Menswear is riding a different wave that is seeing an interesting mix of streetwear, sportswear, luxury tailored separates as well as gender fluid offerings. The trend focus for spring and summer is statement pieces and accessories that are both functional and trendy. From light tailored pants in feminine shapes to animal prints, checks, bright neo and sequinned fabrics, there is something to cater for every stylish man. Here is a round-up of 7 big trends you should know.
Outfit from The Christian Siriano spring collection. Supplied picture.
1. ANIMAL PRINT :
The fiery leopard print has been
around for decades and has remained
a staple piece for all seasons.
Although it never truly went
away, it’s currently having a major
moment on all runways. Avoid
venturing into pimp territory by
wearing the print from head to toe;
pair it with a solid colour or black.
Outfit from The Christian Siriano
spring collection.
Outfit by CHULAAP by Chu Suwannapha. Picture by SIMON DEINER SDR PHOTO
2. FEMININE SILHOUETTES :
Trends have focused on women
wearing masculine silhouettes, such
as boyfriend jeans, but now the
tables have turned. The rules on
feminine and masculine dressing are
fast becoming blurred. Forget the
rule book and experiment with high-waisted
feminine cuts and wide-leg
fits. Outfit by CHULAAP by Chu
Suwannapha
Outfit by One I Am. Picture by SIMON DEINER SDR
3. KIMONO:
The traditional
Japanese kimono
is reinterpreted
and is the perfect
streetwear
alternative to
tailored jackets
and blazers. Throw
it on to complete
any outfit, casual
or formal, and you
will be good to
go. Outfit by One
I Am.
Outfit by Todd Snyder. Supplied picture.
4. ATHLEISURE:
Hoodies and bomber jackets
in high performance and sportsinspired
fabrics as well as tracksuits
are versatile. Comfortable, cosy and
trendy are the new cool. This trend
will take you from the office to the
gym or a dinner date if styled just
right. Avoid baggy fits. Outfit by
Todd Snyder.
Bag by Tokyo James. Picture by SIMON DEINER SDR
5. ACCESSORIES:
Gentlemen, your range of accessories
is no longer just limited to wallets,
pocket squares, belts and suspenders.
You need a statement bag that will fit
in all of your important items. Bag by
Tokyo James.
Outfit from Louis Vuitton’s menswear debut collection by Virgil Abloh. Supplied picture.
6. SOLID COLOUR SUITS:
If you are over prints, here is a
look you will love. It’s from Louis
Vuitton’s menswear debut collection
by Virgil Abloh. Dress up the classic
suit with formal shoes to make it
work for a serious occasion.
Outfit by Throwaway Twenty. Picture by SIMON DEINER SDR
7.CHECKS :
From tartan to windowpane and
plaid patterns… checks are officially a
thing for not just winter but for summer
as well. Pair them for a seamless look or
tone down the busy prints with a classic
shirt or T-shirt. Outfit by Throwaway
Twenty.