1. A madras pocket square will impart attitude into any summer ensemble. Just keep everything else simple and solid.
2. White flat front Chinos are classic and back. Pair with a plaid shirt and you’ll instantly be summer chic.
3. Avoid 100% linen as it wrinkles quickly and easily. Opt for a linen / cotton blend as it won’t wrinkle as much.
4. Give the sweaty leather watch a rest this season. Invest in a canvas or grosgrain ribbon band watch.
5. Leather belongs on your feet and not your face, so don’t forget the SPF! I suggest at least 30 in summer weather.
6. Nothing says summertime like white suede bucks. Be sure to watch the weather before wearing and avoid crowded bars.
7. Yes its hot, but you don’t have to smell sweaty. Wear a cool & crisp scent with subtle notes of citrus and grass.
8. Adding a deconstructed, unlined linen or cotton blazer will amp up any summer outfit. Try pairing with shorts.
9. Seersucker & summer go together like peanut butter and jelly. Invest in one & you’ll be ready for all those weddings.
10. Headed to an outdoor evening party? Bring a lightweight cable-knit v-neck pullover for those unexpected chills.
11. Wearing less leather and more canvas will instantly make you look season-appropriate.
12. Looking for an alternative to cotton this season? Bamboo is a soft & luxurious fabric that is great for these temps.
13. Going sockless this summer? Use a foot antiperspirant like Gold Bond Foot Spray to help fight sweat & bacteria.
14. It’s okay to be a bit crumpled and rugged this season. As long as you know how to do it so that you still look good.
15. SPF isn’t the only thing to help block the sun’s rays. Top off your look with a straw fedora. Ur head will thank u.
16. Must have 3 pair of sunglasses – Oakley’s for sports, aviators for work, plastic bold frames for sunny afternoons.
17. A durable canvas tote is perfect for a day at the beach or a night away. Avoid cream or white and opt for a zipper.
18. When ordering a drink, ask for cubed ice as opposed to crushed ice. It will melt slower thank crushed or shaved ice.
19. For a look that’s Trad and true, nothing is more spot-on than Bass loafers, oxford button-downs, and twill khakis.
20. When wearing all white don’t try to match the shades. Instead, make an effort to vary the textures and tones.
21. Love wearing black? Exchange it for gray in the summer months…a superlative alternative to the usual safety color.
22. OJ isn’t the only option for bubbly. Try a splash of pineapple and a slice strawberry and walah…heaven in a flute.
23. When summer suit shopping avoid padding or lining that might prevent your body from breathing. Try a unlined suit.
24. Be on the hunt for linen socks. Twice as strong cotton, it absorbs moisture well, wicking sweat away from your skin.
25. When ironing black or navy linen, turn the garment inside out. You’ll prevent that unsightly shine that we all hate.
26. When wearing a dress shirt, a gentleman always dons a white t-shirt, regardless of how warm it is outside.
27. Guys, pedicures aren’t just for women. If you’re uncomfortable getting one with her, locate a men’s grooming salon.
28. V-necks are great for the summer. Just make sure that the V doesn’t come down to your belly button.
29. A good khaki suit lasts a long time. A great khaki suit lasts a lifetime.
30. Drink lots of water, use sunscreen daily, don’t overdose on white, get a pedicure. Enjoy the summer!

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It’s still important to stick to a silhouette that complements your physique and a style that adds credibility to your expertise and clarifies your authority. Keep the most part of your ensemble somber but confidently play with sparing pops of color and layer with an interesting sport coat, like this Jersey Blazer.

Vintage Tuxedo Shirt from Martin + Osa ($79.50), Skinny Fit Trousers from Topman ($80), Jersey Blazer from Topman ($138),Perforated Penny Driver from Prada ($460) and Trooper Bag ($215) from J.Fold.

Whichever man you are, here’s a work-look to don for those of you in the creative field. Designers, writers, artists, photographers and those of you in-betweeners, here’s how to really look like you’re basking in artistic expression and professional acumen.

Broken-In-Button-Down from Martin + Osa ($59.50), Dylan In Boone, Slouch Tapered denim from J Brand($165), Classic Pointed Lace Ups from Topman ($76) and Rugged Twill Tote from Martin + Osa ($99.50).

Polo ($40), Cardigan ($50) and Shorts by Top Man. Bag ($298) by Marc by Marc Jacobs and Espadrille ($78) by Jeffrey Campbell.

Highlights of the line include, the Limited Edition v1.10 Kehinde Wiley boot, where only 302 unique pairs will be released and two Kehinde Wiley T-shirts.

Limited Edition v1.10 Kehinde Wiley boot

Kehinde Tee

Kehinde Puzzle Tee

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