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10 FASHION 2. NO GLITZ, JUST THE GLAMOUR

There is nothing cooler and more sophisticated than a man in a well-tailored kurta pyjama.
And when you have the recent trend of lighter and flowy fabrics at hand, it takes carrying
yourself with grace to another level. Take a page out of the newest looks from the label
Antar Agni on the runway. Designer Ujjawal Dubey’s excellence is shown through the
fitting of the kurta, as if it was custom-made for the model. That’s exactly how it should
look on you. What makes these designs more intriguing is the designer’s non-conformist
and gender-neutral silhouettes. It’s not emasculating, it just makes your wardrobe more
dynamic. And don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t pull this look off with some casual
canvas sneakers.

3. WHO WEARS SHORT SHORTS?

Peeling the layers off and getting right to the weekend hangouts is now cooler and more
comfortable with shorter shorts. The latest wardrobe updates have incorporated thigh-
length shorts, celebrated in neutral greys and creams to keep things versatile. Additionally,
pleated shorts, regardless of colour, maintain sophistication when paired with tucked-in
button-ups and polos. Be it in cotton-blend twill or silk-wool blend, these items will come
Summer may be hot, but the latest in stylishly handy when the days get hotter.

desi menswear trends can make you 4. A MAN IN UNIFORM

look hotter. It’s humorous how some trends that used to be frowned upon, or even deemed as a style
faux pas, are now being celebrated. Aside from bespoke suits or denim on denim, whether
it’s patterned, striped, or simply solid, matching tops and bottoms are the hottest new
BY MAHMOOD HOSSAIN pairings in the summer wardrobe. It’s casual, cool, and comfortable. Moreover, you don’t
need to break the bank for this simple closet upgrade.
or the average consumer, fashion shows and runways may seem alien and impractical,
but the reality of it is quite different. It not only showcases the latest collections or
trends, but also provides an opportunity for designers to express their artistry. More 1. 2. 3. 4.
importantly, it inspires the audience to enhance their look with specific items incorporated
into the various looks presented by the label. You pick and choose which items from a given
look make the most sense for your style and seasonal wardrobes.

The upcoming season is no exception. We highlight some trending styles and potentially
find their rightful places in your closet for what seems to be a ridiculously hot summer.

1. SIT BACK AND RELAX

Certain older millennials will tell you that they cringe at the sight of their early 2000s
fashion, filled with oversized tees and denim, and well, pretty much everything else. 24
years later, we are being flooded with minimal and relaxed-fitting clothes, yet in a very
aesthetically appealing way. Cuts and silhouettes have changed to purposely drape the
male figure with fluid fabrics that fit the waist and hips to hold everything else together.
This goes for both Western wear and desiwear. A perfect example of this would be Dhurv
Vaish’s latest menswear collection, “Spring Day”. Dress up or dress down, the fusion wear
look has been elevated, where the hemline drops where it needs to, and versatility remains.

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