Every great manager knows that the two keys to success are as follows: excellent preparation and a strong team.
We’ve taken inspiration from our favourite football leaders in this regard and devised our own tactics for preparing for a stylish weekend away. Whether it’s a continental city break or a couple of tranquil days in sun-dappled countryside, embody The Master Tactician and deploy your style team with consideration and precision for the fullest effect.
The Holding Midfielder
At the heart of any great outfit, footballing or sartorial, is the perfect shirt. This needn’t be flashy – the iconic Italian sides of the 1980s strode to victory in simple, elegant azure – but a little interest mightn’t always go amiss either – just look at the stir caused by that Nigeria kit at this year’s World Cup.
With those in mind, we recommend that you offer yourself a similar choice – this classic grandad shirt is a solid staple, fit for any occasion; for your more adventurous moments, the abstract nature print of this slim-fit shirt provides eye-catching detail without detracting from the rest of your look.
The Golden Boot
Ok, perhaps not literally golden, but the perfect shoe is quite the trophy. A leather sneaker is an excellent all-rounder, but for those big set-pieces, something a little smarter is in order: a leather wingtip brogue should get you over the line.
The Showstopper
The piece de resistance. The mercurial talent. Every enduring team requires that one key detail to achieve its true timelessness, and an exceptional outfit must play by the same rules. For us, the perfect jacket can have such crowning potential: this overshirt, for example, is a superb finisher to any look, as is this subtly camouflaged bomber. Worn in good company, items like these can turn a decent outfit into a world-beater.
The Super Sub
Just occasionally, you want a little something up your sleeve. Not a regular fixture, perhaps, but a fresh addition to lift a tired outfit in those vital moments. Our accessories range is made for such moments: try a pocket square for the formal focal point of your sojourn away. Doubt you’re going to actually need these things, but tempted anyway? Chuck them in your weekend bag anyway – you never know what might happen.
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