A soft, soothing colour palette
This season, pastel and natural tones dominate. Sand beige, sage green, sky blue and lilac are establishing themselves as the new key shades of the men’s wardrobe.
These soothing, easy-to-match colours reflect a desire for calm, for a return to essentials and for a connection with nature.
But beware: soft does not mean bland. Layering, subtle contrasts and the art of combining textures give depth to these light shades.
The unstructured suit: chic without stiffness
Men’s tailoring is undergoing a gentle revolution: the suit is getting lighter, looser and more comfortable.
Out go rigid shoulder pads and strict cuts: the choice now is for fluid jackets in light materials such as linen or cotton blends.
Worn with a white T-shirt or a chambray shirt, the spring-summer suit takes on a more casual air without losing its elegance. Trousers get slightly shorter and are worn with no visible socks, for a more summery silhouette.
Technical and eco-friendly materials in force
The season confirms a major turning point: menswear is becoming more conscious.
Brands are investing in recycled, organic or low-impact materials, while offering innovative textiles that are breathable and water-resistant.
This marriage of sustainability and technical performance appeals to active men who care about their style as much as their environmental footprint.
Lightweight parkas, water-repellent trousers and non-iron shirts are making their way into the urban wardrobe.
Prints are back, but subtly
Florals, stripes, geometric patterns… prints are well and truly back, but handled with finesse. No more flashy motifs: prints now appear in discreet touches, on a flowing shirt, a scarf or a light jacket.
The secret? Choose a strong print on a single piece and pair it with plain clothes to keep an elegant visual harmony.
The key spring-summer pieces
Here are the essentials to add to your wardrobe this season:
- Reworked cargo trousers, slimmer and in light canvas
- The fine-knit polo shirt, for a retro-chic style
- The oversized overshirt, worn open over a T-shirt
- Linen shorts, elegant and comfortable
- Chunky-soled loafers, somewhere between relaxed and sophisticated
Mistakes to avoid this season
To stay on point without putting a foot wrong, avoid these common mistakes:
- Piling bright colours into a single look
- Wearing pieces that are too heavy or too dark
- Ignoring the cut: even the most fashionable trend is worthless without a good fit
- Forgetting accessories, which are essential for asserting your style
- Blindly following every trend: pick what suits you and what you like
