The office look now embraces the most informal of fabrics. ShortList shows you how to mix business and casual
(Images: Amy Currell)
THE DENIM BLAZER (left)
With a nod to the looser silhouette that’s currently dominating menswear, a denim blazer has the formality of one in a traditional tailor’s cloth, but without the rigid and restrictive interlinings.
Blazer £349 by BOSS BLACK; 020-7554 5700
THE DENIM SHIRT(right)
A formal suit can be softened by replacing a stiff-collared-business shirt with a lightweight denim chambray version. Accessorise with a soft rather than structured tie.
Denim shirt with pocket £40 by THE DUFFER OF ST GEORGE; jdsports.co.uk
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THE DENIM JEAN (left)
Dress-down Fridays and slipping dress codes mean jeans are now a realistic option. Boss not convinced? A darker fabric and slimmer-fit might win them round.
Indigo ‘Spencer slim’ jeans £100 by WRANGLER; eu.wrangler.com
THE DENIM GILET (right)
With three-piece tailoring in favour, take the opportunity to flash a waistcoat in an unconventional contrast fabric such as denim. It’ll help to relax the overall silhouette.
Denim gilet £220 by OLIVER SPENCER; oliverspencer.co.uk
