Beams Fashion for Men

Japanese label Beams Plus always re-spins American classics in the coolest way possible, and its AW17 collection is inspired by the bookish elegance of '50s Beatniks. This coat has been deftly tailored from tonal-grey herringbone Harris Tweed® wool - a material known for its rugged texture and richly heathered appearance. Wear it over a rollneck sweater to capture the elegant insouciance of Mr Allen Ginsberg. Shown here with Beams Plus sweater, Officine Generale shirt, Junya Watanabe chinos, Converse sneakers. - - Tonal-grey Harris Tweed® - Buttoned cuff tabs, two front buttoned pockets, internal pockets, partially lined - Button fastenings - 100% wool; 100% cupro - Dry clean - Imported

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Research on fabrics and textiles â" how they were constructed and developed, how they could be developed further, is where Beams Plus Director Mr Shinsuke Nakada says the brand invests its time. Made from stretch-nylon twill, these gusseted trousers are designed with an elasticated waistband and cuffs for a comfortable, flexible fit. Shown here with Beams Plus T-shirt, Folk jacket, Converse sneakers. - - Midnight-blue stretch-nylon twill - Elasticated drawstring waistband, buttoned fly, two buttoned on-seam pockets, two back buttoned patch pockets, elasticated cuffs, cream grosgrain trims - 90% nylon, 10% polyurethane; trim: 100% cotton - Machine wash - Imported

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Tokyo-based brand Beams Plus re-imagines traditional American post-war clothing, which became more popular in Japan than stateside. These tactile cream trousers are cut for a slim fit from a cotton-blend with a ribbed pattern similar to classic corduroy. Wear them as you would your favourite khakis. Shown here with Beams Plus jacket, Beams Plus T-shirt, Yuketen boots. - - Cream cotton-blend - Belt loops, five pockets - Button and zip fastening - 98% cotton, 2% polyurethane - Machine wash - Imported

Japanese casualwear brand Beams makes kitsch look cool with this 'Aloha' shirt. It's made from light, breathable voile and printed with a collection of pineapples. The camp-collar shape looks modern rather than retro with a tee layered underneath. Shown here with Arpenteur T-shirt, Neighborhood jeans, Mikia bracelet, Mikia bracelet. - - Navy and white voile - Camp collar, chest patch pocket - Button fastenings - 100% rayon - Machine wash - Made in Japan

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Beams Plus ' Director Mr Shinsuke Nakada imagined a dreamy Californian scene when designing this T-shirt - the bright turquoise shade is inspired by the ocean and sky. Cut for a regular fit, it has been made in Japan from lightweight cotton-jersey. Wear yours with cuffed jeans or tapered sweats. Shown here with Beams Plus trousers, Folk jacket, Converse sneakers. - - Turquoise, navy and white cotton-jersey - Crew neck - 100% cotton - Machine wash - Made in Japan

The wool produced by Shetland sheep is naturally insulating and soft. Beams Plus ' sweater is jacquard-knitted with a heritage-inspired pattern and has a thick, dense feel - perfect for keeping warm during the winter months. Try it layered over a button-down shirt. Shown here with Sacai trousers, Sacai shirt, Converse sneakers. - - Charcoal and ivory Shetland wool - Crew neck, ribbed trims - 100% wool - Dry clean - Imported

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Beams Plus Director Mr Shinsuke Alex Nakada modernises mid-century American styles by adjusting fits, improving details and developing fabrics that wear better over time. Made from stretch-nylon twill, these slim-cut trousers are gusseted and have an elasticated drawstring waistband. All of the pockets are buttoned, so you don't have to worry about losing your things. Shown here with Beams Plus shirt, Vans sneakers. - - Dark-grey stretch-nylon twill - Elasticated drawstring waistband, buttoned fly, two buttoned on-seam pockets, two back buttoned patch pockets, elasticated cuffs, cream grosgrain trims - 90% nylon, 10% polyurethane; trim: 100% cotton - Machine wash - Imported

Beams Plus ' purposeful designs are based on American workwear, so the Tokyo brand intentionally opts for fabrics with a robust quality. Knitted in a thick waffle pattern, this hoodie has ribbing down the sides - a feature you'd spot on vintage athletic styles. The comfy fit makes it such a good choice for lounging at home, but it's great with jeans and slip-on sneakers, too. Shown here with Levi's Vintage Clothing T-shirt, Levi's Vintage Clothing jeans, KAPITAL jacket, Vans sneakers. - - Grey waffle-knit cotton-jersey - Drawstring hood, ribbed trims - 100% cotton - Hand wash - Made in Japan

For AW17, Japanese label Beams Plus references the '50s-era Beat generation, adding a contemporary slant to East Coast staples such as this navy shirt, which is cut for a comfortable fit from cotton-flannel. Take styling cues from the casual elegance of Mr Jack Kerouac by wearing yours open over a white T-shirt. Shown here with Beams Plus jacket, OrSlow jeans, Sunspel T-shirt, Converse sneakers. - - Navy cotton-flannel - Button-down collar, buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket - Button fastenings - 100% cotton - Machine wash or dry clean - Made in Japan

Made in Japan, Beams ' hoodie is cut from loopback cotton-jersey that has a substantial, spongy handle. The dark-grey mélange makes it an easy piece to put on high rotation in your casual wardrobe. It's lightly distressed and has exposed flatlock seams, so don't worry about wearing it out - it'll only add to the vintage appeal. Shown here with Remi Relief shirt, Beams jeans, Converse sneakers. - - Dark-grey mélange loopback cotton-jersey - Drawstring hood, front pouch pocket, ribbed trims, lightly distressed - 100% cotton - Hand wash or dry clean - Made in Japan

