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Mr Porter has teamed up with cycling brand Rapha to create a three jersey capsule collection. It is a continuation of the luxury menswear sites 'Health in Mind' initiative to promote physical and mental wellbeing among men.
All three jerseys carry the initiatives familiar green colour. It can be seen with a bold geometric front panel or as a subtle band on the upper arm.
The collection is a celebration of how sport can bring men together and increase mental positivity. All net profits from the jerseys sold will be donated to the Mr Porter Health in Mind Fund powered by Movember.
I’ve cycled every day for more than 30 years and the main reason I have kept riding is that it keeps me centred and grounded, helping me make sense of the world and the challenges that are thrown at me. Cycling really is the best form of daily therapy for me, which is why I am so passionate about getting more people on bikes.
Simon Mottram, Rapha Founder
Available from Mr Porter
You may be forgiven for thinking that with everything going on in the world, that the fashion world might be taking a break. But, this industry never sleeps. Catwalk shows have been replaced with Zoom presentations and the conveyor belt of menswear trends continues to roll into production.
Thankfully for spring-summer trends in 2020, we can look back to pre-COVID shows for our inspiration. As with all fashion shows though, there are looks for street style aficionados or magazine editors and there are looks for the everyday man. I'm not sure those reading these pages will be too impressed with us recommending sheer tops and leather trousers from the likes of Saint Lauren or Dior.
This list of menswear trends is fresh from the catwalk, but we feel you can seamlessly integrate them into your current wardrobe. Our picks also include trends that we foresee hanging around longer so that you aren't replacing them in three months.
This trend is about matching the top and bottom in the same print symmetrically or asymmetrically. If you are lucky enough to get away this year then effortlessly embrace this trend with matching swim shorts and a shirt.
We know bold floral patterns might not be for the faint-hearted. So, other incarnations in the shows we saw included matching jogging shorts and sweatshirts. But, this trend can be as simple you want it to be, even just matching plain coloured shorts with the same t-shirt. It's about how it works best with your current wardrobe and style preference.
There was a utilitarian theme running through a range of shows. It is a twist on the military trends of the past few seasons and involves pockets, a lot of pockets.
If you don't want to go head-long into the utilitarian trend by rocking a boiler suit the cargo pant is your soft entry. We recommend going for a relaxed feel by wearing with super soft sweaters or a colour block knit.
The copious amounts of open collar shirts for men show no signs of waning in these warmer months. Whether it be floral Hawaiian shirts or colour-blocked bowling shirts this movement is everywhere from designer to the high street.
A camp collar refers to the one-piece collar with pointed peaks normally found on short-sleeve shirts. There is no structure and the collar sits flat on the shirt itself.
With so many options on the market for men, you can easily work this into a range of looks. Pair a printed shirt with jeans for a rock n roll style feel or with chinos for something smarter casual.
No longer the uniform of London bankers and imperious rich financial figures on the big screen a-la Gordon Gecko. The pinstripe is having a resurgence. With designers playing with the fit and normalised styles of suits, it seems only appropriate to modernise the traditionalist pinstripe.
In the menswear shows the stripe was manipulated by being included in wraparound jackets or by simply including a squiggly instead of straight pinstripe. We would still throw out some caution when looking at the pinstripe suit. An alternative is to introduce pinstripes in the bottom or top half of your outfit alone.
Surprising to see, there were a lot of autumnal colours being used. A juxtaposition to the softer shades we are accustomed to in spring-summer shows. The autumn colours took the forms of burgundy and warm oranges.
This should be fairly straightforward to introduce into your summer wardrobe. The likes of Etro and Canali used it through their suiting. But, there were knits and transitional jackets also bearing this trend. These autumn tones can be great for layering pieces so when the inevitable change in weather happens, be prepared with this on-trend colour palette.
A double-breasted blazer might be the opposite of what you want to wear on a warmer day in summer. But, at the menswear shows, we saw a trend for a softer double-breasted.
Sitting more off-centre, the buttons are different from your more typical double-breasted wrap. The result is a boxier silhouette which allows more movement and aeration. This makes it a better fit for summer than the other double-breasted jackets in your wardrobe.
