Style Pick of the Week: Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt – Your New Favorite Shirt Jacket

Taylor Stitch men's shirting.

In my experience, the building blocks of any good wardrobe (which we tend to talk about time and time again here on the blog!) are the pieces you know you can count on in matters of style, functionality and versatility — season after season. It’s should come as no shock that season after season, Taylor Stitch is one of those brands in my personal array of stylish gear.

There’s always something you can count on, especially as we approach the rugged climes of early fall, in the Taylor Stitch New Arrivals section, and the even better thing is, the brand never really strays too far from what it does best: Timeless, rugged everyday selections in useful designs (like one of the best shirt jackets), updated seasonally in cool colors and fabrics.

And on that note, meet the Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt. Or rather, get a reintroduction to this highly wearable shirt jacket as we close out summer.

The latest iteration of the Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt retains all the hallmarks of other Taylor Stitch shirts and shirt jackets, like button-through chest pockets and bar-tack stitching at key stress points. Plus, this edition of the Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt comes in a soft, garment-washed organic cotton French terry fabric, and the Charcoal color is finished with monochromatic charcoal buttons.

It also comes in a cool, classic Fatigue Olive color, but the real benefit to the Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt is, well, its utility. It’s heavier than the brand’s Oxford shirts, but made from organic cotton French terry fabric, unlike the brushed flannel quality of the famed Taylor Stitch Yosemite Shirt.

You should be able to wear your new favorite shirt jacket reliably right now — on cool late summer nights and breezy mornings — with a classic pocket tee, and then I’d suggest layering up this durable shirt jacket over your favorite henley as fall rolls on. You can count on Taylor Stitch, and you can assuredly count on the Taylor Stitch Utility Shirt to sort out your layering game from now through the season ahead.

See Now, Buy Now: The Newest Taylor Stitch California Shirt is a Modern Style Classic

Taylor Stitch men's shirt review.

You’re likely well-acquainted with your favorite menswear brands and their place in your wardrobe: Your go-to blue jeans, your favorite pair of leather boots, a perfectly broken-in T-shirt. So when a brand like Taylor Stitch comes up with a rebooted take on a classic, that’s worth celebrating, yes?

The fan favorite San Francisco menswear brand, a personal favorite of mine on this blog for years, already does a little bit of everything, including making rugged fall sweaters and one of the best men’s blazers. And yet, the brand started with a simple focus on making the perfect men’s shirt, which led them to the Taylor Stitch California Shirt — an iconic, modern shirt for the modern man.

Best buttondown shirt for men.

And as you might have guessed by the headline at the top of the page, one of the best men’s shirts is back again in time for early fall — and back again in a big way.

You see, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt arrives again in an entirely new colorway just as we close out summer and look (ever so slightly) toward the best fall style essentials. Get ready, folks — the Taylor Stitch California Shirt is here to amp up your wardrobe. Your new favorite men’s shirt already comes in a pleasing array of colors and patterns, and it’s the rich Twilight Plaid shade (in sturdy yet soft brushed cotton twill) that sets this version of the Taylor Stitch California Shirt apart from the pack.

The details remain on point, from the flattering, face-framing and nicely sized collar to the washed fabric for a comfortable feel right out of the box. Beyond that, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt also comes in the brand’s signature chest sizing, with a tailored fit and a high armhole.

Taylor Stitch California Shirt review.

The fact that this shirt looks great untucked with a pair of the best men’s chinos from Taylor Stitch is no accident, and again, the Taylor Stitch California Shirt could quickly become your new favorite shirt. Buy it now to wear on cool summer nights, then keep it handy come fall and winter, because it’s a true wardrobe workhorse. Taylor Stitch wouldn’t have it any other (any other) way.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 30 Percent on this Stylish, Wedding-Ready Taylor Stitch Sportcoat

Best lightweight blazer for men.

If you thought you were out of the woods when it comes to tailored summer style, I’d say you should think again. Perhaps you’ve got a coastal getaway on the horizon, or a final summer wedding — or simply, the need to dress up and put your best foot forward at the office.

