A CUT ABOVE
TAILORING / COCKTAIL HOUR CONFIDENCE
Cocktail hour is where formality relaxes just enough to let personality in. It is the moment between day and night when the light softens, the pace shifts, and the right outfit signals you understand the occasion without overplaying it. This is not black tie, but it is not casual either. It is a precise middle ground where fabric, fit and finish matter most.
A well-cut blazer is the anchor. CALIBRE’s Wool Cashmere Textured Blazer in navy carries an understated richness that works effortlessly in low light. Pair it with slim-fit pure wool evening trousers in black, a fluid shirt in a matching navy, and Dylan Chelsea Boots for a look that feels intentional without being overly structured. It moves easily through conversations, photographs and the occasional impromptu toast.
For a more relaxed yet still polished option, the Linen Wool Hopsack Blazer in black offers a lighter handle while keeping its shape. Worn with a long sleeve ribbed henley in off-white, cotton twill trousers in black and the same Chelsea boots, it leans into a quieter kind of sophistication. You are dressed for the event, but you have not sacrificed comfort or ease.
If the mood calls for something bolder, our Flecked Blazer in silver layered over black slim wool twill trousers and a crisp white Signature Tailored Shirt is an effortless conversation starter. Add a floral jacquard tie and a cream pocket square for a touch of formality, or leave the collar open for a more relaxed look. Footwear here can shift the energy, loafers for easy charm, polished derbies for a sharper edge.
The key to cocktail hour confidence is balance. Every element, from the cut of your jacket to the texture of your shirt should work together without a single piece shouting for attention. The look is not about excess; it is about control, precision and the kind of ease that comes from knowing you are exactly where you are meant to be.
