Check mates As with other sectors of menswear, suiting goes through fads. New fits, trendy detailing and cutting-edge fabrics can, ironically, date rather quickly, so the smart man buys his suits from established names that produce timeless garments. Ralph Lauren Purple Label is one such name and its classic suits for autumn-winter maintain the sharp cuts but add interesting and bold patterns, such as the ensemble of check suit (HK$52,000), dress shirt (HK$4,100), tie (HK$1,490) and buckle shoes (all far left; HK$12,500). For something a little less bold but no less striking there's the brown suit (HK$50,500), dress shirt (HK$4,100), tie (HK$1,790) and brown leather shoes (all left; HK$11,000). Ralph Lauren is in The Landmark, Central, tel: 2869 0388.
