While the temptation is all too real to follow in the footsteps of Elton John when it comes to sunglasses, even the whackiest of men’s style icons have a classic pair of wayfarers, aviators or clubmasters for lower-key moments. These are best done in black or rich tortoiseshell acetate, and can add a touch of luxe with gold or silver hardware (see Tom Ford Eyewear and Ray-Ban) or the subtle flex of a designer logo at the temples. Keep this with you whenever there’s the tease of sunshine on the forecast, and save those more statement cat eye and matrix shapes for bigger ‘fits.
Some jewellery
The best way to flesh out your ‘fits? With some almighty accessories, of course. Take a page from the style book of Mr Mescal amid others and edge-up new-season looks with a flash of metal, silver or gold atop your fingers or across your clavicle.
A shade-making baseball cap
Whether you’ve lost your go-to shades or you’re having a bad hair day, the power of the humble baseball cap knows no bounds. The humble headpiece has been known to help us style out a multitude of sartorial conundrums, all whilst adding a sporty, retro touch to off-duty ‘fits.
And finally…
A good selection of underwear and socks
Tom Ford famously said that you should change up all of your pants and socks every six months. Here are the socks and pants you should be changing to. The immense comfort of CDLP boxer briefs cannot be understated, while the tonal branding is subtle and sophisticated. For socks, you’ll struggle to find better quality at the same value as Bresciani’s.
What are the clothing essentials for a man in 2025?
While there are plenty in this long ol’ article to choose from, your true clothing essentials are simply the items you feel your best in — and those you reach for the most. Be it a classic pair of selvedge jeans or something a little more statement-making, when you’re dressing for yourself, you can’t put a foot wrong. That being said, you’re going to need a white T-shirt or two. You just are.
What is a capsule wardrobe?
A capsule wardrobe is one of those things that sounds excellent on paper but is often hard to execute. The concept of a capsule wardrobe is that you have a minimalistic selection of pieces that can be worn and re-worn in order to create cohesive outfits in different combinations that’ll never produce a dud. It’s also a win for sustainability… but sometimes a good sale is hard to resist. We’d suggest using the capsule concept to build out a reliable foundation of pieces, all the while allowing yourself some room for experimentation.
What should every man own in 2025?
Whilst we’ve already compiled a full list of projected trends for SS24, conceptual looks from the runway and the contents of your own wardrobe don’t always directly correlate. It’s for this reason that we’ve compiled a list of thirty-three key pieces that will survive the seasons and always pack a streetwise punch. You’re welcome and happy scrolling.
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