7 Must-Try Suit Trends For the Modern Gentleman

7 Must-Try Suit Trends For the Modern Gentleman

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Step up your style game with these suit trends designed to enhance your overall appeal and refine your gentlemanly allure

A man has always been expected to wear a suit when needed to project an aura of polished confidence and self-assurance, much like a warrior sporting a costume. The past few years have provided a peculiar era for suiting up—several shifts occurred and many new fashions emerged. Now is the perfect time to dust off your sense of style with these exciting new developments in the world of suits. From bold patterns to sleek and minimalist designs, there is a plethora of styles to choose from. Here are some must-try suit trends that will elevate any wardrobe and make a statement wherever you go.

Sporty tailoring

Modern Suit Trends
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Traditional men’s suits are constantly being updated by designers who take inspiration from the construction, materials, and techniques used in athletic apparel. These outfits are not like the conventional suits, which are often made of rigid wool, but are rather built from fabric more typically associated with sports clothing. This newfound flexibility in suits is definitely great news for anyone who finds the classic wear too restrictive.

Extreme sizing

Oversized Suit Trends
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The once strictly formal and slim-fitting suit is giving way to a less constrictive silhouette. The trend of wearing big suits can be observed on both the runway and the streets with fashion houses like Balenciaga, Gucci, and Off-White embracing this look in recent years. Yes, traditional tailored coats and pants are still on trend, but this season’s oversized fashion is definitely taking the world by storm.

The wide-leg pants phenomenon

Modern wide leg Suit
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Wide-leg pants are becoming more popular, giving men’s suits a more casual and comfortable fit. In addition to improving a man’s comfort, it also enhances his sense of fashion. The timeless style of wide-legged pants makes them suitable for any occasion. It looks great dressed up with a suit and it also looks perfect on a casual fit with a shirt and sneakers, proving that this trend is a sure flexible addition to any wardrobe.

Using color in a clever way

Modern colorful Suit Trends
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Once upon a time, men were limited to wearing just shades of gray, black, and navy for business attire. Although these tones may still be used well, the current season has seen a vivid array of suits both featured on the runways and sported by men. Aside from that, tone-on-tone suiting is also on the rise. Essentially, it entails donning varying shades of the same color and striking a unified chord between them. For example, you can pair a dark blue blazer with a lighter pair of pants and a pastel tie of the same color.

Suits and sneakers

Modern Suit with sneakers
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Although formal footwear often has a sleek and sophisticated appeal, it’s no secret that they aren’t always the most comfortable option. Thus, it’s hard to imagine anyone who wouldn’t desire the convenience of sneakers combined with fine tailoring. From the classic sneakers that match with a slim suit to the chunky shoes that go with a baggy outfit, this fashion trend offers an easy way to get a more laid-back ensemble.

The birth of brooches

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The latest red carpet and event looks often include celebrities adorned with brooches. From the red rose pinned to Paul Mescal’s lapel at the most recent Academy Awards to the Chanel brooch on Seo Joon’s jacket during Paris Fashion Week, this little fashion accent proves that the right accessories can definitely make an otherwise standard outfit seem spectacular.

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Giving classics a modern spin

Modern Suit Trends MAISON VALENTINO
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While there are always new and exciting ways to wear a suit, classic designs never go out of style. Perhaps it may have a few minor updates to give it a touch of modern flair, but otherwise, it’s the same tried-and-true staple men have always worn. The ever-elegant colors of black, white, and blue, as well as the traditional uncluttered suit cuts will continue to look expensive and elegant for the foreseeable future.

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