February 17, 2021January 19, 2021 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Scout Shirt is the Perfect Shirt for Casual Winter Style

One of the more durable, stylish men’s shirts you can wear this winter.

Well, here we are: Past mid-February on the calendar, and yet with the long slog of the rest of winter still in front of us. What’s a guy to do? Why, that’s easy. Check out today’s See Now, Buy Now entry to stock up on one of the best men’s shirts for winter and beyond — the Filson Scout Shirt. It’s the kind you can wear in casually rugged fashion for the rest of this season and on into spring, to say the least. Plus, the brown-and-gold plaid color shown above is seasonally friendly and classic. Now, if you read the blog on the regular, you know that the Pacific Northwest heritage outfitters at Filson routinely come up with some of the best gear for men, period, from the classic Filson Tin Cloth Jacket to the unstoppably cool Filson Moleskin Shirt we talked about earlier this winter. On that note, the Filson Scout Shirt really does pass muster.

And as luck would have it, the Filson Scout Shirt carries on the same tradition of quality and rugged style (plus performance) that you’d expect from a brand that’s been around more than a century. How does that all work out, exactly? Reader, I’m glad you asked. Of course, the brand starts with a lightweight-yet-durable and easy-to-layer cotton twill for maximum versatility (think neither too burly or too lightweight on the fabric front). It only gets better from there as far as one of the best men’s winter shirts is concerned.

SHOP: The Filson Scout Shirt

One of three rugged and essential colorways as far as this durable men’s shirt is concerned.

We previously talked about the versatility of the F ilson Scout Shirt here on the blog for the warmer months, but believe me when I say it’s got plenty going for it as far as cold-weather layering is concerned. The cotton twill fabric of this rugged men’s shirt means you can wear it easily atop a classic Filson henley or a Filson thermal shirt for cold winter days in the yard or the garage, and you can even layer that combination beneath a waxed Filson jacket for maximum warmth. The military-grade buttons ensure years of durability, and the yarn-dyed fabric is made to resist fading over time.

The fit should prove easy to move around in and layer without being too baggy or too tight, either. Any day of the week (even for a Zoom call when worn atop a Filson pocket T-shirt), the Filson Scout Shirt simply comes through in the clutch. One last styling tip: Wear it with Filson men’s jeans for the ultimate in all-day style, including a coffee run, a park stroll and brewery to-go beers. I’d call that one of the best men’s winter shirts, wouldn’t you?

SHOP: The Filson Scout Shirt

February 10, 2021January 15, 2021 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Everlane Fleece Denim Trucker is the Perfect Casual Winter Coat

A rugged, classic denim trucker jacket to wear all winter long.

Let’s get right into it today. If you read the blog, you know that San Francisco-based Everlane delivers on some of the best men’s style essentials across the board, be it a classic cardigan for men or a rugged flannel shirt. Add another item to that list today however, because the Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket is, as the headline so wisely points out, quite possibly your new favorite casual winter jacket.

That’s a lofty title to claim, to be sure, but as with all things Everlane, it sseems to live up to that billing. Keep in mind that this rugged fleece denim jacket is nearly sold out, so you’d better act quickly if you hope to scoop it up, but know that other Everlane men’s denim jackets are just as ready for winter layering — perhaps even atop your favorite hooded sweatshirt). The point is, this classic denim jacket amps things up a notch from the typical silhouette for the winter months, what with its warm polyester fleece lining, and that makes it a worthy change of pace from, say, your classic navy peacoat from time to time.

SHOP: The Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket

A seriously cool, tough denim jacket to wear the rest of winter.

The Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket is every bit as well-constructed as your standard issue denim jacket, featuring a rich blue 100 percent organic cotton exterior and classic trucker jacket styling. Contrast stitching and hardware make this jacket decidedly more casual than, say, an all-black denim jacket, but that’s not a bad thing. The warm fleece lining also means you can wear it as your sole outer layer, whereas an unlined indigo denim jacket might work more as a mid-layer (again, perhaps underneath your classic navy peacoat).

