Throw on something more summer-appropriate
The evenings are getting warmer, which means there's no need to tote a heavy outer layer with you, when you leave the house. We suggest you do as Oliver Cheshire did at LCM this week, and invest in something lighter - such as a suede, tan jacket. The Seventies are happening in a big way in menswear right now, so this is one easy way conservative guys can jump on the trend without experimenting outside of their comfort zone.
Break up the black
Jim Chapman also got the suede jacket memo this week, wearing a tan iteration to the third day of LCM shows. Rather than just something to keep you warm, do as Jim does and treat your outer layer as something you can throw on to break up all-black ensembles.
Make your waistcoat the talking point
Rather than reach for the statement ties, try something different with your summer suits. A double-breasted waistcoat is a great way to bring a new focal point to your tailoring and breathe new life into your arsenal of suits. Let David Gandy and Jim Chapman's LCM attire be your guide. While Jim lays the bluebprint in an expertly fitted, black three-piece, Gandy's golden rule is this - keep all the tones similar and try a bolder pattern on the waistcoat.
If in doubt, keep it classic
Darren Kennedy and Jim Chapman were just two of the stylish guests in attendance at the dunhill and GQ Style party at Bourdon house earlier this week. While we could wax lyrical about their choice of shoe or tie, what really impressed us is the simplicity of their suits. Treat this as your reminder that your fail-safe navy (or grey) suit can look just as good as splashing your cash on trends.
Lighten up
Warmer weather means it's time to bring some neutrals into your daywear. While their are easy hacks to achieve this - a white pair of chinos, a grey cardigan, a tweed blazer - a real menswear master like Johannes Huebl will be able to work all three at the same time. Watch and learn, gentlemen.
