Men's style: The luxe guide to winter dressing

The festive season may be all about glitz and glam with fine jewellery watches and eye-catching sea-inspired cufflinks but the well-dressed gent knows that, when it comes to real style, it's the details that matter. Subtle luxe touches add elegance to clothes and accessories - Robert Johnston picks some of the best.

Tomas Maier blazer

Bottega Veneta’s Tomas Maier’s eponymous label may be a little laid-back but it still expresses the values of pared-down perfection, as evidenced by this ultra-chic suede blazer.

Suede blazer, £1,780, Tomas Maier at Mr Porter

These suave, smart lambskin gloves feature piqué stitching and a subtle elongated “H” logo at the wrist. But the true beauty is that they are touchscreen-compatible.

Leather gloves, £445, Hermès

RRL takes its name from Ralph Lauren’s Colorado ranch, the “Double RL” – named after Lauren and his wife Ricky. The label is heavily influenced by Western style – as seen in this indigo-dyed printed cotton scarf – and is a favourite with urban cowboys.

Cotton scarf, £160, Ralph Lauren

These made-to-order shoes let you dress your feet in unique style thanks to customisation options, including material and individual lettering on the sole.

Made-to-order shoes, from £590, Salvatore Ferragamo

Not surprising for an animal that survives on the Tibetan plateau, yak fibre has amazing heat-keeping properties. It can also be as soft as cashmere – as well as having anti-microbial properties – making this truly luxurious knitwear.

Cardigan, £1,195, Ermenegildo Zegna

Made in Italy from lightweight, black aluminium, these Composit 1.0 sunglasses are extremely comfortable, while the mirrored lenses add drama.

Sunglasses, £389, Dior Homme

The elegantly relaxed silhouette of these trousers in soft corduroy has echoes of Cary Grant and Gregory Peck.

Corduroy trousers, £500, Giorgio Armani

Nothing says Riviera more than the classic red-and-green Gucci stripe. And under the direction of Alessandro Michele no other label is hotter right now, so let your luggage do the talking.

Leather bag, £1,990, Gucci