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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: The Flint and Tinder Texas Reserve Collection – Modern, Made-in-America Must-Haves

There’s something to be said for menswear brands that feel modern and of the moment, while at the same time delivering a sense of classic style, the kind that’s rarely ever out of place. Of course, you’ll find those sorts of menswear essentials in spades at fan-favorite Americana-adventure retailer Huckberry, assuredly one of the best online style brands for guys – and a personal favorite.

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So when the good folks at Huckberry and Flint and Tinder — the company’s flagship in-house line — put their heads together on a new, made-in-Texas collection, the results are absolutely worth checking out ASAP.

My friends, meet the Flint and Tinder Texas Reserve Collection, a tightly curated, ridiculously well-made trio of Western workwear style picks perfectly suited for the moment at hand.

After all, everything Western seems to be a growing trend in menswear, but Flint and Tinder doesn’t feel like a bandwagon hopper — the brand does things the right way, with quality and rugged appeal top of mind. The Flint and Tinder Texas Reserve Collection is an outstanding example of top-notch craftsmanship, endlessly cool style points and a nod to Western heritage, done the Huckberry way.

From the richly crafted Waxy Kudo Roper Boots to a line of Flint and Tinder Reserve Denim (crafted from best-in-class selvedge cotton), the new offering is a stellar study in craft, hard work and attention to detail (four different types of selvedge denim certainly nod to that approach).

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The great news is, a tough and hard-working pair of selvedge denim pairs up expertly with Western-style boots, along with F&T staples like a handsome roughout trucker jacket or a durable Western denim shirt.

And as Huckberry says of its boot partnership in this collection with famed bootmakers Rios of Mercedes, the family-owned company boasts “rich history that lends itself quite nicely to what the company calls “a one-of-a-kind roper boot.”

And when it comes to the jeans on offer within the Flint and Tinder Texas Reserve Collection, you’ve got your pick from a deep inky black pair of selvedge to classic shade of Khaki and Olive. Each pair of some of the best jeans for men boast a hard-wearing, break-in-ready 13-oz. Japanese fabric that’s also woven on antique shuttle looms — in Texas, of course.

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A YKK zipper, hand-numbered labels and sturdy hardware deliver a tough finish and long-lasting wearability, as you’ve come to expect from Hukberry. The bottom hems feature a real selvedge finish, the kind you can show off when cuffing your jeans.

Between the incredibly well-made, frankly beautiful roper boots and a selection of old-school selvedge denim, it looks to me like the Flint and Tinder Texas Reserve Collection hits the mark on the head when it comes to both the old-world and the modern — get your pair of boots (or jeans!) while they’re still in stock.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Bonobos Brushed 5-Pocket Pants – Your New Go-To Daily Pant

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As we continue to step into a new year, I’m all about reliability in your menswear wardrobe — clothing that looks great, fits well, wears even better and matches up nicely with plenty of picks in the rest of your style rotation.

Sticking to those core principles will serve you plenty well in a lot of different style situations, but especially as you head back to the office, right? And that’s where a pair of stylish men’s pants from Bonobos can step in as a wardrobe workhorse.

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If those pants happen to be a premium update to a time-honored silhouette, that’s all the better: For instance, the Bonobos Italian Brushed 5-Pocket Pants deliver the goods in that area. Plenty of Bonobos reviews cover how well the long-running NYC company does in matters of fit, fabric and comfort — again, those are all keys that can go a long way towards revamping your office wardrobe (or anytime wardrobe!) in the new year (and beyond, of course).

Like other pairs of Bonobos men’s pants in my experience, the Bonobos Italian Brushed 5-Pocket Pants should deliver a supremely comfortable build in terms of fabrication and fit. It certainly doesn’t hurt that the five-pocket construction wears like a jean, yet can be dressed up like a chino when done the right way.

Plus, the soft garment-dyed cotton is built with a touch of stretch for ease of movement, while the Bonobos Italian Brushed 5-Pocket Pants come in a range of colors to rival your favorite dress pants or chinos.

They’re a touch more easygoing, they wear as well with a henley for Sunday brunch as they do with an Oxford shirt for Monday morning, and they’re every bit as comfortable as stretch jeans — just with a touch more polish and color. Yessir, the Bonobos Italian Brushed 5-Pocket Pants could take the cake as your new go-to workday pants.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Schott NYC Lambskin Leather Jacket – An All-Time Classic

I’ve said it before on this blog and I’ll say it again: The classics are the classics for a reason, especially if they’re made by a retailer with a steadfast commitment to timeless style, quality craftsmanship and investment-worthy appeal.

