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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Billy Reid Shirt is a New Fall Menswear Classic to Buy Right Now

Although it’s only just now the end of August, the time is still here to stock up for fall with one of the best shirts for men, the kind of shirt you can wear all day long. The Billy Reid Offset Pocket Shirt, my friends, is that very shirt. It’s available right now for under $100, making it a fine Tuesday Steal, but any way you look at it, it’s one heck of a fall shirt to buy now and wear from August into September and well beyond. It’s part of the Billy Reid Final Sale section, sure, but that doesn’t mean it’s of subpar quality, design or construction. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. It’s pretty rare to find one of the best men’s shirts for fall up for grabs at this point for under $100, and that’s just part of the reason why you should add this classic Oxford shirt to your wardrobe (don’t worry, future posts will dive into another #OOTD on how to wear an Oxford shirt for men, for instance). Plus, the fact that the pocket is placed in a slightly different spot than average is pretty neat.

Design perks aside, focus on adding this shirt to your wardrobe and reaping the rewards as far as versatile, affordable style is concerned.

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The Billy Reid Offset Pocket Shirt, with details like signature striping at the shirt hem, exemplifies what the classic American designer does best, which is make solid everyday staples using premium processes and fabrics. The result is elevated above the ordinary, and that’s an understatement. In the case of your new favorite shirt, that means this Oxford shirt is made in Portugal from, not surprisingly, 100 percent Oxford cotton cloth in a rich, deep shadow plaid. The shadow plaid of the Billy Reid Offset Pocket Shirt would actually pair quite nicely with tan or auburn Billy Reid chinos or jeans for a sharp, business casual-ready ensemble.

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It’s also designed with a standard fit, which isn’t overly slim nor overly baggy. The result is a classic men’s shirt that looks great untucked or teamed with, say, a refined Billy Reid blazer and faded jeans for date night or office-minded style. When you can snag a deal on something as essential, cool and highly wearable as the Billy Reid Offset Pocket Shirt, my best advice is to add one to your wardrobe as quickly as you can.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Buck Mason Indigo Henley is the Perfect Layer for Summer & Fall

It seems like just yesterday, devoted readers of The Style Guide, that we were talking about how Buck Mason makes some of the best men’s jeans for summer (and the best summer menswear in general). All that being said, summer is sticking around for just a bit longer — however, it’s never too early to get ready for fall. I’ve been saying that on the blog for the past few days, be it recommending you pick up Todd Snyder’s early fall collection or, in the case of today’s post, hop on the Buck Mason Last Chance Section. Fear not, because there’s gear aplenty up for grabs, including the Buck Mason Medium Wash Indigo Henley. It’s the sort of rugged henley you need in your rotation for late summer into early fall, and we’ll call that the tip of the menswear iceberg. What makes this indigo henley a Tuesday Steal and an ideal addition to your late-summer wardrobe? Well, you can snag the Buck Mason Medium Wash Indigo Henley for $60 right now, a nice, limited-time find to be worn with Buck Mason denim or chinos this season (and beyond — more on that in a second).

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A henley, after all, is a rugged style staple that looks great on every guy, and that’s doubly true of Buck Mason henleys. It comes down to the slightly longer four-button placket, which gives this henley a slightly dressier, more versatile look and feel — it can be worn on its own as easily as it can be layered underneath, say, a deep blue indigo trucker jacket for ideal transitional fall style. The world really is your oyster with a henley as well-made as the Buck Mason Medium Wash Indigo Henley

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This isn’t a run-of-the-mill henley, and it starts with the use of midweight cotton. That’s a step up from the breezy pima cotton found in other Buck Mason henleys, and again, that makes it ideal to wear on its own or layered up beneath a chambray shirt or a denim workshirt. You can even rock the Buck Mason Medium Wash Indigo Henley sans jacket during the day, then layer up a bomber jacket during cooler early fall nights. And because it’s finished off with a form-flattering curved hem and retro-style cuffs at the biceps (similar to other old-school henley undershirts), it’s plenty stylish enough to be worn solo with tan chinos or work pants.

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The indigo dye process is also rigorous, featuring a process that dips each shirt 15 times (at least). The result is a highly unique shirt that’s going to fade and age the more you wear it, kind of like a pair of selvedge jeans. That touch alone makes the Buck Mason Medium Wash Indigo Henley a downright steal (a Tuesday Steal, if you will) and that means it’s one to add to your cart ASAP for late summer and early fall.

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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Taylor Stitch Is Making the Best Classic Men’s T-Shirt on the Market

The Cotton Hemp Tee in Natural - Classic Men's Clothing…

From the best men’s leather jacket to the best classic T-shirt for men, is there anything Taylor Stitch can’t do? Well, if you read the blog, I’d wager you know that, well, there really isn’t all that much that the lauded San Francisco retailer can’t get right. I’ve long been a fan of Taylor Stitch, as you very well know if you’ve checked out the blog this summer (or in the years prior to that!), but it’s always worth revisiting what a favorite brand does as the years progress. In the case of Taylor Stitch, that means they continue to make essential classics, like the Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee, to go along with the consistently stellar Taylor Stitch Workshop. It’s a great place to get, say, the coolest leather jacket on the market, but we’re here today to talk about something a little more basic.

