One way to experiment with this season’s hottest hue is to go head-to-toe in a bold monochromatic look. Playing with outfitting multiple tones of a similar colour has been a massive runway trend this season, and it’s a fun and eye-catching way to make sure that all of the attention in a room is on you. If that sounds a little scary, Tomkow suggests easing yourself into incorporating the colour into your existing wardrobe. “If you’re scared to wear head-to-toe pink, start by finding an accessory or small item to add to your wardrobe to avoid feeling like a giant piece of bubblegum.” Y-3 Adidas trainers, $410, from Simons;Fendi black runners, $969, from Holt Renfrew;beige Adidas runners, $140, Nike see-through runners, $450, Paul Smith white stripe runners $550, Acne blue shoes, $550, all from Simons
Runners
High-fashion athletic footwear is still one of the biggest trends in menswear. No matter what your personal style, there is a shoe out there for everyone. Whether you are drawn to bright colours, interesting design details, or a more classic and understated look, finding the perfect sneaker is as simple as deciding what you like.
“When choosing a shoe, look for something that is more fashion forward as opposed to a casual runner,” says Clark. “There are so many options available now, so it’s all about finding something that reflects you and your personal style.”
Paul Smith shirt, $250, Paul Smith trench jacket, $1,200, 3.1 Phillip Lim blush pant, $61, all from Simons; shoes, $110, from Adidas
Business-casual
When choosing pieces to update your wardrobe this spring, think big. “Something we are going to see a lot more of is oversized shoulders and comfortable, baggy pieces,” says Clark. “It’s a return to 1990s street fashion, which has been a big trend on runways this season.”
Bottoms are more relaxed this spring, with designers shifting away from tighter cuts in favour of more straight-leg and shapeless denim. For tops and outerwear, look for longer pieces that play with volume for a more modern and updated take on the classic overcoat. “Baggy everything is big right now,” says Southgate Centre personal shopper Kristi Sainchuck, who warns that this trend comes with a caveat. “It can be a hard look to wear. These casual looks can very easily look like you just don’t care. It’s a fine line between messy and looking like you have it going on. Find items that are purposely fashionable. Picking fashion-forward colours and modern fabrics is a great way to dress the look up.” Dries van Noten bomber jacket, $1,395, and Gas Bijoux bracelet $100, Red Valentino jeans, $595, Vivetta shirt, $455, 3.1 Phillip Lim choker, $12, all from Simons