Not since I was a wee bairn have I had such a strong desire to wear my bathers all day, everyday. Back then I was enamoured with a lycra one piece in a collision of colours, and now, oh look, it’s a lycra one piece in a collision of colours.
My affection for these limited edition togs comes from a more profound place than that though – it comes from the place that loves dramatic stallions, old convertibles and smoking Hollywood gentlemen. A place where a pair of shiny red leggings and some space glasses is the perfect outfit. A place where bad moods go to die.**Yes, We Are Handsome, the latest collaborative effort from designers Indhra Chagoury (Oscar & Elvis) and Jeremy Somers (People Like Us) has tapped into my deepest vintage desires. I’m guessing yours too.
So, here’s the plan: throw away your real clothes and join me for a summer where smart casual is dead and pants are optional. The champagne tastes sweeter here.
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