Key Trends For 2010

By Author: Barton Loi
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It''s now a multi-billion dollar industry rivalling that of women''s fashion. Men''s fashion is being paraded on the catwalks of London, Paris, New York and Milan.

Fashion for men is now as important as it is for women. Men actually enjoy shopping for clothes that will enhance their image. There are no longer any stereotypes surrounding men who are interested in fashion; style is for everyone no matter what your sex. In the past, men''s sections of high street shops were tiny in comparison to women''s departments but as high street shops flourished and worked with top designer names, fashion for men came to the fore. So what should be in your wardrobe this season?

Shirts are still a big deal. Check shirts in reds are blues are featured heavily right now and are perfect worn over a t-shirt or on their own therefore can see you through into summer. Many of the shirts have a military feel complete with D-ring sleeve tabs and shoulder epaulettes. Choose shirts that have wide enough sleeves for you to roll them up come summer time, making your fashion buys go further.

We have gone back in time to the mid 1990s ...
... as denim shirts are once again in vogue. Try and keep the 90''s look at bay however by leaving shorts and deck shoes at home as you might look more like George Michael in Wham than George Clooney.

The World Cup is even managing to infiltrate men fashions this year. High street shops have decided to theme their t-shirt prints around football and English patriotism. Emblazoned with Union Jacks or football themed graphics, make sure you wear yours with pride. Polo shirts, a la Damon Albarn in Blur, are still filling the shelves of many high street favourites.

For any cool urbanite worth his weight in style, a hoodie is a must-have item for any season. Chilled out greys, blues and greens match this season''s frosty weather but get yourself ready for summer with something bright and bold.

Cardigans aren''t just for granddads. If you''re not sure whether you can work one or not, then try a hooded version to ease you into the trendy granddad look. Top fashion houses have been reworking the cardigan for a while now, so it''s about time you gave it a go. They look hot worn with plain white Ts and loose fitting jeans.

Jeans are a staple for both men and women''s wardrobe. This season you need at least three types and these include the straight fit in a light wash, next the wide-leg in a heavy wash and finally some stone-wash slim fits. Men''s fashion is now well and truly on the radar. Barton Loi loves fashion and follows New Look closely and always writes about new products such as mens clothing.