Casual Elegance: style that combines comfort and class
The perfect balance between practicality and refinement for winter looks suited to any occasion
The philosophy of Casual Elegance
Casual Elegance is not just a trend, but a true philosophy of style based on the ability to combine the comfort of everyday wear with the attention to detail typical of classic elegance.
In winter, this combination becomes essential: technical jackets, refined knitwear, versatile trousers and understated accessories come together to create functional yet polished looks.
The secret of a casual elegant style lies in balance: choosing garments that offer freedom of movement and warmth while maintaining clean lines and harmonious proportions.
The final effect is a look that appears simple, but is actually built with great attention to material quality and visual coherence.
The comfort of technical fabrics and the elegance of detail
Contemporary fashion has moved beyond the separation between casual and formal.
Today, men and women who live in the city seek comfort, but also the freedom to express their personality through what they wear.
Technical fabrics such as Surflex or Thermo Light, used by RRD, perfectly represent this evolution. They provide thermal protection, elasticity and durability while maintaining a sophisticated aesthetic.
When paired with fine merino or cashmere knitwear, these garments become the foundation of winter outfits capable of adapting to any situation, from work to leisure.
The determining factor is versatility: technical trousers can look elegant when paired with a crisp shirt and a minimal overcoat, while a structured fabric jacket can replace the classic blazer for a relaxed yet refined look.
The authentic elegance of British heritage
In the world of Casual Elegance, the balance between practicality and sophistication finds one of its most authentic expressions in British style.
It is a discreet form of elegance, built on durable materials, natural colours and essential lines — garments made to last, gaining character and charm over time.
Brands like Barbour perfectly embody this philosophy.
Their jackets, inspired by outdoor living and the English countryside, have evolved into urban icons while preserving their distinctive character.
Today, the brand’s charm lies in its ability to combine heritage and modernity, offering functional, refined and timeless garments.
It’s the same idea of elegance found in Casual Elegance: a style that is never ostentatious, but built on quality, consistency and authenticity — values that transcend seasons and generations.
Neutral colours and smart layering
Winter is the ideal season to play with volume and layering.
The golden rule is to maintain a neutral palette — grey, beige, navy, black and olive green — and experiment with textures: velvet, wool, technical cotton and matte nylon create visual depth without excess.
Layering allows you to adapt your look to any setting.
A cotton T-shirt under a turtleneck, a cardigan over a shirt or a padded jacket under a technical coat are all combinations that offer warmth and a dynamic sense of style.
The key is to balance proportions — softer volumes on top, slimmer lines below — for a contemporary and harmonious effect.
Essential accessories to complete the look
Casual Elegance also reveals itself through the details.
Wool hats, cashmere scarves and leather gloves add warmth and personality without weighing down the outfit.
A pair of clean sneakers or leather boots complete the look, maintaining the perfect balance between comfort and refinement.
Accessories should stay consistent with the main palette and textures: a touch of colour or a mix of materials, such as wool and leather, can make even the simplest outfit unique.
From work to weekend: a versatile approach to dressing
The strength of Casual Elegance lies in its ability to adapt to every moment of the day.
A fine wool sweater paired with technical chinos works equally well for the office or for an evening out; a waxed Barbour jacket or an RRD down jacket completes the look with functionality and character.
This approach to dressing goes beyond the logic of “occasions” and embraces a more fluid and contemporary vision of fashion, where quality and consistency become true hallmarks of style.
Casual Elegance: the new normal of style
Casual Elegance represents the perfect balance between classic elegance and modern practicality.
It offers a concrete response to today’s fast-paced lifestyle, where comfort does not exclude beauty and functionality does not erase identity.
In a world where fashion changes rapidly, choosing well-made, versatile and durable garments is the best way to express an authentic and conscious sense of style.
Casual Elegance is not a compromise, but an evolution — the meeting point between tradition and innovation, between freedom and attention to detail.