Menswear fashion trends for winter 2021
If men’s fashion winter 2021 was a movie, it would be Back to the Future, but instead of the going back 20 years and putting on all the cool clothes of the era, it’s like the clothes travelled to the future, met a stylist, and then put themselves on us.
Let me explain.
If you’re a guy looking to up your style game this winter, you’ll be happy to learn that the three key trends are all classic styles that you love and were probably faves of your dad too, but with a point of difference.
While menswear trends of the season are much loved classics, they’re being delivered with a very modern twist – and they’re hitting the menswear stores of Camberwell right now.
Here’s what you need to know about the three key menswear winter fashion trends for 2021.
The crew knit
Once the domain of computer nerds and dads who just got home from the office, the crew knit is dominating the fashion stakes this winter.
The crew knit is a popular menswear choice because it delivers peak comfort – not itchy or scratchy like conventional jumpers, and not so bulky it’ll make you break out into a sweat the minute you walk indoors. The crew knit is mid-weight, a relaxed fit, and features a simple round neck.
There’s no need to stray from the traditional dark blues and greens; this winter add a bit of style by choosing a crew neck with interesting weave patterns and contrasting cuffs and necks.
The classic chino
This winter, the gods of fashion are truly smiling on the men of Camberwell, with another comfy wardrobe staple making the fashion grade: the classic chino.
It’s like the jeans you wear when you can’t or don’t want to wear jeans, but when trousers are just a little too fancy.
This season’s chinos are straight cut but not skintight, and are fashioned from a cotton blend that has a little ‘give’, making them a comfy choice for all occasions, but especially those where a lot of food will be consumed.
This winter choose a colour that pays homage to the desert explorers of old – camel, sand, or light olive.
Team your chinos with a crew neck for casual weekends, or a shirt for those more formal or corporate events.
The bomber
Those who can remember the 80s, and those who quietly enjoy an 80s movie, will remember the much-loved bomber jacket.
Well, it’s making a comeback and we can all be happy about that.
Yet, while the 80s bomber was all about puffiness and sew-on badges, winter 2021 is serving up the classic jacket with a little more tailoring and a whole lot of understated cool.
The loose fit and zip front are still there, but the cut is straighter and embellishments non-existent. Imagine the bomber jacket just grew up and got a job.
Choose subdued colours like steel, camel, or dark green to be really on-trend.
If you love the new winter menswear looks, the even better news is that the three key trends are all available at the one place: Camberwell shopping precinct.
As much as we enjoy dropping the oh-so-casual “This? Oh it’s just something I threw on!” every committed Camberwell fashionista knows that with every new season comes a new opportunity to create gorgeous new looks and claim your style prize.
In winter 2021, though, the competitors for number one style maven isn’t between the fashion obsessed, it’s between the accessories themselves – and the name of the game is: who can be the most fun at the same time being the most stylish?
Here are three on-trend fashion accessories all vying for the title of accessory most likely to lift your spirits and elevate your look to most on-trend of the season.
The essential crossbody bag
Adding a crossbody bag will give any outfit a lift, but these little gems gift you something even greater – hands!
Say goodbye to struggling to carry your purse as well as your shopping bags; no more searching for something to rest your handbag on while you find your keys; and absolutely no chance of accidentally leaving your handbag behind on the train.
Enjoy your new-found freedom with quirky, bright, fun designs for the weekend or a night out, or opt for a sleek leather or classic quilted look for the office or more formal events.
If you really want to nail the ‘it’ look of winter, make sure at least one of your crossbody bags comes with a thick, striped, cotton weave or braided strap in contrast colours – and don’t forget to mix and match the straps with each outfit.
Textured scarfs
Not to be outdone by their handbag counterparts, this season scarves have upped their fun game and taken centre stage.
There’s no place for the sensible, plain and simple scarf on the fashionable streets of Camberwell – this winter the scarf is all about texture. And the more interesting the better.
This season’s scarves juxtapose winter greys, whites and blacks with embellishments of pom poms, tassels, pearls, and ruffles.
Or choose a classic, unadorned scarf with a chunky, thick, lattice or interesting weave.
Bold jewellery
Not to be outdone, this winter jewellery is hitting peak statement, with bangles, necklaces and earrings taking pride of place in the fashion stakes.
Bangles and necklaces fashioned from beads as big as Tom Bowlers are key style pieces and can be teamed with a simple cut suit for the office, or big chunky jumpers and jeans on the weekend. Think big, bold and colourful.
For evenings, accessorise with elaborate silver or gold earrings, or an intertwined collection of bangles and bracelets. As long as it looks like it came from Aladdin’s cave, you’re good.
Living up to its reputation as Melbourne’s epicentre of style, Camberwell precinct’s fashion stores have you covered for all the fun, quirky, bright and luxe accessories to put a smile on your face this winter.