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Friday, December 28, 2012

2013 Men's Fashion Trends


Men who wear pink always seem to get a second glance, quickly followed by a smile and a nod of approval from women who admire the wearer's willingness to embrace such a feminine color.


Which brings me to Men's Fashion Trend for 2013 and the Groom that isn't afraid to incorporate unique touches, that will enable him to strut the latest styles and break away from "cookie cutter" styles in men's suits and formal wear.

In 2010, I wrote an article for the Yahoo Contributors Network, (Associated Content.) about the upcoming fashion trend in men's suits and formal wear for the year 2011. In that article one of the questions that I asked was"Is men's clothing ever trend setting? When it appears as though 95% of the male population seem to be wearing the same "Cookie Cutter" look, day in and day out.  Where are designer fashions for men in today's society?  It would appear to be on the bold 5% who have stepped outside the box, in order to embrace the latest styles in men's fashion and it's the 5% that clearly stands out in a crowd,  as they exhibit a refreshing attitude and approach towards fashion.  



       
Their confidence clearly makes the statement that "You wear the clothes and the clothes don't wear you," and it's a given that they own the kind of  style and confidence that could make them wear a helium balloon and look totally delicious as they claim the look, with attitude.


                                             


So for all you trendy guys and trendy guys in the making and yes even for trendy guy wannabes and trendy wishful thinkers,  before I tell you whats hot and trendy for 2013 and what's NOT! Let me recap, the last 3 years.

2010
In 2010 the double breasted suit resurfaced again after its dormant period, only as it did, it was more European in cut and style, slim fitting, modern and tailored. Whilst this "classic suit" remained classic for men who were still wearing their double breasted suits during the dormant period of the double breasted classic fashion,  the designers were busy sketching and planning their catwalk reveals.  For those of you who held on faithfully and with complete loyalty to your double breasted "classic suit" of  five years or more, as you shook it out of the garment bag, I'm sure it became quite evident that the style of your faithful  classic, had aged and as a result dated to an almost prehistoric look. The reason for this is, when the fashion designers start sketching and their models hit the runway with their latest designs, the designers have already determined the verbiage, to describe their line and s soon as they use the word, modern, it instantly dates their previous collection and pushes bygone years further down the line. 

So, though you're shaking your faithful "classic" out of its garment bag, you have to be extremely careful not to confuse vintage apparel with totally WRONG and if its wrong chances are, it should be GONE! unless of course you have the kind of fashion sense to rock your old classic, in a uniquely updated and trendy way, that causes you to stop traffic because you look so good and your overall image is on point.
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2011 
In 2011 the single breasted suit, which did not and still has not left the fashion scene, was  revamped with a sleek cut, that brought the introduction of the "New Classic" whereby creating a masculine silhouette that emphasized the word "Modern." Trousers were slimmer and jackets were designed to complement the male physique, by broadening shoulders and giving the appearance of a trim waist.
Fabrics consisted of wool, a traditional classic for suits and lighter weight fabrics like cotton and linen. Although, linen was and still is prone to creases, it still remained top choice for destination and summer time suits and the creases that come as a result of wearing it are with slight confusion accepted with a slight oh no his pants and jacket are crushed look from people checking you out.

The arrival of Velvet as the new "In" in men's fashion,  yes" velvet" was the latest in suit material trends, with blue velvet been the huge trend setter for 2011. I must admit that I liked the look for those brave enough to wear it, especially in bold greens and purples.

2012
RENTALS
For men who looked to rentals to rent their suits and tuxedos, the designers churned out a few new styles, produced a few new cuts and introduced a few new colors; even so, the Bride still holds the cards as far as having the final word on what her Groom will wear on their day. Which means that individuality and personal style still remains MIA as the "Cookie Cutter" men's fashion unified wedding look,  for the Groom and his Grooms men, hasn't changed.

Though the discount suit rental price graces the pages of rental books as amazing rental price offers, in 2012 the  price tags for these suits amazing or not, where commonly shunned by a younger group, as styles in the lower price range were without a doubt out dated. Yes, horror of all horrors, the discounted suit is the 5 year closet double breasted classic. Yikes, with large lapels and wider cut in trousers, the younger generation, just aren't having it, so old faithful, seemed to be geared towards a much older age group who aren't strutting fashion but merely wearing it because it's somewhat expected and therefore accepted.


However, that been sad, I'm sad to say that if you're looking through the fashion collection in Jim's Formal wear, Sacino's Black Tie Limited and Men's Warehouse, they all seemed to be carrying the same men's fashion, hardly anything has changed,  even with designer names on the tags and increase in complementing bridal party colors are exciting. Its the same suits on the same models, with the same look. Despite all of the great looks that were revealed on fashion catwalks, in London, Paris, Milan and New York.

2013
Which brings us to 2013, drum roll please.  Enjoy 2013 Spring/Summer Catwalk. Credits:  Dolce & Gabbana FW 2013 Men's Fashion show.



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2013 is all about the cut, which still remains slim fitting, but now resembles the 1960's Beatles era.   It's all about the statement, clean lines and a clean cut, with color emphasis that pick up on attention to detail when it comes to accessories.

The three piece suit is out there, but make sure you theme it with some great accessories, which include wider ties in bolder colors and solid colored pants, with plaid  style jackets.

                                         
That been said,  two piece suits remain ever popular on the 2013 fashion catwalks, with
colors varying from different shades of grey, blues and blacks, though blacks are less bold in color and instead incorporate hints of grey.

Fabrics have sheen, and are lightweight and prone to creases which seems to be as much a part of the trend as the overall cut is. Stripes and Plaids are back in, but with fine lines that are barely visible in some styles, however, that doesn't mean to say that bold stripes and plaids aren't in because for 2013 they definitely are.

               

However, if you're wearing your three piece remember to go wide on the tie, but if your wearing  a two piece, ties should be long and slim line. 

The handkerchief is definitely back, as an accent, adding a statement piece to the overall look, but again, three piece suit wearers, remember to go bolder in color accessories, and for two piece suit wears, remember to keep it toned down, with more solid colors.    

In summary the 2013 fashion trend is about keeping your apparel slim fitting and stylish as you wear the look with confidence.  As you think about you're 2013 walldrobe remember to think about resurrecting head turning 1960's vintage.
For the Groom and his Groom's men, don't be afraid to step outside the box and break away from the traditional classic look of the formal suit and tux instead opt for classy looking plaids and stripes, slimmer pants and jackets, as you compliment the look, with solid color accessories, and last but not least, don't forget to complete the look with a pointer toe shoe. Think Beatle mania, and you won't go wrong.