5 Ways to wear tailored shorts
The ideal way to maintain your sartorial standards when the mercury rises, tailored shorts are an essential addition to any modern man’s high summer wardrobe.
Here we show you how to get the most mileage out of yours this season.
1. With A Blazer To The Office
Before pulling on a pair of shorts for a day at the office, ask yourself whether flashing the flesh is appropriate. If you’re in a client-facing role at a company with a notoriously strict dress code, for instance, clocking on in a pair of shorts – no matter how smart – might land you in hot water and leave your prudish co-workers feeling alienated (and ashamed they’ve been skipping leg day).
However, if you’re confident that baring your calves won’t lead to a meeting with HR, there are plenty of ways to smarten up shorts for work. Try combining with a neatly pressed shirt, expertly polished Derbies and a lightweight cotton or linen-blend blazer for an ensemble that is both sophisticated and office-appropriate.
In terms of colour, opt for neutral tones to keep the look classic and understated. After all, you’re already blazing a trail, so you don’t need to draw additional attention to your outfit by getting experimental with your palette.
