See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Canvas Outfitter Jacket is a Classic Upgrade for Your Autumnal Gear Lineup

For as easy as it might be to say that they don’t make ’em like they used to in matters of the best gear for fall — and the best outerwear, and the best base layers, right on down the list — it’s all the more notable when a heritage brand steps up to the plate time and again.

And while they no longer make all their gear right here in the United States, in my experience, the heritage outfitters at Filson deliver the goods in rugged, reliable and yes, stylish fashion — especially the brand’s lineup of Filson men’s jackets, including the handsome and hard-wearing Filson Canvas Outfitter Jacket shown above.

The brand also has a knack for making finely crafted waxed jackets, field jackets, flannel shirts and beastly, thick wool jackets — the list goes on, of course, but it’s all yours for the taking as you peruse a steady stream of Filson New Arrivals ahead of the best season in menswear. And it can all start with a durable work jacket, one as ready for dive bar beers as for day hikes or evening bonfires (to name but a few of my favorite fall pursuits).

The Filson Canvas Outfitter Jacket takes its toughness and easygoing-yet-rugged style points from barn coats and from classic cotton canvas construction, not unlike outerwear from other famed workwear brands like Carhartt. Built to resist abrasions and tears from dust and debris, as well as windy conditions out there in the field, you’ll also notice this handsome work jacket for men features patch hand pockets for additional cargo, along with a chest pocket and chip-resistant buttons.

As I tend to say, if it seems like Filson has taken care of every last detail in one of the best fall jackets, for men, I’d say that, well, it’s because they certainly have. Take special note of the cozy corduroy collar and the rugged Kangaroo shade of the jacket shown here, giving off a pleasing fall look that wears as well with grey canvas work pants as with black jeans or your favorite pair of perfectly faded blue jeans — on or off the clock, for that matter.

Reinforced shoulders with raglan-style stitching are ideal for mobility, while the fit should prove agreeable enough to layer with flannel shirting, your favorite henley or a thick and burly fisherman sweater.

And with a price that clocks in just below $200, it seems to me this is as solid a deal for a work jacket as for a dependable style move as you belly up to the bar and grab a cold PBR. At least, that’s just one way I can see myself wearing a newfound favorite in this hard-working Filson men’s jacket. Embrace the season at large, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: Flint and Tinder’s American Heavyweight Pocket Tee is An Easygoing Fall Style Move

Best long-sleeve tees for men.

When breezy, brisk fall weather starts to hit, particularly on an autumnal weekend (we’ll get there soon enough!), the best menswear essentials are about keeping things simple at times.

The apple orchard, the pumpkin patch, the tailgate and the backyard bonfire — all seasonal staples, and all situations where a base layer or mid-layer like the properly crafted, rugged long-sleeve tee can work wonders when you don’t want to overthink your fall style essentials.

In fact, not overthinking things is precisely what the good folks at Huckberry tend to do every season, autumn very much included (and yes, the brand makes just the right gear to get out there in the weeks and months ahead).

Whether worn beneath a waxed trucker jacket, styled underneath a flannel shirt jacket or merely worn on its own as you take in the foliage with coffee on the front porch, it’s a wonder what a well-made long-sleeve tee can do — and that certainly holds true with the Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Long-Sleeve Tee, with vintage style inspiration and proper construction in spades.

With inspiration tracing its way out to the American West, there’s a spirit of adventure that’s behind even the basics from the famed Huckberry brand-within-a-brand, which you very well might know from the iconic Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket (also as worthy a seasonal pickup as any).

In fact, the long-sleeve shirt in question might be the perfect base layer alongside such a tough, durable jacket, with colors like Gold providing an eye-catching seasonal pop, at least in my experience. Huckberry notes this shirt, with its vintage inspiration, takes its cues from old-school tees and is “made from a robust, heavyweight cotton,” which is garment-dyed and washed for a lived-in look that’s also going to feel mighty comfortable out of the box.

Whether worn with easygoing tapered joggers or classically washed blue jeans, this very well might prove to be your go-to casual layer across the board this season. And with most colors available in sizes up to XXL, you can count on the good folks at Huckberry to deliver the right fit and fabrication. When casually rugged style fits the mood this season, opt for the Flint and Tinder American Heavyweight Long-Sleeve Tee, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: This Todd Snyder Dylan Denim Jacket Gets the Job Done in Rugged Style

Best denim jackets for men.

