Essentials: Elevated Casual
There’s nothing more frustrating than receiving an invite to an event, and the dress code is described in some vague terminology that you’ve likely never heard of like smart casual, elevated casual, and dressy casual. The one we’ve been seeing the most as of late is elevated casual — which is a casual dress code that is dressed up with the right blazer, boots, or shirt to “elevate” the style. There’s a fine line between elevated casual and business casual, so either typically works.
Here, we’ve highlighted a few of our favorite pieces for your next event that calls for this type of dress code, headlined of course by the Wills Stretch Wool Blazer.
Wills Stretch Wool Blazer
ELEVATED STYLE
The Wills All Seasons Stretch Wool Blazer a year-round blazer ready for both the office and an evening out. It has an elegantly structured, but not uptight silhouette perfect for your next engagement that calls for an elevated casual outfit. The speckling from the surface’s weave allows you to wear it with jeans and loafers, or matching trousers and a tie. And speaking of that weave and cut, this blazer was made by Portuguese craftsmen, using a blend of wool for temperature balance, polyester for crispness and abrasion-resistance, and a touch of stretch for mobility and comfort.
Price: $328
Relwen Highland Blues Long Sleeve Shirt
CLASSIC DETAILS
A button-down is an elevated casual dress code staple. This one from Relwen features a classic fit with a rounded shirttail waist that tapers in the perfect amount for a polished look.
Price: $168
Taylor Stitch Collins Resin Wash Selvage Denim
TAILORED FIT
Taylor Stitch’s Democratic Brushed Back Jeans were designed for daily wear and to make your next elevated casual event worth the wait. You’ll reach for this pair all spring, and again in late fall.
Price: $119
Rancourt & Co. Brunswick Boots
HUCKBERRY EXCLUSIVE
The difference here comes from the rich Bison leather and careful construction process, including Blake welt construction for added durability. The results are astonishing and covetable — and highly wearable.
Price: $237
Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi 16750
PAPERS INCLUDED
Featuring the iconic Pepsi bezel so coveted by collectors, this 1987 Rolex GMT Master is a classic timepiece that pairs well with a navy blazer and dark denim. Best of all, original papers are included.
Price: $24,773
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