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TRENDS YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR SUMMER What were the big style takeaways from the catwalks in London, Milan and Paris? Here we break down the big menswear trends you need to know for spring/summer 2016.
GO FOR KNEE-SKIMMING SHORTS
While we saw plenty of sporty, Sevenites-style thigh-grazers on the catwalks, perhaps the more wearable shor ts trend this summer is something slightly longer. The majority of shorts hit bang-on knee length, and were either tailored slim without a turn-up and pressed with a crease or cut from something more breathable, such as silk. Patterns were big, but navy was the king colour for the season.
NECK(ERCHIEF) IT
Apart from your more traditional sunglasses and baseball caps, neckerchiefs are the most important accessory for men the season. These were more prevalent at the Paris shows, but were also a noticeable feature in Milan and London especially tied or folded underneath a lightweight, cotton, crew-necked jumper.
GET YOURSELF A CUBAN COLLAR
This season we're looking back to the 1950s and taking inspiration from your grandfather's favourite shortsleeved shirt. As temperatures rise, ditch your heavy knitwear and button down Oxford shirts. Instead get yourself some lightweight shirts featuring the retro Cuban collar. For an even more spring-appropriate look, don't be afraid to go bold.