From polished and preppy to on-the-go utility, get to know the latest menswear trends.
The temperature is dropping, but that doesn’t mean the style stakes have to. This season’s menswear trends are all about modern updates that fit seamlessly into your everyday wardrobe. Get ready to embrace new, fresh styling opportunities—think standout layers, modern tailoring, and effortless essentials. This is your guide to the must-know trends and must-have pieces for autumn winter 2025.
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Down To Earth
Autumn’s golden tans, chocolate browns and rich ochres exude a warmth and sophistication that’s perfect for both casual and formal settings. For an elegant yet grounded look, pair mahogany-hued separates with inky black trousers, and finish with sandy accessories. The result? Modern, understated and oh-so refined.
Beyond the navy and billiard-green shades of iconic brands such as Maison Kitsune, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and BOSS, you’ll find soft caramel hues and terracotta colours working their everyday essentials. Look for polos, jumpers and shirting with neutral-hued chinos and fresh sneakers or boat shoes.
Sharp Style
A well-cut blazer, a silk pocket square, shiny cufflinks: some call these the hallmarks of a gentleman; others, wardrobe essentials. Whether you wear them a lot or just on special occasions, this season is all about looking your best. Tuck that shirt in, give those shoes a polish and step out in your finest wares: it’s time to take things up a notch.
For inspiration, look to the silver screen’s leading men. From a ’90s Hugh Grant in a billowing white shirt with a blazer slung over his shoulder to every iteration of off-duty James Bond, these men prove that the classics can’t be beat. From lightweight knits to crisp shirts and soft tailoring, layering is key to mastering this refined trend. Try menswear authorities Ted Baker, Joe Black and Reiss for crisp cotton and cotton-twill shirts as well as black, navy and neutral-hued trousers. Next, layer with knitwear and outerwear pieces in similarly understated tones. Finish with a pair of leather loafers plus an air of confidence and you’ll have mastered the refined-meets-relaxed mood.
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Daily Denim Forever
Shirts, jeans, shorts; season in, season out. If there’s one thing that’s for sure, it’s that denim has more than proven itself as a wear-forever wardrobe staple. Traditional blue reigns supreme, but this year, mix it up with faded black shorts and light-wash jeans. For a polished take, opt for a dark-wash button-down shirt.
Classic Cuts
There are classics, and then there are hundreds of years-old classics. Pleat-front chinos, utility jackets and leather accessories that just get better with age – these all fall into the latter category. Opt for a neutral shade teamed with a healthy dose of attitude, and consider yourself ready for anything.
Start with oversized tees, sweatshirts and hoodies plus relaxed chinos and cargos. Stick to black, brown, and khaki, with a hint of camo for an elevated grunge look. Then layer on a puffer jacket or a vest, and accessorise with a backpack or crossbody. When it’s time to brave the cold, you can count on these timeless staples to be on-trend, warm and functional.
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This fashion story was photographed at the Powerhouse in Sydney’s Castle Hill – the storage location of the museum’s incredible collections, including the recently donated Best Luxury Handbags Archive.
PHOTOGRAPHY OLIVER BEGG
STYLING RACHEL WAYMANN
GROOMING Filomena Natoli at Vivien’s Creative
MODEL Tom Chidiac at Modules Management