Trend Spotlight: ideas to inspire
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FRESH PRINTS
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
TROPICAL HEAT: BE CONFIDENT AND MIX MODERN HAWAIIAN PRINTS INTO YOUR OFF-DUTY OUTFITS
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
PLAID POWER: WHETHER SMART OR CASUAL, THIS IS A HARDWORKING AND ENDURINGLY STYLISH CHOICE
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
FINE PRINT: SUBDUED PATTERNS WILL GIVE A SMART-CASUAL OUTFIT A DISCERNING SPIN
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
Polka dots feel perfect for summer – wear with shorts or linen trousers for an elegant, dressed-down look
