Men brace yourself for a bumpy ride to the past , this season fashion is more about preservation that experimentation, designers want to recreate your grandfathers , great grandfathers’ old pictures!
Currently taking place at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, the show’s 89th edition is themed around the concept of ‘Pitti Generations’, exploring the coexistence of different generations in modern menswear styles.Here are a few styles from the Milan Menswear Fashion Week-
Pastels :Pastel jackets, suits and shirts , all are trending in Florence’s streets.Looks like pastel colors will reign men ‘s palette for 2016
Playful 70’s– Add the free flowing nature of 70’s to your wardrobe .Carry sweatpants as work wear, carry boxy overalls, flowy capes, and long scarfs .Playful prints and Jacquard patterns bring out the 70’s men in his true spirit.
Trainers with Tailoring : Thrift them sneakers along with finely tailored hem lines ,and suits .The key is ankle length pants and subtle pair of socks ,those pop ,florescent kitsch print socks seem bygone ,though nautical strips seem hot. Its a no socks show in streets outside the shows , men want some skin to show because of that layering.
Glamorous Bohemian -The spirit of free gypsy travelers, embroidered with handful and sequins and patches of brocade is the key for men this season.
Ditch the kitsch,go for floral – Floral prints with a pastel jacket is a perfect attire for formal events ,replace your kitsch print ties with wonderful flower print ties.
Grunge– Like London, the 90’s trend is dominating the streets of Florence ,with brands like Marni , Cavali going for baggy pants,over-sized coats and layering.
Binge on tartan and plaid even Prince of wales – Checks are man;s best friend this autumn,go for any kinds of checks , check pants , suits ,ties, even socks .
Flat crotch pants -Peter Dundas’ Foray in Men’s world was full of flat crotch pants , with baggy back in town it might actually work , but for lads stuck in skinny ,its almost not flattering to hide those toned legs behind them.Learn a lesson men less is more !
All that is left is growing those sideburns and smoking pipes and we are ready for this year’s Best dressed men !
Sunday styleguide :Pitti Uomo Men brace yourself for a bumpy ride to the past , this season fashion is more about preservation that experimentation, designers want to recreate your grandfathers , great grandfathers' old pictures!