The well-dressed man moves in style no matter the destination, season, or occasion. Whether it’s a summer wedding, a coastal soirée, or a getaway halfway around the world (or just across town), it’s entirely possible to keep that polished, refined look—even on the road.
It all starts with choosing the right fabrics and styles to beat the summer heat. Think lightweight textures and multi-season materials that hold their shape and keep you cool—without veering into gymwear territory. Wrinkle-resistant, breathable fabrics like open-weave wool, mohair, and linen blends are the go-to choices. And when the temperature spikes (say, at an outdoor wedding), temperature-regulating options like merino wool are key. Prioritize pieces that are easy to pack, comfortable to wear, and resistant to wrinkles, heat, and odor—these are the pillars of smart summer travel dressing.
The best travel-ready wardrobe (like the kind we craft at Anatoly & Sons) blends versatility with effortless style—ready for whatever your day holds, from a city stroll to an impromptu Aperol Spritz. Here are seven standout pieces designed to make your next summer escape more stylish, functional, and comfortable...
FIT Stretch Suit (Charcoal, Medium Grey, Steel Blue)
In the same way you select your fall and winter tailoring with great care, put the same thought into a suit properly crafted for the hot summer months. You might think of our FIT Stretch Suit, with its classic two-button build and natural shoulders, plus side vents, as your answer to any tailored occasion. Better still is the use of lightweight Scabal stretch wool, which also blends in elastane for four-way stretch. Side adjusters give your trousers polish, but the tailored stretch fabric is the real star of the show in the summer heat.
Summer Kid Mohair Suit
Mohair fabric is famously durable, with a crisp hand feel and refined sheen—making it an ideal choice for tailored wear when summer’s most formal occasions come calling. In a handsome shade of elevated navy (perfect with brown suede loafers, for instance), the jacket’s natural-shoulder, two-button build delivers timeless appeal. The high-twist, tightly woven fabric holds its shape in the heat, while drawstring trousers add relaxed comfort to an otherwise polished look.
Huddersfield Fresco Suit
While linen and linen blends remain a go-to for refined summer tailoring, select wool options offer impressive breathability and a polished finish—often with discreet performance features built in. In a rich shade of blue—perfectly paired with off-white suede loafers—this open-weave, high-twist fresco wool suit brings a fresh take on classic design, featuring double vents and a two-button closure. The trousers are refined with a V-split waistband and side adjusters, while the 220-gram wool fabric breathes easily and resists wrinkles, even after hours of wear.
Tropical Wool Traveler Jacket
The modern man is prepared for every style situation imaginable, including those that call for refined style even while traversing crowded airports and bustling city markets. Our Traveler Jacket fits the bill handsomely in matters of both form and function, using a featherlight, unstructured design in a high-twist tropical wool. Our partners at Fox Brothers Cloth devised the perfect fabrication in a rogue-ish shade of brown, ideal for pairing with olive linen trousers, navy blue chinos or even more casual light wash denim. Its four patch pockets offer ample storage for the man who needs his essentials – passport, notebook and wallet among them – easily available.
Linen Herringbone Safari Jacket (100 Hands)
Curating a selection of the best summer travel essentials – in style, with classic appeal and variety – goes well beyond finding an expertly cut blazer or suit. As essential as those items are, venture into the world of lightweight outerwear by way of a traditional safari jacket. The style manages to be debonair and yet highly functional, using Irish linen from our partners at 100 Hands. The linen fabrication is highly breathable while holding its shape over time, and the classic spread collar offers a dash of refinement. Of course, button-front gusseted chest and hip pockets deliver the storage the gentleman on the go needs, every step of the way.
Merino Knit Polo Shirts
Merino wool fabric might be among the more useful fabrics for the stylish man to own, running the gamut from merino basics like the humble T-shirt to more elevated selections, like a handsome knit polo shirt. Merino wool naturally regulates your temperature and resists odor and wrinkles, giving it utility and a sense of polish from the plane right out to lunch or drinks with dinner. Its classic polo collar wears well on its own, but it also pairs handily with a soft-shouldered blazer. And at Anatoly & Sons, we offer ours in a selection of endlessly wearable, classic solid colors.
Suede Sneakers & Loafers
Summer is a time to welcome a bit more texture into your footwear rotation, and suede is an easy, elevated choice—more breathable than leather and endlessly versatile. Our suede sneakers bring a casual edge that can still be dressed up ever-so-slightly, whether worn with denim or lightweight tailoring. Meanwhile, our rubber-soled suede loafers offer a touch more refinement—worn best with tailored shorts or relaxed linen trousers. Opt for a crisp neutral in a shade like Beige or Blue for the right balance of substance and style.
