MEN'S TRENDS - THE SARTORIALIST
Menswear, especially on the
Indian fashion map, is witnessing a seismic shift in sensibilities and
customer preferences. Brave, willing to experiment and a roving eye for
trends, the male wardrobe is finding its spot
Much like fashion trends for
women, you can't zero in on any one hot trend for men either. There
are so many to pick from for various occasions and with the festivities
round the corner, one is spoilt for choice.
REDEFINING MENSWEAR
The trend buffet is tossing up a mélange of styles for the Indian man. As ace designer Raghavendra Rathore puts it, “The menswear clientele in India is getting more self-conscious and aware with time.“ The gap between keeping ethnic wear strictly that and flaunting contemporary attire is thinning. Men are willing to embrace the term `fusion wear' and `mix and match' a lot more today. “The next-big-thing is where a true confluence in ideas results in a contemporary Indian style that is not `ethnic' or `western' but is a true synthesis and has a global identity and relevance,“ asserts Tarun Tahiliani, a designer par excellence.
BACK TO THE CLASSICS
The age-old classics are crawling back. The humble dhoti, for example, is doing the rounds. “The last time I wore a dhoti was about 15-18 years back and now I am wearing it again, thanks to the draping expertise. One can wear pre-draped pants and dhotis and keep the elegance of yesteryears alive, however, in a contemporary way,“ adds Tarun. Raghavendra's collection at the India Bridal Fashion Week 2014 had dhoti as the forerunner while Shantanu & Nikhil showcased sophisticated structure through their unique pairing of drape skirts. A variety of drapes have brought forth panoply of silhouettes that menswear has never seen in mainstream fashion.Taking inspiration from Rajasthani royalty, designer Dhruv Sehgal states that Nehru jackets, hip-length coats, Jodhpuri bandhgalas are classics that do not go out of style.Ujjwal Dubey of Antar-Agni, whose WinterFestive 2014 collection had a sassy Indo-modern sway, says that it's classics all the way but with a twist. These styles find presence off the runways too, as Srinivasa Rao, head of marketing, Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd, says, “Nehru jackets on a short kurta sported with denims is an elegant ensemble for casual events.“
BEJEWELLED PALETTE
Jewelled hues have been ubiquitous this season. JJ Valaya's collection boasted of antique shades, metallics and neutrals in symphony with Indian brights to create drama and detail. Shantanu & Nikhil sported soft grays, scarlet reds, indigo blues with a touch of brightness and bitter chocolate. “Everything from mint greens and sunny yellows to burnt maroons, oranges and every hue in between works for men today,“ explains designer Pawan Sachdeva.
CASUAL ALERT
Wearability and comfort are at the forefront when it comes to menswear. Srinivasa predicts, “Plaids and nauticals are dominating this season with interesting adaptations in shirts, jackets, pants and even shoes.Colour-blocks and Indigo are making a cool style statement.Americana is another trend that's baseball-inspired and baseball jackets and jerseys are becoming an interesting change. Quirky prints, graphic tees and distressed denims are also gaining popularity.“Add interesting elements by throwing on a sharply deconstructed jacket or an impeccably stylised political jacket to channelise the sophisticated look with élan,“ advises fashion designer Nivedita Saboo. The waistcoat is becoming yet another versatile and popular trend this season.
THE FESTIVE CHECKLIST
Moderation is vital when it comes to playing dress-up this season.Make this season fashionable by throwing on a splash of colours, boasting a trend and celebrating the joie de vivre. With the right ensemble, you simply can't go wrong. Nivedita sums up the musthaves of the season. “A versatile deconstructed dinner jacket can be dressed up or down suiting the occasion. A traditional ensemble always looks good. Stylise outfits with bright accessories to infuse fun into a suitable get up.“
So, get up and put your festive gear in place to make a dapper statement.
The trend buffet is tossing up a mélange of styles for the Indian man. As ace designer Raghavendra Rathore puts it, “The menswear clientele in India is getting more self-conscious and aware with time.“ The gap between keeping ethnic wear strictly that and flaunting contemporary attire is thinning. Men are willing to embrace the term `fusion wear' and `mix and match' a lot more today. “The next-big-thing is where a true confluence in ideas results in a contemporary Indian style that is not `ethnic' or `western' but is a true synthesis and has a global identity and relevance,“ asserts Tarun Tahiliani, a designer par excellence.
BACK TO THE CLASSICS
The age-old classics are crawling back. The humble dhoti, for example, is doing the rounds. “The last time I wore a dhoti was about 15-18 years back and now I am wearing it again, thanks to the draping expertise. One can wear pre-draped pants and dhotis and keep the elegance of yesteryears alive, however, in a contemporary way,“ adds Tarun. Raghavendra's collection at the India Bridal Fashion Week 2014 had dhoti as the forerunner while Shantanu & Nikhil showcased sophisticated structure through their unique pairing of drape skirts. A variety of drapes have brought forth panoply of silhouettes that menswear has never seen in mainstream fashion.Taking inspiration from Rajasthani royalty, designer Dhruv Sehgal states that Nehru jackets, hip-length coats, Jodhpuri bandhgalas are classics that do not go out of style.Ujjwal Dubey of Antar-Agni, whose WinterFestive 2014 collection had a sassy Indo-modern sway, says that it's classics all the way but with a twist. These styles find presence off the runways too, as Srinivasa Rao, head of marketing, Lifestyle International Pvt. Ltd, says, “Nehru jackets on a short kurta sported with denims is an elegant ensemble for casual events.“
BEJEWELLED PALETTE
Jewelled hues have been ubiquitous this season. JJ Valaya's collection boasted of antique shades, metallics and neutrals in symphony with Indian brights to create drama and detail. Shantanu & Nikhil sported soft grays, scarlet reds, indigo blues with a touch of brightness and bitter chocolate. “Everything from mint greens and sunny yellows to burnt maroons, oranges and every hue in between works for men today,“ explains designer Pawan Sachdeva.
CASUAL ALERT
Wearability and comfort are at the forefront when it comes to menswear. Srinivasa predicts, “Plaids and nauticals are dominating this season with interesting adaptations in shirts, jackets, pants and even shoes.Colour-blocks and Indigo are making a cool style statement.Americana is another trend that's baseball-inspired and baseball jackets and jerseys are becoming an interesting change. Quirky prints, graphic tees and distressed denims are also gaining popularity.“Add interesting elements by throwing on a sharply deconstructed jacket or an impeccably stylised political jacket to channelise the sophisticated look with élan,“ advises fashion designer Nivedita Saboo. The waistcoat is becoming yet another versatile and popular trend this season.
THE FESTIVE CHECKLIST
Moderation is vital when it comes to playing dress-up this season.Make this season fashionable by throwing on a splash of colours, boasting a trend and celebrating the joie de vivre. With the right ensemble, you simply can't go wrong. Nivedita sums up the musthaves of the season. “A versatile deconstructed dinner jacket can be dressed up or down suiting the occasion. A traditional ensemble always looks good. Stylise outfits with bright accessories to infuse fun into a suitable get up.“
So, get up and put your festive gear in place to make a dapper statement.
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