainly tell us that the brand harnesses a penchant for classic style in silhouettes both modern and old-school-inspired, and a retro-tinged short-sleeve shirt with Oxford shirt detailing certainly fits the bill nicely, does it not?

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Yes indeed, the cleverly designed, expertly fabricated Relwen Highlands Short-Sleeve Shirt adds plenty to your style rotation, what with its rugged good looks and dashing details. As our friends at Huckberry helpfully note — and as I can confirm with my own personal experience wearing the brand — “Relwen’s shirts are tried-and-true closet staples,” and that holds true with this handsome, essential short-sleeve shirt.

Available in tried-and-true Dark Indigo as well as a fresh and breezy blue-and-white gingham-style check, the Relwen Highlands Short-Sleeve Shirt comes in either more substantial yarn-dyed cotton slub fabric (option #1) or a breezier 100 percent cotton poplin build (option #2).

The styling potential of the Relwen Highlands Short-Sleeve Shirt, with its buttondown collar and classic chest pocket, remains the same, as wearable with black denim (in the case of the indigo option) or chino shorts as with breezy tobacco-hued linen trousers and leather loafers.

The Relwen Highlands Short-Sleeve Shirt also features elevated touches like Mother of Pearl buttons, a small detail that makes a big diference. With its rounded hem, your new favorite short-sleeve summer shirt is made for wearing untucked all weekend long and all summer long, no doubt about it.

Go preppy with its blue-and-white check style, or more rugged with blue indigo — the laidback-yet-polished vibe of the Relwen Highlands Short-Sleeve Shirt is a surefire summer style winner, starting this weekend.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: This Lightweight Relwen Blazer from Huckberry Is On Sale Right Now

There’s something to be said for being prepared for plenty of style situations, particularly as breezy spring and summer weather offers up the chance to get out there: Rooftop happy hours, dinners on the water, refined social occasions aplenty. Those style scenarios, of course, can be elevated and made all the better by one of the best blazers for men, especially the famed Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer as sold by our friends at Huckberry.

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And as I so often say here on this Brooklyn style blog, when something as essential for spring and summer as one of the best men’s lightweight blazers goes on sale, well, striking while the iron is hot is certainly crucial (particularly in this economy, am I right or am I right, folks?).

There’s much to love about the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer, at least according to plenty of Relwen reviews, be it the soft yet durable garment-washed cotton and spandex blend or the build inspired by classic sportcoats (note the throat latch and the five-button front in particular).

The Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer is also bolstered by cotton sateen trim to give it some shape and structure, while the lack of interior lining offers a handsome natural silhouette — the kind of blazer that can be worn as easily over a T-shirt as it pairs with a rugged chambray shirt or a timeless Oxford shirt. Patch pockets also give the Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer a more laidback, yet classic feel, while the unique structure means you can turn the collar up and button the throat latch in breezy weather if need be.

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The Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer functions as a go-between when it comes to the perfect travel jacket, and the ideal blazer to wear to drinks at your next destination. Available in three eye-catching colors (including Dark Army, my personal favorite), this hybrid blazer is an on-sale seasonal steal for your next elevated #OOTD.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Relwen Long-Sleeve Polo from Huckberry Is An Unexpected Spring Style Swerve

Best polo shirts for men.

There’s a list of men’s style essentials fit for any spring or summer wardrobe, but particularly when the temperatures start to shift slightly from late winter into early spring. We’ve talked a lot about those essentials here on this Brooklyn style blog in recent weeks and months, of course, and my friends at Huckberry deliver a perfect series of seasonal style swerves — slight departures from the norm that look great and wear even better. Let’s dive on in, shall we?

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And yet, a prime example might be the long-sleeve polo shown above: Yes, a new long-sleeve polo from the Relwen Spring Collection, which blends the traditionally crisp look of a polo shirt with long sleeves for added coverage in brisk spring weather.

The Relwen Pique Long-Sleeve Polo, like other offerings found online at Huckberry and in the Relwen Spring Collection, takes its cues from heritage styles, in this case, the durable rugby polo shirt worn by … you guessed it, rugby players. So while a short-sleeve polo might prove a breezy option on warmer days, the Relwen Pique Long-Sleeve Polo is a wise choice as either a standalone shirt or as part of a layered look atop a field coat or a lightweight cotton blazer (helpfully, Relwen also makes both of those must-haves).

The details are carefully considered with the Relwen Pique Long-Sleeve Polo, including a dressy three-button placket that features horizontal buttonholes — that way, the buttons and buttonholes last longer. The inner collar also features woven facings — extra fabric that gives the Relwen Pique Long-Sleeve Polo a refined finish by helping it retain its shape.

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Don’t let the more formal nature of the long-sleeve polo fool you, however: You can style this one with expertly faded jeans as readily as you can stretch chinos or even wool suiting trousers on especially cold spring days. The elegantly cool Relwen Pique Long-Sleeve Polo is a welcome change of pace from the traditional polo shirt, and your wardrobe will be all the better for it this season.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Relwen Canvas Chore Coat is an Instant Outerwear Upgrade

Best chore coats for men.

It’s hard to believe that we’re shifting slowly but surely from burly winter outerwear and some of the best winter jackets into, well, burly and tough-as-nails early spring outerwear for seasonal style transitions, but here we are. And that leads us to today’s featured pick, a true must-buy if you — like me — prize expertly rugged style and frequently wear pieces like one of the best chore coats for men.

