Spring is on the way, and there’s a lot to get excited about on the menswear fashion front.
The men’s catwalk collections were full of bold colours and cool, vintage-inspired designs – but there was a strong focus on wearability as well, meaning now is a great time to reassess and revamp your wardrobe for the coming months.
So, what could stylish guys be wearing this spring/summer? We asked fashion stylists to talk us through the top menswear trends of the season…
“The suit is making a major comeback this year,” says celebrity stylist Gemma Sheppard, who has teamed up with Metaventures to become the world’s first fashion stylist working in the metaverse.
“While timeless classics like brown, grey and darker blue shades still have their place, lighter shades including beige, cream and even white are really having a moment. Now more than ever, a tailored suit is not just for the office, it’s for everywhere.”
Celebrity stylist and DJ Alexis Knox agrees spring is all about soft – not sharp – tailoring: “Designers like Sandro presented suits on the catwalk with a softer structure, light and easy fabric, available in an array of understated colours.”
This allows for more versatility and generally means you could get a lot more use out of your suit.
Reiss Brushed Melange Blazer Soft Blue, £278, John Lewis
As seen on Ed Sheeran at the Brits, a varsity jacket is a must-have this season. “The classic varsity jacket is a cult favourite amongst A-listers,” says Sheppard, who recommends a boxy, Nineties-inspired style for teaming with casual outfits.
Next Varsity Baseball Jacket, £58
River Island Black Multi Pocket Vest Gilet, £55
“Look blooming iconic this spring by embracing colour,” says Knox. “The catwalk this season was full of head-to-toe block colour outfits from designers such as Canali and Dries van Noten.”
Ted Baker Sandsen Long Sleeved Flower Graphic Crew Neck, £120
“With a lot of designers transforming traditional ‘outdoor’ items into street-centric staples, shorts are becoming a nine-to-five must,” says Sheppard. “Not least when on work-from-home Zoom calls.”
FatFace Pique Polo in Ocean Blue, £29.50; Seaton Geo Print Shorts, £38 (available March); Charlie Lace Up Trainers, £35
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ASOS Design Tech Sandals in Khaki with Natural Rope Sole, £22