That’s where Taylor Stitch has long come into play within the pages of this here style blog, and there’s a stellar deal in the mix if you’ve been on the hunt for your new favorite sportcoat. You’ll have to dig through the Taylor Stitch Last Call section today to track this one down, and beware.

Why’s that? Well, the Taylor Stitch Sheffield Linen Sportcoat is selling quickly. It’s not hard to see why, though: I’ve worn the brand’s Sheffield Sportcoat in the past and been very pleased with the drape of the jacket, the fit and the fabrication.

Stylish linen blazer for men.

This particular number dials in all those same details, and it does so using a breathable 6 oz. 100 percent linen fabric: Ideal for hot summer days and yet just as wearable on breezy summer nights. You can even layer the Taylor Stitch Sheffield Linen Sportcoat atop a lightweight sweater as summer turns into fall, but that’s another discussion for another time.

Patch pockets at the hip and chest keep this jacket firmly in casual territory (it’s ideal for wearing with olive or natural chinos, for instance. It also boasts a half-lined back (as seen above) for added structure. Note that the lapels on this stylish sportcoat are a modern 2.5″ width (slightly wider than the lapels on the J. Crew Ludlow Suit Jacket, for instance).

The Taylor Stitch Sheffield Linen Sportcoat also features lined sleeves, so this jacket slides on and off with ease, while dark horn buttons contrast nicely with that rich Cocoa color.

The one catch? If you check out the product page for the Taylor Stitch Sheffield Linen Sportcoat, you’ll see that sizes are moving very, very quickly (a reminder always helps). Do yourself a favor and ugprade your tailored wardrobe to end summer: You won’t regret it.

The Thursday Buy: These Taylor Stitch Loafers are a Refined Summer Classic for Tailored Style

Best loafers for men to buy now.

My friends, one glance at your calendar (and thermostat) tells you all you need to know: We’ve still got plenty of summer left, and you’ve likely got plenty of tailored summer stops on your to-do list. How to beat the heat in style? With the best menswear essentials from one of your favorite men’s style brands, like Taylor Stitch. Sounds like a wise move to me, and I hope you agree.

I’m more than willing to bet that you know the brand quite well from reading the pages of this blog, be it the brand’s stylish summer shorts or breezy summer shirts. Let’s start today’s post from the ground up though, quite literally. Let’s look at the San Francisco brand’s collection of the best shoes for men, which normally leans heavily into rugged vibes via the best boots for fall or winter.

Instead, let’s take a look at the Taylor Stitch Loafers, which are refined enough for a summer wedding, versatile enough to wear to the office, and well-crafted enough to take it all in stride.

Best summer loafers for men.

Modeled after classic penny loafers and yet streamlined ever so slightly in terms of the last and the toe shape, the Taylor Stitch Loafers, these loafers (made in a D width — take note!) are made with plenty of helpful details for all sorts of situations.

Start with the fact that the Taylor Stitch Loafers feature weatherproof suede: I’d still advise treating them with suede protector, but they should prove more durable than other suede loafers.

Of course, the clean profile of the Taylor Stitch Loafers makes them dressy enough to wear with linen trousers or a Taylor Stitch summer suit, but the Vibram mini-lug sole is also more grippy and durable than a pair of classic, dressy suede loafers. See, Taylor Stitch has nearly thought of everything.

For good measure, you can rest easy knowing these loafers are crafted with care in world footwear hub Leon, Mexico — that’s the same place where plenty of brands make dependable shoes and boots, so the Taylor Stitch Loafers also have that going for them.

They’re pricier than a pair of loafers from a discount retailer (the Taylor Stitch Loafers retail for $298), but given the care and consideration built into every pair, this is one summer footwear purchase you can feel great about making. Get out there in style the rest of this season, my friends.

The Tuesday Steal: These Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts Can Be Had for 20 Percent Off Right Now

Best summer shorts for men.

If you’re anything like me, you can’t get enough of the stylish menswear essentials being produced every season — and heck, every single day, week and month — from Taylor Stitch. That all comes to a head with the Taylor Stitch Summer Sale, which runs through July 5th (fair warning!), and you’re in luck if you want a pair of the best summer shorts at a low price.

