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by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Wool Blazer From Wills & Huckberry Is a New Style Classic

Best blazers for men.

A new year is, of course, a stellar opportunity to re-evaluate your menswear wardrobe (among other aspects of your life!) and sometimes, that can mean turning towards stylish updates to classics, pieces that you’ll get a ton of wear out of in the new year.

Take one of the best blazers for men, for instance. The particular blazer in question hails from Huckberry, and from the retailer’s refined Wills clothing brand, known for making some of the best cashmere sweaters and much more.

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It’s part of the Huckberry Smart Casual lineup, a rundown of tasteful, elegant clothing that’s dressy enough for the office but cool enough for date night — all without trying too hard. It’s the right kind of balance to strike heading into a new year, if you ask me — and the Wills Stretch Wool Blazer is endlessly versatile and a perfect example of a go-anywhere jacket.

Your new favorite wool blazer wears easily with dark blue jeans and your favorite Oxford shirt at the office, but it can also pair seamlessly with, say, some of the best corduroy pants for men and a chambray shirt during a dressy date night. Especially in Heather Black, it’s also got some interesting texture and depth to the fabric, making it more appealing than, say, a standard black sportcoat.

Best men's blazer for winter.

And the Wills Stretch Wool Blazer also has another critical component making it ideal for winter: That wool blend fabric for winter warmth, which also pairs nicely with matching suit pants for a casually cool seasonal suit. In terms of other details, it also boasts half-canvas construction, which means the jacket will form nicely to your chest and shoulders while holding its shape over time.

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In my book, this stylish wool blazer is one of the best blazers for men, the sort of jacket you can mix and match for multiple outfits in the same week — that’s reliability in style you can depend on, and that’s just the Huckberry way. Here’s to a new year and an even more stylish wardrobe, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Huckberry ‘See You Out There’ Sale Gives You 45 Percent Off the Best Gear to End the Year

Huckberry Sales 2024.

My friends, welcome back to the blog during this momentous holiday time — and even if it’s a more relaxed holiday week, I hope you’ve been keeping an eye on the best menswear essentials from some of your favorite retailers, like my good friends at Huckberry.

Is it the most wonderful time to shop Huckberry? Potentially, although there’s never really a bad time to shop and save on everything from the best men’s boots to the best waxed jackets and much, much more. And if you wanted to bolster your wardrobe even further this winter, here’s a chance to stock up in style in quick succession.

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The Huckberry ‘See You Out There’ Sale is the last chance to shop some of the year’s best deals — try savings of up to 45 percent, in fact. You’ll find deals on a vast array of the best home goods, menswear, rugged everyday carry essentials and much more within the well-stocked Huckberry Sale section, but these deals are a step up even from the Austin-based retailer’s normally exceptionally selection.

Huckberry See You Out There Sale.

You see, there are stylish, functional selections across the board via the Huckberry ‘See You Out There’ Sale, be it accessories like the ever-useful Huckberry Beanie Cap (now just $19), some of the best moc toe boots for men (nearly 30 percent off!) or heirloom picks slim-fit selvedge jeans for men. There are also cozy zip sweaters, durable chinos and rugged backpacks and EDC selections aplenty — the list truly goes on and on.

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What’s the catch? Well, the only catch might be that the Huckberry ‘See You Out There’ Sale only runs until December 31st, so now is as prime a time as any to shop and save on the best menswear essentials out there. Go to it, refresh your wardrobe and yes, we’ll see you out there in 2024, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater Is a Perfect Everyday Men’s Sweater

Every guy’s wardrobe needs a series of workhorse items that can be relied upon day in and day out, especially as far as the brisk climes of winter are concerned. And that’s where you need one of the best men’s winter sweaters.

Think of the type of cozy knit that can A) Stand up to winter’s worst and B) Function well enough for repeat wear in a variety of style situations. And that, my friends, is where the Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater enters the equation.

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Outerknown, of course, is the famously sustainable fashion brand founded by Kelly Slater, the surfing legend. Slater wanted to invest in fashion made a better way, or rather, nearly the best way.

You can see that pursuit firsthand in the best-selling Outerknown Blanket Shirt (a personal favorite of mine), with its organic fabric and durable construction. And that brings us back to the Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater.

On the surface, it’s a classic crewneck sweater made with ribbed cuffs and a ribbed neckline for a dash of rugged appeal (like the sweaters favored by literary greats decades ago, or fishermen on stormy seas). But what really makes the Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater tick is the fabric itself, which is a recycled Italian yarn crafted from denim for a marled look and feel.