But yet again, the Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket comes through in the clutch, giving you the kind of layering ability other jackets only dream about. Wear this atop a rugged thermal henley with black Everlane jeans and tan boots for a rugged change of pace, or go just a bit dressier by teaming the Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket with your favorite chambray shirt and grey cotton chinos. The best casual winter jackets for men have plenty of special qualities that elevate them above the everday, and this classic denim trucker jacket certainly checks all the right boxes. With that in mind, go ahead and shop accordingly, folks.

SHOP: The Everlane Fleece-Lined Denim Trucker Jacket

February 3, 2021June 28, 2021 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: GREATS Is Now Making Some of the Best Men’s Boots for Winter

A new take on hiking boots from one of your favorite sneaker brands.

If at first you’re confused by the headline — how can Brooklyn-based sneaker brand GREATS be making rugged hiking boots, after all? — well, I’d urge you to bear with me as we dive into the latest and *greatest* See Now, Buy Now entry covering some of the best men’s boot, period, and the best boots for winter, and just in the nick of time. That’s because the GREATS Dante Hiking Boots take every bit of the same DNA that makes GREATS men’s sneakers so, well, great, and amps it up to another level via a highly versatile, exceptionally rugged silhouette. Just when you might have thought you had your rotation of the best men’s winter boots all figured out, this pair enters the fray with the sort of quality you can only get from a brand that blends Portugese leather with sustainable practices. It’s the best of both worlds, seeing as the leather for the GREATS Dante Hiking Boots is tanned with 20 percent less water than traditional leather. You’re still getting a classic pair of brown leather boots, yet with far less waste.

SHOP: The GREATS Dante Hiking Boots

The best details set these newly iconic hiking boots apart from the pack this season.

Call ’em the best leather hiking boots for men or call ’em your new favorite pair, but just know that they can pack a punch when it comes to dealing with inclement winter weather. A sidewall welt sits atop a durable and rugged sole, one that so happens to be made in part with recycled rubber for comfort and sustainability. The contrasting blue laces on this particular pair are a nice pop against drab winter weather, while the silhouette is fairly sleek and not overly clunky. In my view, that means you can team them with looks that include tailored wool trousers, a classic Oxford shirt and a cashmere cardigan.

Of course, you can rock the GREATS Dante Hiking Boots with dark selvedge denim and your favorite henley with ease, too. Again, think of these like a versatile pair of dress boots as much as a pair of snow-ready hiking boots, especially on snowy city streets and outdoor brewery beer gardens. It’s also rare to find a great pair of boots under $300, yet the GREATS Dante Hiking Boots clock in at $250. Score ’em right now, wear the heck out of ’em this season, and reap the rewards all the while.

SHOP: The GREATS Dante Hiking Boots

January 27, 2021December 29, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Freemans Sporting Club Thermal Shirt is the Best Winter Base Layer

A rugged, classic thermal shirt to keep you warm on winter’s coldest days.

As we reach the end of the first month of 2021, I’d implore you to consider how your menswear rotation is looking right now, and then I’d implore you to upgrade it in a crucial way with the latest entry in this site’s See Now, Buy Now series. How about it? Specifically, let’s talk about one of the best thermal shirts for winter, the sort you can wear all on its own, layered beneath a shawl cardigan or throw on underneath your favorite flannel shirt (for starters, that is). The Freemans Sporting Club Homespun Thermal Tee is the answer to all your winter layering needs, no questions asked.

If you read the blog regularly, you’ll recall that we’ve talked about how New York City’s Freemans Sporting Club makes everything from one of the best pocket tees to one of the best chore coats, but what about when the thermostat plummets and you need something reliable on blustery winter nights? Enter the Freemans Sporting Club Homespun Thermal Tee, the kind you can wear day after day after day. Whether you call it one of the best men’s thermal shirts or just a critical base layer, you’ve gotta have it (keep scrolling for more).

