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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Proof Performance Lined Swim Trunks – A Must-Have For Your Next Beach Visit

Best men's swim trunks.

When you know, you know: That is, when you step into a pair of the best swim trunks for men, you tend to feel the difference in fabrication, construction, style and performance almost immediately. Take the Proof Performance Swim Trunks shown above, my friends. It’s a high bar to clear, right? Particularly as we move into a time and a season when the best men’s swim suits will serve you well (or at least, one swimsuit worn at a time will serve you well!).

Hit the beach, hit the boardwalk, hit the beach bar, I say — and do it all wearing a pair of swim trunks cut to move and made with style points in mind, especially if you value go-anywhere swim trunks made to look and wear like your favorite pair of men’s shorts.

But not all of the finest swimsuits for men are created equal in matters of inseam length, fabric, quick-drying capability or utility — and indeed, I think you’ll find some of the best swim trunks for men on offer now via my good friends at Huckberry. The Proof Performance Swim Trunks — a pair of best-selling swim trunks made to be paired with the best of the best as far as breezy T-shirts and easygoing, beach-ready slides are concerned — certainly punch above their weight, to the tune of hundreds of well-rated reviews and fashion-minded good looks aplenty. How about it, ehh?

The Proof Performance Swim Trunks come in two useful inseam lengths (I myself prefer the 5-inch inseam, as it were), as well as 10 colors in a variety of fresh, versatile shades and some more vibrant options for the spring and summer months. Yessir, there’s style aplenty to be had when it comes to the Proof Performance Swim Trunks, but the four-way stretch fabric and useful interior lining cement these as perhaps the perfect pair of swim trunks for men.

Huckberry men's swimsuit review.

It’s worth noting that the construction on these stylish men’s swim trunks comes from recycled poly fabric (crafted from water bottles!) and spandex with UPF 50+ protection for the ultimate in daily style and performance.

Of course, it’s worth mentioning again that the Proof Performance Swim Trunks come in two inseam options, a range of waist sizes, and useful, versatile fit options and colors aplenty. There’s even a hidden phone pocket and a back snap pocket with the ability to hold your keys — it does indeed seem like Huckberry has thought of it all when you really dive into it (pun intended!) when wearing the Proof Performance Swim Trunks — in my experience, I truly can’t recommend a pair of the best swim trunks for men right now from my friends at Huckberry — as ever, we’ll see you out there, folks.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Poplin Draftsman Shirt – A Lightweight Spin on a Daily Style Staple

A new season brings with it a new outlook in matters of style and the best menswear, does it not? Or perhaps, it’s a bit of a fresh take on the classics you know and love, retooled for a new season. These are fresh spins on foundational staples, like one of the best buttondown shirts for men — as crisp and breezy to wear to a backyard BBQ as at the office when you select the right one, you very well might find what you’re looking for at Huckberry via the company’s in-house, utterly fantastic and foundational Flint and Tinder line of menswear.

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The roster at Flint and Tinder is packed with Americana-tinged staples like rugged waxed trucker jackets, vintage-inspired denim jackets, dusty faded denim, eye-catching patterned short-sleeve shirts, and the one, the only, the near-perfect Flint and Tinder Draftsman Shirt.

Over the years, my Flint and Tinder reviews have covered a bit of everything from the modern fan-favorite, with plenty more where that came from in store. The brand looks to everything from the American West to East Coast Ivy prep for style inspiration, and it shows in a lineup of A-to-Z menswear favorites you can practically mix and match (especially the brand’s best-selling Flint and Tinder 365 Pants alongside picks like the Flint and Tinder Draftsman Shirt.

Now, with heat on the horizon and around the corner, the Flint and Tinder Poplin Draftsman Shirt lightens things up considerably while keeping the same classic silhouette and style points top of mind. This crisp, expertly cut takes on the character of a shirt, as Huckberry says, worn reliably by Mid-Century architects (perfect for rolling up your sleeves and getting to work, my friends).

With its nicely cut and face-framing buttondown collar and chest pocket for casual style points and visual appeal, this shirt is practically a do-it-all shirt (even able to be worn with a soft-shouldered blazer and linen trousers this season). Even the chest pocket boasts contrast stitching and an old-school pen slot for real-world utility.

Plus, the Flint and Tinder Poplin Draftsman Shirt is also garment washed for softness right out of the Huckberry bag or box — comfort in every stitch, my friends.

