Whether you bend them or break them, the conventional rules of suit-wearing are today best subverted for maximum impact.
PERFECT EQUILIBRIUM For those who could never decide whether they prefer a single-breasted jacket or a double-breasted one, Dior Men creative director Kim Jones solves that conundrum with this sleek hybrid.
Cotton-blend suit, and canvas and leather sneakers, from Dior Men.
A FINE BALANCE A masterfully hand-applied blend of hues creates a gradient effect that elevates the of-the-moment bumbag.
Wool suit, cashmere pullover and leather bag, from Hermes.
WINNING STYLE Hit a sartorial home run with a casual cotton suit that plays well with others – be they formal accessories or the casual add-ons shown here.
Polyester jacket, cotton suit, cotton tee and leather sneakers, from Boss.
MONOCHROMATIC MIX Play with polarity and punch up a smart black suit with the snowiest of sneakers.
Wool suit and leather sneakers, from Berluti. Cotton-blend shirt, from Valentino.
DETAIL ORIENTED The next step for luxe sneakers? Plenty of craft-oriented accents, such as the hand-stitched and textured details that are juxtaposed with sporty mesh in these sneakers.
Wool coat, from Z Zegna. Wool trousers and leather sneakers, from Ermenegildo Zegna XXX.
SIGN LANGUAGE Logomania will be sticking around for a while yet – accessories are a good way to get a (controlled) dose of a brand’s monogram.
Cotton-blend suit, cotton-blend sweatshirt and leather bag, from Valentino
TONAL EFFECT Brown isn’t the easiest colour to wear – add crisp white pieces to brighten up the look and keep a camel-coloured ensemble sharp.
Wool-blend suit, cotton shirt, cashmere pullover and leather sneakers, from Bottega Veneta.
TIME TO FLEX The suits of today are cut for ease of movement – reason enough, we think, to jump for joy.
Cotton-blend suit, cotton sweater and leather sneakers, from Polo Ralph Lauren.
TEXT LYNETTE KOH PHOTOGRAPHY DARREN CHANG STYLING C.K. KOO ART DIRECTION FAZLIE HASHIM STYLING ASSISTANT KELLY GOH GROOMING RIE MIURA MODEL HIRO/ AVE
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