That fabric makes it hardy enough to function as a mid-layer beneath your favorite waxed trucker jacket, or as a standalone piece on a cool spring or fall morning.

Yessir, that’s right: The Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater is a true multi-season sweater, but one that should prove especially useful starting right now this winter. The deep grey Shadow colorway is highly versatile in terms of style as well, but it comes in two other neutral colors perfect for mixing and matching.

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In fact, the Blue Horizon shade of the Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater should prove particularly stylish when worn alongside tobacco chinos or even burgundy corduroys. When you want a reliable winter sweater for days at home and out in the elements, opt for a sustainable approach with the Outerknown Hemisphere Sweater.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Amberjack Just Introduced Its First Lace-Up Boot, And You’ll Want a Pair ASAP

Best new lace-up boots for men.

If you keep a close eye on the pages of this blog, you’ll know that I’m all about finding brands and products you love, and then consistently going back to those same brands and products on the daily. It just makes perfect sense, right?

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Consistency is key, finding items you can wear as often as possible is essential, and it’s an even bigger deal when a brand you love — perhaps, say, a brand that makes some of the best men’s dress shoes — steps up and expands into a new style while staying true to its roots.

That’s certainly what we’re seeing today on the blog from Amberjack, the Brooklyn-based upstart known for making some of the best lace-up dress shoes and the best loafers. I’m a fan of both styles in terms of comfort and quality right out of the box, but the NYC-based shoemaker just upped the ante even further.

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You see, Amberjack just debuted the Amberjack Boot, a new boot addition alongside its wildly successful Amberjack Chelsea Boots (which are some of my personal favorite Chelsea boots). All the while, they’ve done it as they’ve introduced the brand to a new, tech-forward way to look at leather shoes (at least, that seems to be the case from my perspective).

Best leather lace-up boots for men.

If you’ve been fortunate enough to try Amberjack (the brand’s dress shoes sell for a highly accessible $195), you’ll know that quality, comfort and innovative technology rise to the forefront. While old-school boots — many of which I love! — are rugged, built with thick, sturdy soles and tough leather, the Amberjack Boot has more DNA in common with modern sneaker-boots, as does the rest of its lineup.

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That doesn’t mean they sacrifice style in the slightest, but technical prowess is precisely what separates the Amberjack Boot from other pairs of the best men’s boots. The Amberjack Boots feature the brand’s signature dual-function athletic outsole for some true spring in your step, and the heat-activated insole molds to your foot over time and feels supremely comfortable right out of the box.

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Like Amberjack dress shoes, the Amberjack Boots are the kind of pair you can slide into and wear properly right away, no break-in time required. They feature captoe detailing for extra reinforcement and a stylish touch, and full-grain leather throughout the upper should both age nicely and last quite a while with the Amberjack Shoe Care Kit, too.

Best men's leather boots for winter.

It’s as if the brand has thought of everything when it comes to the Amberjack Boots, right? And with their relatively streamlined yet versatile toe shape, these boots should more than pass muster alongside a range of style staples, be it your favorite cordury pants or dark blue jeans and a classic henley.

Plus, like the full range of Amberjack dress shoes, you can find some of the best men’s boots in the company’s rich Chestnut leather, plus two dark shades of black and a subtly textured Copper nubuck leather option. Hopefully, this is enough to convince you to take the plunge and secure a pair of the Amberjack Boots — and at the more-than-agreeable price of $205, it sounds like they’re a downright steal and a fine addition to any footwear rotation.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Get Up to 25 Percent Off Stylish, Comfortable Menswear at Mack Weldon for Black Friday

Mack Weldon Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.

If I’ve said it once this week, I’ve said it, well, a handful of times. The best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on menswear have been debuting seemingly earlier than ever this year, and the chance at savings on your new favorite men’s style essentials is better than ever.

That goes for some of your favorite online menswear brands, including companies not necessarily known for their discounts. Take Mack Weldon, makers of some of the softest men’s T-shirts, the best men’s boxer briefs and the coolest chinos for men — among many other must-haves for your next #OOTD. They don’t offer up a sitewide sale like this all that often, so keep on scrolling.

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Rest assured: The deal in question is one worth shopping, certainly. You can save up to 25 percent off (when you spend $300+), and that also includes other deals, like savings of 15% if you spend anywhere from $125-$300.

