Guys on the Street: How to Wear AW16 Trends

Blagging tickets for a present’s entrance row isn’t any imply feat. Aping the seems to be of the blokes who attend them, nevertheless, is far more manageable. Which is why we’re seeking to menswear’s avenue model savants for inspiration on put on seven of AW16’s largest tendencies. iPhone and Starbucks optionally available.

Longline

Longline is just like the Brexit of menswear. Polarising, much-debated and never going away anytime quickly. Which is – on this case a minimum of – lucky, because it’s a development that gives a uncommon alternative to rejig your silhouette with out rocking the boat an excessive amount of (you realize, with a pair of Japanese hakama trousers or Balenciaga’s Lurch-esque menswear).

It isn’t as laborious as you would possibly suppose, both. The trick is in mixing longline clothes with extra basic items – whether or not that’s a flash of a patterned longline tee beneath a sweatshirt, or an in any other case easy outfit topped off with a jacket whose hems lengthen to your knees.

It’s higher to keep away from skinny, drapey materials right here (no matter your physique), except you need to appear to be an affordable imitation of a Yeezy present.

Assertion Coats

Assertion coats could appear the only protect of Pitti peacocks however, due to an elevated providing – particularly from heavyweights like Louis Vuitton and Dries Van Noten – they’re changing into a way more widespread sight with each passing season.

Earlier than you faucet this development, you’ll want to resolve on the diploma of assertion that fits you. Justin O’Shea [below, top right] is perhaps comfy with a part-snakeskin, part-psychedelic print, others much less so. Which is why it is perhaps price contemplating wide-panelled checks, impartial patchworks and block major colors that present influence, however nonetheless chime with most wardrobe staples.

Denim Jacket Layering

Oxford shirts and knits would possibly often take centre stage in terms of the good artwork of layering, however nowadays choosing a extra Texan slant works too.

The denim jacket, initially the uniform of American blue collar staff, has turn into a key layering piece for AW16. However as a substitute of the Brokeback Mountain vibe we’ve grown accustomed to, we’re seeing a barely extra nuanced, tailor-made strategy this season.

Overcoats and denim jackets may appear at odds on paper, however a monochrome palette ties each items collectively. The look can be the proper steadiness of good and informal: the overcoat providing a structured, conventional silhouette whereas the denim jacket acts as an informal (however no much less basic) anchor, permitting you to simply combine in items from each ends of the spectrum – shirts and ties or tees and leathers.

Extensive-Leg Trousers

It was solely a matter of time till the flamingo legs snapped. It’s official: super-skinny denims are not important. Whereas straight and slim cuts will all the time be flattering, AW16 has seen males eschew spray-ons for a roomier different: the wide-leg trouser.

Very similar to assertion coats, the width relies upon by yourself tastes – chimney stack trousers are undoubtedly on-trend, however are simply as troublesome to put on. For those who’re beginning out, go for a barely narrower selection and progressively get wider as your confidence builds.

As a result of wider leg being your assertion, there’s no need for vibrancy, print or quantity elsewhere, so maintain your surrounding items muted and your color scheme balanced all through.

Head-To-Toe Neutrals

An all-black look is most of the time on level, however there are different selections for head-to-toe tonal dressing.

Neutrals, as soon as best-known as the colors on the backs of troopers on the battleground, at the moment are championed throughout the board from Ralph Lauren to Astrid Andersen. And so they’re simply as simple to put on.

First, resolve in your core palette, then decide a number of shades that match. Completely different tones add depth, however they have to work in tandem – too totally different and also you’ll threat awkward clashing, too related and also you’re extra Lawrence of Arabia than Lanvin.

Texture is a vital consideration too. Flecked wools, marled yarns and supplies like suede and leather-based enhance the depth of your look, but in addition make it memorable (and allow you to simply dodge claims your outfit is uninteresting).

Pockets

Most males solely carry their telephone and pockets. However that didn’t cease a proliferation of pockets on each avenue nook this season. Like so many others, this surprisingly sensible development has its roots within the navy. And though the typical man has most likely obtained little use for seven pockets on his jacket (except he’s planning on peddling one thing he shouldn’t), menswear’s love affair with performance remains to be going robust.

Most items listed below are restricted to an earth tone palette, which is definitely a bonus: muted shades are a lot simpler to put on. The perfect outfit examples carry the navy vibe all through, with both cargo trousers or hardwearing denim beneath blended with a area jacket or rugged overshirt above.

Stripes

Certainly one of AW16’s most versatile tendencies, stripes may be paired with most wardrobe staples and there are kinds to go well with each physique kind.

Excellent for slender guys, broad horizontal block stripes ought to sit in your higher physique, with muted staples to accompany. Not solely will it create the phantasm of bulk up high, nevertheless it’s a simple approach to punch-up your look with an announcement for those who’re not feeling left-field prints and/or vibrant colors.

Stockier of construct? Strive pinstripes. A vertical pinstripe fits draw the attention up and down moderately than aspect to aspect, which implies you’ll seem longer and slimmer. End with the standard suspects: a crisp white shirt, brogues and a knitted tie for texture.