THIS IS ART

In an era of hype (and where a banana taped on a wall can go viral), the luxuriously pared-down styles in these pages are a timely reminder that less is often more.

Portrait of Tammy Strobel
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DIFFERENT PERSECTIVE

Update the classic combination of white shirt and grey trousers by swopping the shirt for a mock-neck, longsleeved top and opting for pants with a slightly fluid silhouette.

Silk top and trousers, from Dunhill. Leather boots, from Givenchy.
 
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HUNG UP ON DETAILS

Luxury is often about subtle surprises. The artsy lines in this ensemble look like deliberate wrinkles – but they are actually formed by setting small folds in the fabric during the production process.

Ermenegildo Zegna XXX wool shirt, nylon trousers and leather sneakers, from Ermenegildo Zegna.
 
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UP TO EARTH

A mix of subtle textures, courtesy of a linen jacket and a cashmere pullover, elevate an earthy palette.

Linen jacket, cashmere pullover and cotton trousers, from Loro Piana.
 
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FRESH FUSION

Spring/Summer’s bright, cheerful hues might not be groundbreaking – but creating an elegant contrast to them with a deep, autumnal brown comes close.

Cotton jacket and trousers, from Hermes.
 
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EASY LIVING

Comfort is an integral part of style. Luxuriously tactile fabrics these days can run the gamut from traditional cashmere (as in these trousers), to the technical fabric used for this turtleneck top.

Technical fabric top, cashmere flannel trousers and leather shoes, from Bottega Veneta.
 
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PERFECT BALANCE

Not new but definitely gaining in popularity, the shacket walks the fine line between a shirt and a jacket. It’s definitely a more stylish alternative to the shirt that’s tossed over a tee.

Nylon jacket, jersey top, cotton trousers and technical knit sneakers, from Fendi.
 
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NEW NEUTRALS

Cargo pants often get a bad rap for being sloppy. Done in a crisp cotton and paired with a structured top, this look is anything but.

Cotton shirt and trousers, from Salvatore Ferragamo.
 
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SUGAR RUSH

Bermuda shorts get a fashionable update this season, in a longer length, a billowy silhouette – and a playful candy-pink hue.

Cotton shirt and shorts, from Loewe. Leather sneakers, from Givenchy.
 

TEXT LYNETTE KOH  PHOTOGRAPHY DARREN CHANG  STYLING CK KOO  ART DIRECTION FAZLIE HASHIM

GROOMING ZOEL TEE, USING NARS AND KEVIN.MURPHY MODEL MIHA R./AVE MANAGEMENT