Autumn/Winter Trends 2017

Autumn and Winter are fast approaching, for some it's already here (i.e. Winterpeg). Autumn is one of the four seasons that I thoroughly enjoy because of all the various colours, the layering, and the accessories worn; Winter not so much. However, both seasons - to me - are the most vibrant seasons and most decorative when it comes to fashion. Working in a retail environment presents various pieces of clothing that can easily be combined and worn for any occasion, such as Christmas and/or New Years. When it comes to men's clothing it can be a bit tricky. Men have a certain taste when it comes to clothing. Some may think that colour can be a bit much and other men may want just a good plain top that can go with a pair of denim or slacks - which is fine. Perhaps with 2017 it's time to venture out of the blacks, whites and greys; expand your pant choices and make a bolder statement with what you're wearing this year. Here are a few trends that you can incorporate into your wardrobe for the coming Christmas and New Years.


Moss Green

I know what you're thinking, "what's moss green?", well let me tell you. Moss green is a type of green that is in-between dark and light. There are greens that present as being loud and vibrant or soft and dull. Moss green however, provides an earthy feel and tone to what you're wearing, creating a subtle and rich look. Most clothes that are moss green are utility jackets, knitted sweaters and sometimes khakis. This type of green would definitely allow you to slowly venture yourself into having more colour in your wardrobe.



Textile Fabrics

You might have seen the different types of fabrics that came out for autumn and winter. Some fabrics are noticeable than others. One being velvet. A lot of people wouldn't dare venture into getting into an item that has velvet. I say give it a try before you say no. It is an acquired taste of fashion, but if you want to make a statement at that Christmas party coming next month velvet is a way to go. However, I don't advise going to a party in an all velvet suit. A velvet blazer would do or any velvet accessory (i.e. a necktie/bowtie) would do also.

Another textile fabric that you can wear would be Herringbone and/or corduroy. When it comes to herringbone it is a bit rough, however there are some items that are softer. In comparison to herringbone there's always the classic corduroy. Now with corduroy we automatically assume the thick railed vertical lines on a pair of pants or a full on corduroy suit that came from the 70s which is fine. However, corduroy this season and year are smaller and thinner creating a more softer aesthetic when presented in front of you.


Oversized
Now, something that not a lot of people would dare to venture into is having oversized clothing. I'll admit that I wouldn't want to have oversized clothing because it reminds me of my past but I would give it a try. A note when trying oversized clothes is go a size up from what you typically wear - if you're a small wear try a medium, if you're a medium try a large. Typically you want to make sure that you look well dressed and not looking like you're swimming in your own clothing that you thought you were on trend. A size up wouldn't hurt and to be honest, when you do wear oversized clothes they would be more of outerwear (jackets, blazers, peacoats, etc.), sweaters (turtlenecks, cardigans, knit sweaters) and/or pants (plead khakis, joggers).


These are just a few of the trends that I wanted to present for this years 2017 autumn/winter trends. There are other trends that I would have blogged about but, I believe that these were the top three on my list that can be easily worn for autumn/winter and to your next Christmas and/or New years party.

(2016 autumn/fall)