When it’s time, it’s time. That is, when it’s time to layer up in rugged, versatile fashion for the fall season on the horizon, you’ll be able to feel it in the air and sense it — and your wardrobe should adjust accordingly. The good news is, the best fall menswear essentials let you get a jump on brisk temperatures the right way, with proper layers at the forefront.

And for casually rugged style situations, you might not find a better jacket for the moment than one of the best denim jackets for men, one that gets better with age as you break it in and make it your very own. My friends, meet the denim version of the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket, a luxurious take on a classic trucker jacket made with care by one of the very best designers on the market.

As seems to be the case with the award-winning designer’s seasonal wares, this fresh spin on the modern icon that is the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket gets all the details right, and then some. The company rightfully calls this a “luxurious update on a time-honored classic,” with 12.5oz. cotton denim delivering structure and rugged appeal.

Take heed: As one of America’s best menswear designers notes, this handsome denim jacket gets the brand’s classic dark resin rise, lending it the look of raw denim with more softness and wearability right out of the box.

Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket review.

The timeless trucker jacket silhouette remains the same across the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket lineup, which also includes rich suede versions in a variety of fall-friendly colorways. And while other versions of the Todd Snyder Dylan Jacket feature shank buttons in an antique finish, this one features updated hardware with a cleaner look and feel.

Cut to fit above the hip in tried-and-true trucker jacket fashion, chest and hip pockets add utility and deliver storage space for your everyday carry, for good measure.

Either way, this stylish men’s denim jacket is a certified winner in my book, whether worn atop a pocket tee or paired with a light-wash chambray shirt — add in stretch chinos in a fall-approved tobacco hue, step into your new favorite pair of Blundstone boots (for instance), then take in the wonders of expertly crafted seasonal style.

See Now, Buy Now: This Line of Trade Weekender XL Duffle Will Help You Gear Up For Seasonal Travel

As we look towards a promising fall season ahead, I’d say there’s never been a better time to take the first step in securing your seasonal plans — that is, finding one of the best weekender bags for men will help you gear up the right way, even before you have to hit the road. The bag that holds your favorite gear, after all, is just about as crucial as the gear within that bag, especially when it comes to getting from point A to point B in functional, stylish fashion.

That’s where the Line of Trade Weekender XL Duffel can deliver the goods, quite literally, as far as the best duffle bags for men are concerned.

Line of Trade just so happens to be a personal favorite brand of mine, with Americana heritage and military style inspiration often serving as the template for the company’s array of handsome henleys, flannel shirts, work pants and now, your new favorite weekender bag.

The Line of Trade Weekender XL Duffel is billed by Bespoke Post as a bag packed with “deluxe upgrades to the rugged bestseller” from the company, with specs to match and to keep your gear protected in eye-catching fashion all along your travel route.

With inspiration drawn from the tool bags of stonemasons (yes, seriously) the NYC-based outfitter notes that this durable weekender bag “is the beefed-up big brother to our Weekender Bag with some extra perks suited for longer travels,” namely features like an exterior zipper pocket, an internal 15-inch laptop sleeve and a zippered security pocket.

There’s even an interior zippered shoe storage space, while hard-wearing canvas complements antique-style hardware and leather accents that should develop a pleasing patina over time.

If you ask me, finding one of the best duffel bags for men is as crucial as it gets when it comes to transporting your favorite gear, your go-to leather boots or your trusted henley, or a combination of all of the above. And for an agreeable price, the Line of Trade Weekender XL Duffel delivers 40 liters of carrying capacity and the good looks you need on the road — plus, you get all of this for just above $120, a downright steal of a price. It looks to me like you’ve just found your new favorite travel bag, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: These LUCA Terra Low Sneakers from Huckberry Are As Stylish As It Gets

There’s plenty of rich texture and color to choose from across the spectrum of menswear, even in the dog days of summer. Or rather, while it might not quite be the dog days of summer just yet, there are crucial ways to liven things up in the days ahead with a fresh outlook on the best summer style essentials, like that tried-and-true pair of the best men’s sneakers you tend to lace up just about every day.

So while white canvas sneakers or crisply cut white leather sneakers are of the essence, it’s always a stylish move to go a level deeper with some richly crafted leather sneakers in a shade more typically reserved for your favorite pair of leather boots (notably, you can find all of these selections at Huckberry, so you’ve come to the right place today).