Those shorts are the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts, on sale right now for 20 percent off — how’s that for a deal on a seasonal must-have? They’re made from soft 100 percent hemp, a sustainable fiber that helps regenerate soil as it grows, complete with both a soft yet durable feel.

And when it comes to the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts, they’re also garment-washed and dyed for an even more laidback feel. Front slash pockets give them a clean look and a dressy feel, which just so happens to be offset nicely by the super-comfortable elastic drawstring waistband.

Better still is the fact that you can find them in 18 highly versatile, useful colors — and at their current sale price of about $70, the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts are both a standout deal and a superior summer style move. For good measure, the fabric itself is odor repellent and blocks out UV rays. What’s not to love about the Taylor Stitch Apres Shorts? There’s plenty, and keep that sale deal in mind ASAP.

The Sunday Sale: Take 20 Percent off the Best Summer Menswear at Taylor Stitch

Best summer menswear at Taylor Stitch.

If your Fourth of July long weekend has been anything like mine so far, there’s likely been a fair amount of scouring the market for the best menswear deals, right? That’s the only way to do it (helped along by a few cold beers and some time in the summer sun), but there are a few summer menswear sales that are even better than you could possibly dream up.

Take the good folks at Taylor Stitch, a brand I’ve certainly had my eye on over the past few days (and weeks, and months, and years).

Long a favorite of mine, I’ve found that they deliver a bit of everything under the sun, from the best men’s shirts to stylish new sunglasses, breezy shorts and even lightweight sweaters for breezy July nights. And your weekend just got even better. You can get 20 percent off select styles for summer (and beyond) at the famed San Francisco retailer as part of the Taylor Stitch Summer Sale.

Best summer shorts for men.

Within the Taylor Stitch Summer Sale, you’ll find well-constructed, polished short-sleeve shirts, lightweight shorts, cotton hemp polos and even durable, rugged outerwear. Those picks come in a range of washed-out, classic colors, with enough variety to suit every style preference and wardrobe.

The better news is, it feels like the long weekend is just getting started (the Fourth of July is still two days away!), so you should certainly do yourself a favor and stock up while the gettin’s good at the Taylor Stitch Summer Sale. When I say there’s something for everyone, well, I practically guarantee it. Cheers to Sunday, folks.

The Friday Read: The Best Fourth of July Weekend Sales & A Pure Michigan Vacation

Best Fourth of July menswear deals 2023

Folks, thanks so much for joining me as we roll into another weekend — another weekend in Pure Michigan for yours truly, and the start to an excellent Fourth of July holiday weekend, at that. I’ve got long-awaited plans with my family to head “Up North” for a lovely weekend on Lake Michigan, complete with bonfires and beach beers aplenty.

How about you? I’ll still be checking in from time to time here on the blog (especially with tomorrow’s Style Pick of the Week!), and there’s a dash of additional business at hand before the holiday weekend can begin in earnest.

Best summer weekend travel bag.

That additional business? A quick look at the best Fourth of July sales, as curated by yours truly and featuring picks from brands like Satchel & Page (shown above). Now, I’ve done my best to keep this list relatively short, so as to give you time to shop the very best of the best.

Yes, it’s a wild and well-stocked world out there, but these are the best Fourth of July sales for my money’s worth. I’ll be back in action with a Sunday post, as well as entries on Monday and Tuesday — so be sure to swing back by! And grab me another cold one while you’re by the cooler, will ya?

Summer calls, and it calls frequently: Take the Huckberry x Coors Collection for a spin, along with a few more of my favorite menswear deals to shop now.

