Like it or not, men still need to do business during the summer months and many a hot, sunny day awaits us between mid-April and Labour Day. It’s true that a navy and a dark grey suit in a lightweight wool remain safe summer options, but nobody wants to wear the same things month after month. The suits, your mood and your reputation as a sophisticated dresser will all suffer. A light tan or light grey suit adds plenty of variety and balance to your summer wardrobe and looks crisp and debonair, always standing out in a crowd. Pair it up with a selection of shirts and ties in summer colours and you’ll find you suddenly have a number of fresh seasonal alternatives. True, it can be seen as something of an indulgence. But think of it as the sartorial equivalent of owning a stylish convertible car: it isn’t intended for winter, but for four or five months of the year it will give you a great deal of pleasure.
Away from the office
A lighter-coloured suit is also the most elegant thing to wear to a dressy garden party or to a wedding on a summer’s day, particularly if the ceremony or reception takes place out of doors.
A question of fabric
Lightweight wool breathes so well, it really is the coolest fabric for a summer suit, but it isn’t the only option available. A cotton or linen suit can look great for more casual occasions, especially if you’re travelling to the warmer parts of the world. The one drawback is that they do tend to wrinkle more than wool, but many men see this as adding character to their outfit rather than as a disadvantage.
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