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Could it be time to start thinking about linen? Our spring essentials guide says, "Yes, and probably a new pair of sunglasses, too." Fool's spring may not end until April, but the thinking man's spring shopping window is now, when the pleated trousers and white T-shirts are crisp from the factory and the weekly budget isn't yet being pledged to the nuptials of someone you've met only once...
Comprising both seasonless basics and old favourites you haven't thought about in several months, here are 13 pieces to set you in good stead for the forthcoming new season...
Seeping with Italiana, the humble linen suit is formalwear's answer to devil-may-care. Thanks to its flax fibre construction, linen is breezy, sun-friendly, and utterly European. Imbued with a subtle self-stripe, this one by Mr P. is on the more formal end of the spectrum.
Brand ambassador though he may be, Jacob Elordi's Bottega Veneta collection still beggars belief. A Cassette, an Andiamo, a Maxi Veneta, and the rest! His soft blue jumper, washed jeans and Nike x Jacquemus sneakers are, at least, a little less financially crippling.
