Men know fashion too, and if there’s one word to describe the biggest trends in this department in 2021, it will be “out of the box.”
Some pieces take inspiration from the styles of long ago and strive to make it modern. Others are making a comeback. A number of designs contrast each other to create a look that’s creative and bold.
- Go Big or Go Home
When it comes to men’s pants, skinny jeans will have to take a backseat this year. Instead, it’s the big pants that will eventually dominate.
A pair still fits around the waist, but the width goes as much XXL toward the bottom. This gives the pants flair and style without losing its function, such as comfort and freedom to move.
Two designs will likely become superior: kimono pants, inspired by the pants of the Japanese, and the seventies bell-bottoms. The latter is ideal for those who can’t get away from having a good fit but don’t want pants that hug the legs.
A pair of jeans will always be a quintessential men’s fashion clothing. However, breathable fabrics are more preferred for these long wide pants.
- Simple to Classic Accessories
For this year, men will still be buying elegant pieces such as cufflinks and watches. But more will also invest in understated pieces like silicon men’s rings that come in several colors to match their mood or look of the day.
These pieces are versatile. They make subtle accessories to update one’s look during casual meetings at Zoom. But they also create a nice contrast to the preppy attire during office days.
Interestingly, the males are also spending money on pearl necklaces, partly influenced by heavy celebrities like Harry Styles, Yung Thug, and Joe Jonas.
These are not as elaborate as women’s, but they can be just as classic—and expensive. The newly released Comme des Garçons x Mikimoto collection is proof of that. The limited-edition jewelry costs a whopping $3,500 at least.
- Taking Utilitarian to a New Level
Utilitarian fashion has been around for some time. The year 2019 is a great reminder of that. But what makes 2021 different is designers are taking it to a whole new level—call it utilitarianism on steroids.
Think of cargo pants and even tracksuits with LOTS of pockets. Trench coats, which are likely to hang out even in spring, will be less fitting and much bigger with probably more pockets inside and outside.
Bomber jackets are making a significant comeback too, but they will come with more pockets (again!). They will feature lighter fabrics to make them wearable across different seasons. Some will come with statements at the back and patchwork all over.
- Tropical Is In
Fashion changes through the season, so experts often advise those building a capsule wardrobe to stick to neutrals and classics. However, this 2021, men will have to make an exception because summer is in throughout the year.
Gone are the skimpy pairs of shorts, and instead, guys will have to pick among a variety of designs of bermuda shorts. They can also go utilitarian on this one, with pairs adorned with plenty of tiny pockets to hold mobile devices, purses, and what-nots.
Although the colors of the year are yellow and gray, pastel is the primary shade for men’s fashion. These include seascape-inspired hues like whites, creams, and light blues, and colors that remind of the sandy beaches and deserts.
Nautical-themed shirts are also about to become ever more popular. Do all these mean how much everyone misses the outdoors? We’ll see.
- Going Wild with Print
Before, it’s “men can also wear pink.” This year, they can add wild prints to their list. Plenty of guys are likely to don on safari-inspired bomber jackets and pants. Otherwise, they can find dragons and strips in there.
The boldness of fashion in the 1970s continues as it influences the prints for the summer—flower power is here. Statement shirts that display the wearer’s personality will also become their subtle form of freedom of expression.
Men’s fashion choices are not limited as most people—or even they—would like to believe. This 2021, they can be as bold and as creative as they want to be. They can play around with colors, fabrics, and styles. They can be inspired by the styles that have been upgraded to suit the more modern taste.
It seems the golden rule in fashion is that there are no rules. For this year, it’s time to they wear themselves.
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