The art of layering - a styling technique used by Graye that marries both creativity and practicality.
Often layering menswear pieces can seem daunting, but fret not, we are here to show you a few interesting combinations you can try out. Playing with a mixture of colours and textures, you can pair simple shirts or tees under more oversized outerwear to create a spectrum of silhouettes.
MONOCHROMATIC, WITH VARYING TEXTURES
Looking to dress from head-to-toe in a solid colour (or slightly different shades)? Select pieces with different materials and textures, this immediately adds depth and dimension to the outfit. By incorporating subtle contrasts, whether in texture and/or patterns, you can create an overall look that exudes sleek simplicity. A great example would be combine soft and heavy textures together, such as wool, linen and cotton with materials like leather.
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Stark Kimono Coat | Craftsman's Basic Top | Checked Linen Trouser
SILHOUETTE MANIPULATION, SLEEVE LAYERING
Visible layers is key, and it is also important that each layer can be worn individually to ensure versatility to remove a piece for a different event or a change in temperature. Playing around with different sleeve lengths is another way to complement a minimalistic or casual look. You can easily pair a shorter sleeve outerwear or roll up the top layer sleeves to show off the difference in colour or texture.
Complete the look
Shoto Baseball Collar Top | Stand Collar Pocket Shirt | Checked Linen Trouser
SIMPLISTIC LAYERING, WITH ESSENTIAL WHITE TEE
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The ultimate layering essential in everyone’s wardrobe, is probably The White Tee. Neutral in colour, a white tee is versatile, pairing perfectly with almost everything. Whether worn tucked in/out, under a sweater, coat or blazer, worn fitted, slim cut or even oversized – there are just so many ways to style a white tee. With a white top as the base, layering can be gradually built up in style with any colour. Here we have used the white tee as a contrast base for a semi-formal work look that is effortless stylish.
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