With the summer in all its glory, it now officially time to get down to the fun business; plan vacations, picnics, outings, hiking trips, and whatnot. In the US, where the sunshine is considered a reason to celebrate, you need to shed the layers that you’ve been wearing over the past months. But it absolutely does not mean that you cannot look stylish without all that layering.
Today, we will share the complete guide for men’s essentials that you need to own to rock the summer season. We’ll also tell you how to style them as well. Some of them can be easily found in your closet while for the others you’ll have to invest a bit. These clothing pieces and accessories will keep your style on point. You can pair them up with your staples or mix and match the items mentioned to create amazing looks. Keep on reading to find out more.
Hawaiian Shirt
With so many fashion comebacks from the 70s, 80s, and 90s, the Hawaiian shirt from the 80s has been ruling the fashion scene. It is going strong which is why it is our top recommendation for the men’s essentials list.
The shirt gives a laid-back, easy feel and the colorful prints look absolutely mesmerizing with the beach backdrop. It has been the go-to beach shirt and will always remain so. They are versatile and can be styled in multiple ways. Some include pairing them with classic denim or chino shorts. You can wear it over a plain t-shirt and keep the buttons open. Add a short-brimmed hat to mix as they look cool with the Hawaiian shirt.
Cropped Trousers
A new trend doing rounds this year is the cropped trousers. They look like formal pants but the hem that ends above the ankles gives you the perfect summer feel. The cropped look accentuated the shape of legs giving you an edgy yet stylish look.
They can be worn as a formal piece and as a casual outfit as well. Pair it with a linen Henley shirt or the Hawaiian shirt to make it ideal for sunny days. Style it with a cotton button-down or a plain t-shirt and don a casual blazer over it to stand out in an evening event.
Denim Shorts
A pair of denim shorts are a staple in every man’s closet since the beginning of time. The comfort of denim without the length makes it a favorite for all. Whatever style preference you may have; denim shorts are definitely a part of it.
Pair it with a classic plain or a graphic crewneck t-shirt; a crisp white button-down shirt will also look good with it. If colors are your thing, you can go for the summer palette colors as well. Whatever are your plans for the day, a well-fitting pair of denim shorts won’t let you compromise your style.
Cargo Pants
Introduced as one of the army essentials, the cargo pants made their way in mainstream fashion. Over time, they have been modified as per the contemporary trends, going from baggy look to being Bermuda shorts and now available in a more fitted silhouette. The fitted style still provides you flexibility in movement and does not restrict you in any way.
You can pull off cargo pants in multiple looks including the casual and smart casual look as well. Try the camouflage print cargo pants with basic jerzees polo shirts to have an easy-going look. Pair it with a button-down or a casual vest to rock the smart casual style.
A Sports Blazer
Besides all the outings and picnics, there are formal events and a lot of weddings that you might be invited to during the summer. An essential to keep close is a casual or a sports blazer so that you look sharp and on point even in the distressing heat.
To achieve a relaxed while refined look, go for a striped t-shirt underneath a pastel-colored blazer with white or same-colored trousers. Pick a similar colored shirt and a pair of pants you want to style in neutral tones and wear a dark-colored blazer over it for a night-out look.
Synthetic Blend T-Shirts
You may be thinking you have several t-shirts in your closet then why go for more. The synthetic blend t-shirts are made with a combination of cotton, polyester, nylon, and spandex. This type of t-shirt is lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking, and does not stick to the skin. This makes them an ideal choice for the summers.
The synthetic blends come in many designs, colors, and styles. You can choose either you want stripes, textured or plain ones, whatever suits your style. There are many brands out there that sell synthetic blends including Jerzees t-shirts, Bella+Canvas, and many others more.
There are over a hundred ways to style a t-shirt. You can wear it on its own or pair it with multiple garments to create a ton of looks that you can sport casually, formally, or just anywhere.
Birkenstocks
With fashion being revolutionized to this extent, if you are still skeptical whether men can sport the Birkenstocks then we assure you that they absolutely can. Birkenstocks are one of the most comfortable footwear ever so why should men stay deprived of comfort.
For day-to-day chores, casual outings, and picnics, Birkenstocks are an ideal option to opt for. You can wear them with pants and shorts as well.
Boat Shoes
The boat shoes are an evolved version of the loafers that have lace going around them to keep them fixed on the feet. Available in several designs to support different looks, the boat shoes will fit into your summer wardrobe essentials pretty effortlessly.
Boat shoes cannot be incorporated into formal looks. Having said that, let’s move onto how you can style them. You can wear them with chino shorts, denim shorts, and cotton or cropped trousers. Avoid formal-looking garments when you are going for boat shoes.
