Winter was unusually warm. So warm
that many of us wondered if Mother Nature
was taking the season off. That doesn’t
mean we’re any less excited about donning
our spring essentials. While a dark suit says
you're ready to get down to business, a
peak lapel whispers you're ready to do it
with formal style and confidence. A
turquoise mini-gingham spread collar shirt
and repp stripe tie add some fun to an
otherwise dark office uniform. You'll stand
out, but in a good way. Sticking with
crocodile accessories keeps you
refined. You should think about adding a
white linen pocket square as temperatures
rise...  and consider passing on the socks to
really embrace the season.

Lapel width is less about what's in
fashion at the moment and more about
proportions. For example, a slimmer
man will want to utilize a smaller shirt
collar, slimmer tie, and narrower lapels
to more effectively frame his face. The
narrow lapel is not for everyone. What is
for everyone, though, is a more relaxed
approach to the office. A sportcoat
over a knit polo and linen trousers keeps
you looking put-together despite
dressing down for a casual Friday. And
white bucks? Well, you can start lacing
those up after Memorial Day.