Chris, who works in finance, is also in the office 5 days a week. After his company launched post-pandemic, they pushed for colleagues to collaborate in person. “It felt imperative that everyone should be together to problem solve and bounce ideas off one another,” he explains. “We don’t have an official policy, so if you want to work from home you can, but everyone seems to enjoy the collaborative atmosphere we have built.”

As for workwear, suits aren’t compulsory at Chris’ firm either – but he prefers them. “I wear them almost every day, with the exception being Friday if I have plans in the evening,” he says. “Though I enjoy wearing suits, it also comes down to not having to think too much about what I am going to wear for the day, whilst knowing that I will be presentable for any occasion the day could throw at me.”

Colour and style-wise, Nick favours dark, traditional suits, as does Chris. “I think they hold up better when wearing every day, he says. “If I like the quality of something, like a jumper, I tend to buy a few of the same thing. I’ve always worn a navy suit, so last year I tried a custom one from Moss and it was worth it. It’s in line with what I like but fits perfectly, the fabric is a lot nicer than my others and I prefer the adjuster details on the trousers.” When it comes to ties, however, they seem to have dropped off the workwear list. “I rarely wear one,” Chris admits, and Nick agrees. Instead, open collars shirts or crew neck jumpers are the preferred choice, with t-shirts as an alternative for warmer weather. 

Josie, who styled both men on the shoot, took into consideration their everyday workwear and chose pieces that would offer comfort, versatility and refinement. “As Nick was looking for a wardrobe refresh with classic staples, I opted for items such as the navy performance suit and an Oxford shirt, season-less pieces that offer longevity,” she said. “As for Chris, he was looking for quality product in a tailored fit. I went for our Italian sage flannel and navy trench, pieces he may not have necessarily picked out for himself but are great investment items, particularly the the suit – the green tone is subtle which means it can easily be styled for work.”

It seems that many men still feel a suit just makes sense if you’re in the office on a daily basis. Though some companies have chosen to go down the smart-casual route, suiting is still the number one option for various reasons. For Nick, it’s about consistency – “Uniformity within the workplace makes things less stressful,” he says. “I find it easier when there is a dress code – some guidance always helps.” For Chris, it gets him in the zone, admitting that “having a routine helps me start the day in a more productive way.”

Regardless of the reasoning, it’s clear that suits are here to stay – update your workwear wardrobe with our collection of season-less suit styles.

Are you celebrating Burns Night? Or maybe you’re wondering what it is? Well, Burns’ Night is on the 25th January and is widely celebrated not only in Scotland but across the world as an applause of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. He wrote several poems and songs that are still famous to this day – ‘Auld Lang Syne’, anyone?

If you’ve not been to a Burns Night before, you might be wondering what you actually get up to on the night. People come together for a Burns supper and eat the traditional meal of haggis, neeps and tatties with a side of whisky drinking.

Normally, the host of the supper will give a brief background on the life of Robert Burns and a few of his poems will be read out. Often the night ends with some traditional ceilidh dancing, which is a lot of fun after a few glasses of whisky.

But what to wear? Tradition says men should don a kilt. For those who don’t own one, you can hire the full look right down to the obligatory sporran from our highland collection.

If you or any other guests are Scottish, tradition would see you wear your family’s tartan. For those without Scottish blood, there are no set rules for which tartan you can wear, but if you’re at all worried about it, the Royal Stewart is officially open for anyone to wear. More styles are available to order in-store, so head to your nearest to see swatches of the full line-up.

If you don’t fancy the full regalia, how about a little tailored tartan? A dress suit in dark or light-hued tartan cloth is a more subtle way to join in. Or work a pair of tartan trews into your outfit for a nod to the night that’ll also work with other pieces you already own.

And finally, if you’re not keen on adding tartan to your outfit or really can’t get hold of anything tartan, a dinner suit will feel suitably formal for a night of national pride.

You’ve heard the saying ‘dress for the job you want’? Well, what about how that job would want you to dress?

In other words: if you’re going for an interview, you want your interviewer to picture you doing the job. What you wear needs to show you’re serious about the role but also that you’re a good fit for the company culture – a three-piece suit is pretty much mandatory for a City job, but wear one to a creative agency and they might mistake you for their accountant.

