How to Wear a Short-Sleeve Sweatshirt, A Summer Must-Have for Every Gent

The All-American

Heather grey is the OG of s/s crewie colors, and does have arguably the highest “headed to the ol’ gymnasium” quotient of the bunch. But pair it with dark denim, a lighter denim jacket and a pair of old school Cons? You’re just dialing up nostalgic Americana to supremely stylish effect. 

The Matching Kit

Grabbing a matching pair of sweat shorts to go with your crewie is a surefire streetwear-y hit, but it helps if you’re working with a left-of-center color like this lilac — it just makes the whole thing seem more intentional, and thus, cooler. Bully for you if you can grab a pair of trainers that feature the same color, and please be advised that a nice bit of wrist jewelry can help to elevate the proceedings.

The Rock n’ Rolla

Proof that the s/s crewie isn’t purely the domain of sporty looks — in a washed-out dark color like this dirty plum it pairs great with dark jeans and beat-up boots for some rough-and-tumble swagger. A handsome black timepiece with a little edge never hurt, either.

The Sporty Throwback

Now, this is not all to say that you have to abandon the athletic roots of the s/s crewie entirely — in fact, it makes for a great addition to a sporty kit like this in that it looks a bit more put together than a T-shirt would when your jacket is off. As for the color scheme, check out a vintage Pepsi can and tell us this ain’t what’s up.

The Pink and Tan

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: pink and brown is one of the most slept-on color combinations out there, and more of us need to lean into it. Two great tastes that taste great together, especially when you mix up the deep tan of the chinos with some darker textured suede at the waistline and on your feet. Bonus chill vibes (a perfect fit for the crewie) courtesy of the mocs.

The Artful Fade

In other chromatic news, faded colors = relaxed, beachy feel = perfect for summer. This superlight pastel green is the perfect pairing for your most washed-out denim, which you should then cuff before slipping your feet into a pair of Sabahs (arguably our all-time favorite summer shoe). Add a pop of color at the wrist and you’re good to go.

The Snazzy Seafarer

Calling all preps and sailing (or just sailing attire) enthusiasts — navy, white and yellow are staples of the nautical flag canon, and slightly subverting expectation by pairing your crewie with some sportier shorts from a brand like Kappa is a great way to execute on it. Matching Sperrys + stylin’ sunnies obviously a must.

The Happy Camper

This one’s for those summer nights ‘round the campfire when you want to maintain a warm core but keep your arms freewheelin’ — and in those scenarios, a camo cap and brawny pair of boots are ideal accoutrement.

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