A natural partner to the softer double-breasted suit jacket is its matching trousers. But, the more style confident among you might want to see how a looser fit trouser in a complimenting colour would look.
It has been one hell of a rollercoaster ride for the hoodie. This menswear staple has been lauded and maligned in equal measure throughout its history. From its humble beginnings in sportswear to its absorption by the urban scene of the early '90s, the hoodie has risen to become a daily staple in many a man's wardrobes.
Recently, its latest meteoric rise has been due to the global appeal of streetwear. This is a nod to the history of the garment with its early global fashion popularity being with skateboarders, graffiti artists and hip-hop stars. It was these sub-cultures that saw the hoodie marked with the moniker of being the garment of the disenfranchised youth. With this came connotations of anti-social behaviour and crime. Streetwear has elevated the hoodie though. It has focused on more higher-end fabrics and worked with the fit to modernise whilst remaining true to its roots.
The hoodie is not only for men looking to embrace streetwear or street-luxe trends. This is only the latest iteration of a menswear staple. Its versatility and comfort mean it is a core piece for both designer and high street brands alike. Depending on your budget, you can shop hoodies in
fabrics such as cotton, merino wool or even cashmere.
A greater focus on fabrics and fits has meant the hoodie is more popular than ever. It is functional enough to be worn within a casual weekend environment, but can also be lifted into the cycle of work outfits worn to the office. From TV binges to date nights, the hoodie has the versatility to be seamlessly transitioned into a range of smart or casual looks.
Now it is so popular again, where do you go to get the best hoodies around? This article will bring you our top picks from brands at both ends of the price scale.
If you are looking to upgrade the slouchy top you wear to watch Netflix or add a different dimension to a typical office look, then the list below is for you. We bring you the best hoodies for you to buy no matter your budget or style taste.
Our high street picks as you can imagine are more trend-led than their counterparts. In order to get to the price they do you will see the mix of cotton reduce. But, there is still incredible value for money in the choices available.
The purveyors of luxury basics. A UK brand, Sunspel is a stickler for the details when it comes to their garments. Their hoodies are made from loopback cotton, originally derived to wick away sweat in sporting apparel. Sunspel uses it in their hoodies to trap warmth inside.
Reiss recently launched a new range of leisurewear which is perfect for those working from home. Break free from your threadbare jogging bottoms and discover a luxurious take on comfortable style. Coming in a cotton-cashmere mix, this hoodie is a timeless classic.
Get yourself a piece of Parisian chic with French brand Officine Generale. This hoodie come with flatlock stitching details and a herringbone tape drawstring hood. Perfect within a casual weekend look.
For affordable clothing, it would be very hard not to include H&M on any list. We've gone bang-on the '90's trend with this Playstation hoodie in Pink.
BBC was pushing luxury streetwear garments long before the current surge in mass appeal. Founded by Pharrell Williams and Bathing Ape founder NIGO, this brand has skateboard culture at its heart. This comfortable fit loopback cotton hoodie is a new drop.
Another stalwart of the high street, Zara have updated the hoodie design with a zip pocket and contrast yellow panels. This loose-fitting hoodie has a high neckline and adjustable hood.
As the name suggests this brand is all about that casual weekend vibe. Crafting a minimalist ethos from their high-quality made clothing, they epitomise laidback style. Back don't let the relaxed aura fool you. This super-comfy luxe hoodie has the familiar quality of loopback cotton and is exclusive to Mr Porter.
If you are looking for value, then this 100% cotton hoodie from Topman is for you. With an LA motif on the front and back, this classic fit hoodie comes in a fantastic sage green colour.
Patagonia prides itself on the quality of the cotton that goes into its clothing. Their 100% organic cotton has the highest organic standard for supporting the animals and the farmers.
Introducing your new favourite sunglasses brand.
In this current situation, we are all looking to brighter days. We mean this metaphorically, but also nothing beats the end of lockdown like a well-deserved beer in the sun. Which means there has never been a better time to start your search for this summers perfect sunglasses. There is a lot of lost pub time to make up for.
The fundamentals when it comes to shopping for sunglasses is first understanding what your face shape is. Once you know whether you have an oblong, or square face, for example, you can filter your selection down to the right frames.
