The new Oliver Spencer x MR PORTER pieces and how to wear them well.

There are few designers out there that are as acutely British as Oliver Spencer. The brand has been around for 15 years, and was established after the eponymous designer dropped out of university and spent a few years selling clothes from a market stall on London’s Portobello Road. Now, the brand has four stores across the city, and is one of the capital’s most notable menswear labels. It’s a romantic story, but one that is rooted in the quiet craftsmanship and hard graft of the designer.

Inspired by his SS18 collection, the London designer has created a new and charming capsule collection. Best of all? It’s just for MR PORTER. Featuring nods to Britpop as well as the 1970s, the clothes aren’t so much nostalgic for the past but rather updating it for the present. Thus corduroys, bright colours, and tactile wools are woven through the collection, which is made up of subtle, wearable pieces that are comfortable yet distinctive, casual yet sharp. Speaking on its inspiration for the capsule, the brand writes: “Elevating the cool-geography teacher aesthetic of a certain Pulp legend, the collection is an homage to an eclectic image of generously textured garments, classic cuts and understated wardrobe essentials with a twist.” We are sure Mr Jarvis Cocker would approve. But if you’re not a Britpop icon, we’ve outlined a few tips on how to get the best out of the capsule below.

True to the 1970s vibe currently moving and grooving through menswear at the moment, this corduroy bomber jacket is perfectly up to date in a throwback kind of way. The details are all there: the soft cord, the huge pockets, the ribbed cuffs. Throw it over this panelled cotton T-shirt from Folk to let a pop of colour peek through. Its faded shade of red will add to the vintage theme, while the knitted side panels keep it contemporary.

A vibrant orange rollneck with a stripe of mustard yellow across the chest might raise eyebrows on paper, but the real thing is surprisingly stylish; an autumnal triumph, if you will. It’s on the louder and prouder side, sure, so best to pair it with something a tad quieter. Any pair of dark, neutral chinos will suit this fine, but to keep riffing on the 1970s theme and amp up the texture, pull on some corduroy trousers, such as these handsome navy ones from Club Monaco.

Adhering to the two-tone theme that runs through the capsule, this blue and navy beanie is woven with wool chosen especially for its cosiness and flexibility. Its colourway makes for a pleasant contrast, and will work best with something in a similar shade. Keep it classic with this navy shearling-trimmed peacoat, made in Private White V.C.’s Manchester factory. Top it off with that Oliver Spencer beanie and you’ve got a timeless British look on the go.

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