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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This Best Made Co. Cotton-Linen Workshirt is a Rugged Style Treasure For (Almost) Any Occasion

Best workshirts for men.

When you get down to it, when it comes time to roll up your sleeves and get down to business. where’s a guy to turn? It seems like one of the best workshirts for men, in matters of both form and function, should get the job done, quite literally — and in this day and age, you also need to know where to turn to layer up with proper utility in mind. Don’t leave anything to chance, as we often say on this style blog, ehh? That’s where my friends at Best Made Co. join your wardrobe.

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Yes indeed, often featuring a blend of iconic good looks, durable fabrication and modern heritage designed in one complete package, my friends at Best Made Co. arrive in formidable style — with utility top of mind, at least where the Best Made Co. Cotton-Linen Workshirt is concerned.

Indeed, it’s not all that easy to find a blend of breathability, toughness and style in one dependable workshirt for men — even if your focus on dependability extends more towards, say, brewery visits than yard work (at least on a Friday night!).

And as far as rolling up your sleeves is concerrned, hard-working performance is the name of the game via the Best Made Co. Cotton-Linen Workshirt — as you’ll recall, the iconic modern company went through a relaunch and revamp of sorts in recent years (as the brand says, they were founded in 2009, then refounded in 2024).

It’s all thanks to original co-founder Peter Buchanan-Smith’s dedication to quality, rugged style, quality fabrication and durable performance — all of which might be an understatement when it comes to fashionable yet functional everyday pieces like the Best Made Co. Cotton-Linen Workshirt.

And as the company says of its own take on the utterly classic workshirt, “the blend is 58% cotton, 42% linen, a ratio that will earn its keep” — I’d say I’d agree with that sentiment wholeheartedly from my friends at Best Made Co., and if you feel the same way, then hard-working, hard-wearing style is yours for the taking this spring and summer.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Hiroshi Kato Is Making Some of the Finest, Best Blue Jeans for Men (And More!) on the Market Right Now

Does it ever seem like the market for men’s blue jeans is a bit crowded at times? Perhaps — from classic denim producers to department stores and high-fashion brands — but that makes it all the more special when a company cuts through the clutter and stands above the rest (head and shoulders, one might say!) when it comes to delivering the best selvedge jeans for men (and more!).

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That’s the idea at the root of the Friday Find series, as we say – diving into brands that might fly under the radar from time to time, but are every bit as worthy of a coveted spot in your wardrobe as your tried-and-true favorites. And if you’re a denimhead, you very well likely know the stellar denim and menswear producers at Hiroshi Kato. If not? This Friday is as prime a time as any to dive into your new favorite pair of blue jeans.

Over the past few weeks or so, I’ve had the chance to step into a standout pair of Hiroshi Kato men’s denim, a cult favorite offering that I’d heard about frequently from in-the-know menswear fans and lovers of the best denim for men all across the board. So when the folks at Hiroshi Kato reached out about testing out a pair of finely crafted selvedge denim, I certainly had to take ’em up on that offer — how could you not, ehh?

Of course, I’ve written a Hiroshi Kato men’s denim review over at WERD.com, but this one was a chance every bit as special to trot out some of the coolest men’s blue jeans all around Brooklyn (as you might have seen on my Instagram!).

For my latest men’s denim review and another foray into the world of Hiroshi Kato selvedge denim, I selected a pair of the Scissors Slim Tapered, crafted from rich, durable yet supple 10.5 Ace selvedge. As the good folks at the USA-made denim producer say, these handsome and rugged yet versatile jeans rely on “vintage fade Indigo Japanese 10.5oz 4-way stretch selvedge,” finished off with eye-catching details like a custom back hip leather patch and the company’s custom-branded hardware.

Best blue jeans for men.

