Finding the Best Mens Designer Clothing Websites

With the arrival of the all new spring and summer 2011 lines of men’s designer clothing now filling our city centre and shopping centre stores and fully stocked onto the UK’s leading online retailer’s websites, fashionable gentlemen across the country are understandably on the lookout for the latest deals on both new stock and also the end of line sale items still available from the previous autumn and winter 2010 season. With the weather set fair, it’s time to grab those designer polo shirts and shorts as well as those cool sun shades.  

Indeed, it doesn’t take a scientist to work out that the internet is awash nowadays with clothing websites offering the latest men’s threads from top brands like Lacoste, Lyle & Scott, Barbour, Hugo Boss and much more - so finding and comparing the best few websites offering the latest men’s designer clothing may often prove to be a difficult and time consuming business. Luckily though, help is at hand as there are some easy to use comparison sites, blogs, web directories and websites around that can help you find and identify the best men’s clothing websites that the internet has to offer all at the click of a button – by listing all the best clothing sites for men under one roof. 

Cheap and Cool Trainers from Express Trainers

You will probably know from reading many of my other posts on this men's designer clothing blog that I have a great passion for getting hold of the latest trainers and other casual men's footwear. While I'm very proud to have such a cool and diverse range of gear from brands and shops from around the world, there is only one problem with having such as big trainer obsession however - and that is the inevitable ongoing drain on my wallet as I seek out the latest trainer models.

     Luckily if you are as mad keen on buying men's trainers as I am, you will surely know that there are many great places to buy these products online - and regularly at much lower prices than you will find in the local city centre. One of my personal favourite sites at the moment is Express Trainers - I personally love the retro Adidas trainer styles they have such as the Stan Smith and Gazelle models, but you can also get trainers from some of the more recent fashion brands such as G-star, and some cool pumps for the summer too. While it may not be the prettiest site to look at, don't let this put you off! There are many bargains to be had here.

Mens Timberland Boots - The Ultimate in Rugged Fashion Footwear

When it comes to the world of men’s footwear, if you are looking for a killer combination of style, practicability and durability then you must surely look no further than a pair of classic mens Timberland boots. Developers of a range of great solid wearing footwear that is equally at home on the building site, up a mountainside in the great outdoors or keeping you warm and dry on an urban city football terracing – the Timberland brand has established itself as a near iconic name in men’s outdoor wear and as a rugged fashion line that remains as popular today as it ever was.

 

From the mid 1960s, the Timberland brand has been at the centre of advanced boot making technology and methodology – introducing a ground breaking injection moulding design which allowed for greater waterproofing and greater lastability for the boot. Modern advancements have since given the boots a level of breathability and comfort that is unparalleled amongst similar competing footwear lines including a cushioned sock lining and the boot’s padded tongue provides the wearer extra comfort.

Converse Shoes - Iconic Men’s Style

It is arguable that few footwear brands over the years can claim such an iconic place in the history of men’s fashion and sport than Converse. The Converse brand takes its roots and inspirations from its historical contributions in American sport. In the early years of the twentieth century, the brand designed and manufactured what was at the time considered to be a revolutionary piece of American Basketball footwear – a trainer that remains widely regarded as the first performance shoe specifically designed to be used in the sport.

Today, the brand remains immersed in the world of American sports - and more broadly speaking an iconic brand name in the players, fans and culture of athleticism, popular music and men’s fashion. The Converse All Star and High Tops models still remain as popular as ever – worn by leading sporting figures and top names from the world of music in the USA and Europe. Offering both comfort and style at a relatively affordable price, the longevity of converse shoes is perhaps not surprising – and its distinctive Chuck Taylor star logo is as recognisable across the world as other sports fashion footwear giants Adidas and Nike.  

Humor Jeans Sales Set to Rise in 2011

As I have previously highlighted on this blog, the last couple of years have heralded the emergence and growth in some fantastic new designer jeans labels including Nudie and Edwin as well as a resurgence for some classic brands like Levis and Lee Cooper. Hot on the trail of these fantastic denim lines is the Danish brand Humor.

