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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 1
We breakdown 4 of the key print and pattern trends that are dominating men's fashion this spring/summer, including camouflage, geometric, polka dots and florals. How many of these statement patterns do you currently own...
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SS12 Fashion Highlight: Printed Accessories
Printed Accessories for Men have become a huge trend for spring/summer. We show you how to incorporate printed accessories into your outfits both subtly & as a statement, in order to individualise your looks and help you...
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Spring/Summer Fashion Trend: Pastel Colours
Pastel colours are a huge men's fashion trend this spring/summer. Our guide to pastel colours details why you should have them in your wardrobe, shows you how to wear pastels both subtly and as a statement, and we pick our...
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Men’s Fashion Trend: Channeling The 90s
The 90s are a major influence within men's fashion for the spring/summer 2012 season. We take a look at 90s inspired style and apparel that has infiltrated the runways, as well as how to channel the look effectively in a...
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Men’s Spring/Summer Footwear Trend: Coloured Shoes
A detailed look at the men's coloured footwear trend that is becoming increasingly prominent for spring/summer 2012 season. We break down the 3 main styles of coloured shoes available: colour pop, two-tone and patterned,...
Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 2
Article by: Ben JonesKey Prints & Patterns For SS12 In yesterday’s article, we broke down 4 of the key print and pattern trends that are being pushed for the spring/summer 2012 season by premium designers and the high street alike. If you missed it, check it out now, as we showcased florals, geometric, camouflage and polka dots. Today we are going to cover…
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Key Men’s Prints/Patterns For SS12 – Part 1
Article by: Ben JonesA Penchant for Print Print, pattern and more print! That is all you have heard us banging on about recently on FashionBeans. If last spring/summer was all about bright, pop colour, this season it is the turn of pattern and print to truly stamp its mark on menswear. Instead of generically discussing the pros and cons of pattern and print,…
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Men’s Sportswear Trend: The Key Pieces
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction Yesterday, Ben Jones broke down just how much of an influence the world of sport is having on current menswear collections. He argued that even though menswear is moving in a much smarter and more refined direction, sports and athletic wear was keeping the industry grounded and even making current spring/summer high fashion collections ‘wearable’. Trainers, hoodies, sweatshirts and…
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SS12 Fashion Trends: The Sports Influence
Article by: Ben JonesSport & Men’s Fashion It’s no secret that menswear has been heavily influenced by sporting activities this season, with a lot of ideas and concepts borrowed from the world of sport. The timing of these athletic-style influences on the fashion world couldn’t be more apt, with our own fair city of London hosting the 2012 Olympics within the next few…
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SS12 Fashion Highlight: Printed Accessories
Article by: Paul McGregorIntroduction Following on from my last article on printed shirts, I decided it’s important that we don’t neglect accessories. With today’s high streets being filled with similar retailers and closely followed trends, separation and individualism through the use of accessories is key. Subtle accessorising can help neutralise bold colours and can also be used as a separation between specific pieces….
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A gentleman's disposition, to few, is of personal taste. To others, it is the ideologies and mannerisms presented in say a toy boy or a sartorially fluent dandy. In each case; a synonym of Gordon Brown. The idyllic association of gentlemen, and not an obnoxious self-definition of one, is ambitious to say the least. Read More...
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Key Accessory Trend: Men’s Backpacks
Article by: Jonathan BracewellIs The ‘Man Bag’ The Latest Victim Of Masculinity? It wasn’t long ago when the words ‘man bag’ were on everyone’s lips. It was a bridge into the more feminine side of male fashion, which debuted on the catwalks before quickly turning up in all high street and online retailers. But what does the future hold for the man bag?…
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Men’s Spring/Summer Fashion Trend: Short Suits
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction As climates begin to warm and legs begin to bare, sartorial excellence can sometimes fall by the wayside – especially when practicality rules the day. Shorts have been a hot topic as of late. Matt Allinson has already concerned himself with the re-introduction of specific buying guidelines; while our Editor in Chief, Ben Herbert, added an on-trend print spin….
