Ladies and gentlemen we are now in the season of Easter where the pangs of Lent no longer fester and you’re all smiles like a happy go lucky jester and you know who’s is going to be keeping it stylish, the rare and debonair gentleman, yes-sir! Easter is synonymous with pleasant weather, budding plants and most importantly it ushers in the season of spring; a season where wedding bells ring, children play on swings and sonorous birds sing. With so much excitement your style should not be found wanting nor dulling the vibrant ambiance. On the contrary it should resonate warmth and tranquillity; these two traits are displayed by the golden hybrid safari jacket as well as burgundy collard shirt and white chinos of the trousers respectively.
Traditionally Easter is a major feast in Christianity and is synonymous with the colours of white and gold which are representative of the glorious nature of the resurrected Christ and His Kingship. Colours which are the base of this ensemble for a debonair gentleman must always have an immaculate appearance. These colours are equally very neutral, thus can be paired with a myriad of other colours however, here we have primarily kept our colour codding to accommodate red and brown. The reason because they harmoniously blend with gold which is well demonstrated on the sleeve of the jacket where there’s an interplay of these three colours. Before venturing into the accessories it is worth mentioning that a gentleman who can wear and maintain it throughout the day unknowingly acquires the emulation of others around him for white is difficult to keep neat.
Owing to the casual nature of this ensemble it affords you the permission to wear semi-formal footwear and here I have opted for brown (long-wing) brogues. Starting with the first accessory we examine the wrist watch which to any ensemble is as important as a vehicle’s clutch and makes you look top notch. With the right watch you would certainly stand out from the bunch. And with a Rotary automatic skeletal wrist watch you do just that. Furthermore, its gold case and brown leather strap is a perfect match for the ensemble’s colour scheme. Next our attention shifts to the brown leather briefcase which pairs elegantly with the sartorial nature of this ensemble coupled with its brown hue. Staying on the hand/wrist area, we shift to the right hand where two shell bracelets (red and white) are worn. Some might argue that it’s misplaced in this ensemble but disagree with the opinion that they add an edgy charm to the look and offsets slightly the mature appearance of the ensemble. Still on the same hand, we move down to the novelty piece of the ensemble…the cane, an item so majestic, far from the realm of plane, is the ideal companion for a stroll as it helps a gentleman to make calculated steps when walking. Moreover, it confers the highest air of maturity and sophistication in the ensemble. However, being a novelty piece it is an optional accessory. Moving upwards we temporarily rest at the pocket, where elegantly folded in the presidential/strait fold, deceptively resides a white silk pocket kerchief. For your kerchief when placed in your pocket can illumine your outfit like a lamp plugged into an electrical socket. Finally, we complete our ensemble appraisal with a brief note on the pink ascot which rhymes seamlessly with the burgundy shirt to add an extra shade of colour on the ensemble. Moreover, it is a highly relaxed tie in comparison to a bow tie or neck tie and epitomises the informal nature of the entire ensemble; relaxed, warmth and tranquillity. All made possible primarily by the colours of white and gold. And with that the story of the Eastertide ensemble has been told.
So where can such an ensemble be worn? It is ideal for casual Fridays at the office (but check with your employers first). It is exceptional business casual spring attire and you could pull it off attending a polo tournament or playing croquet with friends.
Credits:
Written by: Cmex, the Rare and Debonair Gentleman
Photo credit: Saharat Anuwatmatee
Shoot Location: St Andrews, United Kingdom
Model: Cmex, the rare and debonair gentleman.
