Over the past week, the menswear spring 2015 collections have been in full effect. The powers that be in menswear are currently galivanting in Florence, Italy, the epicenter of crazy menswear, and let’s just say, there are some scary things coming out of Pitti Uomo (that’s fashion speak for the menswear tradeshow that takes place in Florence twice a year). Though the event is known more for its dapper crowd—think double breasted jackets, ascots and unironic hats—there is always a heaping portion of directional menswear trends that emerge (you can think Pitti Uomo for the new mankle trend).
While we can get behind the neutrals we saw at Armani and the nautical looks spotted at Gucci, we’re having a harder time accepting some of the other, more “colorful” looks. Here’s what were praying doesn’t catch on. We can’t have our boyfriend’s wearing mesh, period.
Acid-Washed Denim, Fendi
Though the rest of the collection was pretty wearabl (we’re into the all grey looks and patchwork sweaters) there was a lot of acid washed denim. Jeans, shorts, jackets and a long car coat all featured the 80s trademark . . . and it was not a good scene. (Then or now.)
Put a Cat On It, DSquared
Yes, there has been an influx of cat fashion as of late, but it stops at womenswear. This particular style has some 3-D high-shine appliqué, which brings the awful to a whole new level.
All Mesh Everything, Versace
Picture Robin William’s character in the Birdcage, and you’ve got Versace’s target demographic. If it’s not a pastel pink suit or a toga-inspired speedo,the Versace customerdoesn’t want it. Does it make sense that Versace would show multiple iterations of mesh separates for next spring? Sure, we just (desperately) don’t want this trend to go viral.
The Mank Top, Roberto Cavalli
See what we did there? It’s a male tank top—a mank top. And it’s got to stop. This particular take on the trend looks like Kate Bosworth and John Galliano spawned,
which in theory, seems like it could be cool, but in practice, is frightening. Just look at that pervy mustache!
Whatever This Is, Dolce & Gabbana
One part matador, one part Hulk Hogan. All parts nightmare. But, seriously, is this a high-end bathing suit or a C-list, fever-dream-induced Mortal Kombat frock?
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