 
     The Humor brand takes its inspiration for its jean designs, colours, styles and cuts from urban electronic music and the lifestyles of inner city men who enjoy it - and they have burst onto the mens fashion scene with some aplomb in 2010. Humor's fashion philosophy claims they are seeking to incorporate styling elements from workwear, sports clothing and classic club fashion - as well as the streetwear of some of the worlds greatest fashion centres: London, Tokyo, New York and Berlin.
     Perhaps the most popular line of jeans that the brand has produced is the Humor Santiago jeans. Standing out from many other lines of designer mens jeans, Humor Santiago jeans sport a distinctive low crotch and carrot fit - giving them a style all of their own in the world of mens designer clothing.

Traditional Men’s Styles - Still in Vogue

If there is one thing that you can always expect in the fashion industry today, it is the concept of change.  No industry is trendier and more designer brand conscious and driven then that of fashion.  Worldwide, it is a multi-billion dollar segment of society evidenced by the numerous big name department and clothing stores found in most countries.  On the other hand, traditional clothing styles are still in vogue and never seem to go out of style.  This is especially true with men’s fashions and there are a number of styles that still prove to be tried and true as well as still being acceptable regardless of what the fashion industry is doing overall.

English Country Gentlemen Fashion

If there was ever a clothing style in the UK that was influenced by the English and Welsh Gentry, it would have to be that which is referred to as English country gentleman fashion.  In a sense it is a cross between clothing worn by the gentry as well as the city dweller’s recreational wear.  Brogues are still the preferred footwear while the quintessential cloth that is still in vogue is Tweed.  Ironically, both of these styles are Scottish in origin so the terminology is somewhat of a misnomer.  The terminology “British Country” would therefore be more appropriate.

The English country gentleman typically wears a 3 or 4-piece tweed suit, a cotton tattersall or check shirt, silk or woollen tie, and of course, the Brogues.  You can normally search the internet for Boden Discount Codes or Boden Discount Vouchers for these men’s fashions.  Additionally, you have three common options for the purchase of your suit including:

o    Bespoke – custom-made garments that are patterned and made entirely according to the measurements of the consumer
o    Made-to-Measure – a pre-made garment is modified according to the measurements of the buyer but the fabrics and options are more limited
o    Ready-to-Wear – also known as “off-the-rack” clothing, this is by far the most affordable option

Another fairly common English country gentleman fashion is the “lounge suit” which is a commonly popular Western clothing style although it originated as country apparel here in the UK.

Current Variations on a Traditional Theme

In addition to the English country gentleman fashion, there are a number of current variations on a traditional theme that you will find fairly regularly in the UK.  Although we did mention the lounge suit in the section above, this is often considered a variation to the traditional theme.  Some of the other variations to be aware of where the British country fashion is concerned are to substitute the Brogues are Chelsea and/or chukka boots to go with that suit.

The suit could also be replaced with a tweed sportscoat (jacket) that is a single vented one and is either a single button or 3-button front.  The accompanying trousers should be manufactured from cavalry twill, chino, corduroy, or moleskin.  Interestingly enough, you can find variations on a traditional theme throughout Europe and other locations around the world.

Best Men’s Designer Quilted Jackets for Winter 2010

One of the hottest products at the moment in the world of men’s designer clothing seems to be the quilted jacket – and for me it seems pretty clear why they are proving so popular in the world of men’s fashion this season. Not only are these bad boys a great way of keeping warm during the seemingly never ending freezing temperatures that have plagued us this winter, but you’ll also look the business whether its on the football terraces, out Christmas shopping with the missus, or taking a nice winter stroll.

Barbour remains the big brand name when it comes to men’s designer quilted jackets, but I’ve also seen some great lines from the likes of Peter Werth, Lyle and Scott, CP Company and even the humble high street shops such as Primark have a few nice quilted jackets at an incredibly cheap price. So ladies, if you are reading this and struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift for your fella look no further than a quilted jacket to keep him warm this winter!