Originally Posted by typhoon
I think in the US- the "uniform" of chinos, white button down shirt (eg Ralph Lauren Polo Oxford style shirt), stripey tie (often red silk) and navy blue blazer can look appropriate. In Europe it just doesn't look right.
So what's wrong with looking like an American, if one doesn't mind
looking like one? Chinos are about the most formal slacks I own,
and except when I got to a reception at the Handel House and may
be coerced to wear a tuxedo, I'll most likely be in chinos or jeans for
my entire stay in London later this month.
Jeans- depends on your age and style.
I'm in my mid 50s, slightly overweight. Tough noogies if people
don't want to look at me, or want to look at me strangely.