An outsized stand collar and cuffs add a touch of drama to an otherwise relaxed ensemble.

Wool shirt and wool trousers, from Bottega Veneta.

Once synonymous with skinny suits, Celine creative director Hedi Slimane softens his silhouette ever so slightly for Spring.

Wool jacket, silk shirt, wool trousers and leather belt, from Celine. Technical mesh and rubber sneakers, from Dior.

Hermes elevates the everyday with pieces such as a grid-patterned shirt made of leather and a jacket with details inspired by outdoor gear.

(On him) Leather shirt and cotton vest, from Hermes. (On her) Cotton jacket, silk crepe jumpsuit, metal and leather ear cuff, from Hermes.

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Trench-coat-like details such as a wide lapel give a certain pizzazz to a utilitarian jumpsuit.

Cotton-linen jumpsuit and canvas sneakers, from Hermes.

Givenchy continues to meld couture codes with modernity in unexpected combinations.

Tweed jacket, organza top and denim shorts, from Givenchy.

Offbeat colours and seemingly disparate elements come together in one eclectic package.

Wool jacket, cotton shirt, wool trousers and silk cravat, from Gucci.

Create long, lean lines with a dress with a cascading hem — and leggings that segue into heels.

Polyamide jersey dress, from Max Mara. Leather heels with cotton knit leggings, from Balenciaga. Leather and gold-plated choker, and leather and gold-plated bangle, from Hermes.

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