How men can dress well and feel confident after 50
A strong yet sophisticated selection for the 50-year-old man Gap Organic Cotton Poplin Classic Shirt ($47, gap.com) featuring a trim, straight fit and soft brown stripes for a sartorial pick-me-up. The 60-year-old will appreciate the combination of an added stretch for comfort and a shot of color for visual appeal. Bonobos Everyday Shirt ($89, bonobos.com) in a bright but subtle dusty rose check. Featuring a universally attractive Mediterranean-blue check, L.L.Bean’s Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt ($70, llbean.com) has a roomy, traditional fit and the natural comfort of pure cotton with extra moisture wicking technology for hot days: perfect for a partner’s seventh decade.
Lands & Bedford Rib Quarter Zip Pullover Sweater in Oasis Blue.
lands End
sweater layering
When the weather is looking nice but feeling a little chilly, and wearing a polo or knit shirt alone won’t suffice, a lightweight summer sweater adds an easy layer of warmth and a confident glow. A detailed style caters to the 50s age range, while an elevated style on a quarter-zip pullover is suitable for the middle years. Even the venerable cardigan gets a sleeker look.
It’s all about spontaneity J.Crew Factory Cotton Crewneck Sweater-T ($30, factory.jcrew.com), in a universally attractive shade of heathered stone that compliments any look. Lands End Bedford Rib Quarter Zip Pullover Sweater ($40, landsend.com) exudes a sporty style in soft brushed, washable cotton-blend knit with contrast collar. breathable and lightweight, Charles Tyrwhitt’s Pure Merino Cardigan ($89, charlestyrwhitt.com) features clean lines and a high-V-neck that lies flat for a streamlined look.
(From left) Banana Republic Factory Athletic-Fit Summerweight Chinos in Salted Pretzel; Lands’ End Men’s Classic Fit Lightweight Twill Deck Pant in Desert Tan.
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trousers on deck
When life comes easy, a pair of comfortable fitting trousers is a must-have in warm weather. Lucky for you, the new breed of men’s khakis and lightweight pants boast expandable waist treatment and are made from comfortable cotton fabric with a welcome soupcon of stretch to get you through a busy day of running errands – or a lazy afternoon of relaxation.
Banana Republic Factory’s Athletic-Fit Summerweight Chinos ($48, bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com) Combine a relaxed silhouette with an elastic waistband (with belt loops for camouflage) and moderate stretch that will take colleagues over 50 from the office to off-time. Barebottom’s Stretch Easy Pant ($70, bearbottomclothing.com), in garment-dyed cotton, has a clean look in a forgiving fit and four-way stretch, making it a mainstay in any 60-something’s wardrobe. For a 70 year old man, Lands’ End Men’s Classic Fit Lightweight Twill Deck Pant ($70, landsend.com) An adjustable elastic waistband allows for added ease at the waist and through the hip and thigh.
