Menswear: 15 Summer wardrobe essentials to buy now
Your parka is going to miss you, but you won’t be missing it, that’s for sure. Summer is almost here and your wardrobe will need a little bit of a revamp now that the snow is seeing its final weeks of the season. Although you might be focused on getting ready for spring, that switch is quite confusing given the chilly mornings and evenings. Your spring wardrobe will likely end up being a hybrid of your summer and winter clothes, and that’s okay. But, we’ve got the latest trends for summer 2019 that you should start plugging into your wardrobe. Ready, set, summer!
1. Sunglasses to block the haters (and the sun)
This look combines a bunch of staples for this summer. One of them being the backpack. Bags for men have become super popular this year and they’ll be very useful to you in the summer, when you have more to carry around and many days outside. The round sunglasses are certainly still a trend and you just can’t go wrong with a pair of white sneakers and a denim jacket! A classic, yet fashionable look.
Moncler
Moncler Carlo Backpack, Men, Blue, Size: One Size
$1,980.00
Moncler
Canada Goose
Mens Bayview Water-Repellent Down Parka Jacket Black
$1,175.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Cole Haan
Mens Belmont Slim Backpack - Black
$348.00
Cole Haan
Moncler
Moncler Backpack Leather Key Holder, Men, Brown, Size: One Size
$1,050.00
Moncler
2. Patterned button down
The bones of this outfit are quite basic: blue jeans, white t-shirt and black boots. But, the patterned shirt is EVERYTHING! Patterns are definitely stealing the spotlight this summer. You’ll be seeing them in tops, shorts, bombers and everything in between. They’re super easy to incorporate and have the power to make your outfit look much more fun and edgy!
Dolce & Gabbana
Leopard-Print Silk Shirt - Red
$643.51
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Camouflage Cotton Shirt - Multicolor
$245.39
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Polka Dot Silk Shirt - Black
$398.77
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Silk Printed Button-Down Shirt - White
$398.77
Italist
3. Pop of Blue
Replace your black joggers with blue joggers for a more fresh and clean look. Here, many trends are pieced together in one outfit. The blue joggers are the star of the show and they’re paired with a camel trench coat, a plain white t-shirt and shoes to match. This outfit is perfect for every day, is super stylish and very comfortable.
Dolce & Gabbana
Hawaiian Print Cotton Joggers - Blue
$326.97
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton Stretch Joggers - Blue
$398.77
Italist
Alo
| Waffle Lounge Hoodie in Navy, Size: Medium Blue
$148.00
Alo Yoga
4. A good cap
Is it summer if you’re not wearing a cap at one point or another? Here’s a perfect example of dressing up a cap. This staple item doesn’t have to always be worn with a super casual t-shirt and jeans. If paired with the right pieces, like these statement pants and moto jacket, it can fit seamlessly and add a little extra pizzaz to the outfit.
Ganni
Green Cap in Washed Cotton Canvas
$140.00
GANNI
Favorite Daughter
Mom of the Year Baseball Cap Green
$48.00
Anthropologie
Ganni
Mixed Cap in Leopard Washed Cotton Canvas
$140.00
GANNI
Patou
Hat Logo-Embroidered Cotton Baseball Cap - Black
$199.94
Italist
5. Summer Whites
If you’re going to rock an outfit like this one, just don’t spill anything on yourself. Summer whites will never go out of style. They’re even more fun to wear when they’re comfortable. Here, a long sleeve Lacoste top is paired with white chino shorts, a white bucket hat and white kicks. It’s an easy look to put together and although it’s super simple, it still has some edge to it.
Dolce & Gabbana
Logo-Embroidered Cotton Polo - Gray
$229.08
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton Stretch Chino Shorts - White
$251.92
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton-Stretch Chino Shorts - White
$186.65
Italist
Stone Island
Organic Cotton Piqué Polo Shirt - white
$227.05
Italist