SHOP: The Freemans Sporting Club Homespun Thermal Tee

Sturdy construction and a tailored-but-not-too-tight fit make this an ideal base layer or solo long-sleeve thermal tee.

The specs really are what set this rugged thermal shirt apart, including the fact that it’s made with pre-washed, 100 percent waffle knit cotton (ideal for layering with breathability at the forefront). The Freemans Sporting Club Homespun Thermal Tee is also made in Vancouver, Canada, home of other respected, classic athletic goods makers like Reigning Champ, so you can be sure it’s up to snuff. The Indigo color is highly versatile, whether worn with tan chinos and a grey flannel shirt or on its own with grey denim and your favorite pair of leather boots. The bottom line is that if it’s sold by Freemans Sporting Club, it’s more than good enough to earn a spot in your winter wardrobe. And with cold winter nights on the way, you assuredly need one of the best thermal shirts for men — kind of like this one, in fact. Happy shopping, folks.

SHOP: The Freemans Sporting Club Homespun Thermal Tee

January 20, 2021December 27, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket is the Best Winter Shirt Jacket

A durable shirt jacket that blends modern reliability with dependeable style.

When you start to think of winter menswear, what do you conjure up first? Perhaps a rugged parka or a burly flannel shirt, right? Perhaps, and those winter style staples are all well and good, but what if I told you that there was a way to get winter warmth with lightweight layering via one of the best men’s shirt jackets — how about that, ehh? Enter the ever-reliable, technically savvy and seriously cool Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket, and make it your new go-to layer for winter. This rugged shirt jacket carries on the Western Rise tradition of blending technical fabrics and modern innovation with tried-and-true silhouettes — if you read the blog, you’ll recognize the Western Rise Evolution Pants and the Western Rise AirLight Shirt, for starters. Luckily, the Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket carries forward the same blend of technical performance and cool style, starting with the water-resistant, four-way stretch fabric, ideal for all your winter adventures when layered atop a thermal shirt or a classic flannel. But wait… there’s more! Much more, folks.

SHOP: The Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket

It’s the four-way stretch fabric and durable construction that sets this shirt jacket apart from the pack.

One of the best shirt jackets for men, as you might expect, breaks out all the proper bells and whistles when it comes to the performance you need in cold weather. This shirt jacket is made to regulate your temperature and features more streamlined insulation than other bulkier shirt jackets or parkas (I should know — I’ve been testing it out, courtesy of the brand!).

The Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket gets technical with the use of Toray’s 40g 3DeFX+® hollow-core, 4-way stretch insulation, an in-depth way of saying this insulation is like no other on the market. Three zip pockets, including two zip pockets at the hip, provide space for your everyday carry essentials, and the clean fit means this shirt jacket won’t slow you down on or off the trail. Throw it on atop a tee when you need to clean up for a Zoom call, or pair it with a rugged flannel shirt for even more warmth. However you slice it, the Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket is your new favorite winter layer.

SHOP: The Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket

January 13, 2021December 16, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: Add to Your Everyday Carry This Winter with the WESN Allman Knife

The WESN Allman Knife is one of the coolest knives to add to your everyday carry, and that’s just a fact.

As we talk all things men’s style upgrades through the new year, perhaps you’re realizing you’re always one key item short on winter excursions, camping trips or days handling yard work: You’re missing one of the best everyday carry essentials around. That is to say, you might not realize you need the WESN Allman Knife until, well, you need it. And that’s the sort of style upgrade I can get onboard with — simple but significant, ready and able, seriously well-made. Not familiar with WESN? Well, you just might have found your new favorite accessories brand.

I say accessories because the Detroit-based company also makes everything from carabiners to leather sheaths to T-shirts, all with some serious style, attitude and quality in mind — would you expect anything less from the Motor City, after all? I certainly wouldn’t, and that’s what makes the WESN Allman Knife so welcome and, well, essential when it comes to the gear you count on day in and day out. Heck, even the brand’s name means “West, East South, North” — these gear picks sure can go anywhere. It’s one of the best compact knives on the market, made to fit in your hand and crafted from stainless steel hardware with a tough steel blade.

