Summer is approaching and it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll be wearing to beat the heat and still look fashionable. That doesn’t mean you’ll have to shell out a huge chunk of cash. All you need to do is pick out some bare essentials that you can wear with other wardrobe pieces you already own. For that, you’ll need to get inspired by the latest trends seen on designer runways. Let’s take a look at some of the top summer fashion trends for men:
1) Distressed Denims
Nothing says summer like a good pair of distressed denims. That’s great news for those of you who have several pairs of well-worn jeans in their closet. We saw rips and patches on the runways of Philipp Plein and Baartmans & Siegel. Bleached denims graced the runway of Calvin Klein.
So whether you go all out with the rips and tears or you decide on simple light-wash jeans, there’s no wrong move. The point is to go for jeans that look lived-in and feel comfortable when you wear them.
2) Cool Shades Of Gray
Spring and summer months usually call for bright and pastel hues. This time, designers seem to be opting for a more subdued palette. Gray seems to be a favorite among designers like Paul Smith and Berluti. You probably already own several pieces in this color, but it’s all going to be about how you wear it. Instead of adding a single gray item, mix different shades of gray together in one outfit. This will create a cool, clean and textured look.
3) Shoes In Neutral Tones
Even when it comes to footwear, designers are leaning towards subdued neutral tones. From Gieves & Hawkes and Lou Dalton to Louis Vuitton and Wooyoungmi, shoes in beiges and tans seem to be dominating the runway. So even when you’re getting trainers or Mo:vel jogger shoes, opt for cool and neutral colors. You can find plenty of fashionable footwear in gray, ivory, beige, or black. These colors are perfect as you can easily pair them with wardrobe pieces you already own.
4) Sandals
Who would forget sandals for summer? This year, men’s sandals are getting revived with minimal designs and clean aesthetics. We’re talking about well-designed leather sandals. Some of the top fashion houses embracing sandals this year are Michael Kors, Kenzo, Versace, Marni, and Gucci. Wear a pair of sandals with relaxed chinos or tailored shorts and you’re all set for the warm summer months.
5) Eastern Prints
This summer, it’s all about Chinoiserie, which basically means designs or patterns with an Eastern influence. It could be anything from dragons to flowers. It could also include silk shirts and trousers. We could find a lot of Chinoiserie implemented in the designs of Gucci, Marc Jacobs, and Dolce & Gabbana. This comfy and relaxed trend could be the perfect way to stay cool this summer. Maybe you could team up a silk shirt with your distressed denims to balance out the look.
6) Green Is In
Green is a color you should definitely add to your wardrobe this summer. Instead of bright and neon greens, it’s more about cool moss greens and jewel-toned greens. Fashion houses like Hermes, Ann Demeulemeester, and Gieves & Hawkes made use of this pleasant shade. If you feel intimidated by this color, you could just get some accessories to add a dash of it to your outfit. Maybe a necktie or a cross-body bag in emerald could be a good addition.
7) Cuban Collar
Think 1950s and get inspired by your granddad’s favorite shirt. The retro Cuban collar is making a huge
comeback with designers like Lanvin, Valentino, and Louis Vuitton reviving it. These shirts come in lightweight material, perfect for bracing the sultry summer sun. You could wear them with your tailored chinos or fitted jeans to create a more contemporary look. What’s more is that you could even wear these shirts later on to create a 1950s Halloween costume.
8) Relaxed Denims
Take thing easy during the warm summer months with a pair of relaxed or tapered jeans. Design houses like Officine Generale, Valentino, and Christopher Shannon seem to be pushing for wider leg cuts. Relaxed denims would look great with anything from trainers to oxfords depending on how you style them. Maybe you could wear them with a dark gray shirt and a lighter shade of gray cover-up.
Most of the trends we’ve outlined here are fashion basics with a bit of statement pieces. It won’t take much to implement these into your wardrobe for the summer. For the more retro designs and the denims, you could head to your nearest thrift store and look for similar vintage finds. Whatever you decide to wear, make sure it’s true to your personal style choice.