Three Laid-back Suits,
Three Ways

Chambray suit, $500 and linen henley, $98 by Bonobos

April 25, 2017

The suns out for longer these days and the temperatures are rising, but that doesn't mean you won't have reason to wear a suit now and again. Don't just throw on your average shirt and tie and lace up your everyday leather oxfords. Make the most of your spring suits by dressing for the season. That means pairing those lightweight jackets and trousers with equally cool shirts and shoes. Herewith, three different options (four, if you count the look above) that will work on just about anyone.

Relaxed and Casual

Taylor Stitch's softly tailored linen and wool stretch suit is the perfect style to throw on over a T-shirt (stripes always add a nice textural dimension). Finish this easygoing look with some monochromatic sneakers and a cool pair of shades.

Clockwise, from top left:

Telegraph wool/linen jacket, $248 by Taylor Stitch; Hemp/cotton T-shirt, $50 by Mollusk; Telegraph wool/linen pants, $138 by Taylor Stitch; Blonde tortoise sunglasses, ~~$159~~ / $129.98 by Pacifico Optical; Suede Gazelle sneakers, ~~$85~~ / $59.50 by Adidas

Island Vibes

You're already wearing a bold printed camp shirt this season (right?) so why not pair it with a suit for an outdoor occasion that calls for a jacket? At less formal events, you can even wear it half-buttoned over a tank top or lightweight tee for a more layered look. Keep the outfit in the aloha spirit by grounding the look with woven leather footwear.

Clockwise, from top left:

Brass cuff bracelet, $75 by Miansai; Italian stretch chino jacket, $298 and pants, $158 by J.Crew; Woven leather Ipanema slip-ons, $150 by Hudson London; Camp shirt, $90 by Stüssy

Continental Cool

This is a move you'll be seeing a lot of on red carpets and on other sharp-dressed guys this spring and summer. A knit polo under your suit makes for a sleek look with a touch of European insouciance. Since this is still more of a grown-up look, complete the outfit with a proper watch and some polished tassel loafers.

Clockwise, from top left:

Havana linen suit, $499 by Suitsupply; Brushed steel C40 watch, $1,050 by Uniform Wares; Knit polo, $59 by Suitsupply; Tassel loafers, $395 by Allen Edmonds

Three Laid-back Suits, Three Ways

Relaxed and Casual

Relaxed and Casual

Island Vibes

Island Vibes

Continental Cool

Continental Cool

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