Summer FaShion
GET YOUR
SHADES ON!
Luxury Life International’s James W Phillips gives
you the fashion tips to keep you cool in the heat…
the more it will crumple. So wear it for short periods and
only once – wearing the same linen item twice in a row will
make you look like an old dishcloth – and hang it up
afterwards to allow as many of the creases as possible to
fall out.
A smart, lightweight shirt will always be the go-to for
me. Short sleeves are dated, unless done right – and they
will cause tan lines, so wear with caution. As your wardrobe
develops you might find it hard to throw away your old
favourites, but over time you will learn not to choose
anything that’s not on point.
A NOTE ABOUT SUNGLASSES, as here’s where you can slip
up considerably. Choose your shades to match your
ensemble. Aviators are not suited to everyone, and neither
are narrow glasses. Match your shades not only with your
clothing choices but also the shape of your face. But please
do leave at home your American trucker wraparound black
sunglasses; they really do not have any place in your
sunglass collection unless you are on the ski slopes, and
even then proceed with care. Be mindful too that
sunglasses can cause tan lines, so consider choosing narrow
frames for the sun.
SUMMER COCKTAIL EVENINGS can be chilly when the sun
goes down. So opt for a summer weight blazer, white jeans
and loafers, an open shirt and tasteful pocket square to
remain elegant but warm, or a blue sweater tied around
your neck over a crisp white shirt.
ACCESSORIES ARE IMPORTANT TOO, so a quality belt (not
the big flat square silver buckle variety!) tasteful watch, and
a bracelet will mark you out as a gentleman who thinks
about his look and his presence, and will grab the attention
of everyone. When you’re going places to be seen, make
sure you are seen as impeccable!
@james_w_phillips • www.luxurylifeinternational.com
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