Your Summer Style Wishlist
When it comes to summer style, there are a handful of must-have garments for every guy.
Whether it’s an elegant night out celebrating with friends and family or an easy-going afternoon on the water, these are your go-to items to complete the perfect summer wardrobe.
The Floral-Patterned Shirt
This is a staple of your go-to outfit for all things summer: an afternoon in the park, a stroll down the boardwalk or drinks at your favorite rooftop bar.
Floral patterns range from small and subtle to big and bold, but they all signify the same thing - that summer has arrived and that you’re embracing the fun and color that comes with it.
A light colored floral shirt will shine the most when paired with darker solid-colored shorts. Likewise, your darker (black or navy-based) floral shirts will work best with light colored shorts (think tan, sand or light blue).
The All-Purpose Wedding Suit
The solid-colored notch lapel suit is the ideal catch-all choice for grooms, groomsmen and wedding guests alike.
We recommend solid mid-to-dark navy or mid-to-dark grey as the most versatile options, suitable for any and all summer wedding. Is the event dress formal? Cocktail attire? Dress casual? Destination? A solid navy suit will work across the board, allowing you to dress up (tie and pocket square) or down (open collar with loafers) to fit each specific dress code.
The Perfect White Tee
There are few shirts as important and ever-present in a man’s wardrobe as the plain white tee.
Far from being just a boring undergarment, a well-fitted white t-shirt can shine on its own with shorts, jeans or chinos, or as a classic cool look under a casual blazer or unbuttoned dress shirt.
The white tee is also a classic companion to harder-to-match pastel-colored cotton or linen shorts. What goes with baby blue shorts? Yellow shorts? Salmon pink shorts? The plain white tee is a “yes” every single time.
If you’re looking to mix things up, veering away from the standard crewneck will add a bit of interest to your white tee; try a v-neck or button henley style for a timelessly sharp look.
The Casual Suit
As a foil to the solid, more conservative all-purpose wedding suit, the casual suit is a perfect way to stand out for all kinds of less formal summer occasions.
Linen suits especially will allow you to expand your color palette to lighter and more interesting shades. Pastels and earth tones alike make for excellent casual linen suit options.
The linen suit is an ideal ensemble for an elegant night out or a backyard cocktail party. Collars can be open, sleeves can be rolled, ankles can be exposed and above all, you can have fun.