That brings us to the handsome brown leather-gum rubber outsole LUCA Terra Low Sneakers, which are as well-suited for your favorite pair of light wash jeans and a pocket tee as they are for pairing with stretch chinos, an Oxford shirt and a lightweight navy blazer — yes, these stylish men’s sneakers can do all of that, and then some.

In fact, the good folks at Huckberry perhaps said it best, noting that the LUCA Terra Low Sneakers rest ever-so-stylishly in the “sweet spot in the closet between a sport sneaker and a dress shoe, allowing you to dress it up with a button-down and chinos, or dress it down with a tee and shorts.”

With a leather-lined interior and a natural gum rubber outsole, these sneakers boast a springy, ultra-comfortable feel right out of the box, while details like a reinforced toe and heel drive home the point that these are durable sneakers made to last.

Handsome details like contrast laces offer a dash of style points any way you wear these fashionable men’s sneakers, while rich Ravine Leather (among other options) gives them plenty of character and comfort with each wear.

The LUCA Terra Low Sneakers also come in variations like an ultra-versatile All-White Leather build, plus combinations that include Ravine Leather and an all-white outsole, for good measure.

The low profile makes them suitable for pairing with business casual looks aplenty, and the fact that you can get a pair of perfectly constructed sneakers for men for under $200 is about as great as it gets, is it not? Try out these simply excellent men’s sneakers from Huckberry and LUCA as soon as possible, and see for yourself.

See Now, Buy Now: These Breezy Flint and Tinder Drawstring Shorts Will Keep You Cool All Summer

Summertime style is often all about solutions, about solving a menswear problem of sorts, so to speak: Staying cool in the heat without sacrificing style points, putting your best foot forward in comfortable summer footwear, packing up the right gear to head to the beach or the lake. And one solution for casual, easygoing style that still looks polished and versatile?

Opting for a pair of the best linen shorts for men, a reliable solution in the heat when it might feel a bit too hot for traditional stretch cotton chino shorts (and yes, there are certainly days where it feels too hot even for that fairly lightweight fabric). So when in doubt, reach for a stylish set of shorts like the ones shown above, as the Flint and Tinder Drawstring Shorts meet the moment in matters of form and function — would you expect anything less from Huckberry?

It’s both the blend of flexible fabric and a drawstring waist that help make the Flint and Tinder Drawstring Shorts so effortlessly comfortable, with a 7-inch inseam for an utterly classic fit. The Flint and Tinder Drawstring Shorts are also available in a wide array of colors and patterns, true to form for some leisurely yet stylish shorts that should quickly prove a summertime staple.

In fact, these stylish shorts for men feature just a hint of stretch (try 1 percent elastane in the fabric on for size). And there’s plenty to love beyond just their breezy, lightweight design — color options like Navy Seersucker or Olive Striped Linen get the job done reliably in terms of adding either classic color or eye-catching pattern to your wardrobe.

And about those wardrobe options: With the Flint and Tinder Drawstring Shorts, you’ve certainly got the potential to dress ’em up slightly (with a stretch cotton polo shirt and textured leather loafers) or dress ’em down (with a pocket tee and white canvas sneakers, for instance).

Take careful note of the details when it comes to your new favorite summer shorts, as Huckberry says “every pair is garment-dyed to ensure a soft, broken-in feel from the first wear and a rich, lived-in color that only looks better with age.” With breezy construction, a luxurious handfeel and versatile color options aplenty, these stylish men’s shorts from Huckberry set the tone for laidback seasonal style.

See Now, Buy Now: The Shinola Lake Superior Monster Automatic Watch Is Ready for Anything This Summer

Shinola men's watch review.

So, the stage is set. That lakeside cabin or beach retreat is booked, the packing process is underway, you’re dreaming of filling up your YETI cooler with ice-cold beer and perhaps, you’re contemplating the watch (or watches!) you’re going to bring with you as part of your everyday carry essentials on a summer getaway.

One of the very best watches for men should be able to go anywhere you go, into the water and back on land — and back on the road — without missing a beat. And because a stylish watch for men is quite the investment, you should be shopping with confidence (and hopefully, giving yourself a bit of time to consider the timepiece in question). That’s where the handsome Shinola dive watch at the top of the page joins your packing list.

