Tweed for now
The menswear classic respun.
HOW TO WEAR TWEED NOW
THE MENSWEAR CLASSIC RESPUN
• WORDS: L. HOLMES
Originating in Scotland in the nineteenth century, today Tweed is still a fabric that a style-conscious man automatically turns to when there’s a decided nip in the air.
Slim cut, lightweight and breathable, our newest tweeds are perfect for work.
WHAT ABOUT COLOURED TWEED – HOW EASY IS IT TO PULL OFF?
Coloured tweeds are so easy to wear in your day-to-day life, that you’ll end up wondering why it’s taken you so long to get on board. For those a little hesitant of wearing colour, you’ll find the texture and matte finish of tweed tones down vivid colours. A khaki tweed suit is definitely less out-there than wearing, say, a linen suit in the very same shade.
For a subtler take on colour, try a tweed with a contrast-coloured check. Team yours with tonal separates (some knitwear and tailored trousers, for example) as an assured take on the trend.
SOUNDS GREAT, BUT CAN I WEAR TWEED WHEN I’M NOT WORKING TOO?
Yes, and with the minimum of effort on your part: wear your tweed suit with a roll-neck jumper or a T-shirt for an uncomplicated yet contemporary feel. Not only will this balance the bolder tweed off against such simple basics, but it also ticks the box for comfort – a non-negotiable whatever your plans these days.