SS26 Menswear - SUBTLE BLOOM with James Yates

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SUBTLE BOOM
*with James Yates

written CHIDOZIE OBASI

If you’re stuck wearing soft knits for lack of a better option across the minimalism spectrum – a cycle that’s doomed to repeat itself ad infinitum because nothing else quite measures up to a tried-and-tested subtle option – consider tailoring paired with shirts an equally comfortable alternative. Warm, fuss-free and willing to be paired with any essentials from Gant, Armani to Canali (as shown in the below edit), this multi-tasking staple will almost certainly edge ahead when it comes to registering as smart. Structure was present in abundance during Fashion Month, which saw several show-goers pair weighty styles with scarves, longline coats and basics.

James wears a total look by Gant

Would the same outfits have looked good with skinny options? Possibly. But there was something about the way the volumes fell, wrapping ever-so-slightly over the body but looking quite impeccable at first sight, that made those pairings look effortless. As for the shape? Roomy, which still appears to be the most popular, but, like any item in a transitional wardrobe, that’s only the entry point. From neutral-toned blazers, which look supremely chic with a breezy shirt, to wide-legged trousers, which go well with jackets, there’s a whole spectrum to acquaint yourself with this Spring. Scroll on for some of the best styles, edited by LE MILE’s Fashion Market Director. You’re welcome.

James wears blazer DRUMOHR, shirt and tie CANALI, shorts POLO RALPH LAUREN, shoes Gant

James wears a total look by Gant

James wears jacket CANALI, blazer POLO RALPH LAUREN, shirt DOLCE&GABBANA, pants QUARTO ATTO

James wears a total look by Gant

James wears sweatshirt HED MAYNER, shirt POLO RALPH LAUREN, pants EMPORIO ARMANI, shoes BEPOSITIVE

James wears a total look by Gant

James wears a total look by Gant with shoes AQVA ALTA

James wears blazer RANDOM IDENTITIES by Stefano Pilati, shorts PHYSIQUE DU ROLE, jeans MOSCHINO

photography COSIMO BUCCOLIERI via STUDIO REPOSSI
fashion market director and stylist CHIDOZIE OBASI
head of production JESSICA LOVATO
fashion coordination ALBERTO MICHISANTI + EDWARD PUSCA
make up DIANA DJURD JEVSKI via STUDIO REPOSSI
hair DAVIDE NUCARA
model JAMES YATES via SPECIAL MANAGEMENT
photography assistant ANTONIO CROTTI
fashion assistants VALENTINA INVERARDI + SOFIA FARINA + VINCENZO VITELLO + LUIZA ANGELOVA + SEBASTIAN RAFAEL + CHIARA DE BONIS

credits
all Images (c) LE MILE
and Cosimo Buccolieri