Mens Fashion Tips 2013 Preview

What was your new years resolution? On top of everyone's list should be keeping up with this year's latest trends, and we've got all the fashion tips and advice you need to be the season's first trend setter.

Military style

Avoid clunky boots at all costs-this isn't a noughties throwback session. Mix some subtle khaki jackets into your wardrobe as the perfect outerwear for Spring. If you're inclined to go for more of a street wear look, try a camouflage jacket with skinny raw jeans and some vintage sneakers.

Bright Accessories

There's more to accessories than bracelets too. Get hold of a decent time piece and take it two ways-go subtle and rugged with a fabric strap (preferably in khaki to match your jacket) or go bright and bold-perfect for wearing with shorts in the Summer. Pick your pop colour wisely and make sure you're confident wearing it. Nixon offer a great colour range on their watches-well worth a look.

Tailoring

Blazers have been the main stay in the discerning chaps wardrobe for a few seasons now-and this year is no different. Tailoring is best kept as separates this year, so opt for a smarter cut blazer, and layer it up with some different textures to give your style a new lease of life. Fisherman knits will be big so chuck one on underneath your jacket with a patterned shirt.

Mixed Patterns

This year is all about bold statement patterns and prints. Whether your rocking a camouflage jacket or a Hawaii shirt, make sure your wardrobe isn't without something that's a touch on the daring side. Link up with solid colours and fabrics such as plain knitwear or tailoring for the ultimate impact.

Shoes out-boots in

Kiss good bye to your favourite dancing shoes, and say hello to a pair of brand spanking new boots. Suede is set to be a big fabric option this year, and the boot is the perfect way to get started with it. Giving a chunkier more masculine silhouette than the shoe, boots work perfectly with jeans or chinos, whether you're dressing up or dressing down.

Ryan J Gray