PREPPY SPORTS

Collegiate Cool

One of the biggest menswear trends to have emerged in recent years has been the modern preppy look, driven by uber-cool labels such as Aimé Leon Dore who have blended sporty streetwear with classic elements of tailoring, all wrapped up in a reference to 60s collegiate style. In short, we love it. Think iconic varsity jackets by Vans, slim tailored blazers by MOSS and cotton rugby shirts by Crew Clothing, all combining in a sporty way. Layering is key to this look, and don’t be afraid to clash patterns either - a striped rugby top beneath an Argyle vest, bookended with glossy track pants and sneakers is a recipe for success.

DRESSED-UP DENIM

Denim Smartens Up

Even a menswear genre as timeless as denim cycles through trends, and while only last year the runways were embracing oversized shapes and distressed looks, it appears that denim has graduated into a more mature and smarter style category if the shows of Prada, Louis Vuitton and Prada are anything to go by. The ubiquitous denim shirt is less of a ‘western’ style this season, with dressier cutaway collar options by Tommy Hilfiger and Next leading the way. Jeans have also taken a turn for the more elevated, with the likes of Levi's and Calvin Klein producing deliciously slim fit styles in lightweight denim cloths. These are great styled with textural layers, such as a suede jacket by Superdry or a tailored corduroy jacket, bookended with some sleek suede Chelsea boots.