GQ’s editors have scoured the latest releases to bring you this week’s best new menswear. From breezy summer essentials to early fall standouts, these are the pieces worth adding to your rotation, along with the team’s honest takes on each one.
The Hit List
This week’s essential 10 includes a crisp chambray from J.Crew at $118, hand-dyed swim trunks from Bather at $150, and pleated linen trousers from Percival at $205. OrSlow’s Japanese-made Grand Dad’s Jeans are priced at $295, while Nike’s Waffle Racer sneakers come in at $90. For a lazy Sunday, Loewe’s Flex Loafer is a luxury pick at $950, and J.Crew’s Overdyed Rugby Shirt channels 90s heartthrob energy for $128. Buck Mason’s Draped Linen Lounge Lizard Shirt, at $178, brings a sultry edge. Xero’s Genesis Rope Sandal offers barefoot comfort for $50, and Left Field’s Woven Madras rounds out the list at $200.
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Polo Ralph Lauren also drew praise from Avidan Grossman, who referenced a requisite ’90s Polo ad, and Jordan Bowman, who highlighted the big Open fit.
Gerald Ortiz noted that Seiko appears to have brought back its best-selling tank-style watch after a brief hiatus, advising to get it before it’s too late.
The list also includes Ssstein.
Gerald Ortiz described Mfpen’s take on the divisive boat shoe as less like a sailboat and more like a pirate ship.
Avidan Grossman recounted trying on a Tom Ford suit and feeling like an absolute don when wearing it, but very poor when taking it off.
Jordan Bowman said he had never seen a more aptly named piece of apparel than this from Camiel Fortgens.
Avidan Grossman praised this Raimundo Langlois piece for its good cut and great color.
Reed Nelson said he has worn his 3sixteen mules more than any other shoe he owns, beaten them up in ways once considered theoretical, yet they still haven’t lost a step. The only issue, he added, is they sell out fast.
Avidan Grossman called the Sanders snuff suede shoes McQueen-approved for a relative pittance.
Jordan Bowman noted the Sunflower shirt’s four buttons, emphasizing not two, not three, but four.
Jordan Bowman said the boxy Grimace rugby from Noah deserves a spot in his fall wardrobe.
Jordan Bowman said his favorite Timex watch has been GMT-ified.
Gerald Ortiz found it hard to stay in the summer present when Haven’s fall/winter delivery just dropped.
Reed Nelson is eyeing another knit hoodie from South2 West8, noting that asking if he needs one is private.
Reed Nelson said this Our Legacy piece looks like it should have an artist placard next to it.
Reed Nelson says he can’t keep losing hats and hopes this Found Feather item will end the agony.
Avidan Grossman said welcome back, brother, to Velardi.
Gerald Ortiz predicts hooded shirts will be a thing, adding you can put that on Kalshi, thanks to Stockholm Surf Club.
Gerald Ortiz loves a weird sweater, and Dries Van Noten delivers.
Jordan Bowman credits Nike ACG for inspiring him to download the AllTrails app.
Reed Nelson joked that no one should let him buy these North Face pants because he’d get reckless with the zipper.
Gerald Ortiz described these Oakley shades as superhero shades for fighting criminally bad fits.
Louis Cheslaw said he’s always in need of easier, slimmer sneakers like these from Novesta.
Jordan Bowman described this J.Crew rugby as having a faded saturated color that looks like something a 90s heartthrob would throw on.
Gerald Ortiz said autumn can’t get here fast enough, presumably for this Stone Island piece.
Jordan Bowman noted that Sun Buddies has been on a tear with a string of great collabs, mentioning this Khakis item.
Tyler Chin noted that with over 150 years of legacy boot-making cred, Blundstone’s heritage collection of hard-wearing boots has his immediate seal of approval.
Jordan Bowman said he’s over-indexed on henleys this year, and this Buck Mason is a prime example.
Louis Cheslaw wished he had a pair of swim trunks like these Birdwells while packing for vacation.
Michael Nolledo said he’s never liked a pair of Birks more than these.
Gerald Ortiz warned, “If you’re seeing this, it’s too late,” regarding Henry’s.
Gerald Ortiz wants to bring back the very plain retro sneaker, and Novesta fits the bill.
Louis Cheslaw stopped into P. Johnson’s new London store and called it really, really nice.
Reed Nelson said if you stare long enough at this 18 East thermal, you’ll forget the dew point is above 70 degrees.
Michael Nolledo praised Huckberry for sourcing denim from Kaihara Mills for this Flint & Tinder piece, noting the stretch is a little more forgiving, kinda like me these days.
Gerald Ortiz highlighted another killer sneaker release from the modern-day cobblers at Goods & Services, built from the ground up in their Los Angeles studio.
Reed Nelson plans to spend an irresponsible amount of time trying to figure out if he can add a magnetic bungee adjustment to all his hats, thanks to Greg Laboratory.
Reed Nelson said he needs to get his glasses a leash because he can’t keep living like this, constantly searching for his wayward glasses, a solution offered by Big Rock Candy Mountaineering.