Denim from my friends at Hiroshi Kato is a sight to behold and even better to wear — utterly classic, remarkably well-designed, made to get better over time and offered in a wide variety of washes, fits and styles. There’s an almost stunning array of men’s blue jeans on offer at Hiroshi Kato, as I’ve found out over the years — and I’ve got plenty more to dive into from one of the best men’s blue jean producers on the market. Your next pair of hard-working selvedge awaits, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Bolster Your Spring Wardrobe With This INDIGOSEA Henley

In a style world filled with clutter at times, it’s refreshing to be able to cut through that clutter and find brands dialed in and dedicated to doing top menswear essentials the right way, at the proper price and with the proper fabrication and materials in mind. A tall order in this day and age, no?

But that’s why we’re here with our Friday Find series — unearthing brands you haven’t yet discovered, brands that could very well prove a newfound favorite, companies with a bit more history behind them than average. Take companies like Triple Aught Design and Devium USA, both favorites of this series — and prepare to meet a potential new favorite brand to kick off this fine spring weekend.

INDIGOSEA is a company as of late I’ve been proud to wear, with modern roots dating back just to February 2025 and a historical foundation that can trace its way back to garment factory production across a variety of categories for Japanese companies. It’s a fascinating story that means a few important things for you, dear reader.

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In my brief experience with the brand across these past few months, INDIGOSEA menswear focuses on rugged workwear classics, from the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley shown above, to a variety of durable chore jackets, cargo workwear pants and hard-wearing denim, among other casually rugged, easygoing and yet endlessly classic selections. And yet, these menswear essentials, as much as we love them on the surface here at this Brooklyn style blog, are often delivered to you from INDIGOSEA at near-wholesale prices.

Yes, you read that right: Rugged staples like the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley are as affordable as a mere $38, a far cry from some designer prices — and in my experience, the company’s quality and fabrication stands up to just about anything from more expensive brands. Not that there’s not a time and a place for beloved designer favorites… but the durability and style points of the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley are simply remarkable for the price, and then some.

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Right off the bat, the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley feels ultra-soft yet sturdy out of the box, boasting 12.3oz. cotton jersey fabric, a standard fit and reinforced cuffs and a dependable neckline for an expert fit beneath your favorite spring trucker jacket — or worn all on its own. I’ve also found the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley to be an ideal layer beneath a soft merino wool cardigan, and when worn on its own, the flattering standard fit of the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley is plenty serviceable.

Look beyond the basics this season when finding your new favorite henley, my friends — the INDIGOSEA Vintage Henley might prove a new staple piece, folks.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle Is The Best Bag for Your Next Spring Road Trip, And Then Some

Best duffle bags for men.

When you step back and think about your rotation of the best men’s gear for your day-to-day, from the perfect chambray shirt to essential leather boots and a stylish everyday watch, it’s often curious to me what brands rise above the fray and become day-to-day staples before you’ve even realized it.

There are plentiful brands in my rotation that pop up very, very often on this Brooklyn style blog, and there are others that re-enter after a long time away, like the USA-made gear purveyors at Bradley Mountain.

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I’ve written about Bradley Mountain — and its Tennessee-based approach to rugged, timeless gear that’s built to last — since about 2017 in various Bradley Mountain gear reviews, but they haven’t graced the pages of this blog in some time. That all changes today, as we take an overdue look at one of the best weekender bags for men, the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle.

It’s all happening as part of our Friday Find series, where we unearth the best of the best from brands you might not have considered or perhaps not quite heard of yet.

That all changes today, and just in time for spring and summer travel season. Gear up, because Bradley Mountain makes sturdy, hard-wearing travel essentials from dopp kits to tote bags, not to mention a very pleasing and utterly exceptional range of waxed field jackets, waxed bomber jackets, flannel overshirts, even a small run of military and field watches to complement your next casually rugged #OOTD. But about the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle, ehh?

Featuring a nicely sized 42-liter volume crafted from ultra-sturdy yet supple 18oz. waxed duck canvas that’s practically begging to be broken in, the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle comes in versatile, agreeable shades of material like Field Tan or a military-inspired olive drab, all the better to develop some serious patina on the road.