Your new favorite buttondown shirt also comes in a range of colors so engaging and stylish (including a Wide Blue Utility Stripe, timeless White and an earthy Olive Three-Check pattern). If I were you, I’d certainly consider picking up more than one color or pattern, then teaming them up with crisply cut stretch chinos in a variety of contrasting colors — among other ways you can rock the Flint and Tinder Poplin Draftsman Shirt. Style in the heat has never looked so good, or been so easy — at least, that’s my experience wearing Huckberry, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Italian Plaid Linen Shirt – A Breezy, Refined Spring Weekend Style Move

Best linen shirts for men.

There are certain instances when building out your spring and summer menswear rotation where it’s advisable to hit things right down the fairway — opt for a breezy classic in matters of tailoring, your trousers or your seasonal shirting.

And there are other times where you can play with the formula ever so slightly and go out on a limb while remaining expertly well-dressed for the season — just with a dash more color or pattern than you might normally wear. And that’s where Todd Snyder, one of America’s foremost menswear designers, can certainly help.

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The brand was built on American classics with a modern sensibility, all the while using some of the finest fabrics in the world and more innovative silhouettes at times — like the Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt shown above. In fact, if you’ve been waiting until the thermostat climbs a touch higher to really lean into spring and summer dressing in leisurely, luxe fashion, this might be your best chance yet to embrace the new season at hand.

The Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt boasts the same breezy linen fabrication (more on that in a second) you’ve come to expect from a classic linen shirt, but the pattern is a bit more dashing and eye-catching, as is the point collar and the slightly more relaxed fit — breezy, adventurous in some ways, yet reliably stylish when worn with the rest of your spring and summer favorites.

If you ask me, that’s not a bad thing to have in your style toolbox from time to time, especially if your seasonal plans call for a breezy coastal vacation or perhaps even a long-awaited trip across the pond. The Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt brings a touch of attitude, but can still be worn in classically recognizable ways (try it with cuffed Todd Snyder light wash selvedge denim, for example).

The color and pattern is easygoing and fresh, perfect for wearing untucked with linen trousers in cream or light blue, while the collar gives off a retro, devil-may-care vibe. It’s a more eye-catching, distinctive style move from the designer, a worthwhile change of pace to consider adding to your wardrobe. Of course, tried-and-true staples like a pocket tee or a short-sleeve henley never fail, but when elegant refinement and a chic sense of style calls out to you, consider the Todd Snyder Italian Linen Plaid Shirt.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason Deck Shorts 2026 – The Most Versatile Pair of Men’s Shorts to Buy Now

Buck Mason Deck Shorts review.

My friends, I’d wager you’re not the only ones jonesing for some much-needed fun in the sun — from the trail to the beach to the boardwalk to the all-important beach bar and back, you’re going to need a selection of the best menswear essentials every step of the way, from top to bottom.

Of course, if you read this Brooklyn style blog on the regular, I’d wager you very well know that, and I’d wager you’ve already started getting ready, from your selection of stylish boat shoes to your choice of a classic men’s polo and now, an all-important pair of the best shorts for men, period.

You very well might recognize the Buck Mason Deck Shorts above, but the latest and greatest from the California retailer demands your attention yet again as we talk about the best shorts to buy this summer (and beyond). With a sleek 6-inch cut that’s flattering on a variety of frames — my 6’2″ frame very much included, for those who prefer a shorter inseam — these shorts live up to their billing in matters of performance and rugged versatility.

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And about the versatility of your new favorite everyday men’s shorts: Buck Mason calls its fan-favorite Deck Shorts “hybrid, do-it-all shorts with a touch of stretch and durable water-repellent coating,” and what’s even more impressive is that the Buck Mason Deck Shorts maintain the same overall cut and general feel as a classic pair of chino shorts, all the while delivering more dependability via a cotton-poly blend.

The snap closure falls right in line with your current favorite pair of shorts, but the Buck Mason Deck Shorts deliver a garment-washed finish and tailored fit in addition to their tailored, crisp specs.

Meanwhile, a drawcord waist keeps things clean and sharp throughout, whether you wear the Buck Mason Deck Shorts with a timeless cotton pique polo or with an expertly crafted cotton pocket T-shirt (both of which Buck Mason happens to make!).And in effortlessly stylish colors like Faded Black or a wear-with-anything Warm Natural, I’d be willing to bet there’s a stylish shade of these men’s hybrid shorts you can wear with just about any piece of gear in your wardrobe.