  • American Giant: Get free shipping on American-made menswear on orders of more than $100.
  • Bespoke Post: Get up to 40 percent off the best menswear, home goods, tech and EDC gear.
  • Bonobos: The well-stocked Bonobos Sale section has deals up to 50 percent of your favorite menswear and chinos.
  • Devil-Dog Dungarees: Get up to 20 percent off your first purchase from the historic denim brand.
  • Eddie Bauer: Get 50 percent off the best men’s outdoor gear and more this weekend (and beyond).
  • Everlane: Take up to 60 percent off swim and summer essentials for men.
  • Filson: Take 30 percent off select goods from the rugged heritage outfitter.
  • Herschel Supply Co.: Take 30 percent off classics from the Herschel Supply Co. Archive and save on the best travel gear.
  • Howler Bros.: Get free shipping on orders over $99 from the Austin-based brand.
  • Huckberry: Save all weekend long on the best men’s gear and menswear, including the new Huckberry x Coors Collection.
  • HELM Boots: Get free U.S. shipping and returns from the rugged, Austin-based bootmaker.
  • Mack Weldon: Get up to 35 percent off sale items at a rare online sale for the DTC retailer.
  • Mott and Bow: Get savings of 30 percent or more on the best men’s jeans, sweatshirts, T-shirts and more.
  • Outerknown: Get 20% off your first order at the sustainable menswear brand founded by surfer Kelly Slater.
  • PAIGE: Get up to 40 percent off stylish men’s denim and more at its Semi-Annual Sale.
  • Peter Millar: Save on refined, sporty menswear, with deals starting at 25 percent off.
  • RAEN: Save as much as 60 percent on stylish men’s sunglasses.
  • Satchel & Page: Shop the Satchel & Page Warehouse Sale for the best travel bags and leather goods for men.
  • Shinola: Get free shipping on orders of more than $125 via the famed watchmaker and lifestyle brand.
  • Taylor Stitch: Take 20 percent off select menswear at the fan favorite retailer.
  • Tecovas: Look for deals of more than 40 percent off the best men’s shirts, boots and more at the Tecovas Last Call section.
  • Toad and Co.: Use the code POPSICLE to get an extra 50% off sale items from the organic menswear brand.
  • Todd Snyder: Use the code SUMMER20 to get up to 50 percent off sale styles and the best seasonal menswear.
  • Topo Designs: Get free shipping on orders of more than $150, plus savings on the brand’s Archive Sale collection.
  • Wolverine: Save on rugged work boots, apparel and the famed Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots at the Michigan retailer.

For now, that’s going to wrap up my overview of the best sales for the Fourth of July — how’s that for a great start to the weekend, right? I hope you find something to add to your wardrobe, your everyday carry or your footwear rotation, but beyond that, thanks as always for reading! Enjoy the holiday, enjoy time with family and friends, and a big cheers from me to you!

See Now, Buy Now: The Taylor Stitch Legend Sunglasses Are the Best New Pair for Your EDC

Best new summer sunglasses for men.

Just when you think it’s too good to be true, Taylor Stitch goes and does it again. The brand that makes some of your favorite shirts, jeans, boots and more — you name it, they make it — and now, that extends through to a pair of the best men’s sunglasses. Think of them as yet another addition to the lineup of Taylor Stitch accessories worthy of your time and consideration, no doubt about it.

The Taylor Stitch Legend Sunglasses are aptly named and classically designed, all the better to be worn in plenty of style situations this summer. They’re a step up from bargain-bin or gas station sunglasses, no doubt about it, with Japanese construction from hand-polished acetate (that’s the good stuff, folks).

Taylor Stitch sunglasses review.

They also boast key details like tempered mineral glass lenses and stainless 5-barrel hinges, all the better for added durability for months on end. The rounded design on the Taylor Stitch Legend Sunglasses is a bit different than a classic aviator or Wayfairer-style frame, but hey, every guy needs options in his summer wardrobe, right?

The good news is, the Taylor Stitch Legend Sunglasses are wearable with just about any #OOTD focused on Taylor Stitch menswear, from the San Francisco company’s breezy polos to its classic tees and timeless men’s shirts. Your next summer look just got an upgrade, and you’ve got the Taylor Stitch Legend Sunglasses to thank for that.

The Tuesday Steal: This Adventure-Ready Taylor Stitch Shirt is 30 Percent Off Right Now

The best menswear brands on the market, the menswear brands I love the most, tend to be the ones that take the ordinary and elevate it ever-so-slightly. Take Taylor Stitch. I’ve long been a fan of this San Francisco-based brand, as you know if you read the blog on the regular — perhaps you feel the same way? And in fact, hopefully you already know the brand’s focus on making some of the best shirts for men, right?

