Clichés must not be taken very seriously, but in this case, a cliché tells the truth. Time passes by too fast. It seems that winter began yesterday and now it is almost over. It seemed like yesterday when the long, wool scarves appeared and shortly they would be stored again.
And with winter ending there is only one certainty in sight. Spring is coming! And with it will come floral, lighter, and even more comfortable clothes and outfits. Until then, we must be patient, just for a little bit more, and while waiting, let’s think of what are the men’s fashion trends to make the winter to spring transition as elegant as possible.
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Right now it is cold and rainy, in some parts of the continent it is snowing, humidity is high along the coast and the sun is constantly playing hide and seek with us (and our moods). Long coats, puffer jackets, fleece wear of any kind, cotton tracksuits and hoodies, heavyweight chinos, khakis, cargos, and corduroy blazers are our go-to clothing items; while beanies, scarves, hats, and umbrellas are our go-to accessories.
But with the beginning of March, a series of chic in-betweeners will take over and will be our best allies for a melodious and smooth transition, so smooth as Chet Baker’s trumpet. Clothes like parkas, sleeveless jackets, henleys and long sleeve T-shirts, overshirts, lightweight chinos and joggers, denim in all its forms and shapes, cotton bucket hats, and nylon sporty caps will be on our fashion list, every day! For the smarter and the sturdier outfits.
What is transitional clothing (and which is trending)?
If the question is still on the air, let’s be more clear-cut and explicit; let’s be as unambiguous as possible! Transitional is the type of clothing that will connect your winter with your spring outfits. Clothing that will cover this intermediate period when it is not too cold, but is not too hot either (and the temperature seems to oscillate within a wide range, and your outfits have to accommodate that).
A well-curated transitional wardrobe will guarantee that you will not feel cold in the morning, sweaty in midday, and humid at night. Transitional clothing will be the clothing that will easily bridge the passage from one season bank to the other!
5 Style men’s fashion trends tips for an easy and stylish seasonal transition
1. Chinos: the seamless transition
With the right chino on, you won’t even notice that you are transitioning. Chinos (and Khakis of course) are trousers that can be worn all year long. They come in all fabrics, colors, cuts, and sizes and what is more, they have never been so elastic! Take off your wool sweater and stay with your eternal white tee on! Transition? Done!
2. Subtract a layer
Layered clothing is practical but also very important because it will highlight each one’s personal style like no other fashion tool! Every layer is another syllable of every person’s most sincere fashion expression.
Wear a pair of light blue jeans, a white henley (it could also be a checked shirt), a utility overshirt, and a dad hat. If it gets windier or colder, wear the lightweight puffer jacket or the second-hand vintage coat you keep in your vegan leather tote bag. Keep your pair of stan smiths or Cortez on, there is no need to change shoes!
3. Parka in – Parka out
In December, January, and February the everyday parka looks like this:
March, April, and May it looks like this:
With the right – two – parkas in your wardrobe, you will never need a third coat or jacket (at least for your casual outfits) and you will never ask yourself again what should I wear to transition to spring easily?
Keep in mind that refined parkas can be combined with everything. From tracksuits, joggers, utility and cargo trousers, smart Chinos, and even preppy suits. Wear them with your loafers or sneakers and enjoy equally the 28th of February and the 1st of March!
4. A shirt is every man’s good friend!
Shirts are like Billie Holiday’s voice! Billie’s emotional, fragile voice will cast a spell on our souls and shirts will cast an eternally elegant spell on our style. Oxford shirts, mao collar shirts, denim or corduroy shirts, and of course the absolute leaders of transitional clothing; the overshirts, will help you create the best transitional outfits. They are the perfect balance between warmth and airiness.
True fashion is like good music, it comes from the depths of the heart and touches the skin gently!
5. Hoodie on or hoodie off?
In the morning, on your way to the tube, hoodie up! During your break, with a cuppa and a friendly chat, hoodie down. In the night, returning home, with spring on your mind, hoodie up again.
The perfect hoodie can be worn with anything. Shorts, cargo, joggers, bermudas, leggings…you name it! The easiest combination? A pair of jeans or khakis, a red teddy jacket, and watch out…! The last CDG for Converse dropped just recently! The perfect addition to the best 2023 winter to spring transition outfits.
Sustainability! Men’s fashion trends for all seasons
The possible combinations of creative and uplifting outfits and styles are inexhaustible! But what is unique and truly vital is the adoption of a sustainable way of living. Sustainable clothes will not only embrace your body but they will protect the earth’s most valuable gifts!
The fashion industry is becoming more eco-responsible and every day is easier to find top-quality ethical clothing.
• Sustainable clothing brands help reduce emissions & our dependence on petroleum
• The growing awareness of the harmful effects of the textile industry on the environment is encouraging customers to turn to ethical fashion materials.
• As part of new legislation, the EU Digital Product Passport (DPP), will help consumers understand and track the environmental impact of their purchases, enabling them to make more well-informed decisions.
• The global Sustainable Fashion market is expected to grow at a CAGR of +25% over the forecast period from 2023 to 2030.
• The second-hand apparel market is booming and is expected to hit about £177 billion by 2026, up from £78 billion in 2021. This is partly driven by an increasing number of resale and clothing rental firms catering to a growing class of conscious consumers.
The time is not now, the time has come. There is no better style tip for transitioning your wardrobe from winter to spring than opting for fashion brands that function ethically and promote revolutionary thinking. Being responsible and sustainable will not take us a step further, it will take us far closer to the most cherished goal; a peaceful and free existence!
San Francisco is not just a city where the beatniks sang or where technology thrived, it is also the home of a fashion brand that redefined both casual fashion and sustainable casual fashion. And it is not only Dockers®, many brands do their share to make human presence lighter and 100% constructive!
Opting for ethical clothing alleviates and appeases…everybody and everything!
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