Opportunities Today : May  2005 Issue

Mens Attire

 

Men must be fed up of wearing those oh-so-brash suits. Look no further for they have got the trends that will lead a magic charm results to their basic attire. Now designers are making men's wear more trendy and full of fun. Their style adds a contemporary twist to the said dressing style line. The new trend that rules the season are the type of fabrics used, style, colour, thus keeping the elements of design in mind.

High twisted yarns and textured fabrics will be hot this summer. Synthetic fabrics are avoidable; instead opt for blends with linen. The tailored compositions that blend linen with wool and hemp are made available in the market. Classic patterns from the masculine wardrobe such as herringbone, glen plaid and hound sooth check go high-tech to give you the new- generation look. Avoid shoulder pads giving huge look on the shoulders. Go for styles with small collars and concealed plackets where the buttons don't show. The popular generation shirts and T-shirts are an unmistakable line; shaped to exploit the natural contours of the body. The grey and basic black have made a come back. Colours to try out are steel grey or mélange grey. The seasons hippest hues are earth tones, intense blue, moss, lacquer and mint green and of course whites cannot be forgotten. The trousers on the legs should be non-pleated type. Straight cuts in fabrics that have a blend of lycra fit better. The low waist look is currently in fashion. The traditionally classic blazer has a cool, new look to it. The more casual and soft fabric used for these are the blend of garberdine.

Thus, men have to look no back for the type of dress he needs to wear. Men's likes have changed and they are no more rigid. They have become very flexible and have accepted changes in their style lines.