Last year saw a focus on a "return to classic styles," but this year, new trends are emerging in men's fashion. For example, bottoms are shifting from pleated silhouettes to colored trousers. Jacket innerwear is likely to change from shirts to polo shirts. With the move away from suits in the office, knit ensembles are a fresh and innovative option. From classic fashion houses and brands to trends among well-dressed individuals worldwide, Yuki Yamaura, buyer in charge of business clothing on the 5th floor Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building has picked out the latest keywords and items from a diverse and unique perspective.

1. Add a one-of-a-kind navy blazer to your closet.

This September, Isetan Men's will celebrate its 50th anniversary since its opening as the new building, and its 15th anniversary since its renewal as Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building . To commemorate this, the 5th floor of Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building , in its business clothing section, will be featuring an "ONLY ONE" MUST HAVE collection. It is the navy blazer, one of the essential wardrobe items for any discerning man. A timeless staple for men, regardless of East or West.

TAGLIATORE
Jacket: 105,840 yen

From the popular brand TAGLIATORE comes the "Pierre," a double-breasted navy blazer featuring deadstock metal buttons. Trendy details such as a change pocket and a manica camicia (jacket with a sleeve) reflect the glamorous worldview of designer Pino Lerario.

Paidea, born from the GFB (Gianfranco Bonmezzadri) factory, presents a rebuilt navy blazer that uses deadstock dress shirts as lining. This highly rare collection features pieces with no two identical colors or patterns.

Luca Gracia offers models featuring deadstock metal buttons from owner Luca's personal collection. This rare opportunity to see his collection, from a true Neapolitan and skilled tailor, is something you won't find anywhere else.

2. This year's innerwear that will give your jacket style a fresh new look.

"What to wear under a jacket this season?" is a topic of discussion every season. Last year, crew neck t-shirts and mock neck cut-and-sew tops were trending. What will the trend be this year?

Andrea Fenzi Polo Shirts: ¥19,440 each

First, let's take a look at the knit polo shirts. They come in basic colors like white, black, and brown, as well as trendy colors like brick red and turquoise blue, creating a jacket-and-polo style that works well on its own. These knit polo shirts, specially commissioned from Andrea Fenzi, a renowned high-quality knit factory, feature a polo collar, a compact silhouette, and a square hem like a cut-and-sew top. They are available in 10 different colors.

Shirts: Left: Bagutta ¥28,080, Right: Bolzonella ¥24,840

Another item to watch out for as an inner layer under a jacket is the open-collar shirt. Many international brands are highlighting this as a trend this season, so it's highly likely to be a staple. Casual shirt brands like Bolzonella and Bagutta are releasing unique patterns such as tropical prints, 70s-style monograms, and garment-dyed chambray. This year, we can expect to see a lot of people in the streets wearing dressy suits dressed down for a summery, resort-like look.

3. Bottoms trends are shifting from silhouette to color.

These days, styling depends on the silhouette of the bottoms. Pants that combine pleats, a tapered line, and ankle length are at the forefront of men's fashion trends. This spring, the element of "color" is likely to be added to the mix. In addition to the traditional white, black, and gray, basic colors such as brown and beige will be added, as will warm colors such as terracotta and mustard. Pants specialty brands both domestically and internationally are all stocking up on these colors.

EP1949
Pants: ¥31,320 each

EP1949, launching this spring, is a new brand from a renowned Japanese manufacturer specializing in trousers. Since its founding in 1949, the factory has handled OEM production for many famous brands, and this season they are launching a new line. This trouser brand pursues ultimate comfort by rethinking patterns and interlinings to suit the unique hip line of Japanese people, which differs from that of Westerners. Here too, a wide variety of warm, colonial-inspired color variations are available.


Italian trouser brands that are currently attracting attention are also offering a variety of options. PT01 is adding color variations to its gentleman's fit, which it has been offering since last autumn. The up-and-coming trouser brand Zanella is offering a range of colors for its cotton trousers. Devole, a Neapolitan brand newly directed by Marco Le, who previously worked as a designer for BOGLIOLI , is also proposing a tread-set collection. The trouser scene is quite lively this season as well.

4. A new office elegance to replace the jacket

Some companies are implementing "Dress-Free Days," and the global trend towards casual office attire is progressing. However, overly casual work clothes are not in line with business etiquette. Therefore, Isetan Men's proposes a cardigan and knit polo ensemble style that is suitable for office elegance. It is a business style that allows you to work at your computer without stress, on days when you are doing desk work all day long, as it is comfortable and easy to move in.

Settefili Cashmere Cardigan ¥37,800, Knit Polo Shirt ¥31,320

Settefili Cashmere is a knitwear brand from Ferrara, a city renowned for its craftsmanship. As the brand name suggests, it specializes in cashmere, but it also has a strong reputation for high-quality merino and cotton knits. Isetan Men's has ordered eight color combinations of knit polos and matching knit ensembles from this brand. These knit combinations, which can also be worn individually, are worth considering as a new uniform for businessmen.

*All prices include tax.

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