Overused menswear that says # 248: "Fashion fades,
style is forever." While Yves Saint Laurent was right (no well-edited
wardrobe is complete without classics), there's nothing wrong with grabbing
some hot clothes that set you apart as a man with his finger on his pulse.
Fortunately, the AW17 is not lacking, and some may even have
the legs to go the distance in seasons to come (all the more reason to invest).
To illustrate, with the help of some of the most skilled men in the business,
here are eight style moves to convince you that "modern" isn't such a
dirty word after all.
GREEN MOSS
For most men, the fall / winter months are the perfect time
to retreat to a world of neutral and dark tones. And we get it; Who wants to
struggle to operate a bright yellow sweater along with central heating
controls?
But that doesn't necessarily mean maximizing the saturation
of your closet. Instead, try darker shades of typically summery hues, like moss
green. It still counts as a color, but it is not too bright and it is very easy
to use.
HOW TO USE
"I think men underestimate how well darker greens work
in an outfit," says stylist Nas Abraham, who has worked with the likes of
Mr. Porter, Hugo Boss and Barbour. “Break up the dingy black, navy and gray and
add a touch of daring. "
While olive green is common for streetwear (think bombers,
cargo pants, and military shirts), moss green has a smarter appeal, especially
when paired with black. “Choose this shade for merino wool sweaters, suits or
outerwear and pair it with your usual dark basics,” adds Abraham.
the best menswear trends for winter 2017 - moss green
colors
TOUCH FABRICS
If looking good depends on how you feel, then it makes sense
that this is the season designers get in touch with your feelings. (Warning: we
are talking about material, you can store the tissues).
Along with the timelessly attractive sheepskin and the basic
velvet of the holiday season, winter tactile fabrics like chevron and (more
surprisingly) corduroy are here to make Fall / Winter 2017 feel-good too.
HOW TO USE
"With this trend, it's a penny to a pound," says
model Richard Biedul. “A corduroy suit [looks best with] a looser silhouette
and a slight rise in pants (and a healthy two-inch cuff).
"If that sounds too much for Starsky and Hutch, try
incorporating a textured element or two into your outfit and go for a subtle
color palette like navy blue or green."
How to wear velvet, corduroy, herringbone wool and
sheepskin
WINTER WHITES
The last time winter whites were a 'thing', East 17 blew it
all, and few have dared to take the same clothing path since. The designers of
this season, however, have forgotten about this epic failure and are ready to
try the paler shades again.
Think cream, off-white, stone, and, uh, white (obviously),
and you're on the right track. Of course, it might not be a trend to try it
while enjoying a bolognese dish, but if the fanciest menswear can overlook
questionable practicality, so can we.
HOW TO USE
Mastering winter whites is as much about texture as it is
color, according to Alex Field, Reiss' chief male designer. “In the summer, you
want crisp, sharp optical whites, but winter whites should be made with fabrics
that are warm and soft to the touch.
“Think round cashmere collars and rolled collars, soft
moleskin or corduroy pants, and brushed or boiled coats. Winter whites will
ideally bring freshness and add life to outfits that would otherwise be dark.
How men should wear white clothes in winter
NOSTALGIA
Good news for anyone who remembers the 90s from the first
time: the best songs of the decade are back. The bad news? Those decades are
now seen as the land of "nostalgia," a brutal reality check for
anyone born in this age.
Proof that some trends can last more than one season; Frosted toes and bootcut jeans were a thing of the past (phew!), While the casual sportswear movement that bubbled beneath the surface completely washed away in 2021. Which means you can look good, feel good. well.