{"id":3233,"date":"2023-06-11T13:02:13","date_gmt":"2023-06-11T13:02:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/latestnews.top\/2023\/06\/11\/im-a-fashion-designer-here-are-the-dos-and-donts-of-summer-dressing\/"},"modified":"2023-06-11T13:02:13","modified_gmt":"2023-06-11T13:02:13","slug":"im-a-fashion-designer-here-are-the-dos-and-donts-of-summer-dressing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/latestnews.top\/im-a-fashion-designer-here-are-the-dos-and-donts-of-summer-dressing\/","title":{"rendered":"I’m a fashion designer – here are the do’s and don’ts of summer dressing"},"content":{"rendered":"


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British fashion designer Jeremy Hackett reveals his do’s and don’ts for summertime dressing. He recently created staff uniforms for Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London. He’s pictured above at the property<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Summer means casting heavy winter coats and jumpers aside in favour of a light and breezy wardrobe.<\/p>\n

But what does the optimum summer wardrobe look like? British fashion designer Jeremy Hackett, who co-founded the menswear label Hackett<\/a>, has the answer.<\/p>\n

Speaking to MailOnline Travel, the sartorial tastemaker, 70, reveals his ultimate do’s and don\u2019ts for summertime dressing, lifting the lid on the garments that are a waste of money – and the ones that are a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n

FABRICS\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Choosing the right fabrics is important when it comes to beating the heat. Hackett, who opened his first shop on London\u2019s New King’s Road in 1983, says: \u2018Anything in linen is perfect and, although it creases, [this] adds to its charm and gives off a casual understated air.\u2019<\/p>\n

He continues: \u2018Seersucker is wonderful to wear and is usually made in stripes. A pair of blue and white striped seersucker trousers worn with a navy polo is a classic summer look. There has been a revival in towelling shirts and even relaxed towelling jackets that have a 1950s vibe.\u2019<\/p>\n

Though it might surprise some, wool is another material that Hackett recommends wearing. He says: \u2018There is a misconception that wool is too hot for summer but there are incredibly fine lightweight woollen fabrics that are not only breathable but crease resistant.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Hackett says that he’s not a fan of dark brown clothing in the summer months, though admits that ‘it\u2019s odds on that it will be the next big fashion statement’\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Hackett admits he thinks it’s a fashion faux pas to wear synthetic football shirts when travelling<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Hackett, who landed his first gig working in a clothes shop at 17, says the worst kind of material you can wear in the hotter months is \u2018anything synthetic\u2019.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There\u2019s one look in particular that he deems a fashion mistake. He says: \u2018I abhor the synthetic football shirt with synthetic shorts or vests I see so often worn at airports when I am travelling.\u2019<\/p>\n

WHAT’S A WASTE OF MONEY\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s the biggest waste of money when it comes to shopping for summer clothes? He says: \u2018It is often items that you packed but never wore and remained in your suitcase for the whole of your holiday but seemed like a good idea at the time\u2026 perhaps the oversized snazzy but gaudy Hawaiian shirt that you bought online because it was on sale.\u2019<\/p>\n

WHAT’S WORTH INVESTING IN\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have cash to spare, there are a few items that Hackett recommends you invest in for your capsule summer wardrobe.<\/p>\n

The first, he reveals, is \u2018an unstructured navy blazer that can be thrown over shorts to take you elegantly from the beach to the restaurant\u2019.<\/p>\n

Secondly, he recommends putting your money into a linen safari shirt or jacket in khaki or navy.<\/p>\n

White cotton trousers are another worthwhile purchase, he reveals, as is a \u2018simple cotton sweater for chilly evenings on board your yacht in the South of France or even Southend\u2019.<\/p>\n

COLOURS\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to colour palette, Hackett says that \u2018the pairing of navy and white can\u2019t be beaten\u2019.<\/p>\n

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Hackett reveals that stripes are his number one print for summertime, as they\u2019re evocative of the style of Hollywood star Cary Grant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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JEREMY HACKETT’S SUMMER WARDROBE DO’S AND DON’TS\u00a0<\/h3>\n
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Wear socks and sandals<\/p>\n

Buy an unstructured navy blazer<\/p>\n

Put your money into a linen safari shirt or jacket in khaki or navy<\/p>\n

Buy white cotton trousers<\/p>\n

Buy lightweight woollen fabrics<\/p>\n

Pair navy and white<\/p>\n

Buy striped clothing – anything from polos to pullovers to trousers<\/p>\n

Wear a bandana, Panama hat, a straw hat or a baseball cap<\/p>\n

Buy Margaret Howell womenswear<\/p>\n

Buy Hackett<\/p>\n

DON’T<\/span><\/p>\n

Wear dark brown<\/p>\n

Wear anything synthetic<\/p>\n

Wear synthetic football shirts, shorts or vests<\/p>\n

Wear gaudy Hawaiian shirts<\/p>\n

Wear too many striped items together<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

And patterns? Hackett reveals that stripes are his number one print for summertime, as they\u2019re evocative of the style of Hollywood star Cary Grant.\u00a0<\/p>\n

He recommends wearing everything from striped polos and striped pullovers to striped trousers and striped swimming shorts, though he adds: \u2018I would avoid wearing them all together and keep away from striped deckchairs.\u2019<\/p>\n

Certain looks that were once considered sartorial blunders have come back into style, Hackett reveals. He says: \u2018Socks and sandals have long been a fashion faux pas but having said that, only the other day fashion editors were declaring that the socks and sandals were now incredibly chic.\u2019<\/p>\n

The same goes for wearing shades of brown in the summertime, he reveals, noting: \u2018I am not fond of dark brown in the summer but now that I have said that it\u2019s odds on that it will be the next big fashion statement.\u2019<\/p>\n

ACCESSORIES\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, accessories have a big part to play in nailing a successful summer look.<\/p>\n

Hackett reveals: \u2018With the sun beating down a hat is essential be it a Panama hat, a straw hat or a baseball cap and if you really wish to look like an Englishman abroad a knotted handkerchief will do the trick.’\u00a0<\/p>\n

He continues: \u2018A bandana is a retro addition and can always be used to mop your brow when sitting in the midday sun.\u2019<\/p>\n

If you need inspiration for the brands to look out for, Hackett recommends Margaret Howell for ‘classical but not old fashioned\u2019 womenswear. Naturally, he suggests that men head to Hackett for their new summer looks.<\/p>\n

Hackett’s brand recently partnered with Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London<\/a>, to create staff uniforms for a series of<\/span> \u2018Summer Sessions\u2019<\/span><\/a>\u00a0outdoor events the central London hotel is holding on its grounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Upcoming events include a wine-themed afternoon spent celebrating English Wine Week and a \u2018lobster and chips feast\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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