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Shop the Best Men’s Field Jackets for Spring Before It’s Too Late

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You’ve certainly got a ton of outerwear options for spring, but you can’t go wrong with a field jacket. With its roots in real-life military action, a field jacket is built to last, has pockets aplenty, and features sturdy fabric to protect the wearer against the elements. Some field jackets are pricey, but investing in high-quality field jackets is a must if you want to get the most out of your hard-earned money. That being said, read ahead for our list of the best men’s field jackets and consider your style all set this spring.

J. Crew Field Mechanic Jacket, $198

J Crew Field Mechanic Jacket

A sharp, richly colored field jacket? Sign us up. J. Crew still gets it right in the outerwear department — this is the type of field jacket that would layer handsomely over a blue chambray shirt and perhaps some inky blue denim.

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Abercrombie & Fitch Garment-Dye Zip-Up Shirt Jacket, $53

Abercrombie & Fitch Garment Dye Zip Up Shirt Jacket

This isn’t a classic field jacket in the technical sense of the word, but it’s a rugged, easily wearable number with handy pockets and a silhouette that’s not far off from your traditional design — it’s just more streamlined and … dare we say it … cooler?

Bridge and Burn Buckner Jacket, $228

Bridge and Burn Buckner Jacket

Want something that’s a little sleeker in terms of style, yet just as well-made? The Buckner Jacket is the one to buy. This piece is made with the spirit of adventure and durability in mind from Northwest-based retailers Bridge and Burn.

Old Navy Garment-Dye Flex Twill Jacket, $60

Old Navy Garment Dye Flex Twill Jacket

Old Navy is giving you a heck of a jacket for well under $100, that much is certainly true. And with earthly colors and a mobile fit via the brand’s Flex Twill fabric, you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck. Wear this one with rich black denim and a grey crewneck sweater for a casual weekend.

Snow Peak Military Jacket, $460

Snow Peak Military Jacket

Snow Peak pulls out all the stops when it comes to this technically advanced, sleek, and investment-worth field jacket available via Huckberry. Stylish enough to wear as an outer layer on your commute, functional enough to work on a hike, and cool enough to wear to your favorite brewery.

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If it looks to you like men's shorts have been getting shorter every year, you're right. They have been, and that's a good thing. We've come a long way since the days of baggy cargos and jorts well below the knee ... about five to seven inches to be exact. The shorter inseams of men's shorts present a sleeker, more refined silhouette. Whether you love the look of your legs or not, it is far more stylish to embrace the natural lines of your body with a higher, slimmer short.

To demonstrate what we mean, we've assembled a collection of the ten best shorts for spring 2022. The collection offers a range of inseams, but they all sit above the knee, which is a good rule to follow. The best men's shorts out there today are slim but not constricting thanks to lightweight and flexible materials. So don't be afraid to show off a little more skin this year. Just be careful to avoid uncomfortable burns by applying extra sunscreen where your thighs haven't seen daylight for, well, ever.

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The Best Men’s Shackets to Rock This Winter
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If you’re lucky enough to live somewhere in the U.S. that can experience three (even four) seasons in a single day, just getting dressing can prove challenging. Morning temperatures might be in the 20s when you leave for work, rise to the mid-70s at lunchtime, and dip back below freezing by dinner. Mastering your layering technique is key. But, having a handful of versatile articles of clothing can make all the difference.

Enter: The shacket. It’s not quite a shirt and not quite a jacket, but rather a deft blend of both. Most shackets look like a traditional button-up flannel shirt but are usually lined with fleece or something similar to provide the warmth of a light jacket. That versatility makes it the perfect addition to any outdoorsman’s closet. Here are our picks for the best men’s shackets (or “shirt-jackets”) to rock this winter.

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The Best Men’s Suit Deals to Shop For January 2022
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Suiting up requires care, attention to detail and of course, finding the right option for the right occasion, and that's particularly true as we move through January into a new year. Some call for more adventurous patterns and seasonal fabrics, while others demand a more traditional suit, to say the very least. Yes indeed, you need a great suit. Where's a guy to start? With our picks for the best suits, of course. Before you can do that though, be sure your tailoring is in fine form. If it feels as if you're out of practice, that's where we come in with our picks for refreshed suiting. You're going to have to put on a suit eventually, no doubt. And not just any suit: One of the best suits for men is the only way to go. On that note: Has there ever been a better time to buy one of the best men's suits? In our view, no, because there are plenty of men's suit deals worth shopping. The great thing is, you can save your hard-earned cash and still get the quality you need, even as you add a cheap men's suit to your wardrobe. Getting dressed should feel good and leave you looking good, and when it's good for your wallet, that's all the better. These are the best men's suit deals on the market from the best men's fashion brands right now.
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How to Choose a Men's Suit
Finding the Right Suit: Let's start things off by keeping it simple. Your suit should ideally reflect your lifestyle. If you wear suits frequently, or if you want to slowly but surely up your tailoring game, it's hard to go wrong with a classic, multi-season suit. While there are suits made for colder weather, with heavier fabrics, materials like cotton or lightweight wool (also known as tropical wool), with stretch, are going to be your best bet for day-to-day versatility.

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