Go to Lidl, grab a pen and shrink your jumper – nine next-to-nothing menswear styling hacks from the catwalks | Fashion

IIt’s January, and the clichés are in full swing: It’s cold, it’s dark, it’s dry, you’re waiting for that next payslip… It doesn’t help that this month clashes with the latest men’s fashion season. There’s nothing like scrolling Instagram with last night’s leftovers, watching a wave of glamorous shows, parties, and off-budget trends flow past.

But it’s not all doom and gloom. There are plenty of quick, easy, and, most importantly, hacks you can adopt right from the platform. Here are nine tricks to take advantage of now.

Get your accessories from the supermarket

Good news: You probably already own this season’s coveted accessories. Prada pinned Pink Pink Starages on the tasha (do it yourself with supermarket carnations), while fifth-generation Italian fashion house’s Keaton featured breast pockets on her models. At Dunhill, several models played with gold Art Deco lighters as they strolled down the catwalk. One BIC borrowed from the smoking area will do.

Put on Trackie Bums (again)

Facing the end of hybrid work? Try the new Magliano Low Blend for continued comfort. Inspired by the Italian counterculture of the 1980s, the Bologna-based brand took its work-from-home staple—a tracker—and teamed it with an office essential—a smart leather belt. Notice how the elastic of the sweat pants is tucked into the waistband, which is key to convincing your boss that this is a coordinated “look” rather than the result of being alert and having to dress on the fly. Even Armani had drawstring pants, which did the job.

Avoid your shoes

If dainty trainers, scratch-off fisherman sandals and stunning cowboy boots are good enough for Mrs. Prada and RAF Simons, they’re good enough for us. Do you feel like your shoelaces are missing a key pair? Now is a good time to swing by charity shops or look for second-hand ones for those that have the original scraping.

Layered topsy-turvy

The standard arrangement of dressing was played on his head at Kanali. Welcome to a season of disruptive clothing. To nail the look, start with a thin jacket or jacket. Next, add the smart sweater and finish the look with an intricate knitted jumper and place it over the shoulders at 90 degrees.

check it out

Wear an open checked shirt over a buttoned up checked shirt, as seen at MSGM and Prada. Even better if they are on opposite ends of the color wheel.

Run your look through velvet

Do you have a pair of old Velor Velor sweat pants buried at the bottom of your closet? Or maybe a velvet jacket just comes out to play during the holiday season? It’s time to fire her. Everyone from Giorgio Armani to Milan newcomer Saul Nash has included velvet pieces in their collections. The key is to turn it on, so try plush pants with a casual polo instead of a starched shirt.

Your pierce

What is less painful than a Daith/Conch/Tragus piercing? Plucked bird. At Prada, knitwear is fastened with silver metal chains from which miniature anchors are suspended. Head to your nearest fishing store for a simulator.

Bag for Life 2.0

At Louis Vuitton, creative director Pharrell Williams and his collaborator Nijo made orange paper shopping bags at home, sending small leather versions down the catwalk. Many also have dust bags that accompany purchases such as shoes. It’s time to root through that stash of bags under the sink. And remind that Sophisticated paper bags fetch high prices On resale sites.

Shrinking effect

British designer Paul Smith designed his shrinking players on his funny T-shirts. Perfect for this knit accidentally put on a hot wash. Smith explained when he first started his brand, he couldn’t afford to knit to his liking, so instead he would buy wool jumpers from the schoolgirl section of his local store. Time to raid your child’s wardrobe?

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