6 Outfits Every Man Should Take for a Spin This Summer

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Summer means it is time to refresh those wardrobes with bright colors, lighter fabrics, and easy silhouettes. A well-stocked closet is especially important this year, as we all come out of months and months of Covid-19 restrictions. Whether you plan on spending most of your afternoons relaxing by the pool or have a full slate of backed up parties, weddings, and events to attend, T&C has curated a style guide of outfits to wear all season.

The Look: Summer Fridays

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Photo credit: Mark R. Milan - Getty Images

The season of Summer Fridays is here. While this used to be an excuse to dress down, this year everyone is undoubtedly looking for any reason to dress up. Top off a striped polo and low-line sneakers with a crisp, lightweight blazer for an outfit that will take you straight from that end-of-week meeting to sunset drinks on the beach in Montauk.

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The Look: City Chic

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Photo credit: Christian Vierig - Getty Images

All it takes is one fabulous shirt to anchor a sleek summer outfit. Add in luxe accessories like aviators, designer sneakers, and maybe a few pieces of jewelry. If you can pull off a coordinated power couple look, as Dwyane Wade did here with wife Gabrielle Union in Paris, even better.

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The Look: By The Pool

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Poolside revelry calls for vibrant swim trunks and an equally eye-catching top. The trick is to keep the separates in relatively similar color patterns so they complement, rather than clash.

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The Look: Seaside Cool

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Take it from King of Cool Steve McQueen: never underestimate the power of a simple white tee and khaki chinos. Add a thin pull-over for windy afternoons out at sea, and of course don't forget a classic timepiece.

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The Look: Wedding Guest

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Photo credit: Neil Mockford - Getty Images

There will surely be an innumerable amount of in-person weddings to RSVP to this summer. Swap the customary dark suit for a refreshing light blue ensemble and keep staples such as well-crafted shoes, white dress shirts, and tortoiseshell sunglasses on hand for effortless prep.

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The Look: Off the Grid

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Photo credit: Georges De Keerle - Getty Images

Linen pants and a relaxed-fit striped shirt are perfect for lounging about on a remote private island (or even just at the family lake house). Add a structured straw hat and your favorite watch—to be on time for vacation happy hour, what else?

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