9 Mad Twists on the Classic Men’s Shirt
What’s more classic than menswear shirting? Reinventing menswear shirting! From proper pinstripes in oversize prints to color-block takes on mismatched stitching, the season’s top designers are putting a variety of twists on this age-old wardrobe staple. Consider shirting that comes all the way down to your shins or kicking a classic button-down up a notch with a motorcycle jacket inspired miniskirt. And don’t be afraid to work attention-grabbing contrasts into your office attire or to head to dinner with whimsical pops of color. Even if a traditional interpretation of the trend remains your all-time favorite, these ideas will surely give your fall outfits a much-needed revamp.
Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, Vogue, October 20171/9Clash Course
Katy Perry’s concert at Madison Square Garden is guaranteed to get you moving. Marni’s free-flowing twist on striped shirting won’t hold you back. Model Caroline Trentini wears a Marni top ($760), skirt ($1,870), and bag; Marni boutiques. Balenciaga silk earring. Cartier gold earring and watch. Alexis Bittar cuff. Pologeorgis stole. Miu Miu shoes. Fashion Editor: Camilla Nickerson.
Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, Vogue, October 20172/9Flights of Fancy
Proper pinstripes and a polished button-down may just steal the spotlight from Clive Owen in Julie Taymor’s M. Butterfly on Broadway. Céline shirt ($1,450) and apron ($1,450); Céline, NYC. Marni bag.
Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, Vogue, October 20173/9Up and Down
A field experiment in fine and bold lines: The higher the contrast, the better—especially in primary colors and structured separates. It’s an attention-grabbing combo to rival the works at Frieze Art Fair in London. Louis Vuitton jacket, shirtdress, turtleneck, and pants; select Louis Vuitton boutiques. Michael Kors Collection bag.
Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, Vogue, October 2014/9Shooting the Breeze
Long and lean vertical stripes work wonders for your height (even sans heels!) when you’re making the rounds at the Lunchbox Fund’s Fall Benefit Dinner in New York City. 3.1 Phillip Lim blouse ($395) and skirt ($495); 31philliplim.com. Charlotte Simone stole. Proenza Schouler bag. Victoria Beckham mules.
Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, Vogue, October 2015/9Holding Pattern
Marry ladylike lines and a nipped-waist jacket, perfectly suited for a stroll through “Club 57: Film, Performance, and Art in the East Village” at MoMA. Jacquemus jacket, $976; jacquemus.com. Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh shirt ($761) and skirt ($508); off---white.com. Proenza Schouler clutch.