Spending all your 'hard-earned' furlough money on a pair of pricey designer sunglasses might not seem like the best idea right now. But, there are other brands out there that can deliver on price, quality and have a social conscience at the same time.
This is where Bloobloom steps forward. With a range of spectacles and sunglasses, they pride themselves on the value of their direct-to-consumer model.
Made from Italian acetate, with lightweight stainless steel, an anti-scratch coating makes them robust enough to withstand the vigour of daily life. The frames are handcrafted in a 50-stage (yes 50-stage!) process culminating in 3 days of hand-polishing and wood-tumbling.
One of our favourites is the Parisian model. It comes in a stunning midnight blue colour that is unlike others we have seen on the market currently. But, don't be swayed by the design alone. Skin cancer can form around the eyes in 10% of all cases, so protection via SPF and using the correct eyewear is key. Bloobloom sunglasses come with 100% UV protection.
For those men looking for more of a social conscience approach from their brands - every frame purchased sees Bloobloom give a pair to someone in need through their non-profit partner.
The brand is transparent on its pricing and the costs that go into producing their frames. Removing the costly markups that are prevalent throughout the sunglasses industry the saving is passed onto the customer.
Find out more at bloobloom.com
A navy blue suit is essential to any stylish man's wardrobe. As a versatile colour, blue can be matched with many other colours and patterns, so it is a firm favourite for men getting married. With some clever tips and tricks, it is a suit that will serve men well in or out of the office
The darker navy blue is a timeless classic, but don't be afraid to look at different hues and materials for your suit to keep it fresh. We have many stylish men wearing different blue suits in our gallery further on.
The versatility of a blue suit can also be its downfall. Because you aren't limited to choice, there is more room for error. Men will either play it safe (which is fine) or try to push the boundaries and fail miserably. In this article, we will run you through the key points to consider when wearing a blue suit and how to style it for different occasions.
Ok, you can push the boat out with a light blue or light pink shirt. But a simple, crisp white shirt is a failsafe option to wear with a navy suit.
As we are always re-enforcing, fit is everything. This is half the battle for men when buying clothes. If the fit is right, it will be easier to match it with footwear or accessories.
Contrary to popular opinion, there is no right or wrong answer to the shoe colour debate. If you are wearing a darker shade of blue, then black can work. Lighter blues are better suited to browns.
A cheap suit is going to look just that, cheap. Pay attention to the finer details; the material, fit and construction will improve if you spend a bit more money on your suit.
Trends are temporary, and style is permanent. Focusing on classic style and materials will give you more bang for your buck. If you are investing in a quality blue suit, you don't want to replace it once the trends have changed.
Allow your accessories to be the impact. When you have a simple coloured shirt like white. It means you can complement it with a bolder colour or pattern within your tie.
We have brought together our favourites to help with the myriad of colour and pattern options available when wearing a navy blue suit. From the more conservative white dress shirt to the casual look of trainers, there will be a combination that will work with your own personal style.
This is the bread and butter for wearing a blue suit. White and blue are a perfect match and solid foundations for adding any extra colours. Introduce bolder patterns and colours in your tie or pocket square, knowing the groundwork has been laid.
There is no longer disdain amongst men when it comes to the colour pink. It's said that real men wear pink, and whoever said this must have seen it worn with a navy blue suit. A light pink shirt with a blue suit is a great way to introduce red through your accessories.
Want a more Parisian-inspired look, then pick up a Breton top. The Breton top is quintessentially French because it is worn by their navy but is now a staple in any stylish man's wardrobe. The stripes combine perfectly with the blue suit; just try and keep the blue shades as similar as possible.
Like the idea of not wearing a shirt with your suit but finding a t-shirt a step too far? Then a polo shirt could be the ideal middle ground. As it has a collar, it retains an element of formality, but the overall look of the suit and polo shirt is more relaxed than a suit and dress shirt.
As with a t-shirt or polo shirt, you make the blue suit look smart and casual. Dependent on the knitwear style, you will move the outfit towards smart or casual. A merino or cashmere roll neck creates an excellent silhouette with a suit and is more formal, whereby a simple crew leans toward casual.
