Cotton

When you venture out into the hot sun, you need to opt for outfits that make you feel comfortable but also up your style quotient. In such a situation, cotton suits are the perfect choice.

Men’s suits made of heavyweight cotton are breathable and lightweight, so they can handle the summer heat without any problem. They are simple to wear, and because a cotton suit is inherently a casual, relaxed look they are easy to look after.

Clients of bespoke tailors are often reluctant to commission them because the cost and quality of the workmanship can feel wasted on a “cheaper material”. But cotton does have many advantages.

For one, cotton might be the most casual expression of a man’s suit that is possible. If you want the dressed-down look without wearing flip-flops and untucked Hawaiian print shirts, the cotton suit is a good suit – and the jacket and chino-style trousers can be worn on their own or as separates.

Men’s suits in cotton also come in a huge range of possible colours. White and cream are traditional for the summer and hot countries, but darker colours like navy make the suit a possible choice for the office. The other traditional options include khaki or olive. Shades like light blue and even pink are more radical but definitely stylish choices and will add some variation to your wardrobe.