BROOKS BROTHERS SET FOR STAMPEDE AND QUALITY SUMMER FASHION

Brooks Brothers celebrates summer in Calgary with classic designs and fashionable attire. The store, located at The CORE, features three stories of mens and womenswear, rooted in almost two centuries of history. Their collections can be seen on collegiate shoppers, corporate businessmen and even fabulous celebrities like Reese Witherspoon.

This summer, men should stock their wardrobe with Brooks Brothers’ summer staples.

Madras – a light weight cotton fabric typically with patterned texture or plaid design – is back in full blast and seen used in shirts, pants, shorts, swim trunks and even ties.

Match a Madras shirt with a pair of Levi’s jeans, made exclusively for Brooks Brothers, and you’ll be ready for the Calgary Stampede. The exclusive set of jeans from Levi’s can be found in three different fits to better suit your style. Made in the USA, the pure cotton fabrics are super-soft and super comfortable, highlighting Brooks Brothers’ focus on high quality.

Another summer staple to include in both mens and womens’ wardrobe is the non-iron shirt. Brooks Brothers’ “miracle shirt” comes in three different fits – tailored, fitted, and classic. These cotton shirts will stay “wrinkle-free” and make you look fresh all day. They are a definite must when traveling.

Moreover, the Seersucker is also a summer essential. The unique texture of this all-cotton fabric is a combination of flat and puckered materials that allows outfits to “breathe”, keeping you cool on the hottest of days. Like the Madras, you will see Seersucker in every style – jackets, capris, skirts, shorts, shirts, suits, and even pyjamas!

For womenswear, look for the “military trench”. This gorgeous cotton jacket is simple and elegant for everyday wear and can easily be dressed up for a night out on-the-town.

“Don’t limit yourself” is the ultimate secret Brooks Brothers shares with Calgary Fashion. A fantastic example of someone thinking outside the box is Reese Witherspoon. She has been wearing the “classic prep blazer” from the boys’ section of Brooks Brothers collection as her “boyfriend” jacket.

Words by Elle Nguyen

Photography by Linda Sui Lem