From super-soft French Terry hoodies to cashmere sweaters and even one of the best flannel workshirts, Mack Weldon has evolved into so much more than a brand that makes dependable, comfortable basics (although they still do quite the bang-up job at that, too). And it’s worth noting that ahead of the holidays, a refresh or restock on style essentials — and those top-drawer basics — is always a worthwhile decision.

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Again, deals like this don’t come around all that often, and Mack Weldon knows how to grab your attention (and save you cash) with ultra-comfortable, go-anywhere picks. That mantra holds true even if “anywhere” is just a laidback weekend on your couch. Happy shopping and saving, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Shawl Cardigan from The Tie Bar Is an Essential Sweater for the Holidays

Best shawl collar cardigan for men.

There are certain essentials a guy needs on hand in the colder months, especially during the festive holiday season — this, of course, you know all too well if you read the blog. That includes dressy options like one of the best white dress shirts, and it goes for pieces that are both more rugged and refined in equal measure. Take one of the best shawl cardigans for men, one that you can find right now at The Tie Bar.

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The silhouette has been embraced by everyone from Steve McQueen to Daniel Craig over the years, and it’s a piece I personally love. So, let’s up the ante even further with help from my friends at The Tie Bar. Yes indeed, the maker of some of the most affordable men’s ties on the market is now making one of the best men’s sweaters, and I’ve had the chance to check it out firsthand in recent weeks.

The Tie Bar Cable Shawl Cardigan is an impressive layering option in its own right alongside the brand’s crisply cut dress shirts and expertly fashioned, cost-effective ties. And it’s got plenty to love about it, starting with the richly crafted cable detailing, just like they used to make ’em in the old days.

Best shawl collar cardigan for men.

That detailing gives it texture and depth, while the shawl collar frames the face and allows you to show off a dress shirt and tie (or a classic chambray shirt). Particularly in a classic burgundy color, it’s an especially seasonally friendly sweater to wear at home in front of a roaring fire or as a fine layering option at a holiday party. I haven’t even mentioned the best part — you can find it right now at The Tie Bar for a mere $98.

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Plus, the cotton and wool blend should prove both toasty and yet not overly stuffy. When you want one of the best men’s cardigans to shake up your winter layering in essential fashion, reach for The Tie Bar’s handsome shawl collar sweater, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Billy Reid Fisherman Sweater Is a Perfectly Rugged Fall Style Move

There are some times when it makes perfect sense to go with a rugged classic, times when a brisk breeze beckons and you need a layer to stand up to that weather. In those times, my friends, I’d certainly reach for the Billy Reid Fisherman Sweater. If you’ve kept up with this very blog, you know that the Alabama-based designer reinvents the classics on a near-daily basis, and in this instance, that means taking inspiration from a burly, old-school fisherman sweater and then turning it into the one and only Billy Reid Fisherman Sweater.

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That also means using rich and rugged 100 percent wool construction, a handsome raglan-sleeve knit for mobility, and then offering up classic colorways like navy and olive for the instant smash hit that is the Billy Reid Fisherman Sweater.

If that sounds like precisely what you need in your knitwear rotation this season, give Billy Reid a shot, be prepared to invest (the Billy Reid Fisherman Sweater will set you back $298), and then revel in cozy comfort this spring. It’s yours for the taking, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Bonobos Overshirt Is one of the Coolest Layers You Can Wear This Season

Best men's overshirt for fall.

In my book, one of the best times of the year — no perhaps, the best time of the year for menswear — is fall. Or rather, fall right on the verge of winter. In fact, we’re right smack dab in the middle of the perfect time for fall menswear essentials.

A brisk breeze carries leaves on the air, there’s still time aplenty for fall park strolls, bonfires and whiskey sipping, and one of the best men’s overshirts can help you do it all. I find myself wearing one of the best overshirts for men on a near-daily basis these days.

If you’re in the same boat, I think you’ll find today’s change of pace from one of the best online menswear brands — that’d be Bonobos — a nice move.

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You’ll certainly find some of the best new fall menswear within the Bonobos New Arrivals section, including the Bonobos Corduroy Overshirt in question today. Now, here’s the catch: The traditional overshirt, with its thicker fabric and larger buttons, wears like a jacket, as opposed to, say, one of the best chambray shirts for men.

The Bonobos Corduroy Overshirt has many of those same qualities, but the fabric is a swerve. It’s a rich, velvety corduroy, as opposed to a harder-wearing material like flannel, so it’s got a more elegant look and feel to it. Of course, the hits keep on rolling for this lauded menswear retailer.

