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by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Walden Eyewear Sunglasses from Huckberry Are Bold Yet Classic (And Perfect for Summer)

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When I think about it, there are really a host of men’s style essentials and gear picks that you need to get right before you actually need them in your wardrobe. Be it a breezy men’s T-shirt at the ready for exceptionally hot days or one of the best pairs of men’s shorts, there are plentiful opportunities that fit that very bill in the summer, particularly from a prized online retailer like Huckberry.

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And perhaps most of all, there’s the need need to snag a pair of the best sunglasses for men before it’s too late. And that brings us today’s standout selection, a standout deal in its own right: The Walden Eyewear Pilot Sunglasses from our friends at Huckberry check every box you might can think of as you prowl the market for a fresh pair of shades as we cruise past the midway point of summer.

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There’s much to love about these sunglasses, starting with the iconic and classic-meets-modern silhouette, one that plays off the timeless aviator shape and refreshes it as only Huckberry (one of the best online retailers for men) can do. The even better news? These stylish men’s sunglasses are available now via the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale, delivering some serious savings in the process (they now retail for under $100).

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Introduced last year, the Walden Eyewear line at Huckberry takes crisp, classically designed silhouettes of the past, like the circular or oval sunglass shape, and updates them with modern materials and improved durability.

The Walden Eyewear Pilot Sunglasses fit the bill very nicely in that regard, with “hyper-wearable” details like a tapered temple design, a strong frame shape and a handsome selection of bio-acetate colors upgraded with recycled steel hardware for durability.

Given the time of year — the high heat of summer — and the chance to save big on a menswear must-have, I’d say there’s really no time like the present to score yourself some savings on the Walden Eyewear Pilot Sunglasses. Cheers, my friends.

Yes indeed, the Walden Eyewear Pilot Sunglasses get the job done handily, whether paired with your favorite polo and chino shorts or one of the best short-sleeve henleys and trusty light wash jeans.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes Are a Must-Have Summer Essential

There are some men’s style classics that are so prevalent, so widely seen, it can be tough to recognize them for what they are — a must-have for your own wardrobe, in addition to being a much-loved favorite, for instance.

In my experience, that’s what the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes represent, especially in my own wardrobe: A tried-and-true summer essential that’s stood the test of time, one that’s as versatile as can be and as wearable now as it was decades ago. Add in the fact that your new favorite boat shoes are now sold by Huckberry, and you’ve got a certified style winner on your hands.

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What makes the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes a prep staple as well as an easygoing style move nearly any day of the week (at least in off-duty situations)? It could be the premium handsewn leather upper and classic moc toe construction, or it could be handsome touches like rawhide laces for a dash of throwback style.

Or perhaps it’s the wearability of the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes — they team as easily with rolled light wash jeans and a camp collar shirt as they do with your favorite polo and chino shorts.

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Plus, the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes feature an EVA midsole for comfort and rebound, plus a non-marking outsole for the right blend of traction and long-lasting wearability. Rich leather options abound when shopping for these stylish boat shoes at Huckberry, and the two-eyelet lacing system is casually cool while delivering a snug, customizable fit.

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Better still is the fact that the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes retail for a very agreeable $110, giving you the chance to snag more than one pair if you so choose. For the right mix of classic style, great looks and laidback wearability, reach for the Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoes — they’ll get the job done, and then some.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Nudie Jeans Denim Jacket is the Ideal Layer for Casual Summer Style

Best denim jackets for men to buy now.

Sometimes, the best summer style essentials are the ones that are least expected, or the ones that come in handy when you might have thought of them as overkill. An example: In my experience, when the mercury rises, it’s tough to think beyond wearing anything but a crisply cut American-made T-shirt, one of the best lightweight polos and chino shorts, for instance. Yet, Nudie Jeans has a solution for you — bear with me.

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After all, what happens when the sun sets and temperatures cool? This is where one of the best denim jackets can make its mark, and that’s where the Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket shakes up your seasonal wardrobe. The right denim jacket is a true Swiss Army Knife in your summer style rotation, with plenty of functionality and just enough form in its design.

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The button chest pockets on your Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket offer up storage space for everyday carry essentials (See: A place to store your sunglasses, wallet and keys when the sun sets), while hip hand pockets are also useful.