SHOP: The WESN Allman Knife

One of the faster-selling colorways of the WESN Allman Knife.

This thing isn’t messing around, that much is true. The WESN Allman Knife performs under pressure, with the sort of durability and unique build that other knives can’t quite live up to. Perhaps that’s because the focus is simply on the blade and the build (although it’s always handy to have a great multi-tool as part of your kit). However, this rugged compact knife goes above and beyond what you might expect, delivering a sleek design, a range of colorways to satisfy any palette, and a lifetime warranty that you can be sure will last (and last, and last). When you want a simple, yet endlessly useful, product you can count on, you want the WESN Allman Knife.

SHOP: The WESN Allman Knife

January 6, 2021December 5, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Myles Apparel Hoodie is The Perfect Blend of Performance and Style

A casual-yet-versatile and performance-friendly hooded sweatshirt for all-day style.

It’s tough to believe we’ve got nearly a week in the books in 2021 already, and maybe, just maybe, that’s led you to dig in pretty hard into some New Year’s resolutions, be they of the style, fitness or adventure-related variety (and that’s where the best men’s gear assuredly comes into play). That all being said, I’m here to tell you about one piece of gear that can reliably help in each of those pursuits, and it just so happens that it’s one of the best men’s hoodies on the market. Yes indeed, whether you’ve resolved to put in more miles on the road, get outdoors more or simply spend more time relaxing and reading at home in style, the Myles Apparel Everyday Pullover Hoodie is going to help you get the job done. Better still? You can use the code Myles10 to get 10 percent off. And you’re definitely going to want to do that, seeing as it’s one of the best men’s performance hoodies on the market, yet it also harnesses the sort of perfectly cool, casual and laidback style that’s all the rage during these winter days at home. Sounds like a new men’s style essential to me, right?

SHOP: The Myles Apparel Everyday Pullover Hoodie

Just one of the classic colors in which you can snag your new favorite hooded sweatshirt.

The specs of the Myles Apparel Everyday Pullover Hoodie go above and beyond what you’d expect from a typical hooded sweatshirt, starting with water-repellent Storm Cotton fabric, a remarkably durable and tough stretch fabric that’s made to take on the elements. Yes indeed, the best men’s hoodies have a little something extra going for them in plenty of different areas, and that also includes the fact that this hoodie is quick-drying and features handy storage touches like a hidden back zip pocket. As a reminder, you should assuredly use the code Myles10 to get 10 percent off this dependable piece of gear. Available in colors like River and Heather Coal, it’s easily one of the most versatile hooded sweatshirts on the market — no matter what your schedule entails these days.

SHOP: The Myles Apparel Everyday Pullover Hoodie

December 30, 2020November 30, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt Is An Everyday Classic for Next Year (And Beyond)

An undeniably cool, rugged denim shirt from Levi’s, as sold by UNCRATE.

So, folks — here we are. The last couple days of any year are a sort of menswear hinterland, with the refined dressing of New Year’s Eve not *quite* here, and the casual dressing of the holiday season still very much top of mind. If that’s where your head is right now, check out my guide to how to dress casually for the holidays — and of course, go right ahead and get the iconic Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt from UNCRATE to end this year properly. If you want to talk about getting out of the menswear hinterlands as we head into 2021, then the UNCRATE Supply Shop is the way to go. You know this is if you read my guide to the best sale picks at UNCRATE, but let’s dig more into why the Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt is one of the best men’s shirts, period, these days.

SHOP: The Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt

An unbelievably cool Western shirt you can get right now from UNCRATE.Simple, subtle, cool as can be.