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Spring/Summer Fashion Trend: Pastel Colours
Article by: Will ColmanIntroduction With spring upon us and more warm weather (hopefully) on its way, it really is time for all of us to be considering our spring/summer wardrobes – although my Mum says that nothing is certain until the end of April, so maybe keep out a jumper or two. As we should all know by now, colour is big. Its…
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Men’s Fashion Trend: Channeling The 90s
Article by: Murray ClarkIntroduction The comfortable cable knits and thick-skinned chinos are great for the colder months, but the recent blast of sunshine makes such sartorial choices completely impractical. Yes, summer fast approaches, bringing with it a whole host of warmer activities that us Brits seize with both sun-starved hands. Whether it’s the odd pint that turns into a five hour session in…
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Men’s Spring/Summer Footwear Trend: Coloured Shoes
Article by: Ben JonesIntroduction It’s no secret that colour and pattern are going to dominate men’s fashion this coming season – the spring/summer 2012 catwalk shoes, designer collections and current high street fashion stores all confirm that. However, I often find that a lot of men are very wary when it comes to pattern or colour and are loathe to fully embrace the…
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Men’s Blouson Jackets: Outerwear Trend
Article by: Ben JonesIntroduction I recently wrote an article on FashionBeans detailing the resurgence of the Safari Jacket, and it got me thinking about other types of outerwear that are suitable for this transitional spring period. Further research on the key men’s outerwear trends for this year showed that the blouson jacket is making a huge comeback for the spring/summer 2012 season. This…
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Men’s Footwear: Tassel Loafers
Article by: Juraj SalapaIntroduction High fashion is currently obsessed with all things fitted, with tailoring dominating the catwalks. Leading fashion houses draw on past and bring us looks that re-invent history, albeit with new features. Dolce & Gabbana’s recent take on 1930s ‘depression-era workman’ look – complete with wide wool trousers, short fitted blazers and round toe rugged shoes – is an excellent…
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Men’s Outerwear Trend: Safari Jackets
Article by: Ben JonesCall of the Wild We are fast approaching the time of year in the UK where the days are starting get longer and the weather is starting to turn milder. It’s becoming the transitional time of year where winter woollens are providing too much insulation, but the tropics of the UK don’t quite allow short-sleeved tees alone. We men always…
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Men’s Spring/Summer 2012 Print Trend: Camouflage
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction Following on from my recent article on the emerging spring/summer print trend and a discussion on our forums on the subject, I’ve decided to go into more depth – via a sub-trend that has sprung out of menswear’s on-going affair. Military has, of course, had a hold on fashion for many decades. From the timeless pea coat and trench…
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Spring/Summer 2012 Accessory Trend: Men’s Neck Ties
Article by: Ben JonesAccessory Trend: Men’s Neck Ties Despite the recent snow flurries inundating our humble nation, spring is just around the corner so it will soon be time to pack away the heavy winter scarves and chunky knit snoods. But fear not; for those of you out there who cannot live without some sort of neck adornment all year round, the catwalk…
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Men’s Spring/Summer 2012 Fashion Trend: Prints
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction Both spring and summer was a bold step for menswear the last time it came around. Bright colours and colour blocking dominated collections from high street to high fashion. Autumn and winter carried on in similar vein, bringing colour – especially in a knit and outerwear capacity – to the male wardrobe. This coming season has introduced a marginally…
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Trend Look: Professor Chic
Article by: Murray ClarkIntroduction Believe it or not, your geography teacher was cool. And your history teacher, and maths teacher, and any other middle-aged teacher that still believed it was 1973 with a comb-over that stated otherwise. Okay, so maybe the comb-over will never be cool – but judging by recent previews, that university professor look is an image to be reckoned with….
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Men’s Spring/Summer 2012 Colour Trend: Blue
Article by: Alex WoodhallIntroduction With both the spring/summer and autumn/winter collections featuring a more vibrant palette, 2011 was definitely the year that menswear began to really accept colour. 2012 is shaping up to be the year where we continue to move from the monotony of the monochrome and cement colour as an integral part of the male wardrobe. Looking ahead to the upcoming…
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Fashion Trend: Men’s Grey Shirts
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction Last year, our very own Matt Allinson detailed how you could upgrade your winter shirt collection with the addition of khaki and burgundy hues, as well as monochrome tones of navy, black and grey. The last one caused a bit of a stir, as grey is not typically a colour you would associate with a shirt; some thought it…
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Upgrading Smart Casual: Men’s Wool Trousers
Article by: Ben HerbertIntroduction As we should have all realised by now, menswear has been steadily progressing in a much more refined and generally ‘smarter’ direction. Tailoring and sharp classic pieces are becoming extremely important purchases for the 21st century male in order to build a successful and versatile wardrobe – helping create an almost chameleon ability to dress up or down in…
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