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The knit-polo experiment with clean denim

Heather-grey knit polo, navy chore jacket, faded straight denim, and black loafers. The quiet texture keeps the adjacent colored-top experiment grounded.

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The knit-polo experiment with clean denim menswear outfit

Why this outfit works

The Faded Straight Denim establishes the silhouette and gives the outfit a deliberate foundation. The Navy Chore Jacket adds structure and depth without overpowering the base. The Black Penny Loafer finishes the proportion and keeps the look grounded.

Outfit formula

  • Top Heather Grey Knit Polo John Smedley · $280
  • Layer Navy Chore Jacket Universal Works · $250
  • Bottom Faded Straight Denim A.P.C. · $265
  • Shoes Black Penny Loafer G.H. Bass · $175
  • Accessory Field Watch Citizen · $160
  • Accessory Silver Signet Ring Completedworks · $260

How to wear it

Hem the Faded Straight Denim to skim the shoe instead of pooling at the ankle, which keeps the leg line clean. Keep the Navy Chore Jacket open enough to show the Heather Grey Knit Polo; that separation prevents the upper half from reading as one heavy block. Let the hem clear the Black Penny Loafer so the shoe shape remains visible.

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