Austin Reed’s spring/summer collection exudes an air of style and sophisticated glamour. A blend of beautifully cut separates fused with architectural shapes, dramatic silhouettes and luxurious fabrics.
Menswear:
Formalwear is sleek and more refined, the impeccable cut and clean lines create an instant update to the classic menswear look.
Suiting comes in a palette of soft greys and navy with a hint of sheen. Team with a crisp white shirt for a razor-sharp style and bring tailoring to life with bold block colour or stripe shirts with contrasting collars and cuffs.
Silver and white are key colours for the summer resort feel. Lightweight linen in tonal neutrals and darker shades such as smokey blues, slate and putty provide a smart and relaxed look.
Texture features strongly this season with mohair and silk blend fabrics and ultra fine wool suits, ideal for travel and warmer days.
Casualwear continues with the sporty preppy style, highlight pieces include the blazer, smart pants in white and pale blue and city shorts.
Chunky cotton knitwear, fine merino and cashmere knits are teamed with classic polo shirts and jeans. Jersey polos and nautical t-shirts are worn with washed poplin shorts in pinks and sky. Essential for the holiday suitcase, the seersucker shirt is key, with linen shorts and linen textured blazer.
For accessories, the focus is on investment pieces. The luxury tan leather travel bag with adjustable straps and multi pockets, linen scarves in a selection of colours, with a move into silk and more luxury mixes for the Signature range.
Belts include a weave belt to the more contemporary; skinny, high shine and perforated belts from Austin Reed’s Red label. Trilbys are still key, with tonal and monochrome trims in straw and woven.
Womenswear:
The Collection for spring/summer encompasses sharp, clean tailoring with a modernity and freshness that references the elegance of 1950's Resort wear.
The play with 'new' shapes and proportions, exquisite tailoring and attention to detail create a sporty yet elegant look.
Ruffles and pleats add a new dimension to the traditional white shirt. The sharply cut tonic suit, a fitted one-button jacket with stitch detail lapels and matching slim leg trousers is an essential wardrobe staple.
The season’s key items include a tonic taffeta parka in indigo blue, softened with ruffles makes this a striking alternative to the summer jacket.
The popularity for dresses continues and new shapes include the glazed linen dress, body skimming and beautifully sculptured.
The pleated cotton dress works well for both day and evening, add a cinch belt to accentuate the waist and give definition. For more relaxed days, the retro 50's printed linen sundress is perfect for the summer holiday.
Muted tones of indigo, steel and stone are complimented by accents of mango, blush and slate, whilst greys and neutrals are softened with touches of rose and peach for a more feminine style.
For timeless appeal, this season’s subtle biker jacket is cropped and fitted, wear with a crisp white shirt and linen shorts for a touch of urban style.
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