Just because your office has “Casual Friday” doesn’t mean you have the right to look like a bum once a week.  While the ability to wear chinos, or maybe even jeans, once in a while to the office is definitely appealing, it doesn’t mean that you need to be the guy who always dresses way down.  With warm weather coming, lightweight suits are starting to appear more frequently, and there is no reason why you can’t wear your favorite one on a casual Friday, just dress it down a little.  If all of your suits lean towards the dressy side of things, take a look at the Single Button Chino Suit ($380) by Banana Republic.

First things first, to pull this suit off on a casual Friday there are only two simple steps you need to take.  First, lose the tie.  Second, lose the socks.  Both pieces of the Single Button Chino Suit are made of 100% cotton and feature a trim fit for a tailored look straight from the rack.  To keep things a bit simpler when it comes to alterations, Banana Republic sells this suit as separate pieces.  The jacket ($250) is fully lined and features a notched lapel and a single button closure that lends itself to a more casual look without being too casual for times that you aren’t dressing the suit down.  The pants ($130) keep things pretty simple with basic lines and a fit that will keep you looking trim and fit all summer long.  If you are looking to add a bit of color to your suited up casual look, we recommend pairing it with a colorful cotton pocket square.