Beams ' buffalo checked shirt serves a dual purpose - wear it as top layer on temperate autumn days or buttoned up for added warmth when the temperature dips. It's inspired by heritage workwear and has been made in Japan from thick and weighty cotton-twill. The tonal blues will pair just as well with jeans as they do navy trousers. Shown here with NN07 trousers, Converse sneakers, Luis Morais bracelet, Peyote Bird bracelet. - - Midnight and storm-blue cotton-twill - Classic collar, buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket - Button fastenings - 100% cotton - Hand wash or dry clean - Made in Japan

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Beams Plus takes design cues from traditional American workwear, but constructs its pieces using traditional Japanese techniques. This shirt is cut slim from an airy blend of linen and cotton, making it ideal to wear year-round. The slub finish adds a relaxed feel to the classic checked pattern. Shown here with Norse Projects trousers, Converse sneakers. - - Teal, white and grey linen and cotton-blend - Spread collar, buttoned cuffs and chest patch pockets, white top-stitching - Button fastenings - 53% linen, 47% cotton - Machine wash - Made in Japan

EXCLUSIVE AT MR PORTER.COM. Beams Plus Director Mr Shinsuke Nakada draws inspiration from American culture - kitted with large pockets, these 'Baker' shorts reference classic workwear. Cut slim from Japanese canvas, they have a natural give and a versatile neutral hue. Shown here with Beams Plus shirt, Converse sneakers. - - Sand canvas - Internal drawstring waistband, belt loops, four pockets - Button and zip fastening - 100% polyester - Machine wash - Designer colour: Tan - Imported

The Fair Isle sweater originates from the Scottish Shetland Isles and gained popularity in the early 1920s when the Duke of Windsor, then the Prince of Wales, was photographed wearing one â" as an arbiter of style, his influence helped make the knit a commercial success. Hand-spun from hefty wool and woven with an archival pattern, this version by Beams Plus is perfectly suited to chilly winter days. Shown here with Acne Studios trousers, Maison Kitsuné T-shirt, Levi's Vintage Clothing jacket, Converse sneakers. - - Grey, navy and blue wool - Crew neck, ribbed trims - 100% wool - Dry clean - Imported

Japanese brand Beams Plus takes its inspiration from traditional workwear. Cut for a comfortable regular fit that'll even suit those with broad shoulders, this shirt is made from soft cotton that's patterned in a traditional Black Watch check. Try it open over a white tee. Shown here with The Workers Club jeans, Levi's Vintage Clothing T-shirt, Converse sneakers, Polo Ralph Lauren socks. - - Dark-green, navy and black cotton - Button-down collar, buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket - Button fastenings - 100% cotton - Machine wash - Made in Japan

Beams Plus ' AW17 collection is inspired by the '50s-era Beat Generation - it's titled 'The Subterraneans' after the novella by Mr Jack Kerouac. This cable-knit sweater is spun from beige wool with a soft handle. It's chunky enough to be worn alone, or can be layered over shirts. Shown here with Beams Plus shirt, Beams Plus trousers, Converse sneakers. - - Beige wool - Crew neck, ribbed trims - 100% wool - Dry clean - Imported

Mr Jack Kerouac is the Beatnik muse behind href=http://www.mrporter.com/mens/Designers/Beams_Plus>Beams Plus ' AW17 lineup - the collection is named after his 1958 novella, The Subterraneans . This jacket has been expertly woven by hand from folksy Harris Tweed® wool and has internal and external pockets to slip your phone and cardholder into. Shown here with Junya Watanabe shirt, Remi Relief T-shirt, Sacai trousers, Converse sneakers. - - Tonal-grey Harris Tweed® wool - Notch lapels, non-functioning buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket, two front patch pockets, single vent, internal pocket, partially lined - Three button fastening - 100% wool; 100% cupro - Dry clean - Imported

Beams Plus takes a meticulous approach to design. We are interested in all of the processes, the reason for those processes and their associated historical backgrounds, says the brand's director, Mr Shinsuke Alex Nakada. This attention to detail is why authentically retro pieces like this fuzzy rollneck feel like they could be in a museum dedicated to 1960s New York. Knitted with touches of wool and alpaca, this style has a neat fit that's easy to layer. Shown here with OrSlow jacket, Maison Margiela trousers, The Workers Club socks. - - Black wool, nylon, alpaca and polyurethane-blend - Ribbed trims - 41% wool, 38% nylon, 14% alpaca, 7% polyurethane - Dry clean - Imported

Beams Plus ' Black Watch checked blazer is woven in the traditional dark-green, navy and black of the Scottish infantry battalion tartan. Unstructured tailoring is a speciality of the Japanese brand, and this wool-blend style is cut in a slim fit and only partially lined for flexibility and comfort. Try yours with an Oxford shirt and midnight-blue trousers. Shown here with Junya Watanabe trousers, Beams Plus sweater, Beams Plus shirt, Viberg shoes. - - Navy, dark-green and black wool-blend - Notch lapels, non-functioning buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket, two front flap pockets, single vent, two internal pockets, partially lined - Two button fastening - 98% wool, 2% polyurethane; lining: 60% polyester, 40% cotton; sleeve lining: 100% polyester - Dry clean - Imported

Beams is known for reliable essentials like this black hooded anorak. Made in Japan, it's cut for a comfortable fit from loopback cotton-jersey and panelled with ripstop to withstand wear and tear. Keep it stowed in your bag should the weather take a turn. Shown here with Remi Relief T-shirt, Folk trousers, Vans sneakers. - - Black loopback cotton-jersey - Drawstring hood and hem, front snap-fastening flap pocket, ripstop panels, ribbed trims - Zip fastening - 100% cotton - Hand wash - Made in Japan