Best corduroy overshirt for men.

It features slightly oversized buttons and two handy button chest pockets for maximum utility, and the rich Port Wine color option shown here is a perfectly appropriate touch for the season at hand. It also comes in classic colors like Black, and a rich Tuscan Olive that would wear nicely with charcoal dress trousers or even dressier dark blue jeans.

Bonobos men's shirt jacket review.

With the Bonobos Corduroy Overshirt, you’ve surely got options. Even the lightweight contrasting-flannel cuff and collar detailing sets this handsome overshirt apart from the pack. Bonobos rightfully calls your new favorite overshirt “classic and comfortable,” and I could see it wearing seamlessly over everything from your favorite henley to a turtleneck for a dash of refined fall and winter style.

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Sure, the Bonobos Corduroy Overshirt is a touch different than a rugged denim or flannel workshirt, but it’s no less a worthy option as you bolster your rotation of the best fall and winter menswear. We’ll see you out there, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: Save 30 Percent Today Only on the Classic Outerknown Blanket Shirt

Outerknown Blanket Shirt review.

Well, my friends: I’ve got good news and I’ve got bad news. The good news is that today, you can save 30 percent on one of the best men’s shirts for fall (and practically any other time at all). That’d be the Outerknown Blanket Shirt, the fan favorite, expertly crafted piece from surfing legend Kelly Slater’s sustainably focused style brand.

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What’s the bad news, you might ask? The bad news is that this specific deal runs today only — yes, just today — via Outerknown Blanket Shirt Day. Oh, and the deal itself? Yes, for just one day, you can save 30 percent on every single color and pattern of the rugged, versatile cotton twill shirt with legions of fans. It’s part shirt jacket, part stretch cotton shirt, all casual cool and effortless style. Those savings extend from men’s shirts into women’s and kid’s shirts as well, so it’s a fun deal for the whole family.

Outerknown Blanket Shirt

In my experience with the Outerknown Blanket Shirt, it’s durable and as at home stylistically over a lightweight tee in the spring as it will be with your favorite henley in the weeks ahead (click on my Outerknown review to learn more). It’s got the reliability of a flannel shirt, with the lighter weight of sturdy-yet-supple cotton twill (and the fact that it’s made with organic fiber isn’t half-bad, either).

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It’s almost incredible how many details the Outerknown Blanket Shirt gets correct, including the helpful front button chest pockets and the true-to-size, not-too-slim, not-too-relaxed fit. The Outerknown Blanket Shirt is certainly a shirt worth keeping close at hand, preferably in as many colors as possible this season.

And since it’s only 30 percent off for the remainder of the day, now is an absolutely excellent time to stock up — don’t you agree? If you end up securing the Outerknown Blanket Shirt on this very special day, let me know in the comments below.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The HELM Boots Hynes Boots Are a Must-Buy Pair of Fall Boots

Best leather chukka boots for men.

Every guy needs a reminder every so often — a reminder about tried-and-true seasonal style essentials, like the best boots for men. Of course, we’ve been diving plenty into the season’s most necessary, stylish footwear these past few weeks, but if you ask me, a guy can never have too many rugged leather boots close at hand. And that’s what’s so great about the HELM Boots Hynes Boots.

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In my experience, these boots check all the right boxes in terms of form and function, boasting richly crafted, supple leather and a comfortable ride underfoot. The list only grows from there, so let’s count the ways, shall we?

We previously talked about the lace-up, captoe HELM Boots Lou Teak Boots, which offer rugged appeal in spades, but the more streamlined HELM Boots Hynes Boots are a dressier and more streamlined touch.

HELM Boots for men review.

The HELM Boots Hynes Boots use the brand’s softest-ever leather (Neymar, for those keeping score at home) while also rounding things out with a padded collar for comfort. They’re also fully lined in leather for a soft and supple feel out of the box, and the eyelets even forgo hardware to keep the look clean and sleek.

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The same holds true for the profile, which you could easily style with your favorite blue jeans as readily as the HELM Boots Hynes Boots can be worn with some of the best corduroy pants on the market. And at $250, these sleek-yet-rugged leather chukka boots for men are an exceptional value, especially considering the fact that they can be resoled over time.

In the case of (potentially) your new favorite leather chukka boots, it turns out that a reminder is a great thing to receive, right? Yessir. Happy fall, and happy shopping over at HELM Boots, folks.