I sure hope so, because this modern icon has a way of taking the expected and making it, well, unexpected. That leads us to today’s Tuesday Steal, which shines the spotlight on one of the best men’s shirts for summer — a shirt that’s available for 30 percent off via the effortlessly cool Taylor Stitch Last Call section.

Best outdoor shirt for men to buy now.

Now, don’t get me wrong: It can be mighty hard to find the proper deal on a versatile, go-anywhere shirt, one that you can wear for adventures aplenty and casual days working from home. Yet, that’s the hole that the Taylor Stitch Point Shirt fills in your wardrobe. It’s modeled after throwback military field shirts, and helpfully made from a super-breezy yet durable blend of organic cotton and linen.

The Taylor Stitch Point Shirt also boasts the brand’s customary chest sizing, all the better for a flattering fit (consider sizing up if you want a slightly looser fit). But the Taylor Stitch Point Shirt is about so much more than the right fit (and that standout discount of 30 percent off).

It features the brand’s classic, face-framing California collar, but it’s the two front flap chest pockets that should prove especially useful for handling your everyday carry essentials in the field. And of course, the Taylor Stitch Point Shirt comes in two seriously cool colors: A rich Indigo Slub — which just so happens to be my personal favorite — and a field-ready Rain Drop Camo.

Between the soft-yet-reliable fabric, the sub-$100 price on sale, and the durable performance features, you ultimately can’t go wrong with the Taylor Stitch Point Shirt — at least, not in my book.

The Thursday Buy: The Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt is a Breezy Summer Style Pick

Best men's short-sleeve shirt for summer.

Is the search for summer menswear essentials ever really complete? At times and in my experience, it feels like it’s a never-ending quest, or at least a fun journey, to find picks that surprise and delight in terms of your wardrobe.

Everyone’s summer menswear favorites tend to look a bit different based on where you live and how your day-to-day shakes out, but it’s the tried-and-true picks that keep us all going, right? I’ve found that whether I’m working from home and wearing a breezy pocket tee, or heading to a rooftop cocktail event, the good folks at Taylor Stitch always tend to come through in the clutch.

Best camp collar shirt for men this season.

Of course, you might prize pieces that are a touch more classic or straightforward, like one of the best men’s polos or a Taylor Stitch Oxford shirt. And yet, your wardrobe should leave a little bit of room for interpretation: That’s where one of the best camp collar shirts is ready to shake up your menswear rotation just ever-so-slightly.

That shirt, my friends, is part of the always-engaging Taylor Stitch New Arrivals section, and the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt offers up retro and modern style in spades. It’s modeled off camp collar shirts of decades gone by, and you’ll notice that the collar lays flat in a more casual fashion, akin to something you might have seen Don Draper wear.

Retro camp collar shirt for men.

Crucially, the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt harnesses that same sense of casually cool style (without some of Don’s more questionable habits), and it’s every bit as well-designed as you’ve come to expect from Taylor Stitch. In my experience with the brand, texture and fabric is really where the San Francisco brand stands out, and the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt is no exception.

It’s available in two dusty, pleasingly summer-friendly shades, Orchid and Sand Jacquard, with 100 percent organic cotton washed fabric that should feel remarkably soft on the skin. So, why a camp collar shirt? Well, the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt is a touch more easygoing even when compared to a polo (thanks to the lay-flat collar and straight-hem, standard fit), so it’s a nice change of pace on breezy summer evenings.

Best new summer shirt for men.

The shorter hem also makes it easier to wear untucked, although I’ve found that most Taylor Stitch shirts can be worn untucked without missing a beat (including the brand’s stylish Oxford shirts) Even still, the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt is another much-needed, laidback style swerve on the hottest summer days.

Plus, the medium weight means you can wear the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt on your own, or you can style it as I would — unbuttoned over a heather grey T-shirt. Effortlessly cool style is the name of the game with the throwback-inspired camp collar shirt, and the Taylor Stitch Conrad Shirt is a worthy example to add to your wardrobe ASAP.