New Spring Fashion

There’s a new way to dress this Spring. You’re probably used to keeping your “work” clothes quite separate from your “weekend” stuff; jackets and ties are for the 9-5, while t-shirts, jumpers and trainers signify easy, casual downtime attire. But fashion has, quite rightly, got a bit bored of these rigid parameters. It suddenly seems wrong that a textured, slim fitting jumper can't work just as well for a client meeting as for a visit to the pub. In fact, the point is that quite often the most ideal scenarios lead so seamlessly into one another that your look has got to be multitasking, i.e. if that meeting goes really well, it would ideally end up in the pub. See?
This philosophy has given the menswear catwalks a refreshing new vibe of late, with iconic wardrobe perennials styled together in new ways; casual tees layered underneath tailored suits or smart shirts worn with laid back Bermuda shorts. H&M have embraced this new fashion approach with their Spring collection which comprises style essentials that work for any situation. Andreas Löwenstam, H&M’s Head Menswear Designer, describes the collection as being “all about pieces that work for the way men live their lives today.” He goes on, “I love that there’s such a blurred line in menswear right now between tailoring and sports”.
So, how to make this work for you without looking like your top half is off to give an important presentation and your bottom half is ready for gym session? It’s all about subtle details and searching out pieces which seamlessly blend the smart and the sporty.

H&M’s navy mac is an excellent starting point; its knee-length cut makes it intrinsically pulled together but the look is still relaxed. Make it modern but professional with refined navy or grey trousers and a crisp white shirt (£19.99).

Alternatively, be a little more experimental and wear the mac as a foil for one of this season’s must-have painterly floral shirts, like H&M’s black and pale yellow version (£29.99), which is an easy way into the trend seen on the catwalks of Givenchy, Dries van Noten and more.
The classic smart short is having a serious fashion moment this spring, so much so that you should think of them as your new chinos. H&M’s Conscious range includes a brilliantly timeless pair which will multitask between barbecues and big occasions.Invest in the linen mix blazer (£49.99) - a staple piece which you’ll keep forever- as an impeccably smart accompaniment.  For an extra fashion touch, wear with the monochrome marbled effect knit. Black with navy is a winning combination.If you’re still not entirely sure about the new smart meets sporty way of dressing then the ultimate one stop shop item is H&M’s suede slip-on skate shoe (£34.99) - a style which has fast become a wardrobe essential. With their bright white sole, cool but pared back design and elegant finish, they’re the perfect way to transform any outfit whether it’s a suit or t-shirt and shorts into the epitome of modern mixed-up styling.