There’s a mantra every guy should live by in the summer: less is more. You don’t want to be the sweaty guy in the office, but you also don’t want to follow the boring shirt and pants outfit every day. Don’t sweat, we’ve brought you our favourite less is more looks for your weekdays.

 
Left: Ted Baker blue check shirt $185, Fahlgren tie $95, Strellson belt $120, John Varvatos brogues $225.
Right: Ted Baker gingham trim shirt $185, Strellson linen blazer $795 (sold as suit), Without Prejudice blue pant $195, Strellson belt $120, NOBRAND shoes $210. 

You may be working with less fabric in the summer, but a short sleeved shirt with a tie brings a whole new feeling to spending your Summer days inside.

 
Left: Johnny Love large check shirt $165, Strellson pant $225, Dibi knit tie $35, Strellson belt $120, John Varvatos brogues $225.
Right: Ted Baker check shirt $165, Without Prejudice blue pant $195, Dibi knit tie $35, Strellson belt $120, Sandqvist brieftcase $375. 

 
Left: SAND pink shirt $175, Strellson pant $225, Dibi knit tie $35, Strellson belt $120, John Varvatos brogues $225.
Right: SAND orange shirt $175, Moods of Norway plaid pant $195, Dibi knit tie $35, Strellson belt $120, John Varvatos brogues $225.

Maybe you’ve heard that colour is pretty big this summer, and this doesn’t end on Monday morning. Bright colours look great with greys and blues. Even better when they’re kept simple, solid, and one at a time.