Those are three very high benchmarks to clear when it comes to menswear essentials, but in my experience, Schott NYC consistently clears those benchmarks, and then some.

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And you can be sure that if a company has made waves for its emphasis on tradition, style and quality, then its wares are likely sold by Huckberry. Consider ourselves two-for-two as we dive into the first weekly Style Pick of 2025, since the Schott Leather Delivery Jacket is a surefire winner for supremely cool, durable style this season (and beyond, of course).

In short, you can always count on Huckberry, and you can always count on Schott — that holds true for its famously durable moto jackets as much as less-heralded (yet no less stylish) pieces like the Schott Leather Delivery Jacket. Thick, rich lambskin leather and USA-made craftsmanship bolsters this road-ready leather jacket, which is accented by a bi-swing back to give you ease of movement on and off the highway (or reaching for a cold beer at your favorite dive bar).

The black leather of the Schott Leather Delivery Jacket is timeless and tasteful, with a cut that hits above the hip and a collar that can be flipped up to block the wind. In my experience, Schott hardware is also ultra-durable, and that should hold true with this antique-style hardware in particular. As Huckberry calls it, this handsome piece represents the “original delivery man’s jacket reimagined for everyday wear.”

And if you ask me, this piece offers a sense of effortless cool and the knowledge that — yes, for close to $1K — you’re getting a jacket made for life, the kind of piece you should be proud to hang in your closet (and wear as often as possible).

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Y. Chroma Apparel Classic Long-Sleeve Henley – A Modern Twist on a Timeless Staple

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As I scour the market for the best menswear around, I’m often struck by companies that subvert the norm and do things a little differently — or in the case of Y. Chroma Apparel, a lot differently, in the best way possible.

The brand, which is just about two years old, was founded by entrepreneur Max Israel to give guys a better way of dressing at any age, but especially in mid-life.

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That means a focus on giving guys more confidence, a selection of more bold and tasteful styles, rich colors and above all else, a true “system” approach to dressing. That means you can mix and match Y. Chroma Apparel menswear according to color, according to collections — like Urban, Field and Athleisure — and according to category, including classic staples like knitwear (henleys and T-shirts, for instance).

Y. Chroma menswear even includes a range of tasteful and ultra-stylish, NYFW-approved outerwear, pants and more. Y. Chroma even provides helpful video tutorials to aid you in building out your wardrobe, and they also offer backstories on each of its key styles, like cozy, textured shirt jackets and chino-style pants with military-style pockets and more eye-catching design touches.

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To say Y. Chroma Apparel is one of my new favorite menswear brands is an understatement, and that also takes into account the fact that the company makes one of the best henleys for men in a way that’s pleasingly different.

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The Y. Chroma Apparel Classic Henley lives up to its name in every sense of the word, with a super-soft build of cotton and elastane. Touches like a curved hem and a design meant to broaden your shoulders — note the position of the top shoulder seam — are also design details I positively love, while it happens to come in a whopping 10 vibrant colors.

A better-made henley, from fabric to fit and style, is just what the doctor ordered this time of year, and now that you know all about the Y. Chroma Apparel Classic Henley — and the brand itself — I’d wager you’ll come back time and time again.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Huckberry Made In the USA Watch Cap Beanie – An Essential Winter Hat

Best winter hat for men.

As I’ve often said here on this Brooklyn style blog, they don’t make ’em quite like they used to — unless the company making your favorite menswear essentials happens to be Huckberry, that is. Hot on the heels of the holiday season, and just in time for last-minute gifts for guys, the Huckberry Made in The USA Watch Cap Beanie is a newfound classic, a stylish stocking stuffer and quite simply, one of the best winter hats for men out there.

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The watch cap draws real-life inspiration from the high seas, where Naval officers relied on a close-fitting, thick-knit cap to keep them warm at night, and with a thick cuff and fabrication, its modern iterations get the job done just as handily. It’s not unlike other Huckberry winter hats we’ve talked about, merging form and function in one stylish package.

There’s also the fact that the Huckberry Made in The USA Watch Cap Beanie, in a handful of versatile, classic colors, is also a pro style move — in and out of cold winter weather, that is.

Now, Huckberry makes other beanie caps, to be sure, but this forgoes the thick ribbed knit of its other styles in favor of a close-fitting alternative that pairs up with everything from a crisp navy peacoat to a waxed trucker jacket or a cozy flannel shirt jacket. The Huckberry Made in The USA Watch Cap Beanie is about as reliable as it gets for a sub-$30 winter hat, in my experience.

