What I love about the turning of seasons and the warmth of a new start is the fact that fashion is constantly updating and reinventing itself and pushing the envelope one step further into something we never could have constructed ourselves.
Over the past few years menswear has taken a jump into mainstream and has reminded the fashion world that is not only here for the taking but has the power to reinvent the universal male to the world. An embodied image that holds steady in a fast paced world and drives menswear forward and beyond.
I love the reinvention of the “Mad Men” era, particarly what Banana Republic has done and succeeded with; The Mad Men Collection embodies everything we drool over when it comes to the classic American working man, how a suit is a symbol for power, and how one fine tailored shirt sets you a part from the competition.
Thanks to Don Draper we can be sure that the classic American physique and style isn’t going anywhere for some time. This collection gives way to an old school New York appeal, a throwback to the good ol’ days when men wore 3 piece suits and layering your style was just as important as the job title you secure. Enter the New York Style Inspired Menswear Era:
The bow-tie has definitely won its way back into our hearts and in all colors and sizes- perfectly paired with a suit or fitted snug under a trench. Top hats have also made their comeback, adding a “GQ”-esque approach to men’s apparel.
Steppin’ out in style as well, Louis Vuitton embraces the classic look by going back to basics and celebrating the importance of a crisp fitted suit, a simple contrast of color, and a clean presentation.
This Spring you don’t have to just tune into AMC every Sunday to get your fix of classic menswear, hit the streets and take in the beauty of what menswear is transforming itself into with the months to follow.
XO-
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