We are big fans of this look, especially for warmer months when you want to remove the restrictive shirt from your daily outfits. A crisp white t-shirt will complement lighter hues of blue, and you can try greys or even black for darker shades.
Adding trainers to your ensemble when wearing a blue suit can be a great way to remove some of the suit's formal nature. Relaxed offices or a date night are perfect for introducing this outfit. Our go-to is the plain white trainer, but if you feel confident, look at a wider selection of footwear choices.
Whether within your tie or a pocket square, a blue suit with red accessories can be a winning combination. It can be a nice alternative to the safe colours men often fall back to, and we recommend partnering with a blue shirt. The firm base of a blue suit and blue shirt will absorb the boldness of red nicely.
Although we don't see many options when we are shopping, there are a host of different dress shirt collars for men available. Your limited awareness could be because many well-known fashion brands stick to a very narrow range of shirt collars. They, as you can imagine cater for the masses, only introducing other types of collars when they enter popular culture. For example, TV shows like Boardwalk Empire and Peaky Blinders saw demand for pin collar or tie bar collar shirts rise.
The most popular dress shirt collar we see in stores is the spread collar. It is the 'catch-all' of shirt collars. It is very unobtrusive, it suits nearly all face shapes and is most peoples standard entry into wearing dress shirts. But, if you are looking to develop your sartorial nouse and explore the wider range of shirt collars then you have come to the right place.
In this guide, we will hopefully answer some of your questions around shirt collars. You'll learn how different styles suit different face shapes, and on what occasion to wear a certain collar.
Originally a shirt collar as we perceive it would have been a large piece of fabric (probably linen) loosely worn around the neck in the 16th century. As tastes changed the collars became more elaborate with ruffles and ornamental jewellery added.
Leading into the Victorian age, the more familiar dress shirt collar was worn. Its tall height was starched rigid. and sold separately to the shirt. The collar was attached with a pin on the front of the neck.
The shape of this detachable collar was nearly always rounded and is where our modern-day club collar originates from. Post-war in the 1920's we do see the pointed shirt collar becoming more popular, and we start to see collars being sold attached to the shirt. It is also the period where we see the introduction of softer fabrics as men embrace a slightly more relaxed 'day shirt'. This new wave of dress shirt fabrics and less-conservative view of the shirt collar allowed men to embrace different collar styles. One of those was the originally scorned button-down collar that was being worn in America at the time.
Fast-forward to present day and we have an eclectic mix of shirt collars that can align with your style or occasion. But, are they all right for you?
Like your face shape making a good haircut look bad, the same can be said for collar styles. Below are some tips on matching your shirt collar with your face shape.
Round face shape - What you don't want to do is make your face look wider. The worst shirt collar you could choose would be a spread collar for this. We recommend a forward point collar.
Oval face shape - As you have a long face then a spread collar would be a good choice to open up the neckline. This style applies to men with tall or thin necks.
Square face shape - As it suits most faces we would opt for a button-down collar. Made famous by American Ivy Leaguers it is still a great, versatile shirt collar.
The vanilla of men's shirt collars is the spread collar. As mentioned before, it is the style you will see most presented in shops and online. A neutral collar, it neither breaks any style boundaries but also doesn't look to formalised and stuffy.
If it is your choice, take note of the width of the spread as it were and wear with a wider tie knot. A spread collar can sit nicely on the edge of your suit jacket but in its style can leave space in between. We recommend a Windsor or half-Windsor tie knot. There is, of course, the Windsor spread collar that partners perfectly with the said knot.
What is a semi-spread collar
Generally speaking, if the distance between the collar points is 4", then, in theory, this is a semi-spread. The normal collar point distance for a spread collar is 5-6".
Also known as the forward point collar or the straight collar, it is a sartorial step-up from the spread collar. It is a versatile classic that will look nice worn with or without a tie.
Understandably, the point collar gets its name from the pointed collar tips. Unlike the spread collar, the overall style is more narrow so can adapt to a thinner tie knot. The collar won't sit nicely on the suit jacket lapels like with a spread collar, so make sure the shirt is a good fit on the chest.