My past Shinola reviews have assuredly sung the praises of the brand, from its Mid-Century Shinola Runwell to hard-wearing, bold dive watches like the Shinola West Wind — this timepiece shown here is no slouch, either.

But if versatility, rugged construction and style points aplenty are what you seek, then you could do worse than the Shinola Lake Superior Monster Automatic Watch, a land-and-sea timepiece fashioned with great care from the modern icons at the Detroit lifestyle company. Yes indeed, if any company could craft a durable watch fit for the Great Lakes, it’d be Shinola.

And while we don’t talk about watches on this blog as frequently as, say, the best Oxford shirt or classic blue jeans, it’s a valuable piece to have in your arsenal, packed with both functionality and fashion.

At first glance, the black case and bezel, plus three-link stainless steel bracelet, might call to mind a certain famous, somewhat similar dive watch (ahem, the Rolex Submariner), but Shinola switches things up when it comes to the Shinola Lake Superior Monster Automatic Watch, shifting the date window and delivering this rugged dive watch in a 43mm build.

Fashioned from durable 316L stainless steel, this watch is also rated down to 1,000 feet — whether extreme diving or a quick dip in the ocean is your pursuit of choice, this watch can handle it. And the good news, you needn’t change it when it comes time to dress for dinner — it’s refined and yet highly functional, like, well, the Rolex Submaner.

The 26-jewel, 38-hour power reserve of the quite reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement powers this watch, and marks a step up from Shinola’s earlier days of using quartz movements (let the debate among horological enthusiasts rage on as to which movement is really worth the price).

Its indices are given a green-glow treatment, Shinola notes of this hard-working, easily wearable watch. Whether paired with a polo and chino shorts or with a chambray shirt and linen trousers “the star quality of this timepiece is its performance,” and that’s a sentiment I wholeheartedly endorse as you prep for your next standout summer getaway.

See Now, Buy Now: Embrace Breezy Summer Style with This Luxe Criquet Shirts Buttondown

For as essential as it is to build a closet well-stocked with the best warm-weather style essentials — from polo shirts to pocket tees, chino shorts to linen trousers — there’s plenty to be said for going out on a limb stylistically every once in a while.

So, while your trusty polo shirt is a quintessential style move for everything from a BBQ to the office (when you select the right polo in the right fabric, that is), you’ve also got other options as far as the best short-sleeve shirts for men are concerned. Indeed, that’s where Criquet Shirts can help, my friends.

My past Criquet Shirts reviews have talked about the brand’s old-school-style polos, like the kind that true gentlemen like Arnold Palmer used to wear. If you haven’t yet picked up a Criquet Shirts polo, it very well might be time — but let’s explore what else the brand has to offer, shall we?

An extended placket, a crisp collar, a flattering fit — yessir, Criquet Shirts certainly makes some of my favorite polos. But as far as switching things up from the ordinary is concerned, the classic camp collar shirt — in this instance, the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt — is a reliable change of pace, at once retro and modern at the same time.

The camp collar shirt first shot to popularity as a more casual sporting (and yes, camping-friendly), with the lay-flat open collar also making it a prized workwear staple at times (or at least, a more casual shirt that your grandpa might have worn to work on his hot rod, ehh?). The Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt takes a more breezy, beach-friendly approach in terms of color and pattern, which is never a bad thing to have handy.

Guayabera shirts are the main source of design inspiration for the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt, which blends both cotton and linen chambray in a super-lightweight, ultra-comfortable fabric. The slightly more relaxed fit breathes easily, while the straight hem and lay-flat Cuban collar are utterly classic touches.

Criquet Shirts went all the way as far as resort-friendly style is concerned, using coconut buttons to give a sense of true leisure and expertly easygoing style to the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt.

Embroidered pattern options are yours for the taking with the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt, which should wear more than handily with natural-hued linen trousers or light khaki stretch chinos — based on the color you select, of course.

Either way, as you wear the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt, you’re gaining a sense of luxe, leisurely style every time you reach for the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt, no matter the color or pattern you choose. When you want to switch things up from a polo without going overboard, a camp collar shirt is (at least in my experience) a surefire style home run — the Criquet Shirts Desi Shirt knocks it out of the park, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: These LUCA Canvas Sneakers from Huckberry are an Instant Summer Classic

Best canvas sneakers for men.

