As you get back to
your desk after the long hot summer, make your presence known with some serious sartorial flair. GQ.co.uk fashion editor Nick Carvell talks us through getting your office style spot on
TRADITIONAL & TIMELESS
Even in a market that’s dominated by cropped and skinnier fits, the traditional suit will never go out of style. A great investment buy, it’ll get as many compliments now as in years to come, no matter how trends change
Versatile and effortlessly elegant, the
pin-stripe navy suit is an office-ready classic
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COOL & CONTEMPORARY
Modern tailored suits are a great office choice. Thinner lapels and trimmer cuts suggest a considered, on-trend attitude. They’re great for a range of body types, streamlining men who are swamped by a classic fit and giving shape to those with a squarer frame
A double-breasted officer-style
wool overcoat adds a classic
twist to a modish suit
TRUE BLUE
Want to really make
an impact? Team this
vibrant suit with a
contrasting red scarf
or tie to make a
statement
CLASSIC COLOUR
A navy suit is a timeless choice that can be worn across
the seasons, and for occasions from work to weddings
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SHARP ITALIAN STYLE
With a strong silhouette that defines the body, plus
subtle woven patterns in the fabric, Italian suits are
bang-on for the boardroom, or anywhere you need
to make a powerful first impression
Italian style is all about
adding ‘sprezzatura’, or a
certain nonchalance, to
your look. Try a tie or
pocket square in a
contrasting pattern
Photography: Coliena Rentmeester at Art Department / Styling: Niki Brodie / Grooming: Brent Lavett / Model: Tao Fernandez at New York Models
PLAY IT COOL
Wider lapels and a longer-length jacket are the identifying features of Italian tailoring, as is the material. Collezione uses fine wool, perfect for autumn and winter
BE BOLD
A patterned fabric is the archetype of
the Italian suit, and this fine check adds
a sense of style to a formal outfit