This look from Barkers is a fantastic staple for any male - from the tailored two-button blazer to the classic stripe shirt finished with its limited-edition Liberty print tie and matching pocket square. If you are based in Auckland or visiting, you must visit its new store at 1 High St. It is a stunning fit-out in a heritage building and includes a coffee spot and a groom room, making it the ultimate men's destination.
We're still dealing with that in-between weather, so a lightweight jacket is a must for this time of year. Some of my favourites this season include the Texas Blue Shell jacket from Stolen Girlfriends Club, made from a bleach blue denim with military-esque fastenings, and the Carnaby Jacket from Wayward Heir, a more casual interpretation of the double-breasted jacket in cotton.
Alternatively, WORLDman's St Peter's Jacket is fully reversible, one side navy and white stipe and the other a rich paisley tapestry.
Check The Line Up for my favourites to add a little "Military Cool" to your wardrobe. First is the ultimate military jacket from Gubb & Mackie which is already on my to-buy list. These Paul Smith jeans from Fifth Ave will work with a multitude of looks.
And Palladium's Baggy Zip MA-1 boot is a collaboration with Alpha Industries which features the same authentic nylon as its iconic MA-1 Flight Jacket.
When investing in accessories I suggest keeping to a classic palette, which means you can wear them over multiple seasons. I can't go past the Ford Messenger from local gentlemen leather gurus The Brothers, or the Alistair Tortoise from the uber cool I Love Ugly - get in fast as its newly launched eyewear collection is selling out fast.
For wrist candy, this Versace Character watch says it all and complete your look with the new fragrance from Bulgari Man. You'll be photo shoot-fresh, I guarantee.
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Jacket $399.99
Shirt $119.99
Suit trouser $199.99
Liberty Pepper Print Tie $89.99
Liberty Pepper Print Pocket Square $39.99
All from Barkers
Get the look: Lightweight jackets and classic accessories
Look one:
Carnaby Jacket $399
Brooklyn Shirt $179
Garage Jean $229
All from Wayward Heir
Look two:
St Peter's Jacket $499
Around Ya Neck T $75
Palm D'Or Trouser $299
Webbing Belt $129
All from WORLDman
Look three:
Texas Blue Shell Jacket $349
Black Smoke Cigarette Jean $299
All from Stolen Girlfriends Club
Accessories:
I Love Ugly Alistair Tortoise $249
Bulgari Man In Black EDP 60ml $89
Versace Character Watch RRP $2490
The Brothers Ford Messenger Bag $410
The line up: Military cool
1. Palladium Baggy Zip MA-1 RRP $179
2. Gubb & Mackie Raleigh Squad Jacket $495
3. Paul Smith Jeans Red Ear 7/8 Drawstring Pant $315, from Fifth Ave
Stockists
• barkersonline.co.nz
• stolengirlfriendsclub.com
• waywardheir.com
• worldbrand.co.nz
• thebrothers.co.nz
• iloveugly.co.nz
• Versace watches available from Walker & Hall, walkerandhall.co.nz
• Bulgari Man In Black is available from department stores and selected pharmacies nationwide.
• gubbandmackie.com
• fifthave.co.nz
• For Palladium Boots stockists phone 0800 801460