Whether your next seasonal excursion takes you out on the trail and back to a campsite, or simply around the corner to your local neighborhood bar, rest easy knowing you’ve got the right pair of shorts for the job at hand via the Buck Mason Deck Shorts, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket -A Luxe Take on an Outerwear Essential

For as much as our weekly Style Pick entry is about finding a versatile favorite at an agreeable price, it’s sometimes nice to keep your wardrobe guessing, or at least lean into a bit more aspirational of a selection, particularly when that aspirational menswear takes a hard-earned favorite like the Harrington jacket and dials things up a notch (or 10).

Originally developed in Britain with features like a classic stand-up collar and lightweight yet sturdy fabrication to keep out the rain and wind, the Harrington jacket was made famous Stateside by the likes of style icon Steve McQueen, among others (my Fatherly guide to the Harrington jacket gives you a full crash course on the style, as it were).

is now redone to great effect by award-winning designer Billy Reid — just in time to slot in alongside your other spring style essentials with luxury in mind. Plenty of luxury, at that — one of the coolest new men’s jackets for spring just hit the Billy Reid New Arrival section, I’d say, and you’re going to have a heck of a lot of fun dreaming about wearing the Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, I’m willing to bet.

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You see, the luxurious and elegant Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket, fashioned from 100 percent goat suede, features all the design trappings of the iconic Harrington jacket, including its stand-up collar and raglan sleeve construction for greater ease of movement (and easygoing layering atop an Oxford shirt, a linen buttondown, one of Billy Reid’s famed Pensacola Polos or else just a laidback pocket tee).

The Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket features a cut that should hit just above the waist — pay attention to Billy Reid’s sizing guide — while classic Billy Reid touches like brass hardware offer an elevated touch. Side slant hip pockets are another useful touch for stowing your everyday carry essentials, while a lightweight cotton lining gives this stylish men’s spring jacket some structure.

Its Dark Spanish Moss suede is especially appealing whether worn alongside light khaki chinos, dark blue jeans, light wash selvedge denim or even grey linen shorts and tan leather loafers, and the style points pick up serious steam from there.

Yes indeed, among all the enviable jackets you might wear or splurge on this spring, I’d say the handsome Billy Reid Suede Harrington Jacket just might be the best of ’em all as far as elevated yet easy-to-wear style is concerned — simply throw this one on over a black cotton tee alongside blue jeans, lace up some white leather sneakers and get ready for the compliments to roll in.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer – A Timeless Wardrobe Addition In Any Season (Including This One)

If your the front of your fridge looks anything like mine, perhaps wedding invites and Save The Dates are stacking up — yes, formal shindigs aplenty are on the horizon, and you’re going to ultimately want to put your best foot forward with menswear essentials aplenty done the right way. Provided your following the dress code in question, one of the best blazers or one of the finest suits for men should do the trick nicely, particularly if you’re opting for accessible quality and versatile style.

One of the best navy blazers is now yours for the taking via the good folks at Huckberry, who’ve launched a whole slew of wedding-approved and Smart Casual menswear favorites, including some pleasingly refined seasonal upgrades from in-house brand Wills.

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Wills is perhaps best known for its buttery-soft, classic cashmere sweaters and other polished, crisp menswear staples, and the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer lives up to its billing with elegance in mind.

Whether paired with its matching suit trousers and brown leather loafers or styled separately with lightweight stretch chinos and a stylish dress shirt (which Wills also happens to make!), the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer is billed by Huckberry as a “perfectly tailored, all-season suit jacket that rises to every occasion” — add in the fact that it’s handmade in Portugal at a family-run factory known for its commitment to quality tailoring, and the ante is upped even further, as we like to say.

Best navy blazer for men.

Made from a blend of just a touch of Spandex to add durability to its 98 percent Portuguese High-Twist Wool construction, this fully lined jacket uses soft, supple Bemberg lining for a touch that gives it a bespoke feel without the price tag of going custom. The Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer boasts a natural shoulder, classic-but-modern lapels and a tailored fit in sizes running up to 46.

Wills menswear review.

The angled welt chest pocket is a distinctive touch that separates the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer from the pack as far as other navy blazers are concerned, while it also features three-roll-two construction (three buttons down the front, with the lapels rolled to cover the top button — a classic and classy move favored as of late by none other than James Bond himself.

Best blazers for men.

This jacket manages to feel polished without going overboard and turning into a rather stuffy gold-button navy blazer — it’s a perfect go-between when the dress code calls for a sharply tailored dress shirt, but a tie might prove optional.

