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MR PORTER celebrates the relaxed elegance and craftsmanship of Italian menswear
When it’s hot and sunny out, your best bet is to try dressing like an Italian. These are guys who know how to pull together a look without sacrificing any style. There's just something about the old-world charm and relaxed elegance these gentlemen bring to the table. Opt for lighter fabrics and loose layers, embrace the slip-on shoe, and suddenly you're in a Florentine state of mind. This is the vibe that MR PORTER was after when they decided to curate a collection of goods from the team's favorite brands that have the quality, craftsmanship and design expertise you expect from a Ümade in Italy” label.
Venice-based Barena has cut a featherweight polo shirt from naturally breathable linen in a modern, neutral-tone gingham check. It's the kind of piece that stands on its own or layers nicely under a jacket without adding any bulk.
Gingham linen polo shirt,
$370 by Barena
Shorts don't have to be sloppy. Benedetto De Petrillo's family-run Neapolitan label has tailored a slick pair from lightweight chambray with pressed creases down the front to highlight their straight fit. They're finished with a modern drawstring waist for added comfort.
Chambray drawstring short,
$220 by De Petrillo
Want to pull on a jacket but don't want to overheat? Brunello Cucinelli, the master of layering, has crated a breezy overshirt that's rugged without being heavy. Cut from a soft linen and cotton-blend, it's finished with natural horn buttons and military-esque pockets.
Linen and cotton overshirt, $1,795 by Brunello Cucinelli
A woven elastic belt not only adds a graphic touch to your outfit, but they're easy to travel with and extremely comfortable, since they naturally have some give to them. This one, from Anderson's has been meticulously crafted in Italy with durable suede trims and a polished silver-tone buckle.
Suede-trimmed woven elastic belt,
$180 by Anderson's
How do you make a loafer just a little more ... louche? Loro Piana has created a pair inspired by classic boat shoes, but built them to be a little more streamlined. The end result feels a bit more elevated with their smooth leather construction.
Leather loafer,
$1,250 by Loro Piana
What's a great Italian outfit without an icy aperitivo or a glass of crisp Sangiovese to sip? These fluted tumblers are the result of a collaboration between R+D.LAB and New York photographer Alice Gao. Made in Italy, they have a slight jade green tint to them which gives off a nice vintage look.
Alice Luisa glass tumblers, $90 by R+D.LAB
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