DAYS OF SUMMER

SLIP INTO A VACATION STATE OF MIND WITH SOFT OUTLINES AND PASTEL HUES OF JOIE DE VIVRE.

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Coming Up Roses

Artistic director Kim Jones pays homage to Monsieur Dior’s love for roses with this suit in soft pink. A handcrafted necklace of interlocking discs complements it.

Dior Men cashmere twill suit, from Dior. Yellow gold necklace, from Niessing.

 
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Simply Perfect

Hermes’ deceptively simple, classic silhouettes belie the intensive craftsmanship Veronique Nichanian infuses into the collection. A perfect example is this unlined, light-as-a-feather, technically crinkled canvas blazer. Yes, it takes a lot of effort to look this effortless.

Canvas blazer and leather sandals, from Hermes. Cotton T-shirt, from Hugo. Cotton trousers, from Sandro.
 
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Italian Ease

Bottega Veneta has turned the concept of minimalism into an art form, thanks to  its new creative director Daniel Lee, who takes over from Tomas Maier. If this classic-witha-twist tan suit is any indication, the storied brand is in good hands.

Wool suit, from Bottega Veneta. Cotton shirt, from Hermes. Leather sneakers, from Tod’s. Acetate sunglasses, from Prada.
 
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Everyday Artistry

Ermenegildo Zegna’s technical prowess is indisputable, but Alessandro Sartori takes it beyond mere technique, creating a collection suffused with artistry.

Ermenegildo Zegna Couture suede jacket and cotton-linen trousers, from Ermenegildo Zegna. Metal sunglasses, from Bally. Leather bracelet, from Hermes.
 
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Soft Power

There may not be many Swiss luxury fashion brands, but Bally doesn’t take its mantle as one of the best lightly. Here, it sculpts a buttery-soft leather parka out of naplak, a prestige variant of patent leather with a softer, more understated gleam.

Leather parka and sneakers, from Bally. Cashmere blazer, from Ermenegildo Zegna.  Cashmere-silk sweater and stretch-cotton trousers, from Loro Piana.
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Creative Play

Z Zegna, Italian luxury house Ermenegildo Zegna’s sportier, more technologically innovative line, is famous for its clever, machinewashable Techmerino Wash&Go suit. This season, a softly structured bomber jacket and paperthin nylon leggings make a compelling case for upgrading your play wear.

Cotton jacket, cotton-canvas shorts, nylon leggings and leather sneakers, from Z Zegna. Leather bag, from Hermes.
 

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