Another week has passed, bringing at least one bit of hopeful news: Based on new research, some experts are revising their opinions on staying home. While not recommending we go back to life as usual yet, they are suggesting it’s not such a bad idea to get out of the house—provided you maintain social distancing and take all the recommended precautions. Cities from New York to Oakland to Cincinnati have blocked off streets to provide more public spaces to safely stroll and, in much of the country, spring weather is in full bloom. So snag a few of this week’s breezy new threads, get yourself a mask or five and enjoy some fresh air.
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Tom Ford Polo Shirt
Image Credit: Browns With its terry-toweling fabric and Aperol spritz hue, this polo is summer in a shirt. Even if you aren’t leaving the house, Tom Ford’s shirt will bring a bit of Slim Aarons, jet-set swagger wherever you are.
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Maison Kitsuné ‘City’ Pants
Image Credit: East Dane Are these the perfect trousers for right now? They’ve got the versatility of denim and the comfort of a drawstring waist but with a tapered cut and pleated front that look respectable (sorry sweatpants). A win all around.
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Fendi ‘FF’ Embroidered Baseball Cap
Image Credit: Matches Fashion Still haven’t attempted a quarantine cut? While we admire your choice (a sensible one), chances are that your mane is getting pretty wild. Keep it under control with a luxe baseball hat like this one in khaki green canvas and buttery suede.
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Koio ‘Capri’ Turquoise Sneaker
Image Credit: Koio If you’ve fallen into a sartorial rut, a jolt of color can really shake things up. These sneakers, a sleek suede low-top in a monochromatic vivid blue, are an easy way to dip a toe—pardon the pun—into the world of brights. Just like that, your same-old uniform isn’t so same-y.
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Portuguese Flannel ‘Rayures’ Short Sleeve Shirt
Image Credit: East Dane Seersucker is a perennial warm weather staple, usually seen in pale blues or greens. This shirt offers a twist with stripes in sunny yellow. Lightweight enough to wear on the balmiest days, team it with a pair of white jeans and take your next socially-distanced stroll in style.
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Freemans Sporting Club Denim Chore Jacket
Image Credit: Freemans Sporting Club If you buy one piece of outerwear this season, make it a chore coat. This one in a lightweight bleached denim will make anything you throw it on top of, from plain tees to button ups, look infinitely cooler.
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PT 01 ‘Sonny’ Pleated Stretch-Cotton Pants
Image Credit: Moda Operandi OK, sure, you probably already own a pair of tan cotton pants. These may not look all that different but, trust us, Italian brand PT 01 cuts some of the best-fitting trousers on the market. Investing in an endlessly wearable pair like these will yield high style returns. At 30 percent off right now, they’re a very smart get.
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Alden Chukka Boot
Image Credit: Nordstrom Where to begin with the chukka boot’s many virtues? They’re casual without being sneakers and work with everything from suits to cargo pants. Alden’s are the ideal version: in velvety, unlined snuff suede with an exceptionally comfortable cork sole and an elegant almond toed silhouette.
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Kappa ‘222 Banda’ Track Jacket
Image Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue Kappa’s iconic silhouetted ladies may be one of the best logos out there, and their classic track jacket may be our favorite pieces of retro sportswear. This version ups the style ante with a mint green that is fresh in every sense.
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Cutler & Gross D-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
Image Credit: Mr. Porter British brand Cutler & Gross’s sculptural shades have been a favorite of stylish guys, from Michael Caine to Michael Fassbender, for over 40 years. This flat-topped pair nods to the current ’70s menswear revival, without veering into costume territory.
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Amiri Long-Sleeve Knit Polo
Image Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue Don’t be afraid of pink—pale shades, like this one, are pretty much universally flattering and so versatile they’re practically neutrals. Besides the color, we love this cotton-cashmere knit’s retro attitude. Wear it buttoned up like a shirt or tone it down by layering it like a cardigan. Either way, you’ll look suave.
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Frescobol Carioca Linen Sport Shorts
Image Credit: Moda Operandi Upgrade from the basketball shorts you’ve been lounging in and reach for this pair in a summery linen. With a drawstring waist and roomy legs, they won’t sacrifice any comfort. They will, however, look presentable outside the house.
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Moncler Tie Dye Polo
Image Credit: Need Supply This shirt injects the polo’s preppy associations with a healthy dose of funk, thanks to its tie-dye print. Because the tie-dye is in graphic stripes, it’s a nice balance between country club and Grateful Dead—a combo we could get very into.
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Want Les Essentials ‘Reagan’ Crossbody Pouch
Image Credit: Moda Operandi Crafted from hardy cotton canvas and trimmed with calfskin, this pouch is ideally sized for toting around hand sanitizer—the new go-everywhere essential. Plus, there’s plenty of room to throw in your sunglasses, an extra mask and other back pocket staples—keeping them all handy and handsomely secure.
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Visvim ‘Handyman’ Damaged Shirt
Image Credit: FWRD Every man needs at least one great denim shirt in his closet. Japanese brand Visim has a cult following for its renditions of such Americana classics. If you’re looking for the perfect denim shirt, your search stops here.