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And when you consider the fact that your new favorite beanie cap is made right here in the States, that price comes off as a downright steal. For standout winter warmth, comfort and affordability — and for a prime last-minute gifting option for guys — opt for the Huckberry Made in The USA Watch Cap Beanie. It won’t let you down, and that’s a Huckberry guarantee.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Taylor Stitch Western Shirt Jacket – A Casually Cool, Rugged Shacket

Cutting corners isn’t necessarily an option as you seek to build out your rotation of cozy, reliable winter style picks. That holds true in mostly any season, but especially if rugged men’s style essentials are the name of the game.

We’re talking brands you can trust, brands that take the ordinary and make it all that much more special, well, those are the best menswear brands to know, in my experience. And that, of course, leads us to the fine folks at Taylor Stitch, once again.

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I’ve been a fan of the brand for close to a decade now, from its buttery-soft yet tough flannel shirts to its expertly cut chinos, and you can now count the Taylor Stitch Western Shirt Jacket as yet another favorite for your rotation (and mine).

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Crucially, the Taylor Stitch Western Shirt Jacket fuses together so many things that Taylor Stitch does well, including its ability to craft expertly cut shirts — and its ability to turn those same shirts into durable, rugged shirt jackets.

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So, with the outdoor-ready Taylor Stitch Western Shirt Jacket, you get both a classically cool Western shirt and the warmth of a toasty shirt jacket, all thanks to the sherpa lining beneath its tastefully faded 100 percent cotton denim exterior.

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The effect is both retro and yet of the moment, and details like side slant hip pockets elevate it above a typical Western shirt in terms of utility. Slant snap chest pockets also drive home the timeless Western flair of the aptly named Taylor Stitch Western Shirt Jacket — what’s not to love about that?

At under $200, it’s fairly priced and yet ruggedly luxurious enough to feel like a style splurge, and that’s one more thing to look forward to during the holiday season, isn’t it? If you end up layering up with this handsome Taylor Stitch shacket, let me know in the comments below. Cheers to cozy winter weekend layering, my friends!

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt – A Discounted Steal for Black Friday And Cyber Monday

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For as much as Thanksgiving weekend is about quality time with family and friends, not to mention utterly delicious food and drink, it’s also an expert time to think about the menswear classics your wardrobe could use. That holds true whether you look at this weekend as a shopping starting point or as a bit of a refresher, and that’s where my friends at Filson can help.

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And in my experience, it never hurts to opt for classics from a time-honored brand, especially when those classics just so happen to be on sale. Take the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt, a tried-and-true style staple from the legendary Pacific Northwest outfitter.

Right now, you can get one of the best flannel shirts for men at a downright steal of a price: Try as much as 60 percent off. It’s got all the trappings of a new wardrobe favorite, with a rich selection of colors and timeless plaid patterns available, but it only gets better from there.

To be fair, there’s a host of the best menswear deals on rugged gear aplenty within the confines of the Filson Black Friday Sale, but let’s start with a must-have shirt for cold winter days, shall we? The Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt hits the mark in every regard as far as flannel shirting is concerned, with its tightly woven, brushed cotton twill construction for a soft yet durable handfeel.

Details like gusseted chest pockets give the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt the functionality of a workshirt or shirt jacket, as do the pleated shoulders for greater range of motion.

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And yet, the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt also functions as the kind of casually cool shirt you can rock easily with dark blue jeans and brown leather lace-up boots for a laidback evening on the town. And when cold weather and your winter to-do list happen to pick back up, the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt is there at every turn, you matter which color, size or style you select.

A range of sizes are available, and when you consider the fact that you can score the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt at up to 60 percent off, it’s absolutely a deal worth shopping from one of the best brands to buy on Black Friday weekend. Cheers to that, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Relwen Trap Corduroy Blazer – As Versatile a Jacket As It Gets

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I’ve said it before on the blog here and I’ll say it again, but it truly is the most wonderful time of the year when it comes to layering up in some of the very best men’s style essentials on the market.

The holidays bring with them a host of chances to put your best foot forward, to try out something a bit festive (but refined and subtly stylish — no ugly Christmas sweaters, please). And when those instances pop up on my social calendar, I tend to reach for gear from Relwen, the Ohio-based, heritage-inspired brand stocked and sold by Huckberry.