But above all else, the true utility of the Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket lies in its mid-weight, super-soft denim build, a specialty of Nudie Jeans. The Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket is made from a strong yet supple 13.75oz. rigid denim that’s been given a wash fit for one of the best vintage denim jackets out there — yet it’s brand-new, right out of the box.

Copper buttons and navy buttonholes give this handsome denim jacket a touch of distinction, while its overall build should prove plenty durable and dependable — fitting given the price tag and its USA-made construction.

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Toss the Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket on over a soft cotton T-shirt and chino shorts, pair it with one of your favorite henleys and some inky black denim, or use this stylish men’s denim jacket as the finishing touch atop a polo and olive chinos — however you wear the Nudie Jeans Danny Blue Vintage Jean Jacket, it’ll prove more than useful (in unexpected ways) this summer.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Layer Up on Breezy Summer Nights with this Indigo Henley from Sea Culture

Best long-sleeve henley for men.

There comes a time in every guy’s life when he’s got to buckle down and get to business wearing the best menswear essentials — even if “business” mostly revolves around laidback, leisurely summer hangouts on a cool evening. And the tools for that particular job? Count one of the best men’s henleys among them, a rugged staple piece meant for easy layering, lounging and more.

That’s especially the case when that stylish henley for men is done by Sea Culture Brand, the upstate New York purveyor of casually cool, beach-ready style essentials. The Sea Culture Tobacco Bay Henley in a rich indigo is a handsome, stylish winner, and it’s the perfect addition to your beach bag and your weekender bag as you plot your next breezy, seaside outing.

In fact, this soft cotton henley — in my experience — works as well when layered beneath a lightweight buttondown or your favorite zip hoodie as it does when worn on its own.

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The distinctive indigo dye of the Sea Culture Tobacco Bay Henley comes from natural tea waste, while coconut buttons also offer both durability and a sense of eye-catching, off-duty style. Your new favorite henley (again, that’s the Sea Culture Tobacco Bay Henley) is an investment at nearly $100, but it’s not a bad call in my book when it comes to rugged, comfortable layering on a (surprisingly) brisk evening.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Taylor Stitch Linen Jacket is Perfect for Summer Travel

Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket review.

When a modern “classic” gets a revamp in a summer-friendly fabrication, it’s worth taking another look — another very close look at one of the best summer jackets for men, that is. And that’s what the newest edition of the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket brings to the table, and this time, it’s even better than before.

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The rugged-meets-refined, versatile chore coat is already one of the best jackets for summer nights, and there are previous iterations that turn the chore coat style into a warm-weather classic. This new take ups the ante even further, and the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket in Chili Linen Stripe gets the details right in every way possible.

Just like a Taylor Stitch organic cotton polo or one its durable-yet-soft T-shirts, it all starts with premium fabric, the kind that can go just about anywhere in this ever-versatile, hybrid-style silhouette. The Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket in Chili Linen Stripe has classic chore coat detailing throughout, with two lower hip patch pockets and a chest pocket — complete with a pen slot, naturally.

Taylor Stitch bar-tacked these patch pockets for durability at stress points, giving the jacket a rugged appeal. Helpfully, in my experience, the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket in Chili Linen Stripe is a jacket that can stand up to light workwear situations and a day’s worth of travel as easily as it can pass as a stylish blazer replacement (when it comes to workwear, think more of the drafting table than the yard or a job site, of course).

Crucially, the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket in Chili Linen Stripe also gets the details right in terms of looks — the chili linen stripe color is a nice change of pace in terms of summer fabric.

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The linen-cotton fabric blend should also prove hardy enough for cool summer nights, yet breathable enough when layered over Taylor Stitch men’s shirts, polos and even a rugged henley for a mix of high-low style. That high-low style extends to its wearability with everything from the best light wash denim to Taylor Stitch linen trousers, too.

Is the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket in Chili Linen Stripe a true do-it-all jacket? Very nearly, and that’s what counts this summer.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Randolph Engineering Makes (Arguably) the Best USA-Made Sunglasses on the Market

Randolph Engineering sunglasses review.

When it comes down to it, they just don’t make ’em like they used to — “it,” in this case, being durable sunglasses crafted with care in America. And yet, in my experience, one brand in particular rises above the rest, and that’s Randolph Engineering, makers of some of the very best USA-made sunglasses.

