Dressing for events in the summer can pose quite the challenge. You want to look sharp, but you also want to be comfortable amidst the heat. It’s all about having a few key pieces, such as this lightweight check shirt from Rag & Bone.
Rag & Bone co-designer Marcus Wainwright recommends wearing the shirt with a pair of loose fitting shorts and tells SaksPOV, “They are timeless and look good worn with everything.” Where will Wainwright be wearing his? “I’ll spend [Fourth of July] with my family in Bridgehampton, drinking beer by the pool.” “Gingham checks look great in the summertime styled under a solid cotton or linen sport coat with bright colored denim or chinos. For an effortless look, you can pair this shirt back to a short, roll-up the sleeves and throw on a pair of boat shoes,” says Eric Jennings, Saks Fifth Avenue’s Vice President, Fashion Director for Men’s, Home and Gifts.
Dress it up with this cotton Herring Phillips blazer…
…and a pair of bold blue Kane slim-straight jeans from J Brand.
For a more relaxed setting, add flat-front shorts from Lacoste…
…and some Malory boat shoes from Diesel.
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