Friday, April 8, 2011

Men's Modern Suit trends for 2011

By Fiona Stapleton


Men's fashion trends move in slower cycles, especially catwalk trends for suits. Many of the styles and trends for this year's collection will easily carry over to 2012 and beyond. The styles featured are distinct, but not new or unique fashion trends for 2011. Here is a guide to the best styles, cuts and cloths for choosing that perfect suit.

Firstly what are the modern suit styles? Look for a suit that is not too skinny and does not have an overly boxy cut. Skinny and slim are common terms in tailoring trend guides. Look for a suit that accentuates the three, key elements of the masculine silhouette, broad shoulders, a slim waist and slim trousers. Choose a slim-fitting suit similar to the style worn by a military officer.

The single-breasted suit is very on trend for 2011 and 2012. There are two dominant styles this season, the 1960's inspired, 'sleek cut' and the 'confident cut'. If selecting 'sleek cut' then look for details such as slim or medium notched lapels, upper button positioned around the navel and an understated breast pocket. If you want something edgier, the 'confident cut' with its peaked lapels and luxury details, will be the cut for you.

The double-breasted suit returns this year with a more modern feel. Double-breasted suits were initially created to disguise the more, plump silhouette. They now celebrate the perfect, V-shaped, well-honed male form. Choose a cut with peaked lapels that broadens the shoulders and nips in the waist, with a more pronounced breast pocket.

The double-breasted suit is back on tend this season with a more modern feel. Double-breasted suits were initially created to disguise the more, portly silhouette. They are now designed to lengthen and compliment the V-shaped, well-honed, male form. Select a cut with peaked lapels that broadens the shoulders, with a more pronounced breast pocket and has a slimming effect at the waist.




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