Looking for summer wear ideas

[David Ward]

Traditionally I've always had a wardrobe full of heavy, dark clothing, and I love the autumn and winter. I really suffered through the heat last summer though and vowed never again! The place of work leans toward smart casual so I've got a lot of wiggle room to dress for the summer with a bit of character. I'm almost thinking of leaning towards adventure type gear, like the magnoli adventurer shirt.

Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for possible outfits? Thanks!

 

[Anachronism]

lighter colors are better, also think about the fabric your clothing is made out of. Heavy wool suits are best saved for winter!

 

[David Ward]

lighter colors are better, also think about the fabric your clothing is made out of. Heavy wool suits are best saved for winter!

Absolutely! But I find the modern office 'uniform' (at least in these parts) of baggy, formless beige pants and a blue button down shirt to be a bit off-putting. I was wondering if anyone had any more stylish ideas for those hot summer afternoons!

 

[Doug C]

OH I don't know.. I usually lean toward a wide leg pant especially for summer, so khaki or linen or any other non-winter material BUT with that said I think current fashion is going for a fairly narrow leg this year - and it's a good look too IMHO especially when worn with nice shoes and NO socks. A thin simple belt would be cool too. I have several cotton chambray shirts that are great for the hot days and are very classic and simple. Also, a basic polo shirt but worn fitted if you can pull it off, looks great in the summer too. If your office is kept cold then keep a very thin solid cardigan on hand. I plan on getting some of the very classic Sperry top-sider deck shoes this year myself, the originals that supposedly go back to the 1930s, I used to wear them back in '82. Anyway, just some ideas to mull over.
-Doug C