Paired with thick and long-lasting 9oz. USA harness leather to round out its trim and handle, an antiqued brass zipper works mighty well alongside old-school copper and brass hardware, all the better to deliver durable transport of your favorite style essentials.

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Perhaps most useful on the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle might be its three exterior pockets, plus one interior zipper pocket to streamline your everyday carry from point A to point B.

This stylish men’s duffle bag certainly feels TSA-approved, but might perform even more dutifully when tossed in the back of your truck ahead of a weekend getaway — alongside other Bradley Mountain gear, of course. Your new favorite weekender bag, and the promise of spring adventure, awaits with the Bradley Mountain Ranger Duffle.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This USA-Made Devium Slub Twill Overshirt is a Spring Layering Staple

Best overshirts for men to wear this spring.

As you scour the market for the best menswear essentials, especially reliable pieces you can rock now and into the start of early summer, perhaps your focus remains on your outerwear or your top half — as wise a place as any as you look for rugged menswear with a versatile edge.

And perhaps you’ve come across USA-made menswear from Devium a time or two in this search — they’re a newfound favorite brand of yours truly across the past year, with Americana-inspired style roots (the brand was founded on Flag Day over a decade ago, at any rate), and with durability and style points to burn in every stitch.

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Of course, that makes ’em a fine choice for our ongoing Friday Find series, where we dive into unheralded brands doing things the right way, and in this case, the American-made way with selections like the Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt.

As wearable now atop a pocket tee as it was essential alongside a thermal henley in the frigid months, one of the best shirt jackets for men is going to offer the right mix of form and function just about anywhere, from the job site to the barstool of your favorite neighborhood corner dive.

The handsome and utterly classic Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt is billed by the California brand as “a year-round workhorse,” with custom 100 percent heavyweight stretch twill construction guaranteed by, well, the brand’s lifetime guarantee. Available in four stylish colors (including crisp Academy Blue and my personal favorite, Old Moss Green), the functionality is ramped up with chest box-pleated pockets big enough to hold a can of beer.

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The Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt is carefully considered every step of the way, right down to its custom 16L cat’s eye buttons and vintage-style slub twill fabrication. For throwing on at a moment’s notice with selvedge denim and a pocket tee or even garment-washed stretch chinos and your favorite pair of leather boots, there’s not much more essential in matters of utility, durability and rugged appeal than a layering piece like the Devium Draftsman Twill Slub Overshirt this spring. Act accordingly as you plot your next seasonal menswear move, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This Triple Aught Design Chambray Shirt is a Perfectly Rugged Outer Layer for Spring Adventures

Best chambray shirts for men.

As we thaw out after a frigid winter, the call of spring and the promise of adventure — a park stroll, a day hike, maybe a crisp round of brewery beers on a patio — beckons, and I’d wager you’re going to want the right gear with which to take on all of those pursuits. And in my book, one of the best shirt jackets for men (like the one shown above from Triple Aught Design) can help you meet the moment in rugged, functional and casually stylish fashion, at least on your top half.

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So for as much as our Friday Find series is about unearthing hidden gems in the world of brands, it’s also about coming back to the well, so to speak, when a brand is really worth its salt. And my friends, Triple Aught Design, with its focus on functional, tactical performance and spirited, rugged fashion certainly qualifies.

That promise of high-quality utility and serious style makes the Triple Aught Design Torque Chambray Shirt an action-packed, feature-filled spring style upgrade as far as the best menswear for spring is concerned.

The basics are covered with the Triple Aught Design Torque Chambray Shirt, and then some, as always seems to be the case with the adventure-minded San Francisco-founded retailer. When it comes to the Triple Aught Design Torque Chambray Shirt, that means using hard-wearing yet supple pre-washed 100 percent cotton chambray fabric in a tight, textured weave ideal for layering atop a short-sleeve henley or rocking all on its own.

The Triple Aught Design Torque Chambray Shirt in fact features heritage-quality cotton chambray denim from European manufacturer Evlox, with a history of high-quality production dating back to 1846.

