Chris Elvidge

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Why we need to slow down fast fashion

The shift to online retail has devalued well-made clothes. It’s time to change that, argues Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Wednesday 28th April 2021

The best ski style for the slopes

Not quite mastered the notoriously tricky art of skiing? Fret not – get the right kit and half the battle is won

Published: Friday 6th December 2019

Loosen up your style this summer

Getting away from it all on holiday includes escaping your fashion restraints too. Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge tells us how to loosen up in style this summer

Published: Friday 26th July 2019

How to win summer style

Temperatures are on the rise and it’s time to raise your fashion game, too. Take your summer style cues from Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Friday 5th July 2019

How loafers went from casual to smart

While they started life as a casual shoe, loafers are now very much seen as a way to add formal flair to your look

Published: Wednesday 29th May 2019

How to wear pink

Chris Elvidge says it’s time to embrace your wild side and choose something outside of your usual look. This season, branch out and think pink

Published: Monday 13th May 2019

Go bold with your wardrobe this spring

It’s not just the weather that’s getting brighter – this Spring is all about embracing fluoro hues, and the bolder the better, says Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Tuesday 2nd April 2019

Put aside childish things – it's time your wardrobe grew up

Milan Fashion Week revealed a shift that many have been waiting for – it’s time to start dressing like grown-ups again

Published: Thursday 14th February 2019

The importance of a versatile wardrobe

The key to success when dressing for ‘the weather’ is ensuring your wardrobe is as versatile as possible, says Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Wednesday 26th September 2018

Vive La France: look across the Channel for stylistic inspiration

French menswear is having a moment, and you should look across the Channel for your style cues this season, suggests Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Monday 20th August 2018

Why men can't get enough of 1950s style

The style of 1950s America never goes out of fashion, and a new collection from Mr Porter and Prada will keep it going even longer

Published: Monday 4th June 2018

Dress like a Kingsman by combining your workout gear with your wardrobe

Didn’t think tracksuits were trendy? Think again, as it’s time for leisurewear to shine. You just need to make sure you do it right, says Mr Porter’s Chris Elvidge

Published: Friday 15th September 2017

How to pull off a summer jacket

It’s that awkward time of year when whatever you wear, the weather seems to disagree. You need a lightweight jacket.

Published: Wednesday 31st May 2017

Make your style retro this spring

If you want to be fashion forward this spring, you need to look back. Retro is all the rage – are you cool enough to pull it off?

Published: Monday 24th April 2017