The worst thing about Amazon is having to sort through the site’s seemingly unlimited bounty of buyable goods—especially when it comes to scouring the clothing section for men’s essentials. The best thing about Amazon is that it stocks every household item, electronic, impulse buy (water garden fish tank, anyone?), grooming product, menswear must-have, and so much more, all shipped to your front door. Your search for a plain white T-shirt will yield more than 200 results. Looking to buy a watch? You’ll have to scroll through 22 pages of options. So that’s why we’ve done some carpal tunnel–causing hunting for you, zeroing in on the best clothing, shoes, and accessories available that you should be wearing right now. Here are our picks for the finest men’s wardrobe essentials on Amazon, from of-the-moment running shoes to a denim trucker you can wear with everything.
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Adidas Samba sneakers
Alpha Industries MA-1 flight bomber jacket
Now all you need is a pair of washed-out blue jeans and aviator shades (both of, which, incidentally, are also on Amazon).
Timex Weekender watch
A great watch doesn’t need to double as flashy wrist candy—sometimes, its appeal comes down to good ol’ rugged simplicity.
Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer sunglasses
As untouchable and universal as sunglasses get.
Levi’s 501 original fit jeans
All-American jeans at an all-American price.
Dr. Martens 1462 3-eye shoe
There’s a whole of shoes out there beyond sneakers, and it begins right here.
Calvin Klein cotton classic multipack boxer briefs
The best skivvies in the business, according to us—and pretty much everyone else on the planet.
Dickies original 874 work pant
Skater kids, construction workers, and no-nonsense dads agree: Dickies makes a mean pair of pants. Even if you don’t fall into one of those groups, you need a pair, too—for every off-duty day that you’re not in jeans.
Lacoste short sleeve pique polo shirt
The flattering fit, the crisp pique cotton, the crocodile. You just can’t beat a fresh Lacoste polo.
New Balance 990v5 sneakers
New Balance has made a couple of minor tweaks to the iconic 990 over the years, but it still looks mostly the same as it did in ’82: plain gray suede uppers, with a sole chunky enough for fashion types and AARP members alike.
Boglioli K-Jacket suit
We’re not gonna verify this, but we’re pretty sure the ‘K’ stands for kickass.
Van Heusen Oxford shirt
The Oxford cloth button-down is an Ivy League favorite and certified menswear essential. Toss one on over a vintage tee and faded jeans or tie it together (heh) with a groovy paisley joint and proper trousers to go full hot professor.
Gildan crew T-shirts multipack
Do we even really need to explain why these tees are on this list? Fine, here.
Merrell Moab 2 mid waterproof hiking boot
Timberland 6-inch premium waterproof boot
Speaking of boots! The NYC-staple has long since stomped its way out of the five boroughs and into the closets of countless style-minded guys. Wear it with big, baggy jeans and a slouchy leather coat when the weather is “mad brick, bro”.
Hanes EcoSmart fleece zip-front hooded sweatshirt
It makes no difference whether you’re a die-hard pullover partisan or a zip-up zealot: they’re both good, and they’re both on Amazon.
Nike plus cushion socks (6-pack)
ASICS Gel-Kayano 14 shoes
You might not be running actual circles in these, but you will be lapping the stylistic competition.
Carhartt duck chore coat
Your dad probably has one you can steal—but if not, it’s still worth buying for yourself.
Levi’s “Barstow” western shirt
Cowboy up your denim collection.
Birdwell 311 nylon board shorts
Top-notch quality, classic looks—no wonder Birdwell’s been setting the standard in swim trunks for decades.
Cole Haan Pinch penny loafer
Penny loafers like these are so damn versatile they’ll give your sneakers a run for their money.
Bellroy slim wallet
Howlin’ Birth of the Cool sweater
An easy-going wool sweater can traverse pretty much any situation. Worn over a crisp button-up and tailored trousers, it can charm the in-laws at dinner; under a work jacket and over a pair of basketball shorts, it can tie together the outfit you threw together half-asleep.
Tellason Sheffield 16.5oz Kaihara raw selvedge denim jeans
Hermès Terre D’ Parfum spray
A year-round favorite that wears as well at work as it does on the weekend.
Red Wing Iron Ranger 6″ boot
The Iron Ranger isn’t just a quintessential part of Red Wing’s catalog—it’s the definitive boot in the workwear style book. Pair it with a stiff pair of Levi’s Shrink-to-Fits and a beefy chore coat and you’re ready to hit the woodshop.
Russell Athletic Dri-Power fleece pullover hoodie
Russell Athletic’s hoodies were good yesterday, are still good today, and will stay good every day after that, too.
Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers
Because even after all these years, it’s impossible to beat a classic pair of Chucks.
Casio A168WG-9 watch
Concerned a gold watch will feel too flashy on your wrist? Take this affordable ’80s icon out for a test drive.
Adidas Originals Beckenbauer track jacket
Your Lad era awaits!
Vans slip-on sneakers
Before Jeff Spicoli made the Vans slip-on iconic, SoCal kids were DIY-ing the checkerboard pattern onto their kicks themselves. What started out as a classroom trend eventually spawned one of the most legendary sneakers of all time.
Comfort Colors pocket tee
The softest, best-fitting tee you can buy for less than the price of a movie ticket.
Gold Toe 656 cotton crew athletic sock (6-pack)
Sometimes all it takes is a clean pair of white socks to take a fit from good to ‘gram-worthy.
Seiko 5 SNK793 automatic stainless steel watch
We defy you to find a watch more handsome and reliable for anywhere close to this price.
Merrell Hydro Moc water shoe
Essential? Debatable. Swervy? Irrefutable.
Carhartt watch cap
Everybody’s got these for a reason: you won’t find a better beanie for the price.
Blundstone Original 500 Chelsea boots
No matter the weather, Blundstone’s ultimate all-weather stomper will anchor your biggest fits—for less than two Benjamins, to, uh, boot.
Reebok Club C 85 sneaker
Wrangler Authentics heavyweight plaid fleece shirt
You really can’t go wrong with a big ol’ buffalo check flannel.
Clarks Wallabee oxford
Easing your way out of house shoes and slides? A pair of versatile, cloud-like Wallabees is the perfect transitional choice.
Dickies insulated “Eisenhower” front-zip jacket
Completely utilitarian, endlessly stylish.
Wrangler rugged wear denim jacket
When you can get one this good for under $50, there’s no excuse not to own a denim jacket.
Allen Edmonds “McAllister” wing tip shoes
Weddings, job interviews, court dates, date-dates—there will always be occasions that demand the unimpeachable polish of a classic pair of dress shoes. Hell, even on a regular old Tuesday wingtips like these will make you feel like a boss.
Smartwool 250 baselayer crew slim fit shirt
Warm up without bulking up.