And when you pair up the Wills Rosedale Classic Blazer with its matching pants (note that the jacket itself comes in either Charcoal or Navy), you’re getting crisply finished tailoring with a sense of laidback ease — isn’t that what every guy should look for this season in one of the best blazers for men? Count on it, my friends, and suit up accordingly.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-Shirt – A Versatile, Durable Layer for Early Spring

As we step into a new season, retooling your menswear wardrobe is the name of the game, at least in my book. Evaluating the kinds of gear that can take you from one season to the next can even be fun if done the right way, often starting with critical outer layers, especially from a heritage retailer like the rugged Pacific Northwest style purveyors at Filson.

One of the very best shirt jackets for men could be just the ticket for critical early spring layering, with transitional style appeal and performance in spades. And if I were you, I’d look no further than the rugged, highly wearable Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt, a new addition to the Filson Spring 2026 Collection that builds off the classics and feels fresh and modern all the same.

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The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt, as luck would have it, is part of the brand’s new Rustic Canvas collection, a nod to the tightly woven and famously durable fabric and its place in the Filson pantheon of hard-wearing outdoor gear. The Filson Jac-shirt in its own right is a prime place to start retooling your outerwear rotation, and it often comes in thick fabrics like hardy wool for the colder months.

And yet, for spring, Filson retooled the iconic style in a lighter-weight yet no less tough fabrication fit for brisk spring days aplenty. As the long-running heritage brand says, this durable new style is a “heavy-duty canvas take on our versatile Jac-Shirt that’s been an icon for 50 years,” and it’s hard to argue with a modern update to a historic style via the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt.

Available in classic colors like Whiskey, the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt boasts 11.2oz. cotton canvas construction in a sturdy build that’s accented by a timeless corduroy collar and cuffs. The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt should still prove easy to layer over everything from a heavyweight pocket tee to a mid-weight long-sleeve shirt or a lightweight cotton henley on cool spring mornings.

And with durable metal shank buttons and oversized chest pockets for your everyday carry and tools of the trade, the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt is, as Filson says, a dependable and rugged outer layer for battling the elements and any debris from spring cleaning. There’s also a touch of easygoing style to this shirt jacket, which styles reliably with dark indigo jeans, olive canvas work pants or perhaps even grey chinos for a mix of high-low style.

The adage remains the same as it ever was when it comes to the best men’s shirt jackets, made the right way: The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt should prove reliable, hard-working and tough in the clutch, my friends. A new favorite shirt jacket for spring awaits.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag – An Essential Travel Companion for the Seasons Ahead (And Right Now)

As winter’s many frigid days continue to roll through this neck of the woods (and perhaps your own home base as well), it’s worth wondering when the chance arises to break out of the frigid cold, yes? A worthwhile question indeed, and one you should keep top of mind as you plot your next getaway — and the weekender bag you’re going to pack to go far afield (or closer to home) also carries plenty of weight (and essential, stylish gear), yes?

The best men’s travel gear helps make the journey as enjoyable and stylish, or at least as functional, as can be — and with one of the best weekender bags for men, the routine of gearing up and packing up to hit the road takes on a new meaning. It’s no moreso apparent than when you opt in with one of my favorite style and lifestyle brands, period.

Think of it like an A-to-Z approach seen in one of the most considered lifestyle brands of the moment, and a favorite of this writer — Detroit-based Shinola delivers handsome watches aplenty, they deliver an incredible stay at the downtown Detroit Shinola Hotel, and now, they offer a curated selection of the coolest travel gear and leather goods on the market. If you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog over the years, then yes, you certainly know — or at least, now you know.

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Difficult though it might be to cut through the clutter of stylish men’s travel gear, consider the Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag your new go-to travel companion for seasonal getaways as the country thaws out. Just as the ever-stylish Shinola Runwell Watch is a daily must-have for many on the market (this writer very much included), the handsome and durable, rugged-meets-refined Shinola Runwell Duffle has you covered from take-off to touchdown, so to speak, in matters of both form and function.

The Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag carries forward the same design principles as the famed and iconic (in a modern sense) Shinola Runwell Watch — read on for further past Shinola Runwell reviews on this very site for a deeper dive into the effortlessly versatile, Art Deco-inspired timepiece and its “daily driver” wearability. In the meantime, I’d wager the dependable build of the elegant yet tough Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag should more than suffice as you plot your next long weekend away, yes?

Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag review.

Fashioned with the company’s Navigator Leather and built with reliable Gunmetal hardware, the handsome Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag boasts 37.2 liters of carrying capacity, plus two slip pockets and an interior pocket, along with an external slip pocket for easy access to your everyday carry essentials.

Shinola leather goods review.