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They just so happen to be a favorite of mine — and part of the Huckberry Bestsellers rotation — for doing things just a little differently than the norm. That might be the brand’s military-inspired tanker jackets and one of the best shirt jackets out there, or it very well could be the Relwen Corduroy Trap Blazer, a twist on the classic corduroy blazer that stands out handsomely for many a tailored holiday occasion.

Sportcoats were, of course, first worn out in the field — think hunting jackets — using rougher, textured fabrics and designs that made them easy to wear away from a country house. The Relwen Corduroy Trap Blazer takes its cues from these classic styles, with a four-button front design that also features a throat latch.

The corduroy fabric also gets an upgrade via a hint of stretch for added comfort — the Relwen Corduroy Trap Blazer is a casually rugged blazer able to be paired seamlessly with dark jeans and a chambray shirt for a dash of high-low style.

Richly crafted color options like deep brown and a “Bottle Green” give you variety for pairing with everything from white Oxford shirting to a thermal henley (buttoned up all the way, naturally).

The Relwen Corduroy Trap Blazer hits the right mark between overly formal — like a velvet tuxedo jacket — or more standard, everyday dressing (it’s more visually appealing than a navy blazer, if your wardrobe could use a change of pace).

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Yes indeed my friends, with a dash of heritage style and outdoor appeal, the Relwen Corduroy Trap Blazer could just be your secret weapon when it comes to holiday dressing this season.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket – An On-Sale Steal at Huckberry

Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket review.

If you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog over the years, you’ll know that sometimes, the best menswear essentials are the tried-and-true, reliable, standby favorites you can trust time and time again. Take the Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket.

It’s a certified modern classic with loads of rugged appeal from Huckberry, one of my own personal favorite retailers year after year, and it tends to sell quickly and sell out season after season. If you’ve seen a stylish guy around the coolest neighborhood in your town, there’s a very good chance he’s wearing this iconic jacket from the Flint and Tinder line at Huckberry.

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It’s almost enough to make you want to pick one up for yourself, what with its tough Martexin waxed sailcloth fabrication and soft, supple lining.

Add in the fact that the now-legendary Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket boasts a soft polyester blanket-striped lining — plus a fit and fabrication that only gets better with age — and it makes perfect sense why it’s Pedro Pascal’s jacket in “The Last of Us.”

Yes indeed, the hard-working Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket is a certified winner in every regard, including this one: Right now via the limited-time-only Huckberry Sitewide Sale, it’s now 15 percent off. That goes for multiple colors and fits of the iconic Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket, which also comes in colors like Coal and Field Tan.

It’s certainly one of the best trucker jackets for men out there, with the pedigree and thousands of adoring reviews to prove it.

The Flint and Tinder Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket is a surefire staple in my own wardrobe, and I plan to wear mine tonight in Brooklyn alongside my favorite blue jeans and a rugged henley — a classic and a tale as old as time, one that’s now 15 percent off at the Huckberry Sitewide Sale (more on that tomorrow). Act swiftly and stylishly, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater – An Expert Layer for Brisk Autumn Days

I often find that tried-and-true, trusty menswear style staples present some of the best options for getting dressed this fall and winter — like a hard-wearing, effortlessly cool Donegal crewneck sweater. A sweater not unlike the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater seen above, in fact.

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It’s part of a slew of timeless style classics offered by the award-winning designer, the kind that tend to look great season after season. Although the designer is getting back into the world of runway shows, it’s the iconic pieces that get the most legwork, and the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater fits the bill in that regard.

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A blend of wool, nylon and viscose provides structure, shape and warmth, and Donegal texture lends your layered winter look a touch of visual appeal and style (the designer calls it a “certain tweedy sophistication”). The result is a sweater you can layer over a crisp Oxford shirt as easily as you can wear it on its own atop a thermal tee and your favorite faded stretch jeans on a brisk autumn or winter morning.

Helpfully (at least in my book), the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater has a kind of rugged-meets-refined look — this is a handsome sweater you could easily layer underneath a waxed field coat or the famed Flint and Tinder Trucker Jacket.

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And on the more refined side of the equation, you could team the Todd Snyder Donegal Crewneck Sweater with a tweed blazer and corduroy pants for properly elegant-yet-preppy seasonal style. A range of fall and winter-friendly colors, like Cranberry, give this sweater a handsome, stylish touch.

Plus, the ribbed crewneck design is a classic touch that a dapper writer like Hemingway (or, dare I say, myself) might appreciate. It’s a worthwhile investment crafted from warm, high-quality fabric, and it’ll stand the test of time, as with all Todd Snyder menswear essentials — find out for yourself in time for winter layering, my friends.