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Fresh Menswear Insights from London’s Spring/Summer 2016 Showcase

Writer: Tom GoedhartTom Goedhart

Updated: Dec 18, 2024

The LC:M Spring/Summer 2016 runway delivered a spectrum of cutting-edge designs and trends. From standout materials to bold patterns, these are the key elements that will define men’s fashion in the upcoming season.


Key Material: Suede

From Harrington jackets to biker-inspired outerwear, suede continues to dominate.

  • Dunhill: Showcased wide-cut Harrington jackets and hooded coats.

  • Belstaff: Reinvented military-style and biker jackets with luxurious suede.

  • Gieves & Hawkes: Offered innovative suede options for suits and lightweight coats.

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Dunhill


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Belstaff


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Gieves & Hawkes


How to Style It: Elevate your wardrobe with suede bomber jackets or lightweight coats. Keep the look balanced with plain t-shirts or neutral-toned shirts for understated sophistication.

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Key Pattern: Animal Prints

Wild motifs are replacing florals this season.

  • Coach: Embraced leopard and tiger prints on t-shirts, jackets, and accessories.

  • Burberry Prorsum: Delivered elegant giraffe patterns on light fabrics.

  • Christopher Raeburn: Added a twist with camo sweatshirts featuring linked monkeys.

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Coach


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Burberry Prorsum


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How to Style It: Stick to one statement piece. Pair animal prints with solid, neutral colors like navy, black, or beige to avoid visual overload.

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Key Color: Green

This season sees a vibrant take on greens across streetwear and formalwear.

  • Astrid Andersen: Injected sporty energy with chartreuse green.

  • Casely-Hayford: Delivered loose, masculine designs in jade and sea green.

  • Oliver Spencer: Showcased military-inspired greens in tailored jackets and trousers.

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Astrid Andersen


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Oliver Spencer


How to Style It: Neutral olive greens are versatile, while brighter tones shine when paired with subdued colors.

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Key Item: Collared Jackets

Retro-inspired and versatile, collared jackets are a must-have.

  • Topman Design: Presented tailored jackets with 70s vertical stripes.

  • Lou Dalton: Played with oversized chest pockets and unique patterns.

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How to Style It: Cropped jackets work for slim builds; looser fits enhance muscular frames.

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Key Detail: Pockets

Pockets take center stage as functional and stylish accents.

  • Belstaff: Experimented with up to eight buttoned pockets on jackets and tank suits.

  • Hardy Amies: Innovated with large pockets on bomber jackets, blazers, and vests.

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Hardy Amies


How to Style It: Let the pockets do the talking. Avoid pairing pocket-heavy jackets with cargo pants - stick to minimalist jeans or chinos.

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London’s SS16 collections promise a mix of timeless elegance and daring innovation. Which trend will you embrace first?


 
 

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