The J.Crew style guide for August 2016 presented the nine essential things that every man should wear right now. Enlisting the help of model Clement Chabernaud, J.Crew highlights versatile pieces that are perfect for transitioning from summer to fall. This new style edit features Italian cashmere sweaters, comfy sneakers, henley shirts, and a military-inspired jacket.
Scroll through the images below for a look at the J.Crew style guide, and shop for the featured items:
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#1: Slub cotton shirts
Slim Heathered Slub Cotton Shirt in Blue Plaid, $69.50
This shirt has a point collar, a single pocket with a flap, and a plaid pattern.
Wallace & Barnes Relaxed-Fit Military Chino in Italian Cotton, $158
Made from authentic Spinker Drill fabric, these chinos feature a classic cut and contrasting belt loops. They also have off-seam pockets, a button fly, and rear welt pockets.
Field Mechanic Jacket, $198
Garment-dyed and broken-in, this jacket has a standing collar and a foldable zip hood. It also has flap patch pockets, adjustable tabs at cuffs, and a zip closure.
Ludlow Wing Tips, $298
These shoes feature Italian calf leather uppers and a Goodyear welt construction. They also have full-grain outsoles and full leather stacked heels.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#2: Lightweight Italian cashmere sweaters
Lightweight Italian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater, $198
This sweater features long sleeves, a crew neckline, and beautiful Italian cashmere.
Garment-Dyed T-Shirt, $45
Crafted in garment-dyed cotton, this shirt has a chest pocket at a rib trim on the neckline.
10.5” Club Short in Lightweight Chino, $59.50
These shorts have narrow legs and a refined cut. They also feature a zip fly and a hook-and-bar closure at the waist.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#3: J.Crew sunglasses
Irving Sunglasses in Soft Tortoise, $118
These sunglasses have a rectangular shape and 100% UV protection. They also feature an acetate frame with CR-39 lenses.
Sam Sunglasses in Tokyo Tortoise, $118
These sunglasses feature J.Crew’s take on the classic round shape. They also have 100% UV protection and an acetate frame with CR-39 lenses.
These sunglasses showcase J.Crew’s take on the classic aviator shades. They also feature stainless steel and 100% UV protection.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#4: Stretch denim
484 Stretch Selvedge Jean in Raw Indigo, $175
These jeans were made from indigo-dyed Japanese selvedge denim. They feature a traditional five-pocket styling, a slim fit, and a button fly.
Ludlow Blazer in Microcheck Cotton, $228
Crafted in lightly washed indigo-dyed cotton fabric, this blazer has a two-button closure. It also has pickstitching along the lapel, a double vent, and nonfunctional buttons on the cuffs.
Textured Pocket T-Shirt in Wavy Stripe, $39.50
This yarn-dyed shirt features a classic nautical-striped pattern. It also has short sleeves, a chest pocket, and a rib trim on the neckline.
Classic Macalister Boots in Suede, $148
These boots have Italian suede uppers and cotton laces. They also feature a stitched-out welt construction, natural eyelets, and authentic rubber soles.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#5: The made-in-LA henley
Garment-Dyed Henley, $59.50
This henley shirt was made from garment-dyed cotton fabric. It also has long sleeves and a rib trim on the cuffs.
Garment-Dyed V-Neck T-Shirt, $45
Also crafted in garment-dyed cotton, this shirt has short sleeves, a V-shaped neckline, and a rib trim.
770 Jean in Rinsed White, $125
These jeans have a zip fly and a traditional five-pocket style.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#6: Vans for J.Crew Sk8-Hi
Vans for J.Crew Sk8-Hi Sneakers in Suede, $70
These shoes come in designer colors such as dress blues and turtledove. They also have all-suede uppers, a lace-up design, a leather lining, and rubber soles.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#7: Brushed fleece sweatshirts
Brushed Fleece Hoodie, $79.50
This sweatshirt has a drawstring hood and a kangaroo pocket. It also has long sleeves and a rib trim on the waist.
Saint James Levant Modern Nautical T-Shirt, $69
This cotton tee comes in a marine ecru designer color. It also has a striped design and a fitted cut.
Wallace & Barnes Cotton-Hemp Selvedge Denim Short, $118
These shorts were made from cotton-hemp selvedge denim. They are also lightly rinsed and feature a button fly.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#8: The field mechanic jacket
Field Mechanic Jacket, $198
Based on a vintage military mechanic’s jacket, this has been garment-dyed and broken-in. It also has a foldable zip hood, a standing collar, a zip closure, flap patch pockets, and adjustable tabs.
Saint James Unisex Meridien II Nautical T-Shirt, $95
This cotton tee comes in a designer color called marine tulip. It also has long sleeves and a striped design.
Ludlow Penny Loafers in Cigar Brown, $288
These loafers feature Italian calf leather uppers and a Goodyear welt construction. They also have full leather stacked heels, leather soles, and full-grain leather lining.
J.Crew Style Guide: 9 Things to Wear Right Now
#9: Lacoste for J.Crew
Lacoste for J.Crew Polo Shirt, $98
This polo shirt features an updated slim fit and the iconic reptilian logo. It also has short sleeves and notched tennis tails.
Ludlow Dinner Jacket in Italian Wool, $525
This jacket features Italian wool, a Bemberg lining, a satin shawl collar, and a one-button closure. It also has nonfunctional buttons on the cuffs, a double vent, and pickstitching along the collar, lapel, and pockets.
Wallace & Barnes Straight Selvedge Jean in Brighton Wash, $298 (sold out)
These jeans were made from Japanese selvedge denim. They also feature a button fly and a traditional five-pocket styling.
These iconic skate sneakers are available in a classic colorway. They also have canvas uppers, rubber soles, and a canvas lining.
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