This season’s menswear trends walk the line between familiar and fresh—here’s how to wear them
Let’s get one thing straight—or maybe not so straight, as the times demand: men’s fashion is an ever-fluid, ever-evolving playground where boundaries blur, morph, and sometimes outright vanish. The Fall/Winter 2025 collections didn’t so much rewrite the rules as they sidestepped them entirely, offering up trends that feel oddly familiar—probably because you’ve already flirted with them, consciously or not. Whether it’s texture, shine, or layering techniques, these trends make a statement everyone can wear. Yes, women will look fabulous in them, too.
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Eclectic Mixes
You’ve come across the new Emporio Armani collection and been hit with a fever dream of utility vests, gorpcore puffers, and animal print, over several codes from the color wheel. While it sounds like a styling nightmare, it all works like some kind of algebra. And the best part? You can do it, too.
To channel this eclectic energy, start with one bold piece—perhaps an oversized jacket in a utility green—and build around it. Add textures like fleece or nylon, and don’t be afraid to throw in an unexpected print or a pop of color. The key is in the layering; think of it as curating controlled chaos.
Office Core with a Wink
Office core—call it corpcore, office siren, or “HR might have something to say about this”—is far from on leave. Designers are doubling down on workwear, but with a wink. It’s tailored, layered, sensual, and maybe even a little risqué, a jab at the drudgery of time cards and corporate politics.
Wear high-waisted pants with a barely-buttoned oxford, layered under an oversized blazer. Textures such as pinstripes or faint shine textiles lend drama to your outfit. The idea here is more than just “business casual”; it’s business confident, with just enough dissent to keep things interesting.
Check’ered Me Out
Plaid has graduated from its Tumblr-era grunge roots and emerged as a transitional style MVP. Whether nodding to a fisherman aesthetic or a sophisticated outdoorsy look, plaid is proving it’s more than a nostalgia play.
For a modern take, skip the flannel shirts and go for plaid trousers or an oversized coat in unexpected colors like teal or blush. Layer it with neutral knits or sharp tailoring to balance the look. It’s checkered, but made for the runway, or your next vinyl album run.
Leather: Is It the New Denim?
Leather has evolved into a wardrobe chameleon. Coats, shirts, pants, even accessories—this season’s leather is abstract, deconstructed, and reinvigorated. It’s like denim’s more shiner counterpart that’s always been cooler than itself.
Try a cut-out leather jacket over color-blocking separates for a sleek, anti-quiet luxury look. If you’re feeling adventurous, opt for leather trousers in a muted tone and pair them with chunky knits or casual tees. It’s luxe, it’s tactile, and it’s a surefire way to turn heads.
Tipping the Hat
Fall/Winter 2025 is tipping its hat—many hats, in fact. From wide-brimmed fedoras to cowboy silhouettes, restyled turbans to graphic baseball caps, headwear is having a moment. And no, they’re not going anywhere soon.
Start with a bold fedora or a clean-lined baseball cap in a striking color or texture. Pair it with tailored outerwear or utilitarian layers for maximum impact. The right hat won’t just complement your look; it’ll crown it.
The Return of Pink
Pink is back, but this isn’t the in-your-face hot pink of past seasons. It’s blush, pastel, and candy-toned—a softer, dreamier hue. Louis Vuitton incorporated pixelated ensembles, Prada played with stripes, Comme Des Garçon SHIRT fixated on color-blocking, and MSGM used it as an accent color that gave it a wave.
Pair a blush pink sweater with neutral tailoring for an understated look. You can also take a page from the runway and integrate pink into your accessories—a scarf, gloves, or jewelry. This isn’t a trend for the faint of heart, but when done right, it’s magic.
These Fall/Winter 2025 menswear trends aren’t groundbreaking so much as they are grounding; anchored in familiarity but reviewed in newness. They intersect the distinctions between tradition and modernity, masculine and feminine, work and play. You probably already own half of them. Dig into your closet, mix it up, and embrace creativity in its eclectic choices. Because, at the end of the day, they’re just clothes—but they’re yours to own.
Photos: COMMES DES GARÇON HOMME PLUS, COMMES DES GARÇON SHIRT, MSGM, LOUIS VUITTON, PRADA, KIDSUPER, EMPORIO ARMANI, WALTER VAN BIERENDONCK, EGONLAB, AMIRI, AMI, LEMAIRE, DOLCE & GABBANA, WILLY CHAVARIA, PHILLIP PLEIN, SETCHU, AURALEE, and KENZO
