Camp Collar Shirts

Another great staple for summer is a camp collar shirt. It’s light, unique in its collar detailing, and usually pretty bright.

You can simply style them with shorts or light denim and let them do the talking.

Vertical Stripes

A vertical stripe is a great pattern for any guy. Stripes can help to elongate your torso and make you look taller subtly.

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Pairing with shorter shorts like Brock did here helps you balance out the proportions if you’re on the shorter side. 

Simple Color Combos

You can stick to cooler colors this summer. It doesn’t all have to be bright.

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Eric does a great job of this here by bringing grey tones with a bit of blue. If you prefer simpler outfits, stick to 1-2 colors.

Dark Summer Colors

If you’re someone who prefers darker colors year-round, the key is to remember to utilize the proper materials. Stick to thinner fabrics in those dark colors you love.

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Derrick also shows us a smarter casual summer look. The shorts’ pleats and waistband with the nice polo detailing elevate the whole outfit.

Smart Summer Options

This is a great smart summer outfit. The shirt and chinos are crisp and look high quality. The bag also adds to the dressier nature of the outfit.

I personally also think that Eric found a great fit in the sleeve. This shirt accentuates his arms, which is a good “fit focus point” for short-sleeved shirts.

Bright Summer Colors

If you are feeling adventurous, try the kind of bright colors you might shy away from during fall and winter. Summer affords us more leeway in terms of wearing louder pieces.