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The company is an old-school one, developing military-grade and military-approved shades on time-tested equipment in Massachusetts. The story only gets better from there when it comes to some of the best sunglasses for men.

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And in fact, some of that equipment used dates back decades, as the brand was originally founded by machinists Jan Waszkiewicz and Stanley Zaleski — the very developers of that same equipment, prior to the formal launching of the brand itself.

The company won its first military-spec contract for men’s aviator sunglasses in 1983, and the brand has grown by leaps and bounds since then. It’s an admirable story that I can’t help but love — and in my experience, the brand’s men’s sunglasses deliver the goods in terms of heritage and history.

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These days, Randolph Engineering proudly toes the line between rugged functionality and modern style, which is a tricky balance to strike — and yet one that they achieve admirably.

Case in point? Styles like the Randolph Engineering Class A Aviator, which boasts a distinctive and versatile shape, plus the option to select from multiple lens and frame colors. Four lens size options provide versatility based on the shape of your own face, too.

And for good measure, the design is well worth the price tag (less expensive than designer frames, more expensive than classic Ray-Ban Aviators, and packed with tons of history, to boot). This isn’t the last time you’ll be reading a Randolph Engineering review on the blog, but for now, get used to — and get acquainted with — the brand that makes your new favorite sunglasses.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Aether Apparel Lightweight Crew Is a Rugged Summer Classic

There are times when you might not know what you need in your summer wardrobe until you come across a situation where, well, a certain pick could come in mighty handy. Take one of the best crewneck sweatshirts for men.

It’s a casual must-have worn under trucker jackets and atop flannel shirts in the colder months, but the right crewneck sweatshirt can prove extremely useful on chilly summer nights, too.

Think of it this way: If ever you’ve felt like you could use an extra layer on a cool summer evening, yet have come up short, consider it a valuable solution. And this, my friends, is where the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew enters your wardrobe.

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It comes from the technical masters at Los Angeles-based Aether Apparel, who founded their brand by focusing on gear that was stylish enough for the city and technical enough for the great outdoors.

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In my experience, the brand has succeeded on both accounts, which you can see if ever you’ve checked out the Aether Apparel Archive Sale or even worn one of the brand’s adventure-minded accessories, like a pair of the best sunglasses for men.

Elsewhere, picks like the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew fit the bill nicely, from the lightweight French Terry cotton-blend construction to the garment-dyed finishing processing. The fact that it also comes in a trio of neutral, versatile shades (seen above and below) is a major benefit, too.

That process gives the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew a lived-in feel right out of the box, something that in my personal experience is a great thing to have in your rotation of lightweight sweatshirts. It’s easy enough to throw on over a T-shirt, yet will maintain its shape enough to wear beneath a bomber jacket on especially brisk or rainy summer mornings (or nights, or afternoons, for that matter).

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And the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew should also add warmth to your #OOTD without weighing you down, another benefit of finding an outdoor essential for the summer months.

Like the rest of the Aether Apparel line, the Aether Apparel Solstice Lightweight Crew comes at a premium price, but in my opinion, the outfitter lives up to its stylish-yet-technical, high-quality reputation. That’s a great thing to have in your summer wardrobe, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo is a Surefire Daily Style Winner

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It seems that lately here on the blog, the best polos for men have been a prime topic of conversation. In my experience, that’s as it should be: When done the right way, as with the Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo at the top of the page, the style is a timeless classic.

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We’re talking a stylish polo for men that’s more elevated than a T-shirt, more breezy than even one of the best Oxford shirts, and wearable with everything from the best linen pants to chino shorts (at least, in my experience). And the Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo fits the bill quite nicely, seeing as it’s made from a brand obsessed with putting a modern, well-fitting and distinctive spin on throwback staples.

It helps that this polo shirt is also updated with eco-friendly organic cotton, and the laundry list of features carries on from there. The Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo is also available in a Bleached Natural Stripe option, plus a deep Indigo Stripe, but the Washed Indigo iteration is my personal favorite.

That color gives it wearability with everything from dark tan chinos to light grey linen trousers and even navy dress pants (don’t forget sleek leather loafers).

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And as with other Taylor Stitch men’s shirts, the Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo comes in the brand’s excellent chest sizing options — a tailored fit that’s not too tight, and is often flattering (especially on my 6’2″ frame, the 44″ chest size works particularly well).

