Part 2: Milan Menswear Fall 2017 Collection Reviews
Okay, we admit it. We are not full on board with the more casual approach to men’s tailored clothing that is dominating these Menswear fall 2017 collections. We get that designers are responding to client preferences, but the message these collections are sending may be giving just a bit too much permission for dressing down. And, it seems we’re not alone. Over lunch with Cary Fetman, stylist for ABC’s “The Bachelor” he cautioned that “we are heading to a place where sloppiness is being accepted and that’s not okay.” We like to see guys in the beautifully tailored and structured men’s suits that give them that look of sophistication and power. And given the dressier leanings of women’s wear for the past few seasons, don’t we deserve to have the guys on our arms looking a little classier?
Celebrity stylist Cary Fetman
Layering in menswear has become a huge trend. Proportions have become so exaggerated that layering now comes off as sloppy sometimes and misses the mark on many guys.
Lines have been severely blurred between gym attire, bedroom attire and streetwear. Word to the wise; if it walks, talks and looks like a duck, it probably is!
A slight punk rock edge can be cool, or make you look extremely dated if not done right, or overdone
Torn denim has basically become the new “acceptable” work, play and black tie uniform of the 20 something guy and gal.
This is as dressed-down as we like our men to be
Menswear Fall 2017 Collections Continued
Fortunately, we are still seeing some of those clean, classic tailored looks. We even appreciate some of the fresh designer touches that are putting a more modern twist on the classics (though the bustier pant at Daks may have pushed things a bit too far.) . One of our favorite twists? Versace’s fitted suits with slightly flared trousers that featured little slashes at the bottom. Handled differently, the look might have been too redolent of a track pant, but here it managed to be crisp and fresh. But slouchy pants and loose-fitting jackets just aren’t our idea of a “suit”.
Canali
Canali
Canali Men’s Fall 2017
Canali
Dirk Bikkembergs Menswear Fall 2017
Dirk Bikkembergs
Daks Menswear Fall 2017
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
Daks
PAL ZILERI Menswear Fall 2017
Versace Menswear Fall 2017
Versace
Versace
Versace
Versace Men’s Fall 2017
Versace Men’s Fall 2017
That being said, we do appreciate that designers are upping the luxury quotient for more casual sportswear and ath-leisure looks for fall 2017 menswear. Beautiful fabrics and tailoring have helped women to embrace this approach to casual dressing, giving it more polish and style. Now the guys will have the same opportunity. With so many great new luxurious sportswear and athletic looks there are simply no more excuses for wearing that favorite old sweatshirt with the holes when we go to lunch together. The ultimate sporty looks came from Thom Browne for Moncler Gamme Bleu. If you overlooked the rope theme that dominated his collection there were some examples of extraordinary tailoring on padded suits and long jackets.
Dirk Bikkembergs Menswear Fall 2017
Dirk Bikkembergs
Dirk Bikkembergs
Dirk Bikkembergs
Dirk Bikkembergs
Diesel Black Gold
Missoni
Missoni
Missoni Menswear Fall 2017
Diesel Black Gold
Diesel Black Gold
Moncler Menswear Fall 2017
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
Moncler
It is interesting to note that in these uncertain times so many designers are looking back to the 70’s for inspiration. Prada’s departure from their trademark sleek, sophisticated styles was well placed in this collection of textured looks with leather and fur details and patch pockets that evoked the era. There was a sense of comfort in the familiarity and simplicity of these looks.
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada Menswear Fall 2017
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Versace’s response to the turbulence of late was a retreat from their trademark glitz and glam to the safety of blanket coats, lean, simple suits and shearlings. These were clothes that the average guy could easily understand.
Versace
Versace
Versace
Versace
Versace Menswear Fall 2017
Daks
Statement outerwear continues to dominate with large, enveloping blanket coats and robe coats, oversized parkas and plenty of big puffer coats. Plush shearling was worked into oversized collars, dramatic trims and great new silhouettes. And whether as accent, accessory or full garment designers played with fur’s creative possibilities.
Dirk Bikkembergs
Prada
Prada
Prada
Prada
Moncler
Moncler
