Men’s Spring Trends 2008
HIGHLIGHTS: - Blue is cool, and hot for Spring!
- Flower power!
- Everything from Rag and Bone, Michael Bastian and Duckie Brown.
- The shinny suits from Moschino are a must.
- CK jumpsuits
- The all white look inspiration with bright colors.
- The Burberry Prosum collection is very inspiring.
Jacket trends for the fashion forward guy: - Jackets will keep you warm when the sun goes down at the Hampton's, or when you have a barbecue party at a rooftop in Soho.
- You can also play with a suede jacket, not jeans though. It has to have a casual look without being too sporty.
- The Bottega Veneta’s Spring jackets are the prefect example - you can zip the zipper off when things get hot. Lol!
Jacket trends for the more conservative professional: - The classic trench coat is the right piece to invest your money on. Look for trenches with a fitted silhouette and a modern finishing. Just because is a classic piece you don't have to look old.
- A high-end zip up jacket is perfect for a Spring day at the office - wear with a shirt and tie.
Shirt/Sweater trends for the fashion forward GUY: - Worn with leather shoes, polos or button downs, and a classic cardigan. Mix and match colors and textures. It is preppy with an edgy feel to it!
- Check the Marc Jacobs cardigans out. Perfect for Spring days - you will be right on the trends.
Shirt/Sweater trends for the more conservative professional: - Stick with the classic brands in this case. There is no time for errors. The good news is that these brands are now offering slim fit shirts, excess fabric is dated.
- Make sure that you will look good when taking your suit jacket off, although shot sleeves shirts are not allowed.
- Spring allows you to play with colors and ties. Push the envelope - it is Springtime!
Pants trends for the fashion forward: - Pants rolled-up
- Prints,
- Pattern
- Bright colors –several options
Pants trends for the more conservative professional: - Light gray
- The fit should not be so skinny.
- Different shades of navy blue, lighter tones – blue is a big trend for Spring.
- No pleats!
Shoe/Accessory trends for the fashion forward: - Sneakers, sneakers, and sneakers. Formal clothing items worn along with them are, and still hot!
- Play with colors and materials/fabrics.
- Havaianas of course!
- Silk scarves
Shoe/Accessory trends for the more conservative professional: - Pocket squares are back, however try to dress down a little when wearing them - a suit and shirt without a tie would be perfect.
- The way you fold them has changed though.