128 APRIL 2016
Want to get the jump on this season’s trends?
OurMen’sHealthpanel of fashion physicians
deliver style solutions for autumn/winter.
URBAN STYLE
YOUR STYLE DECODER
I know checks and prints are
big this season – how can I wear
the trend day-to-day?“Available in varying sizes and patterns, checks are
becoming pretty ubiquitous. A general rule of thumb is
that the bigger the check, the smaller you’ll look. This is
true with other patterns, but checks are undoubtedly the
most versatile. Pair a checked suit with block colours for
maximum impact.” – Jared Acquaro, ASUS ambassador
and blogger at A Poor Man’s MillionsPea coat, parka or bomber- if I only buy one coat this
se ason , w h a t s hou l d i t b e?
“Definitely a pea coat. An all-time
classic, pea coats go with
everything and easily work for
both the office and for casual
weekend wear. As they never go
out of style, investing in a good-
quality pea coat delivers a great
cost per wear, as you can wear it
year on year.”- Matt Jensen, founder, M.J. Bale
How many layers is too many?“I operate a rule of no more than
three layers, but – providing
everything you’re throwing on
works together – there’s never too
many. Adding layers for the sake
of i t w ill jus t make you lo ok to o
heav y. C onsider w hat you’re
layering – and why – and avoid
mixing too many different
patterns together. Instead, aim for
a selection of garments that
complement one another and
offer depth to your outfit. For
example, a clean denim shirt
looks great worn over a basic tee
and finished off with a bomber
jacket. Alternatively, use that
same denim shirt and wear it
under a textured knit worn with
your winter coat.”- Nadia Jones,
creative director, Marcs
When it comes to sweaters,
shouldIgoV-neckorcrew
neck?“I personally prefer crew.
Versatile, modern and timeless,
acrewneckcanbewornalone
orunderajacketorcoat.They
also work really well with the
slew of prints and checks that
are everywhere this season.
V-necks are still perfectly
acceptable – the only challenge
is that they can look a bit ‘dad-
like’ if not styled correctly.”
–DomBagnato,
director, Dom BagnatoI’m on the hunt for a quality
sc a r f t h a t w i l l l as t me ye a rs- what to get and how to
wear it?
“I’d recommend a wool or wool-
blend scarf for both longevity and
warmth. Wearing a scarf open
looks stylish, but isn’t always
practical. For a clean, put-together
look, wrapping the scarf with a
knot is a functional solution.
Simply fold the scarf in half length-
wise and wrap it around your neck,
pulling the loose ends through the
loop created by the fold.”- Chris Wilson, general manager
of menswear, Myer
WORDS: PAUL EWARTApparently skivvies are
back – can I really get
away with one?“Skivvies are great in the colder
months, as having that extra fabric
on your ne ck reall y keeps you
warm. The important thing to
remember is to buy natural fibres
like c ot ton or mer ino wo o l – i t
helps to have something that
breaths. Skivvies have a James
Bond elegance and can replace a
shirt under a suit or be worn under
a coat.”- Jolyon Mason, stylist
Duringcoldermonths,Ilivein
a beanie. How can I avoid the
dreaded hat hair?“With hat hair, texture is your
best friend. Before leaving the
house, I recommend using a
great texturising powder, as this
w ill add gr i t to your hair and help
hold any shape. When you take
off your beanie, a quick run
through with your fingers will
reinvigorate the powder and its
holding power will keep your
hairstyle intact.”- Aiden Xydis, head barber,
The Men’s Grooming Room, Sydney
Check mate:
Jared Acquaro