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for shirting, has been shown through to studies to have so many
wonderful advantages as a material, and one of our favorite ones is
its comparison next to cotton. When it has been tested in similarity
with polyester and cotton, it comes through as stronger (perfect for
longevity in your clothing and household linens), and has better
moisture wicking and absorption properties (ideal for keeping
cool!). Bamboo is also much softer than cotton, as well as being
hypoallergenic and great for anyone who suffers from allergies. Wear
it under a blazer for a night out and dress-down Friday in the office,
or with your tailored shorts on holiday.
The Beige Chino
Durable, versatile and when cut right, super stylish, a neutral pair
of chinos make the ideal substitute to the wool trousers you wore
through the winter months. The key to finding the right pair that
won’t go out of style is all in the fit and build quality – they should sit
a little lower on the hip than a formal trouser, but maintain the same
taper slightly through the thigh, and finish just above the knee. A rise and length in the leg and tapering toward the ankle. Can be
solid pair in Navy or beige, will be a real wardrobe winner throughout easily packed and folded into hand luggage or a suitcase and look
the summer. The great part about creating your own tailored shorts good in a social or somewhat more formal setting.
is not only will the fit be ten times better, you have the liberty to
create subtle personalization on them, be it monogramming, trim
details, pockets, no pockets, side buckles or clasps or go all out
The above list is certainly not exhaustive, and the more adventurous
men will obviously want to go a bit wilder with variations, which
Gucci style and create a real statement piece. is also something that should be embraced for summer, but by
A seersucker blazer. are sure to be set for a very stylish summer.
curating your own, well-tailored base with the options above, you
Seersucker. Probably the most unsung hero of them all for the
summer months, has had a lot of bad press. When done right, it can
be extremely dapper and Sharp. Serving a real Dual purpose due to
the material woven in such a way that some threads bunch together,
giving the fabric a wrinkled appearance in places. This feature
causes the fabric to be mostly held away from the skin when worn,
facilitating heat dissipation and air circulation. It also means that
pressing is not necessary. Now, I caution all gents here, to ensure
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you avoid looking like you are wearing a costume, steer clear of the
Seersucker suit, and instead opt for the blazer in a thin light blue
stripe. Again, Cut and Fit is imperative here. Too baggy and it will
look, terrible. Too trim and it will take away from the natural fall of
the fabric. This style of jacket can be layered over a fine merino wool
sweater and button down oxford shit to give a fresh, preppy, Ralph
Lauren style look. Great for traveling through different climates
during the summer months.
The White Shirt
You’ll be hard pushed to find a man who doesn’t already own a white
shirt, but if you’re pulling together your first capsule wardrobe, it
might be time to invest in something a little more suited to summer.
Prioritize lightweight cotton or cotton-linen blend versions that will
help you stay looking sharp and feeling comfortable in the heat.
Bamboo Fabric, which we now have available in Ascots and Chapels
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