What exactly sets this rugged Western shirt apart from the pack when it comes to your next go-to shirting pick-up? Let’s start with the fact that the UNCRATE Supply Shop stocks and sells only the most classic, coolest men’s gear on the planet. In that regard, simple though it might seem, the Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt certainly fits right in. Made with expertly washed cotton in a tailored fit that’ll wear equally well on its own or atop a classic henley, the Western details call to mind old-school vibes in the best way possible. That goes for the stitching as well as the point button chest pockets and the contrasting white horn buttons, too. As if that wasn’t all stellar enough, the Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt retails for the never-not-excellent price of $70. That leaves you with more than enough dough to stock up on some of the best leather boots at UNCRATE to wear with your new favorite shirt, right? Right.

SHOP: The Levi’s Barstow Western Shirt

December 23, 2020November 22, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Moleskin Seattle Shirt is An Unstoppable Winter Shirt

Pick up a tough Filson shirt that you’ll have for years and years.

Folks, we sit here on the cusp of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day itself, so the window of opportunity has likely closed to get in those very last-minute gift orders. And yet, perhaps you’ve got an inkling that a gift card is in your future, or a nice cash gift, or what have you … and that’s what this post is for: To help you gear up for the rest of winter in style with one of the best men’s winter shirts. To get right down to the nitty gritty of it all, in fact, the Filson Moleskin Seattle Shirt is one of the toughest and most rugged shirts on the market, a stone-cold classic that gets the job done in fine style. It’s been part of the ever-well-stocked Filson Holiday Gift Guide this season, so perhaps you’ve already gone ahead and bought it for yourself (or someone else!), but if not, now’s the best time to stock up on what could be your new favorite shirt.

SHOP: The Filson Moleskin Seattle Shirt

One of three timeless color options in which you can snag this moleskin shirt.

Heck, Filson men’s shirts really are legendary, bringing forth more than 100 years of history and heritage into the modern age. That’s great news if you could use a shirt that wears like a jacket, or a shirt you can layer atop a rugged henley or a thermal shirt. The Filson Moleskin Seattle Shirt checks all the right boxes, from a range of classic color options to the fact that it’s wind-resistant and durable. Consider it the perfect workshirt for early winter mornings, or else take it for a spin in between now and the new year (or else, into *gulp* winter 2021). When you want uncompromising quality and dependable style, you want a shirt from Filson: That’s just a fact.

SHOP: The Filson Moleskin Seattle Shirt

December 16, 2020November 22, 2020 by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: American Giant’s Waffle Henley is one of the Best Men’s Henleys for Winter

You know it on the calendar and in your heart: The cold weather calls for one of the best men’s henleys, without a doubt about it. And my friends, the American Giant Waffle Henley is one of the best American-made style picks you can get right now, with plenty of warmth and style to go around. If you’ve read the blog, you know that American Giant shot to fame on the strength of pieces like the American Giant Classic Full-Zip Hoodie, so when you really need to get the job done on cold winter mornings, it never hurts to add the American Giant Waffle Henley to your layering rotation. Heck, it’s a perfectly rugged piece for casual style as well, but as a warm base layer, it delivers the goods. 100 percent cotton waffle fabric and custom-made ribbed cuffs and a ribbed collar add maximum durability for layering under the aforementioned hoodie or a tough canvas workwear jacket, too. Still with me? Let’s keep on rolling.

SHOP: The American Giant Waffle Henley

It’s the fabric that really makes the difference with this tough henley.

This classic men’s henley comes in a range of versatile and neutral colors, including limited-edition offerings like the Oxblood colorway shown at the top of the page. The 12.5oz fabric weight used in the American Giant Waffle Henley makes it hearty and hard-wearing, meaning you can use it as a base layer underneath a shirt jacket or even a peacoat for a blend of high-low style. It retails for a pretty agreeable price ($100 on the dot at American Giant), meaning you can stock up on multiple shades of this rugged henley if you feel so inclined. And with just about week left until Christmas, well, consider adding it to your holiday wish list (or fulfilling someone else’s!). Cheers to winter layering, my friends.