After a year like 2016, in which the Day-Glo uniform of a
German logistics company has become the most sought after in menswear, it can
be brave for anyone to predict what will happen in 2021.
Sure, some future trends will have surfaced under the
surface of bigger brands and retailers since London Collections Men in June,
but it's still to be guessed which ones will catch on.
Luckily for you, we've managed to find 10 knowledgeable
experts to put our cards on the table and invoke the trends and styles you'll
see explode in 2017. You heard it here first. Tony Cook, Menswear Editor,
FarFetch “In 2021, expect to see clothing that works for us, not against us:
the latest in general-purpose clothing. Performance jackets, perfectly cut
combat pants, zippers galore or even fanny packs will make an appearance in our
wardrobes.
"Also, keep your old rugby jersey, as the college
favorite is back in 2021.
If you shop, look for
more authentic styles in faded colors." Alan Cook, Head of Menswear
Design, Marks & Spencer “A relaxed figure will be great. Tailoring is
getting softer in construction, pants are getting wider, and baggy fittings are
starting to be more popular. It's still smart, but easier to use and more
comfortable. Nick Passmore, Whistles Creative Director “Every season, men get a
little braver in their outfit choices. We think summer outfits will be big in
2017, and for the forward-thinking man, a matching fleece shorts set will be
the vacation outfit of choice.
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James Jee, Head of Menswear, Jaeger “One of the most
exciting things to come is the evolution of technical tailoring and innovative
fabrics in tailoring. Comfort is key, and the 2017 style is functional and fit
for purpose.
“The reinvention of casual wear classics is also a
prediction I have. For example, classic shapes, like the Harrington jacket,
with a contemporary twist in style, fabric or color.
“I think we will see a move away from color blocking and
instead we will see a more subtle blocking of fabrics and textures.
“With seasonal conditions becoming more and more
unpredictable, especially in the UK, it looks like transitional styles will
become even more popular, such as jersey or knit outerwear, lightweight and
versatile nylon coats and overlays and so on. The key styles for me would be
the Harrington and the Overshirt; Both are great to pair with layers and those
long transitional months, and they are true gold coins. Jenna Riddle, Stylist,
Nike, John Lewis, The Times “We've seen a mix of tailoring and sportswear
throughout 2016, but I think brands will make a much bigger effort next year.
Structured sportswear will have more in common with a blazer (in terms of
construction) and will be much easier to dress.
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Simon Chilvers, Men's Style Director, MatchesFashion “By the
end of the year, wearing a suit might be considered one thing: just leave your
tote bag in the top drawer. I would also say that the word "fluid"
has something fashionable, basically it is the word you want to put in front of
your parka and / or pants this season.
“Oh, and the pink look is ready to create some talk, I'm
thinking of a bubblegum-colored hoodie. Maybe in a costume. Karen Mason,
Stylist and Contributing Fashion Editor, Jocks & Nerds “Relaxed Pants; they
look really easy if they fit right. Also, yellow in all shades will be a great color
for the SS17. It's an underrated color in menswear, but it's great for spring
and can be very flattering. Thom Scherdel, Buyer, The Idle Man “Pink is a
massive color for next year, after Our Legacy, Stone Island and Anti-Social
Social Club got involved in 2016. This year the rest of the brands have had it
on. account and have duly followed it. costume.
Expect pastels instead of fuchsias. And be subtle about that: pastel pink knits look bad with distressed indigo jeans and a pair of Converse All Star Chuck's from the '70s. You don't have to start dressing like Liberace all of a sudden.