Suiting and formal wear trends in suits for men aren’t seasonal. Trends in suits play out over several years. But year 2009 marked a distinct change in men’s suiting. Change in trends is effected by a number of factors like the economic downturn. The trends you should look out for in suiting are:
Double Breasted Suits
A modern, double-breasted suit is very exciting in 2010. Slim cut is what you should be looking for in a double-breasted suit in the year 2010. Broad shouldered with a slim waist that highlights the perfect masculine shape: the V-shaped, well worked body. When selecting a double-breasted suit look for the "Kent" cut and a longer lapel line that extends into the waist. This highlights height and, if cut correctly, a slimmer waist.
The Cut
Suits in 2009, 2010 are beyond the perfect fusion between classic tailoring, classic looks, and the modern masculine silhouette. The slim look in suits is not out. The most classic suit is the English one. The best English suits have a slim military cut to them. The trendy suit should have:
• broad shoulders
• a slim waist
• slim trousers
Three-Piece Suits
Waistcoats have exited the trend list long ago. But in the year waistcoat are back with vengeance. Waistcoats are back, subtle and classic. This means that in 2010 three-piece suit will be back. The three-piece trend in 2010 is all about cohesion forget the mismatching style. With the return of the three-piece the waistcoat will have to be conservative and preferably in the same fabric as the suit’s other two pieces. If you want to add a little variety stick to a similar colour palette and avoid any pattern except for stripes. For a perfect three-piece suit look for a waistcoat whose V shape breaks between the sternum and the base of the rib cage. A large waistcoat won’t convey a slim waist as effectively as one with a deeper neck.
Oxford Bags
This is a classic style. But it seems it won’t last long. Oxford Bags are loose, pleated trousers. In 2010 they will be seen with loose trousers paired with a fitted waistcoat.