Thinking of smart casual? There's no better way to do it than a nice sports jacket or blazer over a crisp shirt. Slightly more formal occasions require trousers to match, while an evening with friends demand for a nice pair of jeans.

Suggested patterns range from a plain blue blazer which truly is the most versatile jacket any man must have to checks and self designs. Current trends are looking at sports jackets made from a blend of silk, linen and wool. Such fabrics add a lot more depth to color and allow the wearer to sport them on either a formal or more casual event.