Last month, Justin Bieber hit the streets of New York City wearing his version of an easy-breezy summer outfit: A padded zip-up denim vest, Ouer baggy shorts, and Drew House hotel-style slippers. It was all about the high-low mix—like pairing chunky Off-White sunglasses with a Los Angeles Angels hat. That fashion vibe, slightly disheveled and grungy, is nothing new for Bieber, of course; The pop star has been perfecting the art of being artfully grubby for years. But this summer, I’m particularly inspired by his ongoing commitment to crafting looks that are slightly off. (Yes, I mean that in a good way. Allow me to explain.)
When it comes to summer fashion, the best ensembles are always the ones that feel effortless and casual—nothing too overly styled or perfect. When it’s hot out, after all, the last thing you want your outfit to be is fussy; we’re going for ease, here. It’s precisely what Bieber’s wardrobe is all about this season: The singer has a penchant for taking emerging designers and fresh-off-the-runway pieces and making them feel totally nonchalant, as though he rolled out of bed and threw them on. (And perhaps he did.) Take his recent date night with wife Hailey Bieber, when Justin emerged sporting a crisp, blue Maison Margiela button-up shirt—dressy enough, right?—but offset it with extremely baggy jeans, black leather clogs, and sporty Prada shades. The whole thing felt casually cool, and not in a try-hard way.
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