Men’s Fashion Gone Too Far?

Another reason why to move on from 2009..

In the eyes of many, 2009 was a year to forget. It was a year marked by the GFC (global financial crisis), the death of Michael Jackson and the H1N1 ‘Swine Flu’ Pandemic. When we look back at 2009, it was also a year of some fashion tragedies – here are some top things NOT to release as a budding fashion designer no matter how famous you are – and not to buy if you want to be a fashionisto.

1) Pengiuns are cool – but not to wear…

Respected European fashion designer Raf Simons got it all wrong in 09 with the release of his neoprene fabric sleaving on mens suits. No one wants to look like a pengiun or clown – avoid neoprene unless your going surfing or diving – its not for the dinner table.

Raf Simons Mens Suits – Pengiun or Priest?

2) Silk shirting and pants – the shiny stuff isn’t for men

Unless your a horse-racing jockey or trying to dress up as a genie, silk or any shiny fabric is a definate no. Need we say more?

Satyenkumar silk shirt

Lou Dalton Silk Satin trousers

3) The homeless look – Paying to be poor doesn’t make sense

There were quite a few examples of this ‘look’ for 2009, however we believe British fashion designer Alexander McQueen and Damir Doma deserve the dong for this one.

Alexander McQueen Knit

Damir Doma Black Rags

Note – The opinions expressed are our own – we respect each and every designer but believe these items were a bit ‘wrong’. Just our opinion…Images are from Oki Ni – a retailer we truly respect for its fantastic range of mens clothing. Please check them out.

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2 Responses to “Men’s Fashion Gone Too Far?”

Jean-lou says:

March 21, 2010 at 9:31 am

I love it,it was about time to get some trendy and different fashion for men instead of just the stupid ugly T.shirts that everybody else has.
Good on you guys to go forward and keep it up.
Jean-lou Brisbane Queensland
Matthew says:

July 18, 2010 at 10:08 am

Please, all of these items have their place in mens fashion, as long as the wearer has some daring to them. I’d personally wear everything you mentioned (though never more than one at time). Why couldn’t you post the real ridiculous items like shorts over leggings, leather shorts, sheer lace shirts or men’s skirts?
All my opinion, of course.