Style -- 2 days ago
Chic spring style on a £250 budget
Words: Alex Woodhall
Renowned for fluctuating weather and temperatures, spring is a notoriously tricky time to dress for. With the potential for rain one day and scorching sunshine the next, any sartorially inclined man knows to be prepared for every meteorological eventuality during this most unpredictable season.
With that in mind gentlemen, we’re here to lend a helping hand. With budgetary restraints on the brain, we’ve curated 3 failsafe looks that will keep you looking stylish from this season’s beginning to the end, all for under £250 each.
APRIL SHOWERS
Cost of outfit: £209.98
The mercury may be on the rise, but the winter rain has a tendency to rear its head often and inconveniently during the transitional period. But don’t let the downpour hold you back – reach for a timeless mac to keep the precipitation at bay.
Layer over a Breton stripe tee, with navy chinos for a casual outfit that has an air of smartness. Finish with some on-trend, on-point Chelsea boots in a complimentary brown leather – just remember to safeguard them against the water with a good leather protector.
Trench Coat, £119.99 from Mango// Chinos with Belt, £29.99 from Zara// Breton Stripe Crew Neck Tee, £15.00 from John Lewis// Leather Chelsea Boots, £45.00 from ASOS
CASUAL WEEKENDER
Cost of outfit: £224.99
Take a simple, pared back approach to off-duty dressing by making use of classic wardrobe staples with this laid-back look. The dark, indigo-coloured denim jacket means this look will work as well for a weekend shopping trip as it does for a casual drink come the evening.
Pair the jacket with an essential white T-shirt and khaki chino combination. Complete this comfortable yet cool ensemble with some trainers even we approve of, a pair of clean white Jack Purcells from Converse.
Denim Jacket, £110 from Ted Baker// Chinos, £29.99 from Uniqlo// Crew Neck T-Shirt, £25 from Reiss// Converse Jack Purcell Trainers, £60 from Mr Porter
SMARTENED UP
Cost of outfit: £249.48
Suiting up during the warmer weather can become a bit of hassle; a slightly lighter weight suit will be a godsend in the spring and this navy two-piece from Mango is just the ticket. Keep it timeless, presidential almost, and wear it with a crisp white, slim-fit, point collar shirt. Accessorise with a tactile tie and an understated pocket square; finish with a touch of flair, in the form of a pair of double-monk strap shoes in sumptuous brown leather.
Suit Blazer, £89.99 from Mango// Suit Trousers, £45.99 from Mango// Slim Fit Twill Shirt, £19.50 from Marks & Spencer// Derek Rose Pocket Squares, £20 from Mr Porter// Speckled Wool Tie, £29 from COS//Monk Strap Shoes, £45 from ASOS
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