Trend Spotlight: ideas to inspire
Whether tropical inspired, graphic or simple – this season’s prints are sure to give your summer outfits a lift. Look to Prada, Brioni and Pringle of Scotland as your guide and you can’t go far wrong, says William Oliver
THE LOOK
Don’t try to tone down summer’s main trend. Go all out with matching shorts and tops, or opt for a statement piece paired with neutral tones to make an impact
EXOTIC VIBE
This full-on print will get you noticed for all the right reasons. Balance the look with muted chino shorts
CASUAL COOL
Blue Harbour espadrilles
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BEYOND THE PALE
Tonal prints are a great way to work the trend into your look. Pair this light-blue floral shirt with khaki trousers for relaxed summer style
THE LOOK
Traditional checks got an update this season, but this isn’t just a one-off trend. Plaid is a classic look that can be worn year after year, so make a clever investment buy and work the pattern into your down-time wardrobe
UNDERSTATED
A darker coloured micro-check suit is a great way of giving your office outfit a subtle twist without making too much of a statement in the boardroom
THROWBACK STYLE
Create an ‘all-American’ 50s-inspired look with an exploded plaid or retro-check sports jacket
IT TAKES TWO
M&S Collection leather loafers
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SQUARE ROUTE
Linen blazers were made for summer – they’re smart and cool in the heat – and this windowpane-check version is both on trend and timeless
THE LOOK
Subtly patterned shirts are a great way of referencing the trend without completely reworking your personal style
WELL SUITED
A shirt or T-shirt in a soft floral print is a simple way to add a summery touch to tailoring
Photography: Eric Frideen / Styling: Gianluca Longo / Grooming: Kota Suizu / Models: Dylan at Elite and Maxime at D1
GOOD GRAPHICS
Wear a geometric-print shirt with a blazer, rolled chinos and trainers for a sophisticated and modern casual office outfit
ON-DECK
Blue Harbour pumps
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SPOT ON
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