Work-appropriate
no longer simply means grey suits, white shirts and black shoes. With the rise of dot-com start-ups, the
creative industries and
flexible freelancing comes a
whole new set of dress codes.
Discover how to get your look
spot on, whatever the brief
THE CREATIVE SPACE
Treading a line between formal and relaxed is often
necessary in today’s creative workplace. It needn’t be
difficult to navigate, though – simply mix easy basics
with soft tailoring for an effortless look
A downtime outfit can be upgraded
easily with a refined blazer
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THE LAID-BACK WORKPLACE
In some offices, suits just aren’t the done thing – but casual doesn’t
have to mean scruffy. Invest in refined basics to showcase your personal style while still looking like you mean business
A versatile jacket like this grey Harrington
is a solid investment piece that will
work from spring to autumn
SUBTLE HIGHLIGHTS
Layering a white
T-shirt under a dark
knit is an easy way to
add a thought-out feel
to your outfit. It also
works well as a styling
trick to neaten up a
loose neckline
CLASSIC PALETTE
Monochrome dressing will give a relaxed look some
impact. Add personality with brown leather shoes
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SMART SUMMER STYLE
Getting your look right when the weather’s hot and
sticky can be tough, especially if you need to maintain
a level of formality. Opt for separates, looser cuts and
linen for a refined warm-weather wardrobe
Moving away from dark
tones immediately feels
more summer-appropriate.
Soft shades are also great
for reflecting the sun and
keeping you cool
Photography: John-Paul Pietrus / Styling: Gianluca Longo / Grooming: Amiee Hershan at Stella Creative / Models: John Halls at Next, Hugo Woddis at Supa
PLAY THE BLUES
Layer up different shades of
blue for a sophisticated take
on more informal separates
ADD VOLUME
Summer is a great time to play with proportions
and fit – looser-cut trousers and jackets can
help you stay relaxed in the heat