In fact, Triple Aught Design says it perhaps the very best when talking about the rugged durability of this highly wearable chambray shirt jacket, noting that the material is “a workwear and style icon for over 400 years,” while noting that “chambray shirts have brought character and capability to every frontier.”

That sure is high praise, and that means the company used double and triple-needle stitching for reinforcement of the tough black crosshatch chambray fabric. How’s that for one of the best chambray shirts for men? Make no bones about it, the rugged Triple Aught Design Torque Chambray Shirt lives up to its billing and then some — spring adventures await, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: These Viberg Service Boots are an Investment-Level Pair Worth Every Penny

It’s critical, at least in this day and age (in this economy!) to know when to level up your footwear game and your menswear rotation in general with the types of pieces you can truly invest in and wear for years — yes, years — on end. Only a choice few brands truly pass muster in that regard as far as high-quality, dependable, durable gear is concerned, a test that becomes all the more critical when it comes down to the footwear you lace up every single days.

Yes, the right pair of exceptionally high-quality, handmade footwear can be a true gamechanger in every sense of the word — when you lace up some of the best boots for men, like a wonderfully well-made set of Viberg men’s boots, the difference is clear in each and every stitch.

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Viberg boasts exceptional Canadian heritage dating back to the 1930s, especially the Viberg Service Boot, an icon from the company and perhaps the gold standard as far as derby-style boots are concerned. In fact, as Viberg says of the incredibly well-made, remarkably tough and reliable Viberg Service Boots, the pattern for these boots “is a classic 6″ derby boot, which is one of the most versatile patterns available,” with deep roots for hard work outside, as the company further notes.

The style remains as rugged and hard-wearing as ever, featuring the company’s “nailed construction” for a sturdy outsole and workwear-approved performance.

In fact, with the modern rendition of the Viberg Service Boots, the company still does things the old-fashioned way, a true must when it comes to consistently crafting the best boots for men. They use stitchdown construction for a hard-wearing outer vamp that delivers weather resistance underfoot, while the Viberg Service Boots in their many handsome, essential and stylish leathers (like the Natural Chromexcel leather used here) are also finished with premium hardware and the company’s distinctive brown ridgeway outsole for added traction.

To say that this legendary Canadian and Pacific Northwest company considered every detail when it comes to the must-buy Viberg Service Boots is perhaps an understatement. And while the Viberg Service Boots are certainly an investment at more than $1,000, they’re the kind of boots made to be worn consistently on the daily (if your dress code and schedule allows, that is). Find yourself a one-of-a-kind set of the best boots for men via the Viberg Service Boots, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Get Out There This Season with the Triple Aught Design Stasis Jacket

As we re-emerge from a frigid winter, perhaps you’re as eager as I am to hit the road and hit the trail again with some of the best gear for men in your pack and over your shoulders. Not every brand is built to go far afield (or across town) with rugged, durable performance in mind, but the few that are, well, they’re worth your time, as we’ve discovered in our Friday Find series spotlighting underrated brands with a knack for reliable functionality and style.

Of course, Triple Aught Design, with its California roots and tactical inspiration, fits the bill quite nicely indeed, as you well know if you keep up with this style blog. And as with any great spring adventure, dependability in your outerwear rotation should prove top of mind — let’s get started with one of the best spring jackets, shall we?

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The Triple Aught Design Stasis Jacket adds plenty to your spring gear rotation, pairing both Polartec Alpha insulation on the interior with fabrication led by a water-resistant 30 denier nylon shell. The insulation throughout is lighter in the sleeves to aid in mobility and comfort without causing you to overheat during expeditions in the field, Triple Aught Design says, while a high-coverage collar features a chin guard for added protection from the elements.

Front chest pockets also pair with a left internal chest pocket for crucial everyday carry storage, while the Triple Aught Design Stasis Jacket, as the company says, “blurs the line between everyday insulation and technical mid layer,” complete with two stylish and sleek color options. In fact, for maximum versatility, the company recommends pairing it with everything from a simple lightweight tee or used as a mid-layer beneath an overshirt.

