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Simple Smart Casual


The balancing act between the smart-casual divide is what can make this particular mode of attire an uphill battle. Too smart and you risking looking overdressed, too casual and you can appear sloppy in comparison to others. Conventional style wisdom does however argue that it’s better to be overdressed than underdressed.

The most basic of smart casual outfits consists of a chino, shirt, blazer and smart shoe combination. With the resurgence of chinos as the popular go-to legwear choice, they’ve become an acceptable option to wear as a smart-casual piece, in place of more tailored trousers.

A block-colour shirt in a traditional hue i.e. white, navy, pink etc. is a safe option, but a simple patterned shirt could be used to bring some personality and individuality to a look. A navy blazer is one of the most versatile pieces in a man’s wardrobe – it seemingly tops almost every ‘essential’ list – so it’s definitely worth investing.

To add some punch to your ensemble, accessorise with a pocket square. For true smart casual, however, leave the tie back home and the top button undone.



Photographer : Masato Onoda / Model : Matthew Noszka, Wilhelmina Models / Hair Stylist: Kiyonr Sud /
Make-Up Artist: Mali Kobayashi / Post By : YOUNG MAN OLD SOUL on 2 June, 2015


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Simple Smart-Casual

The balancing act between the smart-casual divide is what can make this particular mode of attire an uphill battle. Too smart and you risking looking overdressed, too casual and you can appear sloppy in comparison to others. Conventional style wisdom does however argue that it’s better to be overdressed than under-dressed.

The most basic of smart casual outfits consists of a chino, shirt, blazer and smart shoe combination. With the resurgence of chinos as the popular go-to leg-wear choice, they’ve become an acceptable option to wear as a smart-casual piece, in place of more tailored trousers.

Photographer : Masato Onoda / Model : Matthew Noszka, Wilhelmina Models / Hair Stylist: Kiyonr Sud / Make-Up Artist: Mali Kobayashi

Jacket : Black Fleece by Thom Browne / Shirt & Pants : Brooks Brothers / Glasses : vintage

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Simple Smart-Casual

A block-colour shirt in a traditional hue i.e. white, blue, pink etc. is a safe option, but a simple patterned shirt could be used to bring some personality and individuality to a look. A navy blazer is one of the most versatile pieces in a man’s wardrobe – it seemingly tops almost every ‘essential’ list – so it’s definitely worth investing.

The trick to nailing smart or business casual is to take your lead from the first word of this dress code. In terms of the finished product, you are ultimately going to be leaning slightly to the smarter side of the spectrum, so tuck in that shirt, shine those shoes and let’s begin.

Photographer : Masato Onoda / Model : Matthew Noszka, Wilhelmina Models / Hair Stylist: Kiyonr Sud / Make-Up Artist: Mali Kobayashi

Jacket : Black Fleece by Thom Browne / Pants : Brooks Brothers

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Simple Smart-Casual

Chinos in a safe, neutral colour such as grey are impossible to do wrong, especially when married with a pair of rich chocolate brown shoes. If you’re opting for a belt, keep it slim, smart and matching the leather of your shoes – you don’t want fall victim to a rookie style mistake.

To add some punch to your ensemble, accessorise with a pocket square. For true smart casual, however, leave the tie back home and the top button undone.

Photographer : Masato Onoda / Model : Matthew Noszka, Wilhelmina Models / Hair Stylist: Kiyonr Sud / Make-Up Artist: Mali Kobayashi

Jacket, Shirt & Pants : Brooks Brothers

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Thom Browne
Black Fleece Collection

Unique ultra-lightweight fabric that is breathable as well as crease and water-resistant fit it features slimmer lines with two-button.




Brooks Brothers
Linen Sport Shirt US$105

A classy casual sport shirt crafted from pure linen with button-down collar and chest pocket.




Brooks Brothers
Milano Fit Pants US$98.5

Seersucker pants made from pure cotton with a plain front and sits straight through the hip and thigh.
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