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Five Things For: The Beach
Words by Chris Elvidge
30 May 2023
The final part in our series on this summer’s best menswear takes us to – where else? – the beach. As with our two previous entries, summer in the city and summer holiday, we’ve hand-picked five pieces that are intended to be worn together as a ready-made outfit, but are versatile enough that you could just as easily pick one or two and slot them into your existing summer wardrobe. Not included below but highly recommended are a tote bag, a beach towel and a bottle of high-SPF sunscreen. For everything else you’ll need this summer, read on.
01.
The mid-length TOM FORD swim shorts
If you bring nothing else to the beach, bring a pair of swim shorts – and make sure that they fit. This pair from TOM FORD is slim-fitting and mid-rise, finishing about halfway up the thigh. It’s a particularly flattering cut, and the built-in side tabs allow for easy adjustments to ensure the perfect fit.
03.
The eye-catching Garrett Leight California Optical sunglasses
Sunglasses are everywhere on the beach, so stand out from the crowd by opting for a pair of coloured frames this summer. The light-brown frames on these Hampton sunglasses from Garrett Leight California Optical – the brand calls the colour “toffee” – are a subtle yet stylish point of difference.
04.
The luxe Brunello Cucinelli sandals
Brunello Cucinelli’s uncompromising approach to craftsmanship extends to the tiniest of details. Made from butter-soft leather and suede, these luxe flip-flops are a world away from the plasticky versions being flogged next to the beach.
