Men, just because it’s summer doesn’t mean that you can’t wear a jacket. Pairing a lightweight blazer with shorts is a tried and true way to say, “I know it’s summer, but I still have style.”
There are a few more benefits to this dynamic wardrobe duo other than looking put together. First of all, you probably already have all the pieces to the outfit; every man should have a few pairs of shorts and at least one lightweight blazer. Secondly, a jacket is a great way to look fresh in the heat. If you are going to wear a single layer in the summer, you are going to sweat through it. A layer on top actually hides embarrassing sweat marks and keeps you looking chipper – even in sweltering heat.
There are a few ways to pull off the blazer/shorts combo:
Nick Wooster keeps it formal with a tie and pocket square.
A v-neck sweater over a patterned shirt lends a preppy, American feel that will make you look like you just stepped out of a Tommy Hilfiger ad into Nantucket.
Alas! Are those cargo shorts? Camo cargo shorts? Indeed they are. Don’t be so stuffy! Try this rough approach to boldly state, “I’m a man AND I care how I dress.”
