Silky Smooth

Clockwise from top left: Shirt by Topman, $55; Shirt by Marc Jacobs, $780; Shirt by Gucci, $625; Shirt by Hermes, $2,675 Photography by Sophy Holland. Styling by Michael Cook. fashion assistants: Gavin Ramsical, Hidana Rocha, Tommy Jefferson. Groomer: Angela Di Carlo. Model: Martijn Maiwald at New York Model Management

Loose and luxurious, silk shirts have long been frowned upon (maybe it's their close association with louche lounge-lizard types). But flowing in the fall runway shows of labels like Hermes and Topman, the fine fabric looked like it had finally found its footing in menswear. Modern silk shirts are a great option for those days when an oxford feels too stuffy and a T-shirt too casual. As for accessories: The new Giorgio Moroder album is encouraged; gold chains are not.