Spring Style; Dressing for the New Season

Lara Mansour   |   17-03-2017

What should a man wear when the weather is changing, not quite warm enough, but still sunny and warm? This, in a nutshell, is the eternal dilemma of dressing for spring, and one that we are setting out to solve. When it’s neither coat weather nor t-shirt weather, but something in between, it demands a flexible approach, focused on a smart combination of layers and colour palette.

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Colour Code

Across the board, stone, the colour that hits between white and sandy beige, was the most popular shade shown by designers for Spring Summer 2017. The great news is that it’s not only a fantastic colour for a suit, but it’s also a sun-friendly alternative to stark white jeans, and will warm up all skin types. A close runner up for colour of the season was pink, in particular the warm, dusty rose seen in a big way at Gucci. So, for a quintessential spring look, lighten your colour palette, it will make you feel more spring like when the weather is cool too.

Cut Loose

Knitwear may seem more of a staple for the winter months, but it shouldn’t be overlooked for the milder weather of spring. Dressing seasonally is really all about choosing the right weight of fabric, so in a fine, or looser thickness, knitwear can still be present in your wardrobe. On the catwalk this was seen in abundance, particularly with ultra-long sleeves. From the shaggy sweaters at Louis Vuitton to the hand-hiding knits at Dries Van Noten, the shape of your jumper is looser and slouchier.

Lighten Up

A cropped, lightweight jacket comes into its own in spring. On the catwalk, this manifested itself through the rise in popularity of traditional hiking gear in even the most established fashion labels, and most notably with almost every big brand showing a technical parka or anorak cut from light waterproof fabric, often in an eye-catching colour or pattern. Expect a retro feel to jackets this season, with utilitarian, military-style flap pockets featuring heavily, all in a more subdued colour combination of army-green, charcoal-grey, and similarly muted shades.

Soft Touch

Suede, the supple napped leather that gets its name from Swedish-made gloves that were originally intended for the French market, ‘gants de suede’, is the perfect material for spring. Softer, more tactile, and just a little bit lighter than full-grain leather, it will instantly give that laid-back seventies vibe to your wardrobe. For spring, team with white jeans and a white t-shirt, to keep the look fresh and refined.

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