Brought to the general public’s eye by the American Brooks Brothers family, the style had originally been a mainstay of polo players shirts. It helped to keep the players' shirt collars in place, so they remained to look smart throughout the match. John E.Brooks of the aforementioned family witnessed the shirts while attending a match on a trip to England in 1896. The Brook Brothers started making the button-down shirt collar and it was picked up by the students of Ivy League colleges across America.
This firm American favourite still has an air of preppy style to it, while remaining a great choice for men looking to be smart but not wear a tie. The buttons sit either on show or can be hidden beneath the collar. Either way, it will keep the shirt collar nicely in place.
Why not bring a button-down collar into the mix when it comes to your more casual men's shirts. The button-down collar can look great in materials like broadcloth, flannel, linen, or denim. It could become your perfect business-casual shirt worn with a blazer and jeans.
This shirt collar takes the spread collar to new heights. Its full name is the cutaway spread collar but it is generally referred to as the cutaway. It takes the idea of the Windsor spread and cuts the collar points away further. The wider spread sees the collar sit at a 45-degree angle.
As you can imagine, like with the spread collar, there is a need for a larger tie knot. Due to the sizeable gap in collar points, it might be a good time to start expanding your knowledge of tie knots to see which you prefer to do the job.
Want to take it even further? Then the extreme cutaway collar sees the shirt collar points completely horizontal.
This is our most formal shirt collar on the list. We reserve this for formal occasions like a white tie event. The wing collar has small collar tips that stand up and direct outwards like the wings of a bird.
A wing collar is not to be worn traditionally with a tie. Men should only be wearing a bow tie as a partner for this collar.
It is said that Eton college in England created the club collar by curving the originally pointed dress shirt collar. It was to differentiate Eton students from those of other private colleges.
Men who find their style inspiration from TV shows like Boardwalk Empire would notice the club collar as a staple in Nucky Thompson's wardrobe.
Due to the history of the collar, it has a notable vintage style to it and not one that all men will instantly be drawn to. If it doesn't fit in with your general style choices, this could feel a little forced. We recommend leaving this to the style experts if you are unsure.
Like a lot of the older collar styles, it offers a narrow gap for the tie and requires a small tie knot.
By habit, I have always referred to this style as the grandad collar. Other names can include band collar or even Mandarin/Mao collar. In essence, it is the shirt with no collar, leaving the band.
As style perceptions change, what would have been faux-pas in times gone, is now an acceptable smart choice. The smart dress shirt is still there, just without the collar. So, it can happily replace your typical work dress shirt and still be effective. It is a great choice in the warmer months as you want to remove the restrictive collar to keep cool.
Do we even have to mention this is to be worn without a tie?
This is a double-pronged dress shirt collar. The tab fastens both collar leafs together at the point of the first shirt button. This ensures that the collar stays tight, while also raising the tie knot up.
On the outside, to the untrained eye, this might look like your typical forward point collar. So, if that is the collar you are most comfortable wearing, the tab collar will add some sartorial brownie points without pushing you out of your comfort zone.
A tab collar can only be worn with a tie.
The pin collar is like an alternative version of the tab collar. Whereby the tab collar uses a 'tab' to keep the collar tight, this is replaced with a collar pin. We saw this become more mainstream when the likes of Boardwalk Empire were on TV. As a result, more men felt socially accepted to wear this collar. These days, it will suit a man who is known to embrace the sprezzatura style of menswear, as all eyes will be on his collar.
When you wear a tie with a pin collar, the tie sits on the pin, elevating both the tie and your sartorial stature.
As dress shirt collars can come in many names and styles we hope this article has helped you approach the subject with more knowledge. The first step is to understand your face shape and what collar style is the best fit, then decide how far you want to take it. Remember, your shirt collar choices should fit nicely into your existing wardrobe. Take note of what you currently wear and consider whether a new collar will still abide by company dress rules for example.
If in doubt go for the more conservative approach if you are new to wearing dress shirts. Then as your confidence builds start experimenting with new collars and gauge the reaction. It might be as trends change, or your style evolves, different collar styles will take prevalence. Just embrace it.
