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THE ESSENTIAL MIX
Get the Look: your how-to guide
They’re classic details in their own right, but put texture and pattern together and they really come to life. Think pared-back pieces rather
than clashing combinations for looks that are fashionable yet familiar, considered not contrived. Here’s how to
mix it up
BLAZER TRAIL
A perfectly cut blazer is every man’s go-to piece, with
checked, houndstooth and flecked-wool styles adding extra
verve to a look. Jackets with confident patterns or textures
are easy to slip into your existing wardrobe and will
coordinate well with both basics and statement pieces alike
TOP DOG
A top-to-toe tonal look will keep
contrasting patterns and textures in
check. This two-colour puppy-tooth
suit perfectly complements the navy tie
and pale blue shirt
IN THE BLACK
For a more conventional take, go for
dark blacks and charcoals – a fleck in
the blazer is all it needs
PLAIT DU JOUR
Plaited stretch belt
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A QUESTION OF SPORT
Casual classics can be employed to
break up the formality. Slip in a simple
grey marl sweatshirt to add an extra
sporty layer
KNIT HITS
Jumpers and cardigans are traditionally the home of texture in a
man’s sartorial armoury. There’s a world of different braids, shapes
and flecks to embrace, while knits are easily dressed up or down
depending on your mood
FROM THE BOTTOM UP
Top-half combos will be the easiest to
incorporate but crisp checked trousers are
equally effective contrasted with a dogtooth knit
MELANGING AROUND
Sporting pedigree and
standout style combine in an almost brushed-effect sweater that teams up well with a classic marl jogger
HIP TO BE SQUARE
It may be the base piece, but this cardigan is every bit as punchy as the pop-print shirt with its 3-D waffle texture
MATERIAL GAINS
Even when not overtly mixed up, the quality and nuances
of the fabrics you choose say just as much about your style
savviness. Honing in on subtle differences in tone and
texture is an easy way to add an extra dimension to even
the simplest of outfits
DEEP BLUE
Everyday essentials such as the polo shirt are given a new lease of life when cut in a cotton piqué woven with an array of vibrant blue shades
INSIDE JOB
Consider replacing your knit with a T-shirt as the weather warms up – a lighter layer also gives you another opportunity to play with pattern
