SPRING STYLE
MEN’S WARDROBE MUST-HAVES
Our pick of the best new-season menswear has all the key pieces you need to refresh your wardrobe for spring
Sharpen your act
For work, rest or play, a tailored jacket is one of the hardest-working staples in a man’s wardrobe. Today, thanks to hybrid working, things have relaxed; never has it looked more stylish – or smart – to wear a blazer, like this sleek design by Charles Tyrwhitt, with a pair of beautifully cut chinos in a contrasting fabric. The key is to keep colours tonal and accessories traditional: a knitted tie or folded pocket square smartens things up instantly. If you’re going out for dinner, focus on fabric and colour. Ensure your blazer takes centre stage with a simple T-shirt in a luxe material. While a deconstructed style suits daytime, a more structured cut is better for evenings – it’ll make you look smarter and more sophisticated. And who doesn’t want that.
Get your shacket
Meet the shacket, a hybrid of a shirt and jacket that’s often checked and usually worn a tad oversized. Thicker than a shirt, but thinner than your heavy winter coat, it’s the perfect layering piece and can be worn throughout spring. Choose from this khaki utility shacket or the neutral cream shacket (or both). Right now, beat the chill when you’re working from home by wearing it instead of a cardigan. On milder days, throw it over a sweatshirt and jeans or chino shorts and leather loafers before you head out. Come summer, team with a white Supima cotton T-shirt and your favourite denim pieces for a low-effort look.
Button it
The polo shirt was come a long way since its conception as a more practical top for playing tennis in. It’s always been the smarter alternative to wearing a T-shirt but has generally stayed in its lane of casual classic. No longer: we’ve made a polo that holds its own in the city by switching up the usual piqué cotton for a refined knit. This makes for a finer finish, making the polo a viable alternative to a shirt for the office or a night out on the town. The super-soft knit comes in a sophisticated striped navy design, with a classic polo collar and buttons for those of a more retro disposition. All in all, the perfect top for when you can’t decide what to wear, day or night. Team with a pair of timeless shades (discover which sunglasses styles suit your face shape first) and slim-fit chinos for a polished finish.
Words: Dulcie Emerson
