Key Pieces

• Topman Blue Chino Shorts
• Reiss Apollo Stripe Casual Shorts
• Slowear Incotex Slim-fit Cotton-seersucker Shorts
• Reiss Wickham Clean Cotton Pressed Chino
• Asos Slim Fit Suit Jacket In Cotton
• Boglioli Cotton And Linen-blend Blazer
• Farah Vintage T-shirt With Breton Stripe
• Allsaints Rosar T-shirt
• Shore Leave Anchor Jacquard Shirt In Blue
• Hartford Long-sleeved Linen-jersey Polo Shirt
• Topman Blue Multicoloured Fleck Short Sleeve Smart Shirt
• Selected Three Paris Chino

Statement Prints/Colours

Prints and patterns have only just seen recent trend resurgence, and they are perfect for making a statement at events that demand a heightened degree of formality.

Incorporating a print can be tricky, but when done right will work wonders for your look. Monaco is all about extravagance that doesn’t border on tastelessness, and adopting this ethos when incorporating print is most helpful.

To start, look for something that will have fashion longevity. Animal prints and neons may seem like fun, but over time, the appeal will wear off and timeless style always overrules fleeting bouts of popularity. Instead, try stripes (they don’t have to be Breton – vertical stripes work well for specific body types), checks/gingham, polka dot and even floral.

For those that aren’t adept at pattern mixing, make sure you always reserve your chosen print to just one piece – be it a blazer, shorts or trousers – as anything more will be overkill. We’re looking for more Marlon Brando than The Magic Roundabout.

For those that still aren’t convinced prints and patterns are here to stay (they are), why not consider giving your outfit a shot of life via striking trend colours such as orange, blue or pink, the traditional pastel shades of the Riviera or a pair of coloured statement shoes?

Don’t be afraid to be bold with your choices; menswear is continuing to push the boundaries season after season – there’s no room for worrying about anything you deem a little ‘out there’.