![]() ![]() On a three-button, the middle and perhaps the top. On a two-button jacket, do up the top one only. “Equally bad is doing up the bottom button on a jacket. Suit jackets need to remain – 99 per cent of the time – suit jackets. It’s about the cloth (which is too smooth) and the styling (which is too formal) but it all adds up to a mess. “Suit jackets just don’t work with jeans. Simon Crompton, Tailoring Expert And Founder Of Permanent Style Castaner Pablo Perforated-leather Espadrilles.Kin By John Lewis Contrast Trim Espadrilles Natural.Edward Green Chelsea Burnished-leather Oxford Shoes.George Cleverley Reuben Burnished-leather Oxford Brogues.When it comes to summer footwear, espadrilles are not only breathable, lightweight and practical in the heat, but also infinitely more sophisticated that a pair of flip-flops, whether you’re on the beach or pounding the city streets. A pair of quality leather brogues, Derbies or Oxfords is a must for men serious about style. British brand Mulo is one to look out for – especially their pleasingly coloured suede styles.” Fix ItĪs Paul notes, there’s little sense in investing in top-notch tailoring if your shoes are subpar. “For off-duty summer footwear, I’d recommend an espadrille – they look much more grown-up and are more robust. Not to mention the incessant flapping noise they make as you walk. But they have no place in a busy city – they’ll constantly be kicked off your feet by other commuters and you’ll end up with dirty soles and bruised toes. On holiday, I’m a committed flip-flop wearer. “Just as bad is bringing your beach shoes home. Tod’s, Church’s or Campanile should be your first ports of call. Bin them immediately, and invest in a pair of lace-up brogues or Derby shoes in quality leather. “I’m always incredulous at the number of guys I see who have clearly invested in a really great suit, only to let it down with scuffed up shoes – invariably with a pointed toe. Uniqlo Men Slim Fit Straight Stretch Selvedge Jeansĭamien Paul, Head Of Menswear At.Ted Baker T For Tall Dayton Regular Straight Jeans Rinse Denim.Officine Generale Slim-fit Washed-denim Jeans.Levis 501 Ct Jeans 501 Ct Slim-fit Jeans.Hackett Newburg Slim-fit Washed-denim Jeans.New Standard Regular-fit Dry Selvedge Denim Jeans Nudie Jeans Steady Eddie Regular-fit Organic Dry-denim Jeans.Acne Studios Town Slim-fit Stretch-denim Jeans.The same goes for your chinos and trouser collections. Instead, try a tapered slim cut or straight leg jeans for a roomier alternative that won’t cut off your circulation. If your legs are more tree trunk than twig-like, chances are skinny jeans won’t do you much justice. “With a looser pant being presented at a lot of spring/summer 2016 shows, the general move to a more relaxed skate-style trouser was strong so hopefully this time the ‘death of the skinny jean’ isn’t a false dawn. ![]() If you catch yourself thinking ‘I’ll just undo a couple of buttons when I sit at my desk’, they’re too tight. ![]() “Sadly, skinny jeans aren’t the male equivalent of Spanx. I don’t hate all skinny jeans – and I’m not suggesting everyone switches to a grey marl jogger – but it’s about dressing for your body shape. “Skinny jeans are a trend I thought might die out naturally, but unlike the indie explosion that brought it back, this one refuses to go away. Learn how to nail these and your style is sussed. Because if you’re guilty of these sartorial faux pas, wearing camo a season too late is the least of your worries. ![]() So, we tracked down some of the most stylish men in the industry for the mistakes they see men make on a daily basis, and wish that they could fix. Quiz designers on their definition and they’ll each spout something nebulous about dressing to be the essence of yourself which, while an attractive idea, is little help facing down a bulging wardrobe. Which is true, although ascertaining how to attain that timelessness is trickier. As the lauded late French designer Yves Saint Laurent put it: “Fashion fades, style is eternal”. But toying with trends is for nothing if you’re making more fundamental errors. ![]()
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