If the spring/summer 2022 men's fashion trends were intended to be carefree and hopeful with brightly colored pieces, informal suits, the return of jogging pants (with a few couture touches, of course), and extra-wide pants where comfort reigned supreme, then the 2023 collections will be an offensive against the pandemic we have all suffered by introducing new shapes and cuts.
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For the past two seasons, designers have had to compete in innovation when presenting their collections. While some, like JW Anderson, have opted for the tried-and-true lookbook approach, others, like Balenciaga, have opted for the video card.
Despite many people deciding to continue this trend, Spring/Summer 2022 will see the return of physical performance art , or "deflés," creating a fresh breeze in the fashion industry.
The Spring/Summer 2022 collections continued to emphasize a positive attitude and a creative return to self. Certainly, we are seeing the emergence of a new formality, illustrated by the predominance of black attire and the adoption of a business casual aesthetic.
On the other hand, the wardrobe makeover is all about reconnecting with the social life we've missed over the past two years. Bold colors, reimagined cardigans, and party boys in sequined pants are all here to help you unleash your inner night owl.
Not to mention the boldness of designers this season , which can be seen as a counterattack to the freedom we are deprived of, by incorporating traditionally feminine pieces into the heart of menswear (like tasseled loafers, crop tops, shorts reinvented as skirts). In-depth fashion education covering the 16 most notable trends observed during the New York, London, Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks.
The cutout
As Gainsbourg would say, " always a few little holes ." One of the most eye-catching fashion statements of summer 2022 came from Nicolas Di Felice's debut menswear show for Courrèges. It's no surprise, then, that other designers have adopted this trend, as evidenced by Rick Owens' bodysuit and Y/Project's deconstructed tank top.
The arms forward style
Guests and celebrities alike have been sporting it on the streets of Fashion Week: the sleeveless sweater - whether V-neck or round - has become a hit. While Prada may have been the first to popularize this knitted piece with its delicately styled designs, other designers like Dior Men and Erdem have since adopted it and used it with a wide variety of patterns. A great way to show off your biceps.
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The mini shorts
The skirt is no longer just a feminine accessory. While Loewe and Phipps introduced the piece almost verbatim, Prada played the experimental card with a half-shorts, half-skirt model with 60s accents .
The cardigan
Extreme length, vintage accents and colorful knitwear . Long neglected, the cardigan, the quintessential retro piece, is coming out of the closet to raise its fashion quotient and proclaim itself the essential men's piece for spring-summer 2022.
The statement torso
Who will be named "Man of Summer 2023?" He removes his clothes, partially or entirely, to reveal his distinctly masculine torso. While a basic swimsuit cover-up will do for Dolce & Gabbana , the young Spanish brand Alled-Martinez will have its T-shirts wrapped tightly around its models' bodies to make a fashion statement. This time next year, men won't be getting shady.
The office life
Yes, it has a formal aesthetic, but it's free from distractions. Designers have revisited and updated the entire vocabulary of officewear for a stylish and carefree summer. This includes everything from blazers and trousers to shirts and ties.
Acid Style
A bold color palette for a bright, joyful, and colorful summer: neon green, neon pink, neon orange, and neon blue. Already a hit, they've been showcased by JW Anderson, Louis Vuitton, and Loewe.
To the dark side
After mounting a bold color counterattack this summer, the fashion industry is now reaffirming its commitment to basics by sticking with the timeless hue of black.
Anthony Vaccarello's Saint Laurent embraces his distinctive minimalist aesthetic, while Kim Jones reimagines Dior Men's iconic Oblique cut for a new generation.
Simple, but effective.