As the famed Detroit company notes, the Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag is designed in Detroit, and “built to be the last bag you’ll ever need.” Available in four eye-catching shades of leather built to patina beautifully over time, I’d wager your new favorite duffle bag from Shinola is built to complement your new go-to timepiece rather stylishly, is it not? If you decide to score one for yourself, let me know in the comments below.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket – A Menswear Icon Is Yours for the Takinng

Barbour Bedale Jacket review.

As we think ever so slightly about storing away your trusty winter jacket rotation in the weeks ahead, it’s wise to plan for the transition to the breezy yet still brisk climes of spring. And that’s where menswear classics can prove handy right now and in the weeks and months ahead, particularly as far as rugged, dependable and timeless outerwear is concerned.

And as we often say on this Brooklyn style blog, the classics are the classics for a reason, with a history of rugged performance in the field, striking good looks in every stitch and versatile appeal to wear with outfits slightly more casual and perhaps a bit more polished.

My friends, Huckberry has a full roster of new spring style arrivals that fit the bill in this regard — and then some — starting with the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, which absolutely lives up to its stylish, reliable billing.

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The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket was first put to the test as a countryside staple across England and Scotland, with particular use for hunting and field expeditions, thanks to its tough waxed cotton construction and classic details like a corduroy collar and cuffs for warmth and utility. These days, it gets a modern update in a distinctive Fern color, not to mention a new peached-finish take on its utterly iconic fabrication.

The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket also includes a plethora of pockets for your everyday carry essentials, including moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets and deep bellows pockets for storing all the tools of the trade you need for a day in the field. And to hear Huckberry tell it, the peached-finish process offers “subtle weather resistance” all the while, never a bad quality to have in one of the best spring jackets for men.

Note that unlike other models of this legendary jacket, corduroy cuffs are swapped out for tartan fabric, while durable snap buttons complement a two-way front zipper for a customizable fit that aids in mobility on and off the trail. With the rugged Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, you’ve simply got options: Its fit should prove more classic and relaxed (it’s right in the name, after all), with room to layer essentials like a thermal henley and a lightweight flannel or chambray shirt for warmth.

And whether worn with corduroy trousers and leather moc toe boots for essential high-low style, or teamed with canvas work pants and a thermal base layer for gentleman’s pursuits in the field, you might say it doesn’t get more classic, classically cool or durable than a staple piece made modern, like the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket. If that lines up with your spring style pursuits, shop accordingly for the weeks ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder 365 Pants – An All-Season, Versatile Classic for Your Wardrobe

Flint and Tinder 365 Pants review.

A lot can happen in the menswear world in a decade — I’ve certainly seen my fair share of changes running this Brooklyn style blog over the years (among many other pursuits!). Trends come and go, seasons change, looks and silhouettes shift — from slim-fit and ultra-skinny to overly relaxed to somewhere in between, especially in the world of men’s pants.

But some styles, like the chino or the blue jean, are built to stand the test of time in matters of looks, and that’s where you’ll find the sweet spot for your rotation. And when a pair of pants manages to blur the line between the chino and the jean in a way that’s effortlessly cool, that’s where you’ll want to double down — as with the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants from Huckberry, for example. Have you tried this ever-versatile crossover between a chino and a jean with five-pocket construction in a vast range of colors? Now is as great a time as any to start.

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And it’s fitting that Huckberry is looking back at some of its decade-old modern classics starting in 2026, including the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants — 3,650 days of those pants, as the famed retailer fittingly and sagely says. The retailer set out to merge the ideal blend of versatility and classic good looks with ultra-soft stretch fabric, or as the company says, they “set out to build a single pair of pants that were comfortable enough you’d want to wear them everyday, and versatile enough you could wear for any occasion.”

Having tried these stylish men’s pants over the years, I’d say that’s remarkably accurate — how about yourself, ehh?

The Flint and Tinder 365 Pants can just about do it all, featuring four fits (ranging from Slim to Classic, Straight and Tapered, with the Straight leg fit harkening back to the OG design of these comfortable stretch chino pants).

Built with five-pocket construction that nods to blue jeans, the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants are made from a soft 8oz. cotton with just enough stretch, and the fabric feels garment-dyed and easygoing right out of the box — so much so that you can rock the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants with everything from a more casual henley to a crisp Oxford shirt and timeless navy blazer.

A custom F&T metal button gets the details right, along with a premium YKK zipper, while utterly classic colors like Charcoal, Earth and Navy — in fact, a full assortment of these pants could have you covered in style from the office through the weekend without missing a beat. That’s what Huckberry set out to do, after all, and a decade on, I’ve say they’ve nailed that mission in handsome style.