If that sounds like you — and I’m guessing it does, if you read the blog on the regular — then the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat could be the latest and greatest piece from the vintage-inspired Ohio brand to find some space in your wardrobe.

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The brand has come up time and again in Huckberry reviews on this Brooklyn style blog, and in my experience, the company’s focus on tried-and-true recreations of the classics with a modern twist is much appreciated. That goes for pieces like the iconic Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket as well as its famed hunting jacket-inspired blazers.

So, to business: What separates the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat from other chore coats you might be eyeing as we step from one season into the next? Well, your new favorite chore coat uses high-tensile cotton and nylon with stretch for plenty of durability and strong yet lightweight layering potential. It’s also water-resistant on the outside (thanks to a polyurethane coated backing finish), and you’ll find the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat is comfortable to wear inside and out: The tricot lining should see to that.

And in my experience, chore coats that are abrasive are no fun to wear — the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat should prove the opposite, whether layered over a midweight flannel, a thermal henley or an American-made T-shirt in warmer weather. You’ll also find the classics are covered in terms of details when it comes to the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat — that means it’s outfitted with a foldover collar, a five-button front and oversized patch pockets (a top-entry chest pocket and side-entry hip pockets) for your everyday carry essentials.

Relwen Canvas Chore Coat review.

One more feature to love about the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat — besides the fact that it comes in a trio of tasteful, wear-with-just-about-anything, lighter colors for spring? It’s finished with a drawstring cord waistband, so you can customize your fit when wearing the hearty Relwen Canvas Chore Coat into the field in inclement weather.

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The rest of the time, this handsome chore coat should prove ruggedly casual with light wash jeans, suede chukka boots and your favorite henley. (Slightly) warmer days await ahead, and the Relwen Canvas Chore Coat should be your go-to jacket for all of ’em.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save on the Famed Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket at Huckberry This Week

Best winter jackets for men.

As we often talk about here on this Brooklyn style blog, it often pays off to have a roster of men’s style essentials you can count on in the clutch — preparing for whatever the season throws at you can go a long way. And right now, for much of the country, that involves frigid air, brisk winds and plummeting temperatures — the perfect sort of weather in which to break out the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket from our good friends at Huckberry.

The best part? You’ll find it on sale right now via the Huckberry Annual Winter Sale, which rolls on through February 6th — but then again, you might already know that if you’ve been keeping up with the blog.

Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket review.

The Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket is the sort of stylish winter jacket for men that comes in handy in a great deal of style situations, and it’s all the better that it’s on sale (marked down to $254, from $318). The water-resistant outer shell comes in a hardy woven nylon-cotton blend for repelling water and wind, while 80-gram down insulation from recycled polyester adds warmth.

Granted, the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket isn’t rated for sub-zero temperatures necessarily, but should prove serviceable as a mighty fine winter jacket — perhaps atop a Relwen flannel shirt — provided you’re not traipsing through foot-high snow drifts (there are a variety of other men’s jackets at Huckberry that can tackle those scenarios).

The stand-up collar provides protection from the elements, useful inner and outer zipper pockets allow you to store your everyday carry essentials with ease, and the snap front closure further keeps out water and wind.

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Consider the on-sale, tough-as-can-be Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket a fine casual outerwear move for days and nights on the go — particularly with Huckberry stretch chinos and perhaps lug-sole Chelsea boots for added traction. Go forth and pick up the Relwen Quilted Tanker Jacket on sale while this deal sticks around (again, through February 6th!).

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Relwen Lined Flannel Shirt is a Perfectly Cozy Style Upgrade

Best men's flannel shirts to buy now.

As I compile my rotation of fall and winter wardrobe essentials, I tend to look for gear that’s built to last, that’s up for anything and that looks great while standing up to the demands of the season. It’s a higher bar to clear than one might think, but then again, that’s why I trust the good folks at Huckberry to come through week after week, season after season.

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And that’s why I know I can also trust Relwen, heritage-inspired Ohio purveyors of clothing that’s burly and durable yet soft and comfortable, seemingly all at once — like the Relwen Chamois-Lined Flannel Shirt, for instance. It’s a top seller right now at Huckberry, which is saying something, with all the warmth and style points your seasonal wardrobe needs this instant.

Relwen flannel shirt review.

On the surface, it looks like a classic men’s flannel shirt. And yet, the Relwen Chamois-Lined Flannel Shirt, in addition to its soft 100 percent cotton flannel exterior, boasts a secret weapon beneath its rugged plaid stylings.

This particular flannel shirt is lined in another layer of cotton chamois for even more comfort, known for what Huckberry calls a “butter-soft feel.” That gives it an extra touch of layering potential over a thermal shirt or your favorite henley, not unlike one of the best men’s workshirts from Relwen.

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Four eye-catching plaid and check patterns lend the Relwen Chamois-Lined Flannel Shirt some extra fall and winter fashion pedigree, all the better to wear with expertly faded jeans or even tobacco-hued stretch chinos (leather boots sold separately).

For an instant cold-weather layering upgrade without sacrificing style, the Relwen Chamois-Lined Flannel Shirt gets the job done, and then some — as with most gear from Huckberry, isn’t that right?