It's time to leave the winter behind – the gorgeous seasonal designs of Salvatore Ferragamo represent the most elegant style decisions a man can make over the coming sunshine months…  

There's a tendancy to strip down in summer, relying on overworn Polo shirts, loose fitting slacks and all too informal shorts. That's fine for a lazy sunday afternoon but Gentry say there's no reason to skimp on the style simply because the sun's shining. To remedy the sartorial malaise, we pick out the best lightweight suits around, to help you keep your cool…

Check out all of Ferragamo's fine summer collection right here…

If you're thinking of going all "Southern gent", then you won't find any better garments than Ferragamo's exquisite collection of white summer suits. The pick of the bunch has to be Look number 2 :a White cotton satin and silk suit with White cotton muslin shirt with pleated motif. It's perfect for a wasted afternoon and essential-wear for all those after sun parties.   

For the office or an outdoors meeting, why not slip into the cool satin and silk of Look number 9 , finished off with a quirky cream bowtie?

Something for the weekend… Look number 15 offers you the ideal combination for a quick city break: A dashing g    rey washed nappa sport jacket, a neat turquoise ribbed woollen and very sharp grey lightweight woollen pants. You won't suffer any extra charges on the weight of your weekend bag, that's for sure.

The sheer craftsmanship of Ferragamo is beyind doubt, the brand is now flourishing through its third generation. but it's not the label, it's the absolute quality Gentry's fallen in love with. These are perfect summer suits in our book.

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