That said, great tailoring does wonders for your confidence. We surveyed British men and over half said they felt most professional and confident in a suit at work. It follows, then, that making an effort to dress smartly will impress your interviewer and also give you a boost of confidence when it matters. Win-win.

So, back to the question in hand: what to wear to an interview? Our advice is to tailor your outfit to the kind of company that’s interviewing you. Here’s our take on what to wear for four types of interview: corporate, agency, video, and meet the team.

WHAT TO WEAR FOR A CORPORATE INTERVIEW

The first rule of the corporate world? Wear a suit. If you’re interviewing for a role in finance, law or another hierarchal private sector company, you’re going to need to bring out your tailoring A-game.

The expectation will be for you to dress conservatively, so a three-piece suit is a smart move. Don’t just dig out your old navy one though – you should step it up a little if you want to make a memorable impression with what to wear for an interview.

Black is universally accepted as businesswear as well as universally flattering. You can get away with a subtle pattern, but sometimes it’s good to stay classic like this black suit. You’ll exude confidence, look put together and won’t have to worry about looking out of place.

If you have decided on a patterned suit, you’ll need to show a bit of restraint with the rest of your outfit. This is not the time or the place for flashy cufflinks. A pocket square probably isn’t needed either but if you really want one, stick to plain white.

As for the tie? Match it up with your suit – a black oxford silk tie will feel classic and smart. Or, simply go without. Many places aren’t particular about ties anymore as long as you’re wearing a suit, and you can still look smart without one (though do your research on the company to check).

WHAT TO WEAR FOR AN AGENCY INTERVIEW

If you’re headed to an agency interview, chances are you’re still going to want to wear a suit. This is the world of 9-5 (perhaps a bit more), and office uniforms that haven’t quite got the business-casual memo yet.

So yes, a suit is a safe bet, but you don’t need to be quite as formal as you would in a corporate environment.

Blended with stretch fabric, the ink check suit is great for moving around the city and keeping you comfortable, too. And in our books, comfort equals confidence and confidence equals a successful interview.

Keep the rest of your outfit simple: an open-necked shirt is more relaxed than a buttoned-up shirt-and-tie combo. A navy zip polo crafted from soft merino wool looks polished and professional, while the addition of a stretch dials up the comfort.

Shoe-wise, a pair of chunky brown loafers will set this suit off nicely. Make sure to give them a good buff too.

WHAT TO WEAR FOR A VIDEO INTERVIEW

Video interviews give you the opportunity to turn down the formal even more. In fact, you can pretty much go full business-casual if you like, depending on what role you’re going for.

Here’s where your suit starts to look a little overdressed, but might still be expected to err on the side of formal. The happy medium? Tailored separates in more casual fabrics and a little bit of colour to stand out from the crowd.

Our copper Hoxton has a more relaxed feel but still looks smart, so the overall effect is pulled-together. In an on-trend copper colour, it’s also crafted from a textured cotton blend which offers a bit of interest to the look. Combined with a oatmeal tee and neutral chinos, the result is a cohesive tonal outfit that looks just as good in real life as it does on camera.

The result? Smart, but at ease. Exactly the vibe you’re going for.

WHAT TO WEAR TO MEET THE TEAM

Once you’ve secured your position, meeting the team is a great way to get a feel for the company culture and, importantly, how they dress for work.

Though smart-casual will most likely be the best bet, jeans just aren’t going to cut it – you’re going to have to up the ante a bit.

Drop the tailored jacket and try something a bit more relaxed – our off-white cord overshirt is a versatile piece that can be dressed up or down depending on the setting or situation. Wear it open with a boxy white tee for your welcome lunch, or button it up to scale up the smart for a one-to-one with your new boss.

No creative work-look is complete without a pair of trainers, but don’t just throw on any old pair. Give your interview the respect it deserves with a suede pair of chunky trainers. Still trainers, but trainers that feel a bit more elevated and are finished with a tonal rubber sole.

(New) job done.

Forget the 80s’ boxy shapes or the baggy styles of gangster films, today’s double-breasted suits are carefully constructed with neater cuts, softer shoulders and a lightweight feel for a modern take on power dressing.

