This outfit nods to the kind of style you see from your favorite European menswear influencers, a way of dressing where things are simple, well-fitting, and put together without leaning formal. The ones who always look sharp without wearing anything loud. They mix soft tailoring, vintage watches, worn-in denim, and handmade shoes like it’s second nature.
And most of the time, their wardrobes are built on rare labels and pieces that cost more than most of us would ever spend.
This is the version that makes sense in real life. The structure comes from a knit blazer instead of wool. The shoes echo that rugged French moc-toe shape without the boutique price tag. Everything feels good on, fits well, and looks like it belongs together. It’s built around texture, tone, and ease.
Nothing’s stiff, but nothing’s sloppy. The whole look moves with you.
Faherty Inlet Knit Blazer
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Feels like a hoodie but shapes the outfit like a jacket. Unlined and soft, it holds structure without locking you in. Faherty leans coastal American, but the knit texture and relaxed tailoring line up with the European philosophy: comfortable, clean, no excess.
White Linen Shirt
Lightweight and breathable, the linen brings a softness that plays against the knit blazer. Rolled sleeves keep it casual and relaxed. This kind of shirt doesn’t try to impress, it just does its job well. Read why a white linen shirt is a summer staple.
Levi’s 501 Light Wash Straight Jeans
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Simple and familiar. The light wash gives them a casual base while the straight leg keeps them versatile. Their modern, fuller fit doesn't call attention to themselves, and that’s what makes them effective here. They hold everything else in place while feeling fresh.
Read my whole guide on switching to the Levi's 501.
Brown Wallabee-style Moc Toe Shoes
→ GH Bass
These are a nod to the Paraboot Michael, a French classic. With their moc toe shape and substantial profile, they feel heritage-driven but still wearable every day. They walk that line between rugged and refined. The real thing is expensive, but the look can be achieved with alternatives like these from GH Bass that echo the same shape and attitude.
Cream Socks
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Subtle but effective. They soften the break between jeans and shoes and echo the shirt, adding visual consistency. These kinds of choices are small but do a lot of work when it comes to making an outfit feel considered.
Croc-Embossed Brown Belt
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The texture gives it presence without being flashy. It matches the tone of the shoes, which helps everything feel unified.
Rectangular Gold Dress Watch
→ Fossil
Classic square face. Vintage roots. A design tied to the First World War, but now worn for its quiet elegance. It brings in that sense of heritage that shows up often in European style: subtle but with a story. See another way to wear it in our Chris Pine 80s look.
Canvas and Leather Weekender Bag
Functional, not just for looks. It adds to the outfit’s practicality and fits with the rest of the textures. The canvas and leather mix keeps it grounded in utility rather than flash.
Vintage NY Cap
Adds character, it’s the only overtly casual piece, but it works because the rest of the outfit leaves space for it. It makes the whole thing feel personal.
Cremo Italian Bergamot Cologne
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Clean and fresh, without leaning sweet or heavy. Citrus-forward. Think of it as the finishing touch that complements the rest of the outfit’s energy.
