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Gear We Love Right Now from Best Made Co.

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In search of a one-stop shop that’ll outfit you with everything — and we mean, everything — you could ever possibly dream of? From durable tote bags to tough work shorts to super-soft shirting, all utterly timeless and well-made? Folks, we give you Best Made Co. From the summer-ready Standard Tee to the wear-anytime nature of the Tattersall Buttondown Shirt, Best Made Co. makes gear for the modern man — the sort of menswear that’ll look at home in the city during the week and tools you’ll need during a weekend in the country. Read on for our current favorite picks.

The Lightweight Pullover – $118
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Made with a linen-cotton blend in a summer-friendly, short-sleeve cut, this pullover is perhaps the epitome of a Best Made Co. product. It features sturdy fabric that’s not overly stiff, it’s well-cut, and it’s made to wear this summer — and plenty of summers thereafter.

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The Bonded Canvas Tote – $128
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Every guy needs a dependable everyday bag. The Bonded Canvas Tote is the ideal summer bag, made to hold everything from office essentials to sunglasses and a towel to your favorite beach read.

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The Standard Tee – $45
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Made from unique and durable Peruvian tanguis cotton, the versatility of this simple tee should not be underestimated. Wear this with a lightweight navy blazer and rolled white jeans, plus suede chukka boots.

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The Lightweight Work Short – $128
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Leave it to Best Made Co. to craft a pair of durable, go-anywhere shorts that are worth dropping some serious cash on. Double-needle stitching gives these shorts an air of tough wearability, perfect for pairing with a Best Made Co. tee and some white canvas sneakers for patio beers this weekend.

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The Tattersall Buttondown Shirt – $128
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What’s not to love about the handsome Tattersall Buttondown Shirt? Made from sanded cotton in a unique, slightly retro tattersall pattern, we love the green, cream, brown and blue color combo. We’d say you should wear this with classic tan chinos and brown leather loafers for a casual late summer or early fall weekend.

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The Leatherman Wave Tool – $100
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Lest we forget, Best Made Co. doesn’t just produce standout clothing. The brand also does a heck of a nice job making tough everyday essentials like the Leatherman Wave, an upgrade over your average multitool.

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The Workshop Clock – $198
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Looking for that finishing touch to upgrade your home office or study? The handsomely designed, utterly classic Workshop Clock could be just what you need.

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Beau Hayhoe is a freelance men’s style writer, consultant and PR pro based in Brooklyn. Beau’s menswear and gear writing has… Read Full Bio
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