Who says double-breasted has to mean formal? We’ve updated the menswear stalwart in interesting tones, like the slim fit copper cord, and added a bit of stretch for a more comfortable fit that’ll make a powerful addition to smart-casual set-ups (especially if you throw a rollneck into the mix).

Alternatively, show you know your tailoring references and take on a double-breasted suit made from a recycled fabric – traditionally the garb of choice for power-play in the City, this one’s brought up to date with a slim fit and an on-trend camel colour.

If you want to add a bit of interest to your DB, choose a patterned fabric that’s subtle and elegant but still makes a statement. Our navy black check is cut to a slim fit which sits snug across the shoulders and arms, sharpening the silhouette and making it a great contender for work or formal events.

Of course, the double-breasted suit will really come into its own in more formal workplaces. Our light grey flannel sticks to the classic peak lapel which, along with our tailored fit, creates a flattering V-shape that slims your middle and broadens your chest and shoulders.

True traditional DBs have up to eight buttons, but we’ve kept ours to a respectable six as a contemporary nod to the suit’s heritage, like on our tailored sage green suit. Although you can wear your double-breasted jacket undone, its verticle lines are designed to be worn buttoned up. Just remember not to fasten the outer bottom button.

MAKE THEM LOOK TWICE

As wedding season kicks off, you might be thinking about what you’ll wear. Whether you’re a humble guest or taking centre stage as the groom, you want your outfit to feel worthy of the big day.

So how about embracing a more tactile fabric, like tweed? Once the go-to textile for the high-born country living set, today’s tweed translates as well to city celebrations as it does a knees-up in a traditional stately home.

Wearing a tweed suit to your own big day is a piece of (wedding) cake. As some of you may already have noticed, we’ve got something of a soft spot for this hardworking fabric right now.

And why wouldn’t we? No longer just for the stiff-upper-lip set, tweed has successfully managed to shrug off its dowdy reputation and is full of character and heritage – ideal for the main man of the day. As the groom, wearing yours as a three-piece will have more impact, and all you’ll need to do is pair it with a shirt in a complementary shade and perhaps a floral tie and pocket square to contrast with the tweed.

Indeed it does. We’ve also given this traditional textured fabric a contemporary spin in shades of khaki, light blue and olive. It’s a modern riff on a timeless classic if ever there was one, and is definitely something to consider for the more adventurous grooms out there.

Set off your tweed suit by contrasting it with a plain white shirt and a soft-hued tie, or double down on its bold colour by wearing it with patterns in the same shade, like a striped shirt or polka dot accessories – today’s tweed is nothing if not versatile.

If you do want to go down the neutral route, our slim fit stone donegal is a sharp, smart choice. Crafted from a wool blend with added stretch, it’ll keep you comfortable at the drafty town hall or barn wedding alike, and looks really put together when paired with a tonal tie.

Either – the choice is yours depending on your budget. Buying a tweed wedding suit means more of an investment, but it’ll take you all the way through wedding season by styling it differently each time you wear it. Keep yours smart with its matching waistcoat and a tie for one wedding, try it with a slightly more casual button-collar shirt for another and then dress it down with just a printed shirt or lightweight knit for a more relaxed big day.

One option for a wintry wedding is the slim fit brown tweed suit. With the optional waistcoat, you can up the ante and go full three-piece or tone it down with just the jacket and trousers. If you do want to style it the classic way, choose a brown bordered pocket square, while adding a chunky loafer and belt will add a modern more relaxed feel to the look.

If you do decide to hire tweed, you can experiment with a different tweed suit for each set of up-and-coming nuptials without the expense (or guilt) of buying a new piece every time. Win-win.

Definitely. If you still have any lingering reservations about wearing say, sage tweed to your own wedding (and by the way you absolutely can) consider hiring rather than buying especially if you know that you’re only going to wear the suit just the once. Spending less money on yourself – or your groomsmen for that matter – should be incentive enough to encourage you to take that leap of faith while also leaving a bigger budget for that open bar you’ve promised your nearest and dearest.

The slim fit blue donegal is one of the many suits you can hire for your wedding. Crafted from a texture wool-blend, it’s a classic tweed design with a slim fit so it sits snugly across your shoulders and arms.