What do I wear…

Two stylish men pose in a contemporary setting. One leans against a decorative column, while the other relaxes on a black sofa, adorned with quirky decor.

What do I wear…When I’m in my opulent ’80s era?

The tailoring’s booming.

By Lucas Pantoja

8 May 2025 · 1 min read

Call it opulence, not-so-quiet-quiet-luxury, or ‘boom boom’ — the recent term coined by trend forecaster Sean Monahan — but we’ve seen it before in the ’80s and we’re seeing it across culture now. We’re talking about strong suiting, hard frames, Scarface-level summer shirts and conspicuous watches — a spectrum of style that extends all the way from Patrick Bateman to Patrick Schwarzenegger in The White Lotus.

Whether you’re living out your dream vacation, or simply dressing like the boss at the office — here’s what to wear now that you’ve entered your opulent ’80s era *someone queue the Huey Lewis*.

POWER BLAZERS

These blazers are proof that suiting doesn’t have to be uptight and overly formal, but can simultaneously be the most exciting and versatile element in your wardrobe.

POWER BLAZERS

These blazers are proof that suiting doesn’t have to be uptight and overly formal, but can simultaneously be the most exciting and versatile element in your wardrobe.

THE NOT-SO-STIFF COLLAR

Be it a chic polo shirt tucked in below a belt, or a soft button up so beautiful it needs to be hung on the walls of the Prado; you can never have too many fancy shirts.

THE NOT-SO-STIFF COLLAR

Be it a chic polo shirt tucked in below a belt, or a soft button up so beautiful it needs to be hung on the walls of the Prado; you can never have too many fancy shirts.