WHETHER IT’S A LAZY WEEK END OR JUST A QUICK SANITY BREAK IN THE MIDDLE OF A WORKDAY, WE COULD ALL DO WITH MORE QUIET MOMENTS TO OURSELVES. AND WHAT TO WEAR WHEN YOU’RE READY T O DOWNSHIFT AND CUT OUT ALL DISTRACTIONS? THE SEASON’S MOST RELAXED, MUTED HUES, OF COURSE .
WHETHER IT’S A LAZY WEEK END OR JUST A QUICK SANITY BREAK IN THE MIDDLE OF A WORKDAY, WE COULD ALL DO WITH MORE QUIET MOMENTS TO OURSELVES. AND WHAT TO WEAR WHEN YOU’RE READY T O DOWNSHIFT AND CUT OUT ALL DISTRACTIONS? THE SEASON’S MOST RELAXED, MUTED HUES, OF COURSE .
NOVEL CONCEPT
One of the latest green hideouts on our shores, The Summerhouse is a great place to have a farm-to-table meal, enjoy a drink or kick back with a book while basking in the sun. Smart but pulledtogether, these easy- wearing separates present as serene a picture as these surroundings.
Wool cardigan, wool- blend pullover and cotton shorts, from Brunello Cucinelli. Leather sneakers, from Tod’s. Metal sunglasses, from Givenchy. Cotton socks, stylist’s own.
AR TISANAL EDGE
With this much interesting detail, a neutral palette is anything but boring. Here, detachable pockets and a logo-bearing leather patch, respectively, give a shirt and a knit cardigan a bohemian touch.Cotton and leather jacket and cotton shirt, from Loewe. Cotton-blend pants, from Giorgio Armani. Leather sneakers, from Tod’s. Cotton socks, stylist’s own.
ONE TO WATCH
This timeless combination of tailoring and light, summery shades proves that loud prints and colours are not a prerequisite to being the centre of attention.
Cotton-blend jacket and cotton shirt, from Ermenegildo Zegna.
Metal sunglasses, from Dior Homme.
GENTLE FLOURISH
When the rest of your outfit is muted, small accents can make a major difference to your look. A light irregular pinstripe enlivens a pair of grey trousers, while a patterned scarf adds plenty of panache.Silk shirt, wool-blend trousers and silk scarf, from Salvatore Ferragamo.
ON THE GRID
Ready to disconnect?
In a lightweight fabric and casual print, the suit can easily see you through your leisure moments. And just for the heck of it, add socks in a right-now shade of light pink.
Cotton blazer, cotton shirt and cotton trousers, from Paul Smith.
Leather sneakers, from Tod’s. Metal sunglasses, from Dior Homme. Cotton socks, stylist’s own
TIME OUT
It’s not just athleisurestyle pieces like tailored track pants that fit into a variety of environments. Fluid suits like the one on this page also score high in versatility: It’s smart enough for the office, and cool enough for well, just about anywhere else.
Cotton-blend blazer, cotton-silk top and cotton-blend trousers, from Bottega Veneta.
Acrylic glasses, from Boss.
GREY MATTER
A vertical ribbed pattern and contrasting white edges give this knit polo top a distinctive look. Complete the look with elevated basics, such as sneakers and a backpack in leather.Cotton top, cotton blend trousers, and leather and canvas sneakers, from Valentino. Leather bag, from Loewe.
WRAP STAR
It’s not for everyone, but we stand by the scarf as a most functional accessory: It provides the wearer with extra cover when it’s chilly, gives plain-coloured outfits a splash of colour, and adds a jaunty edge to any ensemble.
Cotton-blend jacket and cotton scarf, from Hermes.
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