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Like everything else, the cost of living crisis has also hit our clothes. Which makes everyday menswear brands you can wear all the time all the more important. We want bang for our buck. We also want banging clothes that will continue to bang months after purchase. And the best bit: you don't need deep pockets to get that sorta stuff.
We've covered affordable brands in the past. But this time around, we'll be showing off some of our fave pieces that you can wear every single day. From denim jackets for Route 66 trucker cosplay, to all-black hoodies that'll sit with most things, everything's around £100. So, if you're ballin' on a budget, you've come to the right place for a guide to the best everyday menswear brands.
Obviously, Carhartt WIP is world-renowned for its Austin Butler-approved Detroit Jacket. They're everywhere. But they also don't mess about with their backpacks either. The Kickflip and Philis are some of the workwear brand's most popular bags. That's because it works everywhere. Painted in their signature tan and black colour combo, it's crafted from recycled canvas that's water repellent, making them ideal for everyday wear.
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Every man needs a simple white tee in their wardrobe, and if you're not sure which one to buy, save yourself all of the hassle and grab one of Everlane's. Made from Global Organic Textile Standard-certified cotton (or GOTS, for short), you can layer absolutely anything on top of this and you'll get a sick new outfit every single time. It's also available in a range of other shades, too.
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Known for its utilitarian collections including gilets and dungarees, other signature Dickies products that should defo be on your radar include the Duck Canvas Carpenter Trousers and the Eagle Bend Cargo Trousers. Decked out with all the pockets that you'll ever need, these cool cargos are a seriously slick addition to any fit. They're also constructed from heavy stone-washed ripstop cotton, so they're pretty much built to last, which means good things for your bank balance.
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If you're obsessed with the Aimé Leon Dore aesthetic but you don't have Aimé Leon Dore bank, Les Deux is essentially an alternative that you'll actually be able to afford. From knitwear to shorts, it's got everything that you need. But the range that gets dudes gassed up the most is its overshirt collection, like the Joey Fleck and the Langley AOE.
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Even though Levi's has literally been around for almost two centuries, they're still surprisingly affordable. While you'd expect a storied brand like this to naturally up its costs over the years, they've somehow kept them on the low. The classic Trucker Jacket is a prime example of this. First released back in the ‘60s, your granddad probably had the exact same one. That said, we’re really vibing with the brand new corduroy versions.
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New Balance is obviously known for its red-hot sneaker game, but its clothing is also coming into its own. Heavily inspired by old-school Americana, sweatshirts like Core Crewneck look like something taken straight out of the Boston brand's archives. Even better, they're available in a bunch of other colour combos, and they're all made in the US of A.
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If you're looking for affordable pieces to add to your wardrobe, make sure you check out Nike's vast range. Over the past few decades, the American sportswear company has made a name for itself on the running track, but there's really no denying that it's a beast in the streetwear world as well. These Pullover Hoodies are essential for every single hypebeast out there. Pair it with some sweatpants and you've got yourself a timeless fit.
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Obey has got to be one of the oldest streetwear brands still going. Founded by Shepard Fairey all the way back in the ‘80s, it began as something of a small side project for the contemporary artist, but it’s now an imprint that's known worldwide. While it went through a pretty awkward phase around 2013, it's since outgrown its MSN era and it's found its bearings again.
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Uniqlo is home to some of the best budget apparel that a man can get, and that includes the Hybrid Down Coat and the Blocktech 3D Cut Parka. The latter is one of the Japanese company's most popular raincoat silhouettes, and gives gorpcore vibes without the gorpcore price. It's also available in a bunch of different shades, sizes, and fits, just in case you want to mix things up a bit.
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And finally, we have Vans. Known primarily as a skateboarding brand, over the years, the Anaheim-based label has made its way into the realms of streetwear, dropping unmissable graphic tees like the Down Time and the Cold One Calling that's part of the latest collection.
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