If rugged appeal and performance is the name of the game, which it certainly is this season, then I think you’ve found the ideal jacket for lightweight utility and sleek style in spades. Make no mistake, the Triple Aught Design Stasis Jacket has you sorted out in fine form this spring.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Transition to Early Spring and the Weekend with this Laidback Warren Pullover Hoodie

Best hoodies for men.

On the verge of a late winter weekend, what do you look for in your wardrobe of menswear essentials? Do you look for casual comfort for laidback days at home? Something more polished for nights out? Or something so well-made, it’s hard not to find a way to work it into your wardrobe?

The Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie might just fit the bill nicely in that regard, especially in matters of laidback, casual weekend style — and it doesn’t hurt that it’s part of an always stellar assortment of USA-made menswear from Warren, a favorite brand of mine across the past year or so. How about yourself, ehh?

We’ve talked in past Warren menswear reviews about the company’s steadfast commitment to made-in-New-England manufacturing, which just so happens to make them a perfect fit for our Friday Find series, where we dive briefly but deeply into quality menswear made the right way in small batches (in a manner of speaking, that is).

And the Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie exemplifies the proper USA-made approach in matters of rugged, dependable style, whether worn with expertly faded blue jeans, stretch chinos and a light wash denim jacket, or a pair of tailored merino joggers for a weekend at home. Twill tape reinforcements at key stress points are accented by black matte drawcord tips, while the classic fit is apt for layering over a long-sleeve tee or a henley without leaving you swimming in excess fabric.

Made from 10.5oz. organic French Terry cotton that’s then garment-dyed to great effect in Somersworth, New Hampshire, the durable Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie is a steadfast commitment to old-school athletic styles. And as the brand says, “every part of the construction process – knitting, sewing, and dyeing – takes place within a 100-mile radius, a testament to New England’s long-standing textile heritage.” I couldn’t have said it better myself — how do you feel about adding the utterly classic Warren Hayes Pullover Hoodie to your laidback weekend style rotation? The time is upon us, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: These 3sixteen Selvedge Jeans are a Fresh Take on Classic Men’s Blue Jeans

Best selvedge jeans for men.

It can sometimes be tricky to improve upon a classic, especially if that classic piece happens to be a set of the best selvedge denim for men. A workwear staple for decades, the blue jean is as all-American as it gets, and yet, between fit and fabrication, some of the very best denim jeans for men get even better when in the right hands.

In the case of today’s Friday Find — a deep dive into an underrated style staple by a buzzed-about but underrated brand — the good folks at 3sixteen have you covered with the 3sixteen CT-101xs in a richly crafted stonewash, a nice change of pace from typical dark blue selvedge denim.

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The New York City-based label goes deep in the world of the highest-quality denim on the market, and in this case, the 3sixteen CT-101xs boast stonewashed 12oz. denim in an agreeable weight for multiple seasons. The denim itself is stonewashed evenly for a crisp, clean and light fade, making the 3sixteen CT-101xs a solid go-between from dark blue or black selvedge denim and true light wash jeans.

Crafted with impeccable care, that makes the casually rugged 3sixteen CT-101xs a soft yet durable pair of jeans with a classic tapered cut that should work plenty well on most body types. Details like standout USA-made craftsmanship are a surefire sign of quality, along with the use of exceptional denim fabric sourced from Okayama, Japan — a country that knows a thing or two about the best blue jeans.

The 3sixteen CT-101xs can just about do it all in matters of casual style, whether paired with a classic henley and a cardigan, or with a crisp Oxford shirt and a lightweight navy blazer for a dash of seasonal, high-low style. Given the investment-level price of these stylish men’s jeans ($290, to be exact), versatility is the name of the game in terms of wearability — make your next denim-centric wardrobe upgrade happen with the fresh nature of the 3sixteen CT-101xs, my friends.