The two-button placket is more relaxed than somewhat dressier polos, but with the Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo, it’s as if the brand has simply upgraded your favorite T-shirt in a more polished way. When casual-yet-elevated style scenarios come calling, reach for the breezy, well-made Taylor Stitch Organic Cotton Polo — it’s a new daily summer staple, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Outerknown Sojourn Polo is a Perfect Polo Shirt for Summer

Best men's polo shirt for summer.

In my experience, the best men’s style upgrades for summer are pieces that come in a silhouette you know and love, like one of the best men’s polo shirts, yet boast some features that separate them from the pack entirely.

Somewhere between the sharp style of an office-ready dress shirt and the casual nature of a pocket tee or a rugged men’s henley, the polo shirt is an indispensable summer classic — the short sleeves keep you cool and the collar adds polish, from BBQs to beach hangs.

And while the traditional polo shirt is usually made of, say, a thicker cotton pique fabric, Outerknown takes on the challenge of reinventing the polo shirt in stride.

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The sustainable menswear brand, founded by surfing legend Kelly Slater, has long taken casual, eco-conscious men’s style quite seriously, from laidback picks like Outerknown chino shorts to the famed Outerknown Blanket Shirt, and the same can be said for the much-loved Outerknown Sojourn Polo.

That goes for its style as much as its famously outdoor-minded nature, with a range of colorways from navy to charcoal (keep scrolling for more).

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How is the Outerknown Sojourn Polo a change of pace from the classic polo shirt? It starts with the fabric and construction, as so many great staple pieces from Outerknown tend to focus on when improving menswear staple pieces. The Outerknown Sojourn Polo uses super-soft regenerative organic pima cotton, a change of pace in terms of its eco-friendly nature and its ultra-comfortable feel.

That gives the Outerknown Sojourn Polo the breezy feel of a T-shirt, while the two-button placket lends the polish and versatility of a polo. As Outerknown says, the Outerknown Sojourn Polo is like adding a collar to your favorite T-shirt, and that’s the sort of casually cool summer style upgrade I can get behind.

When in doubt and when searching for something in between a dress shirt and an Oxford shirt or even a T-shirt, opt for this must-have from a favorite sustainable brand you can trust.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Todd Snyder Linen Pants are A Perfect Replacement for Casual Jeans

Best pants for men this summer.

For as much as I love wearing some of the best light wash jeans for summer (in keeping with the warmer climes of the season), there are times when a man’s wardrobe essentials need a bit more polish.

While the best light wash jeans are ideal for some casually cool flair, there’s a way to get the comfort and mobility of classic denim with just a bit more style — for the office, for date night and beyond.

And in my experience, Todd Snyder nails that balance perfectly. Exhibit A? The Todd Snyder Cotton-Linen 5-Pocket Pants, which bridge the gap between chinos and denim perfectly. Would you expect anything less from the award-winning designer, after all?

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The award-winning designer excels at the rugged appeal of the best men’s light wash jeans, and the same can be said for both chinos and 5-pocket pants. How are five-pocket pants different than chinos or jeans? Well, they mimic the same design of chinos, yet in this case, the fabric is a handsome, breathable cotton-linen blend — and of course, your new favorite pants feature an excellent Khaki colorway (among other options).

Colors like crisp Navy and inky Black are also up for grabs when it comes to the Todd Snyder Cotton-Linen 5-Pocket Pants, while a sleek Slim cut gives them a dressier look and feel than even slim blue jeans might bring to the table. And that lends the Todd Snyder Cotton-Linen 5-Pocket Pants an air of summer-ready versatility.

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Pair them with brown leather loafers and a navy polo for an evening outing, or swap in your favorite Oxford shirt and brown leather chukka boots for a mix of high-low office style. Elsewhere, feel free to dress down the Todd Snyder Cotton-Linen 5-Pocket Pants with a denim trucker jacket and one of the best USA-made T-shirts on the market.

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All the while, you can breathe easily (literally) knowing that the blend of 73 percent cotton and 27 percent linen is easygoing and lightweight. And with the comfort of your favorite jeans, the polish of chinos and the right balance between cotton and linen fabric, the Todd Snyder Cotton-Linen 5-Pocket Pants could just become your new favorite summer pants. Shop accordingly this week, my friends.