Louis Cheslaw said Anglo-Italian has always been faultless with just-right cuts and beautiful textures, and their ideas take on color perfectly too.
Jordan Bowman notes that for those who missed out on the spoiled boys tee or bug me joint, Emily Dawn Long has a range of beautifully sun-faded shirts.
Gerald Ortiz reminds us that headphones are fashion, too, with this Aiaiai x Oklou release.
Louis Cheslaw has been pining for these Jeanerica jeans ever since colleagues styled them well.
Jordan Bowman said Acid Tortoise seems like an apt name for this Garret Leight colorway.
Jordan Bowman says Another Aspect is another great shirt, more like it.
Gerald Ortiz describes Jarod John Leonard’s latest collection as a British invasion of silk charmeuse, embroidered zip-up boots, and waxy flared jeans.
Gerald Ortiz notes that the only podcast that matters just released custom sunglasses from Throwing Fits x Sun Buddies, and it’s not behind a paywall.
Justine Clenquet also appears in this week’s roundup.
Michael Nolledo says the best hybrids don’t always come on four wheels, referring to this Dries Van Noten piece.
Reed Nelson would be recklessly pushing seasons with a jacket like this Faan piece.
Michael Nolledo says these Levi’s sold out with a quickness, but advises putting them in your vision board folder for future reference.
Michael Nolledo notes the Clarks Wallabees get a comfort update with a new EVA sole and removable footbed, making them lighter, cushier, and easier to rock.
Reed Nelson says this Old Joe piece has a jersey knit fabric you can feel through the screen.
Reed Nelson joked that Engineered Garments could have added a fifth plaid.
Reed Nelson calls The Landmark Project quite possibly the last public figure with a 100% approval rating.
Michael Nolledo says he just wants to document his little hikes, so he’s into these Meta Glasses.
Michael Nolledo says there’s a lot of talk about colors this summer, but not enough about madras, and Left Field delivers.
Jordan Bowman says these Buck Mason trousers are too big to fail.
Louis Cheslaw is unsure how this Lee x J.Crew hasn’t sold out yet, citing that lining.
Jordan Bowman says there’s a good chance he’s crossed the Rubicon into too many boat shoes territory with Meermin, while Michael Nolledo notes this collar is made for popping.
Jordan Bowman’s attention is captured by a deliberately distressed Prada shirt.
Gerald Ortiz describes CDLP as silky smooth but not delicate, lightweight but not flimsy, and basic but not basic.
Gerald Ortiz rhetorically asks how cute this Isabel Marant piece is.
Gerald Ortiz notes that GU’s next chapter is helmed by former Marni creative director Francesco Risso, and he’s excited to read it.
Jordan Bowman says it’s time to fire up the AllTrails app again, presumably for this Nike piece.
Reed Nelson says William Ellery is doing things with mesh that Lewis Haslam could never fathom.
Reed Nelson says he’d treat these Anglan pieces like an SSRI.
Michael Nolledo says Viberg just dropped a limited release collection of boots cut from horsebutt, which is fun to say and even more fun to flex.
Gerald Ortiz is happy the cadet cap is making a comeback, and Lou Equipment is part of it.
Jordan Bowman echoes Love Island UK contestants: “Yeah, that’s a bit of me,” referring to Celine.
Louis Cheslaw calls these Chamula pieces handmade and heirloom-grade.
Banana Republic is also on the list.
Jordan Bowman says he got his Moonstars on, but they look like sneakers, referencing Buck Mason.
Jordan Bowman is all-in on aviators, thanks to Chimi.
Old Joe also appears again in the roundup.
Gerald Ortiz says when old-school heritage meets new-age cool, you get this funky take on the classic boat shoe from Colbo x Sperry.
Jordan Bowman saw the brown bottle cap and immediately thought he could channel an M. Bison type of look with these Velardi pieces.
Gerald Ortiz says Satisfy’s gritty approach to running is the guiding light for other indie athletic brands, and this aged muscle tee is one reason why.
Gerald Ortiz notes that tomato season is here, in reference to Blacksmith.
Jordan Bowman says the Timex Marlin just got GMT-ified.
Reed Nelson says Lost & Found convinced Beams Plus to make the 2 Pleats Trouser with a longer inseam, and the results are fantastic.
Puma is also included.
Louis Cheslaw says, to the tune of AWOLNATION, “SALE!” referring to Carter Young.
Louis Cheslaw says we can’t wear flip flops every day, presumably also from Nike.
Gerald Ortiz asks if he’s sick in the head for thinking about outerwear in 90-degree heat, but admits Literary Sport is just that good.
Michael Nolledo says this A Kind of Guise shirt is bound to find beach.
Michael Nolledo says the first collab between these two greats, the Dr. Martens 1461 lace-up done up in primo leather with a double-stitched toe cap, is a standout.
Reed Nelson says they call these Royce Hill work pants because they work with everything.
With everything from statement outerwear to everyday essentials, this week’s menswear picks offer plenty of ways to refresh your wardrobe. Whether you’re ready for fall or still soaking up summer, there’s something here for every style.