Now, I don’t mean basic in a bad way, because this Taylor Stitch T-shirt is about as well-made as it gets when it comes to summer knitwear (another consistent theme on the blog as of late). The specs on the Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee are what really separate it from the pack, which is why it’s worth spending a bit more ($36 at Taylor Stitch) compared to your run-of-the-mill pack of T-shirts at your local chain store (trust me on this!). If you’re a fan of Taylor Stitch Oxford shirts or outerwear, know that every bit as much quality has gone into this sustainable T-shirt as those staple, big-ticket pieces.

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This might seem like an overly simple T-shirt on the surface, but rest assured that it’s anything but that. The blend of 4oz. organic cotton (70 percent) and hemp (30 percent) should prove breezy and comfortable, and of course, highly sustainable. When it comes to even the most subtle style moves, Taylor Stitch has thought of every detail, right down to the fact that the Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee is also garment-washed for a soft feel and every more breathability. That sort of breathability is key if you want to continue wearing, say, Taylor Stitch jeans with your tee on hot summer days.

And the Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee also fits quite well: It’s neither too tight nor too baggy, it’s just right (note that the brand goes by chest sizing – so 38, 40, 42 and so on) for its sizing. It results in a timeless fit that should work well for most guys out there. The Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee is certainly wearable on its own, beneath a Taylor Stitch overshirt or underneath a Taylor Stitch leather jacket. It’s the type of T-shirt you’ve got to try out to believe its quality, and then once you’ve done that, you’ll want to stock your wardrobe with nothing but the Taylor Stitch Natural Cotton Hemp Tee. If you do give it a shot, let me know in the comments. Happy shopping!

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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: The Huckberry Annual Summer Sale Has the Best Menswear Deals Out There

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Who doesn’t love a standout sale on the best menswear essentials, right? I know I sure do, and that’s where we’re headed in today’s version of The Tuesday Steal. (For those new to this, the Tuesday Steal is an occasional substitute for our regular Tuesday #OOTD series). So, let’s get down to business. I’ve talked about the Huckberry Annual Summer Sale quite a bit on the blog, including in last week’s Friday Read. It’s always worth revisiting and diving in a bit deeper when a brand does so many things so well (like making its own pairs of the most affordable men’s sunglasses, for starters).

What exactly is on offer through the excellent and fast-moving Huckberry Annual Summer Sale? Well, my friends: I’m very glad you asked. I’ll get right to the point, in the interest of giving you as much time as possible to shop the best deals on the best menswear, after all.

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Know that a plethora of your favorite Huckberry picks, including Flint and Tinder, are up for grabs, with discounts of up to 35 percent off. Prices like that don’t come around very often, and that goes for staple pieces like the Flint and Tinder Trucker Jacket (it now retails for $121.98, compared to $188) and the much-loved Astorflex Patnoflex Leather Loafers. This sale has something for everyone, but it’s not going to run forever. Head over to Huckberry ASAP to shop the jam-packed, fun-as-can-be Huckberry Annual Summer Sale — you’ll find what you’re looking for, and I have no doubts about it.

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by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: These Mack Weldon Tech Chinos are the Perfect Pants to Wear Back to the Office

Notice anything about today’s post? Welcome to the Tuesday Steal, a new category here at The Style Guide that might occasionally replace our regular, long-running Tuesday #OOTD series. In the interest of getting right into it, the scoop here is that the Tuesday Steal gives you a menswear essential, like the best pants to wear back to the office, at a solid price. That’s the name of the game with Mack Weldon, and they’re a brand that’s only getting bigger and better. Now, you likely know Mack Weldon as the makers of some of the best basics for men, including the best men’s boxer briefs and the best men’s T-shirt, not to mention some of the best men’s shorts. But the Mack Weldon Maverick Tech Chinos are in a class all by themselves as far as the best men’s pants for summer (and beyond) are concerned, and that’s not just hyperbole. And because they retail for $128, they’re the type of pants primed for plenty of wear as you get the most bang for your buck.

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Crucially, they’re part of the new Mack Weldon Daily Wear System, which shows you how to mix and match all of your surprisingly affordable style staples from the direct-to-consumer brand. DTC brands, which cut out the middle man, like a department store, have gained quite a bit of traction in recent years for offering lower prices, solid discounts and quality products, like the *drumroll please* Mack Weldon Maverick Tech Chinos.

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The specs on the Mack Weldon Maverick Chinos are important, and critical for any item to take its place as the rightful owner of the Tuesday Steal. They’re made with spill and stain-resistant, four-way stretch fabric, for plenty of comfort in your cubicle and even back out on the road for seasons to come. That lightweight stretch fabric is also going to prove mighty handy as you navigate the summer heat. They even feature an incredible seven pockets and a flexible fly. Wear them with Mack Weldon shirts and Mack Weldon boxer briefs as often as you can this season, and beyond that. The rest of your Tuesday awaits, so go forth with the knowledge you’ve gained from the Tuesday Steal. Happy shopping!

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