Reiss Medway Classic Twill Chinos Stone.Topman Charcoal Salt And Pepper Skinny Joggers.Acne Studios Fred Cotton Track Pants 186893.Antony Morato Sweatpant Anchor Applique.Lightweight stretch cotton versions offer the perfect balance of style and comfort, with notable styles coming from Diesel and Reiss this season. With white-on-white outfits and summer neutrals trending for SS14, keep the color the same but swap relaxed cuts for something more contemporary, slim and tapered through the leg. However, if cuffed sweatpants don’t quite say ‘classic’ to you, take your cues from tennis greats like René Lacoste and Fred Perry, whose white pleat-front chinos defined smart sportswear during the 1930s and 1940s. Look to the likes of Thom Browne’s SS14 pre-collection for inspiration his jet black cuffed sweatpants with signature four-stripe detail provide a goal to aim for, while high street brands like Topman, Boxfresh and Religion come up trumps for affordable alternatives. It goes without saying that neutral colours like grey, black and midnight blue work best in this case to accent the cuffed sweatpants’ smarter side, rather than its casual origins.
Slim cotton joggers that taper through the leg to a fitted cuff at the ankle aren’t necessarily out of bounds, but to ward off a just-got-out-of-the-gym effect you’ll need to be selective about the style. Striking the optimal balance between smart and sporty means being astute when choosing what to team with the core of your outfit. Polo Ralph Lauren Striped Jersey Sweatshirt newport Navy/white.Tim Coppens Leather-trimmed Cotton-blend Sweatshirt.Saint Laurent Leather Panel Sweatshirt 185532.
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Remember: keep detailing simple, the colour palette confined to two or three colours at most and look for classic or boxy crew neck cuts. Try wearing your sweatshirt over a button-down shirt (done up to the top and collar tucked under the crew neck) for a slick approach, or under a sharp-fitting bomber jacket for something less dressy.
Brands to check out on the current market include Orlebar Brown, Sunspel and A.P.C.Īlternatively, for guys who want something that’ll cut a refined figure with a little edge, on trend leather panelled styles or sweatshirts with bold contrast block stripes are ideal, with Blood Brother, Acne, Tim Coppens, Topman, River Island and ASOS all offering several eye-catching options for SS14. Stick to styles that are unadorned for the most part, preferably in a pared-back colour palette, and keep an eye out for timeless detailing like v-stitching and raglan sleeves.įor the classicist, vintage-inspired ‘luxe’ styles, often crafted from loopback cotton or jersey blends, reference old-school sportswear and help to create a smart, modern yet decidedly simple aesthetic. While the statement sweats mentioned above are testament to the versatility of this classic piece of sportswear, a smart and sporty look is best hinged around less fussy, minimalist versions. The trend shows no sign of fading today, with Italo Zucchelli of Calvin Klein Collection emblazoning the label’s signature boxy sweatshirts with the names of Calvin Klein’s most iconic fragrances, from Eternity to Obsession, for his AW14 collection:Īn athletic wear staple, the sweatshirt combines utility with comfort and works for both leisure and more formal occasions, provided you take the right tack. Much of fashion’s recent infatuation with sportswear has been centred around the sweatshirt, especially since Riccardo Tisci’s bold Givenchy Rottweiler sweaters made their rip-roaring appearance on the autumn/winter runway back in 2011. Nailing the look means understanding sportswear on a more abstract level, extracting elements that work for your specific wardrobe. But just what counts as fashionable sportswear? And how can the modern gent come across suavely sporty, rather than just gym-ready?īefore breaking down the key elements of a sporty yet smart look, let’s get one thing clear: contemporary fashion’s idea of sportswear is less about what is actually appropriate for a workout and more focused on sport-influenced cuts, silhouettes and fabrics, as well as an overall minimalist, rigorous and clean aesthetic. In the past couple of years, coinciding with the London Olympics, the distance between the runway and the running track has become smaller again, as sweatpants move from gym benches to show venues and trainers from treadmills to slick magazine editorials.
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