After the Reign of Neutrals, Color Is King Again
Color is having a moment, and not in the timid, dip-a-toe-in sort of way. This year, designers are reaching for pigment over predictability, and trading safe neutrals for something with… a pulse.
Embracing color isn’t as simple as just grabbing the brightest thing from one's closet, though. There’s an art to it. The right shade doesn’t just draw an eye in, it sharpens the entire look around it, wrong one will end up wearing you.
With that in mind, consider this a study in saturated tones, via pieces that prove boldness and restraint aren’t opposites, they’re collaborators. From rich reds to smart stripes, in high-gloss silk and quietly subversive tailoring, these picks below are items that don’t just inject color into a wardrobe, but recalibrate it.
The Pop of Color's Moment in the (Winter) Sun
MR P. Curtis Cashmere Sweater
This 100% cashmere is 0% gimmicks or overwrought detailing, but plain simplicity to quietly outperform the rest of the room, understated? Yes. Forgettable? Never.
Bode Hunting Waxed-Cotton Jacket
Modeled after an original' 80s coat, this waxed jacket does what Bode does best: romanticise the past without feeling stuck in it. The evergreen silhouette is sharp, practical, and reassuringly masculine. But that rich red? It's the twist we've been looking for.
Polo Ralph Lauren Button-Down Shirt
Everyone needs a little Ralph in their closet, no? To own a checked, pony-crested button-down is a matter of good manners by now; easy, reliable, eternally appropriate. Safe choices don't mean they're not the correct ones.
Our Legacy Leather Belt
If you wish to go subtle but thoughtful, Our Legacy has got you covered,with a belt to literally hold everything together. It may seem minor, but the Swedish brand's leather goods thrive on nuance, with clean lines, impeccable leather, and just enough attitude. The belt in question's less about function, and more about finishing the sartorial sentence properly.
Tom Ford Slim-Fit Suede Jacket
Few do decadence with discipline like Tom Ford. This slim-fit suede jacket from the house is less about outerwear, more statement. It suggests late dinners, low lighting, and an unapologetic appreciation for the finer things. Smooth, sharp, and fully aware of it,. It is thee jacket to get if you have 9k to spare.
District Vision Jacket
District Vision approaches outerwear with a kind of spiritual precision and technical fabrics. Made of a translucent shell, this jacket's design, with its buttons in the shape of rabbit heads, feels especially intentional.
The Elder Statesman Striped Cashmere Sweater
When it comes to cashmere, The Elder Statesman doesn’t fool around. The stripes keep things playful, but the fabrication is serious business. It’s indulgent in a way that feels entirely justified. Why blend in when you could be doing, well, this?
Tom Ford Silk-Jacquard Scarf
A silk-jacquard scarf is the kind of accessory that transforms posture. Draped once and suddenly everything feels in place. There’s drama in the pattern, confidence in the sheen. Subtle? Not particularly. Necessary? Absolutely.
JW Anderson Double-Breasted Coat
With JW Anderson, tailoring never abides by traditional rules. The double-breasted coat carries authority, yes but there’s always a proportion, a detail, a slight disruption that keeps things interesting. It’s classics reframed for those who prefer elegance with a side of edge.
Visvim Jumbo Hoodie
A hoodie, but elevated to near-mythical status by Visvim. The jumbo, not just oversized but outsized fit leans into comfort without sacrificing a certain creative credibility. Craft, fabrication, and cult following all wrapped into one deceptively simple silhouette. Off-duty, done properly.
The Elder Statesman Thistle Alpaca-Blend Beanie
Even something as humble as a beanie becomes rarified in the hands of The Elder Statesman. The alpaca blend delivers texture, warmth, and just enough personality. A finishing touch that says, “Yes, I considered this too.” Of course you did.
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