There’s certainly a wide world out there as you scour the market for the best men’s shoes and indeed, the best men’s sneakers to keep you light on your feet with style in mind this summer.

The more thought you put into your footwear rotation, from crisp leather loafers to light and breezy suede chukka boots and yes, the canvas sneakers shown above, the more you’ll be covered, literally, for just about any style scenario imaginable through the high heat of summer.

Of course, you can find just about anything you need at Huckberry as far as the best shoes for men are concerned, period, but let’s take a closer look at something easygoing, easy to wear and eternally stylish: Yes, the humble canvas sneaker puts in the hours, and this time, it’s got some new specs and a new design outlook via in-house footwear brand LUCA at Huckberry.

The brand looks to perfect smart casual footwear, blending gum rubber outsoles and sustainable suede and leather uppers with the likes of Chelsea boot, chukka boot and laidback sneaker construction, and the LUCA Canvas Sneakers are the latest entry to join your lineup of footwear so casually cool and stylish, you won’t even have to think twice about lacing ’em up.

Canvas sneakers boast more laidback style than ultra-crisp white leather sneakers, along with more durability — you can scuff ’em up just a touch without worry, and that goes for everything from boardwalk strolls to weekend coffee outings and dive bar beers once the blazing sun sets.

The LUCA Canvas Sneakers are crafted from organic cotton canvas, with a flexible yet sturdy rubber outsole and Strobel construction, encouraging what the brand calls “lighter and more flexible wear” — consider me impressed, and certainly looking to lace up a fresh pair of kicks from Huckberry and LUCA.

Better still is the fact that the design of the LUCA Canvas Sneakers is simple, clean and minimal. Pair up your new favorite canvas sneakers with everything from olive chino shorts and a grey polo to a camp-collar shirt and stretch chinos, or else go ultra-casual with a short-sleeve henley and classic light wash jeans.

As with other Huckberry summer style essentials, you needn’t overthink how to wear the LUCA Canvas Sneakers — they’re as essential and yet laidback as it gets, as ready for a summer BBQ as a coastal road trip. A pair of stylish men’s shoes like the LUCA Canvas Sneakers are to be treasured and yet worn often, through all of your favorite seasonal pursuits. Lace these up accordingly, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: The Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo is an Ultra-Comfortable Menswear Wardrobe Upgrade

Now that we’ve sprinted past Memorial Day, perhaps you’ve noticed one of two things: Your menswear wardrobe is finally retooled for the season at hand, or else, you need just a few more essential selections to round things into form, from the office to the links to the beach and back.

One style that can pass muster in each of those locales, especially when done the right way? The best polos for men are up for the challenge, with sporty sensibility, casually cool office style and good looks (plus comfort) that fits right in at the boardwalk or the driving range.

The normally preppy polo gets a masterful remix in matters of comfort and style in the hands of Mack Weldon, a longtime favorite of this Brooklyn style blog — best known for its boxer briefs and comfortable basics, the company now turns that same ultra-comfortable lens towards the best polo shirts for men.

In the case of this fine late spring Wednesday, it’s the Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo that earns our attention (and possibly … a spot in your menswear rotation). It lives up to its billing and then some, with a super-soft 100 percent Pima cotton build that rivals other Mack Weldon T-shirts.

In my experience (and as you’ll see in my past Mack Weldon reviews), I’ve found the brand’s basics to be plenty comfortable while also retaining their shape and structure throughout the day, from T-shirts to the fan-favorite Mack Weldon Vesper Polo (which is now a covetable final sale item!). The Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo should carry on that same sense of style and softness, complete with a more relaxed fit and a more casual open collar, plus a two-button placket for a crisp look and feel.

Priced under $80 and available in a pleasing array of solid colors and patterns, including the breezy striped option shown throughout this post, the Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo feels as at home with stretch chino shorts as with moisture-wicking golf performance pants, or else perhaps even linen trousers and leather loafers at the office.

The Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo blends the comfort of your go-to T-shirt with the elevated nature of a polo, all without feeling too fussy (or breaking the bank), at least in my experience.

With a dozen color and pattern options available across the board when it comes to the Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo, it could prove a fine replacement for your favorite dress shirt or perhaps even a T-shirt when you feel like stepping up your game ever so slightly. That’s what Mack Weldon is all about, after all, and the Mack Weldon Pima T-Shirt Polo proves that point quite handily — tee one up for your wardrobe, my friends.