The Backless Suit Trend is Taking the Center Stage For Men

May 9, 2023

Taking the classic suit up a notch, the latest trend in menswear is going backless. Here are some who have been spotted rocking this modern twist on a timeless classic

Backless fashion for men isn’t an entirely new concept, with notable examples including Timothée Chalamet’s red halterneck at the Venice Film Festival and backless designs featured in the Dior Men AW22 collection. But what’s really interesting is how this style is making its way into men’s suits. Recently, there’s been a surge of backless suits spotted both locally and internationally, proving that this trend is becoming increasingly mainstream. Let’s take a closer look at some of the men who are rocking this trend.

Gelo Rivera

At the recent Star Magic Hot Summer 2023 event, BGYO’s Gelo Rivera was a true head-turner in his red backless suit by Blackcode Manila. While he paired it with a black shirt underneath, Gelo still managed to exude a sizzling appeal. To add even more edge to his look, he accessorized with a studded chain necklace and draped multiple chains over his body.

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Brent Manalo

A newcomer to the showbiz industry, Brent Manalo also made a statement at the Star Magic Hot Summer event in a red backless suit by Neric Beltran. He shared his bold fashion choice on Instagram, cleverly captioning it “business in front, party at the back.”

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David Guison

Content creator David Guison has also hopped on board with the backless suit trend. In March, he shared photos of himself wearing a Nina Amoncio-designed suit that featured a dripping-like cut at the back, adding an edgy and daring twist to the classic look.

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Bad Bunny and Jacquemus

At the most recent Met Gala, Bad Bunny and Simon Porte Jacquemus made a striking fashion statement by wearing all-black and all-white ensembles, respectively. The singer and designer both sported open-back double-breasted suit jackets in tweed, paired with matching trousers and backless shirts.

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Bhuvan Arora

Closing this list is Indian actor Bhuvan Arora who is no stranger to experimenting with his fashion choices. At the OTTplay ChangeMakers Awards 2023, he wore a relaxed-fit backless blazer jacket and flared trousers, paired with a mesh shirt that gave a playful glimpse of his back.

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