It’s all too easy to fall back on a simple formula, a loose white heat-resistant T-shirt, cargo shorts and flip-flops especially in a place like Singapore, where the ever-rising heat already brings on its fair share of headaches and getting dressed can feel like a battle. The dilemma is always the same, do we dress for comfort or for style?
But this menswear season proves that you don’t have to choose. With breezy materials, loose silhouettes, and thoughtfully designed essentials, it becomes entirely possible to stay cool without compromising on style.
Essentials like button-ups and jackets arrive this season with a softer, more relaxed cut in silhouettes that feel as good as they look. From Studio Nicholson and Lemaire’s unstructured and loose jackets to Jacquemus’ breezy striped button-up, the shift is subtle but unmistakable. Footwear follows suit, with Prada introducing a pair of scrunched loafers that balance comfort and lightness, made for everyday wear in the heat.
Accessories, too, come into play, with bags from Our Legacy and Jil Sander arriving in boxy yet fluid shapes that complement the season’s relaxed mood. Then come the finishing touches, earrings and necklaces that lean distinctly summery, think Isabel Marant and Sophie Buhai’s beaded pieces.
So while the question of comfort versus style still lingers, Vogue Singapore offers a way through it, with a curation of menswear summer essentials designed for both below.
