Men's trends 2021: what to wear to stand out in style!

These are the 2021 trends that the groom or guest cannot miss to look modern. You will not have excuses to look like a 'gentleman' at the next event, be it as a boyfriend, best man, friend or guest.

We are finishing this ‘atypical’ 2020. And although many weddings have been postponed, 2021 will be the year where many will say ‘Yes, I accept’. Although, the gaze of many will be fixed on the bride and everything related to her, especially her wedding dress; But if we go further, the guests are another point that attracts great attention. This is how we find party dresses, accessories and jewellery... Everything for them. Are we forgetting something? Or someone?

As an editor and from my perspective as a man, I recognize that the importance of weddings falls especially on the bride; and although the groom and the guests (men) have gained prominence over time, undoubtedly the work to give them greater visibility must continue and be strengthened. And we are on the right track! So for boyfriends, cousins, siblings, parents and friends, these are some of the trends that are taking this 2020 and will continue to apply in fashion and style for them in 2021.

Credits: Brooks Brothers

On this occasion, I will talk about those garments that must be in the male wardrobe, well, the wardrobe of those ‘Avanti‘ men of fashion, for whom style is a reflection of their personality and character. Let's get down to business.

1. Groom and guest suits

Fashions are invented - or reinvented - and it is according to taste and personality that they decide to wear them or not. For the bride and groom and wedding guests (or other social events) who are not afraid to take risks, seeking to keep up with the latest trends, the groom suits arrive where colour is the protagonist, added to the immortalized black, navy blue and grey. Do not miss knowing the trends for weddings 2020.

Credits: Armani - Acne Studios

This time, shades such as green (from the leaf to the bottle and hunting), beige, brown and even red are incorporated, and the striking patterned suits among which stand out - due to the character of a wedding or gala - the picture window, prince of wales and Vichy, which will add impact and sophistication to the look.

Credits: Brooks Brothers

As for the pants, it is no longer necessary to stick to the slim fit cut, as the trend is to return to those classic cuts from the 70s, where the pants were more fluid, straight and with darts, reinforcing that retro style.

Credits: Brooks Brothers

2. Blazers and crossed blazers

Currently, they are surprising due to the wide variety of proposals, with 6-button crossed designs, the classic 3-button, following the chromatic trail of blue (navy), grey and dark like black.

Credits: Brooks Brothers - Ralph Lauren

But designers have explored new colours, not just in suits as we've already seen. And something that has been captivating the men who follow fashion is the printed garments that are imposed season after season: houndstooth, tartan or tweed. Paired with a shirt with a French or Italian collar and straight-cut fabric trousers, they'll create the perfect look to stand out.

Credits: Polo Ralph Lauren

The blazers stand out for the more marked shoulders, either by discreet shoulder pads and at the waist, a minimum adjustment that fits the waist can be perceived. Complementing them with the pocket square will give you an extra elegance. Do not forget that double-breasted jackets entered as the favourites in style a few months ago and will continue to be the protagonists in the 2020/2021 seasons.

Credits: Polo Ralph Lauren

3. Pants to the ankle and also with darts

As we mentioned well, the classic and straight boot style came in strongly. Added to this is the trend with ankle pants; and is that thanks to the influence of Japanese urban fashion, this style penetrated strongly in the male wardrobe.

Credits: Armani

The pattern is also characterized by handling the high waist, even above the navel; They include tweezers (one or double, depending on taste) that provide a certain elegance of yesteryear, typical of English and French gentlemen. The slightly flared trousers can be seen in the new collections. And the houndstooth, prince of wales or window box prints are the protagonists.

Credits: Brooks Brothers - Massimo Dutti

4. Overcoat or 3/4 pattern coat

The first impression is the one that counts. It applies to almost all contexts of life and in fashion, it is essential. When you arrive at an event, be it a wedding, a gala or another, everyone will see you arrive, so if you are in cold weather, they will detail the jacket or coat with which you arrived at the place; and this should not clash with anything in your style. In terms of coats, there are infinities of designs, but we will reduce ourselves to one that is capturing the attention of the male public: the overcoat or coat.

Credits: Mango Man

Tailored overcoat or coat, thigh length (or three-quarter pattern). This garment denotes supreme elegance and is ideal to wear with a guest suite, be it formal, extreme dress code or something more casual, thanks to its collar and lapel. The recommended material is cloth or cashmere; and the colours that triumph with this model are navy blue, black, camel and we cannot neglect red, which continues to innovate in men's fashion. A recommendation: when trying it on, see that it fits perfectly with your shoulders and let it fall.

Credits: Paul Smith

5. Cashmere sweater

Why is cashmere? Because if there is a sophisticated material with a certain halo of ‘exclusivity’ in fashion, this is it. But to know its origin, we must go back to Tibet, where the cashmere goats reside, from where this wool is extracted, one of the rarest and most valued in the world, because it is very soft to the touch, silky, light and a great insulator. thermal.

Credits: Polo Ralph Lauren

So you already know the luxury connotation of wearing a garment in this material. Only men with good taste, those who know what to wear and when to wear it, will look for the most sophisticated version of the sweater, which is only one (or several) and in a single material: cashmere. Don't forget to read The 22 men's fashion trends for Fall / Winter 2020-2021.

Credits: Massimo Dutti - Polo Ralph Lauren

6. Regular fit jeans

The 'effervescent' fashion for slim fit or ultra-slim fit jeans is taking a back seat, giving way - again - to straight or regular cut jeans, in ice-light shades, evoking the 90s. This type of pants are ideal to combine with a shirt, blazer or sweater (cashmere, of course) and dress shoes with laces or buckles, even leather loafers, to attend a casual event or that is held outdoors.

Credits: Polo Ralph Lauren / Zara Men

7. Monk shoes and Chelsea boots

Regarding men's footwear, oxfords, although they continue to lead events such as weddings and galas, nevertheless compete with modern designs that will make men look like a true gentleman, without distracting from elegance and modernity. Monk shoes, with one or two buckles, have captured the attention and taste of modern men, due to their chameleonic ability to fit a very formal look as well as a casual one. Look at these proposals in shoes for boyfriend or guest.

Credits: Brooks Brothers

As for the boots, they entered strongly a couple of years ago and continue to prevail in men's fashion. Chelsea boots are the favourite of the 21st-century man. This classic worn by The Beatles does not have laces, but has two elastic panels on the sides, some with a decorative ribbon or buckle. It is a classic, timeless and elegant design. Attending a wedding or other event with them is ideal for both straight-cut or slimmer suits, even showing part of the shoe.

Credits: Paul Smith

Well, you already know what will be in men's fashion for the remainder of 2020 and also for 2021. The important thing is to integrate the ‘avant-garde’ concept into your wardrobe, without neglecting your own personality and style. It is very important if you are going to attend an event such as a wedding, a party or a gala, to seek harmony in all the accessories, whether it is a groom suit or as a guest.

It's not about integrating trends into a single style, it's about adapting it to your life and standing out as a modern and tasteful gentleman. Be sure to see the Men's fashion fall winter 2021 trends.